PoE 2 early access launches 6th December

[Mummelmann]

Managed to play a couple of hours now, first impressions are solid. Lots of QoL improvements from the original, it's clear that they take feedback seriously. Overall, the game is really, really hard compared to the first one. I don't think I died a single time in my first 1-2 hours playing the original, but I've died at least 20 times during these two hours. Bosses hit hard and healing is limited. Even regular mobs are a challenge if you maneuver wrong, getting stunned out of AoE attacks is a common issue in combat. Controls seem somewhat off for now, some have said that it feels geared towards controller use, and I'm inclined to agree right now. It probably just takes some time to get used to, but it doesn't feel like a regular ARPG as far as movement and positioning go. Effects and overall visuals are amazing, properly gorgeous, especially spell and elemental effects. Atmosphere and music is S-tier so far, this is old-school ARPG stuffing in a really nice and modern suit!