New to Path of Exile 2 or PoE as a whole? This page will outline everything you need to know as a beginner, as well as some recommended new player builds to get you started.
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Beginner Guide
Start off by learning the basics in our fundamental Beginner Guide, before picking a Class below
Ranger
Ranger is the classic Bow-wielding, ranged combatant. Spray down enemies with arrows in swift and mobile combat
Huntress
The Huntress is a Dexterity Class, focused on a blend of melee and ranged combat with Spears as their signature weapon
Mercenary
The Mercenary utilizes Crossbows, providing a different experience to the Ranger, using Grenades and Bolts to mow down monsters
Warrior
Warrior is the classic tanky melee class, specializing in wielding large weapons and fighting in close-combat
Druid
A hybrid of Strength and Intelligence, the Druid shapeshifts into a multitude of beasts, utilizing both Spells and Attacks to maul enemies
Monk
The Monk is a swift melee combatant, dashing and weaving across the map with a flurry of quick attacks
Sorceress
Sorceress is the classic spellcaster, weaving a multitude of Elemental Spells to lay waste to enemies
Witch
The Witch provides alternative spellcasting gameplay, using occult magic to summon an undead army or spread chaos damage
Recommended Beginner Guides
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Endgame Builds
Once you finish the campaign and understand the basics, explore the wide breadth of endgame builds to try out