[Diablo 2 Resurrected] D2R update 1.036 (version 1.036.000) is now available to download on PS5 and Xbox One. According to the D2R 1.036 patch notes, the latest update addresses a UI issue from Patch 3.1.1 affecting PlayStation players and has fixed it for PS4 and PS5. Today’s D2R patch 1.036 also fixes a separate freeze/stutter bug introduced in Update 3.0 causes brief pauses during Deckard Cain item identification and other gameplay moments across PS5 and PS4 versions.
D2R Update 1.036 Patch Notes (Updated) – February 26, 2026
UI Issue Status (Patch 3.1.2)
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A UI problem affecting PlayStation users was introduced in Patch 3.1.1.
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Blizzard retained the patch to avoid new issues during the Season 13 Ladder launch.
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PS4 version has been fixed.
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PS5 fix planned for a future update.
Freeze/Stutter Bug (Update 3.0 – Reign of the Warlock)
Issue Summary
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Consistent 0.2–0.3 second freeze when Deckard Cain identifies multiple items.
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Periodic stalls also occur during gameplay such as portal entry or post-transition teleporting.
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Issue began with Update 3.0 and did not exist previously.
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Creates risk for Hardcore characters due to unexpected gameplay pauses.
Affected Platforms
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PS5 Native Version.
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PS4 Version running on PS5 via backward compatibility.
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Offline single-player mode.
Reproduction Overview
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Load any offline character.
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Collect unidentified items.
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Use Deckard Cain to identify all items.
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Freeze consistently appears during identification.
Additional Notes
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Occurs on both migrated and non-migrated characters.
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Performance mode improves responsiveness slightly but does not remove the freeze.
Previously, an D2R update 1.034 (the Reign of the Warlock) introduced a new class, expanded Terror Zones, the Colossal Ancients pinnacle fight, and major itemization updates. The Chronicle system, Loot Filter, and advanced stash upgrades enhance progression. New sets, uniques, runewords, and platforms broaden access while era partitioning preserves character integrity across game versions. Unfortunately, players are still experiencing login and server issues. Today’s D2R version 1.036 will address a few of these issues.
Download free D2R update 1.036.000 on PS5 and Xbox One.
