The Challenge Rifts inDiablo 3provide a test of skill along with stellar rewards. They replicate actual Greater Rift clears performed by other players, right down to the dungeon layout, enemies, and character builds. Clearing the Challenge Rifts rewards players with a Challenge Rift cache containing tons of gold and crafting materials. However, the Challenge Rift can only be cleared once per week, meaning players only get a chance at one cache until the reset. Fortunately, we know when the Rift Challenge resets inDiablo 3.
Here’s when to expect Rift Challenge resets inDiablo 3
It’s essential to note North American (NA) and European (EU) servers have separate Challenge Rifts. The North America Challenge Rift resets on Mondays at 1 PM PT or 4 PM ET. The European Challenge Rifts reset on Tuesdays at 4 AM CET.
Challenge Rift rewards
Clearing the challenge grants your character a Challenge Rift cache, which contains the following:
These materials let you craft tons of useful armor and weapons for your characters, such asReaper’s Wraps. If you’re playing a seasonal character, an unopened Challenge Rift cache unlocks your 15th node on the Altar of Rites. Comparatively, theDiablocommunity debates whether it’s more efficient to keep your Challenge Rift cache for this node or open it for the crafting materials on a new character. Generally, it’s up to you to decide this, taking into account when the Rift resets.
Most of the time, it’s better to open your Challenge Rift cache on a fresh character, unless you’re experienced and plan to min/max your character. Moreover, you reach the point of farming non-craftable gear like theAncient Puzzle Ringfaster this way.
Diablo 3andReaper of Soulsare available onBattle.net.
Matt Henzel
Matt is a Contributing Writer with PC Invasion, having started in December 2022. His favorite genres include RPGs of any kind (MMOs, ARPGs and straight up story based, like Mass Effect) and Shooters. Matt has a Certification in Digital Marketing from Montclair State University, and loves to work out and experience nature when he’s not gaming.
