Path of Exile 2 Early Access has been a resounding success, peaking at 578k concurrent players and still retaining an impressive 225k over a month since launch. As a Diablo fan, I’ve often wondered how Path of Exile 2’s arrival would impact my favorite ARPG. With Season 7 of Diablo 4 on the horizon, how the competition will work between the two games is becoming increasingly clear, clearer than ever since last night's Diablo 4 developer stream.
While Path of Exile 2 is leaning into its more complex and hardcore appeal, Diablo 4 is doubling down on its efforts to cater to a casual audience. Season 7 introduces several changes aimed at helping casual players reach endgame more efficiently—a smart move for Blizzard, and here’s why.
