New Druid Class Headlines Path of Exile 2’s Huge 0.4.0 Update

Insider Gaming
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:30:00 +0000

Grinding Gear Games announced the 0.4.0 update for Path of Exile 2, releasing on December 12, featuring the new Druid class with shapeshifting forms and a new league called Fate of the Vaal. The update includes performance upgrades, balance changes, and new mechanics, such as a customizable dungeon system. Additionally, Rise of the Abyssal will become part of the core endgame, and various gameplay enhancements are planned, including improved frame rates and monster density adjustments.

2025-12-04 | PCGamesN: Path of Exile 2's Druid class is just as impressive as we dreamed, but I'm equally excited for the return of Atziri

Path of Exile 2's Druid class, introduced in the update "The Last of the Druids," allows players to shapeshift between Bear, Werewolf, and Wyvern forms, each with unique abilities and playstyles. The update also features the new league "Fate of the Vaal," where players explore the Vaal Temple and confront Queen Atziri. The update launches on December 12, with a free weekend from December 12-15, allowing players to carry over progress if they purchase the game.

2025-12-04 | Destructoid: We finally got a trailer for PoE2’s new class and league, and I’ve never been more excited for ARPGs

Path of Exile 0.4.0 introduces the Druid class and the Fate of the Vaal league, launching on December 12. The Druid features three animal forms—bear, wolf, and wyvern—allowing for hybrid gameplay and synergy with spells. The Fate of the Vaal league includes a new Vaal Temple mechanic, enabling players to create and customize levels, influencing loot and gameplay. The update promises performance improvements and numerous skill tweaks, enhancing overall replayability.

2025-12-05 | GameSpot: Path Of Exile 2's Next Update Lets Players Transform Into Wolves, Bears, And Wyverns

Path of Exile 2's upcoming update, The Last of the Druids, launches on December 12, introducing Druid transformations into wolves, bears, and wyverns, each with unique abilities. Players can also command earth and storm elements. The update features a dragon-crafting league mechanic, 30 new support gems, an expanded passive tree, and a new Pinnacle Boss, Atziri. A free weekend preview will occur from December 12-15 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The full launch is now estimated for late 2026.

2025-12-06 | Rock Paper Shotgun: As Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids gears up for release next week, its devs, sort of, delay its 1.0 release date

Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids is set to release on December 12, featuring a new druid class that allows players to transform into animals and wield magical staves. The update includes three forms: wolf, bear, and fire-breathing wyvern, along with new ascendancy classes. However, the 1.0 release date has been delayed from March 2026, with game director Jonathon Rogers indicating it will likely not be later than the end of 2026.

2025-12-08 | Insider Gaming: Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids Release Date & Start Times

Grinding Gear Games will release Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids on December 12, with a new Druid Class and extensive content updates. The launch is set for 11 AM PT across all platforms. The update aims to attract more players, especially during the holiday season, following a significant increase in player count in August. Release times for various time zones are provided, with updates promised if any details change.