Unleashing Diablo 4's Hidden Treasures: Ultimate Guide to Maximizing Salvage & Herb Caches

There are numerous unfamiliar mechanics in Diablo 4 that may be unfamiliar to fans of the series or other ARPGs. One of these novel systems, which Diablo 4 has adopted from open world and MMO genres, is crafting. This ARPG heavily relies on crafting by utilizing materials obtained from the environment and various sources found throughout Sanctuary.

Additionally, side quests play a significant role in Diablo 4. These quests typically offer players a Cache of materials as a reward upon completion, with Salvage and Herb caches being particularly common. Fortunately, players who are unsure of what to do with Salvage and Herb caches are in luck. The game's crafting systems depend on the materials obtained from these containers, and it is a straightforward process to open them.

Where To Get Salvage and Herb Caches

Players can freely explore the five zones in Diablo 4 to gather materials. However, the rarest and most diverse materials are obtained from Salvage and Herb caches. These caches can be discovered by completing quests throughout the game world, and each zone offers numerous opportunities to find them. To embark on side quests in a specific region and earn Renown, players can visit one of the major capitals.

These side quests enhance the game's content, and if players take the time to engage with the dialogue, they can enjoy immersive stories, particularly in the captivating Fractured Peaks. Most non-story related quests in Diablo 4 (indicated by a blue exclamation point on the world map) reward players with a Cache in addition to Gold, XP, and occasionally other unique items. There are different types of Caches that can be obtained in this manner, and they can be opened in a similar way to Herb and Salvage Caches.

Open Caches as soon as you get them, as they take up an inventory slot, but the materials contained within do not and are added to the materials inventory automatically.

What To Do With Salvage & Herb Caches

Once you have completed a side quest and obtained a Cache, it is a straightforward process to reveal its contents. Navigate to the inventory screen and locate the Cache, which can be recognized as a wooden box with a blue background. For PC users, simply right-click on a Salvage or Herb Cache to open it. On Xbox and PlayStation controllers, press either the A or X button to select the cache, then scroll down to find the "Open" option.

The contents will spill onto the ground and be automatically added to your materials inventory when you walk over them. To view your materials in the inventory, simply click R3 (the right analog stick) while hovering over your character's stats. On PC, you can press the Materials tab.

There are several types of crafting, but most players primarily engage with two: Blacksmithing, for upgrading weapons, and Alchemy, for creating potions and buffs. Materials used in these two professions are always obtained from Salvage and Herb caches. Once these items appear on the ground, they are automatically added to your inventory when you approach them, as if they were salvaged from equipment or discovered in the wilderness.

Diablo 4 is available for PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Xbox One and Series X|S