Path of Exile 2 will be hosting a Boss Rush event at Gamescom 2025, giving players the chance to compete for unique prizes. Developed by Grinding Gear Games, Path of Exile 2 is the sequel to the renowned PoE 1, which started its early access period in December 2024.
Initial responses to GGG’s highly awaited ARPG have been quite favorable, with players lauding the detailed skill system, improved graphics, and engaging gameplay. However, a significant number of players returned to PoE 1 due to the absence of sufficient endgame content. Thankfully, the 4-month league cycle of PoE 2 allows it an opportunity to recover soon.
Path of Exile 2 Boss Rush Event at Gamescom 2025
In an official forum post on the Path of Exile 2 website, Grinding Gear Games announced a Boss Rush event set for Gamescom 2025 in Cologne, Germany. This event will occur from August 20-24 at Hall 6.1 C071/A070. Participants will pick from seven pre-built characters equipped with fixed stats, skills, and gear before attempting to defeat as many of the 15 bosses as possible within 20 minutes. The performance of each participant will determine their eligibility for exclusive prizes available only at the event.
GGG predicts that few, if any, will succeed in defeating all 15 bosses due to the challenging nature of the encounters and the introduction of many new mechanics. The difficulty level is expected to meet or exceed that of the hardest pinnacle bosses in Path of Exile 2. A live leaderboard will display the top-performing players during the event.
As participants are not allowed to use their personal characters, the classic PoE 2 best endgame builds won’t apply, transforming the challenge into a true test of skill, adaptability, and quick reflexes.
While the event format has garnered enthusiasm from eager participants, its timing appears strategic. Just before the event, it was revealed that Path of Exile 2’s next league will launch on August 29. Observers suspect that this timing is intentional, with GGG hoping that the excitement from Gamescom will generate higher player interest leading into the new league.
