How to Fix Path of Exile 2 Freezing PC Issues

Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular action RPG, has unfortunately encountered some performance issues for some players. Freezing and the need for hard restarts are reported problems, especially during loading screens or gameplay. While a developer fix is awaited, several workarounds can help mitigate these issues.

Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 Freezing Issues

Players experiencing complete system freezes while playing Path of Exile 2 can try the following solutions:

• Graphics Settings Adjustments: Experiment with changing the rendering API (Vulkan or DirectX 11) and disabling V-Sync and Multithreading in the game's graphics options.

If these adjustments don't resolve the problem, a more involved method, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, offers a temporary fix:

1. Launch the game.
2. Open Task Manager: Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc. Click the "Details" tab.
3. Adjust CPU Affinity: Right-click on POE2.exe, select "Set Affinity," and uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.

This workaround allows for a graceful game exit via Task Manager, avoiding a full system reboot. However, this process must be repeated each time Path of Exile 2 is launched, or a reboot will be necessary if freezing recurs.

For further Path of Exile 2 tips, strategies, and build guides (such as optimal Sorceress builds), consult additional resources online.