Aion 2
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My favourite thing about Aion 2? The freedom to make a freaky lil' guy in a world of beautiful people
Aion 2's character creator is highlighted as a standout feature, allowing for extensive customization that enables players to create unique and even unconventional characters. This freedom in character design is praised as a significant positive aspect of the game, contributing to player enjoyment beyond its core MMO gameplay elements.
Evening Reading - October 6, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including the Paramount merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, new Fortnite collaborations from SteelSeries and KontrolFreek, and Aion 2's global launch reaching 400,000 concurrent players. It also touches on GameStop selling refurbished PS5 Pros, Supermassive Games' involvement in a The Conjuring game, and updates for Deadlock City Never Sleeps and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
Aion 2's Character Creator Is Going Viral for Its Bust Size Options, or Lack Thereof
The free-to-play MMO action RPG Aion 2 is gaining attention online due to its character creator options, specifically the limited ability to adjust the bust size for female characters. This has sparked discussion among players.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 582: The year of MMO sequels is upon us
The Massively OP Podcast episode 582 covers the announcement of RuneScape 4 and RuneScape Reignited, alongside recent MMO launches like Aion 2 and Dune Awakening. Discussions also include The Lord of the Rings Online's new expansion and neighbor system, EverQuest expansions, and WoW Forever's beta developments.
Aion 2 hits 400,000 concurrent players in global launch
NCSoft's new MMORPG, Aion 2, has achieved a strong global launch, reaching over 400,000 concurrent players on Steam. The sequel to the 2008 title features modernized visuals and a map significantly larger than its predecessor. It is also available on mobile devices in some regions.
Choose My Adventure: Preparing for the first steps into Aion 2 – with your help
This article introduces a new 'Choose My Adventure' format for covering Aion 2, where readers will guide the author's in-game decisions. The author shares initial impressions from a scale test, noting familiar elements from the original Aion and a generally positive presentation, though questioning the necessity of mouselook. The focus will be on exploring player-chosen content as a free-to-play experience.
New MMO Aion 2 soars on Steam with nearly 400,000 concurrent players despite "Mixed" reviews grilling AI slop…
Aion 2 has launched to significant popularity on Steam, attracting nearly 400,000 concurrent players on its first official day. Despite its strong player numbers and impressive visuals, the MMORPG has received "Mixed" reviews, with many players criticizing its pay-to-win mechanics and the developer NC's use of generative AI in asset creation.
Aion 2 celebrates over 400K Steam users and opens multiple new servers in its first day of release
Aion 2 has achieved over 400,000 concurrent users on Steam within its first day of global release, prompting NCsoft to open multiple new servers. While the game topped several Steam charts, user reviews are mixed, citing issues with combat, monetization, and auto-movement, alongside praise for visuals and gameplay.
Aion 2 codes (October 2026)
This guide provides active codes for the MMORPG Aion 2, offering players free in-game resources such as energy, resurrection spiritstones, and battle enhance scrolls. It also details the step-by-step process for redeeming these codes within the game and advises on how to find more codes as they become available.
Aion 2 has officially made its full free-to-play global release for everyone today
Aion 2 has officially launched globally as a free-to-play MMORPG on PC via Steam and NCsoft's Purple platform. The game features extensive aerial combat, fast-paced tab-targeting, and a variety of content including dungeons, raids, and PvP modes. NCsoft is celebrating the release with a launch server list, a login event, and a video illustrating the game's development journey.
MMO Week in Review: Welcome back to Atreia
This week's MMO news roundup covers the official launch of Aion 2 in the West, the early access release of Monsters & Memories, and upcoming expansions for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Lord of the Rings Online's Wolves of Mordor expansion is set for an October 21st release, while World of Warcraft Forever teases new classes. The article also touches on layoffs at Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax and discusses the current state of the MMORPG genre.
Riding high into its free-to-play launch, new MMORPG Aion 2 extends registration rewards as thanks for the support
NC's new MMORPG, Aion 2, is extending its pre-registration rewards to all players following a strong early access period and high Steam player counts. The game is launching free-to-play on October 5th, and the developer is also addressing an issue with Founder's Pack cosmetics being limited to a single character.
Betawatch: Monsters & Memories hits early access and Aion 2 launches for founders
Monsters & Memories has launched into early access, surpassing 12,000 advance subscriptions. Aion 2 has also technically launched for players who purchased founder packs, with a wider release expected in a couple of days. The article also provides an extensive list of other MMOs currently in various stages of testing.
Aion 2’s head start has already climbed Steam’s charts for sales and concurrency as it opens more servers
Aion 2 has achieved strong sales and player counts on Steam during its head start access for founder's pack buyers, reaching #4 on the top sellers list and #9 in most played with over 160,000 peak concurrent players. NCsoft has opened additional servers to accommodate demand, with server transfers expected on October 14th. The game will launch as free-to-play on October 5th.
Aion 2's imminent worldwide release could be huge as early access founders' packs outsell major games, and player numbers soar
Aion 2 is set for a worldwide release soon, following its launch in Korea and Taiwan a year ago. The game has achieved significant success on Steam, topping the Top Sellers list with its founders' packs outselling major recent releases by revenue. Player numbers are also high, with the game ranking ninth on the Most Played chart, and it is expected to climb further upon its free-to-play open launch.
Despite going free-to-play in days, new MMORPG Aion 2 just became Steam's top seller
The upcoming free-to-play MMORPG Aion 2 has become Steam's top seller just days before its full launch, driven by sales of its Founder's Packs which offer early access. Developed by NCSoft, the game promises a vast world with both ground and aerial combat, featuring eight distinct classes. While the base game will be free, optional premium subscriptions and battle passes will be available.
Aion 2 officially launches for those who bought in to founder’s packs
Aion 2 has officially launched for PC via Steam and NCsoft's Purple launcher, granting early access to players who purchased founder's packs. These packs unlock all game features, including transmog, full PvE and PvP content, and the in-game economy. The game will be available to all players on October 5th, with founder's pack players having access to separate servers but able to queue with launch servers.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of October 2026
October 2026 is set to be a massive month for game releases, with numerous titles launching before the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6. The month features a diverse lineup including remasters like Dynasty Warriors 3, new entries in established franchises like Ace Combat 8 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and promising new IPs such as Hellraiser: Revival and Phantom Blade Zero. The releases span across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, offering something for every player.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 581: George McFly is your Destiny 2
The Massively OP Podcast episode 581 covers Destiny 2's resurgence, the early access launch of Monsters & Memories, and impressions of Aion 2. The hosts also discuss Dune Awakening's console release, the future of Elder Scrolls Online following layoffs, and highlight Wizard101.
NC America’s Merv Lee Kwai on the MMORPG genre’s ‘low moment’ and what success is for Aion 2
NC America VP of Operations Merv Lee Kwai acknowledges the MMORPG genre is in a 'low moment' but believes there is still a major appetite for new titles. He defines success for Aion 2 as remaining true to the franchise, having the durability to produce new content, and maintaining community trust.
