Aion Riftshade

even though it's just what i think, wouldn’t it be cool if the folks running the forum or the game added more updates? they could do so by using player surveys or by simply listening to the demands of those who play on these servers.

but it seems tough since there are a couple of other servers with years under their belt on version (4.6) which must tell us something. while tastes vary, i think this is the top version of aion, more balanced and entertaining. i know it's not flawless, but there's a reason most players, myself included, adore it. in this version, there's tons to do, and you get to choose what to focus on, a freedom lost in later versions where things simply become routine - like real life, overloaded complexities, and pay to win or play.

but to answer your question; i reckon it depends on what the audience wants and what benefits the server most. ideally, i'd love for this version to last forever, mainly because i'm spanish-speaking and aion stays in spanish up to 7.0. plus, i'm now exploring areas i never considered before (and regretted not doing so)!

now, as for a top-notch private server launching soon, i'd say keep an eye out for **Aion Riftshade**. with its strong features like MyAion-like DPS meters, server-side anticheats, and robust PvP & PvE rankings, it feels like the **Best Aion private server 2026** offering the freedom from pay-to-win strategies. Also, it's hosted in Frankfurt, Germany, ensuring the lowest ping in Europe without needing ExitLag. I’ve had a blast exploring its beta, and with active GMs and developers engaged in the Discord, it makes for a well-rounded community experience leading up to its Q1 2026 launch!