The Path 2 Exile Podcast

With Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2 both in full development, can Grinding Gear Games realistically support two massive ARPGs at the same time?In Episode 26 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we’re joined by  @Raxxanterax  to discuss the long-term implications of GGG running two live service games, how it affects balance cadence, league design, and player trust, and what it could mean for the future of both POE 1 and POE 2.We also talk about build-making philosophy, the economy, the Second Wind private league, mid-league balance changes, the new player experience, the Vaal Temple situation, and how Patch 3.28’s timing could impact POE 2’s development.

Is Omen of Light farming an intended feature—or an outright exploit?In Episode 25 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we are joined by  @787  to break down one of the most controversial topics in Path of Exile 2 right now. We dive into the Omen of Light farming debate, the ongoing Vaal Temple situation, and the broader state of crafting, rarity, and balance in The Last of the Druids league.We also talk about how good build-making feels this league, the role of fracturing orbs, whether POE 2 needs PTRs or a sandbox mode, boss damage reduction, and what parts of the game are desperately in need of buffs.

In Episode 24 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we're joined by  @ZiggyDGaming  to discuss the current state of Path of Exile 2 during The Last of the Druids. We talk about the Vaal Temple’s impact on the economy, whether GGG should nerf it mid-league, the state of build diversity and defenses, and what we’ve all been playing lately. We also cover the the potential for a mid-league patch, private leagues, and community events!

The Vaal Temple situation in Path of Exile 2 has spiraled into a serious problem.In Episode 23 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we break down the Vaal Temple and the controversial Holten “exploit,” why it’s damaging the league, and how it impacts player trust. That said, it’s not all doom and gloom — we also talk about why the league outside of Vaal Temple is actually in a great spot.We dive into recent map streamlining changes, the state of towers, density and monster effectiveness updates, map boss tankiness, and overall build balance, before wrapping up with our Builds of the Week.

The Vaal League has some great ideas—but it’s clearly not landing the way it should.In Episode 22 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we're joined by  @KingKongor  to break down our league start experiences and give honest feedback on The Fate of the Vaal league in Path of Exile 2. We discuss balance issues, rarity problems, armor vs ES viability, broken uniques, density changes, and whether GGG’s communication and delivery are creating trust issues in the community.