There is no better time to be an ARPG fan than now, as Path of Exile 2 is almost ready for full release. In early access, the game already gives a taste of its immersive world that awaits exploration. Once fully launched, it will feature new campaigns spreading across six acts.
However, what sets Path of Exile 2 apart is its roster of more than 100 tough and diverse bosses that will challenge the players to their limits. So, without wasting time, let us look at Path of Exile 2 bosses.
Act 1 Bosses
| Boss Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Bloated Miller | The Riverbank |
| Carrion Crone | Clearfell |
| The Devourer | The Mud Burrow |
| The Devourer | The Mud Burrow |
| The Rust King | The Red Vale |
| The King in the Mists | The Canopy |
| Asinia Praetor Consort | The Tomb |
| Draven Eternal Praetor | The Mausoleum |
| Lachlann of Endless Lament | The Graveyard |
| The Executioner | Ogham Village |
| The Crowbell | Hunting Grounds |
| The Iron Count (Act Boss) | The Iron Manor |
Act 2 Bosses
| Boss Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Rathbreaker | Vastiri Outskirts |
| Rattlecage | Traitor’s Passage |
| L’im The Impaler | The Ancient Gates |
| The Perennial King | The Ancient Gates |
| Deathlord of Blackrib Pit and Ekbab + Ancient Steed | The Bone Pits |
| Rudj + Dread Engineer | The Foundry |
| The Colossus | The Titan Grotto |
| Constrictor Queen Kabala | The Lost City of Keth |
| The Ninth Treasure of Keth | - |
| Azarian: The Forsaken Son | The Keth Sanctum |
Act 3 Bosses
| Boss Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Rootdredge | Sandswept Marsh |
| Mighty Silverfist | - |
| Xyclucian, the Chimera | - |
| Blackjaw, the Remnant | Upper Machinarium |
| Zicoatl, Warden of the Core | Lower Machinarium |
| Ignagduk, the Bog Witch | The Carver Bog |
| Mektul, the Forgemaster | - |
| Uxmal, the Beastlord | - |
| The Queen of Filth | - |
| Ketzuli, High Priest of the Sun | - |
| Doryani, Royal Thaumaturge: Act 3 final Boss | - |
Understanding Path of Exile 2 Boss Fight Mechanics
click to enlargeIf you have played Path of Exile’s first edition, you’ll notice that Path of Exile 2 introduces key changes to boss mechanics. Bosses in PoE2 feature more intricate attack patterns and telegraphed moves, requiring players to dodge and react more precisely.
Bossfight mechanisms follow multiphase attacks, where battles progress through different stages. Each stage exposes the player to new challenges or gameplay elements.
Usually, the next phase is automatically triggered when the boss's health reaches a critical point. The battle starts with predictable attack patterns, but eventually, it develops into stronger abilities from the boss.
Moreover, environmental hazards also play a role in adding to the challenge. For example, a part of the arena will have lava that spreads across the floor. Stepping into that causes damage over time. If one needs to move between those safe spots quickly or wait until a hazard passes by you, it makes your victory even more rewarding to figure out how to handle them.
That is all you need to know about the bosses in Path of Exile 2. The game will contain a total of six acts. So, you can expect a bit more information regarding bosses as we get more updates.
Meanwhile, you can check out how long it will take to beat Path of Exile 2.
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