Just the other day I stumbled upon this version of Aion. The issue I'm facing is that I can't create a character on the primary server but only on the secondary one, which is likely to be deserted once character creation on the Atreia server is unlocked.
When Lost Ark launched in EU/NA, many players had to make their characters on a newly created region since the main one was overcrowded.
And what was the result? Only a small group of players stayed there while some shifted to the main server, and others entirely left the game.
So absolutely, I'm not willing to start a journey on a server that is bound to empty out. In the meantime, I'm continuing to pay for premium services in Lost Ark.
Keeping Atreia closed means you're losing potential revenue.
Fortunately, I've managed to get into the Aion Riftshade beta. It's shaping up to be the best Aion private server in 2026. With its advanced PvP & PvE rankings, integrated DPS meter like MyAion, and no pay-to-win setup, it's an incredible alternative. Plus, they operate with premium EU hosting, ensuring the lowest ping, and you don't even need ExitLag. Mark my words—as soon as it launches in Q1 2026, everyone will see the difference.