Path of Exile 2 Update 0.5.5b (1.123) Patch Notes: Expedition Spawns

Grinding Gear Games has released Path of Exile 2 update 0.5.5b (version 1.123 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S), addressing a critical issue where Expedition failed to spawn naturally during Endgame play. The patch, deployed on September 12, 2026, also introduces a safety net for players engaging with high-stakes Ultimatum content.

Endgame Expedition and Tablet Changes

The primary focus of this update is the restoration of natural Expedition spawns. Previously, players encountered a bug that prevented these encounters from appearing as intended in the Endgame. Alongside the fix, the developers have increased the drop rates for several key endgame items:

Expedition Tablets
Temple Tablets
Delirium Tablets

Additionally, a visual bug involving Verisium Remnants has been resolved. Previously, these remnants would stay highlighted after an explosion if the player moved to a different Expedition site; they now clear correctly upon site transitions.

Ultimatum Safety Net and The Trialmaster

For players participating in the league mechanics, the patch introduces a recovery system for failed Chimeral Inscribed Ultimatums. If a player fails one of these specific encounters, they can now obtain a replacement from The Trialmaster located at the entrance of The Temple of Chaos. This change ensures that players do not permanently lose access to the progression tied to these rare items due to a single failed attempt.

Bug Fixes and Stability

The update includes several targeted fixes for quest progression, cooperative play, and technical performance:

The Bone Pits: Fixed an issue where Mastodon Tusks failed to drop after players defeated Ekbab and Iktab.
Couch Co-op: Resolved a HUD error that prevented life and mana levels from displaying correctly for both players.
Crashes: The patch addresses four specific client crashes to improve overall game stability.

Players can find the full technical breakdown and developer commentary on the official Path of Exile forums. This update is currently live across PC and console platforms.