Two test windows
NC's August 26 global announcement schedules the Launch Scale Test for September 17 and 18. In Turkey's UTC+3 time zone, the windows are September 17 from 16:00 to 22:00, and September 18 at 22:00 through September 19 at 04:00. Preload starts September 16 at 16:00 in the same time zone.
What the test includes
- Characters can progress to level 37.
- Trading and payments are disabled during the test.
- Test character progress will be wiped; it does not carry into launch.
Preparing for participation
Download the client during preload and verify that the test window matches your local date. The second Turkish window crosses midnight, which can otherwise make the Friday session look like a Saturday start.
A test, not a launch date
This announcement concerns load testing. It should not be confused with permanent access, a character reservation guarantee or the final live-service opening. Check the official announcement for participation and any subsequent schedule changes.
Source and scope
Region: Global. Announcement: 2026-08-26. Official announcement. Editorial check: September 13, 2026.
Cover: NC Corporation / official AION 2 promotional screenshot, used illustratively. Image source.
