Path of Exile 2 has seen a strong reception since its early access launch, with many players diving into POE2 Currency Wraeclast’s perilous landscapes. However, as with any large-scale release, not all feedback has been positive.

One of the most pressing concerns raised by the community centers around the game's loot drop system. Many players have voiced frustration over the perceived lack of rewarding loot, particularly from rare monsters and unique bosses. In response, Grinding Gear Games (GGG), the developer behind Path of Exile 2, has outlined their plans to address these concerns and improve the game’s reward structure.

Loot Drop Frustration in the Early Access Period

The Path of Exile franchise has always been known for its complex and rewarding loot system, with rare items, unique gear, and currency drops being central to player progression. However, as players ventured deeper into Path of Exile 2, many felt that the loot they were receiving didn’t adequately reflect the effort required to defeat powerful monsters, especially rare enemies with multiple modifiers or endgame bosses with high difficulty.

In a recent forum post, GGG acknowledged the issue, stating:

"One of the major problems that players have been experiencing is feeling that the game is not rewarding enough. This is an area that we have to be very careful when adjusting because it's very hard to reduce drops if we increase them by too much."

The main concern is that while rare monsters in endgame areas were difficult and presented significant challenges, the loot they dropped did not seem to justify their difficulty. Players have been encountering instances where even after defeating a unique boss or a particularly tough rare monster, the rewards felt underwhelming. This has led to Path of Exile 2 Orbs frustration, particularly during moments when players expected better loot to reflect the challenge of the fight.