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All Atlas Masters passives in Path of Exile 2 and the best ones to use
This guide details all Atlas Masters passives available in Path of Exile 2, offering recommendations for the most effective choices for the game's new endgame. The article focuses on strategic selection of these passives to enhance player builds.
Engagement Ring
Player numbers for Path of Exile 2 are surging, according to Eurogamer.net. Grinding Gear Games has assured players that Path of Exile 1 will not be neglected amidst the success of its sequel.
As Path of Exile 2 player numbers surge, Grinding Gear Games promises it won't forget about Path of Exile 1
Grinding Gear Games has assured players that Path of Exile 1 will continue to be supported indefinitely, even as Path of Exile 2's player numbers surge following its latest early access update. Co-founder Jonathan Rogers stated that the company has separate teams dedicated to both games and is capable of running them concurrently. Path of Exile 2's 'Return of the Ancients' update has significantly boosted player counts, with concurrent users on Steam alone exceeding 400,000.
Path of Exile 2 Return of the Ancients dooms devs to the hotfix mines as the action RPG's "buggiest" update yet sees the biggest Steam player peak since launch
Path of Exile 2's 'Return of the Ancients' update has led to a significant surge in player numbers, reaching a new peak of over 421,000 concurrent players on Steam. However, the update is also plagued by numerous bugs, leading Grinding Gear Games to acknowledge the issues and work on fixes for progression blockers, crashes, and other critical problems.
Path of Exile 2 tops 400,000 players on Steam following major update
Path of Exile 2 saw a significant surge in players on Steam, reaching over 421,000 concurrent users following the "Return of the Ancients" update and a free-to-play weekend. The update introduced new story content, endgame improvements, and build planning tools. Grinding Gear Games now faces the challenge of player retention during its Early Access period.
Check out the 50 most popular Steam Deck games for May 2026
This article lists the 50 most popular games played on the Steam Deck during May 2026, based on data from Valve. The list includes newly released titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, alongside enduring favorites such as Slay the Spire and Stardew Valley.
All Kalguuran Gem skills in Path of Exile 2
This guide details all the Kalguuran Gem skills available in Path of Exile 2. It aims to help players master the league by understanding the various skill options.
A new Path of Exile 2 hotfix makes sure you won't run out of maps in the endgame
Grinding Gear Games has released a hotfix for Path of Exile 2 to address concerns about Waystone sustain in the endgame. The update increases Waystone drop rates from map bosses and also includes fixes for quest progression, Atlas wound maps, and ability cooldowns, alongside a nerf to Kelari's Deception.
All Path of Exile 2 Runes of Aldur Challenges and how to complete them
This guide details all the Runes of Aldur challenges within Path of Exile 2 and provides instructions on how to complete them. The article aims to help players navigate and overcome these specific in-game tasks.
Path of Exile 2’s Path of the Ancients launch saw a huge swell of players and mild server creaking
Path of Exile 2's 'Path of the Ancients' launch experienced a significant player surge, leading to some server strain and minor issues. The game saw over 400,000 concurrent players on Steam, with Grinding Gear Games actively deploying hotfixes and updates to address bugs and validation problems.
How to use the Build Planner in Path of Exile 2
This guide explains how to use the Build Planner feature in Path of Exile 2. The Build Planner is a tool designed to help players strategize and create character builds within the game.
Path of Exile 2 Free Weekend
Grinding Gear Games is hosting a free weekend for Path of Exile 2, their action RPG sequel currently in Early Access. The promotion is not available on the PlayStation 5 version of the game.
Path of Exile 2 Martial Artist skill tree and passives
This article details the Martial Artist class's skill tree and passive abilities in Path of Exile 2. It focuses on the combat mechanics and progression options available for this character archetype.
Betawatch: AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia launch into testing
This week's Betawatch roundup highlights the upcoming testing phases for AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia, both noted for their genuine genre fandom and plucky effort. Other games entering testing include Star Citizen, which has surpassed one billion dollars in crowdfunding, and various MMORPGs like Pantheon Rise of the Fallen and Subnautica 2.
Path of Exile 2 Spirit Walker skill tree and passives
This article details the Spirit Walker skill tree and passive abilities available in Path of Exile 2. It provides an overview of the new mechanics and options for players looking to build their characters.
Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients 0.5.0 Guides for Getting Started
This guide provides information for Path of Exile 2's Return of the Ancients update, including updated build guides and an ascendancy tier list to help players get started.
Valuing Path of Exile 2 drops is now faster and simpler than ever, and so is planning your endgame
Path of Exile 2's upcoming Return of the Ancients update introduces significant quality-of-life improvements, including an enhanced endgame Atlas search tool, a quick item value checker for trading, and a spacious new Fragment stash tab. Game Director Jonathan Rogers indicated that this 0.5 update will be the last early access league before the 1.0 launch is scheduled for the end of 2026.
Path of Exile 2 Return of the Ancients release countdown: Exact date and time
Path of Exile 2 is set to release its 'Return of the Ancients' update, marking the biggest content addition to the game to date. The article serves as a countdown to the exact release date and time for this significant update.
Path of Exile co-creator tells developers "don't survey your players" because "'your audience is good at recognizing problems and bad at solving them'"
Path of Exile co-creator Chris Wilson advises game developers against surveying players for design direction, stating that audiences are better at identifying problems than solving them. He emphasizes that while player feedback is crucial for identifying issues, developers must maintain their own vision for the game's direction. Wilson also touches on the potential pitfalls of player surveys, such as creating false expectations and optimizing for vocal players rather than the entire community.
PSA: Path of Exile 2 will run a free-to-play weekend starting May 29 alongside Return of the Ancients
Path of Exile 2 is hosting a free-to-play weekend from May 29th to June 1st, coinciding with the launch of its Return of the Ancients league. During this period, players can experience the multiplayer ARPG, including new ascendancy classes and endgame updates. Grinding Gear Games is also offering a 50% discount on supporter packs and in-game cosmetics for participants.