Aion 2 Stress Test: MJ Returns to Her MMO Roots

Remember the MMO that first pulled you into a whole new gaming world? For Massively OP's MJ, that game was Aion — and now she's heading back for another look with Aion 2.

Way back when, Aion was the title that brought MJ to Massively-that-was, the predecessor of today's Massively OP. Even though Aion isn't on her regular playlist anymore, it clearly still holds a special place in her heart.

So when Aion 2 started coming together, how could she resist gliding in for a peek? That's exactly what's happening in the latest Stream Team outing, where MJ is helping stress out Aion 2.

For anyone who missed the original, Aion was a big deal in the MMO space, and its sequel has been one of the more anticipated returns for veterans who spent years in that world. The Stream Team format means viewers get to watch the game in action while MJ pokes at whatever the stress test throws her way.

If you're an Aion veteran, this one hits differently — it's a chance to see how the sequel holds up against the memories. If you're new to the franchise, it's a solid look at what the fuss is about.

Either way, the stream is a nice reminder that the games we loved years ago can still pull us back in when a sequel finally arrives. MJ's history with Aion makes this particular stream a personal one.

Will you be tuning in to watch Aion 2 get put through its paces? And more importantly — is there an old MMO you'd drop everything to revisit if a sequel dropped tomorrow? Let us know in the comments.