News Archive
Hideout Competition Highlights
Nov 15, 2020, 7:46:38 PM
We've finished accepting submissions to the Hideout Competition. Over the next few days we'll be reviewing your hideouts and will announce the winners very soon! In the meantime, check out the recent competition highlights in this video.
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GGG is Hiring Quality Assurance Testers
Nov 15, 2020, 6:22:28 PM
Grinding Gear Games is looking to hire additional Quality Assurance Testers to work in our office in Auckland, New Zealand. While we'd love to find a way to accept worldwide applicants, the current situation means that we cannot. Please only apply if you currently reside in New Zealand and are either a New Zealand Citizen or Resident.
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Angels and Demons Microtransactions on Sale This Weekend and the Dragon Apparition Effect
Nov 12, 2020, 10:05:00 PM
Let a mythical creature guard your Exile with the Dragon Apparition Effect! This cosmetic microtransaction summons a graceful blue dragon above the head of your character. Watch this video or click here to get yours. This weekend we're holding a sale for all cosmetic effects introduced in the recent Angels and Demons Mystery Box. There are more than 40 microtransactions available at discounted prices, including the epic Pandemonium Armour Set and the Horse Pets. Check out the full selection here.
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The Arcane Celestial Shield
Nov 11, 2020, 8:37:31 PM
The new Arcane Celestial Shield is decorated with mystic runes and perfectly completes blue and arcane-themed outfits. Check it out by watching this video or get yours here.
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Path of Exile Lore: Questions and Answers - Part One
Nov 11, 2020, 5:32:12 PM
We know that many of our players are interested in exploring Path of Exile lore. Over the years we've seen a lot of fan theories about the world of Wraeclast, from the Harbinger language to the true identity of the Strange Voice. Some time ago we received a bunch of lore questions from the community and asked our narrative designers to shed light on some of them.
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New Stygian Portal Effects - Divine, Demonic, Infernal, Ghostflame and Stormcaller
Nov 10, 2020, 8:28:15 PM
A selection of five new Stygian Portal Effects introduce even more options for customising your portals. These new portals allow you to match your Divine, Demonic, Infernal, Ghostflame and Stormcaller themed outfits with your portal! Find out more about these new cosmetics in this news post or get yours in the store.
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Microtransaction Concept Art
Nov 10, 2020, 4:21:46 PM
We've gathered several exciting microtransaction concepts, created by Yong Yi Lee, one of our concept artists. Check them out in today's news post!
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The Thunderstorm Apparition Effect
Nov 9, 2020, 8:02:00 PM
If you want your Exile to look like a thunderbearer, check out the new Thunderstorm Apparition Effect that creates a dark storm cloud above the head of your character. Watch this video or get yours here.
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Divination Card Stories - The Fool
Nov 9, 2020, 4:05:14 PM
In the second entry to our series revealing the backstories of supporter's Divination Card designs, we asked Jmatt to talk about the friendly rivalry that culminated in his Divination Card - The Fool.
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New Pets - Corgi, Cats, Rabbits and Ducks
Nov 8, 2020, 8:28:48 PM
If you're an animal lover, don't miss out on our new selection of pets. From a loyal Corgi Pet to an extremely cute and fluffy White Rabbit Pet, these 9 new pets are ready to take their rightful place in your hideout. Check out the new pets in this news post or get yours here.
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Hideout Competition Highlights
Nov 8, 2020, 6:01:26 PM
We have even more highlights from our ongoing Hideout Competition to share with you! Check them out by watching this video. If you're working on a hideout for this competition, you only have one week left to finish and submit your entry!
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The Mystic Gate Portal Effect and Super Stash Sale
Nov 5, 2020, 10:05:00 PM
Open a door to another dimension with the new Mystic Gate Portal Effect! This cosmetic effect introduces another option for the portals you create, replacing them with a stone arch with otherworldly visual effects. Watch this video or click here to get yours. In addition, we're hosting a week-long sale on all Oriath-themed microtransactions with more than 50 cosmetic effects available at a decent price. It's also a stash sale weekend where we discount every type of stash tab. Click here to check out the discounts.
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Zizaran's Racing Gauntlet Event Starts on November 14th!
Nov 5, 2020, 4:54:16 PM
This November, community streamer Zizaran is organising a 10-day Racing Gauntlet Event. Racers will compete and earn points by levelling their characters, killing bosses and exploring the depths of the Azurite Mine. This will take place in a Private HCSSF League with all damage mods and increased monster life active. The prize pool is funded by the community and sponsors who teamed up with Zizaran to support this event. Find out more information in this news post.
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The Stygian Shield
Nov 4, 2020, 11:00:00 PM
If you're a fan of the stygian theme, check out the new Stygian Shield! This shield is decorated with intricate patterns and a skull engulfed in blue flames. Watch this video or get yours in the store.
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3.12.4d Deployment and Full Patch Notes
Nov 4, 2020, 5:34:50 PM
We're in the process of deploying the 3.12.4d update that introduces the Stash Tab folders and affinities system, as well as a number of improvements and bug fixes. The full patch notes are available here.
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The Verdant Character Effect
Nov 3, 2020, 9:02:06 PM
The new Verdant Character Effect surrounds your Exile with the beauty of nature. Butterflies and fresh green leaves will satisfy those of you who prefer serene and magical outfits for your characters. Check out this new cosmetics by watching this video or click here to get yours.
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New Stash Tab Folders and Affinities System
Nov 3, 2020, 6:22:04 PM
We are currently in the final phase of testing the new Stash Tab Folders and Stash Tab Affinities systems. If we find no issues during testing, they'll be deployed tomorrow! In the meantime, we wanted to share more information on exactly how they'll work.
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Flaming Head Helmet Attachments
Nov 2, 2020, 8:49:33 PM
If you want your outfit to look hot, check out our new selection of Flaming Head Helmet Attachments! There are 4 cosmetic effects available, each of them envelops the head of your Exile with a vivid flame. Find out more about in this news post or click here to get yours.
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Community Showcase
Nov 2, 2020, 5:34:47 PM
Our players never cease to amaze us not only with their builds but also with the Path of Exile inspired fan art they create. We've selected several entries recently submitted to our forum and social media as well as some Twitch clips that we found entertaining to share with the wider community. Check them out in this news post!
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The Overlord Weapon Skin
Nov 1, 2020, 8:46:11 PM
Feel the power with the Overlord Weapon! This microtransaction replaces the appearance of Swords, Axes or Two Hand Maces with a black weapon decorated with a moving blue eye. Check it out by watching this video or click here to get yours.
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