Rank 3: Path of Exile
| Steam Hub | Path of Exile on Steam |
| User Reviews Overall (recent) | 92% (78% in the last 30 days) |
| Genre | Online Hack ‘n Slash |
| Release on Steam | October 23, 2013 |
What is Path of Exile? In the online hack ‘n slash, you are an outcast who survives a shipwreck and is drawn into an adventure where you rise to become the savior of an entire world. Path of Exile is gameplay-wise very similar to the Diablo series.
After you create a hero, you explore a vast land with him. Hordes of enemies will stand in your way, which you clear with sword and magic as in action RPGs. Collecting loot is as important as improving your skills through a complex skill tree.
Expect a lot of quests and repeatable tasks. Seasons are frequently held where you face special challenges. You can even participate in PvP tournaments and set up your own hideout.
Path of Exile regularly receives new content. In March, the major update Synthesis was released, introducing a lot of new content, including the ability to create your own dungeons.
How many players does Path of Exile have on Steam: Path of Exile averaged 16,075 players online in the last 30 days. At peak times, there were 34,501 simultaneous players.
What players say: Path of Exile is often referred to by fans as the “better Diablo 3” because it is much more complex. There is a lot to do, and the item shop is also regarded as very fair. However, the last update did not go down well with players because an unusually high number of bugs were introduced.
- RAVE[N] on Steam states: “Are you looking for a Diablo that is more complex? Then you are warmly welcome to Path of Exile. POE is not Pay2Win!”
- Antergos says: “Despite my initial doubts about hack ‘n slashes, Path of Exile managed to convince me. However, PoE is not for impatient players, as dying at higher levels penalizes you with EXP deductions, which can make leveling very slow.”
This is what MeinMMO says about Path of Exile: If you’re looking for a Diablo alternative that offers significantly more depth and allows you to experience adventures together with friends, then you’re in the right place with Path of Exile.
