Path of Exile 2 Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-06-02
Review summary
  • Engaging and fun gameplay
  • Stunning visuals and graphics
  • Extensive build variety
  • Game quality and performance issues
  • Campaign is long and repetitive
  • Crafting system is problematic
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Categories

Action RPGCharacter ProgressionLooterCooperative MultiplayerEndgame ContentSkill Tree Progression SystemCharacter CustomizationDark Fantasy

Emotions

Archetypes

Hardware

Windows 12-15GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAMmixedWindows 8-11GB VRAMmixed

Snapshot History

Positive
Negative
1,844
41%
59%
404
36%
64%
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
81%
Unhelpful reviews
18%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
889
Negative points
1411
Gameplay points
979
Perf. points
238
Rec. points
324
Misc points
1
Point
Engaging and Fun Gameplay
Description
The game is described as fun, engaging, and captivating with solid gameplay mechanics. Players enjoy the overall experience and find it addictive and rewarding.
Importance
26%
Stunning Visuals and Graphics
Description
The game features highly rated graphics, visual effects, and animations that are visually impressive and beautiful. The environments and overall visual presentation are consistently praised.
Importance
23%
Extensive Build Variety
Description
The game provides a huge amount of build variety and customization. The passive skill tree and character-building system are praised for their depth and complexity.
Importance
16%
Satisfying and Impactful Combat
Description
Combat is noted for being smooth, responsive, and impactful. Players appreciate the weight and satisfaction of the combat system, which feels deliberate and challenging.
Importance
16%
Challenging and Rewarding Gameplay
Description
The game offers challenging gameplay with rewarding difficulty. Boss fights are particularly noted for being challenging, engaging, and requiring learning.
Importance
13%
Well-Designed Levels and Bosses
Description
The game has fantastic level design and well-designed boss fights. Locations are beautiful and well-crafted, adding to the overall experience.
Importance
10%
Immersive Atmosphere
Description
The game features a good atmosphere with excellent sound, music, and decor. The style and atmosphere are well executed, contributing to an immersive experience.
Importance
9%
Enjoyable Campaign
Description
The campaign is described as enjoyable, well-made, and fun. Players appreciate the varied and beautiful maps, as well as the well-balanced difficulty.
Importance
8%
Deep and Complex ARPG
Description
The game is praised for its depth and complexity as an ARPG. It offers more depth than most ARPGs and is considered one of the best in the genre.
Importance
7%
Accessible for Beginners
Description
The game is considered good for beginners and accessible. It is described as enjoyable and excellent, making it a great entry point for new players.
Importance
7%
Engaging World and Lore
Description
The world is packed with memorable monsters, unique lore, and fascinating characters. The world-building and character designs are praised for their quality.
Importance
4%
Strong Diablo Vibes
Description
The game is compared favorably to Diablo, with strong Diablo 2 vibes. It is considered a truly excellent Diablo clone and better than Diablo in some aspects.
Importance
4%
Free-to-Play Model
Description
The game is free-to-play with no paywalls, offering optional purchases. This model is appreciated by players.
Importance
4%