Path of Exile 2 Crossplay Shines, but PlayStation Puts Microtransactions in a Box

Path of Exile 2 Crossplay Shines, but PlayStation Puts Microtransactions in a Box

From The Outerhaven Productions (Written by Keith Mitchell) on | OpenCritic

Path of Exile 2 is now available in early access for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Grinding Gear Games has implemented both crossplay and cross-progression, making it easier for players to enjoy the game across platforms seamlessly. However, there’s a significant limitation when it comes to how microtransactions are handled on PlayStation 5 compared to PC and Xbox Series X|S.

On the PC and Xbox front, microtransaction purchases are shared across platforms. For instance, if you buy a limited-time armor skin on Xbox, it will be available when you log in on PC, and vice versa. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case with PlayStation.

If you make a purchase on PlayStation 5, such as that shiny new armor set, it will remain locked to that platform. When you switch to playing on either PC or Xbox Series X|S, your purchases may appear in your inventory, but they’ll be marked as unavailable. Similarly, any purchases made on PC or Xbox will not carry over to your PlayStation account.

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This limitation arises from PlayStation’s policies, which restrict the sharing of microtransaction content across platforms. While Grinding Gear Games has worked to ensure a unified experience elsewhere,...