AION 2 on Steam

Quick answer: AION 2 is distributed on PC through Steam and PURPLE, NCSOFT's own launcher. The verified global PC listing requires 64-bit Windows 10 or 11, DirectX 12, broadband internet, and 100 GB of free storage, with 8 GB RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended.

Steam and PURPLE

AION 2 reaches global PC players through two channels: the Steam store page and PURPLE, NCSOFT's dedicated PC launcher. The Steam global PC page was reviewed on August 20, 2026 as part of the wiki's verification process. Both paths serve the same game client on Windows.

Use the official store page for your region to avoid third-party or private-server clients. Pre-load and exact store-page timing are 待确认 and may differ by platform. The game is presented as free-to-play, so no upfront purchase is required to start.

Minimum specification

Steam lists Windows 10 or 11 64-bit, an AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or Intel Core i5-10500, 8 GB RAM, and either an NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti 4 GB or AMD Radeon RX 470 4 GB. DirectX 12, broadband internet, and 100 GB of available storage are required. The note recommends an SSD and the very-low preset for Full HD.

Meeting the minimum lets the game run, but expect reduced settings and frame rates in busy battles. The 100 GB figure is storage for the client, not the download footprint alone. Confirm free space beyond the download so the client can unpack and update.

Recommended specification

The recommended listing uses an AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-11700, 16 GB RAM, and either an NVIDIA RTX 2070 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8 GB. It keeps DirectX 12, broadband, and 100 GB storage. Steam recommends an SSD and the low preset at Full HD.

The recommended tier targets smoother performance in crowded fights and larger open areas. More memory and a stronger GPU help with the game's flight and faction-war scenes. If your hardware sits between minimum and recommended, start low and raise settings after testing.

What the spec does not guarantee

Meeting a specification does not guarantee a fixed frame rate in every battle. Drivers, cooling, background software, resolution, and later patches all influence performance. This page therefore does not invent benchmark results for any GPU.

Check performance in your own region and patch after launch. If frames drop in large fights, lower resolution or effects before changing hardware. The official update notes may adjust requirements over time.

Before installing

Confirm free space beyond the listed download footprint so the client can unpack and update files. Update your graphics driver from the hardware vendor and keep Windows current. Recheck Steam before launch because requirements can change.

Laptop and handheld players should compare the actual CPU and GPU model rather than the marketing family name. No official handheld compatibility rating was visible in the verified listing, so this page makes no handheld support promise. Console versions remain 待确认.

Frequently asked questions

Is AION 2 on Steam? Yes, Steam and PURPLE both distribute the global PC client.

How much storage does it need? 100 GB of available storage is required.

What are the RAM requirements? 8 GB minimum, 16 GB recommended.