Fantasy MMORPG with Free Flight and Faction Warfare
AION 2 Wiki

Take flight over Atreia, choose your faction and shape a Daeva around your preferred combat style. Learn your class, prepare for dungeon bosses and find your place in the conflict between Elyos and Asmodians.
- Global launch Oct 5, 2026
- Launch FAQ updated Sep 30, 2026
- 2 Playable Factions
- Up to 5-Player Expeditions
- 200+ Customization Options
AION 2 Guide Hub
Eight in-depth guides covering classes, first steps, release dates, servers, dungeons, PC requirements, factions and pets.
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AION 2 Assassin PvE Guide: Master the Ultimate DPS Class
Discover the best AION 2 Assassin PvE build, skill rotations, and gear strategies. Maximize your damage output with our expert leveling and combat tips.
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Master the shadows with our comprehensive Aion 2 assassin leveling build. Discover the best skills, macros, and leveling tips to dominate the global release.
ClassesRead more →Mastering the AION 2 Brawler: Class Guide & Combat Tips
Learn how to dominate with the AION 2 Brawler. Discover essential combat mechanics, rage management strategies, and expert tips for this high-skill class.
ClassesRead more →Mastering AION 2 Builds: Optimize Your Class for Success
Discover the best AION 2 builds to dominate PvE and PvP. Learn how to optimize your class, manage skills, and master rotations for every playstyle.
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Start Here
Beginner Guide
Start with installation, character creation, basic controls and your first steps in Atreia.
Read more →Choose Your Class
Compare combat styles and group roles before deciding which character to develop.
Read more →Flight and Combat
Learn to navigate the skies, manage positioning and respond to enemy attacks.
Read more →Factions and Servers
Understand Elyos and Asmodians, then coordinate your region, faction and server with friends.
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What is AION 2?
AION 2 is a fantasy MMORPG from NC Corporation set in Atreia. Play as a winged Daeva, explore through free flight and take part in the conflict between Elyos and Asmodians.
Character customization and class-based combat let you shape how your Daeva looks and fights. Dungeon encounters provide opportunities to learn boss mechanics and coordinate with a party.
Browse guides
- Developer
- NC Corporation
- Global Platform
- Windows PC
- PC Launchers
- Steam and PURPLE
- Genre
- Fantasy MMORPG
- Playable Factions
- 2
- Expedition Party Size
- Up to 5 players
- Customization Options
- 200+
- Platforms
- Windows PC
- Genres
- Fantasy MMORPG
- Players
- 1–5
- Modes
- Single player, Multiplayer, Co-op
- Developer
- NCSOFT
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Guides
Step-by-step beginner guides covering leveling, combat mechanics, character creation, gear progression and quality-of-life systems.
Classes
Class guides, builds, skill explanations and tier lists for the eight playable classes shown for the global version of AION 2.
Release
Release schedule and access guides for the AION 2 global PC service and the Korean, Taiwanese and Japanese services.
Platforms
Platform guides for playing AION 2 on Steam and PURPLE, with system requirements, downloads, accounts and device notes.
Servers
Server guides covering server selection, login and connection errors, live status and scheduled maintenance.
Economy
Economy guides explaining free-to-play membership, Kinah, monetization, subscriptions and Founder’s Pack contents.
World
World guides to factions, PvP, dungeons, maps, housing, mounts, pets and endgame activities across Atreia.
Community
Community coverage including player statistics, reviews, trailers, streams, wallpapers and official websites and channels.
AION 2 Classes
Explore all eight playable classes currently shown for the global version of AION 2. Use this hub to compare class choices before creating your Daeva and to branch into future class-specific builds and skill guides.
Gladiator
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Templar
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Assassin
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Ranger
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Chanter
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Cleric
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
Sorcerer
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
SpiritMaster
One of the eight playable classes listed on the official AION 2 global teaser.
AION 2 Beginner Guide
Start AION 2 with the correct global client, region, faction, server and class choices. This guide focuses on the decisions new players encounter before moving into exploration, combat and group content.
1
Install the global Windows PC version through Steam or PURPLE.
2
Choose a supported global region; official service locations include North America, South America, Europe and Japan.
3
Choose Elyos or Asmodian, then select a server for that faction in your region.
4
Choose from the eight classes shown for the global version: Gladiator, Templar, Assassin, Ranger, Chanter, Cleric, Sorcerer or SpiritMaster.
5
Learn AION 2 movement and real-time combat, which emphasize movement across sky, land and sea plus evasion and positioning.
6
Progress into solo or group activities and prepare for Expedition dungeons that support parties of up to five players.
AION 2 Release Date and Platforms
Track the AION 2 global release schedule, supported launchers and platform restrictions. This page answers high-intent searches about release date, Steam, PURPLE, mobile support and cross-launcher progression.
Advanced Access
LiveFounder's Pack Advanced Access runs from September 30 through October 4, 2026.
Global Launch
Oct 5The official global launch is October 5, 2026 at 6:00 AM PDT / 13:00 UTC.
Steam
The global Windows PC version is available through Steam.
PURPLE
The global Windows PC version is also available through NCSoft's PURPLE launcher.
Shared Progress
Steam and PURPLE use the same servers, and linked accounts can access the same characters and progression on both launchers.
Global Mobile
The global service currently officially supports Steam and PURPLE on Windows PC rather than a global mobile client.
AION 2 Servers
Check AION 2 global regions, faction-specific servers and Elyos-versus-Asmodian server matchmaking. Server pairings can change over time, so this section should be maintained from official announcements rather than treated as a permanent static list.
Europe
UpdatedEurope uses separate Elyos and Asmodian servers; additional European servers including Yustiel, Marchutan, Ariel and Azphel were announced during Advanced Access.
NA West
The initial Advanced Access pairing is Elyos Siel versus Asmodian Israphel.
NA East
Initial pairings include Siel versus Israphel and Nezekan versus Zikel.
Latin America
Initial pairings include Siel versus Israphel and Nezekan versus Zikel.
Asia
The initial Advanced Access pairing is Elyos Siel versus Asmodian Israphel.
Cross-Server
Official announcements state that instanced content including dungeons is available cross-server.
AION 2 Dungeons
Preview the Expedition dungeons officially showcased for AION 2 global. These encounters support parties of up to five players and provide clear targets for future boss, mechanic and dungeon preparation guides.
Krao Cave
An up-to-five-player Expedition set in a former Lepharist laboratory where the experimental subject Berk has awakened.
Urugugu Canyon
An up-to-five-player Expedition centered on the sacred canyon and the awakened divine bird Auldor.
Fire Temple
An up-to-five-player Expedition featuring traps, Watchers and the shadow surrounding Kromede.
Draupnir
An up-to-five-player Expedition where Transcendent Bakarma has been changed by an unknown Abyss power.
AION 2 System Requirements
Check the official AION 2 PC requirements before downloading the global client. Both minimum and recommended specifications require Windows 10 or 11, DirectX 12 and 100 GB of available storage.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or Intel Core i5-10500. | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-11700. |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti with 4 GB VRAM. | NVIDIA RTX 2070 with 8 GB VRAM. |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM. | 16 GB RAM. |
| Storage | 100 GB of available space. | SSD recommended. |
AION 2 Factions and PvP
Understand the Elyos and Asmodian faction structure before selecting a server in AION 2. The two factions live on separate servers but meet opponents from paired servers in cross-faction content such as the Abyss and Spacetime Rifts.
Elyos
One of AION 2's two playable factions, with faction-specific servers in each supported region.
Asmodians
One of AION 2's two playable factions, housed on separate servers from Elyos players.
Abyss
A cross-faction space where players can encounter opponents from their currently paired enemy server.
Spacetime Rifts
Official server matchmaking information identifies Spacetime Rifts as another mode where the opposing faction can be encountered.
Server Pairing
Elyos and Asmodian servers are paired for cross-faction competition, and NCSoft states that these pairings may change over time.
AION 2 Pets and Mounts
Learn how pets support exploration and convenience in AION 2. Official global material confirms that companions can follow players, transform into rideable mounts and provide practical benefits such as automatic item looting.
Companions
Collected pets can accompany your Daeva while exploring Atreia.
Rideable Mounts
Official global material states that pets can transform into rideable mounts.
Auto-Looting
Pets can provide convenience effects including automatic item looting.
Black Dragon
The Black Dragon pet is included in the AION 2 Ultimate Founder's Pack shown on the official global site.
AION 2 FAQ
Common questions about AION 2, answered for new and returning players preparing for the global PC service.
When does AION 2 launch globally?
The global launch is scheduled for October 5, 2026. Founder's Pack holders get advance access from September 30.
Which platforms support the AION 2 global version?
Global support is for Windows PC through Steam and PURPLE. Regional mobile editions exist separately and do not confirm a global mobile release.
Is AION 2 free to play?
Yes. The global version has optional membership, cosmetics and a Battle Pass. Membership is required for player-economy and currency-exchange features.
Can Steam and PURPLE players play AION 2 together?
Yes. Steam and PURPLE share servers and content. Link your accounts to use the same characters and progress across both launchers.
Does Korean or Taiwanese AION 2 progress transfer to global servers?
No. Progress from the Korean and Taiwanese services does not carry over to the global service.
Can I play AION 2 solo, and how large are expedition parties?
You can play solo. The official global showcase lists expeditions such as Fire Temple and Draupnir for parties of up to five.
Can you fly freely in AION 2?
Yes. AION 2 features free flight for exploration and aerial combat, rather than limiting wings to a cosmetic effect.
Which factions can I choose in AION 2?
AION 2 has two playable factions, Elyos and Asmodians. Coordinate your region, faction and server before creating characters with friends.
What do pets do in AION 2?
Pets can accompany your character, transform into mounts and provide benefits such as auto-looting, according to the global feature showcase.
Ready to Master AION 2?
Choose a class, plan your first steps and prepare for your next dungeon. Start with practical guides for your journey through Atreia.






