News Archive
Initial Bestiary League Problems Now Fixed
Mar 2, 2018, 4:31:51 PM
For the first ninety minutes of launch today, all players ran into a bug where their game client did not properly display any information from your Bestiary book (such as captured monsters, crafting options, notifications of new recipes/captures, etc). We have now fixed this issue, but everyone currently online will need to relaunch their game client one time to get the patch. This post briefly describes what went wrong.Read More.
The Bestiary League Launches Soon!
Mar 2, 2018, 12:27:29 AM
The Bestiary League launches alongside Content Update 3.2.0 very soon! We're very eager to see what you think of the new content and what compelling builds you'll be creating with the new gems and Ascendancy Class revamps. While you wait, this news post contains the information you'll need to know about what happens on launch day and information on how to start downloading early. Read More.
Bestiary: Content Update 3.2.0 Patch Notes
Feb 28, 2018, 3:36:40 PM
Content Update 3.2.0 and the Bestiary Challenge league are only a few days away. If you haven't yet, be sure to check out the official trailer and full announcement. If you're already in-the-know then check out the full patch notes to see all the detailed changes coming to Path of Exile! Read More.
Beastcrafting Rewards
Feb 28, 2018, 12:06:37 AM
The Bestiary League is only a few days away! A significant component of this league is all of the new crafting opportunities that are now available by sacrificing your beasts at the Blood Altar. We've created a video that showcases many of the new crafting recipes you can use in the Bestiary league! Read More.
A Few Specific Balance Changes in 3.2.0
Feb 26, 2018, 4:42:33 PM
Content Update 3.2.0 and the Bestiary Challenge League will be released at the end of the week. We're preparing to post the patch notes within a few days, and have come across a few balance changes that we wanted to talk about in more detail (and earlier than the patch notes, so there's time to explain and discuss them). Read More.
Bestiary Challenge Rewards
Feb 25, 2018, 8:44:48 PM
In the Bestiary League, you will have the option to complete 40 new challenges and earn exclusive microtransaction rewards! At 12, 24 and 36 challenges you will earn the Bestiary Helmet, Bestiary Wings and Bestiary Portal respectively. Completing challenges also grants you pieces of the Bestiary Totem Pole Hideout decoration. Click here to check out a video of the rewards! Read More.
Super Stash Sale
Feb 22, 2018, 9:58:23 PM
This weekend we're holding a Super Stash Sale where we're discounting all Stash Tabs including the new Fragment Tab. By the way, don't forget that we're still offering a free Fire and Ice Mystery Box when you spend points until they leave the store on March 2nd!
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Bestiary League FAQ
Feb 22, 2018, 8:11:46 PM
Last week, we announced the Bestiary Challenge League with a trailer and information page. While these initial teasers were intentionally light on specific details, we understand that our community have many questions about how the Bestiary league works! Today's news post answers many of these. Read More.
New Divination Cards
Feb 21, 2018, 7:13:43 PM
Alongside the Bestiary Challenge League, Content Update 3.2.0 also introduces 9 new Divination Cards. Among other things, many of these cards redeem for Breach-related items! Read More.
[Xbox One] 3.1.4 Patch Status
Feb 20, 2018, 10:00:28 PM
Last week we released Patch 3.1.4 on PC. We have nearly finished testing this patch on Xbox One and we expect to be able to release it to the live realm by the end of the work week. Today's post gives an overview of the status of this patch and what to expect.
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Development Manifesto: Ascendancy Changes
Feb 20, 2018, 8:14:30 PM
Alongside the Bestiary Challenge League, Content Update 3.2.0 includes a significant balance pass over all Ascendancy Classes. We revealed two of those last week, and have another three to show you today, with the rest being posted between now and the patch notes mid-next-week. We have written a Development Manifesto article about the philosophy behind these changes, which includes videos of the three we are revealing today. Read More.
Boss Fight Reveal: Vilenta
Feb 19, 2018, 7:09:38 PM
Alongside Content Update 3.2.0 and the Bestiary Challenge League, we're introducing a new boss encounter in Act 10 - Vilenta. We've created a video to showcase this fight. As a side note, we're currently preparing more information for you regarding the mechanics of the Bestiary League and updates to Ascendancy classes. We hope to post this within a couple of days. Hang tight! Read More.
Skill Reveal - Spectral Shield Throw
Feb 18, 2018, 7:04:26 PM
Alongside the release of the Bestiary League, we're introducing the long-awaited Spectral Shield Throw skill. The skill throws a spectral copy of your shield that shatters on impact, striking surrounding enemies with shrapnel. This is the first skill to use shield defences for damage.
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Announcing Path of Exile: Bestiary League
Feb 15, 2018, 3:00:38 PM
We're proud to announce the Bestiary Challenge League which allows players to hunt and capture dangerous beasts and then defeat them to craft powerful items. This update also features a new NPC, new end-game bosses, dozens of new Unique Items, new Fated Uniques, new skill gems, new storyline quests, revamped Ascendancy Classes and more! Please read the announcement page, watch the trailer and check out the new supporter packs!
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[Xbox One] New Microtransactions - Helmet Skins and Oriath-themed Cloaks!
Feb 14, 2018, 10:08:52 PM
We've just released a collection of new microtransactions, including Helmet Skins and Oriath-themed Cloaks! Press the Menu button in-game to check them out in the store.
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Abyss Packs End Soon - Get a Free Mystery Box When You Spend Points
Feb 14, 2018, 8:17:26 PM
Tomorrow (Friday 9am NZDT) we'll announce the details of Content Update 3.2.0 and its Challenge League. Alongside the announcement we'll release new Supporter Packs which means you only have few hours left to grab your Abyss Supporter Packs before they leave the store forever. We're also offering a free Fire and Ice Mystery Box when you spend points until 3.2.0 launches!
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Hideout Showcase
Feb 13, 2018, 9:23:38 PM
We love that our players continue to create comfortable and amazing-looking hideouts for their Exiles. We've picked some nice hideouts from the Abyss league and want to share them with you while you're waiting for the 3.2.0 league announcement.
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The Press Tour has Finished!
Feb 12, 2018, 7:07:23 PM
We have finished the press tour for our next big release and will announce full details this Thursday at noon PST (Friday 9am NZ time). Keep an eye on your favourite games news sites for more information! Read More.
Winners of the 2018 Talent Competition
Feb 11, 2018, 7:59:13 PM
Last week we concluded the 2018 Path of Exile Talent Competition where players were encouraged to submit their talent using any type of media. It's no surprise that the community has hit this one out of the park, yet again! We're excited to finally announce the winners! Read More.
Wings and Back Attachments Multisale
Feb 8, 2018, 10:00:22 PM
This weekend we're holding a huge sale for all Wings and Back Attachment microtransactions! There are over 40 Wings and Back Attachments available at discounted prices. Check out the full selection of discounts here.
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