I’ve played Diablo Immortal since its launch and I still go into dungeons every week. I’ll tell you what works, why it works, and where players trip up — honestly, some popular advice won’t work the way you expect. By the way, I write this as a long-time player and analyst of endgame systems (spoiler: consistency beats flashy plays).
Dungeon overview — quick, clear
There are three practical dungeon targets you’ll use most: normal story dungeons for leveling and sets, Hell-mode dungeons for endgame gear, and Elder Rifts for Legendary Gems and quick progression. Elder Rifts use crests and Rift Keys; Eternal Legendary Crests give the best shot at top-tier gems. This is current as of 2025.
Daily runs matter. Do them first if you want steady progress.
| Type | When to run | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Story/Normal | Leveling to 60 | Set pieces, XP |
| Hell | Post-60 | Better gear, Paragon XP |
| Elder Rifts | Any time at 60+ | Legendary Gems, Runes (use crests) |
Builds that clear dungeons
In my experience, simple priorities beat theorycrafting spreadsheets. Survivability first, then sustained damage. You can finetune later.
- Barbarian (Whirlwind) — AoE clear, mobile, great for speed runs. Use Sprint for positioning and an Ultimate saved for elite packs.
- Necromancer (Summoner) — Minions soak damage and force control; this is forgiving for solo play.
- Demon Hunter (Multishot) — Keeps distance, high single-target with the right gear; you’ll kite a lot.
Here’s an example priority I use (not a rigid template):
// Barbarian Whirlwind example
Primary: Lacerate (for fury)
Core: Whirlwind (clear)
Mobility: Sprint
Burst: Wrath of the Berserker
Loot: where to farm and why it matters
Set items drop from specific dungeon pools, so target the dungeon tied to the set you need. Don’t chase random drops across dozens of runs — that wastes time. Elder Rifts are your best bet for Legendary Gems if you use higher-tier crests. Hell-mode raises the chance for better legendaries and more Paragon XP (this is why Hell runs are worth the effort once you’re ready).
| Item | Best source | Farming tip |
|---|---|---|
| Set items | Specific dungeons | Farm the dungeon tied to the set |
| Legendary gear | Hell dungeons & bosses | Prioritize boss clears |
| Legendary Gems | Elder Rifts | Use Eternal Legendary Crests |
Tip: equip Magic Find before big chest openings — small bonuses add up over hundreds of runs. This doesn’t always work perfectly; variance still rules.
Combat: practical tactics
Positioning and crowd control beat raw numbers. Most enemies telegraph powerful attacks — learn the tells. Elite modifiers can change a fight completely (Arcane Enchanted, Molten, etc.), so adapt your rotation instead of forcing a pattern.
“Pre-pull, mark priority targets; during the fight, bite off manageable chunks; save ultimates for true danger.” — advice I still use
Resource management is real. Save big cooldowns for boss phases; don’t blow everything on trash unless you’re speedrunning. Want to clear faster? Coordinate Ultimates with your team.
- Survey the pull (who’s dangerous?)
- Kill support enemies first
- Use defensive cooldowns when needed
Teams: what actually works
Teams of mixed roles win more often. You don’t always need a dedicated healer; hybrids work fine if you coordinate. A reliable setup I recommend: one tank, two DPS, one hybrid support. For speed clears you can bring four DPS if everyone self-sustains.
Coordination tip: call your Ultimates. If everyone pops at once, you’ll clear elite packs far faster than a loose group.
Question: thinking of joining a clan? Do it. Clan bonuses and raid access (if active) still matter for long-term progression. Does that make the game pay-to-win? Some would say yes — I disagree, but it’s a heated debate.
Progression systems (2025)
Paragon levels are the main long-term gain after level 60. Battle Pass gives bonus rewards and faster gearing if you invest; Premium Battle Pass increases Legendary Crest rewards and platinum gains. Clans give activity benefits and contribute to group milestones. These systems interact — focus on Hell runs for Paragon XP when you’re ready.
| System | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Battle Pass | XP boosts, cosmetics, occasional crests |
| Paragon | Permanent stat gains |
| Clan | Group bonuses, raid access |
Controversial notes (yes, I said it)
1) The Battle Pass economy nudges players toward spending if they want the fastest progression — that’s not just rhetoric. 2) Some legendary drop rates are low enough that solo farming long-term feels inefficient compared to group runs — unpopular, maybe, but true.
Oddly enough, the best long-term strategy is boring: do your dailies, prioritize Hell once CR fits, and run Elder Rifts for gems. Small, steady gains beat chasing perfect RNG every night.
Final practical checklist
- Do daily dungeon runs first.
- Use crests on Elder Rifts when you can afford Eternal Legendary Crests.
- Balance survivability and damage; don’t overoptimize for one night’s run.
- Join an active clan if you want raid and group bonuses.
To be fair, there are exceptions and the meta shifts with new patches (check patch notes regularly in 2025). Keep experimenting; it’s a marathon, not a sprint. Between us: the best gear stories come from repeated, smart runs — and sometimes pure luck. Good luck and may your drops be kind! ⚔️
