Console players have it even worse. One Redditor highlighted how, during the reward claim process, controller button mappings change in a misleading way. Initially, the left face button is used to Diablo IV Gold claim a reward. But after a menu transition, that same button is reassigned to the Platinum purchase, while the Favor Token option is moved elsewhere. This bait-and-switch behavior significantly increases the risk of unintended purchases, and it’s been confirmed by sources like GameSpot.

On top of the UI confusion, the pricing structure adds another layer of frustration. Blizzard offers three premium Reliquaries each season. Individually, they cost 500 Platinum each. A full set runs 1,500 Platinum. But hidden in the shop is a bundle that offers all three for just 1,000 Platinum-a clear discount. However, if you purchase even one Reliquary on its own before discovering the bundle, you lose access to the discounted deal entirely. This punitive structure turns a simple seasonal purchase into a trap for the uninformed.

Then there’s the Deluxe Bundle, which many see as the worst offender. At 2,800 Platinum-nearly $30-it includes the same armor set from the base bundle, along with a pet and a pair of wing cosmetics. There’s no exclusive gear or currency boost to sweeten the deal, making it one of the most overpriced offerings in Diablo 4 to date. Many players feel the extra cost isn’t justified and are questioning why Blizzard felt the need to push such minimal additions at such a high price.

The backlash hasn’t gone unnoticed. Blizzard addressed the criticism in a Campfire Chat, acknowledging the “overwhelming feedback” surrounding the Reliquary system. They promised improvements but made it clear that no changes would arrive in time for Season 9. Adam Fletcher, Diablo’s director of social and content marketing, took to Reddit to further clarify the company’s position. He stated that the system was designed “to include content for all players, not just paying ones,” and promised more balanced approaches for future collaborations.

That statement came in the aftermath of the Berserk crossover-a crossover that was hyped by the fanbase but ultimately offered little beyond expensive cosmetics. Many players felt it was a missed opportunity to Diablo 4 Items for sale do something meaningful with the legendary manga’s themes. Instead, it reinforced a growing belief that Blizzard’s seasonal events are becoming more about sales than substance.