PoE 2 0.5 Release Date & 0.4 End Date

Based on the latest announcements from Grinding Gear Games and current player data as of April 2026, here are the expected dates for the upcoming Path of Exile 2 major update:

Path of Exile 2: Patch 0.5.0

• Likely Release Date: May 8, 2026 (or May 1st).
• Announcement/Showcase: A full reveal livestream is scheduled for the end of April (specifically April 30, 2026).
• Logic: GGG typically launches major patches on Fridays, about 1 to 1.5 weeks after their reveal stream. While a 4-month cycle usually points to April, developers previously indicated they needed extra time to polish the highly anticipated endgame rework.

Path of Exile 2: Patch 0.4.0 (The Last of the Druids)

• End Date: Expected to conclude between April 27 and May 7, 2026.
• Logic: Current leagues traditionally end a few days before the next major patch to allow for technical preparation and migration.
• Note: Your characters and items will be migrated to the Standard/Hardcore Early Access league; there will be no character wipes.

What to Expect in 0.5.0

• Endgame Overhaul: This is the primary focus of 0.5, addressing feedback regarding reward scaling and progression from the 0.4 launch.
• New Class Potential: Strong speculation suggests the Duelist may debut, especially with the likely introduction of swords as a weapon class.
• Campaign Progress: Some reports indicate Act 5 might be officially finalized and added in this update.

While the full reveal is officially scheduled for April 30, 2026, several key details and high-confidence leaks have already surfaced regarding the Path of Exile 2: Patch 0.5 update:

Confirmed Content

• Total Endgame Rework: GGG has officially stated this is the primary focus of 0.5. It will address critical feedback from version 0.4, specifically regarding reward scaling, progression goals, and Atlas navigation.
• New Endgame Questline: Expect new narrative arcs and bosses that integrate into the mapping system.
• Fate of the Vaal Integration: Characters and items from the 0.4 league will migrate to a permanent Standard or Hardcore Early Access league (no wipes), and some Vaal mechanics may be integrated into the core game.

Highly Likely Leaks & Teasers

• Duelist Class & Swords: Data mining has uncovered detailed stats for one-handed and two-handed swords. Since swords require a Strength/Dexterity hybrid, the Duelist class is expected to debut alongside them in this patch.
• New Ascendancies: Several new classes have been teased, including the Wildspeaker (for Huntress) and Arcane Archer (for Ranger).
• Delve Mechanics: Hints in the current game files point to an abandoned mining encampment featuring Nico (the Delve NPC). This suggests Delve may return as an alternative infinitely-scaling endgame system.
• Act 5 Arrival: To keep on track for a potential 2026/2027 full release, many anticipate Act 5 will be added to the campaign in this update.

Quality of Life (QoL) Expectations

• Stash Improvements: A long-requested search and sort function for stash tabs.
• Visual Clarity: Adjustments to graphics transparency for spell and attack effects to improve visibility during intense combat.
• Reforging: Potential for bulk reforge capabilities and auto-transferring items to inventory.

Official 0.5 Release Timeline