News Archive
Synthesis Patch Notes, Item Filter and Passive Tree Information
Mar 5, 2019, 7:51:50 PM
We've just published the full patch notes for Path of Exile: Synthesis! We've also compiled all of the Passive Tree and Item Filter information you'll need to be prepared for the Synthesis launch this weekend!
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Development Manifesto: Balance in Path of Exile Synthesis
Mar 4, 2019, 5:32:15 PM
Tomorrow we're releasing the full patch notes for Path of Exile: Synthesis. In the meantime, we'd like to talk about some of the major balance changes we've planned for the expansion and what our intentions are. The team has written a Development Manifesto to outline these changes. Read More.
Synthesis Challenge Rewards and Betrayal Migration Information
Mar 3, 2019, 6:40:02 PM
In the Synthesis League, you'll have the option to complete 40 new challenges and earn exclusive microtransaction rewards. At 12, 24 and 36 challenges you will earn the Synthesis Crown, Synthesis Pet and Synthesis Wings respectively. Click here to check out a video of the rewards. Don't forget, the Betrayal League ends in less than 24 hours. Today's news post explains what will happen with its migration. Read More.
Betrayal Ends Soon - Get a Free Mystery Box When You Spend Points
Feb 28, 2019, 10:02:42 PM
Betrayal ends on Monday at 1PM (PST)! Next week we're also saying goodbye to the Betrayal Brimmed Hat and the Fairgraves Mystery Box. Additionally, we're holding a sale on a huge selection of character effects and portals over the weekend. To make this sale even more satisfying, we're offering one free Fairgraves Mystery Box when you spend points.
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New Hideouts and Divination Cards in Path of Exile: Synthesis
Feb 27, 2019, 5:19:53 PM
In Path of Exile: Synthesis we're introducing several new discoverable hideouts. Today we're revealing two more, the Sanguine Hideout and the Divided Hideout. We've also collected a few more divination cards to showcase in this news post!
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Skill Reveals - Purifying Flame, Wave of Conviction and Divine Ire
Feb 26, 2019, 6:18:10 PM
As part of Path of Exile: Synthesis, we're adding a number of new holy-themed spells. These include Purifying Flame, Wave of Conviction, and Divine Ire. Today's news reveals more about these skills and their place in Path of Exile.
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Preview of the Updated Soundtrack in Path of Exile: Synthesis
Feb 25, 2019, 6:34:06 PM
In Path of Exile: Synthesis we're remastering the existing soundtrack of several in-game areas and also adding new music! For today's news post we prepared a preview of some of these tracks. Click here to check it out.
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Skill Reveals - Soulrend and Bane
Feb 24, 2019, 7:13:34 PM
With Path of Exile: Synthesis, we'll be introducing two new Chaos spells: Soulrend and Bane. Additionally, we're planning to improve the chaos spell style by changing some of its interactions and mechanics.
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Update about Path of Exile on PlayStation 4
Feb 22, 2019, 3:37:24 PM
We know many of you are eagerly awaiting a firm launch date for our PlayStation 4 release so we wanted to give you an update about what to expect in the coming weeks. Read More.
Weekend Sale! Discounts to 50 Points or Less!
Feb 21, 2019, 10:00:28 PM
We're discounting a huge assortment of microtransactions by holding a 50 Point Sale! There are more than 150 microtransactions available for only 50 points or less, including Skill Effects, Helmets, Pets, Weapon Effects, Hideout Decorations and much more! Check out the full list of specials here.
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Development Manifesto: Betrayal as a Core Game Mechanic
Feb 21, 2019, 6:01:14 PM
Earlier this week in our announcement of Path of Exile: Synthesis, we mentioned our plans to include Betrayal as a core game mechanic. We've written a Development Manifesto that outlines our plans for its integration.
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Malevolence, Zealotry and Aura Changes
Feb 20, 2019, 6:28:51 PM
Alongside the Synthesis League, we're going to be introducing a number of new damage spells and two new Auras that can benefit them. These are called Zealotry and Malevolence. We've also made a few adjustments to some existing auras.
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Announcing Path of Exile: Synthesis
Feb 19, 2019, 3:10:49 PM
We're proud to announce Path of Exile: Synthesis! You'll encounter Cavas, recover his lost memories and chain them together to reach valuable rewards, new boss fights and crafting opportunities. This expansion contains the Synthesis challenge league, new items, new gems, a complete rebalance of spells throughout Path of Exile, an integrated version of the Betrayal league and much, much more. Please check out the announcement page, watch the trailer and check out the new supporter packs!
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Skill Rework - Storm Burst
Feb 18, 2019, 7:48:28 PM
Alongside the new league, a huge number of spells are being rebalanced. A few are also receiving mechanical changes, the most extreme changes being to Storm Burst. Today we're going to go over all of the changes it's receiving.
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Upcoming Timelines! Betrayal Packs Ending
Feb 17, 2019, 4:21:21 PM
There are only a couple of days left until we reveal the full details of our next expansion. Today we'd like to take a moment to remind you about the end of the Betrayal Supporter Packs and several upcoming dates to be aware of.
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New Hideout Preview and Super Stash Sale
Feb 14, 2019, 10:00:10 PM
The 3.6.0 announcement is right around the corner! The full details will be revealed on Tuesday, February 19th (PST). In the meantime, we're showcasing another discoverable hideout from the 3.6.0 expansion, the Alpine Hideout. Additionally, we're holding a sale on every type of stash tab. Click here to check out the discounts.
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Community Showcase
Feb 13, 2019, 3:44:17 PM
We always enjoy seeing how Path of Exile inspires players to create fan art. We've gathered a few pieces of the recent creations from our community to share with you, including video submissions, paintings and digital art, and a couple of tattoos!
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Voice Acting in Path of Exile
Feb 12, 2019, 7:03:15 PM
In Path of Exile: Betrayal we introduced 19 new voice actors which was a huge amount of writing and recording work. We thought this would be a good time to get a behind the scenes look at how the process works! Read More.
Streamer Interview - Quin69
Feb 11, 2019, 5:59:36 PM
A few months ago we began interviewing some of our streamers and notable community members. In continuation of this series, we've interviewed Quin69 from our very own New Zealand! Find out what Wanganui's #1 gamer has to say about life as a Path of Exile streamer. Read More.
Bex's Four-Year Community Manager Anniversary
Feb 10, 2019, 5:07:32 PM
Our Community Director, Bex, joined the GGG team almost six years ago, but four years ago today she became our Community Manager. To celebrate this anniversary, she's answering the community's questions about her role and time at GGG! Read More.
