Path of Exile 2 Developers Address Backlash Over Dawn of the Hunt Update

Grinding Gear Games outlines fixes and adjustments to address player complaints about pacing, balance, and level design in the early access update.

The Dawn of the Hunt update, released on April 4, 2025, has faced widespread criticism for gameplay balance issues, particularly with the new Huntress class and pacing problems.
Grinding Gear Games has acknowledged the backlash and committed to implementing fixes, including reducing monster health and improving underperforming skills.
Developers are focusing on redesigning Act 3 areas to address complaints about oversized levels and lengthy clear times, with changes expected in the coming days.
Specific adjustments include reducing area sizes, removing dead ends, and streamlining navigation to improve pacing and player experience.
Despite ongoing tweaks, players remain dissatisfied, with some describing the game as overly punishing and unrewarding, raising concerns about maintaining its challenging design philosophy.