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Preload the full release of Diablo 4 (D4) starting May 30 at 4 p.m. PDT for Windows PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Read on for all the answers to questions about pre-loading the game, such as when you can start to pre-load the game, the pre-load file size, if you should download High Resolution Assets, and how to pre-load the game!
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When Does the Preload Start?
Available Now as of May 30 at 4 p.m. PDT on All Platforms
The Preload for Diablo 4 is now available for all platforms and regions! It's a big one, so be sure to download in advance so you're ready to play on release.
Preload File Size
84.40 GB on PC, 46.80 GB without High Resolution Assets
Diablo 4 requires a hefty 84.40 GB to preload on PC, or only 46.80 GB if you choose to exclude High Resolution Assets. While that isn't as big as other recent releases like Jedi Survivor, we might be in for more downloads if a Day 1 Patch is released.
Should I Download High Resolution Assets?
Only if Playing on 4K or Ultra settings
Interestingly, there's an option to download a lighter version at only 46.80 GB excluding High Resolution Assets. According to the informational notice about the option within Battle.net, only players with 4K monitors or who will play on Ultra settings need to download the High Resolution Assets.
Since excluding the High Resolution Assets will save substantial disk space, it's best not to download them if your setup doesn't support 4K or Ultra settings, as they likely won't be utilized at all during your gameplay.
System Requirements for Diablo IV
How to Preload
On PlayStation Platforms
| Step 1 | Proceed to the PS Store on your platform |
|---|---|
| Step 2 | Look for Diablo IV on the search tab and go on the game's page |
| Step 3 | Tap on the Preload button to start the download |
| Step 4 | Once the download finishes, you can start playing on launch day! |
On Xbox Platforms
| Step 1 | Proceed to the Xbox Store on your platform |
|---|---|
| Step 2 | Look for Diablo IV on the search tab and go on the game's page |
| Step 3 | Tap on the Preload button to start the download |
| Step 4 | Once the download finishes, you can start playing on launch day! |
Note: Above are the usual steps when pre-loading on the Xbox Store. Diablo IV is still unconfirmed to have pre-load on Xbox
On PC Platforms
| Step 1 | Proceed to the Battle.Net Store app on your PC |
|---|---|
| Step 2 | Look for Diablo IV on the search tab and go on the game's page |
| Step 3 | Tap on the Preload button to start the download |
| Step 4 | Once the download finishes, you can start playing on launch day! |
Note: Above are the usual steps when pre-loading on Battle.Net. Diablo IV is still unconfirmed to have pre-load on Battle.Net
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