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Infernal Hordes entrance in Diablo 4.
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How To Start the Infernal Hordes Mode in Diablo 4

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Published: Aug 8, 2024 11:29 pm

Infernal Hordes is the new mode players can try out in Diablo 4, but you can’t access it right away. Here’s how you can unlock the Infernal Hordes mode in Diablo 4 and claim the devilish rewards your build needs.

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How To Unlock Infernal Hordes in Diablo 4

Infernal Hordes on the map in Diablo 4.
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Finish the To the Edge of the Abyss quest and consume an Infernal Compass to start the Infernal Hordes mode in Diablo 4.

There are two major quest lines that you can complete while Season 5 is active which are necessary to gain access to the Infernal Hordes. The first line you can complete is tied to The Mother’s Gifts and Istel. Once you get about halfway through and enter World Tier 3, you can talk to Locran again. He will provide you with The Eyes of the Enemy, where you will discover more about the breaches.

Once you complete the third Locran quest, To the Edge of the Abyss, you will unlock access to the Infernal Hordes in Diablo 4. However, gaining access is just the first part of the process.

How To Get Get Infernal Compasses

Once Infernal Hordes is unlocked, you’ll also need to have an Infernal Compass that you can consume to open the gates to hell. The good news is that completing Locran’s quests will provide a couple of compasses as a reward. From there, you can earn more Sigil Powder and compasses for further runs.

How To Find the Entrance to Infernal Hordes Mode

The entrance to the Infernal Hordes mode is always located to the right of the Imperial Library in Kehjistan. When you consume an Infernal Compass, you can either select the icon for the Burning Gates or you can head to the Caldeum on your own. Either way, entering the gates will automatically start the horde mode, and you’ll have to get ready for the full event. Make sure you have your gear repaired before you get started.

Diablo 4 is available now on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.

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Dan Wenerowicz is a Staff Writer at The Escapist, where he helps lead the team's guides coverage of FPS and action games such as Call of Duty, Elden Ring, Diablo 4, and Black Myth: Wukong. He has a Bachelor's in Writing and has worked as a video game journalist for four years, having written and edited for such prominent outlets as Prima Games, Screen Rant, Sportskeeda, GINX TV, and Gfinity. His work has been read by millions of people, and his expertise has helped them better understand and complete video games.