New MMORPG Aion 2 Coming This Year, Built In Unreal Engine 5
Aion 2
NCSoft originally confirmed Aion 2 was in development nearly seven years ago way back in 2018, but just this week have finally started whispering about some big news to come soon. Later this month on May 29 a big livestream debut is scheduled and in the lead up to that moment we finally have some fresh details. Namely, we should be expecting a global release later this year (reportedly) and we already know it's being built in Unreal Engine 5.
By way of a new official teaser website, reporting from Korea IT Times, and a bit of Google Translate work on my part, I think we have some (relatively) concrete details on what to expect from Aion 2 when it launches globally in 2025. I've got the teaser clip which was uploaded to YouTube embedded here:
The original Aion from NCSoft first released back in 2008 for Korea and 2009 for the rest of the world and it ascended into the ranks of MMO royalty very quickly. Utilizing a unique (at the time) approach to combining PvP and PvE elements, prominent realm vs. realm factions, and extremely open-ended level design with full-flight functionality, it broke a lot of ground for the MMORPG genre and maintained a sizable audience for many years.
From what we've seen and heard, Aion 2 is using Unreal Engine 5 to ensure extremely high-quality visuals and will likely lean on its roots as a hybrid approach of both PvE and PvP content. According to Aion Strategies back in December of last year, it's expected to feature a monetization strategy similar to Throne and Liberty. It's also reportedly shifting away from the relatively traditional tab-targeting method of most of its games such as Lineage, Aion, and Throne and Liberty in favor of something more action-oriented and fast-paced, perhaps similar to games such as Black Desert Online.
FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™
Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase
Pinpoint By Linkedin
Guess The Category
Queens By Linkedin
Crown Each Region
Crossclimb By Linkedin
Unlock A Trivia Ladder
If you've followed the MMO market to any level over the years, NCSoft should be a name you're very familiar with. They've got their hands in a huge chunk of the industry dating back to 1998 with the original Lineage and now spanning the likes of Guild Wars, Blade & Soul, Throne and Liberty, Aion of course, and many other properties, like the deceased City of Heroes.
It's worth mentioning that, in the past when Aion 2 was first unveiled, it was labeled as a mobile MMORPG. It's unclear if that's still the plan, or if perhaps it will be cross-platform between PC and mobile such as other recent MMO games like Tarisland.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Geek Vibes Nation
19 minutes ago
- Geek Vibes Nation
GTA 6 Expands On GTA 5's Casino Gameplay: What To Expect
It's real, folks. Grand Theft Auto 6 is actually coming, even with another delay. The second trailer just dropped, and the internet has been pretty crazy with the reactions. One thing a lot of us are excited about? The casino. Rockstar should be giving us a whole new gambling world. We absolutely loved the Diamond Casino in GTA 5, but GTA 6 looks set to top it with more games, better ways to play with friends, and deeper connections to the crime story. The game hits shelves next May. For now, let's talk about what we can expect. What Made the Diamond Casino So Popular? Back in 2019, Rockstar finally gave players what they wanted by adding The Diamond Casino & Resort to GTA 5 Online. Safe to say it was a game-changer. Players could try their luck at poker, blackjack, and slots in a fancy setting that also served as a mission hub. Wondering where's the casino in GTA? You'll find the Diamond Casino in East Vinewood. It's not far from the racetrack. It quickly became the place to be. You could spin the Lucky Wheel, plan a heist, or just want to show off your penthouse. The casino is a great way to make money too. Check out this Reddit discussion on GTA Online casinos. What Philippines Gamers Can Expect in GTA 6's Casinos If history tells us anything, GTA 6 casino features should blow the previous version away. Looking at the newly-released second trailer, they're already doing so in the graphics department. Here's what PH gamers can expect to see soon at the new casino: More Games: Look for an expanded lineup beyond the basics. We're talking slots, blackjack, Texas Hold 'Em, baccarat, craps, video poker, and maybe even dominoes. The goal seems to be making the in-game casino feel like a real gambling hub. Seamless Play: The title will likely make it easier to move between single-player and online casino activities. The casino in GTA will have a lot of action whether you're playing solo or with friends. Better Look and Feel: With new-gen hardware, expect casinos that look and sound incredibly real. More Social Features: This could be the biggest change. Think player-hosted poker nights, private rooms for high-rollers, and new ways to interact with other players at the casino. As gaming site RockstarIntel notes, 'Rockstar has very effectively introduced casino elements that underscore real-world gaming trends. By incorporating features that echo actual gaming experiences… Rockstar enriches the authenticity and appeal of its virtual worlds.' How GTA 6 Could Change Casino Gaming As we expect a revamped casino in GTA 6, we could see more value. Aside from just adding more games or prettier graphics, the casino could become a living part of the city: Story Integration: Casino missions will likely tie into the main plot. You'll enjoy new ways to earn money, double-cross rivals, or climb the criminal Events: You might host your own poker tournament or join a high-stakes game with friends, with real rewards on the line. Better Heists: We'll probably see more detailed schemes around the casino. Quick Facts About GTA Casinos For those asking, where is the Diamond Casino in GTA, as well as other details about the casino, here are some quick facts to know. The Diamond Casino & Resort opened in GTA 5 Online. This was in June 2019, almost six years after the game's launch. You need membership to use most features. There are VIP perks for penthouse owners. The GTA online casino reset time is every 24 hours. You can spin the Lucky Wheel and get fresh bonuses daily. What's Next for GTA Casinos? Rockstar never stops pushing boundaries. With GTA 6 near, we expect a new casino that feels more real and social than ever before. As Einstein supposedly joked, 'You can't beat a roulette table unless you steal money from it.' Remember the Diamond Casino Heist in GTA 5? It lets us do exactly that. You can break in and steal what the house has won. In GTA 6, we'll likely see even better heist options. Maybe we'll see multiple ways to rob the casino, and with a different crew. The developers know we loved that mission, so they're bound to bring it back with some fresh twists. Wrapping Up GTA's casinos are popular for many reasons. Aside from their popularity, they also show our real-world interest in gambling. As a player, if you want to hunt for bonuses away from what this game offers, especially in the Philippines, check the opinions of the experts from trusted review sites like Ecasinos for where to get casino PAGCOR free bonus offers online. With GTA 6 coming soon, the in-game casino should see interesting new features. We're talking better gameplay, building on what worked in the Diamond Casino & Resort. Sure, not everyone cares about high-stakes gambling in the Rockstar game. But for those who do, the GTA 6 casino will be central to the game's really crazy world.
Android Authority
21 minutes ago
- Android Authority
This new flagship phone has two zoom lenses, but only one zoom camera (wait, what?)
HUAWEI TL;DR HUAWEI has announced the Pura 80 series of smartphones. The Pura 80 Ultra has a switchable tele lens, which sees one zoom camera switching between two periscope lenses. HUAWEI has been teasing the Pura 80 series of flagship phones for a while now, and leaks point to a radical zoom camera system for the Pura 80 Ultra. Now, the company has indeed announced the Pura 80 series. The Pura 80 Ultra stands out from other smartphones by offering a single zoom camera sensor that moves between two sets of periscope lenses (3.7x and 9.4x). In fact, text on the back of the phone characterizes this as a 'switchable tele lens.' This differs from Sony's variable telephoto camera system, which sees the lenses moving to achieve different levels of zoom. HUAWEI Unlike Sony's small 12MP variable telephoto system, the Pura 80 Ultra offers a 1/1.28-inch zoom camera sensor. HUAWEI says this is the largest telephoto camera in the industry. The Ultra handset also offers a one-inch 50MP RYYB main camera, complete with a variable aperture system. HUAWEI says this camera offers the industry's highest dynamic range. This is a breaking story — more updates to follow.
Forbes
28 minutes ago
- Forbes
Switch 2 Breaks Records By Selling Over 3.5 Million Units In Four Days
The Switch 2 has had a pretty momentous launch. Nintendo The Switch 2 has managed to break records by selling over 3.5 million units globally in its first four days on sale. Despite the expectations that the increased price point of the console and its games would harm sales, it seems the opposite is now true. According to Nintendo, the Switch 2 has been their fastest-selling console in the history of the company, as it amassed over 3.5 million sales in its first four days. That exceeds what the original Switch managed, and that went on to be a huge success, almost selling as much as the PlayStation 2 in its lifetime. Considering how Zelda: Breath of the Wild made the original Switch fly off shop shelves back in 2017, it now seems that Mario Kart World has indeed done what many suspected. In that, while Breath of the Wild was a huge seller for the first Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe managed to sell more than double that. With that in mind, it makes sense that you would make an open-world Mario Kart game to kick-start your next console. I've had a lot of fun with Mario Kart World, and you can read my review if you are at all curious about the game, but it's clear now that this combination at launch for the Switch 2 has been very successful. As for how the Switch 2 has done in Japan, it's a bit different compared to the first Switch launch. Mainly because many bought the console online from Nintendo's site directly, which meant that there has been steady stock in most shops here as a result. The other interesting thing is that the Japanese Switch 2 is sort of region locked to Japan, as it only supports Japanese language games. This is to hamper efforts from scalpers who bought the old multi-region Switch and sold it in places like China for a huge markup. You can buy a multi-region Switch 2 in Japan, but only from Nintendo's official site, which is what I did, and that seems to have stopped the scalpers in their tracks, at least for now. The flip side to all this is that the Japanese version of the Switch 2 has subsequently been more available, and that has no doubt helped its sales here. The launch line-up of games for the Switch 2 has also been varied and strong, so it will be interesting to see how it performs over the next few months, once other big releases land on the system. Follow me on X, Facebook and YouTube. I also manage Mecha Damashii and am currently featured in the Giant Robots exhibition currently touring Japan.
