The short answer for those in a hurry: Aion 2 launched in Korea and Taiwan on November 19, 2025, the global release on PC and mobile is set for September 2026 with Russian-language support, and there are no separate official servers for Russia and the CIS yet — NCSoft has only said it's looking for a partner to launch in the region. Below is what this means in practice and what to play while you wait.

Has Aion 2 launched in Russia

As of 2026 there's no official Russian release. The Korean and Taiwanese servers launched in November 2025 are closed to players from Russia — regional restrictions let you neither register nor connect properly. This is a typical situation for NCSoft: the original Aion also took a long time to reach the region through local publishers.

When Aion 2 will release in Russia

The reference point is the global release in September 2026 on PC (Steam and NC Purple) and on smartphones. The global client supports Russian, so technically you'll be able to play as soon as access opens. But a separate date specifically for Russian servers hasn't been named yet: at G-STAR 2025 NCSoft said it's in talks with a partner for Russia/CIS. For now that's negotiations, not a date — exact timing is worth checking against announcements from NCSoft and the local publisher.

Can you play Aion 2 from Russia right now

Technically — only on the Korean or Taiwanese servers via VPN. In practice that's a poor option: high ping to Asia (and in an MMORPG with PvP and sieges, latency is critical), a Korean-language interface, ties to local phone numbers and payment systems, plus the risk of an account ban for bypassing regional restrictions. It'll do for a one-off "let's take a look," but not for proper play. It's more practical to wait for the global release.

Want a fantasy MMORPG with PvP and sieges right now, without a VPN or regional blocks? Scryde is a standalone game in the spirit of classic MMORPGs: accessible from Russia, running for 11+ years, with stable online numbers. You can jump in and check it out in a minute: Play Scryde →

What to play while you wait for Aion 2

Waiting for the official release means months. If you'd rather not lose them, there are fantasy MMORPGs accessible from Russia without workarounds. The closest in spirit to Aion are classic PvP projects with sieges, clans and an endgame built around large-scale battles — the very thing Aion always held its audience with.

Among the time-tested options, players pick Scryde: it's not Aion and not Lineage 2, but a standalone game in the spirit of classic online RPGs that has been running for more than 11 years, is accessible from Russia and develops without wipes. Several worlds at different rates, a lively online and a clear economy — exactly what covers the need to "play a proper MMORPG now" while Aion 2 makes its way to the region. You can compare it with other projects in the MMORPG catalog.

In short

  • KR/TW release: November 19, 2025.
  • Global release (PC + mobile, with Russian language): September 2026.
  • Official Russia/CIS servers: not yet, NCSoft is looking for a partner.
  • Playing from Russia now: only KR/TW via VPN — inconvenient and risky.
  • Alternative for now: MMORPGs accessible from Russia, for example Scryde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has Aion 2 been released?
Aion 2 launched in Korea and Taiwan on November 19, 2025. There is no global server yet — the current regional servers are region-locked. At G-STAR 2025, NCSoft confirmed it is preparing a worldwide rollout.
When does Aion 2 release globally?
The global launch on PC (Steam, NC Purple) and mobile is targeted for September 2026, and the client ships with English language support. Watch NCSoft and the regional publisher for the exact date in your region.
Can you play Aion 2 right now?
Only on the Korean or Taiwanese servers through a VPN, which is a grey area: high ping, a language barrier, and account-ban risk for bypassing region locks. A smooth, stable experience is not realistic today — waiting for the global launch is the practical choice.
What should you play while waiting for Aion 2?
If you want a fantasy MMORPG with PvP and sieges right now and without region locks, players turn to projects like Scryde — a standalone game in the spirit of classic MMORPGs that has been running for over 11 years.