Opening chests can be a fun way to add some excitement to the game! It sounds like Path of Exile is trying to strike a balance between making Valdo’s Puzzle Boxes more accessible while also keeping the rewards exciting.
In the Settlers update, these boxes will be much more common. This means you’ll have more opportunities to open them and experience the thrill of what loot awaits.

To compensate for the increased availability, the devs have adjusted the value of the rewards you can expect from each box. This likely means a smaller chance of getting the super high-tier items, but there should still be plenty of good stuff to find.

This is good news for the game’s economy. Even though individual boxes might be a little less rewarding, the overall number of Magebloods (a very valuable unique item) entering the game won’t be inflated.
So, if you enjoy the surprise of opening chests, this update sounds like a positive change! You’ll get more chances to try your luck, and while the top rewards might be a bit rarer, there will still be plenty of loot to keep you going.
