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. This guide provides solutions to help alleviate these problems while waiting for official patches from Grinding Gear Games.
Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 Freezing Issues
Some players experience complete system freezes requiring a hard reset, particularly when loading new areas. Here are several troubleshooting steps:
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Graphics Settings Adjustments: Experiment with these in-game settings:
- Switch to Vulkan or DirectX 11 rendering API.
- Disable V-Sync.
- Disable Multithreading.
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CPU Affinity Workaround (Temporary Fix): If the above steps fail, a more involved (but effective) workaround exists:
- Launch Path of Exile 2.
- Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc), click "Details."
- Right-click
POE2.exe, select "Set Affinity." - Uncheck "CPU 0" and "CPU 1."
This workaround prevents complete system freezes, allowing you to force-quit the game via Task Manager and relaunch without a full PC reboot. However, you must repeat this process each time you start the game.
While these solutions offer temporary relief, remember to check back with The Escapist and other gaming news sources for updates and potential permanent fixes from Grinding Gear Games. We also recommend exploring optimal builds, such as the Sorceress builds mentioned in the original article, to enhance your gameplay experience.
