Path of Exile 2: Tips and Strategies for Beginners.

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Upon entering Path of Exile 2 for the first time, there are many things to learn, which can be overwhelming during the first hours of gameplay. Although early access was delayed due to microtransaction issues, it was finally released on December 6. This game is a dark action RPG that arrives a decade after Grinding Gear Games' success with their first title in the series. Both new players and veterans can choose from six different classes, create complex builds, and face challenging bosses. Below are some tips and tricks to make your experience in Path of Exile 2 easier.

Class Selection

When starting your adventure, you will need to select your class from six options. Each class has its own playstyle, skills, and unique builds, so the choice is important and permanent. The classes are:

• Mercenary

  • Weapon Type: Crossbows
  • Main Attributes: Dexterity, Strength
  • Ascensions: Witch Hunter, Gemling Legionnaire

• Sorceress

  • Weapon Type: Staves, Wands
  • Main Attributes: Intelligence
  • Ascensions: Stormweaver, Chronomancer

• Ranger

  • Weapon Type: Bows
  • Main Attributes: Dexterity
  • Ascensions: Deadeye, Pathfinder

• Warrior

  • Weapon Type: Maces, Clubs
  • Main Attributes: Strength
  • Ascensions: Warbringer, Titan

• Witch

  • Weapon Type: Staves, Wands
  • Main Attributes: Intelligence
  • Ascensions: Blood Mage, Infernalist

• Monk

  • Weapon Type: Staves
  • Main Attributes: Dexterity, Intelligence
  • Ascensions: Invoker, Acolyte of Chayula

Eventually, six more classes will be added once the game leaves early access.

Ascendancy Classes

Ascendancy Classes function as special subclasses that you can choose after completing your first trial. Each class has two Ascendancies to further customize your build. Some of the Ascendancies include:

• Mercenary Witchhunter: Specialized in eliminating magical enemies.
• Sorceress Stormweaver: Capable of creating elemental storms.
• Ranger Deadeye: Enhances projectile accuracy and hits.
• Warrior Titan: Increases survivability and damage in combat.

Skills and Passives

Path of Exile 2 offers a wide variety of available skills, from active ones that you equip to passive skills that come from an extensive skill tree. While the tree may seem intimidating, it's helpful to approach it step by step. Additionally, you can reset skill points by speaking with a specific NPC, allowing you to correct mistakes in your choices.

Exploration and Combat

Exploration and combat are fundamental in the game. Players can tackle open areas without necessarily following missions, although these tend to guide them towards enemies and bosses. It is advisable to use the minimap for navigation and to uncover additional content.

Inventory Management

Managing your inventory is crucial, although it can be challenging due to limited space. You can return to town using portals to empty your inventory and sell or dismantle items. The latter option allows you to obtain orbs that can be improved and modified.

Boss Fights

Deaths in boss encounters are common, and learning their attack patterns is vital to defeating them. It is recommended to check the difficulty level of each boss and ensure you are prepared before confronting them.

Social Aspects

The option to play cooperatively with friends is available, allowing for local or online gameplay with a limit of up to six players. You can also trade items between players, adding an additional layer of social interaction and strategy.

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