Path of Exile 2 Kicks Off Free Weekend to Celebrate Massive "The Third Edict" Update

Grinding Gear Games has announced an exciting opportunity for players to dive into the world of Path of Exile 2. In celebration of the release of its massive 0.3.0 update, titled "The Third Edict," the game is hosting a free-to-play weekend.

Starting now and running until September 1st, players can experience the early version of Path of Exile 2 completely free across all available platforms: PC (via Steam, Epic Games Store, and the standalone client), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Best of all, any progress made during this free period will be saved, carrying over if you decide to continue your adventure.

Special Rewards for Free Weekend Participants

To sweeten the deal, Grinding Gear Games is offering unique cosmetic rewards for those who participate in the free weekend and complete specific in-game challenges:

• Exile's Hood: Awarded for reaching the Clearfell Camp.


• Exile's Staff: Earned by defeating the Rotting Druid in Gloomthicket.


• Exile's Cloak: Unlocked after vanquishing Count Geonor at the conclusion of Act 1.

These exclusive items are a great way to personalize your character and show off your early accomplishments in Wraeclast.

Introducing "The Third Edict" Update

The star of this event is undoubtedly update 0.3.0, "The Third Edict," which brings a wealth of new content and significant improvements to Path of Exile 2. This major patch includes:

• Extensive gameplay enhancements and a global rebalance to refine the overall experience.


• A brand-new fourth story act, transporting players to the diverse Ngamakaui islands, complete with new enemies and challenging bosses to overcome.


• Three additional mini-acts, further expanding the game's narrative and exploration opportunities.


• The "Abyss's Awakening" challenge league, where players can seal rifts across Wraeclast to earn valuable rewards.


• High-level Abyss content, including 25 new Atlas maps and corresponding events, offering fresh end-game challenges.


• A long-requested sprint ability, available for characters of all classes, enhancing movement and traversal.


• A completely reworked support gem system, promising deeper customization and strategic possibilities for character builds.


• Expanded crafting mechanics, giving players more control over item customization.


• Asynchronous player-to-player trading, streamlining the exchange of items without needing a dedicated vendor.


• A vast array of new skills, items, and support gems, allowing for even more diverse and powerful character builds.

What This Means for Players

This free-to-play weekend offers an unparalleled opportunity for both newcomers and seasoned ARPG fans to experience the evolving world of Path of Exile 2. With a massive content update and significant system overhauls, the game is taking major steps towards its full release. While currently in an early version, Path of Exile 2 is slated to become a permanently free-to-play title upon its official launch, making this free weekend an excellent preview of what's to come.