There is currently no intention to allow players to skip the campaign. But Jonathan(Director of Path of Exile 2) acknowledges he would still need to find solutions to these complaints that lead players to ask.
Path of Exile 2 does not offer a way to entirely skip the campaign. Here’s the current situation:
Focus on story: Unlike some other action RPGs, Path of Exile prioritizes the story as an integral part of the game experience. The campaign serves as not just a leveling process but also introduces lore, character development, and establishes the world.
Developer stance: Grinding Gear Games, the developers, haven’t shown strong inclination towards implementing a full campaign skip.
Alternatives considered: Discussions exist about potentially offering options like:
Boosted characters: Starting new characters at a higher level after completing the campaign with another character.
Faster campaign progression: Improvements to streamline the campaign experience for players who have already completed it once.
Before ExileCon 2023: The Truth About Skipping the Path of Exile Campaign: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HqTLinGp-E – This YouTube video discusses the concept of skipping the campaign and the developer’s perspective.
While a full campaign skip seems unlikely, the developers are exploring ways to potentially improve the experience for players who have already experienced the story.