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How To Fix The Requirements Not Met Bug In Path of Exile 2

Mar 15,2025 Author: Joshua

Navigating the early access world of *Path of Exile 2*? You might encounter a frustrating “Requirements Not Met” message when attempting to allocate skill points. This guide offers solutions to this common issue.

What's the "Requirements Not Met" Bug in Path of Exile 2?

Some players find themselves unable to allocate skill points, even when adjacent nodes are unlocked and seemingly eligible. While the root cause remains debated—a genuine bug or an intricate game mechanic—the result is the same: a frustrating roadblock to skill tree progression.

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Fixing the "Requirements Not Met" Bug in Path of Exile 2

Several fixes have emerged from the community. Let's explore the most effective solutions.

Double-Check Your Skill Point Types

Skill Point Type Allocation PoE2

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As you progress, *Path of Exile 2* introduces different skill point types (Skill Points, Weapon Set I, Weapon Set II, and later Ascendancy Points). The "Requirements Not Met" message might appear if you're trying to use the wrong type of point for a specific node. Check the top-right of your screen for a breakdown of your available point types.

Refund Your Points

Path of Exile 2 The Hooded One

Screenshot by The Escapist

A mismatch in Weapon Set passive points might be the culprit. The solution? A respec! Visit "The Hooded One" in Clearfell Encampment (unlocked after The Mysterious Shade quest). This NPC, designed for respeccing, has unexpectedly become a key fix for this bug. Refunding your points and reallocating them often resolves the issue, resetting your available points and allowing proper allocation.

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

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