An original, expansive MMORPG by NCsoft’s Seoul development studios. In Aion, players are divided between those that are "The Chosen" and those that are "The Fallen." The Tower of Eternity exists as a gateway into the Abyss, and acts as a portal between dimensions. When a great evil opens the gateways, it awakens the Dragons imprisoned within the Abyss, who seek revenge on both worlds. It is here that an epic conflict begins, as you take your first steps on a journey to bring salvation to the world.
Experience an exciting change in the way players can interact with their environment within a massively multiplayer world. With the power of the Crytec game engine, you will be able to climb sheer cliffs and fly through moving clouds. In this ethereal world, you will have the power to direct dynamic relationships between angels, demons and dragons to control the fate of the world. You will evolve Aion's storylines through social, economic and cultural experiences that are both interactive and cinematic.
Our starter guide to Aion, covering crafting, slash commands and class types.
You reckon Aion's all about whimsy and angel wings? Think again. With names like "Lunadium" and "Katalamize," it's probably fair to speculate that this handful of new instances, coming to Aion's next big content update, won't just be some sissy walk in fairy-strewn woods. Read More »
Oh, how the angelic have fallen... right into a life of domestic pleasantries. Those tired of taking to the skies can now clip their wings and settle down thanks to Aion's latest changes to its in-game housing feature. Read More »
NCsoft's easy-on-the-eyes MMO, Aion, is going free-to-play. Following in the footsteps of Age of Conan, Lord of the Rings Online, Dungeons & Dragons Online, and DC Universe Online, Aion will take flight to F2P in February 2012 in Europe. Level-up the jump for details. Read More »
If you're interested in understanding Aion's narrative, you're better off visiting the various websites that provide expansive wikis on the lore; that's all quite outside the scope of this review. While I don't really know what exactly has led the game's two playable races into a never-ending war against one another, I can attest to how much fun I've had playing Aion since it launched. From its abnormally good graphics and highly customizable character creation, to its innovative tutorial elements and innovative aerial combat mechanics, Aion does enough to make a strong first impression. The problem comes during the long haul, when that initial luster fades, and you're left going through routine, repetitive tasks in order to gain meaningful character progression. Read More »
In what is being touted as the "biggest MMO launch of the year" by publisher NCsoft, the new PC title Aion has reached nearly 400,000 units pre-ordered. Aion has apparently been uniquely designed to appeal to western gamers, so what's stopping you? Read More »
Also known as: Aion: Tower of Eternity
Release Region: United States
Release Date: September 22, 2009
Publisher: NCsoft
Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: September 25, 2009
Publisher: NCsoft
Expansion packs related to this game:
Aion: Assault on Balaurea (PC)