AION 2 is live worldwide: what to know before you start
AION 2 is now live worldwide. NC announced the global launch on October 5, 2026, with the message “Daevas, AION 2 is live!”
Where it started
According to NCSOFT’s news, the game first launched in South Korea and Taiwan in November 2025. The October 2026 launch is the wider international release.
Before you start
- Servers: read our server guide to understand the Elyos and Asmodian pairings.
- Official FAQ: NC’s notice lists a Launch FAQ, information on server transfers, and a guide to linking accounts for Twitch Drops. Read them before you start.
- Known issues: NC keeps a list of known launch issues, updated on October 9.
What we have not confirmed yet
We have not confirmed the business model or the platforms in the official notices we read. Some reports mention a free-to-play model and a PC release through Steam and NC’s PURPLE launcher, but these points do not appear in those notices.
