The recent updates for Path of Exile 2 revolve around the game’s early access launch, which began on December 6, 2024. This phase allows players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC to explore a significant portion of the game, including its refined mechanics and systems.
Key highlights include:
- Expanded Endgame Mechanics: The game introduces four core endgame systems—Breach, Ritual, Delirium, and Expedition—which act as advanced iterations of popular features from the original Path of ExilePlayer One.
- Supporter Packs: A tiered system of packs offers in-game cosmetics, physical merchandise, and more, with prices ranging from $30 to $480. These packs provide early access and exclusive rewardsThe Outerhaven.
- Refined Gameplay: Updates to combat, skill systems, and equipment ensure a fresh experience, with new features such as controller support. A new Witch class has also been introduced, and feedback from earlier beta tests influenced these changesThe Outerhaven.
Set two decades after the events of the original game, Path of Exile 2 features a darker narrative and new threats, including the Count of Ogham and the Seed of Corruption, further enriching the world of Wraeclast