Path of Exile 2 update 1.023 (version 1.023.000) is available to download on PS5 and Xbox players. According to the official POE2 update 1.023 patch notes, the latest POE 2 update resolves major game crashes, including one in The Red Vale and a server serialization issue. Today’s Path of Exile 2 version 1.023 also includes general stability and gameplay performance improvements.
POE2 Update 1.023 Patch Notes – April 5, 2025

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where the Smith of Kitava Ascendancy could not be selected. You will need to relaunch your client to receive this fix.
- Monsters spawned from Strongboxes can no longer be Spectred.
- Forsaken Miners that have minecarts no longer explode instantly when being summoned as a Spectre.
- Temporarily disabled NVIDIA Reflex while we investigate issues.
- Increased the damage area of Shield Bash from the Raise Shield Skill.
- Fixed a bug where Storm Lance and Lightning Spear were not able to be supported by Perpetual Charge.
- Fixed a client crash that could occur with the Nocturne Unique Item.
- Fixed a client crash that could occur with Storm Lance in party play.
- Fixed a client crash that could occur when previewing unavailable microtransactions when using a controller.
- Fixed a client crash that could occur on the Passive Tree UI when using a controller.
Microtransaction Updates
- Legion Commander microtransaction: Temporarily disabled
- Scourge Commander microtransaction: Temporarily disabled
Reason: Ongoing investigation into related client crash issues
Client Crash Fixes
- “Unknown object type serialized by server”: Fixed crash caused by this error
- The Red Vale: Resolved crash occurring in this area
- General Instance Crash: Fixed unspecified instance-level crash
- Added stability fixes.
- Added gameplay performance improvements.
Unfortunately, since the last POE 2 update 1.022, players have been experiencing several POE2 server and login issues. Today’s Path of Exile 2 version 1.023.000 will fix a few of these issues. Check out more details below.
Download free Path of Exile 2 patch 1.023 on PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X/S.