Summary
The third ExileCon Path of Exile 2 Qualifier begins today, August 20, at 2 PM PDT, and with it comes a new Twitch Drops campaign offering the Coliseum Helmet Attachment. Watch any Path of Exile 2 stream on Twitch for 30 minutes during the 24-hour event window to claim the reward. The drop ends on August 21 at 2 PM PDT (August 22 at 5 AM GMT+8). This is the third in a series of four weekly qualifier races leading to the live finale at ExileCon in November 2026. To prepare for the race, buy POE2 Currency and gear up your character with top-tier equipment.
What Is the Coliseum Helmet Attachment?
The Coliseum Helmet Attachment is a free cosmetic item for Path of Exile 2, available exclusively through the Twitch Drops campaign tied to the third ExileCon Qualifier race. It's a helmet cosmetic that can be equipped in the cosmetic slot next to your helmet. Like most Twitch Drops, it is purely cosmetic and does not provide any gameplay advantage.
Campaign Details
Start and End Times
The Twitch Drops campaign is active for 24 hours. Start: August 20, 2026, at 2 PM PDT. End: August 21, 2026, at 2 PM PDT. In your local time: Singapore/China (GMT+8): Starts August 21 at 5:00 AM, ends August 22 at 5:00 AM. UK (BST): Starts August 20 at 10 PM. Europe (CEST): Starts August 20 at 11 PM.
Viewing Requirement
Watch 30 minutes of any Twitch channel streaming Path of Exile 2. You can watch the official Path of Exile Twitch channel (twitch.tv/pathofexile) or any other channel streaming PoE 2.
The Qualifier Race
The drops coincide with the third ExileCon Path of Exile 2 Qualifier race. Hosted by ZiggyD and RaizQT on the official PoE Twitch channel, the broadcast features competitive racing where players compete to be the first to defeat Tavakai in Act Four. This is one of four qualifier races. The first two drops offered different cosmetics—the first was a footprints cosmetic, and the second offered the Lightbringer Hood.
Step-by-Step: How to Claim
Step 1: Link Your Accounts
Before you start watching, make sure your Path of Exile account is linked to Twitch. Go to the Path of Exile account connections page: pathofexile.com/my-account/connections. Click "Connect" under the Twitch section. Follow the prompts to log in to your Twitch account and authorize the connection. If you don't link your accounts first, your watch time will not count.
Step 2: Watch a PoE 2 Stream
During the active drop window, go to Twitch and navigate to the Path of Exile 2 category. Look for streams with "Drops Enabled" in the title or tags. Watch any streamer playing PoE 2 for 30 minutes. You can accumulate watch time across multiple streams and sessions.
Step 3: Claim Your Reward
After reaching 30 minutes of watch time, go to your Twitch Inventory (click your avatar → Drops and Rewards). Click "Claim" on the Coliseum Helmet Attachment. If your accounts are linked, the reward will be sent to your Path of Exile account. If you don't see the reward in-game, make sure you claimed it in your Twitch Inventory first, check your in-game cosmetics inventory—attachments appear in the slot next to your helmet, and try visiting the connections page and clicking "View Rewards" under the Twitch header.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch the official race instead of a streamer?
Yes. You can watch the official Path of Exile Twitch channel or any other channel streaming Path of Exile 2.
Can I break up the 30 minutes?
Yes, you can accumulate watch time across multiple sessions. You don't need to watch all 30 minutes at once.
Are the drops available on YouTube or other platforms?
No. Twitch Drops are only available on Twitch.
Are there previous drops I missed?
The first qualifier drop was a footprints cosmetic, and the second offered the Lightbringer Hood. These are no longer available.
Will there be more drops for future qualifiers?
Yes. The fourth qualifier takes place on August 27 at 2 PM PDT. A similar Twitch Drops campaign will likely be offered for that event.
Final Thoughts
The Coliseum Helmet Attachment Twitch Drop is free and takes just 30 minutes to claim. The event runs for 24 hours starting today, August 20 at 2 PM PDT, with the official ExileCon Qualifier race taking place at the same time. The top racer in each qualifier wins an Ultra VIP ExileCon ticket, flights and accommodation to New Zealand, and entry into the live finale at ExileCon in November. If you want to add the helmet to your collection, make sure to link your accounts in advance, tune in before the deadline, and claim your reward in Twitch Inventory. The event ends August 21 at 2 PM PDT (August 22 at 5 AM GMT+8). To make the most of the race, buy POE2 Currency and gear up your character to compete at the highest level.
The third ExileCon Path of Exile 2 Qualifier begins today, August 20, at 2 PM PDT, and with it comes a new Twitch Drops campaign offering the Coliseum Helmet Attachment. Watch any Path of Exile 2 stream on Twitch for 30 minutes during the 24-hour event window to claim the reward. The drop ends on August 21 at 2 PM PDT (August 22 at 5 AM GMT+8). This is the third in a series of four weekly qualifier races leading to the live finale at ExileCon in November 2026.
