NC has announced scheduled game server maintenance for AION 2, and during the window the game login will be temporarily unavailable. The work begins on October 20, 2026 at 23:30 PDT, which corresponds to October 21, 2026 at 08:30 CEST, and is expected to last 5.5 hours. Here is what players need to know about the AION 2 maintenance schedule and how it affects access.
When Does the AION 2 Maintenance Start?
The maintenance is set to begin at 23:30 PDT on October 20, 2026. For players in Central European Summer Time, that is 08:30 CEST on October 21, 2026. Check the start time against your own clock before planning sessions around the AION 2 server maintenance window.
How Long Will the AION 2 Servers Be Down?
The announced duration is 5.5 hours. If the work begins exactly on schedule, a simple calculation puts the expected finish at roughly 05:00 PDT on October 21, 2026, or about 14:00 CEST the same day. This end time is our own estimate derived from the stated duration and is not an official figure from NC.
What Is Affected: Game Servers and Login
The affected service is the game servers. Game login will be temporarily unavailable for the duration of the AION 2 downtime, so players should not expect to be able to enter the game during this period.
What to Expect When Maintenance Begins
Once maintenance starts, players currently in the game will be disconnected. Any unsaved progress should be handled before the start time.
Update Details and Schedule Changes
NC has not yet shared the details of the update, and says those will be released at a later time. The maintenance schedule and details are subject to change at any time, and any changes will be posted as an update to the original notice. We recommend checking the official AION 2 announcement on Steam for the latest information before and during the AION 2 update window.
For comparison, see our coverage of the previous AION 2 maintenance on October 13-14.
Source: Steam AION 2 news feed.