Aion NA’s Return to Katalam update has launched with a massive 2000-person battleground

Aion’s North American branch is open for business with yesterday’s launch of Return of Katalam, already live in Europe since last fall. As we’ve previously noted, the region is returning now as Crimson Katalam, a 2000-person battleground, after having been removed from the game during the big Upheaval patch years ago. But the update also boasts a trio of instances (Benirunerk’s Estate, Minium Vault, and Qubrinerk’s Monster Cubic Lab), new bosses in Primeth’s Forge hardmode, the new tier of Stigma and Daevanion skills, and two PvP maps.

“Underground Training Center: The Underground Training Center is the ultimate fighting pit where you can jump into the fray to flex your aether-infused muscles against fellow Daevas. You’d better keep in mind the first and second rules of Underground Training Arena though…

“Genesis Arena: Create your own custom match in the Genesis Arena, a new instance where you can test out your skills along with up to 12 players. This new free-form arena is a playground, complete with customizable rules and settings, where your imagination is the limit. Stay tuned for more details on how to manage this custom match simulator.”

Outside of the NA region, however, players are already hyping 7.3.

Aion: Return to Katalam is now live! Grab your friends and head into Crimson Katalam now. https://t.co/2CT4o4sXz1 pic.twitter.com/gKz4nDj6bP

— Aion (@Aion) January 29, 2020