ExileCon 2026 is bringing more than major game announcements to Path of Exile fans. Grinding Gear Games has confirmed a new merchandise collection featuring more than 60 items, giving attendees an early opportunity to pick up themed apparel, collectibles, and accessories. For players who spend their time exploring Wraeclast, managing builds, and trading POE Currency, these physical items offer a different way to show their connection to the game.
The announcement, published on October 21, confirms that the ExileCon merchandise store will feature T-shirts, pins, keycaps, posters, plushies, and additional products. Attendees will receive exclusive first access to the new merchandise, while the studio plans to reveal more designs in the days leading up to the event. However, prices, individual stock levels, and any post-event online sales have not yet been confirmed.
What to Expect From the 60+ New Merchandise Items
The announced collection covers several types of products, from clothing that fans can wear at the convention to smaller collectibles suited to a gaming desk or display shelf.
| Merchandise category | What fans can expect |
|---|---|
| T-shirts | Wearable designs inspired by the Path of Exile universe |
| Enamel pins | Small collectibles that can be displayed or attached to bags and clothing |
| Keycaps | Keyboard accessories for players who want a subtle gaming-themed setup |
| Posters | Wall decorations for a gaming room or personal collection |
| Plushies | Soft collectibles for desks, shelves, and display areas |
| Additional items | Other products that Grinding Gear Games has not yet identified |
The studio has already previewed some apparel designs and promised further reveals. We recommend checking those previews before deciding which items deserve priority on your shopping list.
For collectors, the most interesting products may not necessarily be the largest ones. Pins and keycaps are relatively easy to pack, while clothing can be practical for everyday use. Posters and plushies may be more appealing to fans who want something recognizable to display at home.
These are different ways to enjoy the collection, so it makes sense to decide whether you want something wearable, decorative, or collectible before arriving at the store.
Exclusive First Access: What It Means for Attendees
The announcement's most important detail is the promise of exclusive first access for ExileCon 2026 attendees.
This gives people attending the event an opportunity to see and purchase the new merchandise before any possible wider release. However, first access should not be confused with a guarantee that every item will remain available throughout the convention.
Grinding Gear Games has not announced individual stock quantities or explained whether certain products will have purchase limits. We therefore recommend avoiding assumptions about which items will sell out first.
A simple preparation plan can help:
- Follow the official Path of Exile news channels for additional product previews.
- Make a shortlist of the designs you are most interested in buying.
- Decide how much you are comfortable spending before browsing the store.
- Leave some room in your luggage for clothing and other physical collectibles.
This approach is especially useful when the full product range is still being revealed. It lets you prioritize the items you genuinely want rather than making every decision at the counter.
Payment Methods: Why You Should Bring a Card
There is one practical detail that deserves attention before anyone heads to the merchandise store: cash will not be accepted.
Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that the store will accept credit cards, debit cards, and New Zealand EFTPOS cards. Anyone planning to pay with cash alone will need an alternative payment method.
| Payment method | Confirmed status |
|---|---|
| Credit cards | Accepted |
| Debit cards | Accepted |
| New Zealand EFTPOS cards | Accepted |
| Cash | Not accepted |
For international visitors, checking your payment arrangements before traveling is a sensible precaution. Make sure your card is active, that you know your PIN if required, and that you can access your bank's verification process when making a purchase abroad.
We also recommend checking whether your bank charges foreign transaction fees. These fees are not part of the merchandise store's announced payment policy, but they can affect the final cost of purchases made in New Zealand.
There is no need to overcomplicate the process. Bring a supported card, keep it accessible, and avoid relying on cash as your only option.
Will the Merchandise Be Available Online After ExileCon?
This remains one of the biggest unanswered questions for fans who cannot attend in person.
The current announcement confirms exclusive first access for attendees, but it does not promise that unsold products will be listed online later. It also does not establish whether the collection will receive a separate online launch or remain available through any existing merchandise channel.
For now, we recommend treating the event as the only confirmed opportunity for early access rather than assuming a second chance will follow.
Fans researching POE Currency for sale, or other game-related purchases, should also keep physical merchandise separate from in-game trading decisions. A T-shirt, pin, or keycap is a real-world collectible, and its availability follows the merchandise store's own arrangements rather than the game's economy.
The best next step is to monitor official announcements as additional designs are revealed. Those updates may clarify the collection further, although online availability should not be considered confirmed until Grinding Gear Games explicitly announces it.
Summary: What Path of Exile Fans Should Know
ExileCon 2026's merchandise store is preparing a collection of more than 60 new products, including clothing, pins, keycaps, posters, and plushies. Attendees will receive first access, making the store a worthwhile stop for fans interested in physical Path of Exile collectibles.
Our main advice is to follow the upcoming previews, decide what you want to buy, and prepare a supported payment card before visiting the store. These small steps can make shopping easier, especially if several designs catch your eye.
The important limitation is that the full catalog, pricing, stock information, and post-event online availability remain unconfirmed. Until Grinding Gear Games provides those details, we should avoid treating any rumored release plan as an established fact.
