Path of Exile: Update Delay for Version 3.26
Original Path of Exile Stalled Due to Path of Exile 2 Development
In a recent video update, Path of Exile 2 director Jonathan Rogers addressed a pressing issue facing fans of the original Path of Exile. Rogers confirmed that the development and release of Path of Exile version 3.26 will be delayed.
Reason for Delay
The delay stems from the ongoing development challenges encountered with Path of Exile 2 (PoE II). According to Rogers, shifting resources from the PoE I team to PoE II for pre-launch support and post-release issues led to a setback in PoE I development.
Studio's Commitment
Despite the delay, Rogers emphasized that Grinding Gear Games (GGG) remains committed to supporting both Path of Exile and Path of Exile 2. However, the studio's priority is to address critical issues with PoE II and ensure its stability before diverting resources back to PoE I.
Release Timeline
Rogers acknowledged that a specific release date for PoE 3.26 cannot be provided at this time. He expressed regret for the inconvenience and stated that GGG will allocate the necessary resources to complete the update as soon as possible.
Community Reaction
The news of the delay has sparked mixed reactions within the Path of Exile community. While some players expressed disappointment, others expressed understanding and support for GGG's decision to prioritize PoE II.
Call for Realization
Rogers urged the PoE community to recognize the challenges faced by GGG in supporting two major games concurrently. He suggested that the studio may need to re-evaluate its commitments and focus on one project at a time.
Path of Exile's Future
GGG's apology video emphasized that Path of Exile is not being abandoned. The studio's intention is to resume development on PoE I once PoE II is in a stable state. However, players should be aware that updates may occur less frequently in the future.