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PokerStars is giving players another chance to shortcut the Power Path ladder in early 2026, with the first Power Path Express of the year set to run on Sunday, January 11.
The Power Path Express is designed for players who don’t always have the time to grind through every step of the Power Path. Instead of working up from micro-stakes, the Express allows players to jump straight to the final stage and compete immediately for Gold, Silver, and Bronze Power Passes in a single online tournament.
The $55 buy-in event comes with more than $50,000 in Power Passes guaranteed, including two Gold Passes worth $10,300 at the top of the payout structure. Five Silver Passes valued at $2,500 are also available, along with 158 Bronze Passes worth $109.
A Direct Route to the New Year Series
One of the main uses for Power Path Passes right now is the PokerStars New Year Series, which is running throughout January and features a packed schedule of buy-ins at every level.
Gold and Silver Passes can be redeemed for New Year Series ticket bundles, offering multiple entries into flagship tournaments, including Main Events, High Rollers, and a broad mix of mid- and low-stakes events. Rather than a single shot, these bundles allow players to spread their action across the series and take repeated swings at large prize pools.
For Bronze Pass winners, the value is more straightforward but no less appealing. Bronze Passes are commonly used for $109 tournament entries, including New Year Series events and staples such as the Sunday Million.
Power Path Express – January 11 Details
The first Power Path Express of 2026 takes place on Sunday, January 11, with action getting underway at 15:10 ET.
- Buy-in: $55
- Entries: Direct buy-in, $55 Power Path Express ticket, or $55 Step 4 Power Path ticket
- Guarantee: Over $50,000 in Power Passes
Prize Breakdown
- 1st–2nd: $10,300 Gold Pass
- 3rd–7th: $2,500 Silver Pass
- 8th–165th: $109 Bronze Pass
Not Just for January
While the New Year Series is a natural landing spot for newly won Passes, players aren’t locked into using them immediately. One of the key advantages of the Power Path system is flexibility.
Power Passes can be held and saved for future releases, allowing players to wait for additional online festival bundles or PokerStars Live packages, including major stops on the European Poker Tour, PokerStars Open, and special event experiences.
PokerStars regularly introduces new Gold and Silver Pass options throughout the year, giving winners the chance to plan ahead rather than rush into a redemption.