Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular action RPG, has unfortunately been plagued by some PC freezing issues for certain players. Developed by Grinding Gear Games, this Diablo-like game offers exciting gameplay, but these freezes can be disruptive. Here's how to address these frustrating crashes until an official patch arrives.
Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 Freezing Issues
Some players experience complete system freezes requiring a hard reboot, particularly during loading screens or gameplay. Before resorting to more involved solutions, try these initial steps:
- Graphics API: Experiment with switching between Vulkan and DirectX 11 (Dx11) at game launch.
- V-Sync: Disable V-Sync in the game's graphics settings.
- Multithreading: Deactivate Multithreading in the graphics options.
If the above adjustments don't resolve the problem, a more complex, albeit effective, workaround exists, courtesy of Steam user svzanghi:
- Launch the Game: Start Path of Exile 2.
- Task Manager: Open your PC's Task Manager and navigate to the "Details" tab.
- Set Affinity: Right-click on the
POE2.exeprocess and select "Set Affinity." - Disable Cores: Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.
This method doesn't prevent freezes entirely, but it allows you to use the Task Manager to close the game without a full system restart, saving you valuable time. The downside is that you must repeat this process each time you launch the game, and further freezes will still necessitate a PC reboot.
For now, this workaround offers a temporary solution to the Path of Exile 2 freezing issue. For more gaming tips and guides, including optimal Sorceress builds, be sure to check out The Escapist.
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