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Errors

Could Not Overwrite Executable

Troubleshooting this Path of Exile error message
This error message is only known to occur on Windows-based devices. Thus, troubleshooting focuses on that OS.

This permissions-based error can crop up late in the process of patching the standalone client.

The Most Common Workaround

It is advisable to restart your computer before following the below instructions.

Go to your Path of Exile install directory

The default location is %ProgramFiles(x86)%\Grinding Gear Games\Path of Exile

Copy and paste the above into File Explorer's address bar!

Look for a PathOfExile.tmp file

If you can find one, delete the file called PathOfExile.exe

Do not delete the file with ".tmp" at the end!

Rename the PathOfExile.tmp file so that it ends in ".exe" instead

Other Troubleshooting

If the above steps don't work, try the troubleshooting below.

Close the game's launcher

Find your release folder

The default location for it is in %UserProfile%\Documents\My Games\Path of Exile

Copy and paste the above into File Explorer's address bar!

Delete the release folder

Run the launcher again

Kernal Panics on macOS

Troubleshooting Kernel Panics experienced while playing Path of Exile

Failed to Connect to Instance

Troubleshooting this Path of Exile connection failure error message