Grinding Gear Games has officially announced the launch date for Path of Exile 2's highly anticipated Dawn of the Hunt league. Players can mark their calendars for April 4, 2025, when the new content will go live simultaneously on PC and console platforms.
Dawn of the Hunt Launch Schedule Revealed
The wait is almost over for fans eager to dive into the next chapter of Path of Exile 2. Grinding Gear Games has confirmed that the Dawn of the Hunt league will launch on April 4, 2025, with a synchronized release across all platforms.
The official launch timeline is as follows:
- April 4, 2025, 1:00 PM EDT: PC realms go down and patching begins
- April 4, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT: Servers go live for both PC and console players
For players concerned about timezone differences, the official Path of Exile 2 website displays times in your local timezone when logged into your account. If you're experiencing issues with timezone display, the developers recommend checking the countdown on the game's front page.
Patch Size and Pre-Download Options
Players should prepare for a substantial download on launch day. The Dawn of the Hunt update weighs in at approximately 31GB for PC users (both standalone client and Steam), while console players will need to download around 27GB.
To help mitigate launch day congestion, Grinding Gear Games has provided several pre-download options:
Console Pre-Download
Console players can begin pre-downloading the update immediately, ensuring they're ready to jump in as soon as servers go live.
PC Torrent Pre-Download
PC players using the standalone client can take advantage of a torrent pre-download option. However, there are important caveats to note:
- The torrent includes only the GGPK file, which contains all existing client content
- Once patching officially begins, the GGPK file must be copied to your installation folder
- This option is not compatible with Steam or Epic Games clients
- Additional files will still need to be updated when patching officially begins
The torrent can be downloaded from the official Path of Exile website.
What's New in Dawn of the Hunt?
While specific details about the new league mechanics remain under wraps, Dawn of the Hunt represents the next major content update for the game. Players can expect new challenges, items, and gameplay features consistent with Grinding Gear Games' history of substantial league updates.
Last Chance for Limited-Time Content
With the arrival of Dawn of the Hunt, players have their final opportunity to acquire the Settlers Mystery Box before it's replaced with a new mystery box offering. Additionally, players looking to support the game can purchase Path of Exile 2: Early Access or Settlers of Kalguur Supporter packs, which include points for the in-game store.
Twitch Drops Campaign
As part of the launch celebration, Grinding Gear Games is running a Twitch Drops campaign. Players can earn free cosmetic items simply by watching their favorite Path of Exile content creators on Twitch. Full details about the Twitch Drops program can be found in the official forum post.
With less than 24 hours until servers go live, excitement is building in the Path of Exile community. Whether you're a veteran player or newcomer to Wraeclast, Dawn of the Hunt promises a fresh start and new adventures in one of the most respected action RPGs on the market.