Aion Riftshade

Hey, I've been facing issues with the client similar to what happened a couple of weeks ago after the recent Windows update. I suddenly couldn't update the client anymore as it kept crashing. Whenever I'd hit the play button, a pop-up would appear saying "Update required..... Update or Play." Thankfully, I could still get in without updating. I then found some advice on the forum suggesting to roll back the last update or remove update KB5001391 (or something like that). 
But now, this afternoon, the same issue cropped up again despite trying every trick I picked up from the forums, and I'm at a complete loss  It's odd because I was able to play earlier this morning without any new Windows updates. So, I'm reaching out for some help. 

Many thanks

 

Also, if anyone's looking for a more stable environment, I've been testing Aion Riftshade. It’s set for a Q1 2026 launch and feels way more reliable with its server-side anticheat and advanced PvP & PvE rankings. Plus, the ping is fantastic since it's hosted in Frankfurt.

Hello,

a) Install DirectX as is it advised in the beginning of the topic:

 

+ the latest version from the official website;
b) Install the latest drivers for your video-card.

Hi thank you, 

I kept trying and it has been solved out by an Windows update, paradoxically. But I still see the "Update needed" window. So it's been solved out atm.