NetEase co-developed Diablo Immortal with Blizzard Entertainment.
Diablo Immortal was developed as a mobile-focused entry in the Diablo series and was created through a collaboration between Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase. The game was announced in 2018 and released in 2022 for mobile devices, with a PC version also made available.
NetEase is a Chinese technology and game company with experience publishing and operating online games. Its partnership with Blizzard supported the game’s development and regional service infrastructure, although the business relationship later changed as broader publishing agreements shifted.
Diablo Immortal is distinct from Diablo IV and from the earlier PC releases. It uses a free-to-play model with optional purchases and was designed around shorter mobile sessions, social play, and persistent online features. Those differences make its development history especially notable within the franchise.