Good news for all Hack & Slash fans on the PS4. The action RPG Path of Exile is finally available for download in the PS Store. We have the most important information.
Path of Exile has finally arrived on PS4: This is what many fans have been waiting for. The major Diablo competitor Path of Exile is now finally available on Sony’s PS4.
Contrary to some concerns, the current release date has been met. Thus, after three delays an odyssey comes to a reconciliatory end.
Path of Exile on PS4 – What You Need to Know
This is how you can get started with Path of Exile on PS4: Whether you want to try the game out first or jump right in – you don’t have to do much. Because Path of Exile is free-to-play on the PS4.
You just need to download it and can start right away. Open the PS Store on your console and search for Path of Exile using the search function. The free version should be shown to you first.
Alternatively, we have linked Path of Exile in the PlayStation Store below:
There is also a whole range of optional starter packs. These cost between 35€ and 130€ and offer you different cosmetic items as well as points to purchase additional items. You can find the starter packs here:
The most important information about the launch of Path of Exile on PS4
When can I start playing? The PS4 version is already available in the store and can be downloaded. After that, you can start right away.
Is Path of Exile completely Free-to-Play? Yes. The starter packs are all purely optional; the game itself is completely free. In principle, you cannot buy anything with real money that would give you any gameplay advantages. The microtransactions are purely cosmetic. Only the stash can be expanded with real money, which is not required.
Do you need PS Plus? No PS Plus is required to play Path of Exile. In some regions of the store, players may see the message “PS Plus subscription required for online multiplayer.” This is an error that should be fixed soon.
Is there an offline mode? No, Path of Exile requires a permanent online connection.
Is it possible to transfer existing accounts or purchases to PS4? No. The PS4 version has its own servers. Transfers of characters, currencies, or purchased items from other platforms are not possible.
Is there a couch co-op mode? No.
Are mouse and keyboard supported? No
How large is the download? Almost 9 GB
What about additional content for the PS4 version? The developers at Grinding Gear Games are currently working on releasing new content for PS4 just a few days after the PC version in the future. Later, a simultaneous release of new content is even targeted.
Are there exclusive contents? No. Path of Exile is intended to offer the same experience on all platforms.
How is the performance? Path of Exile runs at 1080P and 60 FPS on the standard PS4. The PS4 Pro has better lighting effects. There is no 4K resolution.
