Path of Exile 2 is about to heat up with its first competitive event series, kicking off March 2, 2025. As Grinding Gear Games polishes the 0.2.0 content update (due in about a month), they’re unleashing a trio of races to test your skills in Path of Exile 2 Early Access races. Open to all players on PC and console, these races offer a shot at exclusive Demigod items and, for one lucky champ, a tricked-out Alienware laptop.
Therefore, in this guide on PoE 2 March Races, we will go over everything new coming your way.
The Setup: Race to Doryani
Each race tasks you with being the first to slay Doryani in Act 3, a brutal showdown in a Standard Solo Self-Found (SSF) fixed-layout environment. Solo Self-Found means no trading or party help, just you, your wits, and what you scavenge. The layout is static, so memorizing the path to Doryani is key.
Races in PoE 2 start March 2, 9, and 16. Join via the “Join” button on the Character Select screen, create your racer, and wait for the synchronized start.
Prizes Worth Fighting For
The loot’s legendary. Each race awards six Path of Exile Demigod items, one per class. Nail the fastest kill in your class, and it’s yours. These are the first in a future Demigod armor and weapon set, so winning multiple races could deck you out over time. Post-race, a Remove-Only stash tab lands in your core leagues.
The grand prize? The March 16 winner snags an Alienware m16 R2 laptop, Intel Core Ultra 7, RTX 4070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD.
Strategy Tips
- Know the Layout: The fixed map is your edge. Practice Act 1-3 in SSF beforehand—focus on speed, not sidequests. Doryani’s lair isn’t changing, so learn the fastest route.
- Class Choice: Pick a class you vibe with. Ranger’s mobility, Sorceress’s AoE, or Warrior’s tankiness? Each has strengths—test them pre-race.
- Gems Matter: PoE2’s new skill gem system means no gear socketing. Grab self-contained gems that synergize early—like a Ranger’s piercing shot or Monk’s combo strikes.
- Death Is Costly: That one-minute penalty can end you. Prioritize survival gear (life, resists) over pure DPS until you’re confident.
- Join Early: Latecomers don’t get a head start—be ready when the clock hits zero.
Rules and Fair Play
No entry fee, no streaming required, and no limit on races in PoE 2. Just win as many PoE 2 Demigod items as you can. But keep it clean: offensive names (even sneaky ones) get you DQ’d, and GGG staff/alpha testers can’t claim prizes. Check ladders in real-time via posted links to size up the competition.
Conclusion
This will be for our Path of Exile 2 Race Guide. Beyond bragging rights, these events shape PoE2’s competitive scene. With a shared PC/console prize pool and future races planned, Path of Exile 2 March Races are your chance to shine early. Gear up, study the path, and claim your Demigod legacy!