Leveling a new character in Diablo 4 Season 9 can be done extremely fast if you know the best methods.  Are you looking for the best techniques to level up fast? In this D4 Season 9 leveling guide, we'll explain the best ways to level from level 1 to 60 in under 10 minutes.

Diablo 4 Season 9 Leveling Guide - How to Level Up Fast in D4

Leveling up fast in Diablo 4 Season 9 is important, whether you’re a casual player or aiming for endgame dominance. Most of Diablo 4's core systems — like Nightmare Dungeons, The Pit, Whispers of the Dead, World Tier 4, and high-tier loot — are locked behind level 60+ and Paragon progression. The faster you get there, the sooner you can farm high-level loot. Push leaderboard content. Optimize your build with full Paragon boards and unique D4 items. Once you hit level 50+, you begin earning Paragon Points instead of regular skill points. These are essential for min-maxing your build. Therefore, you'll need our ultimate Diablo 4 Season 9 1-60 leveling guide.

1. 1-60 Leveling Method 

A friend with a high-level character (ideally level 100 or strong enough to speed-clear Nightmare Dungeons). Your friend must have World Tier 4 (Torment) unlocked (for max XP gains).

Step-by-Step Process:

• Create Your New Character (Seasonal or Eternal Realm)

• Have Your Friend Invite You to their party.

• Set Game to World Tier 4 (Torment) (your friend must do this—you can't select it until level 60).

• Your Friend Opens a Nightmare Dungeon (Tier 55+)

  -Higher tiers (T60-T100) give more XP but take longer.

  -Best dungeons for speed: Blind Burrows, Dead’s Man Dredge, or Sarat’s Lair (fast layouts).

• You Stay at the Entrance (DO NOT DIE!)

  -Enemies will be level 150+, so one hit will kill you. If you die, respawn and wait at the entrance.

• Your Friend Clears the Dungeon in ~2 Minutes

  Each full clear gives massive XP (you’ll jump 10-20 levels per run).

• Repeat 4-5 Times Until Level 60

  -1st run: Level 1 → ~20

  -2nd run: Level 20 → ~40

  -3rd run: Level 40 → ~50

  -4th-5th run: Level 50 → 60

World Tier 4 gives +600% XP bonus (even if you’re low level). Nightmare Dungeons scale to the opener’s level, so high-tier = insane XP gains. No level restrictions—you can be boosted from level 1.

2. Solo Leveling Method

Best for players without a carry.

Step-by-Step Process:

• Complete the Campaign (If First Character)

  Skip if you’ve already finished it (use "Skip Campaign" option).

• Unlock World Tier 2 (Veteran) ASAP

  More XP & gold (but harder enemies).

• Farm Helltides (Best XP Source)

  -Helltides spawn every hour (XX:55 to XX:55 next hour).

  -Focus on events (orange circles)—each gives huge XP.

  -Open Mystery Chests (175 Cinders) for bonus loot.

• Complete Seasonal Questline (Green Markers)

  Gives bonus XP & unlocks new mechanics.

• Run Dungeons with High Mob Density

  -Blind Burrows (fast, tons of weak mobs)

  -Dead’s Man Dredge (great for AoE builds)

  -Sarat’s Lair (quick clears)

• Use XP Boosts

  -Elixirs (+5% XP) – Craft at Alchemist (use always).

  -Season Blessings (if available) – Extra XP bonuses.

• Group Up (Optional, but Faster)

  +10% XP per party member (max +30% in full group).

3. Leveling Tips

The higher the dungeon tier, the faster your friend can run quickly, the faster you level. Ideally, your friend should have a strong build that can clear T60+ Pit in ~1–2 minutes. XP bonus scales based on dungeon tier, not world difficulty (Penitent, Veteran, etc.).

4. Solo vs Group Leveling: Which is Better

Solo Leveling 

Pros:

• No reliance on other players
  

• Can play at your own pace
  

• Good for learning mechanics

Cons:

• Slower than group play (~50% longer)
  

• Harder to push higher World Tiers early

Group Leveling 

Pros:

• 30% more XP (full party bonus)
  

• Faster clears (shared mob kills)
  

• Easier to push higher difficulties

Cons:

• Requires coordination

• Need a decent group (bad teammates slow you down)

If speed is your priority, then group leveling (or power-leveling with a high-level carry) is the best choice. A full party can cut your leveling time in half, and a well-geared friend can boost you to 60 in under 10 minutes via Nightmare Dungeon carries. However, if you prefer a more relaxed, self-paced experience, solo play is still viable—just expect it to take longer. New players may also benefit from solo leveling to better understand the game before jumping into group content. Ultimately, the best method depends on whether you value speed or independence more.