Diablo 4 Is 100 Percent Free Until September 21

Published Sep 16, 2026, 8:03 AM EDT

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Whether you haven’t had the chance to grab Diablo 4 so far or been procrastinating on making it yours, now is a pretty good time to see what all the fuss is about, with Steam offering it up for an exciting trial plus discounts to grab. One of this decade’s biggest action RPGs, Diablo 4 is currently 100 percent free to play on Steam, but only for a limited time—till September 21.

With this, you can grab a chance to experience the game without committing to a purchase. To get the free trial, you can head over to Diablo 4’s Steam page before September 21 and hit the Play Game button to download it and start playing. If it wasn’t clear before, this is a free trial rather than a permanent giveaway, so the game will be removed from your library once the promotion ends. Unless you decide to make use of the ongoing offer period and purchase the game. Well, I’d like to warn you that it’ll be hard for you to skip grabbing the full version after a taste.

There is also a level 30 cap in the free version. It’s a bit restrictive (those familiar with Diablo 4 would know), but it is more than enough experience for someone who has never played the game to decide whether it’s for them or not. You can pick a class, start building your character, explore the world, and get a decent idea of how the combat and progression work.

All Diablo 4 classes are available in the free version too, so make the most of it. If you prefer getting up close with enemies, you can try a melee-focused class. If you would rather attack from a distance or rely on abilities, there are multiple apt classes for that preference as well.

If you have absolutely no idea about what the game is about, I’ve got your back with a small summary right here. Diablo 4 takes place in Sanctuary, the dark fantasy world that has been at the center of the series since the original Diablo game. Its main story revolves around Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred, who returns to Sanctuary and sets the events of the game in motion. There is plenty to do outside the campaign, including exploring the open world, fighting through dungeons, and collecting increasingly powerful gear. The free period will only give access to the base game, so don’t go in expecting all the current seasonal content—Season of Hell’s Legacy—to be unlocked.

If you enjoy the free period and decide to invest, Blizzard has made sure you have access to the best offers even beyond the free trial period. Diablo 4 is currently 75 percent off on Steam, bringing the Standard Edition down to $12.49 from its usual $49.99 price. This discount lasts until September 24, so you have a few extra days to decide whether you really want to continue.

If you ask me, it’s undoubtedly an amazing opportunity for anyone who has been curious about Diablo 4. You can play it for free, experiment with the different classes, and reach level 30 without spending anything. You have all the power to decide whether it’s for you and move on after (or between) the trial ends. Most importantly, you definitely shouldn’t miss this if Diablo 4 has been sitting on your Steam wishlist for a while—this is your chance to finally give it a shot.

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