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Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients Redefines The Endgame Experience on May 29
Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients, launching May 29, introduces significant endgame transformations with five new storylines, 15 new bosses, and two new Ascendancy classes. The expansion adds over 50 hours of content, including a new challenge system, reimagined Atlas Tree, and expanded crafting systems like Ezomyte Runesmithing. This update is the final major content release before Path of Exile 2's full 1.0 launch targeted for 2026.
Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients This Month
Grinding Gear Games has announced that Return of the Ancients, the largest expansion to date for Path of Exile 2, will be released on May 29th. This new content is described as a significant addition to the action RPG sequel.
Path of Exile 2's complete endgame redesign is great for everyone, especially newcomers
Grinding Gear Games has detailed a complete redesign of Path of Exile 2's endgame, focusing on structure, player control, and approachability for newcomers. The 'Return of the Ancients' update introduces new league mechanics like Runes of Aldur, an overhauled Atlas passive tree, and integrated build guides. Game Director Jonathan Rogers stated that this patch is intended to be the last major update before the game's 1.0 launch, which is targeted for 2026.
Path of Exile 2's 'biggest expansion ever' reworks its entire post-campaign grind for new and returning…
Grinding Gear Games announced that Path of Exile 2's "biggest expansion ever," Return of the Ancients, will launch on May 29, reworking the game's entire post-campaign endgame. This update is the final major addition before the game's 1.0 launch later this year. The expansion introduces new quests, polished league mechanics, and a new fortress area to explore.
Path of Exile 2 aims for a full 1.0 release this year, but not all of the promised character classes will make it
Grinding Gear Games aims for a full 1.0 release of Path of Exile 2 by the end of the year, following the ExileCon convention in November. While the endgame content is crucial for the final release, some promised character classes may be delayed post-launch to meet the target date. The game director Jonathan Rogers expressed confidence in delivering a complete experience with the current class roster, with additional classes to follow.
Path of Exile 2's massive Return of the Ancients expansion will be its last major update before it leaves early access later this year: 'I want to get this game finished, I really, really do'
Path of Exile 2's game director Jonathan Rogers announced that the 'Return of the Ancients' expansion, launching May 29, will be the final major update before the game leaves early access later this year. This update overhauls the post-campaign experience with quests and boss fights, aiming to provide a satisfying endpoint before the 1.0 launch, which is expected shortly after ExileCon in November.
The release date for Path of Exile 2's next expansion couldn't be better for action RPG fans planning to play…
Grinding Gear Games announced that the Path of Exile 2 expansion, Return of the Ancients, has been delayed to May 29. The developer will host an announcement stream on May 7. This delay provides ample time for players to engage with Diablo 4's Lord of Hatred expansion, which releases on April 27.
The Daily Grind: In retrospect, which MMORPG was the biggest waste of your time?
This article discusses the concept of wasted time in MMORPGs, prompting readers to reflect on which games or in-game activities felt like a significant time sink in retrospect. It highlights an instance where Grinding Gear Games pointed out a player's unproductive efforts in Path of Exile as a jumping-off point for this discussion.
GGG Live Set for May 8, Showcasing Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients
Grinding Gear Games will host a GGG Live event on May 7/8, 2026, to reveal the full content of Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients. The broadcast will be available on Twitch and YouTube, detailing the mysteries and challenges within a new giant fortress in Wraeclast.
10 Best ARPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the 10 best action RPGs to play in 2026, defining ARPGs as games with a strong focus on combat, leveling, and loot systems. The list includes titles like Elden Ring, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting their unique combat mechanics, customization options, and overall player experience.
Free-to-Play Steampunk ARPG Crystalfall has now launched its Early Access
CRG Studio has launched its free-to-play steampunk action RPG, Crystalfall, into Early Access on Steam. The game features three playable classes, a five-act campaign, and early endgame content, with plans for ongoing development and community support through founder packs and cosmetic purchases. Crystalfall aims to blend deep customization and progression inspired by titles like Path of Exile and Diablo 2.
Path of Exile could be cracking down harder on RMT, as player reports warning message
Grinding Gear Games appears to be intensifying its efforts against real money trading (RMT) in Path of Exile, with players reporting new warning messages for engaging in such activities. The developer emphasizes that RMT damages the game's economy and fairness. This crackdown follows speculation about the banning of a prominent trading server owner, suggesting a more concerted push to address RMT.
Path of Exile's richest player and item trading kingpin gets banned and pleads with Grinding Gear Games to restore 'more than 1,500 items, some of which can't ever be recreated': 'This is the worst day of my life'
Path of Exile's top player and leader of The Forbidden Trove (TFT), Jenebu, has been banned from the game. This ban has raised concerns about illicit real-money trading and the future of the popular item trading community. Jenebu is reportedly pleading with Grinding Gear Games to restore over 1,500 items.
Gamescom 2024 Steam Deck News, Reviews Including Bakeru and SCHiM, New Verified Games, Discounts, and More – TouchArcade
This week's Steam Deck Weekly covers Gamescom 2024 news, including impressions and reviews of Bakeru, Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse, SCHiM, Gestalt: Steam and Cinder, and the Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun expansion. It also highlights new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games, along with ongoing sales and discounts.
Path of Exile blames ‘very persistent and targeted DDOS attacks’ for its continuing server issues
Grinding Gear Games has identified persistent and targeted DDoS attacks as the cause of ongoing server issues in Path of Exile since the Mirage update. While service providers have implemented mitigations, the studio will not consider the problem resolved until disconnections cease. A recent hotfix addressed specific crashes and a bug with the Spectral Shield Throw ability.
Path of Exile's new Mirage league might be the best chance you'll ever get at obtaining the rarest item in the…
The new Mirage league for Path of Exile introduces significant changes to currency drop rates and an overhaul of the atlas system, aiming to make currency rewards more competitive and endgame progression more intentional. These updates, along with new league mechanics and ascendancies, suggest it could be a highly rewarding league for players seeking rare items like the Mirror of Kalandra.
Path of Exile cranks out 12 bug-crushing hotfixes for Mirage as players swamp the OARPG
Grinding Gear Games has released 12 hotfixes for Path of Exile's latest update, Mirage, to address numerous bugs and server stability issues. The game experienced a surge in player count, reaching over 190,000 concurrent players on Steam, which likely contributed to the strain. Future patches will focus on currency exchange, map visibility, UI improvements, and atlas adjustments.
Path of Exile director Mark Roberts isn't afraid to change "very ancient and often low-quality content"
Grinding Gear Games director Mark Roberts discussed upcoming changes to Path of Exile, specifically the Mirage update which will integrate Keepers into the core game and replace the old Breach league. Roberts stated the studio is not afraid to update or replace older, lower-quality content.
Path of Exile’s March 6 update adds new league and gems, tweaks the atlas, and removes T17 maps
Grinding Gear Games has released a major update for Path of Exile, introducing the Mirage league and significant endgame content. The update features new gems, atlas modifications including the removal of T17 maps, and a new boss fight with unique rewards.
MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes Midnight
This week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.