The Classic version of Aion will be released in Europe in April. Gameforge has now announced the official release date. We from MeinMMO also reveal for whom the new MMORPG is interesting.
Aion Classic will celebrate its release on April 12, 2023.
On the classic servers, you will play Aion on approximately version 1.9. You will be able to experience old content up to level 50, including flying in the open world, old dungeons, rifts, and the PvP battles in the Abyss.
However, there are also some technical adjustments, new comfort features, and a balance patch that corresponds to that of the Korean servers. The game will use German texts and Korean voices.
Additionally, Aion Classic is being completely redeveloped in Korea. There, they already have a completely new class and a new dungeon. These changes are also expected to come to Europe. Gameforge has confirmed this. Aion Classic will therefore be more of a format like Old School RuneScape with new content rather than WoW Classic.
Aion Classic will basically be Free2Play, but it has the optional subscription Siel’s Energy (10 euros for 30 days). This is needed to trade with each other, level up faster, and gain access to all items in the game. There will also be a Battle Pass.
In Korea and America, there were issues at release that led to a sort of Pay2Win situation. There accidentally was an item for real money that could be sold in-game for currency. However, Gameforge can now avoid this.
A first trailer for Aion Classic can be watched here:
Aion Classic is aimed at old players and people looking for a new PvP game
Who is Aion Classic interesting for? Basically, the developers want to appeal especially to the old fans of Aion. Many of them are disappointed with the development of the current MMORPG. After all, special content like the PvP battles in the Abyss has been heavily restricted, and autoplay has even been implemented.
But players who simply want cool PvP should keep an eye on Aion Classic. In the Abyss, there are large battles for strongholds and also in the open world, there are often small skirmishes between the two factions, Asmodians and Elyos.
Those who don’t like PvP can look forward to some really tough and varied dungeons.
Additionally, the game also features a relatively action-packed combat system, which was very modern at its release in 2011, but has since become somewhat outdated.
Similar applies to the graphics. In 2023, it definitely does not win any awards and has to be accepted if you want to have fun with Aion. The monetization can also be viewed critically. Siel’s Energy plays an important role. Without it, you get:
- 50% less XP
- No Kinah
- No Abyss Points
- No access to particularly rare items
- No trading between players
However, you get two hours of it for free per day. That should be enough for the average player. Furthermore, the original Aion was a subscription game, so you can see Siel’s Energy as a replacement for that.
What do you think about Aion Classic? Does this MMORPG appeal to you, or are you ignoring it and waiting for another highlight? There are actually a few more coming this year:
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