*Path of Exile 2* is currently in Early Access, and players are keen to maximize their class potential. While the game doesn't officially feature subclasses, the Ascendancy system allows for specialized roles with unique abilities.

How to Unlock Ascendancies in *Path of Exile 2*

To unlock Ascendancy Classes in *PoE2*, players must first conquer a special Trial of Ascendancy. During Early Access, you have two options: the Act 2 Trial of the Sekhemas or the Act 3 Trial of Chaos. Completing either of these trials for the first time will unlock the Ascendancy Class selection and reward you with 2 passive Ascendancy Points. Given that the Trial of the Sekhemas is available earlier in the game, it's advisable to tackle this trial to access Ascendancy and enhanced abilities sooner, preparing you for the game's more challenging sections.

All Path of Exile 2 Class Ascendancies

In Early Access, *Path of Exile 2* offers six playable classes, each with two Ascendancies to choose from. The game is set to expand to 12 base classes, likely introducing new Ascendancies with the additional six classes.

Mercenary Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

The Mercenary class can choose between the Witch Hunter, which focuses on buffs, or the Gemling Legionnaire, which emphasizes skill versatility.

Witch Hunter

The Witch Hunter Ascendancy enhances your combat effectiveness through passive buffs, boosting your offense, defense, and battlefield control. Key skills include Culling Strike and No Mercy, ideal for players who enjoy debuffing and dealing extra damage.

Gemling Legionnaire

The Gemling Legionnaire Ascendancy provides additional skill slots and the ability to attach buffs to skills, offering great flexibility for Mercenaries looking to tailor their gameplay experience.

Monk Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Monks can ascend as an Invoker, harnessing elemental powers, or as an Acolyte of Chayula, embracing shadow-based abilities.

Invoker

The Invoker Ascendancy is perfect for players wanting to wield elemental forces in melee combat, offering the ability to inflict status conditions on enemies.

Acolyte of Chayula

The Acolyte of Chayula Ascendancy offers a unique playstyle centered around darkness powers, providing both defensive and offensive capabilities that enhance your Monk's damage output.

Ranger Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Rangers can enhance their ranged combat with the Deadeye Ascendancy or explore poison-based strategies with the Pathfinder.

Deadeye

The Deadeye Ascendancy boosts ranged combat stats, allowing for quicker movement and attacks, with skills like Eagle Eyes and Called Shots enhancing your accuracy and damage.

Pathfinder

The Pathfinder Ascendancy focuses on poison and elemental damage, with abilities like Poisonous Concoction and Contagious Contamination, offering a fresh approach to ranged combat.

Sorceress Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Sorceresses can amplify their elemental prowess with the Stormweaver Ascendancy or manipulate time with the Chronomancer.

Stormweaver

The Stormweaver Ascendancy enhances elemental abilities, introducing an Elemental Storm ability and boosting elemental damage for those who love elemental caster gameplay.

Chronomancer

The Chronomancer Ascendancy allows time manipulation, enabling strategic players to alter the flow of battle with abilities that affect cooldowns.

Warrior Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Warriors can choose to become a Titan, focusing on massive damage, or a Warbringer, summoning Ancestral allies.

Titan

The Titan Ascendancy transforms your Warrior into a formidable tank, enhancing defense with Stone Skin and boosting attack power with Crushing Impacts and Surprising Strength.

Warbringer

The Warbringer Ascendancy allows Warriors to summon Ancestral Spirits and Totems, providing both defensive support and additional damage to complement your melee attacks.

Witch Ascendancies in Path of Exile 2

Witches can opt to become a Blood Mage, draining life from enemies, or an Infernalist, channeling hellfire.

Blood Mage

The Blood Mage Ascendancy focuses on life-draining magic, enhancing damage from wounds and extending curse durations, ideal for controlling life forces in battle.

Infernalist

The Infernalist Ascendancy offers the ability to summon a Hellhound and transform into a Demon, unleashing fire damage and providing strong elemental and minion-based gameplay options.

This comprehensive guide covers all the Ascendancies available in *Path of Exile 2* during Early Access. Whether you're looking to enhance your combat skills, explore unique playstyles, or dominate the battlefield with specialized abilities, there's an Ascendancy for every type of player.

*Path of Exile 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*