
The eagerly awaited arrival of Path of Exile 2 has been a hit, as more than a million players have claimed their Early Access keys, making this weekend quite bustling. In fact, when the game was launched, its servers became overwhelmed and crashed, but given its widespread popularity, that’s understandable.
Fortunately, things have smoothed out, allowing me to explore Path of Exile 2 on my Steam Deck. Although it hasn’t yet earned the Steam Deck Verified label, the developers are actively working towards this achievement. For now, the game can be played—at least in the early stages (the late-game performance with its demanding visual effects is still under discussion). Here are the optimal settings for Path of Exile 2 on the Steam Deck that I’ve discovered to strike a balance between performance and visuals.