News Archive

The Void Emperor Character Effect

Sep 17, 2019, 9:33:06 PM
We've just introduced the Void Emperor Character Effect to the store. This cosmetic microtransaction surrounds your character with a maroon and starry mist-like effect with swirling planets. Check it out by watching this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

Blight Concept Art

Sep 17, 2019, 6:42:44 PM
As is tradition, at the beginning of a new league we showcase its concept art. For this news post we've prepared the concept art of Sister Cassia and also included several work-in-progress images to give you a little insight into the development process of the Blight League. Read More.

The Void Emperor Aura Effect and Weapon Skin

Sep 16, 2019, 8:55:39 PM
We've just released two more Void Emperor cosmetic effects: an Aura Effect and a Weapon Skin. The Void Emperor Aura Effect replaces the effect of any aura Skill Gem with a crimson galaxy vortex with red glowing crystals. The Void Emperor Weapon Skin changes the appearance of various weapons to a crystal version that has a built-in cosmic effect. Find out more in this news post or click here to get yours. Read More.

More ExileCon Information - Race Finals, Developer Presentations, Merchandise and More

Sep 16, 2019, 6:55:41 PM
ExileCon, the first official Path of Exile convention, is now just two months away! Today's news post includes information about a lot of different topics, from the prizes of the race finals and a list of planned developer presentations to a preview of some ExileCon merchandise! Read More.

The Void Emperor Mine Bundle

Sep 15, 2019, 11:31:10 PM
We're starting this week by introducing the Void Emperor microtransactions, a series of cosmetic effects designed in a crimson and blue colour scheme with a galaxy effect. The Void Emperor Mine Bundle is now available in the store and includes effects for several new and reworked Mine Skill and Support Gems. Find out more in this news post, or click here to get yours. Read More.

3.8.1 Patch Notes

Sep 15, 2019, 9:35:15 PM
Last week we announced the upcoming improvements and fixes to Blight. The majority of them are planned to be released in the 3.8.1 update which is scheduled for this week. While you're waiting for its deployment, check out a preview of its patch notes. Read More.

New Miracle Microtransactions and Super Stash Sale

Sep 13, 2019, 12:00:22 AM
We've just released several new Miracle-themed cosmetic effects, including the Armour Set, Wings and Footprints Effect. Find out more about them in this news post or click here to check them out in the store. It's also a Stash Sale weekend, where we're discounting almost all types of Stash Tabs. Click here to view the selection. Read More.

Upcoming Improvements to Blight

Sep 12, 2019, 6:31:18 PM
Last weekend we launched the Blight expansion, and we're happy that you've been enjoying it so far. Our team has been constantly monitoring your feedback and reports throughout this week and has outlined some things to improve as a result. Today we'd like to give you an update about the fixes and improvements to the Blight League that we're currently working on. Read More.

The Miracle Map Device

Sep 11, 2019, 11:16:30 PM
We've just released the Miracle Map Device, the very first cosmetic effect that changes the standard appearance of your Map Device. This microtransaction replaces the Map Device in your hideout with a new version, decorated with an intricate glowing golden pattern. In addition, the Miracle Map Device has new animations and effects. Check it out by watching this video, or click here to get yours! Read More.

The Delve Stash Tab

Sep 11, 2019, 8:42:41 PM
Ever since the launch of the Delve expansion a year ago and after its implementation as a Path of Exile core mechanic in 3.5.0, we have received a lot of requests from our community to make Fossils and Resonators stackable, as well as to add a special Stash Tab for storing them. With Fossils and Resonators being able to stack in Path of Exile: Blight, we're happy to introduce the Delve Stash Tab that allows you to store each type of Fossils and Resonators in stacks of up to 5000. Check out the video or click here to get yours. Read More.

Future Expansions

Sep 11, 2019, 6:56:20 PM
In the week following the release of a new expansion, many members of the development team shift their focus to designing and creating the next one (while others continue to improve the recently-released league). We have now begun this process with 3.9.0, which will be released in early December. This particular cycle is an interesting one because of the presence of ExileCon (November 16-17), so we wanted to explain how it'll work timing-wise. Read More.

The Salvage Box has been Scrapped

Sep 11, 2019, 12:13:46 AM
Earlier today we released the Salvage Box, a mystery box that ramps up the value of its rewards if you destroy duplicate microtransactions. Community feedback about this feature was intensely negative. We have removed this box from sale. Salvage Boxes that have already been purchased will continue to function until consumed. Read More.

[Xbox One] Path of Exile: Blight is Now Ready for Download

Sep 10, 2019, 5:22:40 AM
The Blight expansion on Xbox One is now ready for download. We're starting a countdown to bring the realm down. We expect downtime to be roughly 1 hour. We're very sorry for all the inconvenience the delay has caused. Thank you so much for your patience! Read More.

The Miracle Portal Effect

Sep 10, 2019, 12:32:19 AM
We've just released the Miracle Portal Effect, the first cosmetic effect in a series of Miracle-themed microtransactions. This effect replaces the standard appearance of a portal you open with a magic tome that is surrounded with mystic golden shapes and symbols. Watch this video or click here to get yours. Read More.

Path of Exile: Blight - What We're Working On

Sep 9, 2019, 6:21:41 PM
It's been three days since the launch of Path of Exile: Blight, and the team has gone through much of the feedback and many of the bugs reported so far. We've prepared an update about some of the issues that we are working on fixing as soon as possible. Read More.

An Update About the Launch of Path of Exile: Blight on Xbox One

Sep 9, 2019, 4:42:23 PM
We’ve run into an issue during the certification process which is currently preventing us from deploying patch 3.8.0. We’re working closely with Microsoft in an effort to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. We’ll update this message as soon as we have further information to share. We are very sorry for the inconvenience! Read More.

The Blight Brimmed Hat and the Celestial Necromancer Bundle

Sep 8, 2019, 10:47:18 PM
To celebrate the launch of our newest expansion, we've just released the exclusive Blight Brimmed Hat. There is also a new bundle of Celestial Skill Effects available for our exiled Necromancers (and all the fans of Celestial-themed cosmetic effects). Find out more in this news post, or get yours in the store. Read More.

How the Blight Launch Went

Sep 8, 2019, 8:36:39 PM
This weekend we released Path of Exile: Blight, and it was one of the smoothest launches we have ever had. We released a small handful of patches and important serverside hotfixes, and our team are working on the remaining issues that have been reported (such as some problems with Blighted Maps). Please report any problems you encounter in the bug reports forum. Read More.

The Carnival Mystery Box

Sep 7, 2019, 4:59:06 PM
Come one, come all! Witness the mysteries and majesty of the Carnival Mystery Box! This creepy circus-inspired Mystery Box contains 38 new cosmetic effects that will leave you gasping for breath. Each Mystery Box costs 30 points and guarantees one microtransaction with value equal to or greater than that of the box. Many of these Mystery Box cosmetics can be combined to create versions of the same designs with an alternate colour, for even deeper character customisation. Check out the full trailer to see what's available! Read More.

Path of Exile: Blight Launches Soon

Sep 6, 2019, 2:23:33 AM
The launch of the Blight expansion is just around the corner! As always, we've prepared all the information you need to know about what happens on launch day and information on how to start downloading early. Read More.