Aion 2 is finally launching, and even though the rollout starts in Korea and Taiwan, the game is already fully playable in English. For many players, this comes as a surprise. I’ve noticed in community chats that a lot of people still think you need a Korean social security number or a VPN to get in. Thankfully, that’s not the case for most regions. If you’ve been curious about jumping into the game early—or just want to be ready the moment servers go live—this guide breaks down everything you need to know to get started quickly and without confusion.

Launch Time and Availability

Aion 2 officially launches on the 19th at midnight Korean time, which lines up with the 18th at 10:00 a.m. Eastern for players in North America. Even though the release starts in Asia, the global community has already formed, especially around Taiwan’s servers, where English is fully supported.

The biggest point many players miss is that the game already has a complete English client. All you have to do is switch the text language in the settings, and you’re good. No region locks, no hidden steps, and for most players, no VPN at all.

Choosing Servers and Understanding Factions

Aion 2 uses a paired-server structure. Each faction—Elyos and Asmodians—gets its own dedicated server, and those servers are linked to each other. For the English-speaking community, the current hotspot is Barma for Elyos, paired with Chromi for Asmodians.

Most global players seem to be rolling Elyos on Barma, so if you want an active Western community from day one, that’s the place to be. The streamer and content-creator crowd also plans to be there, so new and returning players should have no trouble finding groups or guilds.

On Taiwan servers, Barma is also the main available option for Elios players, so it keeps things simple.

How to Register Properly (Step-by-Step)

You’ll need the NCSoft Purple launcher, which works similarly to other game hubs. Registration is easier than it looks, but there is one key detail that many newcomers overlook: when creating your account, you must set your region to Taiwan.

If you're playing from Europe or North America, the region dropdown should appear normally. Just pick Taiwan and complete the registration. If you’re in certain countries—Korea was given as an example—the region may be locked automatically, and in that case, a VPN may be required only for the signup step. Once the account is created, the game itself runs without one.

After that:

Install the Purple launcher.

Log in with the email you registered.

Select Aion 2 from the launcher menu.

Pre-register your character (optional but recommended).

Go into game settings, switch text to English, and you’re set.

It’s simple enough that even new players should be able to breeze through it in a few minutes.

A Note on In-Game Preparation and Community Tips

If you’re planning to play actively during launch week, it’s worth joining the early English-speaking groups on Barma. Aion 2 appears to be designed with cooperative play in mind, and starting on a populated server gives you a smoother experience with group content and faction coordination.

For players who like to plan ahead for their progression or gear routes, you might at some point look for ways to buy Aion 2 Kinah through third-party markets. While it’s always safer to earn everything through gameplay, some players use that option to speed up early progression, especially in new MMORPG launches. As always, be cautious and stick to sources the community has vetted for reliability.

What to Expect at Launch and Why the Hype Is Building

Much of the excitement comes from how accessible Aion 2 is compared to what many expected from an overseas launch. No complicated account setup, no region locks for most players, and full English text already available—these details remove a lot of friction that typically scares people off.

The developer clearly wants an international audience from day one, and you can already feel that in the global community discussions. Several guilds are coordinating their start times, and many creators plan to produce guides, build breakdowns, and progression routes in the first few weeks.

If you're the kind of player who likes to keep an eye on early economies, some communities also track pricing trends through a cheap Aion 2 Kinah marketplace, especially during peak launch activity, though such tools are mostly for players who enjoy economic optimization. Meanwhile, other players prefer to jump straight into leveling, PvP, and faction wars without worrying about the money side of the game. There's no wrong choice—MMORPGs thrive on letting people play their own style.

A Few Small Tips Before You Jump In

To make your first hours smoother, here are some quick suggestions:

Set your client language to English before logging in for the first time.

Join a faction Discord or guild early—the English player network is already active.

Pre-registering your character saves time on launch day, especially if you want a specific name.

Keep your Purple launcher in “Global” mode so it doesn’t default to other regions.

If you’re browsing third-party resources, several players mention U4GM when discussing marketplace comparisons or price tracking, but always remember these are community tools, not official sources.

Launching with a plan makes a much bigger difference in a faction-based MMO like Aion 2, and new players tend to settle in much faster if they know where the community is gathering.

Aion 2’s launch is shaping up to be much more accessible than many expected. With full English support, simple registration, and an active international community forming around the Barma server, this is one of the smoother overseas MMO launches we’ve seen in a while. If you’ve been thinking about jumping in early—or just want a solid start on release day—the steps and tips above should help you get into the game with confidence.