News Archive

The Thunderstorm Apparition Effect

Nov 9, 2020, 8:02:00 PM
If you want your Exile to look like a thunderbearer, check out the new Thunderstorm Apparition Effect that creates a dark storm cloud above the head of your character. Watch this video or get yours here. Read More.

Divination Card Stories - The Fool

Nov 9, 2020, 4:05:14 PM
In the second entry to our series revealing the backstories of supporter's Divination Card designs, we asked Jmatt to talk about the friendly rivalry that culminated in his Divination Card - The Fool. Read More.

New Pets - Corgi, Cats, Rabbits and Ducks

Nov 8, 2020, 8:28:48 PM
If you're an animal lover, don't miss out on our new selection of pets. From a loyal Corgi Pet to an extremely cute and fluffy White Rabbit Pet, these 9 new pets are ready to take their rightful place in your hideout. Check out the new pets in this news post or get yours here. Read More.

Hideout Competition Highlights

Nov 8, 2020, 6:01:26 PM
We have even more highlights from our ongoing Hideout Competition to share with you! Check them out by watching this video. If you're working on a hideout for this competition, you only have one week left to finish and submit your entry! Read More.

The Mystic Gate Portal Effect and Super Stash Sale

Nov 5, 2020, 10:05:00 PM
Open a door to another dimension with the new Mystic Gate Portal Effect! This cosmetic effect introduces another option for the portals you create, replacing them with a stone arch with otherworldly visual effects. Watch this video or click here to get yours. In addition, we're hosting a week-long sale on all Oriath-themed microtransactions with more than 50 cosmetic effects available at a decent price. It's also a stash sale weekend where we discount every type of stash tab. Click here to check out the discounts. Read More.

Zizaran's Racing Gauntlet Event Starts on November 14th!

Nov 5, 2020, 4:54:16 PM
This November, community streamer Zizaran is organising a 10-day Racing Gauntlet Event. Racers will compete and earn points by levelling their characters, killing bosses and exploring the depths of the Azurite Mine. This will take place in a Private HCSSF League with all damage mods and increased monster life active. The prize pool is funded by the community and sponsors who teamed up with Zizaran to support this event. Find out more information in this news post. Read More.

The Stygian Shield

Nov 4, 2020, 11:00:00 PM
If you're a fan of the stygian theme, check out the new Stygian Shield! This shield is decorated with intricate patterns and a skull engulfed in blue flames. Watch this video or get yours in the store. Read More.

3.12.4d Deployment and Full Patch Notes

Nov 4, 2020, 5:34:50 PM
We're in the process of deploying the 3.12.4d update that introduces the Stash Tab folders and affinities system, as well as a number of improvements and bug fixes. The full patch notes are available here. Read More.

The Verdant Character Effect

Nov 3, 2020, 9:02:06 PM
The new Verdant Character Effect surrounds your Exile with the beauty of nature. Butterflies and fresh green leaves will satisfy those of you who prefer serene and magical outfits for your characters. Check out this new cosmetics by watching this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

New Stash Tab Folders and Affinities System

Nov 3, 2020, 6:22:04 PM
We are currently in the final phase of testing the new Stash Tab Folders and Stash Tab Affinities systems. If we find no issues during testing, they'll be deployed tomorrow! In the meantime, we wanted to share more information on exactly how they'll work. Read More.

Flaming Head Helmet Attachments

Nov 2, 2020, 8:49:33 PM
If you want your outfit to look hot, check out our new selection of Flaming Head Helmet Attachments! There are 4 cosmetic effects available, each of them envelops the head of your Exile with a vivid flame. Find out more about in this news post or click here to get yours. Read More.

Community Showcase

Nov 2, 2020, 5:34:47 PM
Our players never cease to amaze us not only with their builds but also with the Path of Exile inspired fan art they create. We've selected several entries recently submitted to our forum and social media as well as some Twitch clips that we found entertaining to share with the wider community. Check them out in this news post! Read More.

The Overlord Weapon Skin

Nov 1, 2020, 8:46:11 PM
Feel the power with the Overlord Weapon! This microtransaction replaces the appearance of Swords, Axes or Two Hand Maces with a black weapon decorated with a moving blue eye. Check it out by watching this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

Hideout Competition Highlights

Nov 1, 2020, 5:45:37 PM
Last week we started our Hideout Competition and have already received dozens of awesome submissions! To give you some inspiration, we'll be showcasing some of the entries in the coming weeks. For today's news post we recorded a video with several hideouts submitted by our players since the start of the competition. Read More.

The Jack-o-'lantern Decoration and Guillotine Portal Effect

Oct 30, 2020, 3:00:00 AM
Celebrate Halloween with the Jack-o-'lantern decoration, the most recognisable Halloween feature! If you're looking for something more gory, then our new Guillotine Portal Effect is a perfect fit for you! Both cosmetic effects alongside other seasonal microtransactions will be available in the store until November 15th (NZT) and won't return until next Halloween. Check them out in this news post or get yours here. Read More.

Our Reasoning Behind the 3.13 Launch Delay

Oct 29, 2020, 8:17:22 PM
Yesterday we announced that we are delaying the release of 3.13 from December to January. While many players were supportive, some were disappointed and confused. We are also very disappointed in this outcome, but we see it as the only viable option. Today's post explains more detail about the process that led to this decision. Read More.

The Hallowed Grave and Dancing Skeleton Pet

Oct 28, 2020, 10:01:13 PM
It's about time to decorate your hideout for Halloween! The new Hallowed Grave contains everything you'd expect from a Halloween decoration - glowing carved pumpkins, withered grass and skeletons. Those of you who prefer a good laugh instead of screaming for Halloween might be interested in a new Dancing Skeleton Pet. Its look and funny animations make the Dancing Skeleton a perfect companion for your Exile. Find out more about these cosmetic effects in this news post or get yours in the store. Read More.

3.13 Launch Delayed until January

Oct 28, 2020, 5:09:30 PM
We were previously targeting a launch date of December 11 for our 3.13 end-game expansion. As we discussed last week, our new development methodology gives us confidence that we'd be able to hit this date with a high quality expansion. Yesterday, CD Projekt Red announced that Cyberpunk 2077 will now be released on December 10. We do not want to put our players in a position of having to choose between these two games, so we have decided to step out of the way and delay the release of Path of Exile 3.13 until January. Read More.

Sword Through Helmet Attachment

Oct 27, 2020, 10:12:10 PM
Is there something in your eye? The Sword Through Helmet Attachment, our new seasonal Halloween microtransaction this year, looks especially scary when combined with the Bleeding Eyes effect. Check out the video or get yours before it leaves the store on November 15th (NZT). Read More.

Microtransactions Concept Art

Oct 27, 2020, 7:41:18 PM
We've prepared several pieces of concept art of the cosmetic effects released since the launch Heist. If you liked the Glimmerwood, Temple and Darkwood microtransaction series or if you're interested in seeing the work of our art team, check out the concept art in this news post. Read More.