Diablo 5 Reveals Plague Knight, Demon Hunter, and Monk for Largest Class Roster Yet

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At BlizzCon 2026, Diablo 5 developers confirmed a new class, the Plague Knight, alongside the returning Demon Hunter and Monk, promising the largest class roster in series history. The Plague Knight is a heavily armored "walking death" that spreads and consumes disease on the battlefield for power. Game director Joe Shely emphasized the class's approachability and deep ARPG mastery, with numerous builds to explore. Diablo 5 is slated for release in Spring 2029, with more class announcements expected in the coming months leading up to launch.


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