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 isn't without its glitches. Some players are encountering complete PC freezes requiring hard restarts, particularly during gameplay or area loading. While an official patch is awaited, several workarounds can mitigate this problem.
Solutions to Try:
Several initial steps can be taken to address the freezing issue:
- Graphics API: Experiment with switching between Vulkan and DirectX 11 at game launch.
- V-Sync: Disable V-Sync in the game's graphics settings.
- Multithreading: Deactivate multithreading in the graphics settings.
Advanced Solution (Requires Manual Steps):
If the above steps fail, a more involved solution, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, offers a workaround:
- Launch the Game: Start Path of Exile 2.
- Open Task Manager: Access your PC's Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc). Click "Details."
- Set Affinity: Right-click on "POE2.exe" and select "Set Affinity."
- Disable Cores: Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.
This method doesn't eliminate freezes entirely, but it allows for a graceful game exit via Task Manager, avoiding a full system reboot. However, remember that this process must be repeated each time you launch the game.
For more Path of Exile 2 guides and strategies, including optimal build options, be sure to check out The Escapist.
