Olfactory Currency Alerts: Chaos Orb Scent Profiles
The Rise of Multisensory Gameplay in Trading
Path of Exile has long been a game defined by complexity, from its branching passive skill trees to its deeply layered economy. With players constantly looking for ways to optimize efficiency and immersion, the integration of sensory technologies is pushing boundaries. Visual and auditory cues dominate most gameplay experiences, but a new frontier is emerging — the use of scent. Imagine receiving a Chaos Orb and instantly recognizing its arrival by a subtle shift in the air around you. Olfactory feedback may sound futuristic or even absurd, but for dedicated traders and immersion enthusiasts, scent-based alerts are being explored as a serious tool.
Designing the Scent of Chaos
At the heart of this concept is the idea that each in-game currency can be associated with a distinct olfactory profile. The Chaos Orb, the cornerstone of POE’s economy, would naturally become the most frequently…