PoE 2 Update: Major Enhancements Unveiled with Name Change Feature

Path of Exile 2's latest update, 0.1.1c, addresses several key issues and introduces new features. The Grinding Gear Games team detailed the improvements in a recent announcement.

Here's a summary of the changes:

Bug Fixes:

• Resolved a bug preventing access to the Cartwalker Machine after character transfers from solo league.
• Addressed multiple bugs in local co-op mode where Player 2 could access Player 1's UI elements, such as high-level maps.
• Fixed a bug hindering Player 2's movement between control points in local co-op.

New Features:

• Introduced up to five revival attempts in the Distorted Possessions area, scaling with difficulty.
• Added up to five revival attempts for the Olroth, Source of the Fall encounter, also scaling with difficulty.
• Implemented up to five revival attempts in the Essence of Nonexistence realm, scaling with difficulty. Death before defeating the Host in The Mists now results in revival within the boss arena, restarting the fight.
• Enabled character renaming via the official website, enhancing player convenience.

Despite some initial launch challenges, Path of Exile 2 remains a Steam chart-topper, and Grinding Gear Games continues its commitment to post-launch support and improvement.