Korn Returns with a Heavy Hit for Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred

Blizzard is making waves again, and this time, they’ve teamed up with none other than the legendary band Korn to drop a brand new song for Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred. Now, while I might not quite hit the mark as a die-hard fan, I have fond memories of my dad blasting Korn on the way to school, and I can’t help but feel a rush of nostalgia thinking about those days. I remember eyeing the iconic Diablo 2 box art with its grinning skull every time I got a chance to hop on the family PC.

And just like that, Korn’s latest track, “Reward The Scars,” is here to evoke those memories. The animated music video has just launched, perfectly syncing up with the release of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred today. It’s the ideal anthem for players gearing up to dive into the dark world of Sanctuary!

The visuals in the music video are a nostalgic nod, featuring Mephisto, the main demon lord, portrayed in a classic ‘90s comic book style—think oversized eyes and twisted horns. As he sheds his human guise and wreaks havoc, the song kicks into a bone-crushing breakdown that would’ve had teenage me headbanging in excitement!

I can’t help but think that Mephisto himself would enjoy this tune, especially if he had access to platforms like YouTube or Spotify. “Reward The Scars” is a heavy, haunting track that’s perfect for a dark setting, channeling the vibes of brooding demons with aspirations for world domination. This song would fit right into any epic montage featuring the expansion’s campaign.

For those who were wondering if Korn had lost their edge after a four-year break, “Reward The Scars” is a powerful reminder that they’re still rocking hard. Frontman Jonathan Davis is a known gamer, so it makes perfect sense for him to collaborate with Blizzard. Even while working on a new album, there’s no way he’d miss a chance to reconnect with the gaming community!

Though it’s a bummer we can’t wield Davis’s iconic H.R. Giger microphone stand as a weapon in-game, it’s still a fantastic partnership that brings together gaming and rock music in an unforgettable way. Let’s just hope for more collaborations like this in the future!