Path of Exile 2 — Latest Updates & Patch Notes
Path of Exile 2 is currently the #32 most-played game on Steam, with a 24-hour peak of 135K concurrent players — ▲ climbing (was #86 last week).
Last official update Sep 3, 2026 (3 days ago) · 12 updates in the last 90 days · 12 tracked here.
- Steam rank
- #32 ▲
- Peak (24h)
- 135K
- Genre
- Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
- Developer
- Grinding Gear Games
- Released
- Dec 6, 2024
- Price
- $29.99
- Steam reviews
- 167K
Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, featuring co-op for up to six players. Set years after the original Path of Exile, you will return to the dark world of Wraeclast and seek to end the corruption that is spreading.
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Latest updates & patch notes
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Release
Path of Exile 2 Full Release Registration
Sign up at to receive updates on the Path of Exile 2 Full Release and get exclusive rewards! You have until December 10th to register, so there is still plenty of time to reach the milestones. The more players who register, the more cosmetics the community can unlock. Please…
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Patch
Path of Exile 2: Forbidden Rites Patch Notes and Item Filter Information
The patch notes for Path of Exile 2: Forbidden Rites, launching September 4th at 1PM PDT are now available. Click here to check them out. We’ve also prepared Item Filter information you may need for this event. New Items Item class: Augment Jiquani's Soul Core of Automation…
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News
Fan Art Competition Highlights #3
We’ve launched the Fan Art Competition a while back, which is inspired by the latest expansions in Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2. Since then, the community has shared plenty of incredible artwork, and we’ve gathered some of the latest highlights to showcase in today’s news…
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News
Path of Exile 2: Forbidden Rites FAQ
Last week, we announced Forbidden Rites, an event league in Path of Exile 2 launching alongside the 0.5.5 patch on September 4th PDT. In this news post, we’ve answered some of the most common questions from our community about the event. Is Duelist in 0.5.5? No, Duelist will be…
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Event
Path of Exile 2: 0.5.5 Event League & Duelist Deep Dive
Play the Forbidden Rites Event on September 4 During GGG Live earlier today, we revealed our next 0.5.5 update for Path of Exile 2, releasing September 4 at 1 PM PDT! This patch introduces the new event league, Forbidden Rites, featuring 8 new challenges and exclusive rewards…
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News
Watch GGG Live and Final ExileCon Qualifier - New Twitch Drops
Tune in to GGG Live on August 27 to find out more about the upcoming Path of Exile 2 0.5.5 update, or watch the final ExileCon Qualifier afterward and earn the Curse of the Allflame Mystery Box through Twitch Drops! GGG Live begins at 12:30 PM August 27 PDT The fourth and final…
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Release
Path of Exile 2 Full Release Registration FAQ
Sign up at to stay up to date as we head toward Path of Exile 2’s full release and earn exclusive rewards. The more players who register, the more cosmetics everyone can unlock! Check out the FAQ below. How do I receive my reward? After Path of Exile 2 fully launches on December…
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Release
Path of Exile 2 Fully Releases on December 11!
Path of Exile 2 launches as a fully free-to-play action RPG on December 11 (PST)! Get your blades ready! The full release will introduce the Duelist, a long-awaited class revealed in a new trailer during gamescom’s Opening Night Live in Cologne. Whether you’re a new or returning…
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News
Watch the New Path of Exile 2 Reveal at gamescom
Tomorrow, August 25 PDT, we’ll have an exclusive Path of Exile 2 reveal at gamescom 2026. Make sure to tune in to the gamescom stream to watch it live. If you can’t make it, we’ll also be posting the reveal on our social channels shortly after, so you won’t miss out! gamescom…
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News
Fan Art Competition Highlights #2
Our Fan Art competition, themed around the latest expansions in Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2, is in full swing! Check out the recent highlights below! darkshadowsblood#1004 PropagandaPandá#7473 tequilalover#7722 SimoneIF#7126 Veronika_f5#3417 CosmicCreepers#8314
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News
GGG Live on 27 August
On August 27 PDT, we’ll preview some new information about Path of Exile 2 and 0.5.5! Watch the livestream at 12:30 PM August 27 PDT at After that, we'll have a short Q&A session with Game Director Jonathan Rogers and ZiggyD, followed by the final ExileCon qualifier, so get…
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News
Path of Exile 2 ExileCon Qualifier #3 Is Going On Now!
The ExileCon Path of Exile 2 Qualifier #3 is happening now! Who will join Jiluo and Giuygiuyg in the finale at ExileCon this November? Watch the action live at Co-streaming is welcome. Twitch Drops are now available for 24 hours, until 2 PM PDT on August 21. Watch the official…
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Screenshots
About Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, featuring co-op for up to six players. Path of Exile 2 takes place in the land of Wraeclast, a dark continent populated by unique cultures, ancient secrets, and monstrous dangers. A sinister threat, long thought destroyed, has begun creeping back on the edge of civilisation, driving people mad and sickening the land with Corruption. Path of Exile 2 features a brand new campaign with six acts, 100 distinct environments, 600 monsters and 100 bosses. Key Features Twelve Character Classes Path of Exile 2 features twelve character classes, two for every combination of…
Game details
- System requirements (minimum)
- Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-7700 or AMD™ Ryzen 5 2500x Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960 (3GB), Intel® Arc™ A380, or ATI Radeon™ RX 470 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 100 GB available space Additional Notes: A GPU with at least 3GB of VRAM is required
- Languages
- English * , French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Thai * languages with full audio support
- Controller
- Full controller support
- DLC
- 9 available on Steam
- Official site
- www.pathofexile2.com
Frequently asked questions
- Is Path of Exile 2 free to play?
- Path of Exile 2 is a paid game ($29.99) on Steam.
- What is the latest Path of Exile 2 update?
- The most recent official update is "Path of Exile 2 Full Release Registration" (Sep 3, 2026), categorized as Release. Sign up at to receive updates on the Path of Exile 2 Full Release and get exclusive rewards! You have until December 10th to register, so there is still plenty of time to reach the milestones. The more players who register, the more cosmetics the community can unlock. Please…
- How many people play Path of Exile 2?
- Path of Exile 2 peaked at 135K concurrent players in the last 24 hours, ranking #32 on Steam's most-played chart (it was #86 the previous week).
- When was Path of Exile 2 released?
- Path of Exile 2 was released on Dec 6, 2024 by Grinding Gear Games.
- What kind of game is Path of Exile 2?
- Path of Exile 2 is a Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Early Access game, featuring single-player, multi-player, mmo.
📊 Tracked here since Jul 17 · best rank #32 (Sep 6) · 28 days on our charts
Live player counts and update notes are pulled from Steam's public data and refreshed daily (last refresh: Sep 6, 2026). Excerpts are from official announcements; follow the source links for full notes. Path of Exile 2 and all related assets are trademarks of their respective owners.