Blizzard launched Diablo 4 Update 2.20 on October 14, which MP1st reports mainly focuses on bug fixes. The game currently has 13,588 concurrent players on Steam and boasts a 68% positive user rating.
This update is a maintenance release, not a new content drop. Blizzard hasn’t positioned 2.20 as a new season, class, or major system overhaul. The primary goal is to enhance stability for a live-service game that has been available since June 6, 2023.
Maintenance patches are crucial for Diablo 4, especially since the game now includes features from two expansions. Player reviews mentioning the Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred expansions highlight how much the overall experience hinges on the game running smoothly alongside new content.
Blizzard is also rolling out live updates for its other title in the franchise. Its news feed currently features Terror’s Tide for Diablo Immortal, indicating that the franchise is juggling multiple content cycles at the same time.
The player and review statistics provide context for 2.20. Diablo 4 has a Metacritic score of 90, while its Steam user score sits at 68% positive from 27,411 reviews. This 22-point gap between critic and player sentiment underlines any patch Blizzard releases. Our recent coverage of the game’s player count trends shows that readers are keeping a close eye on these numbers.
| Metacritic score | 90 |
| Steam user reviews | 68% positive (27,411 reviews) |
| Current Steam players | 13,588 |
| Steam price | $49.99 |
| Release date | June 6, 2023 |
Community Pulse
Community sentiment across the 10 signals we’ve tracked leans mostly negative. One reviewer on Steam shared their evolving opinion: “I purchased Diablo IV before the release of the Lord of Hatred expansion. I loved it. I went on to purchase Vessel of Hatred – not because I felt forced to or because it interfered with the base game.” This feedback shows that even early fans are voicing concerns about the game’s direction. While the bug-fix patch aims to tackle stability issues, it doesn’t address the larger worries fueling the negative sentiment.
What To Watch
- Steam review trend: Keep an eye on whether the 68% positive score changes in the weeks following 2.20. Recent reviews will indicate if the fixes resonate with players.
- Concurrent player counts: The current figure of 13,588 Steam players serves as the baseline. Watch for either an increase or a continued decline once the patch is widely adopted.
- Blizzard’s next announcement: A bug-fix release typically falls between larger content updates, so the next roadmap or seasonal news will reveal how the studio plans to tackle player concerns.
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is the Reviews and Guides Editor at Explosion.com. With a background in game design studies and 6 years of gaming journalism, Sarah brings technical insight to her reviews and creates comprehensive guides that help players get the most out of their games. She has reviewed over 200 titles across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms. Her current obsessions include FromSoftware titles and indie roguelikes.
