Aion 2 PC Launch Date Set for October Following Gamescom Reveal

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Aug 25, 2026, 9:49 PM UTC 1 min read

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Aion 2 PC Launch Date Set for October Following Gamescom Reveal

Developer NC dropped the official release date for Aion 2 during Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2026, accompanied by an action-filled trailer that showcases the upcoming MMORPG.

Quick Facts

Release Date: October 5, 2026
Platforms: PC (via Steam and PURPLE)
Pre-launch Test: Launch Scale Test on September 17 and 18
Early Access: 30 days prior for players who paid for Early Access

Launch Scale Test and Access Details

Players looking to test the game ahead of the October release will have an opportunity on September 17 and 18. NC is hosting a Launch Scale Test designed to simulate launch environment stability. Applications for the test are open on the official Steam page.

Additionally, players who opted for Early Access packages during the first global dev stream will be able to start playing 30 days ahead of the main October 5 launch window.