Path of Exile

Curse of the Allflame Expansion launched on July 24, 2026, introducing a wealth of new content including a challenge league, new Ascendancy class, and an extensive endgame system. This expansion followed the Mirage Content Update, which debuted on March 6, 2026, and introduced significant new mechanics and content.

• New Content: The Curse of the Allflame Voyage Expansion allowed players to embark on perilous sea voyages in search of bounty, expanding the game's world and exploration mechanics.
  • New Ascendancy Class: The Luminary class was added, enabling players to recruit permanent Mercenary allies.
  • New Skill Gems: Introduced several new skill gems, including Holy Hammers, Shield of Light, and Divine Blast.
• Gameplay Changes: A significant overhaul of the Atlas and Mapping System introduced new mechanics, allowing players to access content more intuitively.
  • The Abyss Rework improved enemy interaction and spawning mechanics.
  • Voyage Route Planning required players to strategize their exploration routes, enhancing the game's depth.
• Balance Adjustments: Over one hundred spells received rebalancing to improve differentiation among damage types, alongside various adjustments to Ascendancy classes and mechanics.
• Seasonal Events: The Return of the Ancestors Event began on June 25, 2026, featuring new challenges and gameplay mechanics tied to the Phrecian Ascendancy classes.

Path of Exile: Secrets of the Atlas launched on June 12, 2025, delivering a substantial expansion that introduced a new endgame storyline, three new endgame bosses, and a fresh challenge league. This period also marked the introduction of 19 new Ascendancy classes as part of the Legacy of Phrecia event, significantly expanding gameplay options.

• New Endgame Content: The Secrets of the Atlas expansion added:
  • A new endgame storyline.
  • Three new endgame bosses.
  • A new challenge league.
• Ascendancy Classes: The Legacy of Phrecia event introduced 19 new Ascendancy classes, replacing the previous classes and offering players diverse build possibilities.
• New Systems: The Renown System was implemented, allowing players to gain Renown by defeating Mercenaries, which affected encounters with tougher enemies.
• Gameplay Adjustments: Players can now respec their Ascendancy classes by redoing an Ascendancy Trial, requiring zero points allocated, enhancing build experimentation.
• Seasonal Events: The Zizaran’s Class Gauntlet Event began on July 31, 2025, featuring challenging conditions and modifiers for players to compete against each other.

Path of Exile: Settlers of Kalguur launched on July 28, 2024, introducing an array of new content including a new Ascendancy class, the Warden, and the Settlers of Kalguur Challenge League. This period also marked the launch of three expansions on December 31, 2023, enhancing the game significantly with new gameplay mechanics and features.

• New Content:
  • Warden Ascendancy Class: A new class focusing on Elemental Attacks and Tinctures launched with Settlers of Kalguur.
  • Settlers of Kalguur Challenge League: Introduced resource gathering mechanics and familiar characters.
  • Three Expansions: The expansions Crucible, The Trial of the Ancestors, and Affliction launched together, adding substantial new gameplay elements.
  • New Skill and Support Gems: Several new gems were introduced in Settlers of Kalguur, expanding build possibilities.
• Gameplay Improvements:
  • Endgame Content Enhancements: Significant updates to endgame mechanics, including new encounters.
  • Auto-Battler Style Mechanic: Introduced in the Trial of the Ancestors, adding a new layer of strategy.
  • Couch Co-op Feature: Path of Exile 2 introduced couch co-op, allowing players to enjoy the game together locally.

• Major Balance Changes:
  • Massive Balance Overhaul: Drastic changes were made to Melee Skills, Block, Rage, Warcries, and other gameplay systems on July 28, 2024.
• Seasonal Events:
  • Zizaran's Class Gauntlet Event: Hosted by community streamer Zizaran, this event featured challenging bosses and a prize pool starting on February 2, 2024.
  • Twitch Drops for Affliction Launch: Players could earn exclusive rewards by watching streams during the Affliction launch.

• Quality of Life Improvements:
  • QoL Enhancements in Trades: New features were introduced to streamline trading, such as splitting currency stacks.

Path of Exile: Trial of the Ancestors launched on August 18, 2023, bringing a new league and expansion packed with exclusive cosmetic effects. This year also saw the Crucible expansion debut on April 7, introducing powerful passive skill trees for weapons and a host of new content, including new support gems and unique items.

• Major Content Drops:
  • Trial of the Ancestors League launched on August 18, 2023, featuring new mechanics and exclusive cosmetics.
  • Crucible Expansion launched on April 7, 2023, introducing the Titan's Crucible and new crafting mechanics.
  • The Forbidden Sanctum Expansion launched on December 9, 2022, adding new gameplay features and challenges.

• New Content:
  • Druid Class introduced in Path of Exile 2 during the Trial of the Ancestors expansion.
  • New Support Gems added in the Trial of the Ancestors, enhancing gameplay strategies.
  • 49 Unique Items introduced across multiple expansions, including new unique relics and skill gems.

• Gameplay Mechanics:
  • Crucible Passive Trees mechanics were implemented, allowing players to forge passive skill trees onto weapons.
  • Ruthless Game Mode debuted, increasing item scarcity and difficulty for a more challenging experience.
  • Asynchronous Group SSF Events introduced, enabling competitive play with unique rules.

• Balance Changes:
  • Rebalanced Over 100 Unique Items, adjusting their effectiveness and gameplay impact.
  • Seismic Trap nerfs and various adjustments to skill and support gems to enhance game balance.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Trial of the Ancestors Boss Kill Event engaged players in competition for exclusive prizes, adding a layer of excitement to the league.

Lake of Kalandra Expansion launched on August 19, 2022, bringing a wealth of new content to Path of Exile. This expansion introduced the Ruthless game mode, emphasizing extreme item scarcity, and revamped existing systems to enhance gameplay experiences.

• Major Content Drops:
  • Lake of Kalandra Expansion launched on August 19, 2022, available for free on PC and later for consoles.
  • Sentinel Expansion launched on May 13, 2022, with a console release on May 18, 2022.
  • Siege of the Atlas expansion launched on February 4, 2022, introducing new lore and mechanics.

• New Content:
  • The introduction of the Ruthless game mode announced on October 13, 2022, featuring extreme item scarcity.
  • Four new bosses added in Siege of the Atlas: The Black Star, The Searing Exarch, The Infinite Hunger, and The Eater of Worlds.
  • New unique items and divination cards related to the latest expansions, including the Poised Prism Unique Quiver and various new skill gems.

• Gameplay Mechanics:
  • A revamped challenge system in the Sentinel League offering greater rewards and introducing new unique item skins through Kirac's Vault Pass.
  • Removal of the Archnemesis Mods, streamlining the gameplay experience.
  • The introduction of an Atlas-wide Passive Tree, consolidating skills into a single system.

• Balance Changes:
  • Normalized rare monster encounters and adjusted spawn rates to improve game balance.
  • Various adjustments to Archnemesis modifiers, enhancing the overall gameplay experience by reducing overwhelming encounters.

• Seasonal Events:
  • Numerous events held, including the Lake of Kalandra Boss Kill Event and community-driven challenges like Zizaran’s Class Gauntlet, rewarding top players with unique prizes.

Path of Exile 3.16 Expansion launched on October 22, 2021, introducing a wealth of new content and significant gameplay changes. The expansion, titled Path of Exile: Scourge, added new skills, bosses, and active skill gems, while also revamping key mechanics like the Atlas system.

• Major Content Drops:
  • Path of Exile: Scourge launched on October 22, 2021, bringing a new league and expansion to players.
  • Free Midnight Pact Mystery Box Promotion offered players a chance to receive a free box upon spending in the store until the launch of Scourge.

• New Content:
  • Added new skills and bosses as part of the Expedition expansion and the Scourge expansion.
  • Introduced new active skill gems, including Poisonous Concoction and Tornado.
  • New divination cards and stackable currency items were added, enhancing gameplay variety.

• New Systems / Mechanics:
  • The Atlas was streamlined to four regions, requiring players to defeat only 16 Conquerors instead of 32.
  • The Eternal Labyrinth's access requirements were changed, allowing entry with just one Offering to the Goddess.

• Balance & Gameplay:
  • Major adjustments were made to defensive mechanics, including buffs to Armour, Evasion, and the introduction of Spell Suppression.
  • Numerous updates to existing skills and support gems improved overall balance and player experience.

• Seasonal Events:
  • The Twitch Rivals Event featured content creators competing in a Royale tournament, marking the first live tournament for the game.