7 Shapeshifting
If spears do not sound interesting, certain passives in Path of exile currency the new Ascendancy classes allow players to use bows as melee weapons, opening up melee and ranged hybrid playstyles. Just these two additions will add dramatic build variety and replay value to the game, giving Path of Exile 2 a major leg up compared to its competition.

Another common fan request, there are now skills to transform into beasts. New skill gems allow players to toggle on beast forms, ranging from a werewolf to a bear. There is also a class-exclusive cat form that is focused on critical hits.

6 Combat Improvements
Not only does this allow for new playstyles, but it also helps support those builds struggling with certain mechanics. Need more survivability in your ballista build? Turn into a bear. Want to gain powerful melee buffs to fight alongside your undead army? Turn into a werewolf. The build possibilities will be staggering with this addition, putting RPGS like The Witcher 3to shame.

Many combat improvements have been made over the years through countless updates, but Path of Exile 2 will be making even more changes to make combat more impactful.

Arrows will stick to surfaces when struck, enemies recoil when hit, and visual effects have been massively improved. Animations have also received some love, allowing for more fluid movement between the usage of POE orbs for sale skills. It also looks significantly less janky and more polished.