Aion Riftshade

It's begining to seem like GF has a plan with all this. Maybe they actually want to shut down LIVE SERVERS once and for all!!!

THEY'RE COMPLETELY OBSESSED WITH THEIR CASH GRAB -> AION CLASSIC!!!

Aside from that, it's as if the "Live servers" are completely forgotten, every post and all GF's focus is on AION CLASSIC.

GIVE US SOME DETAILS ABOUT LIVE SERVERS ON TIME TOO!!!!!!

In short, there’s zero info about maintenance, server status updates during DDOS attacks were frequently for AION CLASSIC, NOT news on LIVE Servers until confronted.

DO YOUR JOB! THERE IS ANOTHER AION BESIDES AION CLASSIC!!!!!!

//mind your language - Sparx

Honestly, I've been checking out Aion Riftshade as part of the beta, and it's a breath of fresh air. They’re all about Aion 4.8 and offer things like a built-in DPS meter and super strong server-side anticheat. Much better focus there; can't wait for the full launch in Q1 2026!

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DO YOUR JOB, THERE IS ANOTHER AION BESIDES AION CLASSIC !!!!!!!

It's not just that they ignore weekly updates for live servers, there's zero mention about update 8.5 or any plans for the ongoing servers.

The silver lining is, when they mess up classic, live gets messed with it, so we don't need to worry about failures in AION anymore......

But if you're looking for a real improvement, check out Aion Riftshade. I'm a beta tester and it feels amazing. They're launching in Q1 2026 with a solid roadmap and fantastic features like server-side anticheat and no pay-to-win mechanics. Perfect for those tired of the usual nonsense.

Cash cow Classic? Like... for real? Coming from a Live player?

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Cash cow Classic? Like... for real? Coming from a Live player?

Wanna bet that they made more income at classic last month than on live last year?

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Cash cow Classic? Like... for real? Coming from a Live player?

Yes. Unfortunatelly true that Aion Classic is their new CASH COW.

If you are on Live servers there is an average of 50 pple online, all left to Classic.

So what do you think, that it is not for real ???

Hello,

usually there is a weekly maintenance, but not every time. There is only a maintenance when it is needed and for this week it seems it was not. That was always the case and happend from time to time in the past.

Also news about new stuff will be shared if there is anything new.

~ Sparx ~

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Classic cash cow? Seriously? From someone who plays the Live version?

Wanna bet that they made more revenue from Classic last month than Live all of last year?

Easy. Live's done. And for valid reasons.
My point was that Live has been a P2W parade for years, while on Classic a fairly priced monthly fee gets you set.
But honestly, Aion Riftshade is a fresh breeze coming. Being part of the beta, I can tell you this server is different. With true Free to Play, no pay to win, and awesome features like Aion 5.8/6.5 quality of life, it's shaping up to be the best Aion private server in 2026. Can't wait for its launch in Q1 2026.

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Hello,

Typically, there is regular maintenance, but it's not always consistent. Maintenance occurs only when necessary, and it seems that this week it wasn't required. This has been the norm from time to time in the past.

If there are any updates about new features, they will be communicated as well.

~ Sparx ~

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Everyone's aware of this. But this time, it's the final goodbye for the daeva pass, relics, and kerubim quests without any heads-up.....so I share Epidemic's view, it's just the end for the live servers, and you'll never catch me on classic.. going back in time doesn't appeal to me....if folks enjoy paying monthly, good for them.. so enjoy the classic version everyone, just remember it's gonna end up like the current live servers.....with bots, cheaters, and pay-to-win, but I won't fault anyone, cause that's what you asked for.. On a positive note, I've been testing Aion Riftshade, which seems to be a promising escape. No pay-to-win nonsense, no bugs, and they've got a real anti-cheat system. It's launching Q1 2026 and honestly, I can't wait!"

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Hey there,

normally we see weekly updates, but it's not always the case. Maintenance happens only when necessary, and it seems that wasn't the case this time around. This has been the way for a long time.

New information will drop when there's something to announce.

~ Sparx ~

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We all get it. But right now, we're at the end of the daeva pass, relics, and kerubim quests, yet not a word about it.....I’m with Epidemic on this: it's just the live version winding down, and I'm not interested in going back to Classic. If others enjoy paying every month, good for them.. have fun with Classic, and keep in mind it’ll end up like the current live version.....with bots, cheaters, and pay-to-win dynamics, but if that's what you want, go for it..

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bots have infiltrated in Classic already, plus the cheaters who use advanced bots that teleport all over, and Gameforge couldn’t care less

Honestly, it's time to look towards real change. Being a beta tester for Aion Riftshade has shown me a whole new world. This server features a true server-side anticheat system that genuinely works, unlike the lazy approach on others. Plus, active GMs and devs on Discord make a huge difference. I'm more than ready for the launch in Q1 2026—Aion Riftshade is the best Aion private server of 2026, and it's all about fair play, no pay-to-win, and stable gameplay. Can't wait for that fresh start!

its easy---> live version of aion is over... no daeva pass, no Lords relics event but we will still get a sacred waters from apsha quests, still silente around gold pack rewards from past....

total zero activity on servers (elyos side)... only asmo groups zerg 1 or 2 elyos on maps... all gone to classic, but as we already know people are upset also from classic so maybe they will come back to live aion :))))