Path of Exile 2’s Latest Update Sparks Player Outrage and Review Bombing
A recent patch for Path of Exile 2 introduced extensive nerfs, causing widespread discontent among players. The primary aim of this update was to enhance the endgame, but player feedback reveals contrary effects. Many note the game pacing has drastically slowed down, leading to feelings of frustration.
Community Reaction
Live from his private jet, famous gamer Elon Musk experienced a laughable moment when streaming the game. After facing a boss and promptly disconnecting, reactions flooded in with memes and commentary such as:
“I’d rather just go into work than play this game right now.”
(Translation): “I would prefer working over playing this game at the moment.”
On various platforms, players voiced their disappointment:
- FreshMeatOW noted, “The gameplay doesn’t feel good at all; it’s soulless.”
- SeanXJohnson commented, “Saying you’d rather go to work than play a video game is the harshest critique I can think of.”
Developer’s Response
Grinding Gear Games (GGG) has acknowledged the criticism by releasing a statement outlining their upcoming adjustments aimed at addressing the issues. However, the community’s despair, especially from veteran players, was palpable. A notable player mentioned:
“After reading the ‘what we’re working on’ post, I can’t believe how disconnected they seem from resolving our complaints. It’s like reading a Blizzard post about Diablo 4.”
(Translation): “They are out of touch with the player base’s issues, akin to Blizzard’s communications regarding Diablo 4.”
Overall, the update, intended to elevate player experience, has led to severe backlash and left many fans questioning the future of Path of Exile 2.
