The recent patch notes for Path of Exile 2 have raised eyebrows in the community regarding the efficacy of curses. Players have taken to Reddit to voice their frustrations, particularly regarding the potential impact on Hexblast builds following the upcoming changes. According to user AeonChaos, the new 1.5-second delay on curses suggests that the developers may be aiming for a more turn-based experience, which has led to quite a few jokes among the player base.
“POE 2 vision: Turn Based RPG”
The Root of Player Concerns
User SexyIntelligence highlighted a critical question directed at developers: “If you don’t want one-button builds, why add MORE delay to curses?”The prospect of waiting 1500 ms for a curse to activate seems counterintuitive. Such a delay could make the game feel less engaging, as many other online games would struggle if players faced long wait times for their skills to trigger.
Impact on Gameplay Dynamics
Community member Mirroroe pointed out that the intention behind the change was to foster “meaningful combat,”aiming to enhance player interactions. However, the outcome seems to leave curses feeling significantly weaker than before. Many players fear that enemies may easily escape the effect zones of curses before they can even activate, a common occurrence even before these changes.
Reddit user Cr4ckshooter emphasized that the issue lies not solely with the introduced delay but also with the speed at which enemies move. If enemies were slower, the discrepancy would be less pronounced. This has left many players baffled as to the developers’ rationale for this specific update.
Looking Forward to Future Updates
The overwhelming response towards the curse changes suggests potential challenges for those looking to integrate curse mechanics into their gameplay. As someone eager to experiment with the new Lich Ascendancy for the Witch class, the introduction of these delays could make for a frustrating gaming experience.
However, it’s important to note that much of the new content, including support gems and unique items, has yet to be disclosed. There’s potential that new additions could expedite curse casts, creating a more balanced experience. Ultimately, curses are likely being adjusted with the next patch in mind rather than the existing state of the game.
While the current information hints at a challenging environment for Hexblast and curse builds, the full scope of the upcoming patch (0.2.0) remains to be seen. With more details on gems and unique items expected soon, there’s still hope that these modifications could lead to a more enjoyable and balanced gameplay experience in the world of Path of Exile 2.