Grinding Gear Games has announced an exclusive reward for Path of Exile 2 fans. Players can earn the Executioner's Guillotine Unique Finisher Effect by watching two hours of PoE2 streams during the Dawn of the Hunt update reveal on March 27, 2025. This marks the game's first major content update since entering Early Access.
Dawn of the Hunt Update Reveal Coming March 27th
Grinding Gear Games is preparing to showcase Path of Exile 2's first major content update since the game's Early Access launch in December 2024. The "Dawn of the Hunt" update will be revealed during a special GGG Live broadcast on March 27, 2025, at 12 PM PDT.
To celebrate this milestone, the developers are offering viewers a chance to earn an exclusive in-game reward through Twitch Drops - the Executioner's Guillotine Unique Finisher Effect, which delivers a satisfyingly gruesome finishing move against enemies.
How to Earn the Executioner's Guillotine Effect
Earning this exclusive finisher effect is straightforward but requires some preparation. Here's what you need to do:
- Link your Path of Exile account to your Twitch account
- Watch any Path of Exile 2 stream with drops enabled for a total of 2 hours
- Redeem your reward from your Twitch Inventory before the promotional period ends
The Twitch Drops will be active from 12 PM PDT until 10 PM PDT on March 27, 2025, giving players a 10-hour window to accumulate their two hours of watch time. You can watch the official GGG Live broadcast on the Path of Exile Twitch channel or any other channel streaming Path of Exile 2 with drops enabled.
What if I miss the Twitch Drop window?
If you're unable to participate in the Twitch Drops event, don't worry. Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that the Executioner's Guillotine Unique Finisher Effect will be available for purchase from the in-game store at a later date, though earning it through the Twitch promotion is the only way to get it for free.
Account Linking Instructions
To ensure you're eligible for the Twitch Drops, you'll need to link your Path of Exile and Twitch accounts before the event begins. Here's how:
- Visit the Path of Exile Twitch Settings page while logged in
- If your account isn't already connected, click the "Connect" button for Twitch under "Other Connections"
- Complete the authentication process on Twitch
- You'll be redirected back to your settings page where you should see confirmation that your accounts are linked
Cross-Game Rewards
In an interesting twist, Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that rewards earned in Path of Exile 2 won't be exclusive to the sequel. The Executioner's Guillotine effect will be immediately available in Path of Exile 2 upon redemption, and will later be added to Path of Exile 1 as well, ensuring players can enjoy their cosmetic rewards across both games.
For Content Creators
Streamers who want to enable Twitch Drops for their viewers during the event can do so through their Twitch Creator Dashboard. This allows their audience to progress toward earning the Executioner's Guillotine effect while watching their channel instead of the official broadcast.
What to expect from Dawn of the Hunt?
While specific details about the Dawn of the Hunt update remain under wraps, this represents the first major content expansion for Path of Exile 2 since it entered Early Access. The developers have expressed excitement about sharing what they've been working on, suggesting significant new content and possibly gameplay improvements.
The update reveal is scheduled for March 27, 2025, at 12 PM PDT (3 PM EDT, 7 PM UTC) on the official Path of Exile Twitch channel. Fans can follow the Path of Exile Twitter, Facebook, or Forums for additional updates leading up to the livestream.