This Diablo 4 tier list ranks the best builds for leveling up quickly in Season 8: Belial’s Return. These builds are chosen for their easy early-game experience, strong progression, and low gear dependence. Arrows next to builds reflect recent changes based on patch updates and testing.
Current Rankings for Leveling Builds in Season 8
Last Updated
Last updated: April 28, 2025. This tier list is regularly reviewed to reflect the latest balance changes and leveling meta for the current Season 8: Belial’s Return.
How We Rank Leveling Builds
This list ranks Diablo 4 leveling builds based on how fast and comfortably you can level from 1 to 60 during a new season on Normal to Expert difficulty. It takes into account kill speed, resource efficiency, survivability, and how well builds perform without endgame gear.
Builds that scale early and do not require specific gear or items tend to rank higher, especially if they offer strong AoE and good movement speed.
If you want to learn more about the best builds for endgame, speed farming, boss kill, or overall class rankings, you can check out our other tier lists below:
Naturally, each class has its pros and cons, so bear in mind that this tier list reflects our own testing and experience. It is not meant to be a universal ranking for every player. Diablo 4 has a ton of build freedom, and the best choice will always be the one that matches your preferred playstyle. We recommend trying a few different builds and enjoying the journey your way!
