Path of Exile: Crucible is the latest expansion to the popular action RPG game, Path of Exile. The expansion is set to launch on April 7th, and many players are eagerly waiting for the release. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the Path of Exile: Crucible release time and the new features it brings.
Path of Exile: Crucible Release Time
The Crucible expansion is set to release on April 7th at 10 am PDT. This is the time when the realm goes down, and patching begins shortly after. The servers go live at 1 pm PDT, and players can join the Crucible League once the countdown on the front page ends.
POE Crucible 3.21 Patch Download Size
The patch size for the update will be around 8.5GB. It’s recommended to start downloading the update as soon as possible to avoid any delays in joining the league.
POE 3.21 Patch Notes
Here are some of the new content and features that players can expect to see in the Path of Exile 3.21 patch:
New Vaal Skill Gems
The update will introduce nine new Vaal Skill Gems, including Vaal Absolution, Vaal Animate Weapon, Vaal Arctic Armour, Vaal Domination, Vaal Firestorm, Vaal Ice Shot, Vaal Lightning Arrow, Vaal Reap, and Vaal Rejuvenation Totem. These powerful gems offer new ways to approach combat and can be obtained by using Vaal Orbs on existing skill gems.
New Atlas Gateways
Three pairs of Atlas Gateways will be added to the Atlas Passive Skill Tree. Allocating an Atlas Gateway allows players to allocate its connected Gateway on the other side of the Atlas, and then any Atlas Passive Skills connected from there. This feature offers new opportunities for character customization and map exploration.
New Skill Gems
The update will also introduce several new Skill Gems, including Snipe, Manaforged Arrows, and Prismatic Burst. Snipe is a new Dexterity Skill Gem that allows players to charge up their bow and release a powerful arrow or trigger one supported bow skill for each stage gained.
Manaforged Arrows is a new Dexterity/Intelligence Support Gem that supports bow attack skills and deals more damage based on their mana cost. Prismatic Burst is a new Intelligence Support Gem that triggers the Prismatic Burst spell, dealing damage of a random type in an area.
New Unique Items and Divination Cards
Over 10 new Unique Items will be added in the Path of Exile 3.21 update, along with five new Divination Cards designed by supporters of the game. These items and cards offer new ways to customize characters and obtain powerful loot.
Currency Stacking and Vendor Changes
Several changes have been made to the game’s currency and vendor systems. The stack size for the Orb of Alchemy, the Vaal Orb, the Chaos Orb, the Tainted Chaos Orb, the Eldritch Chaos Orb, and the Veiled Chaos Orb has been increased to twenty. Rare items may now be discovered at vendors, and items now stay in a vendor’s shop for numerous levels. (You can read the complete Path of Exile 3.21 patch notes on the game’s official website)
Conclusion
The Path of Exile: Crucible release time is just around the corner, and players are eagerly anticipating the new 3.21 patch content and the feature it brings. The expansion introduces new Vaal Skill Gems, Atlas Gateways, and Support Gems that offer unique and powerful abilities for players to explore. Whether you’re a new player or a veteran, Path of Exile: Crucible is an exciting new addition to the game.
