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Path of Exile 2 Goes Free-to-Play on December 11
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ExileCon 2026 announcements revealed Path of Exile 2 will go free-to-play on December 11. The game includes new Acts 5 and 6, two new classes, Shadow and Duelist, a new endgame storyline, the Conquerors of Wraeclast Challenge League, and major balance changes. Players are encouraged to sign up for exclusive rewards.
Path of Exile 2 Goes Free-to-Play
Path of Exile 2 will be available for free-to-play starting December 11.
New Classes and Campaign Content
The game introduces two new classes, Shadow and Duelist, along with new Acts 5 and 6 of the Campaign.
Endgame Storyline and Challenges
Players can experience a new endgame storyline and participate in the Conquerors of Wraeclast Challenge League.
Official GGG facts
Official Grinding Gear Games text
- We’re excited to share the Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2 announcements made during the live keynote at ExileCon 2026!
- Path of Exile 2 goes free-to-play on December 11 (PST)!
- Explore the complete Campaign with the new Acts 5 and 6, master two new classes, Shadow and Duelist, explore the new endgame storyline and siege your enemies in the new Conquerors of Wraeclast Challenge League, experience massive balance changes, and much more!
- Sign up for exclusive rewards here !
- Official video: Path of Exile 2: A Return to Oriath | Act 5 & 6 Trailer
- Official video: Path of Exile 2: The Shadow Trailer
Availability
Dates stated in the official text:
- December 11 (PST)
Official videos
Official gallery
What has not been published yet
This official post does not include the full patch notes or balance details. GGG publishes that information in its official patch notes forum. Official patch notes forum
Sources and credits
- ExileCon 2026 Announcements · 6 November 2026 · Grinding Gear Games (official)
- Video: Path of Exile 2: A Return to Oriath | Act 5 & 6 Trailer · official Path of Exile YouTube channel
- Video: Path of Exile 2: The Shadow Trailer · official Path of Exile YouTube channel
- Video: Path of Exile 2: Conquerors of Wraeclast Trailer · official Path of Exile YouTube channel
Images and videos: © Grinding Gear Games, from their official posts and shown with attribution. Text: original summary; the full announcement is at the official source.