Diablo 5 Unveils New 'Plague Knight' Class and Confirms Returning Favorites

At BlizzCon 2026, developers officially unveiled the first new class for Diablo 5: the Plague Knight. Described by game director Joe Shely as a heavily armored, 'walking death,' this class focuses on spreading and consuming diseases to gain power on the battlefield. In addition to this new addition, the studio confirmed the return of the Demon Hunter and Monk classes. Shely emphasized that Diablo 5 will launch with a record-breaking number of total classes, aiming to provide both approachable gameplay for newcomers and deep, complex build mastery for veteran players. While the game is not expected to release until Spring 2029, the developers have promised more information regarding the roster and mechanics in the coming months. The announcement highlights a commitment to expanding the franchise's diversity while maintaining the core ARPG experience that fans expect from the series.