How Do Map Icons Work In Path of Exile 2

As a seasoned Path of Exile player with countless hours spent traversing the dark and treacherous lands of Wraeclast, I can confidently say that the map icons are one of the most intriguing and challenging aspects of this game.

In “Path of Exile 2”, you’ll find numerous Acts waiting for you, each one featuring a unique map teeming with symbols to uncover. Your map will serve as a crucial tool for swiftly traversing various regions simultaneously. The symbols on your map can provide valuable assistance when seeking out optional content.

As an avid explorer, you’ll find that each location you traverse is often intertwined with a primary mission, yet brimming with numerous side quests that are equally rewarding. Here’s a breakdown of what each map symbol signifies and how to access the various icons scattered across your map.

All Map Icons In Path of Exile 2

Map Icon	Name	Explanation
	Current Location	Appears over the area the player is currently in.
	Town	The location of a hub town in the Act.
	Unknown Area	An area you have not visited at all.
	Visited Area	An area visited without a waypoint.
	Area With Inactive Waypoint	An area visited but the waypoint has not been discovered.
	Area With Active Waypoint	An area with an active waypoint that will be the destination of your fast travel.
	Quest Location	The location of a main or side quest.
	Travel Destination	A location you can travel to from the map.
	Rare Monster Encounter	A powerful yellow-named enemy is found in that area.
	Rare Monster Encounter With Djinn Barya	A powerful yellow-named enemy is found in that area that will drop ascendancy items.
	Boss Encounter	A boss is found somewhere in that area.
	Boss Encounter With Upgrade	A boss is found somewhere in that area and will drop a Quest Item used for an upgrade.
	Boss Encounter With Djinn Barya	A boss is found somewhere in that area and will drop an ascendency item.
	Act Boss Encounter	The final boss of that act is found in that area.
	Notable Chest	A rare chest containing powerful loot is found in that area.
	Notable Item	A rare item is found somewhere in that area.