News Archive

3.9.2c Patch Notes

Jan 22, 2020, 4:43:49 PM
Tomorrow (Friday NZT) we're planning to deploy the 3.9.2c update with various improvements to the Conquerors of the Atlas and Metamorph content, as well as some bug fixes. While you're waiting for this patch to be released, check out its patch notes in this news post. Read More.

The Titan Weapon Skin

Jan 21, 2020, 9:05:07 PM
We’ve just added the Titan Weapon skin to our store. This ornate weapon skin replaces the appearance of any equipped one or two-handed sword, axe, mace or staff. It also has unique skins for all different types of two-handed weapons. Due to the hefty size of the weapon skin, the intricate patterns featured along its metal work really stand out. To see it in action, check out our video here and if you'd like to, you can purchase it here. Read More.

Talent Competition Highlights

Jan 21, 2020, 6:23:11 PM
The Talent Competition has just begun, and we've already received a lot of good submissions. We'll be publishing the highlights of this competition over the coming weeks. Today we're showcasing some of the entries we've received in the Talent Competition so far. Read More.

Core Supporter Packs Concept Art

Jan 20, 2020, 6:46:01 PM
Last year we released new annual Core Supporter Packs which have been received very well by our community. In addition to exclusive microtransactions and physical items, the highest tier of the current Core Supporter Packs includes a pack of signed concept art prints. Today we've gathered some of the pieces of the Core Supporter Packs concept art to give you an idea of what to expect from these prints. Read More.

[Console] Xbox One Patch 3.9.2b Crash

Jan 20, 2020, 3:16:06 PM
Last night (NZ time) we released Patch 3.9.2b on both console platforms. Since its release, we've discovered that a number of Xbox One users are experiencing a persistent crash that we aren't able to replicate on our testing realms and did not occur in any of our testing prior to deployment. Since the issue is only occurring on the live realm, it's more complicated to troubleshoot. However, the work day in NZ has only just begun and we will continue to work on the problem until we are able to resolve it. Read More.

New Microtransactions

Jan 19, 2020, 10:11:05 PM
We've just released three new unusual pets: the Fire Ball, the Ice Ball and the Lightning Ball. These elemental balls will roll alongside your Exile or happily bounce in your hideout. Check them out in this news post or get yours in the store. Read More.

Remembering ExileCon

Jan 19, 2020, 7:51:28 PM
It's been two months since ExileCon, which became one of the most memorable events of 2019 for us (hopefully for you too!). We've finally managed to go through a massive amount of footage recorded at the convention, and have montaged it into a short video with highlights from the ExileCon weekend. We hope you enjoy it! Read More.

New Microtransactions

Jan 16, 2020, 10:15:17 PM
As a follow-up to the recently released Darkprism microtransactions, we've just introduced several new cosmetic effects in this series, including an Armour Set, Wings and a Portal Effect. Check them out in this news post or click here to get yours. Have a great weekend everyone! Read More.

Creating Game Effects in Path of Exile

Jan 16, 2020, 7:37:43 PM
We're finishing the week with a talk by our senior visual effects artist, Ivan Leong. In his ExileCon presentation Ivan not only explained the role of VFX artists at GGG, but has also demonstrated creating an asset for the Crusader fight live on stage. If you're an aspiring VFX artist looking for inspiration or just want to learn something new today - check out this video! Read More.

Furious Hideout

Jan 15, 2020, 9:23:30 PM
The Furious Hideout is our newest hideout, set in the boss arena of Kaom’s Stronghold. Surrounded by a moat of lava, the hideout offers a great base for red or volcano themed designs. With its Karui carvings featured on the ground and around the lava falls, the hideout also looks great without any additional decorating. To see it in detail you can check out our video, or purchase it here. Read More.

3.9.2b Patch Notes

Jan 15, 2020, 5:39:45 PM
In addition to a big 3.9.2 patch, which was deployed last week, the team has been working on another update with many improvements and fixes. We're planning to release it by the end of this working week. As usual, we have prepared a preview of its patch notes beforehand, so you can get an idea of what to expect. Read More.

Scarab Shield

Jan 14, 2020, 10:06:48 PM
Today we’re introducing the Scarab Shield. This large circular shield with gold trimmings and a rainbow scarab set in its centre makes an excellent standout piece in any collection. Check out our video here to see how it looks ingame, or visit our store here. Read More.

Winners of the Awakener Kill Event

Jan 14, 2020, 5:48:41 PM
The Awakener Kill event, arranged with the huge help and support of Zizaran, concluded yesterday. More than a hundred players have defeated Awakener in the hardest Path of Exile mode possible, as well as achieving the other goals of the event. Today we're ready to announce the winners! Read More.

Demonic Herald

Jan 13, 2020, 9:09:55 PM
Today we have a brand new herald microtransaction, Demonic Herald. It works on all of your favourite herald skills, Herald of Ash, Ice, Thunder, Agony and Purity, replacing each of their effects with a skill appropriate red demonic effect. You can check out Demonic Herald in action with each of the different heralds in our video, or purchase it here. Read More.

Development Plan for 2020

Jan 13, 2020, 4:40:01 PM
A new development year has begun, the holidays are over and our team is back at full capacity. With a busy year ahead, we wanted to give you an update on what the plan is for Path of Exile's development in 2020. Read More.

New Microtransactions

Jan 12, 2020, 9:10:27 PM
We've just introduced a selection of new microtransactions to the store. Two new Assassin Helmet attachments and three Darkprism cosmetic effects provide more options for customising your character's look. Check them out in this news post or click here to get yours. Read More.

Path of Exile Talent Competition

Jan 12, 2020, 4:32:11 PM
Exile, do you have a hidden talent? Can you make Path of Exile-themed content with this talent? Now is your time to shine! We're launching a big all-inclusive Path of Exile Talent Competition! Your talent could be anything from fan art, videos, music, fan fiction, cosplay, baking, crafts, gifs, screenshots, comics, interpretive dance or anything else you can think of! Anything you can create that's Path of Exile-themed is welcome. Read More.

New Microtransactions and Super Stash Sale

Jan 9, 2020, 10:05:50 PM
We've just released new microtransactions, including an Armour Set, Bow and Quiver skin and a Hideout. Find out more about new cosmetic effects in this news post or click here to get yours. This weekend we're also running a Stash Sale with all types of Stash Tabs available at discounted prices. Click here to view the selection. Read More.

Hideout Showcase

Jan 9, 2020, 5:41:50 PM
It's time for another Hideout Showcase! For today's news post we've selected several interesting hideouts created by our players over the past couple of months. We were very pleased to see that many hideout creators have drawn inspiration from the endless cosmic space introduced in the Celestial Nebula Hideout. Check out a selection of the hideouts by watching this video. Read More.

3.9.2 Patch Notes

Jan 8, 2020, 2:42:50 PM
Later this week we're planning to release our first big patch this year. The 3.9.2 update includes various improvements and fixes to some of the known issues. In addition, the patch introduces several changes to the Awakener fight. While you're waiting, check out the patch notes of this update. Read More.