Dark Citadel Guide

The Dark Citadel is a cooperative endgame activity in Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred (D4). Read on to learn more about the Dark Citadel, whether or not you can play it solo, how to unlock this endgame activity, and the rewards you can obtain!

What is the Dark Citadel?

Cooperative Endgame Activity

The Dark Citadel requires a minimum of two and a maximum of four players to participate in. This is due to the cooperative nature of the activity which may require players to coordinate with each other in solving puzzles to advance in each wing.

Composed of Three Separate Wings

The Dark Citadel consists of three wings or sections that have puzzles and challenges of their own. You would need to complete all individual wings to face the final boss of the activity.

Dungeon Progress Can be Saved and Continued

The Dark Citadel will allow you to leave and return to the activity with a saved progress; however, it is still unsure where these save points apply. We will continue updating the page, so check back for updates later on!

Can You Play the Dark Citadel Solo?

Requires a Minimum of Two Players

The Dark Citadel is not accessible as a solo player as the puzzles inside the activity require at least two players to progress. Keep in mind that Mercenaries are not included in the player count.

How to Unlock the Dark Citadel

Reach Torment Difficulty

The Dark Citadel will become available once you reach Torment Difficulty. An introductory quest will show up that only needs to be completed once in your account. Note that the Dark Citadel is exclusive to the expansion owners.

Dark Citadel Rewards

Weekly Reward Cache

The Dark Citadel will reward players with a Weekly Cache that contains resplendent and exclusive items that can only be obtained from the Dark Citadel. This reward cache is only obtainable once a week, similar to the structure of the World Bosses reward cache.

Exclusive Cosmetics

The Dark Citadel will reward players with Citadel Coins, which they can then use to purchase cosmetics that are exclusive to the Dark Citadel.

Diablo 4 Related Guides

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