Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular action RPG, has unfortunately been plagued by some PC freezing issues for certain players. Developed by Grinding Gear Games, this Diablo-like game offers a compelling experience, but these freezes can be frustrating. Here's how to troubleshoot these problems until an official patch arrives.
Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 Freezing Issues
Some players experience complete system freezes requiring a hard reboot, particularly during loading screens or gameplay. Here are several solutions to try:
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Graphics Settings Adjustments: Experiment with these settings within the game:
- Switch between Vulkan and DirectX 11 APIs.
- Disable V-Sync.
- Disable Multithreading.
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CPU Affinity Workaround (Advanced): If the above steps fail, a more involved solution, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, might help. This method prevents complete system lockups, allowing for a quicker game restart without a full PC reboot. However, it requires repeating these steps each time you launch the game:
- Launch Path of Exile 2.
- Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc). Click "Details".
- Right-click on
POE2.exe. - Select "Set Affinity".
- Uncheck "CPU 0" and "CPU 1".
This workaround lets you force-close the game via Task Manager and relaunch without a full system restart. However, you'll need to repeat this process for each game session.
For more Path of Exile 2 tips, strategies, and builds (like optimal Sorceress builds), be sure to check out The Escapist.
