Dmitry "blackelvisu" Kirnosov
On April 4th, Path of Exile 2 received a large-scale update called The Dawn of the Hunt, bringing a lot of new content to the game! In version 0.2.0, players will be able to try out a new character, as well as three Ascendancy classes. Additionally, there will be tons of new content in the game, but let's go through everything in order.
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New Class — The Huntress
Let’s start with the headline of Patch 0.2.0 — the new class, The Huntress. Equipped with a spear and a buckler, a small round shield, this warrior belongs to the Azmeri tribe. The new character combines both ranged and melee combat skills, swiftly jumping into battle and instantly dodging enemy strikes. If enemies get too close, the Huntress can throw her spear or block incoming attacks with her buckler, performing a counterattack. The spear and shield aren't her only weapons. She also has control over elemental magic and ally creatures.
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New Ascendancy Classes
In Patch 0.2.0, we received three new Ascendancy. One for the Warrior, Witch, and Mercenary.
- The Smith of Kitava.This is the path of the Warrior who chose blacksmithing and Kitava’s patronage. This character can forge weapons with his own hands that will strike fear into his enemies!
- The Lich. The Mistress of Curses and Chaos. Having exchanged part of her immortal soul for power and control, this Witch uses a Jewel as a Phylactery to wreak havoc among her enemies;
- The Tactician. This Mercenary earned his place in the elite Blackguard unit. Now, he skillfully commands his allies, covering them from the range of a crossbow bolt.
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New Skills
The Huntress brings 25 new skills to the game. But that’s not all! One of the most unusual skills is Raise Spectre, which allows you to capture the spirits of monsters and summon them to fight by your side. And perhaps the most anticipated skill by players is the ability to summon your own mount, which you can ride directly during battles! Also, your pet will be able to assist in combat with mobs if you dismount.
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New Items
Speaking of skills, we should also mention the more than 100 new Support Gems that appeared in the game with Patch 0.2.0. Get ready to modify your builds!
Additionally, over 100 new unique pieces of gear were added to the game. Of course, there are unique spears and bucklers for The Huntress. However, other classes didn’t miss out on the updates either! Plus, for the first time in the game, unique Charms have made their debut.
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New Encounters
The Dawn of the Hunt expansion introduced new encounters. When you come across wisps, be on guard! As you approach, they will start running away, and upon encountering a monster, they will grant it additional strength. But when possessing a rare monster, they will give it new abilities. However, it’s not all bad, as these empowered enemies come with better rewards! You will encounter a total of 12 different varieties of these mysterious lights.
Moreover, you’ll also have random encounters with other Exiles, similar to you — the player. These Rogue Exiles will appear during your explorations and will immediately engage in battle upon noticing you. These fights will feel like PVP, as they are also equipped with items and can use healing potions. However, defeating them will reward you with the loot they carry!
Look out for new strongboxes in the game world — they will pleasantly surprise you! In total, you can find four new items of this type. For example, The Ogham’s Legacy repeatedly resurrects a rare guardian monster. By killing it again and again, you will enhance the final reward. The others also have their own special effects.
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New Maps
In this latest update, the developers have prepared eight new endgame maps for us. Each of them has its own unique features. On one map, you will face rare monsters that never travel alone — their mirror images accompany them! Completing the entire map will reward you with a valuable prize in the form of a ring or amulet. On another map, you will need to activate all the ancient runes to sequentially battle nine bosses. And this is just a small part of the new additions!
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New Endgame Features
Challenge three new bosses and stop the spreading corruption that is overtaking more and more regions of Wraeclast. For cleansing corrupted zones, you will receive generous rewards!
Additionally, the developers at GGG have made significant improvements to the final part of the game. They have greatly simplified some mechanics to prevent the game from becoming a dull daily routine. Most of the changes focus on the towers — one of the key elements in the endgame. There are fewer towers now, but they are much more powerful.
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New League in PoE2 0.2.0
Finally, we wrap up this update by addressing something that concerns many players. Yes, the game now features a new league. The developers strongly recommend that all players, especially newcomers, start playing with new characters in the Dawn of the Hunt league with the new economy. Old heroes are still available in the Standard league. You will also be able to reset all your skills on the passive skills tree, as it has been modified. Additionally, you can opt for Hardcore (one life) or Solo Self-Found (no network connections) modes.
Image: ensigame.comOverall, GGG has managed to release a massive update packed with new content. This is the first patch to add a new class, as well as three new Ascendancy classes! However, along with these changes, the game has also undergone many adjustments that affected the established balance. Many builds were broken, which caused dissatisfaction among some players. And of course, we can understand their frustration! But let’s not forget that the game is still in early access and is essentially still under development, meaning that when playing an unfinished product, we should be prepared for any changes.
Nevertheless, we wish you an enjoyable experience and good luck exploring the new content!
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