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 futu...

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...

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 l...

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 re...

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 c...

The Druid gameplay reveal looks absolutely INSANE — and we need to talk about it. In Episode 21 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we’re joined by  @dmdiablo4  to break down the latest Druid gameplay showcase, the design direction GGG is taking, and how POE 1 and POE 2 will coexist long-term. We also debate league launch communication, whether Oracle is bait, the value of “avoid death” nodes, the cooles...

Special Guest Captain Lance!

Episode 19 with Blazeworks TV

Special Guest Lolcohol this week! (sorry again for the audio. I hear listening in 2x speed helps)

BIG CONGRATS TO THE CONTEST WINNERS!

Patch 0.4 is almost here—can Path of Exile 2 finally deliver the endgame experience players are waiting for? In Episode 16 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we’re joined by  @TalkativeTri  to talk about what we’ve been up to in the off-season, when POE 2 might fully release, and whether Diablo 4’s upcoming China launch could bring meaningful competition. We also discuss the new Druid, whether GGG can r...

Path of Exile 2’s balance cycle might be too slow — and it’s starting to show. In Episode 15 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, the crew dives deep into the current state of POE 2’s patch pacing, the need for more frequent balance updates, and how player interest shifts between POE 1 and POE 2. We also discuss the Breach rework, leaderboards, endgame improvements, and make more 0.4 release date predicti...

Are Tier 7 maps breaking the balance in Path of Exile 2? In Episode 14 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we are joined by  @FswithFarham  to discuss the current state of the game, the controversy around Tier 7 map farming, and how the POE 2 economy is reacting. We also dive into market manipulation, RMT, rarity testing, and the connection between POE 1 and POE 2 as both games evolve together. Plus, we...

Path of Exile 2 is missing something critical — true chase items. In Episode 13 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we are joined by xTheFarmerx to discuss the current state of the game, the future of chase uniques, and whether the mindset that “everyone should be able to get everything” is hurting the excitement of loot. We also cover tablets, towers, crafting balance, and the economy surrounding async...

In Episode 12 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we are joined by KingKongor to dive deep into Path of Exile 2’s current state. We discuss the grind to level 100, juicing maps, whether the Abyss league might go core, and the need for harder content with better rewards. We also debate instant weapon swap balance, movement speed and Rhoa changes, Ascendancy tuning, and why more players need to be testing...

In Episode 11 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we discuss the latest balance shifts and gameplay updates, including potential Delve leaks for Patch 0.4, the growing gold economy issue, and how rarity on equipment affects loot and progression. We also talk about why scaling skill gem levels feels too powerful, how controllers in POE 2 feel surprisingly great, and why map preparation just isn’t fun righ...

Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.3.1 just dropped, and there’s a lot to talk about. In Episode 10 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we cover the biggest changes in this update—from towers being removed to rare icons disappearing from the minimap, bosses spawning on every map, and much more. We also share what builds we’ve been playing, dive into Ascendancy design and balance, and discuss how these changes will...

Path of Exile 2’s endgame has changed dramatically with Patch 0.3, and it’s time to break it all down. In Episode 9 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we talk about what we’ve been playing, the builds we’re testing, and the overall difficulty of endgame content. We also dive into the big defensive debate of Armour vs Evasion vs Energy Shield, share our thoughts on the new Passive Tree, and discuss how t...

Patch 0.3 brought huge changes to Path of Exile 2—and even teased a secret new class! In Episode 8 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we are joined by  @XTheFarmerX_POE2  as we share our experiences with The Third Edict, deep dive into the new crafting mechanics, and discuss the state of balance. We also talk about the rising Path of Exile 1 vs Path of Exile 2 tribalism in the community and what it mean...

Patch 0.3 for Path of Exile 2 is right around the corner, and hype is at an all-time high! In this special episode of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, we break down the latest updates from recent patches, share our personal league start plans, and debate what actually makes a “top-tier” league starter in POE 2. With The Third Edict coming soon, there’s plenty to talk about!📌 Topics Covered:• Latest upda...

Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.3 brings some of the biggest changes yet! In Episode 7 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, our hosts, ‪@DEADR4BB1T‬ ‪@KallTorak‬ ‪@MisoxShiru‬ are joined by ‪@DarthMicrotransaction‬ as we break down the new passive tree, the new support gem system, major Ascendancy updates, and the nerf to the Giant’s Blood passive node. We also dive into crafting changes and share our league star...

The Third Edict Update for Path of Exile 2 is here, and it’s MASSIVE. In Episode 6 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, our hosts go over the full patch notes and break down every major change in Patch 0.3. From Act 4 and the Abyssal league mechanic to buffs for every class, a complete support gem system overhaul with Lineage gems, asynchronous trade, sprinting, and a full currency rework—this is the bigg...

In Episode 5 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast powered by Mobalytics, our hosts,  @DEADR4BB1T   @KallTorak   @MisoxShiru  , are joined by  @Angormus  to talk all things POE 2. We cover the speedrunning scene, the current state of the Warrior class balance, and the campaign experience—including whether a campaign skip should be an option.📌 Topics Covered:• Speedrunning in PoE 2• Warrior class balance -...

We’re back with another episode of The Path 2 Exile Podcast - Powered by Mobalytics! In Ep. 4, our hosts,  @KallTorak   @DEADR4BB1T   @MisoxShiru  are joined by  @TalkativeTri  as we dive into our boldest Patch 0.3 predictions for Path of Exile 2. From new map layouts and Ascendancy theories to reworks for ailments and elemental damage—we cover it all.📌 Topics Covered:• What we’ve been playing th...

In Episode 3 of The Path 2 Exile Podcast, the hosts,  @KallTorak  ,  @DEADR4BB1T  , &  @MisoxShiru  dive into the latest Act 4 leaks for POE 2! We also discuss the companion system, minion mechanics, and the current state of spectre balance. Whether you're a summoner main or just curious about what’s next, this episode is packed with speculation and analysis.📌 Topics Covered:• New Act 4 a...