How does the skill tree work in Path of Exile 2?
Summary
Q.How does the skill tree work in Path of Exile 2?
A.Path of Exile 2 keeps a sprawling passive tree but reworks its structure for clarity: skill gems now carry their own sockets, the passive tree is more modular (clusters and “attribute highways”), and new weapon-set / dual‑specialization mechanics let you assign passive points that activate when you swap weapons or playstyles.
More info
Path of Exile 2’s skill tree keeps the series’ hallmark depth but reorganizes how you build: active skill gems have their own sockets and support slots, the passive map is grouped into clearer clusters and attribute pathways, and special passive points (weapon‑set or “flex” points / dual‑specialisation) let you allocate different passive setups that apply when you swap weapons or styles — all designed to make experimentation easier without losing complexity (EpicCarry overview, Polygon coverage).
Supporting details: the gem-socket change removes much of the gear-socket friction from PoE1 and lets you swap supported skills freely; support slot capacity can be increased with currency (Jeweller’s orbs tiers), and many keystones or powerful nodes are now placed earlier so builds feel defined sooner. Community tools and planners (for example poe2.ninja and community skill planners) map the new clusters and popular routes — useful for seeing how dual‑specialisation and keystones interact with weapon sets as you level and respec.
