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Aion 2: Release, Beta, Platforms, Classes and More in Overview

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 4 minutes

If you are looking for other information about the release of Aion 2, check our table of contents. This will take you to the right place:

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Update from August 9, 2026: We have added the new information about the founder packages for you.

How much will Aion 2 cost? Aion 2 will be free-to-play. You won’t have to pay anything if you just want to play the game. However, there will be various ways to invest real money in the in-game shop, in a battle pass, or an optional subscription. You can also purchase founder packages that provide you with some items and benefits (such as early access).

What do the founder packages cost and what is included? In total, you can purchase 3 founder packages with the following contents:

Contents of the Standard Founder Package of Aion 2
Contents of the Standard Founder Package of Aion 2
  • Standard (21.25 €)
    • 5 days Advanced Access: Explore the entirely new world as one of the first 5 days before the official launch.
    • 1 Supply Chest for the Daeva Expedition (Bound): Contains helpful items for a smooth start into the game
    • Unique Title [Atreia’s Vanguard]: A very special title of the rank “Unique” – exclusive for your character
    • 30 days subscription
Contents of the Deluxe Founder Package of Aion 2
Contents of the Deluxe Founder Package of Aion 2
  • Deluxe (42.49 €)
    • Includes everything from the Standard Package (5 days Advanced Access / Supply Chest for the Daeva Expedition (Bound) / Title)
    • Ascended Daeva (Appearance: Set): A special armor skin that combines angular plate armor with luxurious leather accents
    • Weapon Skin [Eternal Sun]: A weapon skin with special effects
    • 30 days subscription
Contents of the Ultimate Founder Package of Aion 2.
Contents of the Ultimate Founder Package of Aion 2.
  • Ultimate (84.99 €)
    • Includes everything from the Deluxe Package (5 days Advanced Access / Supply Chest for the Daeva Expedition (Bound) / Title / Ascended Daeva (Appearance: Set) (Bound) / Weapon Skin Chest: Eternal Sun (Bound)
    • Daeva Styling Chest (Bound): A special styling item for the fashion-conscious, exclusive to the Ultimate Founder Package for AION 2
    • Aria in Moonlight (Appearance: Set) (Bound): An elegant armor skin inspired by the icy shimmer of winter moonlight.
    • Companion [Black Dragon]: A special premium pet companion that will never let you down on your adventures
    • Burning Sun Wings (Bound): A shimmering wing skin with radiant feathers of golden flames
    • 30 days subscription

Please note that the skins from the founder packages will not later land in the in-game shop of Aion 2. The developers stated this during the livestream on August 8, 2026.

How is Aion 2 financed? Basically, there will be various ways to invest real money in Aion 2:

  • Founder Packages
    • Provide 5 days early access, exclusive cosmetic items (which are not supposed to land in the shop later) and consumables. The release date, prices, and exact contents are still unknown.
  • Currencies
    • The in-game currency “Kina” can be earned and is used for the player marketplace.
    • The premium currency “Quna” is purchased with real money for the shop and the battle pass.
  • Trade & Exchange
    • In the marketplace, players trade their items with Kina. An exchange allows direct switching between Kina and Quna.
  • Optional Subscription
    • Costs 15 US dollars (Euro price pending). It grants gameplay bonuses and unlocks access to the marketplace, the exchange, and a special shop.
  • In-game Shop
    • Sells cosmetic items (clothing, wings, companions) as well as earnable consumable items.
  • Battle Pass
    • Offers a free and a paid path for cosmetics, currencies, and upgrade materials.
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NCSoft presents the release date of AION 2 in the new trailer at the Summer Game Fest

Is Aion 2 Pay2Win or Pay2Progress? Aion 2 is primarily Pay2Progress, as the developers have already begun their departure from Pay2Win some time ago. Nevertheless, the following features can be summarized:

  • Pay-to-Progress in PvE
    • Those who invest real money (Quna) can buy directly in the auction house and thus gain a huge time advantage in character development. Additionally, the supposedly “optional” subscription is practically mandatory for frequent players, as it provides access to essential trading functions.
  • No Pay-to-Win in PvP
    • In instanced player-versus-player battles, the purchased advantage dissipates, as the game automatically equalizes the equipment of all participants to a comparable level. So, skill matters here, not the wallet.
  • Free Alternative through Grind