Season 11’s coming up quick, and if you’re like me, you’ve probably sat staring at your character wondering what the plan is. Getting set up ahead of time saves you from wasting hours on the dull bits when launch hits. First thing on my list? The Altars of Lilith and full map discovery. Yeah, running around uncovering fog and clicking statues isn’t thrilling, but do it once and those stat boosts and extra skill points carry over. It means your brand-new character doesn’t feel weak as soon as you log in, and you’ll be glad you sorted it before hunting for Diablo 4 gold or chasing early upgrades mid-season.

Get Your Renown and Campaign Skip Sorted

Renown is another one you don’t want to be stuck farming after the season starts. Max it out on at least one character now, so you begin with extra skill points and paragon points straight away. That small boost makes a huge difference when you’re pushing early content. And if you haven’t finished the campaign yet, do it. Unlocking that “Skip Campaign” button is essential, unless you fancy slogging through cutscenes while everyone else is already farming events. Trust me, it’s worth the time this week so you can jump straight into the new stuff without any story slowdown.

Pick a Starter Build That Works Naked

Choosing the right starter build is always a gamble right before a new season. Don’t just copy last season’s meta; Blizzard tweaks things constantly, and your favourite setup might get nerfed to the ground. Watch what content creators are testing, but go for something that runs fine without rare uniques. Those “league starter” builds are lifesavers—they’ll get you through early grinding in trash gear until you land the good drops. Personally, I’m tempted to shake it up this time, maybe roll a Sorcerer again if patch notes make it look worthwhile.

Clear Out and Recharge Before Launch

One last thing—don’t burn yourself out right before launch. I’ve seen people hit the game like it’s a full-time job right up to reset, then lose steam two days in. Take a break, tidy up your stash on Eternal so you’re not dealing with clutter, catch up on sleep, and maybe sort out snacks for the big night. The servers might wobble at launch anyway, so there’s no need to pile on stress. A little prep now means you get to enjoy the ride in Season 11 without drowning in chores, and it’s the perfect time to check if you still need any Diablo 4 Items for sale before you dive in.