Welcome to Wraeclast! While is technically free-to-play, seasoned players often call it "free to try" because serious endgame progress eventually requires some strategic investments in the in-game shop.
If you are just starting out, here is the essential "paper" or priority list for what to buy to maximize your value and quality of life. 1. The "Must-Have" Functional Priority path of exile what to buy
Once you have the basics, these tabs save significant time spent on inventory management: Welcome to Wraeclast