Common Path of Exile 2 problems

Common problems

• High ping or lag: Often Wi-Fi, faulty network gear or the ISP

  Means

  Latency jumps or packets get lost on the way to GGG's servers. GGG names Wi-Fi as one of the most common causes, followed by faulty network hardware and problems at your internet provider.

  First step

  Plug your PC into the router with an Ethernet cable to rule out Wi-Fi. All steps

• Game crashes: Often damaged game files, cache or settings

  Means

  The client closes or shows graphics errors. GGG says broken game files, a corrupted cache or a non-default setting can each cause crashes.

  First step

  Verify the game files: in Steam use Properties > Local Files > Verify integrity, in Epic use Verify. All steps

• Low FPS or stutter: Weak hardware, antivirus scans or old drivers

  Means

  The game runs slowly, stutters or pops in graphics late. GGG points to hardware below spec, antivirus scanning, slow drives and outdated drivers or Windows.

  First step

  Make sure your PC meets the minimum hardware specs. All steps