Path of Exile
News, coverage and analysis tracking Path of Exile across the outlets.
Path of Exile's most unique league is back with a chaotic, class-fusing twistGrinding Gear Games is launching a new Path of Exile event called 'Return of the Ancestors' on June 25th, combining the squad-building mechanics of Trial of the Ancestors with the alternate Phrecian ascendancy classes from Legacy of Phrecia. This event serves as a bridge to the Path of Exile 3.29 reveal in mid-July and requires players to create a fresh character.
Path of Exile 2 director says players exploiting system to become in-game millionaires 'ruined Christmas for me' and joked that he's 'lost all sympathy' for everyone who took advantage of itPath of Exile 2 co-director Mark Roberts expressed frustration over a game-breaking exploit involving the new 'temple' system that allowed players to become in-game millionaires, forcing the development team to interrupt their holiday break for emergency patches. Roberts stated that the exploit "ruined Christmas" and that he has "lost all sympathy" for those who exploited the system, highlighting the ongoing challenges of balancing an early access game economy.
Nobody needs to grind for 100 hours to see how Path of Exile 2 has redefined the action RPG loot huntPath of Exile 2 is redefining the action RPG loot hunt with an ambitious design that blends Diablo 2's worldbuilding and Elden Ring's challenging combat. Despite being in early access, the game offers a compelling campaign and an endgame loot grind that feels less like a chore. Developer Grinding Gear Games has improved pacing and item acquisition, making the experience more accessible for both new and returning players.
Unsatisfied with Path of Exile 2's hugely successful new endgame, GGG raises the risk and reward even furtherGrinding Gear Games has released Path of Exile 2 patch 0.5.3, focusing on enhancing its highly praised endgame content. Game Director Jonathan Rogers detailed changes to mechanics like Delirium, Simulacrums, Grand Expeditions, Temple, Breach, and Abyss to further increase risk and reward for players. The update also includes bug fixes and improvements for client stability.- Path of Exile 2 players have earned 8 trillion gold and cheesed a spin-to-win move in Return of the AncientsGrinding Gear Games has shared statistics from the early access period of Path of Exile 2's Return of the Ancients update, highlighting player activity. Players have accumulated over 8 trillion gold, and the Arbiter of Divinity has been defeated more than 1.2 million times. The studio is also continuing to refine the game with endgame changes and adjustments to character builds.
When is the full Path of Exile 2 release date?Grinding Gear Games is targeting a 2026 release for the full launch of Path of Exile 2, likely between November 9 and December 31, following ExileCon. While the campaign will be completed with Acts 5 and 6, not all four absent character classes may be ready for the 1.0 launch. The developers are prioritizing a complete campaign and endgame experience.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a breath of fresh air after the horrors of Diablo 4Minecraft Dungeons 2 offers a refreshing take on the action RPG genre, providing a more relaxed and accessible dungeon-crawling experience compared to titles like Diablo 4. The game features up to four-player co-op, an interconnected world with hidden collectibles, and new enemy types like the Twisted Warden. Despite minor issues with character tracking, the sequel introduces quality-of-life improvements such as a mini-inventory system and a more responsive combat experience, aiming for a September 29, 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X.
Steam Week in Review: More than 300 games released on Steam last week, and 120 of them had AI disclosuresLast week saw over 300 games released on Steam, with 120 of them featuring AI disclosures. Several games, including visual novels and FMV titles, heavily utilize AI-generated art, music, and narrative, with some priced at $100 or more. This trend raises concerns about the quality and legitimacy of AI-driven game development and pricing strategies on the platform.
Path of Exile 2 director says Temple farming ruined his Christmas and "destroyed" him, and he loves "obliterating" it: "I don't care if it's a mid-season nerf"Path of Exile 2 co-game director Mark Roberts expressed his strong negative feelings about the Vaal Temple farming exploit, stating it ruined his Christmas and left him traumatized. He is gleeful about recent nerfs to the exploit, even if they are mid-season, and has lost sympathy for players who continue to use it. Despite his strong stance, he clarified he doesn't want to make the game bad but acknowledges the lasting impact of the exploit.- etc.A single crab has achieved the third highest player kill count in Path of Exile 2. This unusual statistic highlights unique player behaviors and achievements within the game.
Path of Exile 2 reverses a build-breaking class nerf, as a new patch makes its hardest mechanics easierPath of Exile 2 patch 0.5.2 introduces several changes to endgame mechanics, including improved rewards from Remnants and easier Delirium and Ritual encounters. Grinding Gear Games also reverted accidental build-breaking nerfs to the Gemling Legionnaire's Advanced Thaumaturgy ascendancy passive. The update also features adjustments to Azmerian Wisps, new Atlas passive tree keystones, and nerfs to dangerous creatures like It That Hates.
A single crab has the third highest player kill count in Path of Exile 2A bug in Path of Exile 2's early access caused a specific crab enemy to kill players instantly with a volley of projectiles, leading to it becoming the third deadliest monster in the game. Lead developers Jonathan Rogers and Mark Roberts discussed the issue with streamer Zizaran, explaining it was a typo that caused the bug and highlighting the challenges of balancing difficulty in early access titles.
Proton Experimental gets fixes for Path of Exile 1 & 2, Guild Wars 2, Call of Duty (2003), Exanima and moreValve has released an update for Proton Experimental, bringing numerous bug fixes for games like Path of Exile, Path of Exile 2, Guild Wars 2, Call of Duty (2003), and Exanima on Linux and SteamOS. The update addresses issues such as game crashes, graphical errors, and performance regressions, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Valve's platforms.
Best POE 2 Currency Sites: 7 Stores Ranked for Safety and DeliveryThis article ranks seven online stores for purchasing Path of Exile 2 currency, emphasizing safety and delivery speed. It highlights how currency is crucial for trading and crafting in the game, especially after recent economic adjustments in the 0.5.0 Return of the Ancients update. The guide provides an overview of each platform's strengths, such as POEcurrency's specialization, IGGM's comprehensive services, and EZG's competitive pricing, to help players make informed decisions.- etc.A player in Path of Exile 2 voluntarily deleted their level 100 character to achieve the 'world first martyr' status. This action provided a significant buff to all other players in the game, impacting the MMO's ecosystem.
"I saved you all": Path of Exile 2 player sacrifices rare level 100 character to give everyone else a free skill point as world-first "Martyr of the First Edict"A Path of Exile 2 player named Carn sacrificed his level 100 character to become the first "Martyr of the First Edict," granting an extra skill point to all players in the Solo Self-Found mode. This event is part of the game's Return of the Ancients update, which has been popular despite a buggy launch. Another player, ResurrectGodAura, later performed the same sacrifice for the regular multiplayer mode.
Path of Exile 2 dev isn't afraid of nerfs: "I've lost all sympathy for that bloody Temple"Grinding Gear Games directors Jonathan Rogers and Mark Roberts are prepared to nerf exploitable mechanics in Path of Exile 2, particularly the notorious Vaal Temple. They express frustration with players repeatedly breaking the game's economy through unintended Temple farming methods, leading to the implementation of new economy tracking tools. The developers aim to ensure a balanced and engaging experience for all players, discouraging reliance on single, overpowered strategies.
Path of Exile 2 player willingly deletes level 100 character to become world first martyr, buffing everyone in the game: 'That was the coolest thing I've seen in a videogame in a very long time'A high-level Path of Exile 2 player named Carn willingly sacrificed their level 100 character to become the first 'Martyr of the First Edict,' a secret event added by Grinding Gear Games. This act permanently destroyed his character but granted all players an extra skill tree point, a move praised by the player as one of the coolest videogame moments he'd ever seen.- Path of Exile 1’s next expansion is on the horizon – here are the dates and initial detailsGrinding Gear Games has announced the upcoming release date for Path of Exile's next major update, version 3.29, which will launch on Friday, July 24th, at 4:00 p.m. EDT. A showcase revealing the new league content will be held on Thursday, July 16th, at 4:00 p.m. EDT, with the current Mirage league concluding on Monday, July 20th.
Path of Exile 2 players are deleting their max-level characters - to make you strongerGrinding Gear Games has introduced a new mechanic in Path of Exile 2's Return of the Ancients expansion where players can delete their max-level characters to permanently strengthen all future characters in that league. One player, Souaib 'cArn' Hanaf, has already performed this sacrifice, becoming the 'Martyr of the First Edict' and granting a bonus passive skill point to others. The update also includes new ways to craft powerful items and discover hidden passive nodes.