Former Valorant Director Has Played 3,437 Hours of Path of Exile

Joe Ziegler is a familiar name to many gamers, best known for his time leading the development of Valorant and his later work at Bungie. It turns out that when he is not working on major shooters, he is spending his free time building characters in Path of Exile. He recently revealed that he has logged a massive 3,437 hours in the game.

Ziegler explained that his deep commitment to the game comes down to its sheer flexibility. He finds the way players can combine different abilities, skills, and gear effects to be incredibly rewarding. According to him, it is the most freeform experience available for anyone who loves experimenting with character builds.

For fans of the genre, hearing such high praise from a seasoned director highlights why this game remains a staple for ARPG players. It is clear that the depth provided by the developers keeps even the busiest industry professionals coming back for more.