Here's the information you requested about downloading Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2):
Downloading Path of Exile 2
- Standalone Client Download: The standalone PC client for Path of Exile 2 was available for download starting at 5 PM PT on December 5, 2024, or 1 AM GMT on December 6, 2024. You can download it from the official Path of Exile 2 website, and a torrent option is also available[^1][^4].
- Steam Download: To play PoE 2 via Steam, you need to link your Steam account with your Path of Exile account. After purchasing a support pack or accessing Early Access through the Path of Exile website, you can obtain a Steam client key to add PoE 2 to your Steam library[^3].
- Pre-Download on Other Platforms:
- Xbox: Pre-download was available before the Early Access launch, with updates expected on launch day[^1][^4].
- PlayStation: Founder's packs allowed pre-download on PS5, starting 24 hours before Early Access began[^1][^4].
System Requirements
To ensure a smooth experience, here are the minimum and recommended system requirements for Path of Exile 2:
- Minimum Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10
- CPU: Intel Core i7-7700 or AMD Ryzen 5 2500x
- RAM: 8 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, Intel Arc A380, or ATI Radeon RX 470
- Storage: 100 GB
- Recommended Requirements:
- OS: Windows 10
- CPU: Intel Core i5-10500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3700X
- RAM: 16 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, Intel Arc A770, or ATI Radeon RX 5600 XT
- Storage: 100 GB (SSD recommended)[^2][^5].
Early Access Launch
The Early Access launch for Path of Exile 2 began at 11 AM PT on December 6, 2024, or 7 PM GMT on December 6, 2024. Players could not log in until the launch time, even after downloading the client[^1][^4].