Live: 0.5.0 “Return of the Ancients”
Track every update on the road to 1.0
A field guide to Path of Exile 2 in 0.5.x — the major patches, the live class roster, and the tools to plan around them. Builds, DPS, skill tree, and currency, all current.
Early Access · still pre-1.01.0 target Late 2026ExileCon 2026 · Nov 7-8 · Auckland
Early Access · Data 0.5.x
Updates over the years
From the December 2024 Early Access launch to 0.5.0 “Return of the Ancients” — every major patch that reshaped Path of Exile 2 on the road to its 1.0 launch.
- 0.5.0May 29, 2026Live nowReturn of the AncientsRunes of Aldur league
- Martial Artist (Monk) + Spirit Walker (Huntress) ascendancies
- Massive endgame overhaul: 300+ node Atlas, Precursor Fortress, Arbiter of Divinity
- 0.4.0Dec 12, 2025The Last of the DruidsFate of the Vaal league
- Druid class (STR/INT shapeshifter) + 2 ascendancies
- Fate of the Vaal temple-building league; endgame rebalancing
- 0.3.0Aug 29, 2025The Third EdictRise of the Abyssals league
- Act 4 + 3 Interludes replace Cruel; first full challenge league
- Support-gem tier overhaul; async trade; sprinting for all
- 0.2.0Apr 4, 2025Dawn of the Hunt
- Huntress class (spear + buckler); 5 new ascendancies
- 100+ support gems & uniques; Recombinators, Fracturing Orbs
- 0.1.0Dec 6, 2024Early Access Launch
- 6 classes + 12 ascendancies; Acts 1-3 campaign
- Atlas / Waystone endgame; record-breaking GGG launch
- 1.0Late 2026Full Launch6-act campaign, the largest balance pass yet. 0.5.0 is the final Early Access update before the 1.0 launch. ExileCon 2026 · Nov 7-8 · Auckland.
Item Details
Utilize all PoE2 Equipment & Item Data for build planning and technical insights.
Ladder snapshot
What the ladder is playing
Ascendancy distribution across the tracked top ladders.
Latest Updates
Stay informed about the latest Path of Exile 2 patch notes and updates.
Technical Calculators
Plan damage, speed, and currency for Path of Exile 2
DPS Calculator
Compare weapons and calculate DPS increases with detailed breakdowns of all damage types. Input weapon stats and modifiers to see the total DPS.
Manual Mode
Weapon comparison
Support gem integration
Equipment modifiers
Build optimization
Speed Calculator
Calculate attack speed, recovery time, and reload time for different weapons and equipment combinations. Compare dual-wielding setups.
Build Tool
Attack speed analysis
Recovery time calculations
Dual wielding support
Equipment impact
Currency Calculator
Reference orb values and convert between currency types using approximate ratios. League prices reset every few months — check the trade site for live rates.
Reference
Orb reference grid
Ratio conversions
Trade calculations
Value comparison
Game Mechanics
Master Path of Exile 2's deep gameplay systems and mechanics to create powerful builds and dominate the endgame.
Combat System
Master intricate combat mechanics and damage calculations
Status Effects
Learn about ailments and their impact on gameplay
Character Stats
Understand core attributes and defensive mechanics
Ascendancy Classes
Discover and master 23 ascendancies across 8 live base classes, each with their own powerful abilities and playstyles.
23 Ascendancies
Across 8 live base classes, each with distinct playstyles
Build Diversity
Multiple viable builds for each ascendancy
Class Mechanics
Specialized mechanics for each ascendancy
Interactive Skill Tree
Explore and plan your character's progression with our, interactive skill tree visualization system.
Visual Pathfinding
Intuitive node connections with real-time path visualization and optimization suggestions
Stat Tracking
Comprehensive real-time calculations of all character attributes and modifiers
Build Sharing
Generate and share your builds instantly with unique, permanent URLs
Progress Planning
Map out your character's development with level-by-level progression tracking
