Path of Exile's developer, Grinding Gear Games (GGG), has issued an apology for delaying Path of Exile 1's 3.26 update. The update, initially slated for late October 2024, then mid-February 2025, has been indefinitely postponed due to unforeseen challenges with Path of Exile 2's launch.
GGG had committed to supporting Path of Exile 1 alongside the release of its sequel. However, the Path of Exile 1 team was reassigned to address critical issues—crashes and balance problems—within Path of Exile 2's endgame before its December 2024 launch. Game director Jonathan Rogers acknowledged the studio's miscalculation in believing they could simultaneously complete both tasks.
In a video statement, Rogers admitted to underestimating the scope of Path of Exile 2's problems and the time required for its stabilization. He explained that diverting the experienced Path of Exile 1 team was necessary to address the urgent issues in Path of Exile 2, stating, "How could I justify taking some of the most experienced developers we have off PoE2 when it’s on fire?"
The delay extends beyond the initial few weeks of Path of Exile 2's release; the game's post-launch issues demanded immediate attention. Rogers expressed regret for the unforeseen consequences and acknowledged GGG's need to refine its internal processes for managing simultaneous game development. He confirmed that a plan is in place for the eventual release of Path of Exile 1's 3.26 update, but couldn't provide a concrete date.
Path of Exile 2's early access launch on December 6th, 2024, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S was ultimately a success, achieving remarkable player numbers and becoming one of Steam's most played games ever.
AnswerSee ResultsGuidance on character selection, builds (Mercenary and Sorceress examples), resource management (Spirit), trading, and ascension is available for new Path of Exile 2 players.
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