Path of Exile 2, Grinding Gear Games' highly anticipated action RPG sequel, has unfortunately encountered some performance hiccups. Several players are reporting game freezes requiring hard restarts. While a developer fix is awaited, here are some troubleshooting steps to try:
Addressing Path of Exile 2 Freezes:
Many players have found success by adjusting in-game graphics settings. Experiment with these changes:
- Switch rendering API: Try toggling between Vulkan and DirectX 11 at launch.
- Disable V-Sync: Turn off Vertical Synchronization in the graphics options.
- Disable Multithreading: Deactivate multithreading in the graphics settings.
A More Involved Solution (for persistent issues):
If the above adjustments don't resolve the problem, a workaround proposed by Steam user svzanghi involves managing CPU affinity:
- Launch Path of Exile 2.
- Open your PC's Task Manager and navigate to the "Details" tab.
- Right-click on
POE2.exeand select "Set Affinity." - Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.
This method doesn't prevent freezes entirely, but it allows for a graceful game exit via Task Manager, avoiding the need for a full PC restart. Remember, you'll need to repeat this process each time you start the game.
For more Path of Exile 2 guides, strategies, and build suggestions (including optimal Sorceress builds), be sure to check out The Escapist.
