A series of surprise updates has polished Path of Exile 2 into a monumental action RPG

Grinding Gear Games is putting in the work to prepare for the game's 1.0 release.

Path of Exile 2 just added yet another skill tree, because why the heck not

Path of Exile 2 patch 0.5.4 adds a new Expedition Atlas Passive skill tree designed to work with Runes of Aldur, plus more ...
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And yes, version 1.0 is still planned for 2026.

Path of Exile 2 is "redefining" its endgame with an all-new update coming later this month. Return of the Ancients, dropping on May 29, introduces a staggering 50+ hours of "new endgame content," ...
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Here's What's Coming In Path of Exile 2's Huge 0.5.0 Patch, With A New Campaign, Endgame Revamps, In-Game Build Guide And More

Today, the Path of Exile 2 team unveiled what’s to come in the upcoming 0.5.0 patch. Titled “Return of the Ancients,” this content patch brings the usual campaign and new items—but massive endgame ...