Path of Exile 2: Two Quality of Life Suggestions ( map buffs and minions "build" )

Hello,


I've been playing the Path of Exile 2 and I have two quality of life points that I believe would significantly improve the gameplay experience, particularly during mapping and minion builds.

1. Map Icon Clarity (Completed vs. Uncompleted)
The icons on the world map, especially for objectives or areas that can be completed, are sometimes visually too similar between their "completed" and "uncompleted" states.

The Issue: It can be hard to tell at a glance whether I've finished a specific side objective, explored an area fully, or completed a certain mechanic just by looking at the map icon. This forces the player to sometimes double-check areas unnecessarily.

The Suggestion: A clearer visual distinction is needed. This could be achieved by:

High Contrast Change: A significant color change (e.g., from Gold for uncompleted to a distinct Gray/Dimmed for completed).

Visual Overlay: Adding a clear Checkmark/X or a Glow/Fade effect to the icon itself.

Goal: The difference between "Done" and "To Do" needs to be immediate and unambiguous.

2. Minion Build Visual Clarity (Friendly vs. Hostile)
For players who love the minion archetypes, the screen can quickly become a chaotic mess of characters. It’s often difficult to quickly distinguish between my own minions and the enemy monsters I need to kill, especially in high-density encounters.

The Issue: While there is an option to show health bars only on your own minions, this isn't always enough to cut through the visual noise, and it can be difficult to target priority enemies when the screen is full of similar-looking models.

The Suggestion: Implement a clear, immediate visual indicator that helps differentiate friendly minions from hostile targets, even when grouped together. Some ideas:

Friendly Outline: A subtle, constant Outline/Glow on your friendly minions (e.g., a faint green or blue line) that is visible even when they are not targeted.

Minion Indicator Overlay: A very small, distinct visual element floating above their head (a subtle symbol or sigil) that clearly marks them as belonging to the player.

These changes would significantly reduce eye strain and frustration, leading to smoother and more enjoyable gameplay for all players.

Thanks for considering! Cheers.