Blizzard gave “Diablo” franchise fans what they’ve all been waiting years for Thursday during The 2025 Game Awards: the addition of the Paladin class to “Diablo IV,” followed by the upcoming release of “Lord of Hatred” expansion next April.

Per the developer’s description for the Paladin: “The Paladin is Sanctuary’s quintessential holy warrior: a sword-and-shield champion empowered not only by faith, but by the Light itself. More than mere armored knights, Paladins are forged as holy conduits. When their unwavering devotion joins with the Light, the two become an unstoppable force against the darkness. Built on beloved mechanics that have shaped the Paladin identity, the class brings forth iconic abilities with fresh, new skills. Classic skills like Auras, Blessed Hammer, Blessed Shield, and Zeal return with a revitalized feel that blends Diablo II nostalgia with the visceral combat and grounded visual style of Diablo IV. Where Crusaders embody martial might, the Paladin leans fully into divine power.”

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But Blizzard was far from the only video game developer to make a big splash with an announcement during The Game Awards, where many a new title, release date reveal and new teaser debuted. See more announcements from the 2025 Game Awards below.

DIVINITY

From Larian Studios, “Divinity” is described as a game set in the world of Rivellon. Per the developers, “While Divinity is a brand new game that doesn’t require experience with previous Larian titles, those who’ve played Divinity: Original Sin and Divinity: Original Sin 2 will be able to enjoy greater understanding and continuity.”

Watch the teaser for “Divinity” below.

007 FIRST LIGHT

Also during the show, IO Interactive revealed Lenny Kravitz is playing a new villain in its upcoming James Bond game “007 First Light.” Kravitz took the stage himself to tease the project, in which he will play Bawma, described as “the unpredictable and charismatic ruler of Africa’s largest black-market hub.”

Watch the “007 First Light” teaser featuring Kravitz below.

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