Path of Exile is a free-to-play PC online action Role-Playing Game (RPG) set in a dark fantasy world. Playing as one of six character classes, players find themselves banished for their past misdeeds to the dark fantasy world of Wraeclast. There, they will encounter hundreds of species of opponents laden with loot and mysterious artifacts as they explore the abandoned continent.
Players will be able to purchase in-game perks, such as extra victory animations, clothing and special effects. To protect the integrity of the game for all players, Grinding Gear Games has decided not to sell abilities or experience points – ensuring a level-playing field for everyone in game.
Diablo 3, Path of Exile, and Torchlight 2 might seem similar to the untrained eye: they're all action-RPGs about hitting monsters until they explode into goo, leveling up, unlocking skills, and grabbing the sweetest loot. Looking a little closer, however, shows how each one has its own take on the formula, with a special brew of features and a unique ARPG flavor. Here's what they all have in common, and what each does that's unique. Read More »
If fate were to bring Diablo creators David Brevik and Max and Erich Schaefer together once again to craft a dark fantasy action-RPG, I imagine it would play a helluva lot like Path of Exile. The free-to-play loot fest from indie developer Grinding Gear Games wears its inspirations on its blood-drenched sleeve, but this is no mere Diablo 2 clone. PoE takes the hardcore elements that made D2 so deep and elevates them to staggering new heights. Read More »
Soon, action-RPG fans, soon. Next week we will be allowed to walk down the Path of Exile, the hack 'n' slasher from Grinding Gears Games. The open beta begins January 23rd, and they've got a nice little trailer to prove it. Is that really what the skill trees look like? Because oh man, those are awesome. And overwhelming. But mostly awesome. Read More »
Diablo 3 and Torchlight 2 are here and Grim Dawn, Marvel Heroes, Dungeonland, and Legends of Dawn are on the way. If you're an isometric action-RPG fan, gaming life is good. And it will get a whole lot better when Grinding Gear Games' dark, hardcore ARPG Path of Exile enters open beta on January 23. Read More »
The 2012 loot jamboree isn't over just yet. There are still hordes of monsters to slay and pick clean in free-to-play indie action RPG Path of Exile, which is set to enter open beta in December. And as developer Grinding Gear Games just announced, it will offer plenty of high-level play hardcore ARPG fans love courtesy of a massive third Act. Read More »
Release Region: United States
Release Date: January 23, 2013
Publisher: Grinding Gear Games
Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: January 23, 2013
Publisher: Grinding Gear Games
