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Path of Exile 2's Dawn of the Hunt Update Introduces Huntress Class and Major Gameplay Expansions

Grinding Gear Games unveils details of its first major Early Access update, featuring a new hybrid class, additional Ascendancy options, and significant endgame overhauls ahead of its April 4 launch.

Overview

  • The Huntress, a hybrid melee and ranged class, debuts with 22 unique skills, beast taming mechanics, and elemental spear abilities.
  • Five new Ascendancy classes expand character customization, including Ritualist and Amazon for the Huntress and new options for Warrior, Mercenary, and Witch.
  • Seven new endgame maps and mechanics, such as Rogue Exile encounters and corruption cleansing, deepen late-game challenges.
  • The Tower mechanic receives a major overhaul, introducing dynamic encounters, refined scaling, and interconnected challenges.
  • The update, set for April 4, 2025, marks a significant milestone in Path of Exile 2's Early Access phase, with a full release anticipated later this year.