In late 2024, Path of Exile 2 embarked on its journey into Early Access, captivating players with a series of updates aimed at refining gameplay and addressing key concerns. The upcoming 0.2.0 update, aptly named Dawn of the Hunt, promises to introduce a host of new features, including a fresh class known as the Huntress, a comprehensive revamp of the endgame experience, and an array of new unique items and maps.
This significant update is marked as a substantial expansion for Path of Exile 2; however, it is essential to note that only those who have invested in an Early Access Supporter Pack will gain access to the new content upon its release. This guide elaborates on the release timeline for Dawn of the Hunt and outlines when players can expect to download and engage with the latest patch.
Release Timeline for PoE 2: Dawn of the Hunt
Patch 0.2.0 Release Date and Time

The eagerly anticipated Dawn of the Hunt (0.2.0) patch is slated for release on April 4, 2025. Notably, there will not be an early access period preceding this update; thus, all Early Access participants can expect to dive into the new content simultaneously on release day.
Prior to the launch, the game servers will likely go offline for maintenance. Players are advised to close the game and prepare for the update to version 0.2.0 on their chosen platforms as the launch time approaches.
Scheduled Launch Time for PoE 2
The Dawn of the Hunt update for Path of Exile 2 is set to debut at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) on April 4. As it will be a global release, variations in time zones mean that players located east of Eastern Europe may have to wait until after midnight on April 5 to download and access the patch.
To determine the launch time for your area, consider converting 12:00 p.m. PDT to your local time. For your convenience, a launch time chart is provided below for reference across various common time zones.
Launch Time Chart for Dawn of the Hunt
Time Zone |
PoE 2 0.2.0 Launch Times |
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PDT |
Noon, (April 4) |
MDT |
01:00 p.m. (April 4) |
EDT |
03:00 p.m. (April 4) |
BST |
08:00 p.m. (April 4) |
CET |
09:00 p.m. (April 4) |
UTC+5:30 |
12:30 a.m. (April 5) |
SGT |
03:00 a.m. (April 5) |
JST |
04:00 a.m. (April 5) |
AEDT |
06:00 a.m. (April 5) |
NZDT |
08:00 a.m. (April 5) |