Path of Exile 2 Optimizations: Fix PC Freeze

Troubleshooting Path of Exile 2 PC Freezes: A Guide to Smooth Gameplay

Grinding Gear Games' Path of Exile 2, a Diablo-like action RPG, has seen some players experience frustrating PC freezes, particularly during loading screens or gameplay. While an official patch is anticipated, several workarounds can mitigate this issue.

Initial Troubleshooting Steps:

Several in-game settings adjustments may resolve the problem:

• Graphics API: Experiment with switching between Vulkan and DirectX 11 at game launch.
• V-Sync: Disable V-Sync in the graphics settings.
• Multithreading: Deactivate multithreading in the graphics options.

Advanced Solution (Requires Manual Intervention):

If the above steps are unsuccessful, a more involved method, suggested by Steam user svzanghi, can help:

1. Start the Game: Launch Path of Exile 2.
2. Access Task Manager: Open your PC's Task Manager and navigate to the "Details" tab.
3. Adjust CPU Affinity: Right-click on the POE2.exe process and select "Set Affinity."
4. Disable Cores: Uncheck the boxes for CPU 0 and CPU 1.

This workaround doesn't eliminate freezes entirely, but it allows for a graceful game exit via Task Manager, avoiding the need for a full system reboot. Remember, you'll need to repeat steps 2-4 each time you launch the game.

While these methods offer temporary solutions, keep an eye out for official patches from Grinding Gear Games. For more Path of Exile 2 guides and strategies, including optimal build options, consult The Escapist.