The Map Device is a helpful tool in Path of Exile, allowing players to access certain areas by inserting maps fragments in its available slots. Initially, there were only four slots on the Map Device, but recently, a fifth has become available.
Path of Exile Necropolis: How to get a fifth Map Device slot
Players can unlock the fifth slot on the Map Device by completing non-Valdo’s Tier 17 map for the first time. Tier 17 maps are available at the endgame as part of the Atlas of Worlds system.
Previously, a fifth slot was unlocked by inserting four different emblems into the map device, but that no longer appears to be true.
What are Tier 17 maps in Path of Exile?
Tier 17 maps were recently added to Path of Exile as part of the Necropolis update and offer the player a new challenge in the Atlas of Worlds endgame. They include new bosses, more powerful monsters, and new rewards.
A player should keep a few key points in mind before attempting Tier 17 maps in Path of Exile. Here is everything crucial to know:
- Base area level of 84
- Tier 17 maps have their own pool of modifiers.
- They cannot be modified with any currency except for Chaos Orbs.
- Can’t drop corrupted or become corrupted.
- Tier 17 maps are affected by the Atlas Passive Tree
- Bosses are considered advanced and “uber.”
Knowing those facts can give you a solid understanding of how Tier 17 maps work when going into them. Remember, these maps are endgame content, meaning you’ll have to reach the endgame before attempting it.
Players have reported on Reddit that Tier 17 maps are incredibly challenging, so make sure you come prepared for the fight of your life. The best way to prepare for the challenge is to ensure your build is strong enough. If your character can easily defeat the bosses in the base game, then that’s a good indicator that you are ready for Tier 17 maps in Path of Exile.
As you prepare to fight through Tier 17 maps and unlock the fifth device slot in the Map Device, take time to learn more about Path of Exfile Necropolis. To start, check out our guide detailing all the Scarabs available.
