The launch of Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5.5 and the Forbidden Rites Event League creates a fresh economy and a new opportunity to build wealth early. Forbidden Rites begins on September 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM PDT and runs until the Path of Exile 2 1.0 launch on December 11, 2026. GGG has also confirmed that the event uses a fresh economy, while the broader 0.5.5 improvements apply beyond the event itself.
Path of Exile 2 is bringing back one of the most recognizable skills from the original game: Cyclone. However, this isn't simply a direct port of the classic spin-to-win ability. Grinding Gear Games has redesigned Cyclone around Path of Exile 2's more tactical combat system, tying it closely to the Duelist, sword-based combat, stances, elemental surfaces, and combo mechanics.
Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5.5 is bringing players into a brand-new event league with the launch of Forbidden Rites on September 4, 2026. Rather than being a short one-month event, Forbidden Rites will run alongside Runes of Aldur and continue until the Path of Exile 2 1.0 full release. GGG has also confirmed that the event comes with a fresh economy, eight challenges, and exclusive cosmetic rewards.