Unveiling the Hidden Connections Between Diablo 3 and Diablo 4

In Diablo 4, players will have the opportunity to revisit some of the beloved locales from its predecessor, including the Region of Kehjistan and its iconic city, Caldeum. While the game's open world was announced in 2019, fans had been eagerly anticipating the return of this desert jewel, which made its debut in the announcement trailer for Diablo 3. Despite being besieged by the Lord of Lies Belial during the original Diablo 3 campaign and enduring a string of calamities in Reaper of Souls, Caldeum remains an integral part of the Diablo universe and a must-visit location for fans of the series.

The zones within Kehjistan in Diablo 4 accurately reflect the second Act of Diablo 3, despite heavy spoilers surrounding the region's plot in the game. The nation of Kehjistan has decayed over the past fifty years, with the Zakarum's influence nearly extinct. Players can explore the remnants of Caldeum, a once prosperous metropolis that now lies in ruins. James_Bono's screenshots reveal the accurate match of old areas in Diablo 3 with their Diablo 4 counterparts, including the transformation of the boss arena in Alcarnus into a Stronghold and the abandonment of the Hidden Camp town location. The locations from Diablo 3 successfully transition into Diablo 4's gritty art style, offering the possibility of the return of more areas in the sequel, such as Kurast or Lut Gholein.

The direction of future expansions for Diablo 4 has yet to be revealed, but the epilogue hints at a clear path. Regardless, Blizzard Entertainment has created an impressive playground for fans of the franchise with the five Regions of Diablo 4, which boast the most visually stunning depiction of Sanctuary to date. The game is accessible on PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Xbox One and Series X/S.