While details about the collaboration are limited, the announcement video is incredibly captivating. It begins with a scene from the ominous and pivotal eclipse in Berserk, then shifts to dynamic action below. We see Diablo’s Barbarian, clad in jagged armor and wielding the massive Dragon Slayer sword, both reminiscent of Berserk protagonist Guts, as he slays a horde of lesser demons. The contrast of their red blood against the lunar shadow is striking. Briefly, the Barbarian pauses to reveal another iconic Berserk symbol, the glowing Brand of Sacrifice on his neck, before continuing the battle.
The video is shared on X with the caption “You have been Branded,” while the YouTube version entices players to “Trace the path of the Black Swordsman.” This exciting crossover will feature elements from both Diablo 4 and Diablo Immortal.
It’s likely that both Diablo games will offer Berserk themed cosmetics to celebrate the collaboration. The presence of the Brand of Sacrifice in the video hints at potential gameplay features. In the Berserk universe, those marked with the Brand are considered sacrifices in a ritual for achieving godhood. If they survive, they become magnets for evil spirits. It’s possible that Diablo players might choose to accept the Brand for increased enemy spawns, leading to more experience and loot opportunities.
Berserk, created by writer and artist Kentaro Miura in 1989, is a critically acclaimed and commercially successful manga. Its influence extends beyond comics and animation into video games, notably inspiring FromSoftware titles like Dark Souls and Elden Ring. Miura’s sudden passing in 2021 was a shock, and the continuation of Berserk now rests with his close friend, Kouji Mori, who vowed to follow Miura’s intended direction. The latest chapter, titled similarly to the Sekiro subtitle “Shadows Die Twice,” was released on February 28.
The exact date for the Diablo and Berserk crossover hasn’t been announced, but it’s planned during the “Belial’s Return” event, scheduled between April and July.
