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Path of Exile

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.

FREE TO PLAYOct 23, 201371,442 playing now
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Path of Exile: price, PC requirements and status

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US Steam priceFREE TO PLAYNo base-game purchase required
PC requirementsOfficial specs listedJump to minimum and recommended specs
Steam players71,442 playing nowReleased Oct 23, 2013

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

DealCheckpoint take

  • Single-player and Multi-player
  • Free to play

What stands out

  • Online co-op is listed on Steam
  • SSD requirement or recommendation is listed

Potential concerns

HORROR SCENES VIOLENCE NUDITY

Solo or co-op?

Steam lists these play modes: Single-player, Multi-player, MMO, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op. Confirm any player-count or online requirements on the official page.

Wishlist if

  • you want online co-op that Steam already lists

Wait if

  • your PC does not comfortably meet the official requirements
Official description

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. Created by hardcore gamers, Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. With a focus on visceral action combat, powerful items and deep character customization, Path of Exile is completely free and will never be pay-to-win. Key Features Freedom. Power. Revenge. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG designed around a strong online item economy and deep character customisation. Path of Exile is set in the dark fantasy world of Wraeclast. Scarred by mysterious catastrophes of the past and inhabited by creatures of nightmare, the very environment challenges exiles who dare explore it. You play as the Duelist, Witch, Ranger, Templar, Marauder, Shadow or the Scion class. From forsaken shores through to the city of Oriath, explore Wraeclast and uncover the ancient secrets waiting for you. Unlimited Character Customization Create and customise hundreds of unique skill combinations from tradable itemised gems and our gigantic Passive Skill Tree. Combine skill gems, support gems and trigger gems to create your own unique combination of power, defence and destruction. All of Path of Exile's character classes share its vast Passive Skill Tree. Starting at one of seven distinct locations dictated by their chosen class, players can focus on the core specialities of their class or travel across the tree to build complex combinations of skills from various disciplines. Scattered across the tree are Keystone passives, Masteries and Jewel Sockets that drastically alter the way a character is played. Armed to Kill Path of Exile is completely designed around items. Our flasks are persistent items that have mods. Our endgame areas can be found as Map items that have mods altering their challenges and rewards. We've gone as far as removing gold as a currency and basing our trade economy around orbs that can randomly reroll the properties of other items. We have carefully constructed our item system for veterans of the best Action RPGs. Explore the Atlas of Worlds The Atlas of Worlds is a series of more than a hundred high-level maps that truly test the limits of your build. As you explore the Atlas, you will eventually unveil its dark secrets and face the most dangerous bosses that Wraeclast has ever seen. In the true Path of Exile way, the Atlas of Worlds has its own Passive Skill Tree. Earn skill points for the Tree by completing maps on the Atlas and create your own unique endgame experience. Deadly Missions In your journey through Wraeclast, you will meet fellow Exiles who seek your help. Capture wild beasts for Einhar, delve into the depths of the Azurite Mine with Niko, explore the secrets of the Temple of Atzoatl with Alva or investigate a mysterious Immortal Syndicate with Jun. This optional content in Path of Exile will reward you with valuable currency, powerful tradeable items and new ways of crafting. Customise Your Hideout ​In your extensive travels throughout the Acts and the Atlas of Worlds, you will discover secret locations swarmed with dangerous monst...

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CAN YOUR PC RUN IT?

Path of Exile system requirements

Official Windows requirements from the Steam store record. Compare them with your PC before you buy or install.

Minimum

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Quad core 2.6GHz x86-compatible
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 Ti or ATI Radeon™ HD 7850
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 40 GB available space

Recommended

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Quad core 3.2GHz x64-compatible
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 Ti or ATI Radeon™ RX560
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 40 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Solid state storage is recommended

SUPPORTED LANGUAGES

EnglishPortuguese - BrazilRussianThaiFrenchGermanSpanish - SpainJapaneseKorean

GAME FAQ

Common questions about Path of Exile

Is Path of Exile free to play?

Yes — Path of Exile is free to play. Optional purchases may exist, but a base-game purchase is not required to start.

What platforms does Path of Exile run on?

Path of Exile runs on Windows / macOS. Check the system requirements below to confirm your PC can run it.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Path of Exile?

Minimum requirements listed on Steam: OS: Windows 10; Processor: Quad core 2.6GHz x86-compatible; Memory: 8 GB RAM; Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 Ti or ATI Radeon™ HD 7850; DirectX: Version 11; Network: Broadband Internet connection; Storage: 40 GB available space.

How many people play Path of Exile right now?

About 71,442 players are in Path of Exile right now, according to Steam's live concurrent player count.

When did Path of Exile release?

Path of Exile released on Oct 23, 2013 according to its official Steam store listing.

PLAY STYLE

ActionAdventureIndieRPGFree To PlayDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

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