The Huntress: Path of Exile 2’s Next Big Reveal in Update 0.2

Exiles, the wait is almost over! With Path of Exile 2’s Update 0.2, titled "Dawn of the Hunt," set to launch on April 4, 2025, Grinding Gear Games (GGG) is gearing up to introduce the highly anticipated Huntress class. This Dexterity-based powerhouse has been teased for months, and now, as we approach the March 27 livestream reveal, the excitement is palpable. For fans eager to dive into fresh content, the Huntress promises to bring a dynamic blend of melee and ranged combat to the brutal world of Wraeclast. Let’s break down what we know so far and what this new class could mean for the game.

The Huntress is poised to be a pure-Dexterity counterpart to the Ranger, wielding spears as her signature weapon. Unlike the Ranger’s focus on bows and ranged precision, the Huntress blends up-close spear thrusts with ranged throws, offering a versatile "in-and-out" playstyle. Early gameplay snippets from past showcases—like Gamescom 2023—highlight skills such as Whirling Slash, which creates an expanding whirlwind, and Storm Spear, a lightning-infused throw that strikes multiple foes. This hybrid approach could appeal to players who crave adaptability, though some wonder if her lack of tankiness might leave her vulnerable in the chaos of endgame encounters.

Update 0.2 isn’t just about the Huntress—it’s a massive content drop that signals GGG’s commitment to evolving Path of Exile 2 during Early Access. Alongside her debut, we’re expecting new skill gems, support gems like Batter Shout and Volcanic Eruption, and possibly even new Ascendancies for existing classes like the Mercenary. The spear itself opens up build diversity for other classes, too, with its melee-to-ranged potential. Add in balance changes, endgame tweaks like enhanced Towers, and whispers of a new league mechanic, and "Dawn of the Hunt" is shaping up to be a game-changer—literally and figuratively.

What really has the community buzzing is how the Huntress will fit into the meta. Her Dexterity focus places her near the Ranger’s starting point on the passive skill tree, surrounded by nodes boosting evasion, attack speed, and critical strikes. This suggests a high-mobility, glass-cannon playstyle that could shine in clearing mobs or dodging boss mechanics. However, her success might hinge on Ascendancy options—will they lean into bleed effects, nature-themed abilities, or raw spear mastery? With the livestream just days away, players are already theorycrafting builds, hoping she’ll carve out a unique niche rather than feel like a Ranger reskin.

As we count down to April 4, the Huntress represents more than just a new class—she’s a sign of Path of Exile 2’s ambitious future. With only six of the planned twelve classes currently available, her arrival marks a step toward GGG’s goal of doubling the game’s content by the full release. Whether you’re a veteran exile or a newcomer, the "Dawn of the Hunt" update offers a fresh reason to return to Wraeclast. Tune in on March 27 at 12 PM PDT for the full reveal, and get ready to hunt—or be hunted—in this thrilling next chapter.