Path of Exile 1 Update Delayed Indefinitely Due to Path of Exile 2 Issues

Grinding Gear Games (GGG) has issued an apology to Path of Exile 1 players for the indefinite delay of the 3.26 update. The update, initially slated for late October 2024, then mid-February 2025, has been postponed due to the unexpected challenges encountered with Path of Exile 2's launch.

GGG had previously 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 endgame issues within Path of Exile 2 before its December launch. While GGG initially believed they could return to the 3.26 update in time for its February target, this proved unrealistic.

In a video message, Jonathan Rogers, Path of Exile 2 game director and GGG co-founder, acknowledged the studio's miscalculation. Path of Exile 2, following its delayed release, experienced significant crashes and balance problems requiring immediate attention. Rogers stated that diverting experienced developers from Path of Exile 2 during this critical period was unjustifiable.

The Path of Exile 1 team remains focused on Path of Exile 2 until at least version 0.2.0, with a potential extension of a few weeks beyond that. Rogers expressed regret for the situation and admitted to overconfidence in managing two games concurrently, highlighting the need for improved studio structure and planning. He also stated that a plan for Path of Exile 1's 3.26 update is in place, though a release date remains unconfirmed.

Path of Exile 2 launched on December 6th, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, achieving remarkable success and becoming one of Steam's top 15 most-played games. Resources are currently available to help players choose a class, build characters (including Mercenary and Sorceress builds), manage Spirit, trade effectively, and ascend.

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