News Archive

The Oriath Mystery Box Concept Art

Sep 19, 2018, 8:10:01 PM
As a follow-up to the Delve League concept art we revealed a couple of weeks ago, we'd like to share more artwork with you. Today we're showcasing several pieces of concept art of the items introduced in the Oriath Mystery Box, including armour sets, weapons and more! Read More.

The Celestial Caustic Arrow Effect

Sep 19, 2018, 12:03:58 AM
We've just released the Celestial Caustic Arrow Effect which replaces the standard effect of this skill with a community-favourite cosmic one. Check out the new effect by watching this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

3.4.3 Patch Notes

Sep 18, 2018, 6:57:39 PM
Last week we published a manifesto about upcoming changes to the Azurite Mine and sulphite. The team is currently finishing work on the 3.4.3 update that includes these improvements, as well as many other changes and bug fixes. We're planning to deploy this patch by the end of this working week. Today you can check out the patch notes while you're waiting for the update. Read More.

The Seraph Portal Effect

Sep 18, 2018, 12:00:21 AM
We've just introduced a new portal effect to the store, the Seraph Portal Effect! This elegant portal is made of twisted branches and is floating in the air thanks to a pair of fiery wings. Check out the video or get yours here. Read More.

Path of Exile Craft Competition

Sep 17, 2018, 8:40:48 PM
Crafting has always been one of the main aspects of Path of Exile. We love seeing the powerful and crazy items that our players craft in the game, so we would really like to see how well you can craft in real life! We're launching a Craft Competition themed around Path of Exile content! The winners will receive microtransactions, signed Path of Exile comics and Chaos Orb T-shirts. The top three winners will be rewarded with the special forum badges, signed Path of Exile print and an opportunity to design a Rogue Exile! Read More.

The Pure Light Shield

Sep 16, 2018, 11:01:12 PM
We've just released the Pure Light Shield! Just as the Ultimate Chaos Shield was designed to complete the Ultimate Chaos Armour Set, the Pure Light Shield is the last missing part from your Pure Light outfit! Check out this shield by watching this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

Grinding Gear Games Staff Overview

Sep 16, 2018, 6:27:36 PM
Over the last few years, the Grinding Gear Games team has grown significantly in size. When we launched Open Beta in 2013 we had fewer than 25 people in our team. We're now up to 120! We thought you might be curious about how many people are filling how many roles so we have written an overview of the GGG team's composition. Read More.

Development Manifesto: Shared Mines and Sulphite Rebalance

Sep 14, 2018, 12:19:58 AM
We have been keeping a close eye on community feedback, and wanted to describe some changes that we are planning to address concerns. The team has outlined some changes we expect to make by the middle of next week in today's Development Manifesto. Read More.

Huge Skill Effect Sale This Weekend

Sep 14, 2018, 12:01:07 AM
We're running a huge sale on skill effects with more than a hundred microtransactions available at discounted prices. Please note that this sale excludes the Shaper Scorching Ray which we released last week. Check out the full list of specials here. Read More.

The Pyre Knight Armour Set

Sep 13, 2018, 9:34:33 PM
We've just introduced a new armour set to the store, the Pyre Knight Armour Set! Designed in the medieval fantasy style, this metallic armour set is engulfed in flames, which makes it a good match to other fire-themed microtransactions. Check out the video or get yours here. Read More.

The Ultimate Chaos Shield

Sep 13, 2018, 12:30:55 AM
We've just released the Ultimate Chaos Shield that replaces your shield with a black and red one, designed in the Ultimate Chaos style. Naturally, this shield perfectly matches other Ultimate Chaos microtransactions from the store. Check out the video or get yours here. Read More.

3.4.2 Patch Notes

Sep 12, 2018, 9:20:17 PM
Tomorrow morning (Friday, New Zealand time) we're planning to deploy the 3.4.2 update with further improvements to the Delve League and several bug fixes. While these are still subject to change, we've prepared the full patch notes for you to check out in the meantime. Read More.

Vaal Architects FFA Showcase

Sep 12, 2018, 6:11:36 PM
Our team loves speculating about the results of putting Path of Exile bosses against one another. We've created two showcases of this in the past with Kaom vs. Daresso and more recently The Unholy Trio. Now that the Incursion League is over, we were curious to see what would happen if we put all the Vaal Architects in one arena! Check out the video here. Read More.

The Necrotic Portal Effect

Sep 11, 2018, 10:23:16 PM
We're continuing the Necrotic theme with the Necrotic Portal Effect! This portal is made of bones, decorated with skulls and glowing with an acid-green light, which makes it a nice finishing touch to your Necrotic outfit. Check out the video or get yours here. Read More.

Delve Video Highlights

Sep 11, 2018, 7:28:16 PM
Since the start of the Delve League our players have been experiencing a lot of amazing moments in the Azurite Mine. Today we'd like to share some highlights from the Delve league with the community. Read More.

Hideout Showcase

Sep 10, 2018, 7:32:23 PM
It's always a pleasure to see our players pushing the limits of creativity not only with their builds, but with unique and cozy hideouts. In today's news post we're showcasing some of the recently submitted hideouts from the Hideouts forum section. Read More.

The Necrotic Hood

Sep 10, 2018, 1:04:30 AM
We've just introduced the Necrotic Hood which replaces your helmet with the hood with poisonous fangs. This helmet skin is a perfect alternative to the Necrotic Helmet. Check out the video or get yours here. Read More.

3.4.1b Patch Notes

Sep 9, 2018, 11:31:05 PM
We're currently deploying the 3.4.1b update that fixes a variety of Delve issues. Check out the full patch notes here, and thanks for your patience while we solved these issues. Read More.

Download the Oriath Mystery Box Soundtrack for Free!

Sep 9, 2018, 8:16:45 PM
A week ago we released the Oriath Mystery Box with 38 new microtransactions inspired by the look of the Templar Guard. Our composer, Kamil, has reflected the theme of this Mystery Box in the soundtrack for its trailer. As is tradition, we're making this soundtrack available as a free download to show our appreciation for your continued support. Read More.

The Coliseum Armour Set and Super Stash Sale

Sep 7, 2018, 12:04:43 AM
We've just released the Coliseum Armour Set! Inspired by the atmosphere of gladiator fights, this highly detailed metallic armour set creates a look of a true victor. Complete your outfit with three new Coliseum-themed helmet attachments which are also available for purchase. Additionally, we're running a sale on every tab of stash tab. Check out the new armour set by watching this video, or get yours in the store. Click here to view the selection of discounted stash tabs. Read More.