News Archive

Scourge Fan Art Competition

Nov 9, 2021, 3:36:40 PM
It's time for our players to prove themselves not only in slaying hordes of the Scourge creatures, but also in creating pieces of fan art inspired by the content introduced in this expansion. We're launching a Scourge Fan Art Competition which focuses on any content from our current expansion, including The Last to Die, new Skill Gems, Uber Endgame content, Expedition and of course, the Scourge demons. Find out more in this news post. Read More.

New Microtransaction: Direblade Incinerate Effect

Nov 8, 2021, 6:27:42 PM
Burn your enemies to the ground with a new Direblade Incinerate Effect! This cosmetic replaces the standard effects of Incinerate with glorious blue and purple flames. Take a look by watching this video or get yours here. Read More.

Grinding Gear Games is Hiring!

Nov 8, 2021, 3:39:22 PM
Grinding Gear Games is looking to hire Animators, Artists, Designers and Programmers to support the development of Path of Exile and Path of Exile 2, ideally from our office in Auckland, New Zealand (when travel restrictions lift). Find out more in this news post. Read More.

New Microtransaction: Direblade Weapon Skin

Nov 7, 2021, 6:53:00 PM
If you like how purple looks on your Exiles, don't miss out on our new Direblade Weapon Skin! This cosmetic effect replaces the appearance of your Dagger, Wand, Claw, Sword, Axe, Mace, Bow or Quiver with a crystal one which pulsates with a purple energy. Check out how it looks on different weapon types by watching this video or get yours here. Read More.

The Atlantis Mystery Box Concept Art - Deepwater

Nov 7, 2021, 5:03:08 PM
Our recent Atlantis Mystery Box introduced three new different microtransaction designs, united by the mystery of the dark waters of Wraeclast. Today we'd like to share pieces of the concept art from the Deepwater themed cosmetics. Check them out in this news post! Read More.

The Onyx Oblivion Armour Set and Wings - Big Sale on Skill Effects This Weekend

Nov 4, 2021, 11:00:16 PM
The Onyx Oblivion Armour Set introduces a whole new look to one of the popular armour sets. Complete the outfit with the corresponding Onyx Oblivion Wings! Take a look at them here. This weekend we're holding a sale on a huge selection of Skill Effects, so make sure to check your watchlist if you've been waiting for a discount for your favourite Skill Effect! Click here to view the full range. Read More.

Streamer Interview - ItsYoji

Nov 4, 2021, 4:55:37 PM
From his "ACTUAL" Path of Exile trailers to his awesome Path of Exile content on Youtube, you're sure to have come across some of the many types of content produced by ItsYoji! Continuing our series of interviews with community streamers, we took a moment to chat with him about his life inside and outside of streaming. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Oblivion Hood and Onyx Oblivion Hood

Nov 3, 2021, 8:47:16 PM
Add a stylish accent to your outfits with the new Oblivion Hood and Onyx Oblivion Hood. These alternative helmets introduce another option of customising the appearance of your Exiles. Check them out in this news post or click here to get yours. Read More.

Download the Atlantis Mystery Box Soundtrack For Free

Nov 3, 2021, 5:12:58 PM
Like the song of a siren, the soundtrack to our recent Atlantis Mystery Box is mysterious and alluring. It's also now available as a free download. Find the links in today’s news post. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Oblivion and Onyx Oblivion Necromancer Bundles

Nov 2, 2021, 10:58:02 PM
Raise an army of undead in a menacing new style with the Oblivion and Onyx Oblivion Necromancer microtransactions! Take a look at them in today's news or get yours here. Read More.

3.16.0d Patch Notes Preview

Nov 2, 2021, 7:41:29 PM
We are in the second week of Path of Exile: Scourge and are preparing to deploy Patch 3.16.0d which includes a variety of improvements, including the one that affects counteracting modifiers on Scourged Items. We will be releasing this patch tomorrow. In the meantime, we've prepared a preview of the patch notes for you. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Oblivion and Onyx Oblivion Weapon Skins

Nov 1, 2021, 8:52:44 PM
Obliterate your enemies in style with the new Oblivion and Onyx Oblivion Weapon Skins! Check them out in today's news or get yours here. Read More.

Scourge Concept Art

Nov 1, 2021, 3:52:42 PM
The Scourge League is well and truly underway so we wanted to give you a behind the scenes look at the expansion's development! Check out some of the demonic concept art in today's news post. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Oblivion Toxic Rain Effect, Oblivion Weapon Effect and Onyx Oblivion Weapon Effect

Oct 31, 2021, 8:06:05 PM
Style yourself with smoky wisps of death and despair with these new Oblivion and Onyx Oblivion themed cosmetic effects! Check them out in today's news or get yours here. Read More.

Path of Exile's Future Plans

Oct 31, 2021, 3:37:54 PM
It's that spooky time of year and our Community Director, Bex, managed to drop in on a zoom meeting with Path of Exile's senior team members in the middle of brainstorming future plans for Path of Exile. She managed to get a screenshot to leak to the community before the ghosts in her internet disconnected her. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Scourgelord Back Attachment, Hideout Decorations and Weekend Stash Sale

Oct 28, 2021, 11:06:08 PM
This weekend we're running a sale on most Stash Tabs! Plus, you can complete your nightmarish looks with the new Scourgelord Back Attachment and add even more personalisation to your hideouts with the variety of new Hideout Decorations we've just added to the store! Check them out in today's news or get yours here. Read More.

Changes to Rewards in Path of Exile: Scourge

Oct 28, 2021, 9:27:51 PM
Changes to Rewards in Path of Exile: Scourge It's been one week since we launched Path of Exile: Scourge! In addition to the What We're Working On post we shared yesterday, we wanted to describe what's changing about Scourge's rewards in today's patch. Read More.

New Microtransactions: Celestial Tornado Shot Effect and Tavern Hideout

Oct 27, 2021, 9:27:57 PM
If you're after a new style for your Tornado Shot or looking for a new place to hang out with your friends, we've just released microtransactions for you! Check out the Celestial Tornado Shot Effect and Tavern Hideout in today's news or get yours here. Read More.

Path of Exile: Scourge Console Launch and Twitch Rivals Reminder

Oct 27, 2021, 9:04:44 PM
Path of Exile: Scourge has launched on Xbox and PlayStation consoles! Don't forget that tomorrow we will also be teaming up with Twitch Rivals for a Path of Exile: Royale tournament with a twist! You can find out more in this news post. Read More.

Path of Exile: Scourge Xbox Patch Delay

Oct 27, 2021, 5:52:36 PM
Path of Exile: Scourge is set to launch today on console. Unfortunately, there has been a delay in the launch on the Xbox realm due to a series of pipeline issues that were outside of our control. We're still expecting to launch on Xbox imminently but are waiting to hear from Microsoft to get a firm time window for its release. To clarify, we're expecting its release will be within a matter of hours (or less). We're extremely sorry for the delay. We will edit this post once we have an updated timeline for Xbox players. Read More.