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Path of Exile 2 Build Showcase: Slowmaxing Chronomancer by TuskDeluxe

This Chronomancer build by TuskDeluxe is built around the Auspex and its Grueling Madness aura, which slowmaxes enemies up to 100% at maximum stacks. Embrace the slow side of..things below: Big thank you to TuskDeluxe for putting this build together. For more information, refer to their video here.

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Path of Exile 2 at gamescom 2026

Path of Exile 2 will once again be heading to gamescom in Cologne, Germany. Play a special demo available exclusively at the event, snap some photos with our eerie display, and pick up exclusive merchandise. We'll be sharing more details closer to the event, and we hope to see you there! If you're a

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0.5.4b Patch Notes

0.5.4b Patch NotesBoss ImprovementsRemoved a majority of the stun and freeze immunity windows from all versions of the Tor Gul, the Defiler boss fight.Improved the Minion Phase in the Tasgul, Swallower of Light fight.Fixed a bug where It That Was Esh could sometimes fail to advance phases properly.F

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Path of Exile 2 Build Showcase: Frogmancer by Yuzo TV

If you've ever wanted to solve your problems with an unreasonable number of exploding frogs, this build may be exactly what you're looking for. Doedre's Undoing is a Lineage Support Gem that transforms curses into areas of cursed ground. While enemies standing within these areas become cursed, the r

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Microtransaction Roundup: Wendigo Spear Skill Effect & Verisium Effect Bundle

This week's microtransaction releases are here! Featuring the Verisium Effect Bundle and Wendigo Spear Skill Effect Bundle. Check them out in this news post. A handful of exciting new microtransactions have arrived in the Path of Exile 2 shop this week. In case you missed them, here's a quick look a

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ExileCon 2026 Path of Exile 2 Race Qualifier Events

At ExileCon this November, we will be hosting competitive Path of Exile events live on the main stage. Both events will be the culmination of a series of four qualifier events where the best racers will compete for a spot in the finale. For Path of Exile 1 qualifiers, we’ll announce the details late

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0.5.4 Patch Notes

0.5.4 Patch NotesThis patch introduces a brand new Atlas Passive Tree for Runes of Aldur, expanded Expedition customisation, level-scaling Unique Items, a new currency item for Atziri’s Temple, and more.Runes of Aldur ChangesAdded an Expedition Atlas Passive Skill Tree. You can earn Atlas Passive Po

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Path of Exile 2 0.5.4 Patch Preview

Soon, we’re planning to deploy a major new update for Path of Exile 2. Patch 0.5.4 introduces a brand new Atlas Passive Tree for Runes of Aldur, expanded Expedition customisation, level-scaling Unique Items, a new currency item for Atziri’s Temple, and more. Check out the preview video below!

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Path of Exile 2 Build Showcase: Chaos Tornados by FlickerSlide

Today’s forecast in Wraeclast calls for a light fog, widespread Chaos Tornados, and an encroaching darkness expected later this afternoon. Using a mix of unbridled chaos and varied Uniques, FlickerSlide’s Monk build unleashes a storm of purple tornados. Check it out in the video below. Thanks to Fli

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Steam Global Top Sellers for week of 16 Jun — 23 June 2026

MECCHA CHAMELEON Cyberpunk 2077 Dead by Daylight Steam Deck Path of Exile 2 Forza Horizon 6 EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty 雀魂麻將(MahjongSoul) DAVE THE DIVER * excluding free to play games View top 100 on SteamDB

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Path of Exile 2 Wallpapers

Path of Exile 2 loading screens feature artwork created by the talented artists on our team. We've gathered a collection of high-resolution loading screen artwork from Acts One through Four, along with the art for each Ascendancy Class and artwork from other content, that you can use as desktop wall

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Path of Exile 2 Build Guides on the Website

You no longer need to download build files! We've implemented a new feature that allows you to subscribe to build guides on the website and receive all updates automatically in the game on both PC and Consoles. If you want to upload your own builds, click here!

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0.5.3 Patch Notes

0.5.3 Patch NotesThis patch contains a wide range of improvements to the endgame, making investment feel more rewarding across the board, improving scaling for late game players, and ensuring that each mechanic has clearer opportunities for risk and reward.Runes of Aldur ChangesThe maximum number of

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Path of Exile 2 0.5.3 Patch Preview

Today, we're deploying Patch 0.5.3 for Path of Exile 2, bringing a wide range of improvements to the endgame, making investment feel more rewarding across the board, improving scaling for late game players, and ensuring that each mechanic has clearer opportunities for risk and reward. Check out the

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Microtransaction Roundup - Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients

Microtransaction Roundup - Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients We've released a range of new cosmetics following the launch of Return of the Ancients. Embrace the night with the Vampire's Portal and matching Weapon Effect, and complete the look with the Blood Moon skill set. For something a litt

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Steam Global Top Sellers for week of 9 Jun — 16 June 2026

MECCHA CHAMELEON Forza Horizon 6 Steam Deck Path of Exile 2 EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Destiny 2: Renegades FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE 007 First Light Gothic 1 Remake Burglin' Gnomes * excluding free to play games View top 100 on SteamDB

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Path of Exile 2 Build Showcase: Stag Launcher by Phylaris

Introducing the Stag Launcher! This Spirit Walker build by Phylaris invests fully into the Vivid Stampede ascendancy skill, using dodge-roll and grenade shenanigans to pull it off. Check it out! Thanks to Phylaris for putting this build together. Check out their video here for more information. See

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Path of Exile 2: Return of the Ancients Two Week Recap

The first two weeks of Return of the Ancients have come and gone, leaving behind a trail of triumphs and hard-fought battles. Together with Lily, our Data Analyst, we've unearthed a collection of highlights that capture the scale of the journey so far. Check out this snapshot of sacrifices made, leg

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0.5.2 Patch Notes

0.5.2 Patch NotesEndgame ChangesAdded a new On the Wind multichoice Keystone Atlas Passive, granting the option between Azmeri Spirits with 50% increased Movement Speed, or Azmeri Spirits no longer dematerialising when there are no players nearby.The Partial Translations Atlas Master option has been

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Path of Exile 2 0.5.2 Patch Preview

Today, we're releasing the 0.5.2 patch for Path of Exile 2, with quite a lot of improvements to different mechanics, as well as a number of bug fixes. Check out the highlights in the video below and read the patch notes here!

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