Later this week we're planning to release our first big patch this year. The 3.9.2 update includes various improvements and fixes to some of the known issues. In addition, the patch introduces several changes to the Awakener fight. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2735273 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENyIps8VAAAJrZE.jpg

We've just begun our second month of teaming up with Twitch Prime to bring you the Purple Smoking Hood and Purple Eyes free when you sign up to Twitch Prime! https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2733893 http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1214655561632870400/pu/img/oq1Mkv_U9CZRYlXj.jpg

This week we're planning to deploy a big 3.9.2 patch. Its patch notes will likely be released tomorrow. In the meantime, we have prepared a small list of additional issues which have been resolved and will be fixed live in a hotfix very soon. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2732480 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENos-B1UwAAoSoo.jpg

The colourful Carnival microtransactions from our previous Mystery Box are now available for purchase! In case you're looking for something more gloomy, we have also brought back the Gore Fireworks for a limited time. https://www.pathofexile.com/shop/category/new-items http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1214009037026521089/pu/img/APfjjxeO0S9wrVth.jpg

You have only a few days left to redeem free Divine microtransactions by subscribing to Twitch Prime! Find out more in this announcement: https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2685646 http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1213021119529156608/pu/img/ETuY5VVWUZMFPrS8.jpg

This weekend we're running a big sale for most of the Wings and Back Attachment microtransactions with over a hundred Wings and Back Attachments available at discounted prices! https://www.pathofexile.com/shop/category/daily-deals http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1212973944413622272/pu/img/6oOCsCplpM3YqkCu.jpg

We're currently working on a patch with a fair amount of improvements. With a lot of devs are still away, it would be too risky to deploy it before the weekend. We're keen to release a patch ASAP, likely next week with some changes coming early if they can be deployed early.

We're continuing to publish developer presentations from ExileCon with a very interesting talk about storytelling in Path of Exile, given by Matt Dymerski, one of our narrative designers. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/BB_7p7Vm6V8

Alongside massive improvements in Path of Exile 2, we'll also introduce brand new 3D art for many items. While it's still too soon to talk about the release date, it doesn't mean we can't take a look at the concept art of some of the upcoming 3D art. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2723351 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENODfSOU8AEH8bd.jpg

It's already 2020 in New Zealand! We want to wish our community a Happy New Year and also to take a moment to look back on the year that has just concluded. As is tradition, today we're posting our annual retrospective. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2722003 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/ENI14BSUUAAKro9.jpg

While you're getting ready to celebrate New Year's Eve, why not take a moment to remember 2019 in Path of Exile? Thank you for being part of this amazing year with us! See you next year, Exiles! https://youtu.be/3eZfQ6iIfdE

We always enjoy showcasing the artwork of our team in a form of concept art. Today we've selected several images of the cosmetic effects introduced in our recent Polaris Mystery Box. Check them out in this news post: https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2718920 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/EM_VrjnU8AADMrn.jpg

Over the #ExileCon weekend this November some of our developers gave various presentations. We're starting publishing these talks with a presentation about world building for Path of Exile 2 from our art director and one of the founders, Erik Olofsson. https://youtu.be/uPy74M9FNpY

On behalf of everyone at Grinding Gear Games, we'd like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and happy holidays! To celebrate the conclusion of another great development year, we're offering everyone a free Polaris Mystery Box. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2711248 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMoKgyzVAAA6tgZ.jpg

It's Christmas day in New Zealand and we want to take a moment to wish Happy Holidays to the entire Path of Exile community! Whether you're already enjoying your vacation or still busy with finishing your last tasks at work, we hope you'll have a wonderful day. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMkqWqJU0AACJCj.jpg

We've just released new microtransactions. The Demonic Arctic Ballista covers your Ballista Totems with ice and replaces their standard visuals with an arctic blue effect. There is also a new Sunprism Cat Pet for all the cat lovers in our community! https://www.pathofexile.com/shop http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1209330251144159232/pu/img/xZcaCwbSiSDT68Hy.jpg

If you haven't redeemed the Divine Arcane Portal and Holy Eyes for subscribing to Twitch Prime yet, you have two more weeks to do so! Find out more here: https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2685646 http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1209303846612156417/pu/img/RbTMfLDXT81X7rHU.jpg

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Last week we released the new Polaris Mystery Box, which instantly became one of the most popular ones we ever released! As an appreciation for your support, we're making the soundtrack of the Polaris Mystery Box available as a free download. https://www.pathofexile.com/forum/view-thread/2709010 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/EMg7LS5VAAA7QEB.jpg

We've just released the Demonic Arctic Reindeer Pet, this year's winter special! The Yeti Mask, Polar Bear Cub and the Snowman Hideout Decoration have also returned to the store for the holidays! https://www.pathofexile.com/shop/category/new-items http://pbs.twimg.com/ext_tw_video_thumb/1208972009817853953/pu/img/ZGcVCBRFNg5Vxd1N.jpg