Path of Exile 2 Version 1.0 Launches December 11

Grinding Gear Games has officially locked in December 11, 2026 for the full commercial 1.0 launch of Path of Exile 2. The milestone marks the successful conclusion of the game's Early Access phase, transitioning the dark-fantasy action RPG into its complete free-to-play state across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Version 1.0 will deliver the full six-act campaign, dozens of new endgame Atlas map modifiers, deep Ascendancy class specializations, and over 1,500 passive skill tree nodes. The update also officially introduces Swords as a standalone weapon category featuring dedicated skill gems, stance switching, and parry mechanics.

The December launch positions Path of Exile 2 as one of the year's premier action-RPG milestones. Explore more ARPG news and build guides on /news.

Key Takeaways & FAQs

• Category: Release Date. - Date: August 26, 2026. - Source: Grinding Gear Games.

Q: When is the Path of Exile 2 1.0 release date? A: Path of Exile 2 Version 1.0 launches on December 11, 2026.

Q: Is Path of Exile 2 free to play? A: Yes, Path of Exile 2 will be completely free to play upon its 1.0 release.

Regional Impact & Availability For players across Southeast Asia and global markets, digital storefront listings and localized pricing remain available through official platform channels. Readers can explore continuous updates on our /news hub and track launch calendars via /release-radar.

Sources & Further Reading - Grinding Gear Games - Gameforce Asia News - Gameforce Asia Release Radar