Path of Exile 2 will effectively be Steam Deck verified by the end of May, which bodes very well for the prospect of a Switch 2 release
Path of Exile 2 will achieve Steam Deck verification status by the end of May 2026, developer Grinding Gear Games announced. The necessary changes to meet Valve’s verification requirements will be implemented with patch 0.5.0, launching on May 29th. While Valve’s official verification process may take slightly longer to complete, all technical requirements will be met with this update.
Patch 0.5.0 marks a significant milestone for the action RPG, as it will be the final major patch before Path of Exile 2 transitions out of early access. The game’s full 1.0 release is expected to arrive later in 2026, representing the game’s official launch following its early access period.
The achievement of Steam Deck verification carries broader implications for the game’s future platform expansion. The news suggests that the technical groundwork being laid for handheld gaming could facilitate potential ports to other devices, with speculation about a possible Nintendo Switch 2 release. Game director and studio co-founder Jonathan Rogers discussed the Steam Deck optimization work with media outlets ahead of the announcement.
This development demonstrates Grinding Gear Games’ commitment to expanding Path of Exile 2’s accessibility across different gaming platforms and form factors as the game approaches its full release.