Grinding Gear Games has unveiled "The Art of Path of Exile 2," a stunning collection showcasing the creative vision behind their highly anticipated action RPG. The artbook, announced on February 26, 2025, provides a visual journey through the game's development process with artwork from the talented artists behind the upcoming title.
As Path of Exile 2 approaches its Early Access phase ahead of the December 6, 2024 release, this artbook offers fans a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that shaped the world of Wraeclast. The collection features concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, and more that guided the visual direction of the game.
A Visual Feast for Path of Exile Fans
The artbook's cover, showcased below, presents a striking design that sets the tone for the dark fantasy world players will explore in Path of Exile 2.
Inside the book, fans will find detailed illustrations spanning numerous aspects of the game's development. From elaborate environment concepts to intricate character designs, the artbook offers a comprehensive look at the visual evolution of Path of Exile 2.
Character Designs and World Building
The artbook puts special emphasis on character development, with dedicated sections for key characters from the game. Notable features include Lachlann, whose design showcases the attention to detail Grinding Gear Games has put into creating memorable characters for Path of Exile 2.
Another highlighted character is Ardura, whose design exemplifies the game's dark fantasy aesthetic that fans of the original Path of Exile have come to appreciate.
The fearsome Utzaal is also featured prominently, showing the menacing enemies players will face in their journey through Wraeclast.
How to Get Your Copy
For collectors and dedicated Path of Exile fans, "The Art of Path of Exile 2" is available exclusively through the Liberator of Wraeclast Supporter Pack. Grinding Gear Games has noted that the artbook will only be available for a limited time, making this a rare opportunity for fans to own this piece of Path of Exile history.
The community response to the artbook reveal has been overwhelmingly positive, with many players expressing excitement about the visual direction of Path of Exile 2. However, some community members have noted that limiting the artbook to the premium supporter pack makes it inaccessible to players who can't afford the high-tier purchase.
With Path of Exile 2 bringing players back to Wraeclast 20 years after the events of the original game, this artbook provides valuable context for the visual evolution of the world and its inhabitants. The revamped Skill Gem system and 12 classes mentioned in the game overview will be complemented by the rich visual design documented in this collection.
For fans of dark fantasy art or those eagerly awaiting Path of Exile 2's release, this artbook represents a tangible piece of the creative process behind what promises to be one of the most ambitious ARPGs of 2024.