Grinding Gear Games has opened a new fan art competition themed around the latest expansions for Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2. The studio shared a selection of initial submissions, highlighting community contributions as the competition remains open for new entries.
Quick Facts
- Competition Status: Ongoing, submissions are currently being accepted via the official forum thread.
- New Store Items: Microtransactions from the "Last of the Druids" Mystery Box are now available for both Path of Exile 1 and Path of Exile 2.
- Upcoming Event: ExileCon 2026 is set for November 7-8, 2026, in Auckland, New Zealand.
ExileCon 2026 Updates
Alongside the art competition, the studio is moving forward with qualifiers for its upcoming convention. The second Path of Exile 2 ExileCon qualifier is currently underway, determining which players will advance to the final event in Auckland this November. The convention will feature new content, developer announcements, and opportunities to meet the development team and content creators.
Store Additions
Players looking to customize their characters can now access the full range of "Last of the Druids" microtransactions. These items, previously exclusive to the mystery box, have been added to the in-game store for both the original Path of Exile and the sequel.