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Path of Exile 1: Curse of the Allflame Nears Launch
Curse of the Allflame is approaching its Path of Exile 1 debut on PC and console. Grinding Gear Games has gathered its launch-day and preload guidance.
A new chapter begins on PC and console
Grinding Gear Games says the PC and console release of Curse of the Allflame for Path of Exile 1 is close. Its official notice brings together the information players will need on launch day, including options for downloading the client early. That preparation matters to anyone hoping to play in the opening hours, when a major content start can bring a large wave of returning and new players to the servers at once.
The fact that both platform groups are included is also worth noting. PC and console players are preparing for the same new chapter, but download methods, file availability and client procedures may differ by platform. Following the official instructions for the system you actually use is therefore safer than relying on a general checklist or a timetable reposted elsewhere.
Why preloading matters
A preload lets players place update files on their system before the new content opens. For anyone with a slower connection, or those who do not want to reorganize storage at the last minute, it is more than a minor convenience. Preparing the files early can reduce the risk of meeting a lengthy download, file verification step or unexpected shortage of disk space when launch time arrives.
Preloading does not, however, grant early access. Even with a ready client, the new chapter will only open at the time set by the developer, and heavy demand may still produce login queues. A sensible routine is to keep the client current, leave enough free storage and check the official announcement channel for late changes. Players using an older or alternative client should pay particular attention to the platform-specific directions.
A practical launch-day checklist
The easiest way to save time at the beginning of a Path of Exile release is to finish technical preparation before character planning. Confirm that the updater works, verify account access and have any two-factor security method ready. These small checks prevent avoidable interruptions at login. Filters, shortcuts and community tools should also be treated cautiously until their compatibility with the new version has been confirmed.
The economy and progression race will develop quickly in the opening hours, so having a plan helps, but reading the in-game explanations for unfamiliar mechanics is a stronger start than rushing past them. Groups should settle their region and platform choices ahead of time. Console players can complete pending system updates, while PC players can make sure their launcher and installation directory remain accessible.
What players should do now
For now, the most important step is to follow release timing and download details through the official Path of Exile post. It serves as the central launch reference, and any changes or additional instructions are most reliably communicated through the same official channels. When converting posted times to a local zone, remember that the calendar date can change across midnight; this is an easy source of confusion for international launches.
Curse of the Allflame is set to be a major shared starting point for the Path of Exile 1 community. Players who complete the preload in time, secure their account and review the correct platform instructions can approach launch day with fewer surprises. Once the in-game economy gets moving, Path of Exile currency and items can be traded safely on GameinShop with escrow protection.
Source: Path of Exile