How to Fix Path of Exile 2 Freezing PC Issues

Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 PC Freezing Issues

Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated sequel from Grinding Gear Games, offers a Diablo-like experience but has unfortunately encountered some freezing issues on PC. This guide provides solutions to resolve these frustrating freezes, allowing for smoother gameplay.

Solutions to Try:

Several methods can mitigate freezing problems. Begin by attempting these in-game adjustments:

• Graphics API: Switch between Vulkan and DirectX 11 at launch. Experiment to see which performs better on your system.
• V-Sync: Disable V-Sync in the graphics settings. This can reduce stuttering and potentially resolve freezing.
• Multithreading: Deactivate multithreading in the graphics settings. This can sometimes alleviate performance bottlenecks.

Advanced Solution (Requires Manual Steps):

If the above adjustments prove ineffective, a more involved workaround, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, may help:

1. Launch the Game: Start Path of Exile 2.
2. Open Task Manager: Access your PC's Task Manager (usually Ctrl+Shift+Esc). Click "Details."
3. Adjust Affinity: Right-click on the POE2.exe process. Select "Set Affinity."
4. Disable Cores: Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1. This prevents the game from utilizing these cores.

This method doesn't eliminate freezing entirely, but it allows for a graceful game exit via Task Manager, avoiding a full system reboot. However, remember that you must repeat steps 2-4 each time you launch the game.

Note: While these workarounds can help, a permanent fix is expected from Grinding Gear Games in a future patch. Keep an eye out for updates! For more Path of Exile 2 guides and strategies, including build recommendations, visit The Escapist.