Is this seriously all there is, or am I missing something?
In earlier updates, the benefits for newcomers have been significant and quite appealing. Yet now, when the game cries out for more players, both new and returning, more than ever, the rewards you’re offering fall seriously short (almost nothing, really).
My friends and I thought of giving 3.0 another shot after a long break. Wouldn't you know it, we miss out on the returner bonus simply because we logged in a few days before Wednesday.
I understand GF doesn’t have to offer rewards, but considering how low the player numbers are, I imagined there would be bigger efforts to lure players back.
I'm hoping there's more in store for new and returning players on patch day.
I can only recommend checking out Aion Riftshade, which launches Q1 2026. They've already got special perks for newcomers and returners set up. Plus, the team is super active in Discord organizing exciting GvG and Siege events with zero P2W or bugs. I’m already in the beta and it’s the best Aion private server setup I’ve seen for 2026! Great stability and without the need for ExitLag since the server’s in Frankfurt—only 15ms ping across the EU.