Sequel to Path of Exile
Task Bar Hero, the latest indie idle game sensation, hit a record 526,596 concurrent players on Sunday, surpassing expectations. Despite this success, the game faces mixed Steam reviews due to bugs, server issues, and controversy over false cheating accusations affecting legitimate players. As the player base remains robust at 513,272, the game's long-term popularity hangs in the balance.
Proton Experimental, enhancing Steam's Linux compatibility, has released updates with fixes for several popular titles. Path of Exile 1 & 2, Guild Wars 2, and the classic Call of Duty (2003) are among the games benefiting from improved compatibility. These updates aim to enhance the gaming experience for Linux users.
Path of Exile 2's 1.0 release is set for before the end of the year, after early November's ExileCon, cautiously avoiding a direct clash with the highly anticipated GTA 6 on November 19. Director Jonathan Rogers acknowledges the unavoidable impact of GTA 6's massive media presence, opting for a strategic buffer. Despite the challenge, Path of Exile 2's dedicated 13-year-cultivated PC fanbase is expected to drive significant excitement around its launch.
Path of Exile 2 is set to achieve Steam Deck verification by the end of May with patch 0.5.0, enhancing its portable playability. This move sparks optimism for a potential Nintendo Switch 2 release, given the game's impending full 1.0 launch this year. Developer Grinding Gear Games hasn't ruled out exploring Switch 2, citing their focus on ensuring a seamless Steam Deck experience.
Path of Exile 2's next expansion launches on May 29, 2026, giving players time to enjoy Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred first.
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Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated ARPG sequel, will enter early access on November 15, 2024, with new classes, bosses, and enhanced mechanics.