Path of Exile 2 — news, patch notes and updates

Everything about Path of Exile 2: news, patch notes, updates, events and gameplay changes.

Latest updates

  • ExileCon 2026 Path of Exile 2 Race Qualifier Events Content Drop 26 June 2026

    Four qualifier race events are running to determine who competes at ExileCon's main stage finale in November. You must defeat Tavakai in Act Four in Solo Self-Found mode on PC, with death penalties (2.5-minute immobility). Sign up via the character select screen to participate.

  • Patch 0.5.4: New Atlas Tree for Runes of Aldur Meta Shift 25 June 2026

    Patch 0.5.4 adds a new Atlas Passive Tree for Runes of Aldur with expanded Expedition customization. Unique Items now scale with level, and a new currency (Liquid Verisium) lets you trigger random Runic Remnant Encounters. Grand Expeditions gain new modifiers for increased variety.

  • Patch 0.5.3: Endgame improvements and Runes of Aldur rebalance Meta Shift 19 June 2026

    Grand Expedition gets major changes: weak chests are removed and replaced with currency, unique item, and waystone chests of higher value. You can now place 15 explosives instead of 20, and Remnant counts scale with Waystone tiers, making your endgame investments more rewarding.

  • Runes of Aldur Meta Shift 8 June 2026

    The Return of the Ancients update is bringing a massive expansion to the rune system in Path of Exile 2 with the new Runes of Aldur league. Many existing runes have also received significant buffs.

  • Runes of Aldur: Challenges and Rewards Content Drop 8 June 2026

    Path of Exile 2 introduces league challenges with exclusive cosmetic rewards. Players can earn pieces of the Knight of Aldur Armour Set by completing challenges.

  • User Experience Improvements Content Drop 8 June 2026

    New QoL features are coming to Return of the Ancients, including Atlas Search, Trade Quick-Search, and the Fragment Tab.

  • Path of Exile 2: Masters of the Atlas Showcase Content Drop 8 June 2026

    Masters of the Atlas provide a new Ascendancy-style progression for your endgame. Each Master provides unique bonuses that can alter your mapping and gameplay experience.

  • Return of the Ancients Content Drop 8 June 2026

    Learn about the power of the Genesis Tree to craft valuable items in Path of Exile 2. The Genesis Tree is a powerful tool in the fight against the Hiveborn.

  • Path of Exile 2 Updates Meta Shift 8 June 2026

    The developers of Path of Exile 2 are working on fixing bugs and improving the game, including progression blockers and crashes.

  • Path of Exile 2's 1.0 release might slip beyond 2026 Meta Shift 8 May 2026

    Path of Exile 2's 1.0 release might slip beyond 2026, but at least a new endgame-focused update is coming with over 50 hours of new content.

  • Path of Exile 2 Major Update: Return of the Ancients Meta Shift 8 May 2026

    Path of Exile 2 is getting a major update on May 29th, bringing new features and Steam Deck verification.

  • Our Biggest Expansion Ever Launches Meta Shift 8 May 2026

    The Return of the Ancients expansion brings six new endgame storylines, new bosses, new crafting systems, and new Ascendancy Classes. It is set to launch on May 29.

  • Face the Darkness Content Drop 7 May 2026

    New playable content available on May 29 on PC and consoles

  • Live reveal du patch Return of the Ancients le 7 mai Content Drop 5 May 2026

    An official livestream will present patch 0.5.0 in detail with its revamped endgame and major content. Players can follow the announcement live, obtain Twitch Drops and anticipate important changes that will impact progression and end-of-game activities.

  • La ligue 0.5.0 Return of the Ancients arrive le 29 mai Meta Shift 23 April 2026

    This new season introduces a new league with its own mechanics, new enemies and rewards, as well as additional endgame content. Direct impact: new start for all players, relaunched meta, reset progression and new opportunities for builds and farming via league-specific systems.