NC’s AION 2 Set for Global Steam Release in 2026 as a Native PC Game

AION 2 Set for Global Release Later This Year

NC America has officially announced that AION 2 will be available globally later this year, following its initial launch in South Korea on November 19, 2025. This highly anticipated MMORPG is geared towards creating an immersive experience for players worldwide.

Platform and Accessibility Enhancements

The South Korean version of AION 2 was exclusively designed for mobile platforms, with access on PC only through NC’s proprietary Purple launcher. In contrast, the global edition has been specifically tailored for PC users and will also be available on Steam. Players can now add the game to their wishlist on Valve’s store, enhancing accessibility for fans across various platforms.

Localized Experience and Server Hosting

To ensure a smooth gaming experience, global servers will be situated in North America, South America, Europe, and Japan. This localization aims to reduce latency, accommodating players from diverse regions. Additionally, AION 2 will feature localization in ten languages, offering players the choice of English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese.

System Requirements

The official Steam page provides detailed information about system requirements for the game. Here’s a summary of both minimum and recommended specifications:

Specs	Minimum	Recommended
YOU	Windows 10/11 (64-bit)	Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
CPU	AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel Core i5-10500	AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7-11700
RAM	8 GB	16 GB
GPU	NVIDIA GTX 1050Ti (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX470 (4GB)	NVIDIA RTX 2070 (8GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB)
DirectX	Version 12	Version 12
Network	Broadband Internet connection	Broadband Internet connection
Storage	100 GB (SSD recommended)	100 GB (SSD recommended)
Notes	Set graphics preset to Very Low at FHD	Set graphics preset to Low at FHD

Visuals Powered by Unreal Engine 5

AION 2 utilizes Unreal Engine 5 to deliver stunning graphics, incorporating DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation as well as the recently announced DLSS 5. To give players a glimpse of its breathtaking visuals, NC America has released a series of captivating screenshots that showcase vibrant environments and dynamic characters.

A character with large pink and purple wings glides over a vibrant tropical landscape in the game AION 2.

A character with a sword confronts a group of colorful, bird-like creatures on a wooden platform in a lush, vibrant fantasy environment.

Game Features and Content

Seunguk Baek, the Chief Business Officer at NC America, stated:

AION 2 has continuously updated its content and services, listening closely to the community to elevate the player experience. We want to bring that same level of dedication, community responsiveness, and gameplay quality to players around the world.

The storyline unfolds over 200 years after the original AION and expands the game’s universe to a size that is 36 times larger. Aerial combat remains a focal element; every zone and PvP encounter is meticulously crafted around flight mechanics, enhancing the overall gameplay.

Players can choose from eight distinct classes, representing the complete Holy Trinity (Cleric, Templar, Gladiator, Ranger, Assassin, Sorcerer, Spiritmaster, and Chanter), with a manual skill system that excludes auto-combat features.

Content offerings include over 200 dungeons playable in solo or group formats (4-player, 8-player, and up to 200-player raids), along with an expansive Abyss open world that features large-scale PvP factions of Elyos versus Asmodians, arenas, and 3D aerial battlegrounds.

Additionally, we recently had the opportunity to interview NC America CEO Jeonghee “JJ” Jin about AION 2 and other forthcoming titles, including Horizon Steel Frontiers and Cinder City.

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