Path of Exile 2 is a captivating action RPG currently available in early access, lauded for its profound combat mechanics that draw significant comparisons to franchises like Dark Souls. The game empowers players with virtually limitless opportunities to customize their characters, allowing for a personalized experience as they embark on their adventures in the treacherous world of Wraeclast.
As players navigate through Path of Exile 2, they will undertake a multitude of quests that are essential for advancing the core storyline, which is segmented into three acts currently accessible in early access. In addition to main quests, a series of optional side quests are offered, providing players with valuable rewards including powerful items and permanent upgrades to their characters. These elements significantly aid in the quest to eradicate the seed of corruption affecting Wraeclast.
Overview of Quests and Acts in Path of Exile 2
At present, Path of Exile 2 contains a total of 23 quests distributed across three acts, which include 13 main quests and 10 optional quests. Main quests are critical for game progression and unlocking subsequent locations, while optional quests, though not mandatory, often yield unique benefits such as character stat enhancements or additional passive skill points.
It is noteworthy that although the quest count may seem limited, completing all three acts can be quite time-consuming and offers rich gameplay. Below is a detailed list of quests categorized by acts.
Act 1 Quests
| Quest Name | Reward |
|---|---|
| Reaching Clearfell | Uncut Skill Gem |
| Treacherous Ground (optional) | Uncut Support Gem, 100 Gold |
| Secrets in the Dark | None |
| The Mysterious Shade | None |
| Finding the Forge (optional) | Salvage Bench |
| The Lost Lute (optional) | 2 Weapon Set Passive Skill Points |
| Sorrow Among Stones | The Hooded One NPC, offers respecs and free item identification |
| Ominous Altars (optional) | Choice of a Ruby, Sapphire, or Topaz Charm. +30 Maximum Spirit boss drop. |
| The Trail of Corruption | Uncut Skill Gem |
| The Mad Wolf of Ogham | None |
Act 2 Quests
| Quest Name | Reward |
|---|---|
| Earning Passage | Uncut Skill Gem, 200 Gold |
| The Trail of Corruption | Uncut Skill Gem |
| The City of Seven Waters | Uncut Support Gem, 400 Gold |
| A Theft of Ivory | Uncut Support Gem, 400 Gold |
| A Crown of Stone | Uncut Support Gem, 400 Gold |
| Tradition’s Toll (optional) | 2 Weapon Set Passive Skill Points |
| Ancient Vows (optional) | Choice between 30% increased charm charges gained, or 15% increased mana recovery from flasks |
| Ascent to Power (optional) | 2 Ascendancy Passive Points |
Act 3 Quests
| Quest Name | Reward |
|---|---|
| Legacy of the Vaal | None |
| The Slithering Dead (optional) | Choice between 25% increased stun threshold, or 30% increased elemental ailment threshold, or 25% increased mana regeneration rate |
| Treasure of Utzaal (optional) | Reforging Bench, Uncut Skill Gem |
| Tribal Vengeance (optional) | Choice between a thawing, staunching, antidote, grounding, or dousing charm. +30 Maximum Spirit and Uncut Spirit Gem boss drops. |
| The Trials of Chaos (optional) | 2 Ascendancy Passive Points |
While the current early access iteration of Path of Exile 2 includes three acts, the developers anticipate the eventual addition of three more acts, effectively doubling the gameplay experience. To facilitate a smoother transition into late-game content, players enter Cruel difficulty upon completing Act Three. This feature mirrors a New Game+ system, where players can re-experience the acts with escalated challenges while retaining all collected items and stats from their previous playthroughs. In Cruel difficulty, the quest objectives remain the same, but the rewards are enhanced, offering players higher-level items or alternative base types for the same reward.
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