Path of Exile 3.26 Expansion News and 3.25 Event

With the announcement of the new Early Access date for Path of Exile 2, we want to update you on the timeline for our next Path of Exile 1 expansion.

3.26 Expansion Timeline

This year, Path of Exile 1 has seen two new expansions, with the ongoing Settlers of Kalguur being one of the most successful leagues to date. Despite the delay, launching Path of Exile 2 in Early Access this year is a crucial milestone for GGG, and they've been working diligently to achieve it.

After extensive internal discussions, GGG decided not to release the 3.26 expansion for Path of Exile 1 this year. They aim to announce this new league in early 2025, likely around late January. However, they need to stay flexible with this timeline, as launching a completely new project can present unforeseen challenges. As a result, the Settlers League will be extended into early 2025.

Join the Settlers of Kalguur Event on November 7 PST

To make the wait more enjoyable, GGG will launch a new version of the Settlers of Kalguur with a twist on November 7 PST. This event will run alongside the ongoing Settlers League.

By participating in this event, you'll be able to play the Settlers League in Standard, Hardcore, Solo Self-Found, and Solo Self-Found Hardcore modes, with a fresh economy and a ladder reset. Reaching level 50 in any version of the event will earn you one guaranteed Settlers Mystery Box per account. The Settlers challenges will also be available, so you can complete them if you haven't already.

Event Details

In this event, monsters in each area will be affected by a pool of mods that you can manipulate upon entering, similar to the Necropolis league. However, unlike Necropolis, these mods will only provide rewards, such as:

The mods will be the same for all players and will rotate every hour in each area, including maps.

•  Start Date: November 7 PST at 1 PM (which is November 7, 2024, 1:00 PM PST in your local time)

•  End Date: Early 2025

•  Based On: Settlers League

•  Not Voided: Characters and items will migrate into the parent league afterward

•  Platforms: PC and Console

Q&A

Q: Will the event be available on all platforms?

A: Yes.

Q: Is it possible to use my current character?

A: No, you'll have to create a new one.

Q: Will the Necropolis crafting mechanics be included in the event?

A: No, only the Lantern used to manipulate mods in the area will be available. The Necropolis area and Undertaker Arimor are not part of this event.

Q: How can I join the event?

A: On the character selection screen, there will be a panel below your characters showing the available event. You can join by clicking 'join'. This option becomes available 30 minutes before the event starts. Your character will be immobile until the event begins.

Q: Is it possible to create Private League versions of this event?

A: No.

Q: When will I receive a Mystery Box?

A: The Settlers Mystery Box will be automatically awarded upon reaching level 50 in the event.

Q: What if I already own all the microtransactions from the Settlers Mystery Box?

A: If you already have the entire Settlers Mystery Box series, you will receive two Polaris Mystery Boxes instead.

Final Thought

In the meantime, we invite you to join the ongoing Settlers of Kalguur league and participate in the upcoming event on November 7 PST. This event will offer a fresh take on the league with new challenges and rewards, ensuring that the wait for the next expansion is both engaging and rewarding. Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the New Year, and thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for Path of Exile!