Path of Exile 2 Unveils First Major Update for 2025

Overview of Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.1.0f

Patch 0.1.0f addresses various bugs and crash issues to enhance the gameplay experience in Path of Exile 2.
The update resolves specific problems with monster behaviors, character skills, and damage outputs, with notable improvements for PlayStation 5 users.
Grinding Gear Games is dedicated to continuous improvements and actively responds to player feedback through systematic updates.

Grinding Gear Games has introduced its inaugural patch for Path of Exile 2 in 2025, focusing on rectifying several gameplay issues, including those related to monsters, skills, and damage mechanics. This update aims to refine the overall gameplay experience by also eliminating persistent bugs and addressing crash problems.

As a significant addition to the action RPG genre, Path of Exile 2 has generated considerable excitement among gaming enthusiasts, especially as it positions itself against popular titles like Diablo 4. Despite facing server challenges during its initial launch, Path of Exile 2 achieved remarkable success, amassing over half a million players within just two days of its debut on Steam. Since then, Grinding Gear Games has remained committed to fostering player satisfaction through timely patches and resolutions to technical hurdles. The latest update marks a positive step forward in this ongoing improvement journey.

In addition to general bug fixes, Path of Exile 2 patch 0.1.0f specifically addresses an issue with Delirium mist that hindered monster spawns. Players can now expect a 10-second pause on Delirium mist when interacting with Strongboxes, which previously registered only a 5-second pause. Furthermore, upcoming patches are expected to introduce additional enhancements to Strongbox features. Issues concerning Time-Lost Jewels have also been resolved in this patch.

Players experienced various bugs related to character attributes, including one that erroneously boosted mana, energy shield, and other statistics when they altered their maximum life. This patch resolves these discrepancies, ensuring that changes in maximum life via item swaps or level-ups do not incorrectly affect current character stats. Additionally, the update fixes the malfunction of the Rolling Slam ability, which had been negatively affecting its damage output, as well as addressing quests such as the Mad Wolf of Ogham, which some players found uncompletable.

Recognizing that crash incidents persisted post-launch, particularly affecting gaming sessions on the PlayStation 5, this update introduces several fixes aimed at minimizing such interruptions. Specific issues encountered during boss fights and certain skill interactions in multiplayer modes have also been rectified.

As Path of Exile 2 continues its early access phase, continuous enhancements are anticipated as the game develops. Grinding Gear Games shows a proactive commitment to actively engaging with player feedback and consistently improving the gaming experience. With the year 2025 now underway, fans can look forward to further updates and enhancements.

Patch Notes for Path of Exile 2 Update 0.1.0f

Resolved a bug where Rare monsters could inadvertently pause Delirium mist for extended periods, hindering monster spawns when interacting with the Mirror of Delirium. Now, Delirium mist pauses for 10 seconds when opening a Strongbox (previously 5 seconds). Further adjustments to Strongboxes will be implemented in future patches.
Fixed issues where “increased effect of small Passive Skills in Radius” on Time-Lost Jewels was improperly influenced by other modifiers, such as The Adorned Unique Jewel.
Addressed bugs where altering maximum life, energy shield, or mana through equipment changes caused inflated stats.
Corrected a bug that erased overcapped life from Life Remnants when maximum life adjustments took place.
Fixed misalignment issues with Zalmarath, the Colossus’ knife attack projectiles.
Resolved an issue preventing aftershocks from dealing damage in Rolling Slam.
Corrected bugs preventing Ritual Altars from activating correctly.
Fixed a bug where Xesht, We That Are One, could repetitively throw attacks.
Resolved an issue that made the Mad Wolf of Ogham quest uncompletable when entering Act 2 by alternative means.
Fixed an oversight where some Precursor Tablet modifier descriptions would not appear over Maps in the vicinity of the completed Tower.
Addressed a client crash that could occur after entering Demon Form while fighting Zarokh, the Temporal.
Resolved a client crash that could manifest with Fiery Death Support during party gameplay.
Fixed a client crash issue specifically for PlayStation 5 users.