Launch Scale Test week Pre-download Sep 16 · Day 1 Sep 17 · Day 2 Sep 18 · Steam + PURPLE
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PRE-LAUNCH STATUSPre-download opens Sep 16 · Launch Scale Test begins Sep 17
AION 2 GLOBAL · UPDATED SEPTEMBER 16, 2026

Launch Scale Test.
Everything you need before login.

Exact preload and test times, what carries over, what is disabled, Steam vs PURPLE setup, Founder’s Pack early access, PC requirements, classes and the current Global launch facts — separated from Korea-only assumptions.

Open to everyoneNo key, invite or registration list
Lv. 37 cap12 total test hours
Full wipeNothing transfers after Day 2
Steam + PURPLEBoth supported for the test
TEST RULES

What the official notice already confirms

PlatformsSteam / PURPLE
Play time6h × 2 days
ProgressDay 1 → Day 2
After testFull wipe
Test max level37
Disabled during the test:

All purchases, Shop, Quna, passes, memberships, Marketplace, Quna Exchange, player-to-player trading, Founder’s Pack items and Closet. Default outfits only.

FAQ

Pre-launch questions

Is the Launch Scale Test free?

Yes. The official test notice says it is open to everyone with no keys, invites or registration list required.

Does Launch Scale Test progress carry into September 30 or October 5?

No. Day 1 progress carries into Day 2, then all progress is wiped. Nothing transfers to Advance Access or launch.

Do I need a Founder’s Pack for the test?

No. Founder’s Pack items are disabled during the test. The pack is for five-day Advance Access and its listed benefits.

What is the AION 2 release date?

Full Global free-to-play launch is October 5, 2026. Founder’s Pack Advance Access begins September 30.

How large is the AION 2 download?

The current Steam Playtest depot snapshot is about 80.42 GiB to download and 81.74 GiB installed. The main Global client officially requires 100 GB free space; its final retail transfer size is still not a fixed official number.