As the thrilling journey of Diablo 4's sixth season, the Season of Hatred Rising, winds down, anticipation builds for the upcoming Season of Witchcraft, marking the game's seventh season. The Season of Hatred Rising, which commenced in October 2024, has kept players engaged for months, but the allure of new adventures beckons. The wait for Diablo 4 Season 7 is almost over, and this guide will provide you with the exact start date and time for the Season of Witchcraft.
Before the season kicks off, players can get a detailed sneak peek during the Diablo 4 Developer Update Livestream scheduled for January 16 at 11am PST. This livestream promises to be an exciting prelude to the new season, offering insights and updates straight from the developers.
Diablo 4: Season 7 Start Date & Time
The Season of Witchcraft, the seventh season of Diablo 4, is slated to start on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 10am PST. To help you plan your dive into the new content, here are the start times converted into various time zones:
| Time Zone | Diablo 4 Season 7 Start Time |
|---|---|
| PST (UTC-8) | January 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM |
| MT (UTC-7) | January 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM |
| CST (UTC-6) | January 21, 2025, at 12:00 PM |
| EST (UTC-5) | January 21, 2025, at 01:00 PM |
| BRT (UTC-3) | January 21, 2025, at 03:00 PM |
| GMT (UTC+0) | January 21, 2025, at 06:00 PM |
| CET (UTC+1) | January 21, 2025, at 07:00 PM |
| EET (UTC+2) | January 21, 2025, at 08:00 PM |
| CST (UTC+8) | January 22, 2025, at 02:00 AM |
| JST (UTC+9) | January 22, 2025, at 03:00 AM |
| AEDT (UTC+11) | January 22, 2025, at 05:00 AM |
| NZDT (UTC+13) | January 22, 2025, at 07:00 AM |
New Content in Diablo 4 Season 7
The Season of Witchcraft introduces an array of exciting new content that will be available from the start. Central to the season is the Seasonal Questline, revolving around the Witches of Hawezar and the enigmatic Tree of Whispers. As players progress through the Season 7 questline, they will unlock the potent powers of Eldritch, Psyche, and Growth & Decay witchcraft, allowing them to enhance their favorite builds with these seasonal abilities.
Adding to the excitement, the Season of Witchcraft will introduce Occult Gems. These new socketables are designed to complement the witchcraft powers and can be acquired by collaborating with Gelena at the Tree of Whispers, underscoring the importance of this location throughout the season.
The launch of Season 7 will also herald the arrival of the Season of Witchcraft Battle Pass, featuring 90 Reward Tiers. As with previous seasons, the Battle Pass includes both a free and a premium track, offering a range of cosmetic items that are sure to catch the eye of any dedicated player.
Lastly, the Season of Witchcraft will introduce the Armory, a new permanent feature allowing players to swiftly switch between different builds. This innovative addition is yet another compelling reason to look forward to the start of Season 7.
