The wait’s nearly over for Path of Exile fans! Grinding Gear Games has unveiled their platform-specific preload schedule for Path of Exile 2’s early access launch, with Xbox Series players getting first dibs on downloading the game.

Preload Schedule Breakdown

Xbox Series owners can jump right in and start preloading now. PlayStation 5 players will need to hold tight until 24 hours before release, while PC gamers can begin their download from 2:00 CET on December 6.

Early Access Content

The initial release packs quite a punch with:

• Six Playable Classes: Choose between mercenary, ranger, warrior, monk, sorceress, and witch
• Three Story Acts: Players can jump into the first three chapters of what promises to be an epic tale
• Future Expansion: Three additional story acts will roll out during the early access period

It’s worth noting that this ambitious action RPG will initially launch as a paid early access title before transitioning to a free-to-play model at full release. The New Zealand-based studio’s taking aim at genre giants like Diablo IV and Last Epoch with this release.

Looking Ahead

Grinding Gear Games isn’t planning to rest on their laurels. They’ve mapped out extensive post-launch support, with plans to double the character roster to twelve classes by full release. The studio’s commitment to regular content updates suggests players won’t run short on new challenges anytime soon.

For those eager to dig deeper into what Path of Exile 2 offers, the official Path of Exile website provides comprehensive details about the upcoming release and its features.

The approach of staggered preload dates shows thoughtful consideration for platform-specific requirements while ensuring all players can jump into the action with minimal delay on launch day.

Source: Path of Exile