Path of Exile 2 update 1.096 (version 1.096.000) is available to download on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official POE2 update 1.096 patch notes, the latest update 0.5.0b resolves several Atlas progression problems, fixes Martial Artist combat issues, corrects quest tracking errors, and restores console access to the Chaosborn Druid Twister microtransaction. Today’s Path of Exile 2 version 1.096.000 addresses multiple client crashes, including one affecting Japanese users.
Path of Exile 2 Update 0.5.0b Summary
- Fixed Atlas progression issues, including passive tree allocation, quest updates, and map generation problems.
- Resolved multiple Martial Artist and combat skill bugs affecting combos, dashes, and movement penalties.
- Fixed quest, UI, minimap, and item description errors across several systems.
- Addressed audio issues, restored a console microtransaction, and improved chest descriptions.
- Fixed multiple client crashes, including a crash affecting Japanese clients.
POE2 update 1.096 (v0.5.0b) Patch Notes – May 30, 2026
Atlas Fixes
- Fixed rare cases where Ocean maps could become unreachable due to missing connections.
- Fixed an issue preventing allocation of the final Atlas Passive Tree skills.
- Fixed an issue where the Atlas could not be closed immediately after Doryani revealed the Western and Eastern Gateways.
- Fixed a bug causing some Cities Atlas Passive Skills to apply multiple times.
- Corrected the Untold Histories Atlas Master bonus description to properly indicate an increased chance for Lineage Supports from Pinnacle Bosses.
- Fixed a bug where the Hilda Atlas Master Quest would not update if the client was closed during dialogue.
- Fixed an issue where Present-Day Temples could sometimes fail to generate.
- Fixed an issue where the Strange Reflection quest could fail to provide the “Investigate the Grand Mirror” objective after a disconnect or client closure.
Gameplay Fixes
- Fixed visual effects for certain Boss encounters not being preloaded.
- Fixed a bug where specific attacks could fail to generate combo while the Martial Master’s passive was allocated.
- Fixed multiple cases where Killing Palm and Staggering Palm extra dashes failed to hit targets.
- Fixed a bug allowing movement speed penalties to be bypassed by quickly tapping a channelled skill.
- Fixed an issue where Fragments of the Past and Conductive Runes could not be used while shapeshifted.
- Fixed a bug where the Remnants of Kalguur Skill could be placed on the skill bar despite being a Persistent Skill.
Quests and World
- Fixed an issue where the Decanter of Madness minimap icon appeared before being unlocked.
- Fixed the Tribal Medicine quest not completing correctly when using updated quest rewards.
- Fixed the Smithing Tools chest in Ogham Village spawning in the wrong location.
Items and Skills
- Fixed a bug where Olroth’s Conviction Lineage Support Gem could be obtained through remnant crafting.
- Fixed a missing level requirement on Olroth’s Conviction Lineage Support Gem.
- Updated the Atziri’s Impatience Lineage Support Gem description to clarify that it only supports self-used skills.
- Fixed an issue where some Breach Tablet modifiers were not displayed.
- Fixed a bug where the Perfect Exalted Orb Runeshape Combination appeared in the wrong Runeshape Tome category.
User Interface and Audio
- Fixed flask keybinds not displaying correctly.
- Fixed an issue where Charge Regulation was incorrectly displayed as “Charge Infusion” in some areas.
- Improved the description for Doryani Construct Chests.
- Fixed an issue where audio from microtransaction shop videos could restart after alt-tabbing.
Microtransactions
- Re-enabled the Chaosborn Druid Twister microtransaction for console players.
Crash Fixes
- Fixed a client crash affecting Japanese clients.
- Fixed an additional client crash.
Recently, a major POE2 update 1.068 released with improvement for the Fate of the Vaal League with stronger Vaal Unique modifiers, added quality-of-life options in Vaal content, balance adjustments, and a large number of bug fixes across skills, encounters, controllers, and stability. Unfortunately, some players have been experiencing several POE2 server and login issues. Today’s Path of Exile 2 version 1.096.000 will fix a few of these issues.
Download free Path of Exile 2 patch 1.096 on PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X/S.
 is now rolling out on PS5, PC and Xbox. Read the official POE2 update 1.096 patch notes.){kind=link}