News Archive
What We're Working On
Dec 13, 2017, 7:41:42 PM
It's been almost a week since we launched War for the Atlas and the Abyss League and we've really enjoyed following the community discussion about this update. We wanted to make a post that outlines where Path of Exile is at right now and what to expect in the immediate future in terms of updates. Read More.
Introducing the new Map Stash Tab!
Dec 12, 2017, 3:29:23 PM
Our community have been asking for a more efficient way to store maps for a number of years now. We have finally solved the technical limitations that prevented a tab holding thousands of non-stacking items, and are ready to release the Map Stash Tab! It organises the maps by tiers then by base type, and has a separate sub-tab for each type of map (with shaped and unique ones separate). Check out this video that demonstrates how it works! Read More.
New Microtransactions - Exclusive Abyss Hat, Executioner Armour Set and more!
Dec 11, 2017, 9:19:02 PM
In addition to the War for the Atlas expansion, we've prepared a bunch of new awesome-looking microtransactions for your Exiles. We'll release some of them today, and will continue to release them in the coming weeks. Today we're happy to introduce the new Abyss Brimmed Hat, Executioner Armour set, Atlas Table hideout decoration, and more! Check out all the new looks in the store here.
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New Unique Items Discovered So Far
Dec 10, 2017, 8:55:15 PM
In the War for the Atlas expansion, we introduced 48 new unique items. We revealed some of the uniques before the launch and our players have found more of them over the past two days. We've gathered all of the publicly-known uniques in this news post for your reference.
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The Fire and Ice Mystery Box
Dec 9, 2017, 3:05:20 PM
To celebrate the release of the War for the Atlas expansion, we've just released the Fire and Ice Mystery Box! It contains 38 new microtransactions, each imbued with either a fiery or arctic theme. This mystery box also introduces the very first golem microtransactions! Read More.
War for the Atlas is now live!
Dec 8, 2017, 5:08:23 PM
The War for the Atlas and Abyss Challenge League are now live! We're very happy to see the community so active and engaged in the new content. Don't forget, it's still possible to receive a free helmet skin simply by watching your favourite streamer play Path of Exile! Find out more here. Read More.
War for the Atlas and the Abyss League Launch Soon!
Dec 8, 2017, 2:14:13 AM
The War for the Atlas expansion and Abyss Leagues start very soon! The office is lively with preparations for the launch. We're very excited to see what you think of the new content! In the meantime, this news post has the information you'll need to know about what happens on launch day and information on how to start downloading early. Read More.
Whitelisting of the Trade API
Dec 7, 2017, 4:29:48 PM
We're changing how the trade API works with the release of 3.1.0 so that private "sniping" tools are disallowed. It'll be a level playing field for everyone. This news post goes into the reasoning and details.
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Showcasing New War for the Atlas Gems and Items
Dec 6, 2017, 10:29:19 PM
As you fight in maps that are under the control of either The Shaper or The Elder, you may find rare Shaped and Elder items which can be crafted to have powerful properties that don't normally occur. The War for the Atlas expansion also introduces many new gems and some updates to existing ones. Today's news post showcases some of the new items and the new gem information you'll need to start planning your builds! Read More.
3.1.0 Item Filter and Passive Tree Information
Dec 6, 2017, 7:37:13 PM
The War for the Atlas and the Abyss Challenge Leagues start in less than two days! As usual, we've gathered the necessary item filter and skill tree data to get you prepared. If you're planning to create build guides and item filter for this expansion, today's news post will be useful for you!
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Microtransaction Gifting
Dec 6, 2017, 5:50:13 PM
With the holiday period coming up, we expect some of you might want to give some of your friends or guildmates microtransaction effects, points, or Supporter Packs in-game! Our Support team is more than happy to process these gift requests manually for you, so that you can share the good will these holidays! We're happy to arrange a gift to be received immediately, or if you'd prefer, we can arrange for your gift to be received on Christmas Day! Read More.
War for the Atlas Patch Notes
Dec 5, 2017, 7:27:44 PM
The War for the Atlas expansion is only a few days away and the full patch notes are ready to reveal! That means it's time to start planning your builds and create strategies for overcoming the trials ahead. Check out the full patch notes here. Read More.
Development Manifesto: Content Update 3.1.0 Balance
Dec 4, 2017, 6:41:26 PM
The War for the Atlas expansion launches later this week as part of the 3.1.0 Content Update that includes new items, gems, monsters and more. We will be releasing the full patch notes for this expansion tomorrow but in the meantime we wanted to share a more in-depth look at our thought processes behind some of the changes that are being made. You can check out the full manifesto here. Read More.
Atlas Migration Information
Dec 4, 2017, 2:55:51 AM
We've received a few community questions about what will happen to your Atlas progression in the permanent leagues once 3.1.0 is live. We've taken a moment to detail some information about this and wanted to share it in this quick news post. Read More.
The Abyss League Challenges and Rewards
Dec 3, 2017, 7:04:30 PM
The Abyss Challenge League launches alongside the War for the Atlas expansion that includes many new uniques, gems, enemies and more! As you break ground in the new league there are 40 challenges to conquer for exclusive rewards. Completing 12, 24 and 36 challenges can earn you the Abyss Helmet, Abyss Wings and Abyss Portal Effect respectively. Interested? Check out the full news post to view the challenges! Read More.
Supporter Packs Ending, Stash Sale, Get a Free Mystery Box When You Spend Points!
Nov 30, 2017, 10:03:30 PM
Alongside the Harbinger League and 10-Day Mayhem Events ending early next week, we're also saying goodbye to the Harbinger League Hat, Harbinger League Supporter Packs and the Chaos and Order Mystery Box! It just so happens that we're also hosting a Super Stash Sale this weekend where every type of stash tab has been discounted. To tie all of these events together, we're also offering a free Chaos and Order Mystery Box when you spend points. Read More.
The Enslaver Gameplay Preview
Nov 29, 2017, 6:48:44 PM
In the War for the Atlas you'll encounter four new enemies in the end-game. Once the Elder's influence is large enough, he can manifest in maps himself. As you approach the boss in these maps, you'll encounter The Elder destroying and consuming the map's boss to create an Elder Guardian that you must fight in its place. As a preview, we've created a video that showcases one of these battles with The Enslaver. Read More.
Watch Path of Exile live and win a Helmet Skin with Twitch Drops!
Nov 28, 2017, 4:07:03 PM
Path of Exile has teamed up with Twitch to bring you Twitch Drops! Link your Path of Exile account with your Twitch account, watch your favourite streamer play Path of Exile and you could win one of 22 helmet skin microtransactions! To kick-off this event, ZiggyD is going to be streaming live with senior game designer, Rory to discuss the 3.1.0 expansion, including the design of the Abyss League, new skill and support gems and the War for the Atlas Mechanics!
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New Skill and Support Gem Interactions
Nov 27, 2017, 8:19:09 PM
The War for the Atlas expansion includes a plethora of new gems! These new skills and supports have interesting interactions with each other and with existing skills. All of the new Support Gems unlock new systems and mechanics for skills and our community members have asked many good questions about them! Today's news post focuses on talking in more depth about these new gems and their how they interact with others. Read More.
Upcoming Unique Items and Divination Cards
Nov 26, 2017, 7:19:19 PM
With less than two weeks until the War for the Atlas begins, today we're showcasing some of the unique items and divination cards you'll soon be able to find.
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