Path of Exile 2 will get new classes, Atlas automation, and the ability to assemble an army to conquer castles — teasers for the full version of the game

The developers are preparing a vast amount of new content.

Grinding Gear Games held a showcase dedicated to the future of Path of Exile 2. The developers detailed new features coming to the full version of the game and shared several teasers.

With the update, Path of Exile 2 will conclude its storyline by adding Acts 5 and 6: “Return to Oriath, ravaged by countless disasters. Fight your way through the awaiting horrors and put an end to the Twilight Order and the Beast once and for all.”

Across Acts 5 and 6, a total of 24 areas will be introduced for exploration — from filthy slums to the temple district and the grand arena. The developers promise that something unique can be found in each of these locations.

Players will be able to battle 18 new unique bosses, as well as take part in more than 20 new encounters with named rare monsters. In addition, the Shadow class will appear, introducing a new “stealth” mechanic to PoE 2.

While in “stealth”, monsters cannot see the hero until they get right next to them. Remaining in the shadows also empowers dagger skills, granting them a number of additional bonuses, from triggering poison explosions to creating shadow clones that distract enemies.

The Shadow can use not only daggers, but also a new weapon type — “traps”. Each trap can interact with at least three others in a unique way, opening up a wide variety of possible combinations.

In addition, the Duelist class will become available. The game will introduce a new “stances” mechanic that the Duelist uses in combat:

In the “Conquerors of Wraeclast” league, players will be invited to explore a new endgame storyline and prevent the awakening of the ancient Blood Lord. Players will be able to assemble their own army, erect their own fortress, and conquer castles.

Inside castle treasuries, players will be able to find not only heaps of gold and useful items, but also a new type of crafting material that allows you to reforge your gear. It is used to replace unwanted modifiers with random fractured modifiers, which then remain on the item even through further crafting.

Atlas automation will also be introduced. Players will be able to assign a squad and waystones to a commander, who will then dispatch their army to clear maps and collect rewards. Up to three commanders can be hired in total to explore the Atlas, complete towers, or hunt for specific rewards using tablets.

The Path of Exile 2 update promo page is available at the following link. The release is expected on December 11, 2026.