Is Path of Exile 2 multiplayer?

Amy Chen

Amy Chen

Is Path of Exile 2 multiplayer? Can you play the game with your friends? What about couch co-op mode? Here are the answers.

If you would like to know whether or not Path of Exile 2 has a multiplayer option, then you've come to the right place. Read on for the answer plus the details on group limits.

Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)
Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)

Does Path of Exile 2 have multiplayer?

Yes, according to developer Grinding Gear Games, Path of Exile 2 has multiplayer. The tag for this mode is included under the "Genre" section of the game's official Steam page. This page also lists Path of Exile 2 as an online co-op game.

Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)
Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)

How many players can play PoE 2?

Can you play PoE 2 with friends? Yes! Path of Exile 2 has co-op mode for up to six players. Together, you and your friends can experience six acts in total. However, note that the early access version of the Path of Exile 2 includes three acts.

Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)
Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)

How many players can play PoE 2?

Speaking of content, early access to the game includes the aforementioned three acts. The start of early access also features a rich endgame, 50 bosses, and around 400 monster types. Additional content will be added throughout early access and into the game's release as well.

In terms of the timeline, Grinding Gear Games stated that the early access for Path of Exile 2 will likely run for at least six months or as long as needed.

Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)
Path of Exile 2 screenshot (Image via Grinding Gear Games)

Does Path of Exile 2 have couch co-op?

Yes, during the early access, players can enter couch co-op mode on a single account. The second player can then create a character on that account as well.

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