Path of Exile 2: Full Release

Path of Exile 2 reaches version 1.0 on December 11, 2026, bringing its Early Access period, which began in December 2024, to an end. The full release will also move the game to a free-to-play model, allowing players to access the experience on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S without purchasing Early Access. Grinding Gear Games has confirmed additional campaign content, the new Duelist class and sword weapon type, together with a major balance update. The release date is confirmed, but the exact launch time has not yet been officially announced.

A New Stage for Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2 is an action RPG combining real-time combat, dungeon exploration and deep character building. Version 1.0 represents the culmination of its open development period and brings the experience built during Early Access into a complete release with more campaign content, new character-building possibilities and a major balance overhaul.

Free-to-play

With the full release, Path of Exile 2 will move to a free-to-play model. Version 1.0 will be available to players on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, removing the need to purchase Early Access to begin playing.

New Content

Version 1.0 expands the campaign with its remaining acts and adds new playable content. Confirmed additions include the Duelist, a new class built around sword combat, along with the sword weapon type and new possibilities for character building.

End of Early Access

The release marks the transition from Path of Exile 2's open development period into its full version. Grinding Gear Games is treating 1.0 as a new stage for the action RPG, with balance changes and a more complete experience for both new and returning players.