Aion is a fantasy MMORPG, which was released in 2008. Today it is one of the most popular online video games with most part of its audience — from Asia. The game was designed for the Microsoft Windows platform and is available in a multiplayer mode.
Meaning and history
Aion, a fantasy MMORPG that offers players the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of the magical planet of Atreus, was created by the South Korean company NCSoft, founded in 1997. The greatest fame of the company, specializing in the development of online games, brought such MMORPGs as Lineage 2 and Blade & Soul. And, of course, Aion, which was released in Korea on November 25, 2008. A few months after its release, as of the end of May 2009, the game already had more than 3.5 million users in Asia. The MMORPG’s worldwide release took place in September 2009.
At the time of the game’s release, the market was not yet so oversaturated with competitors, so Aion managed to gain popularity quite quickly. With the release of updates, the game changed and the number of its fans grew. However, the main request of players around the world was the appearance of the Classic series, based on the early patches of the game. And that series came out in 2020.
Atreia is a ruined world in which there are two races: the Elians, who live on the bright side of the planet and god of light and abundance, and the Asmodians, who dwell on the dark side in constant desolation and need. It is on the confrontation of these races and the whole idea of the game Aion is built.
Aion game has an unusual setting and combines PvP and PvE content. In addition, Aion has several characteristic differences, the most striking of which is the mechanics of flying and battles in the air. In addition, Aion also has very high-quality and beautiful graphics. In general, this game has really everything to like.
2008 – Today
The Aion visual identity is full of mystery and fantasy elegance, though it is com-posed of a single wordmark, its color palette and sophisticated lines with modern shapes create a unique image, which perfectly represents the purpose and scenery of the game.
The famous online game uses a blue and black color palette for its logo, where the gradient blue inscription in a black outline is placed on various backgrounds, which also usually feature blue in its lighter tones.
The all-caps lettering of the nameplate is executed in a custom serif font with destiny edges and elongated and sharp thin serifs. The right vertical bar of the letter “N” is slightly arched to the outside and had its edge stylized as a lighting bolt. It adds character and intrigue to the whole wordmark and balanced the oper silhouette of the “O”, which resembles the Greek letter omega.
The gradient colors and glossy texture of the letters make it three-dimensional and sleek, adding volume and energy to the visual identity and reflecting the value of high quality in everything — graphics, design, and the plot itself.
The Aion visual identity is pretty simple in its composition — just the wordmark — but its style and execution are on the top level.