The last beta of Diablo 4 is this weekend and many players are discussing how to make the most of their time in Sanctuary.
What kind of beta is this? From May 12 (9:00 PM) to May 14, Diablo 4 is holding the final beta with the Server Slam, before the action RPG approaches the release. Players had a chance in March to get a first impression of Diablo 4 in the open beta.
The Server Slam serves to test the capacity of the servers and to identify potential problems ahead of the official release.
Blizzard has also analyzed the insights from past beta tests and made some changes to the game. There are even unofficial patch notes before the start of the Server Slam, highlighting numerous nerfs for all classes.
How do players want to optimally use the beta? There are some threads on Reddit discussing the Server Slam. Players have very specific tips on how to effectively manage their time during the time-limited test.
For example, one post discussed the fastest way to farm 900 Renown (via Reddit). One user suggested: “Strongholds should be doable solo at [Level] 20 with the right build, do a few dungeons and side quests. I wouldn’t chase altars during the Server Slam.”
Another player suggested completing the main and blue side quests. This would naturally yield 900 Renown.
Other players aim to defeat the world boss Ashava as quickly as possible to receive his reward (via Reddit). However, it should also be ensured that Ashava actually dies.
Make good use of your time in the queue: Some users want to spend their time in Sanctuary as effectively as possible by already creating their builds outside of the game using theorycraft tools (via Reddit). This is feasible, for example, in a possible queue or during a server downtime, allowing you to avoid wasting your valuable time in-game calculating damage values or similar.
Other users on Reddit believe they utilize possible waiting times most effectively by playing the new “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” during that time.
A main component of the Server Slam will also be leveling your character. MeinMMO editor Maik Schneider will show you how to do this as effectively as possible and reach level 20 as quickly as possible:
Diablo 4 Beta: Level quickly during the Server Slam – How to secure your rewards
