PoE 2 devs unveil more new features in 0.2.0 update. One of them will help clear maps and defeat bosses more easily

The developers of Path of Exile 2 present more new features that the 0.2.0 update will introduce. This time the list includes a quality-of-life type change, more skills, and audio-visual improvements.

Martin Bukowski

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Source: Grinding Gear Games

A major update 0.2.0 for Path of Exile 2 is approaching fast. Grinding Gear Games revealed that it will introduce new Ascendancy classes, unique items, supporting skills, and changes in Towers. The devs, not wanting to dampen our enthusiasm, have now shared more information.

More new features in PoE 2

The 0.2.0 update will introduce a minor yet useful quality-of-life change that will allow us to block the equipment held in our character's hands. In this way, we will be able to use the same items in the first and second set of weapons. The change, while initially appearing small, delighted some players who will use it, for instance, to create distinct sets for map clearing and boss battles.

GGG previously presented 5 support skills, however, they noted that there will be more. Now we have gained insight into two.

  1. Battershout - can be combined with abilities of the "Warcry" type. As a result, their use causes an explosion of physical damage to enemies whose armor has been completely destroyed. However, these abilities don't have the option to destroy the opponent.
  2. Perfection - supports abilities that have the "perfect timing" feature, meaning they are enhanced if cast at the right moment. If we succeed, we will receive a buff called "perfection," which adds 5% damage and can stack up to 3 times.

The last of the innovations revealed today are graphic and audio improvements. Although we didn't receive any sound sample, the developers presented an improved look of the essence, which you can see below.

PoE 2 devs unveil more new features in 0.2.0 update. One of them will help clear maps and defeat bosses more easily - picture #1
Source: Grinding Gear Games

The exact release date for the 0.2.0 update is unknown, but according to the devs, it is expected to launch later this month.

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Martin Bukowski

Author: Martin Bukowski

Graduate of Electronics and Telecommunications at the Gdańsk University of Technology, who decided to dedicate his life to video games. In his childhood, he would get lost in the Gothic's Valley of Mines and "grind for gold" in League of Legends. Twenty years later, games still entertain him just as much. Today, he considers the Persona series and soulslike titles from From Software as his favorite games. He avoids consoles, and a special place in his heart is reserved for PC. In his spare time, he works as a translator, is creating his first game, or spends time watching movies and series (mainly animated ones).