The fact that Path of Exile 2 was originally meant to be an expansion for Path of Exile and is instead launching as a full-sized game says a lot about its character. First and foremost, Path of Exile 2 wants to fundamentally remain the same as its predecessor to leave the door open for veterans. However, despite being a sequel, Path of Exile 2 is also a standalone game meant to attract newcomers, which means many of the most dated elements of the first game have been changed and refined, including its combat.