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The first choice for any new player is to choose their [[league]]. A league is effectively the world within the [[character]] operates - it is impossible to interact with players or [[item]]s inbetween leagues, unless it is the character itself that is changing leagues. | The first choice for any new player is to choose their [[league]]. A league is effectively the world within the [[character]] operates - it is impossible to interact with players or [[item]]s inbetween leagues, unless it is the character itself that is changing leagues. | ||
There are two types of leagues: permanent leagues, and challenge leagues. Standard League is the main permanent league; as the term "permanent" suggests, it has been running since the release of the game and will continue indefinitely. As a result of running for so long, it is plagued with | There are two types of leagues: permanent leagues, and challenge leagues. Standard League is the main permanent league; as the term "permanent" suggests, it has been running since the release of the game and will continue indefinitely. As a result of running for so long, it is plagued with vast wealth accumulation, balance issues and a stale economy. | ||
Challenge leagues are introduced every 3-4 months. For those who exclusive play challenge leagues (the vast majority of the player base), they represent a total reset - everyone starts off with the same footing. Along with new [[unique]] items, [[monster]]s, areas, and balance changes, challenge leagues also introduce a "League Mechanic" exclusive to the league and not available in Standard. At the end of a challenge league's duration, all its characters and items will be moved to Standard. | Challenge leagues are introduced every 3-4 months. For those who exclusive play challenge leagues (the vast majority of the player base), they represent a total reset - everyone starts off with the same footing. Along with new [[unique]] items, [[monster]]s, areas, and balance changes, challenge leagues also introduce a "League Mechanic" exclusive to the league and not available in Standard. At the end of a challenge league's duration, all its characters and items will be moved to Standard. | ||
Revision as of 09:00, 13 August 2023
This is a guide on the subject of introducing new players to Path of Exile.
Last updated on WIP.
This is a guide for new players to Path of Exile. No previous experience in any game is required. While this guide may provide helpful information, it is not a walkthrough - it is recommended for those seeking exact guides on what to do to find a reliable content creator on youtube and follow their guides. Any questions not answered by this guide are best answered by asked on the official Discord server.
League selection
The first choice for any new player is to choose their league. A league is effectively the world within the character operates - it is impossible to interact with players or items inbetween leagues, unless it is the character itself that is changing leagues.
There are two types of leagues: permanent leagues, and challenge leagues. Standard League is the main permanent league; as the term "permanent" suggests, it has been running since the release of the game and will continue indefinitely. As a result of running for so long, it is plagued with vast wealth accumulation, balance issues and a stale economy.
Challenge leagues are introduced every 3-4 months. For those who exclusive play challenge leagues (the vast majority of the player base), they represent a total reset - everyone starts off with the same footing. Along with new unique items, monsters, areas, and balance changes, challenge leagues also introduce a "League Mechanic" exclusive to the league and not available in Standard. At the end of a challenge league's duration, all its characters and items will be moved to Standard.
For the above stated reasons, it is recommended for first-time players to choose the current challenge league (Crucible at time of writing) and to not select the Solo Self-Found, Hardcore, or Ruthless radio buttons. SSF, HC, and Ruthless (as they are called) are optional game modes. More information can be found on their respective pages.