Path of Exile developers promise long-term support for the original game

Grinding Gear Games intends to continue developing Path of Exile alongside the full launch of Path of Exile 2.

According to Game Director Jonathan Rogers, Path of Exile remains highly popular and consistently ranks among the top three most played games on Steam with each major update. The studio has no reason to end its support. Furthermore, GGG specifically structured its business model so that developing both games remains profitable.

The microtransaction system plays a crucial role: purchased cosmetic items and additional stash tabs are available in both installments. Rogers believes that this approach allows the company to maintain a financial interest in supporting the older game.

The number of Path of Exile players remains roughly the same from league to league, even though the audience is constantly shifting. According to studio statistics, only about a third of the participants in a new league transition into it from the previous one. The rest return after taking a break for several seasons. The developers are satisfied with this model and are ready to support the game for as long as the fans want it.

A third installment is currently out of the question. According to Rogers, they will only revisit that idea if the development of PoE 2 reaches a plateau. The mobile version has also been put on hold: the studio admitted that it is unable to support three games simultaneously.

The next Path of Exile league, 3.30, will launch on November 13, while the full release of Path of Exile 2 will take place on December 11.