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Path of Exile
Action
Adventure
Indie
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Free To Play
Single-player
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
In-App Purchases
Remote Play on Tablet

You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.

Developers: Grinding Gear Games
Publishers: Grinding Gear Games
Release Date: Oct 23, 2013
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 35k

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Very Positive(89%)
depth and complexity
content variety
free-to-play
skill tree
regular updates
gameplay complexity
endgame progression
community support
server stability
learning curve
technical issues
performance lag
steep learning curve
The general sentiment of the reviews reflects a commendation for the game's depth and content variety, praising it as one of the best ARPGs available. However, there is notable criticism of server stability, particularly affecting EU players, which undermines the gaming experience. The learning curve is described as steep, making it challenging for new players, but the community support is often seen as a valuable resource. Overall, players express a mix of frustration with technical issues and enthusiasm for the content and complexity.

Positive Points

  • Path of Exile is praised for its depth and complexity in character progression and build variety. The skill tree offers extensive customization options that keep players engaged.
  • Many players appreciate the game's free-to-play model without being pay-to-win, with monetization primarily through cosmetic purchases.
  • The game offers rich content and regular updates, which are highly valued by the community. It is seen as setting a high standard for ARPGs.

    • Negative Points

  • A significant number of reviews mention severe server stability issues, particularly on EU servers, causing frequent disconnections and rollbacks.
  • Some players criticize the game's steep learning curve and the overwhelming amount of systems that can be difficult for new players to grasp.
  • Technical issues like performance lag and crashes, especially on higher-end PCs and MacOS, are commonly reported.

    • Mixed Points

  • Players have mixed feelings about the game's complexity; some enjoy the challenge, while others find it off-putting.
  • The game's endgame and progression are viewed differently; some find it rewarding, while others see it as a grind.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to other ARPGs, particularly favorably against Diablo, often highlighting Path of Exile's richer content and more complex mechanics.
  • Server issues are a recurring theme across many reviews, affecting the gaming experience significantly.
  • The community is highlighted as both helpful for new players and as a necessary resource due to the game's complexity.
    • Updated 6/22/2025, 12:01:04 AM UTC
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