Path of Exile 2 Update: Patch 0.1.1 Notes

The latest Path of Exile 2 build is a testament to the developers at Grinding Gear Games (GGG) going above and beyond, delivering an expansive update that significantly enhances the game. Patch Notes 0.1.1 for PoE2 bring a plethora of bug fixes and improvements, which we will delve into in this article, highlighting the key changes across various aspects of the game.

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Table of Contents

• General Changes
• Skill Changes
• Monster Changes
• Endgame Changes
• Other Changes

General Changes

The update kicks off with significant gameplay and interface enhancements. A new League Migrations button has been introduced, allowing seamless character transfers to parent leagues. Strongbox mechanics have seen improvements, with shorter intervals between enemy waves and clearer distinctions between spawned and map-native mobs. A previously existing bug that halted monster spawning has been squashed, and now, once all enemies are vanquished, the fog clears away. You'll also encounter Research Strongboxes more often.

Runes can now be swapped out in your equipment, and armor effectiveness has been boosted. The level requirement for accessing Expedition Vendors has been removed, with equipment rarity now tied to the shop's level, not affecting existing vendors. Minions that fall too far from your character will respawn instantly nearby. Uncut Gems now display their level within the item name, and equipped Charms show the remaining charges. Maps are now safer to enter, with monsters no longer spawning directly at the entrance. Additionally, item pickup has been streamlined, allowing easier collection even while performing other actions.

Performance has been a focus, with improvements in shadow-heavy locations, faster load times, optimized boss fights and visual effects, and smoother gameplay in The Ziggurat Encampment.

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Skill Changes

Skill mechanics have been refined. The Supercharged Slam skill now has a 3-meter radius limit. Scavenged Plating now offers more stacks based on enemy strength. The Vine Arrow skill's description has been clarified to indicate that it only affects enemies upon landing. The Pain Offering skill no longer has an Aura tag, and skills in Meta Gems cannot gain energy. The Lightning Bolt skill, now renamed Greater Lightning Bolt, has been adjusted to reflect its unique source from the Choir of the Storm amulet, with damage mechanics tweaked accordingly.

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Monster Changes

Monster dynamics have been updated. Essence Monolith mobs can no longer use their skills immediately, but their Toughness has been significantly increased. Boss hitboxes have been refined to better align with their attack animations, and spawn rates for certain monsters have been reduced. Energy shields for mobs have been re-evaluated for more enjoyable map clearing. Over 40 visual and attack modifications have been made to various mobs, enhancing the overall gameplay experience without drastic shifts.

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Endgame Changes

Endgame content has been expanded with four new Tower Map areas and an updated Lost Towers Map. The Arbiter of Ash boss fight now offers six attempts, with changes to its skills to enhance the challenge. Map areas now feature checkpoints, ensuring encounters with at least three Rare Monsters per map. Monster balance in various maps, such as Untainted Paradise, has been adjusted to increase enemy presence. Some areas boast more chests, and bosses appear more frequently, though the Waystone drop rate from Map Bosses has been reduced.

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Other Changes

The update also addresses over 70 bugs related to client crashes, quest mechanics, and in-game interactions. Visual effects have been refined, and more than 20 controller issues have been resolved. Over 100 equipment items have been rebalanced for fairer gameplay. Notably, the item Original Sin has been updated from "Chaos Resistance is Zero" to providing +17-23% Chaos Resistance.

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With over 300 changes introduced in this massive update, Patch Notes 0.1.1 for Path of Exile 2 marks a significant step forward. For a comprehensive list of all changes, visit the official Path of Exile 2 website. We're excited about the future updates and eagerly await the release of version 1.0!