When Path of Exile 2 finally hit early access, it wasn’t just another game launch — it was a moment years in the making. The legacy of Path of Exile (PoE1), the beloved free-to-play action RPG developed by New Zealand-based Grinding Gear Games (GGG), loomed large. Known for its punishing depth, intricate passive skill tree, and a complex economy that rivaled real-world marketplaces,...