Path of Exile 3.27 Expansion – Release Date, Livestream Reveal, and What to Expect

Oct-09-2025

Grinding Gear Games has officially confirmed that Path of Exile 3.27 will launch on October 31, 2025 (PDT). To build anticipation, a livestream reveal of the expansion's full content is scheduled for October 23, 2025. Meanwhile, the current league, Mercenaries of Trarthus, is slated to conclude on October 27, 2025.

Path of Exile 3.27 Release Schedule

The official release timeline follows Grinding Gear Games' familiar four-month development cycle:

October 23, 2025: Global reveal livestream with new trailer and developer commentary.

October 27, 2025: End of the current Mercenaries of Trarthus league.

October 31, 2025: Launch of the Path of Exile 3.27 expansion on PC and console.

This structure mirrors the studio's consistent update rhythm, ensuring players always have new content to chase before the year ends.

What Path of Exile 3.27 Might Include

While GGG has not yet revealed the official title or patch notes for PoE 3.27, the community already has strong expectations based on past expansions and subtle developer hints.

Here's what players are hoping — and speculating — will appear in the new expansion:

1. A Brand-New League Mechanic

Every Path of Exile expansion introduces a fresh gameplay system that redefines the league experience. Fans expect a new league mechanic centered on combat variation, map strategy, or unique reward structures. Some even speculate it could tie into mercenary themes or asynchronous play introduced in PoE 2.

2. Major Trading System Improvements

One of the most consistent community requests is a modernized trading system. Many believe PoE 3.27 could implement asynchronous trading or merchant tabs, inspired by Path of Exile 2's features. Offline buyouts and automated listings would be a game-changer for players who dislike manual whisper trading.

3. Integration of Mercenaries from 3.26

The Mercenaries of Trarthus mechanic might become part of the core game. GGG often integrates previous league systems — sometimes simplified or rebalanced — into the base experience. Players are curious to see if companions or mercenary skills will survive into the new league.

4. Endgame Atlas and Boss Updates

Expect new Atlas nodes, unique bosses, and revamped maps. Every major expansion introduces endgame tuning, and 3.27 should continue this trend with adjusted progression paths and improved reward structures for high-tier mapping.

5. Balance Changes and Quality-of-Life Upgrades

GGG typically pairs each expansion with sweeping balance updates and QoL improvements. PoE 3.27 may include skill reworks, item tweaks, stash sorting improvements, and interface polish to streamline gameplay for both new and veteran players.

If you plan to dive into Path of Exile 3.27, now is the perfect time to get ready. Complete remaining challenges and craft your last gear before Mercenaries of Trarthus ends on October 27.

Final Thoughts

The Path of Exile 3.27 expansion is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated updates of 2025. While we'll need to wait until October 23 to learn the full details, one thing is certain — Wraeclast is about to change again.

Stay tuned for MMOSO’s Path of Exile news — the full patch notes and gameplay details for the 3.27 expansion will be revealed soon.