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Path of Exile 2, developed and published by Grinding Gear Games, launched into Early Access on December 6, 2024. As a standalone sequel to Path of Exile, PoE 2 revamps numerous mechanics while maintaining the traditional ARPG progression and gameplay that fans adore.
Path of Exile 2 is a complex game with one of the largest Skill Trees in gaming, which can be daunting for newcomers to ARPGs or the unique approach of Path of Exile. This comprehensive guide hub from Game Rant covers everything you need to know about PoE 2, from beginner tips and game mechanics to detailed quest and boss walkthroughs.
This guide is continuously updated to reflect new content added during the Early Access phase and will be fully updated upon the game's complete release in 2025.
Getting Started & PoE 2 Beginner Tips
Before diving into Path of Exile 2, it's beneficial to familiarize yourself with the game's overarching concepts, strategies to enhance your gameplay, and essential tips to guide you from the start.These guides provide crucial insights into Path of Exile 2, such as maximum level achievable, estimated time to complete the game, microtransaction details, and answers to frequently asked questions. Additionally, they offer beginner tips that are invaluable for new players trying to find their footing.
You'll also find guides detailing in-game options and settings, including optimal PC graphics configurations, basic combat controls like dodging and movement, and other PoE 2 tips to optimize your experience.
Game Information
- Burning Questions, Answered
- All Early Access Supporter Packs & Rewards
- How To Change Character Leagues
- How To Get Points
- Best Stash Tabs to Buy
- How Long to Beat
- Biggest Improvements Over The First Game
- Max Level & Leveling Milestones
- Is There Level Scaling
- How to Claim Early Access Twitch Drops
Controls & Settings
- Best PC Settings For Path of Exile 2
- How To Dodge & Block
- How To Change Weapons In Combat
- How To Bind Skills
- How to Change Movement Input
- How To Link Items To Chat
- How To Hide The Chat
- How To Enable/Disable Crossplay
Beginner Tips For PoE 2
- 10 Beginner Tips
- Where To Buy Scrolls Of Wisdom
- What To Do With Extra Loot
- Best Classes For Beginners, Ranked
- How to Get Gold Fast
- How To Play With Friends
- What To Spend Gold On First
PoE 2 Game Mechanics & Systems
Path of Exile 2 boasts a deep and intricate gameplay system, featuring a multitude of mechanics essential for players to master their builds. While many mechanics from the original game return, PoE 2 introduces numerous new elements that give it a fresh feel.These guides delve into the core mechanics and systems of PoE 2, offering in-depth information about character stats, combat and non-combat mechanics, and the revamped Skills and Sockets systems.
Character Stats & Skill Points
- Character Attributes, Explained
- How To Get More Passive Skill Points
- How To Respec Passive Skill Points
- How To Use The Passive Skill Filter
- Weapon Set Points, Explained
- Spirit Resource, Explained
- How To Increase Spirit
- How To Increase Movement Speed
- How To Raise Max Mana
- Energy Shield Explained
- What Does Accuracy Do
- Best Resistances To Upgrade
Gameplay Mechanics
- How To Fast Travel
- How To Identify Items For Free
- How to Trade
- All Ailments Explained
- What Are Instances
- How To Stun Enemies
- How To Aim Skills
- Armour Break, Explained
- All Crowd Control Effects
- How To Create & Join Guilds
- How Does Arcane Surge Work
- How Do Power Charges Work?
- Death Penalty, Explained
- How Do Herald Of Ice And Thunder Work
Skills, Gems, Jewels, & Runes
- How To Equip Support Gems
- How To Get More Support Gems
- How To Equip & Use Runes
- Jewel Sockets, Explained
- How To Get More Uncut Spirit Gems
- How to Get Raging Spirits
Classes, Ascendancies, & Builds
In PoE 2, Classes are the backbone of your build, each starting at a different point on the vast Passive Skill Tree, guiding you toward synergies that complement their archetypes.With plans for 12 Classes in the full release, the Early Access currently features six. The Ascendancy system, already implemented, allows for powerful, permanent skill trees that enhance the regular Passive Skill Tree.
These guides cover the current six (and eventually 12) Classes, the Ascendancy system, recommended builds for each class, and class-specific strategies.
PoE 2 Class Guides
- Best Classes, Ranked
- Best Solo Class
- How To Swap Mercenary Ammo Types
- How To Summon More Minions
- How Does Aftershock Work?
- How Does Rage Work
Ascendancies
- All Class Ascendancies (& Ascendancy Nodes)
- How To Unlock Ascension Classes
PoE 2 Build Guides
- Monk Leveling Build Guide
- Tempest Flurry Invoker Build
- Mercenary Leveling Guide
- Sorceress Leveling Build
- Rolling Slam Warrior Leveling Build
- Warrior Leveling Guide
- Witch Leveling Guide
PoE 2 Currencies & Gear
In Path of Exile 2, gear is a critical component of your progression. While you can acquire powerful gear through enemy drops, the game also features a sophisticated crafting system driven by various Currencies.These Currencies allow you to enhance item rarity, add or modify gear attributes, and much more. Beyond Currencies, PoE 2 offers other methods to upgrade your equipment. These guides provide detailed insights into the PoE 2 crafting and upgrade system, the array of Currencies available, and strategies for farming gear and acquiring useful items like Charms.
Upgrades & Improvements
- How To Upgrade Item Rarity
- How To Upgrade & Refill Potions
- How to Add Sockets to Gear
- How To Upgrade Armor & Weapon Quality
- How To Reroll Gear Modifiers
PoE 2 Currencies
- All Currency Items & Effects
- How To Unlock & Use Salvage Bench
- How To Unlock & Use Currency Exchange
- How To Find Out Current Path of Exile 2 Currency Exchange Rates
- How To Unlock & Use Reforging Bench
- How To Get Orb of Chance
- How To Get Divine Orb
- How to Get Greater Jeweller's Orb
Gear & Equipment
- How to Farm Gear Early
- How To Get Uniques
- Charm System, Explained
- How To Equip & Upgrade Charms
- Stellar Amulets Explained
- How to Get Ingenuity Utility Belt
- How to Get Hand of Wisdom and Action
Quest & Boss Walkthroughs
Upon full release from Early Access, Path of Exile 2 will encompass six Acts in its campaign, leading to an endgame following Act 6. Currently, Early Access features three Acts, which are repeated on Cruel difficulty to bridge players to the endgame and Atlas map progression.Each Act presents quests, bosses, and narrative progression, culminating in a final boss fight before moving to the next Act. These guides provide comprehensive walkthroughs for the quests and bosses you'll encounter throughout Path of Exile 2.
All Main Quests and Acts
All Permanent Bonuses from the Campaign
Act One
- Where To Find The Devourer (Treacherous Ground Quest)
- Secrets In The Dark Quest Walkthrough
- Where to Find Renly's Tools (Finding the Forge)
- Where To Find Una’s Lute
- How to Beat Draven, The Eternal Praetor
- How to Beat Count Geonor, The Putrid Wolf
Act Two
- Rathbreaker Boss Guide & Strategies
- Ancient Vows Quest Guide
- How to Beat Balbala
- How to Beat The King in the Mists
- What To Do With Golden Idols
- Ascent To Power Walkthrough
- Sisters of Garukhan Guide
Act Three
- How to Use the Sacrificial Heart
- Treasures of Utzaal Quest
- How to Find and Beat Mighty Silverfist
- What To Do With Mushrooms
- The Slithering Dead Quest Guide
PoE 2 Endgame Guides
After completing all Acts in the main campaign and again in Cruel difficulty, players enter the endgame of Path of Exile 2, unlocking a range of new mechanics and activities for continued progression.The endgame is primarily centered around the Atlas system, where players can engage with Maps of varying difficulty within an infinitely-generated overworld. Additionally, Trials can be undertaken to earn Ascendancy points.
These guides offer detailed information on the various endgame systems in PoE 2, including how to access the endgame, Atlas mechanics, and other activities available after completing Cruel difficulty.
Endgame Tips & Mechanics
- How To Unlock Cruel Difficulty & Endgame
- Advanced Tips For PoE 2 Endgame
- How To Get & Upgrade Waystones
- How to Sustain Waystones While Mapping
- Best Atlas Skill Tree Setup
- How to Unlock Hideout
- How To Find More Citadels
Endgame Features & Leagues
- Atlas Of Worlds Guide – Maps, Events, & More
- Realmgate Explained
- Breach Guide – Passives, Rewards, & Tips
- Delirium Guide – Fog Mechanics, Passives, & Rewards
- Ritual Guide – Passives, Tributes, And Favours
- Expedition Guide – Passives, Artifacts, & Rewards
- Burning Monolith Explained
- Trial of Chaos Guide
- Trial of the Sekhemas Guide
Advanced PoE 2 Tips & Other Guides
While mastering the foundational elements and systems of Path of Exile 2 is crucial, some players aim to delve deeper into advanced strategies to fully optimize their gameplay experience.These advanced tips cover aspects that become more relevant in the late or endgame stages. For instance, understanding Loot Filters is crucial when navigating the Atlas, though less so during the campaign, where picking up most items for Gold is beneficial. These guides help you discern what items to keep and what to sell.
Advanced PoE 2 Guides
- How to Get XP Fast (Level Up Fast)
- How to Use Loot Filters
- How to Get Loot Filters on Console
- Sidekick Features & Installation Guide
- How to Use FilterBlade
- Things You Should Not Buy From Merchants
- Things You Should Not Sell To Merchants
- How To Get More Character Slots
