Path of Exile is a highly popular action role-playing game that would most likely feel familiar to people who have played the Diablo franchise.
This beginner's guide includes tips and tricks that newcomers should keep in mind when starting a new game for the first time to make the most of their journey.
This will help you figure out how to start, what to do first, and which class would be most suited to your playstyle, among other things.
Starting a Game
When you boot up Path of Exile, the first thing you need to decide on is what league you will play in and which class you will make. Leagues are variants of the core game that feature differing mechanics to supplement the gaming experience, according to The Gamer.
Usually, Leagues last for around three months and when one ends, your characters and stash will be transferred to the Standard mode. Each league includes a variety of bonuses, so keeping them in mind while playing will benefit you later on.
Choosing a Class
The next thing to choose from is what class you would like your character to be, which is probably the most important decision in Path of Exile. Be warned that you cannot change this after you make your character.
The main difference between classes is their starting position in the passive tree and one thing to note is that skills in the game are itemized. This means that any class can use any skill depending on what they have equipped.
Despite this, the classes' stats still play a key factor in what roles each one is best suited for depending on whether they focus on strength, dexterity, or intelligence.
Achievements and Challenges
After you choose your league and class and finally get into the game, there will be a quick tutorial on controls and basic mechanics. After this, you are free to explore the world and finish various quests you get from different NPCs.
A good way of progressing steadily through Path of Exile is by following the Achievements and Challenges page. Some of the tasks that are featured here include equipping a flask or using the map device for the first time, said DotEsports.
While simple and sometimes tedious, nearly everything that you will do based on this page will help you learn more about the game and master its mechanics. It also features some advanced techniques that are available in the game.
Other Tips
As you journey through Path of Exile's world, you may sometimes hit a wall where you do too little damage or die too frequently to monsters. What you should check this time are your life and resistances and make adjustments where needed.
When it comes to attacking power, check your gem links as every additional linked socket can increase your damage exponentially. It is sometimes worth it to have not-so-great stats on your body armor just to increase the number of links, according to PCGamer.
