Aion 2 release date
Aion 2 launches globally on 5 October 2026 as a free-to-play MMORPG on Steam and PURPLE. Founder's Pack owners get Advance Access from 30 September 2026 — five days early. It is Windows PC only; no console or mobile version has been announced for the global release.
47 days until Advance Access.
Key facts
| Global launch (free-to-play) | 5 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Advance Access (Founder's Pack) | 30 September 2026 |
| Platforms | Windows PC — Steam and PURPLE |
| Price | Free to play |
| Regions | North America, South America, Europe, Japan |
| Developer / publisher | NCSOFT |
| Steam app ID | 3393110 |
| Korea / Taiwan launch | 19 November 2025 |
| Console or mobile | Not announced |
| Preload | Not announced |
Founder's Packs
All three tiers include the same five-day Advance Access. A pack is not required to play from 5 October.
| Tier | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $24.99 | €21.25 |
| Deluxe | $49.99 | €42.49 |
| Ultimate | $99.99 | €84.99 |
Languages at launch
English · French · German · Spanish (Spain) · Portuguese (Brazil) · Russian · Japanese · Korean · Simplified Chinese · Traditional Chinese
Frequently asked
- When does Aion 2 release globally?
- Aion 2 launches globally as a free-to-play title on 5 October 2026. Players who buy a Founder's Pack get Advance Access five days earlier, from 30 September 2026.
- Is Aion 2 free to play?
- Yes. From 5 October 2026 Aion 2 is free to play on Steam and PURPLE. A Founder's Pack is not required — it only buys the five-day Advance Access head start and its bundled items.
- What platforms is Aion 2 on?
- Windows PC only at global launch, via Steam and NC's PURPLE launcher. NC has not announced a PlayStation, Xbox, or mobile version for the global release.
- How much do the Aion 2 Founder's Packs cost?
- Three tiers: Standard at $24.99, Deluxe at $49.99, and Ultimate at $99.99 (about €21.25, €42.49 and €84.99). All three include the same five-day Advance Access from 30 September 2026.
- Can you preload Aion 2 before launch?
- NC has not announced preload or pre-download timing for the global release. The Steam page for app 3393110 has not opened a pre-download at the time of writing. Check Steam or PURPLE closer to 30 September.
- Which regions and servers does Aion 2 have at launch?
- Servers are planned for North America, South America, Europe and Japan. The global build is separate from the Korean and Taiwanese service that launched in November 2025.
- What languages does Aion 2 support?
- Ten: English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
- Does Aion 2 global carry over progress from the Korean version?
- No. The global service launched 5 October 2026 is a separate service from the Korean and Taiwanese one that opened on 19 November 2025. Characters and purchases do not transfer.
- What are the Aion 2 system requirements?
- A 64-bit version of Windows 10 or Windows 11, and roughly 100 GB of available storage, per the Steam listing.
Prepare for launch
- All Aion 2 classes — roles, weapons and skill lists.
- Gear progression paths — what to chase at each level bracket.
- Dungeons — bosses, mechanics and loot tables.
Sources: Steam store listing for app 3393110, and NCSOFT announcements. Anything NC has not stated is marked “not announced” rather than estimated.