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Later this week we are planning to deploy Patch 3.15.3b which contains a variety of bug fixes and other improvements. To give you an idea of what to expect, we've prepared a preview of the patch notes for you!

Please note that the patch notes may be changed prior to their deployment.

3.15.3b Patch Notes

• Improved the visuals of Vorana, Last to Fall’s storm skill to make the outer ring more discernible.


• Improved the description of the Twice Tempted Atlas Passive to more accurately reflect its functionality.


• Fixed a bug where the Flask Enchantment to reuse a Flask at the end of its effect could reuse a Flask multiple times.


• Fixed a bug where additional Physical Damage reduction could cause Armour to provid...

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There's magic in the air with the dazzling new Flutter of Butterflies Apparition Effect! This cosmetic effect swirls around your Exile in a kaleidoscope of spectacular butterflies! Witness the majesty below or get yours here.



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Just under a week remains for our Hideout Competition! We've loved looking through your entries and have selected a few more to show off in today's news post. Check them out in the video below!



We hope these highlights have inspired you! For more information on the Hideout Competition, you can find the original thread ... Read more

Call upon the storms with the new Stormcult Shock Nova Effect! Check it out in the video below, or get yours here.



Complete your look with the Revenant Armour Set. Chec... Read more

In case you missed it, the recording from Chris Wilson's interview with community streamers GhazzyTV, Grimro and ... Read more

This weekend, we're having a sale on Weapon and Shield Effects! You can view the full selection of discounted cosmetic effects here. The sale ends at Sep 07, 2021 12:00 AM (EDT) (this is displayed in your local time).

Also, pick the perfect apparel with the new Purple Pyre Knight Armour Set! Sneak a peek below, or get yours ... Read more

On Sept 11th PDT, community streamer Zizaran is organising a 10-day Class Gauntlet Event. Racers will compete and earn points by leveling characters, killing bosses and delving to see how all of the classes fare in some of Path of Exile's most difficult encounters. The event will take place as a Hardcore Solo Self-Found Event League provided by us with a range of damage and life mods active. The prize pool is funded by the community and Zizaran's Event Partner.

Information, Start Time and How to Join

The event will have Increased Monster Damage, Monster Life, Monster Speed, Monster Elemental Damage, Reduced Player Resistances as well as the return of Additional Monster Projectiles. As with last Gauntlet, we have created this as an Event League that is available to all players. To join, simply log in on the ... Read more

Get hooked on your look with the new Stygian Chain Hook Effect! This cosmetic effect replaces the regular look of the skill with a Stygian chain that creates a flash of black smoke and blue flames on impact. Check it out below or get yours here.



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Community streamer ThisIsBadger's Dark Ages private league has concluded, and we thought we'd share a few highlights of some awesome moments! Check them out below!

Cover yourself in a raging sea of stars with the new Void Emperor Arcane Cloak Effect! This cosmetic effect replaces the regular look of the skill with a dark celestial shimmer with a glowing red star placed at your feet when cast. Catch it in action below or get yours here.



Become a true emperor of the void with the matching Void Emperor ... Read more

In the recent Baeclast Podcast with Chris Wilson, we asked for people to email us with their feedback about what improvements we could make to Path of Exile to support our colourblind players. We received a lot of helpful insight and are appreciative of everyone who contacted us about this. One of the key pieces of feedback was that while it has been helpful for us to try to modify colours to look distinct from each other, the most effective method is to also ensure that there is a clear difference in shape between elements.

One of the first changes we're making based on this feedback is to add notches to gem sockets that indicate what colour they are. These notches correspond to the layout of the passive skill tree. For example, the blue socket notch points upward to represent the Intelligence area at the top of the p... Read more

Inspire dread amongst your enemies with the new Dreadspire Character Effect. Check it out below or get yours here.



Complete your fearsome look with the Dreadspire Armou... Read more

Our Hideout Competition is in full swing, and we've had so many awesome entries so far! We wanted to share a few highlights with you in today's news post. Check them out in the video below!



We hope these highlights inspire you! For more information on the Hideout Competition, you can find the original thread ... Read more

Bring a new buddy with you on your travels through Wraeclast with the new Paragon Pet! Check out this fiery bird below or get yours here.



If you like to match your pets, you may also be interested in the Dragon Hunter ... Read more

In the last few weeks, Chris Wilson has appeared on two community interviews to discuss Path of Exile and while we recommend watching them in full for context, we wanted to create written reference for a few of the key points that came up.

If you haven't checked them out already, you can find the Baeclast interview featuring TarkeCat, RaizQT... Read more

This weekend we're running a massive sale on some of our most popular microtransaction themes including Celestial, Stygian and Glimmerwood! You can view the full selection of discounted cosmetic effects here. The sale ends at Aug 31, 2021 12:00 AM (EDT) (this is displayed in your local time).

Travel to the stars with the new Celestial Consecrated Path Effect! Featuring a golden star and a galaxy of cosmic vibrance, this cosmetic effect replaces the standard look of the skill. Check it out below or get yours ... Read more

This week has been quite an eventful week for us, so we thought we'd round-up a few interesting and important posts for you in preparation for the weekend. Check them out below!

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BPL: Dark Ages

Community streamer ThisIsBadger is hosting an exciting team vs team private league this weekend with some interesting rules to shake up how you play Path of Exile! Check out the trailer below:



League Starts: Aug 27, 2021 4:00 PM (EDT)
League Ends: Aug 31, 2021 4:00 PM (EDT)

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Embrace your devilish desires with the new Rapture Wings! These fine, feathered wings are the perfect addition for your cosmetic repertoire. Check it out below or get yours here.



Finish off your ritualistic look with the Rapture ... Read more

Later today, we're planning to deploy Patch 3.15.3 which includes a variety of bug fixes and other improvements. You can get an early look at the patch notes below.

Please note that as usual, the below patch notes may change prior to deployment.

3.15.3 Patch Notes

Improvements

• Added an option to stop items on the ground from rendering if they're hidden by your item filter, which can help improve performance. This can be found under the Game category in Options.


• Added an option for propagating Supporter Pack Weapon Effects to your off-hand. This can be set when equipping a Weapon Effect to your main-hand in the Cosmetics Panel.


• Unwalkable terrain is no longer automatically revealed on the minimap in Expedition Logbook area...

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Burn brighter than ever before with the new Transcendence Flame Wall Effect! This cosmetic effect replaces the regular look of the skill with a vibrant rainbow of flames. Check it out below or get yours here.



Sparkle in every colour of the rainbow with the Transcendence ... Read more