The Path of Exile 2 update 0.4.0, titled "The Last of the Druids," is set to launch on December 12, 2025. This patch is the third major update for PoE 2's Early Access and introduces the long-awaited Druid class, which is the first to combine Strength and Intelligence attributes. Players can expect major endgame changes, including potential overhauls of map controls and new weapon types, possibly swords. The update will also include a free weekend from December 12 to 15 across PC, PS5, and Xbox, allowing more players to experience the game.

Ahead of the release, Grinding Gear Games will host a live stream on December 4 at 11 AM PST to reveal further details and showcase key features. The Druid class promises shapeshifting abilities (transformations into animals like bears or wolves), nature-based magic, and a hybrid melee and casting playstyle. Additionally, the patch might bring new league mechanics and significant lore expansions cementing the story beyond early acts.