Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 PC Freezing Issues
Path of Exile 2, the highly anticipated sequel from Grinding Gear Games, offers a Diablo-like experience, but some players are encountering frustrating PC freezes. This guide outlines solutions to resolve these issues, offering temporary fixes while waiting for official patches.
Common Fixes:
Several in-game settings adjustments may alleviate freezing:
- Graphics API: Experiment with switching between Vulkan and DirectX 11 at launch.
- V-Sync: Disable V-Sync in the graphics settings.
- Multithreading: Deactivate multithreading in the graphics settings.
Advanced Solution (Requires Manual Steps):
If the above adjustments prove ineffective, a more involved workaround, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, can help manage the issue:
- Launch the Game: Start Path of Exile 2.
- Open Task Manager: Access your PC's Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc). Click "Details."
- Adjust Affinity: Right-click on "POE2.exe" and select "Set Affinity."
- Disable Cores: Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.
This method doesn't entirely prevent freezes, but it allows you to force-quit the game via Task Manager and relaunch without a full system reboot, saving time. Remember, you must repeat this process for each game session.
While these solutions provide temporary relief, stay tuned to The Escapist for further updates, tips, and guides, including optimal character builds.
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