With Path of Exile 2 now in Early Access, anticipation is growing for the next season (league), the arrival of new classes, and the release of new updates. Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that Patch 0.2.0 will be released in March, 2025, bringing major updates, including new support gems, gameplay adjustments, and preparations for the next league. And new seasons and classes are teased to drop into the game continuously!

In this PoE 2 Update Roadmap 2025, we'll go over the expected release window for the new league 1, the release dates for the upcoming classes, and how these additions could impact the game.

PoE 2 New Season 1 Release Date & Content (Predicted)

When Will the New League Begin?

Looking at Path of Exile 1’s historical trends, leagues typically last around four months. Since Path of Exile 2’s first league started in December 2024, the next major league update is likely to arrive in April 2025.

Why April?

• Grinding Gear Games has historically released leagues in April, August, and December.

• April aligns with summer holidays in the Northern Hemisphere, attracting a surge of players.

• The first two months of a league are the busiest, while later months tend to slow down.

Given these trends, we can reasonably expect the next league to launch in April 2025, bringing fresh mechanics, new rewards, and possibly additional content for players to engage with.

What Could Be Included in the New League?

While Grinding Gear Games has not officially detailed what the next league will introduce, past expansions suggest we can expect:

• New gameplay mechanics unique to the league.

• Additional endgame content that expands on mapping and boss encounters.

• Changes to item acquisition and crafting to keep the economy fresh.

• Potential balance adjustments based on community feedback.

A new league typically means a fresh economy, with all players starting from scratch. This presents an opportunity for players to experiment with new builds, trade efficiently, and race to endgame content.

PoE 2 New Classes & Their Release Dates

Currently, Path of Exile 2 offers six playable classes, each with its own unique skill tree and weapon specializations. However, six more classes are planned for release during Early Access, and two of them—the Druid and Huntress—are expected to arrive next.

Druid & Huntress Release Date

Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that the Druid and Huntress will be released in April 2025, likely alongside the new league.

This means players will not only get new gameplay mechanics from the next season but also two fresh classes to experiment with.

Druid (Strength & Intelligence Class)

The Druid is a hybrid strength-intelligence class that specializes in primal magic and shapeshifting.

• Shape-shifting mechanics: The Druid can transform into various wild beasts, such as a bear, to fight in melee combat.

• Rage system: In bear form, the Druid builds rage, increasing damage output.

• Companion summons: The Druid can summon wolves to assist in battle.

• Elemental spells: While in human form, the Druid can cast tornadoes, lightning storms, and volcanic eruptions.

This class introduces a dynamic playstyle, allowing players to switch between melee combat and spellcasting depending on the situation.

Huntress (Dexterity Class)

The Huntress is a dexterity-based class that wields a spear and excels in mid-range combat.

• Fast, agile attacks: Skills like Rapid Assault allow for quick jabs, while Swirling Slash creates a sandstorm to blind enemies.

• Spear throwing abilities: Storm Spear sends out lightning bolts, while Blazing Lance leaves a burning trail.

• Spear-field traps: Abilities like Spear Field cause spears to burst from the ground, damaging enemies.

The Huntress offers a mix of melee and ranged combat, making her a versatile fighter with high mobility and precision strikes.

Future Classes & Their Expected Release Windows

Beyond the Druid and Huntress, four additional classes will be introduced:

• Marauder (Strength Class) – Wields a two-handed axe, focusing on brute force. (Expected release: Mid-2025)

• Templar (Strength & Intelligence Class) – A holy warrior using a flail, combining magic and melee. (Expected release: Mid-2025)

• Assassin (Dexterity & Intelligence Class) – A stealthy dagger-user with high burst damage. (Expected release: Late 2025)

• Gladiator (Strength & Dexterity Class) – Specializes in dual-wielding swords, balancing offense and defense. (Expected release: Late 2025)

Each class will introduce new weapons and skill gems, further expanding build possibilities. Since any character can use any skill gem, these additions will open up new ways to customize existing builds.

How Will New Classes Affect the Game?

The addition of new classes will have a major impact on gameplay:

• More variety: Players will have more starting options, increasing build diversity.

• New weapon types: Each class brings new weapons and skill trees, expanding combat strategies.

• Ascendancy expansions: Every class will receive three ascendancies, adding further depth to progression.

Additionally, the six existing classes will each receive one more ascendancy option, giving players even more ways to specialize their characters.

Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.2.0 Release Date – March 29, 2025

What's Coming in Patch 0.2.0?

Grinding Gear Games has officially scheduled Patch 0.2.0 for March 29, 2025. This patch will introduce:

• New Support Gems – Expanding build variety and providing more customization options.

• Tower Endgame Changes – Adjustments to how Towers function in the endgame.

• Balance Tweaks – Changes to crafting, skills, and economy systems.

• Early Preparations for the Next League – Setting the stage for the major April league update.

With 0.2.0 launching at the end of March, it aligns perfectly with the expected start of Path of Exile 2’s second league in April 2025.

PoE 2 Update Roadmap 2025 - What's Next for Path of Exile 2?

With the next league expected in April 2025 and new classes on the horizon, Path of Exile 2 is set to expand significantly over the next few months.

Possible Timeline for Updates

• April 2025 – New league launch with fresh mechanics and economy reset.

• Mid-2025 – Release of the Marauder and Templar classes.

• Late 2025 – Release of the Assassin and Gladiator classes, along with final game refinements.

• December 2025 – Full 1.0 release of Path of Exile 2.

The developers have stated that Early Access should last between six months to a year, meaning that by December 2025, the game could reach its 1.0 release.

What are you most excited about? Will you be trying out the Druid’s shapeshifting mechanics or the Huntress’ spear-based combat? Stay tuned for more Path of Exile 2 updates, and good luck in the new league!