News Archive

New Support Gem Reveal - Blasphemy

Nov 8, 2015, 4:08:56 PM
In the past few weeks, we've talked about the new skill Contagion, and about our rework to the Poison system. Today, we're going to talk to you about a new support gem that has been in the works for a long time: Blasphemy. Read More.

Important Announcements Soon

Nov 5, 2015, 5:57:09 PM
Since the release of The Awakening in July, we've been hard at work on some secret stuff. We recently locked down our schedule for when we'll be announcing and releasing the next two major updates to Path of Exile! Read More.

The Flashback Prize Winners Have Been Drawn!

Nov 4, 2015, 7:35:54 PM
The Flashback one-month events have been among our most popular short term events. We really enjoyed watching the community complete these challenges and take on intense mods from previous leagues. In addition to the challenge rewards, there's other prizes to be given out!
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New Skill Reveal - Contagion

Nov 3, 2015, 4:48:01 PM
Two weeks ago we talked a bit about the Poison improvements we are making, but it's not the only Damage Over Time system we're working on in the next content update. Today, we're going to show you Contagion, a new spell that is coming to Wraeclast. Read More.

The Darkshrine Events Have Begun!

Nov 2, 2015, 5:40:42 PM
The Darkshrine Events started a few hours ago. As we mentioned in our previous announcement, we're running a competition where users can submit their crazy experiences in the Darkshrine event. At the end of the event, prizes will be given based on the best submissions! Read More.

Patch 2.0.5 Patch Notes, Soulthirst Race Season Details, Last Day of Halloween Microtransactions!

Nov 1, 2015, 9:00:22 PM
Today we deployed the 2.0.5 Patch which included Eight New Divination Cards, some bug fixes, support for the upcoming Soulthirst Race Season and some new uniques that will be enabled one by one over the next few weeks. Read More.

The Awakening Supporter Packs End Soon - with Video!

Oct 29, 2015, 11:33:22 PM
The Awakening Supporter Packs will stop being sold on Friday the 13th of November. We've made a video to show off the perks of these packs. If you're interested in purchasing one or upgrading your current pack, you can do so here. Read More.

Community Showcase - Cosplay, Music, Videos and more!

Oct 28, 2015, 8:52:55 PM
This week's community content round-up includes a death compilation, a near-death reaction, Catarina cosplay, a Dominus musical remix and a classic piece of fan art.
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Build of the Week: DimenRush's Abyssal Cry Build!

Oct 27, 2015, 6:30:34 PM
This week’s episode showcases a level 84 Scion that disintegrates entire packs at once using Abyssal Cry to create a chaotic chain reaction. This build uses only Unique and Magic items to take advantage of the Hidden Potential unique jewel which offers 25% increased chaos damage per magic item. Read More.

Upcoming Race Season Information

Oct 26, 2015, 11:25:13 PM
We're planning to start the next race season late next week. Today's news post is a summary of some of the changes we're making in this race season, and notes on a few that will be in later seasons. Read More.

Celebrate Halloween with the Witch Hat and Webbed Witch Hat!

Oct 25, 2015, 9:12:41 PM
We've released two new Halloween microtransactions that are available this week only: The Witch Hat and Webbed Witch Hat. The Webbed one features a spider that climbs around the hat while you wear it! They're only available this week - the sale will end on November 2nd! Read More.

Announcing the Five-week Darkshrine Events

Oct 22, 2015, 11:46:50 PM
Today's news post is about the experimental Darkshrine events that we are running from November 2 to December 7. There is both a Standard and a Hardcore event, and they bridge the gap between the Flashback events and the upcoming new challenge leagues. Read More.

2.0.4c Patch Notes and Deployment!

Oct 21, 2015, 9:52:40 PM
We've just deployed the 2.0.4c Patch! It contains significant improvements to server performance, bandwidth usage, lockstep stuttering and disconnections and other bug fixes. Read More.

Build of the Week: Ludvator's Elemental Wand Totem Crit Blast

Oct 20, 2015, 10:52:35 PM
This week's episode showcases a level 83 Shadow in the Standard League that shatters high-level enemies using a pair of ranged attack totems.The character uses the Mantra of Flames jewel to gain damage from its buffs.Read More.

Upcoming Divination Cards: Voltaxic Rift, Drillneck and more!

Oct 19, 2015, 9:43:37 PM
We've prepared another batch of Divination cards for your viewing! This lot of cards includes a corrupted Voltaxic Rift, Drillneck, Surgeon's Flask and more! We expect these cards to be released with the 2.0.5 patch late next week.
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Development Manifesto: Enhancing Poison

Oct 18, 2015, 10:04:31 PM
Rory has written a manifesto post that discusses planned changes to the mechanics of poison and introduce tools to let dexterity-aligned attack characters use and specialize in poison without having to use daggers or a limited set of unique items. Read More.

One-month Flashback Events: Progress and Feedback

Oct 15, 2015, 9:00:32 PM
Today we deployed the 2.0.4b Patch - here are the patch notes. In other news, we've put together some progress statistics for how the Flashback events are going. We're also interested in hearing your feedback on the recent map changes! Read More.

2.0.4b Patch Notes

Oct 14, 2015, 11:43:12 PM
Tomorrow we plan to deploy the 2.0.4.b patch. This patch includes some minor performance improvements and eight new Divination Cards. For more information, check the patch notes. Read More.

Build of the Week: Cast When Damage Taken - Extreme Edition

Oct 13, 2015, 9:24:42 PM
This week's episode showcases a level 86 Shadow in the Standard League that obliterates the contents of high tier maps despite having no active skills. Instead, it triggers its many skills by taking damage from drinking the Doedre’s Elixir unique flask. Read More.

Community Showcase - Jack in the Box, Brutus vs the Ranger and more!

Oct 12, 2015, 8:42:47 PM
We've rounded up a selection of of community submitted content to share with you all. This week includes two fan-made videos, fan art, a poem and a solemnly-themed town hideout! Read More.