Play the Forbidden Rites Event on September 4
During GGG Live earlier today, we revealed our next 0.5.5 update for Path of Exile 2, releasing September 4 at 1 PM PDT! This patch introduces the new event league, Forbidden Rites, featuring 8 new challenges and exclusive rewards, as well as a major Trial of Chaos overhaul and more. We’ll post the patch notes next week, closer to the release.
Duelist Deep Dive
The Duelist is joining the fight in the Path of Exile 2 1.0 Full Release on December 11. Take a closer look at the long-awaited class and weapon type in the video below, which also showcases everything coming in the Forbidden Rites Event next week.
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