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If you’ve been playing Path of Exile 2 lately, you probably noticed that some items suddenly feel much stronger. That’s because Patch 0.2.X brought major buffs to several PoE 2 items, and players are quickly taking advantage of them. Whether you’re a beginner or a returning veteran, this guide will walk you through the most exciting changes and how to use them to your advantage. If you’re looking to gear up fast, now is a perfect time to buy PoE 2 items while prices are still reasonable.

One of the biggest winners in this patch is Two-Handed Axes. In earlier versions, they felt too slow for most builds. But now, thanks to increased attack speed and boosted base damage, Two-Handed Axes are becoming a go-to for melee players. Combine one with a Multistrike Support Gem and your clear speed will skyrocket. If you don’t have a good one yet, it’s a great time to buy PoE 2 items from trusted sellers or use Orb of Alchemy to upgrade a strong rare base.

Another class of items that got a huge upgrade is Amulets, especially those with Intelligence-based mods. New affixes now allow amulets to give more Critical Strike Chance, Mana Regeneration, and Spell Suppression, making them essential for spellcaster builds. If you're crafting, try using an Orb of Alteration to roll for powerful prefixes, then Regal Orb to add a useful suffix. For those who want to skip the grind, it’s easy to buy PoE 2 items like these amulets directly, saving you hours of farming.

Elemental Bows also received a strong buff. With new implicit mods and better synergy with Added Lightning Damage Support and Elemental Hit, these weapons are shredding through maps. A bow with +1 to all Lightning Skill Gems is now much more valuable. You can enhance it even further using Fusing Orbs to get the right links and Chromatic Orbs for the right color socket setup.

For armor, Evasion and Energy Shield Hybrids got a major rework. Their defensive stats were increased, and many now roll with improved resistances. These changes make hybrid body armors ideal for classes like the Trickster or Shadow who need to stay fast and safe. To craft one effectively, start with a high item level base, spam Chaos Orbs, and finish it with an Exalted Orb if you’re aiming for high-tier mods.

Last but not least, don’t forget about Rings. New mod tiers were added for Life Gain on Hit, Resistances, and Attribute stacking. These can turn an average rare ring into a game-changer. You can either farm these with Essences or check the marketplace and buy PoE 2 items from sellers who already found the perfect roll.

Patch 0.2.X has opened up many new possibilities for builds and playstyles. Whether you're chasing DPS, survivability, or utility, now’s the time to experiment with these newly-buffed items. And if crafting isn’t your thing, remember that buying the right PoE 2 items can give you a massive advantage right from the start.