The eagerly anticipated first economy reset patch for Path of Exile 2, titled Dawn of the Hunt, is officially set to launch on April 4 at 7 PM UTC. This major update, labeled patch 0.2.0, promises not only a reset of the balance but also introduces a plethora of fresh League mechanics. While Grinding Gear Games (GGG) has revealed some details, a mere fraction of over 100 new Support Gems and unique chase items, crucial for shaping the new gameplay meta, remains under wraps until the launch.
With the patch release just around the corner, returning players are buzzing with excitement and curiosity about its timing. This article provides the exact release schedule tailored for different time zones around the globe, along with a countdown for the patch’s arrival.
Release Timing for Path of Exile 2 Dawn of the Hunt (Patch 0.2.0)
According to GGG, the Dawn of the Hunt patch will go live on April 4 at 12 PM PDT (7 PM UTC). For the first time in a while, players across all platforms will experience the update simultaneously, meaning there will be no advantage for PC gamers.
However, depending on where players are located, the patch may launch in the early hours of April 5 for some regions. Below is the breakdown of the start times for different locations worldwide:
- United States and South America: 12 PM PST / 1 PM MDT / 2 PM CDT / 3 PM EDT / 4 PM BRT (April 4, 2025)
- Europe: 7 PM GMT / 7 PM UTC / 8 PM CET / 9 PM EET (April 4, 2025)
- Asia: 11 PM GST (April 4, 2025) / 12:30 AM IST (April 5, 2025) / 3 AM PHT (April 5, 2025) / 3 AM CST (Beijing Time – April 5, 2025) / 4 AM JST/KST (April 5, 2025)
- Australia: 6 AM AEDT / 8 AM NZDT (April 5, 2025)
If your local timezone isn’t listed above, you can monitor the countdown to the launch of Path of Exile 2’s inaugural season, Dawn of the Hunt.
As you await this significant update, here are some critical aspects of Dawn of the Hunt that every player should know:
- Comprehensive Overview of New Features in Dawn of The Hunt
- Introduction to the Huntress Class in Path of Exile 2
- All New Ascendancies Available in PoE2: Dawn of The Hunt
- Detailed Path of Exile 2 Patch Notes for Update 0.2.0
- New Crafting Currencies Introduced in Dawn of The Hunt
Will There Be Preloading for Path of Exile 2 Dawn of the Hunt?
GGG has confirmed the availability of a preload for the standalone PC client prior to the update. However, players on Steam and console versions will not have preloads available at this time.
Is the Dawn of the Hunt Content Exclusive to a New Challenge League?
Traditionally, each new League in the Path of Exile series features its own dedicated Challenge League. Dawn of the Hunt will also follow this pattern, introducing a fresh economy designed to ensure a level playing field for all players. However, the exciting new mechanics and content from patch 0.2.0 will also be applied retroactively to the Standard League, allowing existing characters to benefit from enhancements like Item Recombining, Azmeri Wisps, and new Endgame maps.