The Best Diablo 4 PTR Build You Should Try

The Diablo franchise has long been a haven for players seeking an adrenaline-rich hack’ n ‘slash experience. With Diablo four coming soon, Blizzard has given gamers a preview of Season 4 of the game inside the Public Test Realm (PTR). This one-time event, which ran last April 2 to April 9 allowed players to play through the new updates and features before they go live. The most notable additions are the game-changing builds that promise to change how we approach each Sanctuary class.

Barbarian: The Dust Devil Barbarian Build

Prepare to unleash an unstoppable wave of fury with the Barbarian build. This playstyle was known before but was overshadowed by its lack of power. However, the PTR has rectified this issue by buffing flat damage effects, making them scale with weapon damage. Additionally, a new legendary item amplifies the size and damage of Dust Devils, while a tempering manual allows players to stack multiple size affixes on their weapons. The result? A glass cannon build that trades survivability for an offensive onslaught of epic proportions.

Sorcerer: Embrace Chaos with the Fractured Winterglass Build

For those who relish in the unpredictable nature of magic, the Fractured Winterglass build is a must-try. Centered around the unique item of the same name, this build transforms the Frozen Orb skill into a chaotic symphony of conjuration. With a 35-50% chance to spawn random Conjuration skills upon detonation, and Conjuration attacks having a 100% lucky hit chance to launch Frozen Orbs, players will find themselves caught in an endless loop of arcane mayhem. The beauty of this build lies in its embrace of the Sorcerer’s inherent randomness, where a small stroke of luck can turn a single room into a battleground of unparalleled destruction.

Rogue: Stun Grenades – The Ultimate Crowd Control

For those who prefer a more tactical approach, the Stun Grenade build for the Rogue class is a game-changer. After several patches boosting Stun Grenade-related effects, this build has finally become a force to be reckoned with. Every Stun Grenade-based aspect now grants a 25-40% increase in Grenade skill damage, while Stun Grenades themselves scale with the player’s weapon damage. Combine this with the Opportunist aspect, which drops grenades upon entering Stealth, and you have a build that can stun and obliterate enemies with ease. While not yet meta-defining, the power increase from previous iterations is undeniable, making it a must-try for Rogue enthusiasts.

Necromancer: The Blight Feedback Loop

While the Necromancer class has seen some intriguing developments, such as Bonespear and Mage minions mirroring the player’s damage, the true star of the show is the Blight build. Powered by a seemingly unintended interaction, this build combines the Blight skill with the new Ebon Piercer unique amulet. The amulet causes Blight to fire four additional piercing projectiles, each with its own lucky hit chance. Couple this with the Tempering Manual’s ability to amplify lucky hit chance for elemental damage, and the Necromancer’s Shadow Blight passive, and you have a feedback loop that triggers massive shadow damage explosions at an unprecedented rate.

Druid: Embrace the Wild with Werewolf Companions

For the Druid class, the PTR has focused on making companions more viable and powerful. One of the standouts builds capitalizes on a classic legendary item that transforms your wolves into werewolf companions, capable of inflicting the newly buffed rabies effect. By focusing on these fierce allies, players can unleash a steady stream of companion-driven destruction. The build doesn’t have much AoE damage but the sheer strength of the werewolf pack makes up for it with a playstyle that reflects the wild nature of the Druid class.

As Diablo 4 Season 4 PTR continues, players are given a hint at what the future of Sanctuary may hold. These builds are not only new and exciting ways to kill demons but also show the developers ‘interest in keeping the gameplay fresh and interesting. Whether you are an old pro or a relative newcomer to the Diablo universe, the PTR is an excellent way to test out these builds and offer Diablo III some feedback because of its long-term.

So what are you waiting for? Dive into the PTR, get messy, and lash out at Sanctuary’s inhabitants. The time is now to redefine exactly what it really means to become a hero in Hell vs Heaven.