AION 2 on PC: Release Date, Features and System Requirements Now Available

AION 2 is a free-to-play MMORPG from NC where flying is part of combat, not just a way to get around. Players take the role of Daeva, join a faction and fight a faction war across a map the developer says is 36 times larger than the original AION. The game is due on PC on October 5, 2026, so this page covers what the official store listing confirms and what is still unanswered.

Game Information

Detail	Info
Game title	AION 2
Platform	PC only (Windows 10/11, 64-bit), per Steam
Release date	October 5, 2026 (Advance Access from September 30 for Founder’s Pack buyers)
Genre	MMORPG, Action, Adventure, RPG, Free to Play
Developer	NC
Publisher	NC
Install storage	100 GB required (not confirmed as download size)
Version or update	Not supplied
Languages	8 supported: English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Korean

About AION 2

AION 2 is a sequel to NC’s original AION and is built on Unreal Engine 5. Its setting, according to Steam, is Atreia, where you play as a Daeva, a winged being. The store page says flight is part of how you fight and explore, not only how you travel. The developer’s pitch is that regions, battlefields and encounters were designed around height, so being above your opponent gives you an advantage.

You choose a faction, and the faction war ties into the PvE content through an area called the Abyss. The Steam text does not describe the main storyline, the factions by name or the class roster. I have left those out instead of guessing.

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Key Features

• Aerial combat. Fights are designed to use height, so positioning above an enemy matters. Expect to think about altitude as well as distance.
• A much larger world. The developer says the map is 36 times the size of the original AION. That figure is theirs, and I can’t confirm how it feels in play.
• Skill chaining and class customization. Steam says you can chain skills and shape your class to fit your playstyle. It gives no detail on how the customization system works.
• Over 200 dungeons. Formats include solo challenges, 5-player parties and 10-player groups, so you can play alone or with others.
• Seasonal challenges, rankings and open-world events. These are listed as ongoing content, but Steam does not say how often they rotate.
• Character creation with 200+ options. You can also collect outfits, mounts and wings, so appearance customization is a real part of the game.
• Shugo Festival mini-games. Steam lists defending Shugos from enemy waves, pet racing and laser dodging. Rewards include wings, skins, pets and décor.

Gameplay and Player Experience

The Steam page supports these gameplay points:

• Combat: action-style, with skill chaining, positioning and timing. The developer says each fight is “a decision, not a rotation”, which is a design goal, not a verified result.
• PvE: solo, 5-player and 10-player dungeons, plus open-world events and seasonal or ranked challenges.
• PvP: Steam tags the game as online PvP and lists faction war as a core mode.
• Social play: listed as MMO and online co-op, with in-game chat.
• Character progression: the sources do not explain levelling, gear progression or endgame structure.

This is a summary of the developer’s description, not a hands-on review.

Platform and Availability

System Requirements:

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 10/11 (64-bit)	Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
Processor	AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel Core i5-10500	AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7-11700
Memory	8 GB RAM	16 GB RAM
Graphics	NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB)	NVIDIA RTX 2070 (8 GB)
DirectX	Version 12	Version 12
Storage	100 GB	100 GB

An SSD is recommended. For Full HD, Steam suggests the Very Low preset on minimum hardware and Low on recommended hardware.

The game is free to play with in-app purchases. Before launch, Steam offers three paid pre-purchase Founder’s Packs: Standard ($24.99), Deluxe ($49.99) and Ultimate ($99.99). Each grants Advance Access five days early. The sources do not say what differs between the tiers, so check the store page before buying. Steam also shows a playtest access request. It requires agreement to a third-party EULA and includes Family Sharing.

For current availability, prices and launch news, use the official listing: AION 2 on Steam and the developer’s website linked from that page. Only use official storefronts to get the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does AION 2 come out?
Steam lists October 5, 2026. Founder’s Pack buyers get Advance Access from September 30.

Is AION 2 free?
Steam tags it as Free to Play with in-app purchases. The Founder’s Packs are optional paid pre-purchases for early access.

Which platforms does it support?
Steam says PC only, on Windows 10/11 (64-bit). Consoles and mobile are not mentioned, so nothing is confirmed for them.

How much storage do I need?
The listed requirement is 100 GB of available space, and an SSD is recommended. The exact download size is not given.

Does it have AI-generated content?
The developer discloses that some assets were made with AI tools, specifically Arcana card designs and some icons. Steam also lists “General Mature Content and Gore”.

Final Overview

AION 2 is a PC-only, free-to-play MMORPG from NC. Its confirmed focus is aerial combat, a faction war, over 200 dungeons and deep character customization. It may suit players who want an action-flavored MMO where height and positioning matter, or fans of the original AION curious about a sequel. Several things are still unconfirmed, including class details, progression systems, Founder’s Pack contents and real-world performance. Check the official Steam page for updates as launch approaches.