Blizzard has said it’s feeling “really confident” Diablo 4 will enjoy a smooth launch following a series of server stress tests.
Blizzard will be particularly keen to ensure a smooth launch for Diablo 4 after the disastrous launch of Diablo 3 and its infamous Error 37 message.
While Blizzard has learned a great deal from these internal tests, there’s no substitute for live player tests, Piepiora said.
Reiterating comments Diablo development chief Rod Fergusson made to Eurogamer in March, Piepiora said these tests are designed to help Blizzard prepare Diablo 4 for launch, and should not be considered marketing betas.