Adjusted Rewards for Tormented Bosses in Season 4 - Diablo 4

The PTR for Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 is currently underway, offering players the opportunity to test out the exciting new content and systems that will be introduced. While many players have enjoyed the fresh change of pace, there has been some feedback regarding the rewards offered by certain content. One such case is the Tormented Echoes Bosses, which are powerful level 200 versions of ladder bosses like Duriel, Varshan, and the newly introduced boss, Andariel.

These Super Bosses have the potential to drop Legendary and Unique items, as well as Summoning Materials for other bosses. However, the main reward for defeating your first Tormented Boss is the Resplendent Spark. Despite the challenging nature of these encounters, some players have expressed dissatisfaction with the rewards, sparking discussions on social media and the PTR forums.

Concerns About Rewards

A Reddit user named Oceanfather recently brought attention to the issue on the Diablo 4 Subreddit. They pointed out the disproportionately higher material requirement to summon empowered bosses like Tormented Grigiore. When a Tormented Boss is defeated, they only drop the same amount of Shard of Agony as their normal counterparts. This creates a situation where it is more cost-effective to repeatedly farm the normal versions of bosses like Duriel and Andariel in order to obtain the materials needed for summoning, as they are less challenging and offer similar rewards.

• Blizzard's Response

In response to the concerns raised by the community, Blizzard has acknowledged the feedback and has stated that there will be adjustments made to the rewards of Tormented Echo Bosses. The specifics of these adjustments have not been disclosed yet, but players can expect changes to be implemented when Season 4 goes live.

If Blizzard decides to increase the drop rate of materials required to summon Andariel and Duriel for the Tormented versions, it is possible that they may also proportionally increase the amount of materials needed to summon the Tormented Uber Bosses. This would not only encourage players to take on the challenging Tormented Bosses but also provide ample opportunities to engage with the normal versions of the Uber bosses.

Conclusion

As the PTR for Diablo 4 Patch 1.4.0 continues, Blizzard is actively listening to player feedback and making adjustments to ensure a rewarding and enjoyable experience for all. The concerns regarding the rewards from Tormented Echo Bosses have been acknowledged, and changes are expected to be made before Season 4 goes live. Players can look forward to a more balanced and satisfying reward system when facing the Tormented Bosses and their empowered counterparts.