Do Characters Share Stash in PoE? Let’s Unpack This!
You’re diving into Path of Exile (PoE) or waiting for Path of Exile 2. A question arises: “Do my characters share a stash?” We’re here to unravel this inventory detail. Think of your stash as your treasure chest. It’s a place for your loot.
Stash Sharing: The Basics in PoE and PoE2
Your stash in PoE is shared! It is a magical trunk. All your characters in the same league can access this trunk. If you’re playing Standard league, all Standard league characters can use the same stash. Quite neat, right?
PoE 1 and PoE 2: A Shared Legacy
Here’s some news for players. PoE 1 and PoE 2 share the same stash. Yes, really! This feature lets your hard-earned wealth transition smoothly. No need to start fresh with your storage in PoE2. Stash sharing confirms this game’s evolution.
Cross-Platform Conundrums and Stash Tabs
Now, let’s discuss playing on different platforms. Path of Exile 2 has crossplay. You can start on your PlayStation and continue on PC. But there’s a snag with stash tabs. While your stash may transfer, those tabs won’t move between platforms. Purchases made on PlayStation are locked to that ecosystem.
League-Specific Stash Sanctuaries
Your stash is league-dependent. It is not universally shared across all leagues. Leagues act as parallel universes within Path of Exile. Each league has its own stash. When a league ends, stash and characters shift to Standard league or Hardcore league if it was Hardcore.
Diving Deeper into Stash Tabs
Stash tabs are key for inventory management in PoE. Let’s explore the details of these tabs.
-Wide Stash Tab Bliss
Good news! The stash tabs you buy are -wide and permanent. Once purchased, they are yours forever. They’re available for all characters. This purchase is in all leagues and versions, including PoE2. It’s one investment for long-term organization.
Stash Tab Transfers: Past, Present, and Future
Worried about losing stash tabs in PoE2? Don’t worry! All stash tab related to PoE1 will transfer to PoE2. Those tabs are permanent features of your . They will stay with all future leagues and expansions. But , items inside those tabs might move to an “End of League” stash when a league ends.
Stash Tab Availability: A Work in Progress
Will all stash tabs from PoE1 be in PoE2 at launch? Mostly, yes. Some specialized stash tabs tied to league mechanics might not be available right away, as the game keeps evolving. But the essential tabs will your looting habits.
Starting Stash Tabs: The Bare Necessities
Digital rookie in Wraeclast? New s get four basic Stash Tabs. They offer a 12×12 grid, totaling 144 inventory slots each. These basic tabs store almost anything, except quest items. They set your initial storage foundation.
Purchasing Power: Expanding Your Stash Empire
Need more space? Of course, you do! New Stash Tabs are ready for purchase in the in-game Microtransaction Shop. You need Points to expand your stash. Consider this an investment in order.
Stash Tab Sales: Patience Pays Off
Pro-tip! Stash Tabs go on sale regularly. Roughly every three weeks, you can find deals. If you’re eyeing a specific tab, wait for a sale. This way, you stretch your Points further and maximize your stash-tab-per-point ratio.
Stash Tab Limit: Go Wild!
Is there a limit to stash tabs? Officially, no. Or at least none you’re likely to hit in multiple lifetimes of playing. Hoard away! If there’s a limit, it’s so high it feels non-existent for most players.
Basic Stash Tab: The Foundation
Let’s revisit the Basic Stash Tab. It supplies 144 slots in a 12×12 grid. This storage holds most item types and is your trusty choice for versatile storage. You begin with four of these tabs, enough for initial needs.
Public Stash Tabs: Trading Post Central
Want to trade? Stash Tabs are your key. You can designate them as “Public.” This act allows items inside that tab to show on the official trade site. Suddenly, your tab becomes a storefront! Set prices for each item and connect your stash to trading.
Stash Tabs: The Trader’s Best Friend
The Stash Tab exceeds the basic version. You can buy them for 40 points or upgrade a regular one for 15 points. The public function is their magic. It allows trade sites to list your items for sale.
Quad Stash Tab: For the Serious Hoarder
Need more space? Enter the Quad Stash Tab. At 150 points in the shop, it offers quadruple the size of a normal tab. Four tabs combined make a larger square. Perfect for players dealing with many items.
Important Specialized Stash Tabs: Efficiency Boosters
Specialized stash tabs enhance quality of life. Here are some must-haves:
- Currency Stash Tab: This tab organizes currencies in a clean interface. No more Tetris with stacks of scrolls!
- Delirium Stash Tab: It streamlines management for Delirium currencies during endgame play.
- Unique Collection Tab: Designed to hold one of each unique item in the game, perfect for collectors. Game Rant’s guide suggests these tabs are top purchases.
- in PoE2.Polygon also provides stash tab recommendations, highlighting specialized tabs.
Selling from Your Stash: A Quick Guide
You made your tab public. Now you can sell items. Right-click on the item in your Stash Tab. Choose “Set Exact Price” or “Set Negotiable Price.” Enter your currency (Chaos Orbs, Divine Orbs) and your price. This will list your item on the official Path of Exile Trade website.
Transferring Items Between Characters
The Stash is key for moving items between characters.
Stash: Your Personal Item Shuttle
The Stash is your shared storage! It lets you transfer items among characters in the same and league. Need that new weapon for an alt character? Stash it and retrieve it easily.
Trade Window Efficiency: Stackable Item Magic
Path of Exile: Necropolis added an improvement to trading: stackable item transfer. Hold Ctrl + Shift + Click on a stackable item. This moves the entire stack into the trade window. No more dragging stacks one by one!
Trading and Selling Tactics
Let’s improve your trading strategies.
Trading Without Stash Tabs: Currency Exchange Power
You do not need Stash Tabs to trade effectively! Trading in Path of Exile without public listings works well, especially using the Currency Exchange feature. You can trade currency for other currencies or items directly. No need for public listings! While tabs simplify trading, currency exchange is open to all.
Public Listings: Broadening Your Reach
Making your Stash Tabs “Public” lists items on trade sites. This increases your potential buyer pool, speeding up item sales. Public listings are crucial for efficient trading in PoE.
Bulk Pricing: Selling in Quantities
Selling items in bulk is easy. When you price a stack in your public tab, input it as a fraction. Use ‘Price/Quantity’. If you want to sell 10 Chaos Orbs for 1 Divine Orb, set the price as ‘1/10 Divine Orbs’. This shows your bulk pricing to buyers.
General PoE/PoE2 Mechanics to Keep in Mind
Let’s cover some essential mechanics.
Cross-Progression: Play Anywhere, Anytime
Yes, Path of Exile 2 s cross-progression. Characters and progress are available on all ed platforms (PC, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X/S) using the same . Start on PC, continue on console. Do note that Microtransactions (MTX) link to specific sub-s by default. To play on both platforms, buy it separately on each.
Separate Games, Shared Purchases
, Path of Exile 2 is a *separate* game from original PoE. Think of them as parallel paths. Grinding Gear Games will release expansions for *both* games. Purchases, like stash tabs, are shared between them. Your stash tab investment benefits both PoE1 and PoE2.
Early Access Insights
Characters from any Early Access phase for PoE2 go to a special “Early Access League.” These characters stay in this league after the official launch of PoE2. Keep this in mind if you Early Access; your characters will have a unique origin.
Class Selection Matters
Your class choice at character creation matters in Path of Exile 2. It shapes your experience. Each class has specific Ascendancy options and starting points on the skill tree, influencing build and playstyle. Choose wisely!
Level Cap: The Century Mark
The maximum character level in Path of Exile 2 is level 100. Reaching level 100 signifies mastery over your build. It’s a major time investment in the game.
Solo Self-Found (SSF): The Ultimate Challenge
For hardcore players, Solo Self-Found (SSF) mode offers a unique challenge. You can opt for SSF during character creation by checking a box. This mode limits player interaction. Trading, partying, and external assistance are disabled. SSF is available after rescuing the Scion in Act 3. While SSF starts at character creation, you *can* remove the SSF flag later to re multiplayer. SSF offers pure self-sufficiency in Wraeclast.
