New World: Aeternum News

Greetings, Adventurers!

We’re excited to invite players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to the mysterious island of Aeternum for a Confidential Console Closed Beta on July 11 at 9 a.m. PT through July 17 at 9 a.m. PT. This invite-only cross-play test will let console players in North America and Europe customize a character, experiment with unique weapons, and explore vast, supernatural zones before New World: Aeternum releases on Oct. 15. Players will also have the opportunity to try end-game content.

Sign up now for a chance to participate! Players selected for the Confidential Console Closed Beta will be notified via email in the days leading up to the start of the test.

To help us deliver the best possible experience at launch, we'll review large-scale simultaneous new player onboarding, plus participant feedback on the first-time user experience and endgame open-world features. We want to hear your feedback on as many features and systems as possible, so please share your thoughts.

This is a confidential playtest of New World: Aeternum on console and your participation in this prerelease test is subject to the Non-Disclosure Agreement in Section 2.8 of our Terms of Use. By participating, you agree to keep it strictly confidential. You may not disclose, in any form, content from this playtest. This means no streaming, posting of videos, or sharing images from this prerelease version of the game. Any breach of confidentiality will be treated seriously.

[h2]GAME OVERVIEW[/h2]
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Carve your destiny on the cursed island of Aeternum. Set during the twilight of the Age of Exploration, you embark on an arduous journey in search of rumored riches, but encounter the island’s mysterious wrath. Uncover the truth behind Aeternum’s dark secrets, navigate its strange inhabitants, and pursue perilous opportunities alongside your fellow Adventurers. What story will you bring to the Eternal Isle?

This enhanced version of our thrilling action RPG is a fresh and compelling experience for both PC and console players. It includes the New World base game, the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion, and all update content like Brimstone Sands, plus a fully revamped storytelling approach with enhanced dialogue, in-game cinematics and pre-rendered scenes, the first-ever large-scale PvP zone, a challenging 10-player raid, new end-game solo trials, and more.

Check out our New World: Aeternum announcement for more details on the story, features, and gameplay.

[h2]CLOSED BETA FAQ[/h2]

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Confidential Console Closed Beta:
[h3]Will players be able to pre-download the build before the start of the Confidential Console Closed Beta?[/h3]

• Players who are accepted into the beta will be able to download the build starting on July 9 at 9 a.m. PT. Note: The game servers will be in maintenance mode until the beta starts on July 11 at 9 a.m. PT.
  

[h3]Will PC players be able to participate in the Confidential Console Closed Beta?[/h3]

• The Confidential Console Closed Beta will not be available on PC. Because console platforms are new to New World: Aeternum, we need detailed performance data that is specific to the Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 platforms. As we get closer to the October 15 launch of New World: Aeternum, there will be a testing opportunity for PC players to get their hands on the game before it launches. Stay tuned for more information.
  

[h3]Will Xbox and PlayStation players be able to play together during the Confidential Console Closed Beta?[/h3]

• Yes. Console to console cross-play will be available during the Confidential Console Closed Beta.
  

[h3]Will an online subscription for Xbox and PlayStation be required to play in the Confidential Console Closed Beta?[/h3]

• Players will not need an online subscription for either platform to participate in the Confidential Console Closed Beta.
  

[h3]Is there any content not available during the Confidential Console Closed Beta?[/h3]

• The Hive of Gorgons Raid, Leaderboards, in-game Store, and Season Pass will not be accessible during the Confidential Console Closed Beta. Players will also not be able to purchase Marks of Fortune.
  

[h3]Will progression from the Confidential Console Closed Beta carry over to the full release?[/h3]

• No. All progression from the Confidential Console Closed Beta will be wiped prior to launch.
  

[h3]What languages will the Confidential Console Closed Beta be localized into?[/h3]

• The Confidential Console Closed Beta will have full English text and voice overs.
  
• All other languages will have partial localization consistent with what is in the current PC version. Full non-English language localization parity will be in the full release.
  

[h3]Are Confidential Console Closed Beta codes region-specific?
[/h3]For Xbox, Confidential Console Closed Beta codes can be redeemed in any region globally.
For PlayStation, Confidential Console Closed Beta codes are region-specific and can only be redeemed in the following countries:

• North America: USA and Canada.
  
• Europe: Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Malta, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
  

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Thanks for your support! We’ll see you in Aeternum.

Greetings, Adventurers!

New World: Aeternum is the culmination of years of development and player feedback. We appreciate your passion, continued support, and dedication, especially from those who have been on the Eternal Isle since the beginning. You all helped make this enhanced version of New World an even more compelling experience for everyone. We’re excited to answer your questions about console release, future content, and more following the New World: Aeternum announcement. Look forward to additional details as we get closer to the October 15 release date.
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[h2]NEW WORLD: AETERNUM CONTENT[/h2]
New World: Aeternum includes the New World base game, the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion and all update content like Brimstone Sands, plus a fully revamped storytelling approach with enhanced dialogue, in-game cinematics and pre-rendered scenes, the first-ever large-scale PvP zone, a challenging 10-player raid, new end-game solo trials, and more. Here’s an infographic of what to expect when New World: Aeternum launches later this year.


All of the optimizations and enhancements made for console, plus any future updates, will also be available for PC players. Enjoy high quality visuals and performance, input parity, combat action optimizations such as target locking and aim assist, and controller navigation and accessibility features.

[h3]RETURNING ADVENTURERS[/h3]
Players who own New World (base game) and the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion on PC prior to the release of New World: Aeternum will receive a free update that includes all of the new content on October 15. Those that own the base game, but not the expansion will need to purchase the Rise of the Angry Earth to fully experience everything New World: Aeternum has to offer at launch. All PC players who log in to New World June 7 through October 14, 2024 will receive the Azoth Stalker mount. Please note, the expansion is required to use mounts.


Adventurers that choose not to purchase the expansion will be able to access base game content, including the revamped main story and quest flow, up to and including Brimstone Sands, all zones and elite areas outside of Elysian Wilds, and base game Expeditions excluding Glacial Tarn and Savage Divide. They can sell bind-on-equip Gear Score 626+ items on the Trading Post, participate in an improved influence experience, and access Seasonal rewards and events. Players will also benefit from the many quality of life updates and enhancements that will launch alongside the console release.

[h3]CROSS-PLAY AND FRESH START SERVERS[/h3]

• Join friends across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S through cross-play functionality.
  
• There will not be cross-progression, so players will not be able to transfer characters across different platforms.
  
• New players will be placed on fresh start servers to ensure they can begin their journey on a level playing field, but can opt to join PC legacy servers and play with their friends.
  

Stay tuned to our website and social channels for future updates like our upcoming confidential console closed beta. We’ll see you in Aeternum!

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Greetings, Adventurers!

Carve your destiny on the supernatural island of Aeternum. Set during the twilight of the Age of Exploration, you embark on an arduous journey in search of rumored riches, but encounter the island’s mysterious wrath. Uncover the truth behind Aeternum’s dark secrets, navigate its strange inhabitants, and pursue perilous opportunities alongside your fellow Adventurers. What story will you bring to the Eternal Isle? Here’s everything you need to know before New World: Aeternum comes to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on October 15.

This enhanced version of our thrilling action RPG is a fresh and compelling experience for both PC and console players. It includes the New World base game, the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion and all update content like Brimstone Sands, plus a fully revamped storytelling approach with enhanced dialogue, in-game cinematics and pre-rendered scenes, the first-ever large-scale PvP zone, a challenging 10-player raid, new end-game solo trials, and more. Join Game Director Scot Lane for an overview of what to expect.

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[h2]EXPLORE THE ETERNAL ISLE[/h2]
The shipwreck was only your first step into the clutches of an island lost to time. Death does not exist here. An even worse sentence — a lose of memory, purpose, and self — awaits. For all immortality gives, it continues to take. The mindless hordes possessed by the insatiable evils of the Corrupted only accelerate this vicious cycle. Whether by coincidence or fate, you learn of an ancient order that stood against those seduced by whispers of power. Choose how to shape your journey as you unravel Aeternum’s mysteries and thwart the Corrupted before they drift beyond its shores.


[h2]FORGE YOUR FUTURE[/h2]
Everything from your character to their outfit, weapons, tools, mounts, camp skins, and emotes are fully customizable. That flexibility extends to the rest of your journey as the entire story can be completed alone or with friends across all platforms. Learn various Trade Skills like Cooking, Crafting, Musical Instruments, and Fishing along the way for an even more immersive experience. Need stronger gear? Craft a sword and sell it at the nearest settlement. Want more coin to purchase a house? Play an instrument at the center of a bustling town for tips. There are multiple ways to progress and grow in power.

Factions are another way to forge your legacy. You can join either the Covenant, Marauders, or Syndicate. Each steadfast in their beliefs, your allegiance will dictate your allies in cooperative activities. Together you can complete quests, fend off dangers in the open world, and even form a Company. Contribute to their reputation throughout Aeternum for additional rewards. Your fellow members might gift you gear for easier progression or revive you in chance encounters while traveling to their next destination. Lend a hand to help your Faction thrive.


[h2]PLAY YOUR WAY[/h2]
Discover your perfect combination of weapons, abilities, and skill trees to survive the island's wild environment. Throughout the vast world, you’ll collect an arsenal of 15 distinct weapons. Finding the best one for your playstyle is part of the adventure. Early on you'll select a character archetype. This will determine your starting weapons, better ease you into the dynamic, real-time combat, and include initial Trade Skill boosts. Regardless of your choice, you can freely switch between any of the following weapons after you find them:

• One-handed weapons: Hatchet, Rapier, Flail and Shield, Sword and Shield
  
• Ranged weapons: Blunderbuss, Bow, and Musket
  
• Two-handed weapons: Greatsword, Spear, Great Axe, and War Hammer
  
• Magical weapons: Void Gauntlet, Ice Gauntlet, Fire Staff, and Life Staff
  

Those that venture beyond the main story quest can enjoy a variety of activities. Interested in cooperative modes? Descend into Expeditions with friends and learn more about the island’s lore, team up with your fellow Adventurers in difficult trials against monstrous enemies like a colossal sandwurm, and fend off the Corrupted during Invasions. Feeling competitive? Join 1v1 Duels, 3v3 Arenas battles, 20v20 objective Outpost Rush games, and massive open-world Influence Races. There are modes for every kind of player.
[h2]RETURNING ADVENTURERS[/h2]
Adventurers who own New World (base game) and the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion on PC prior to the release of New World: Aeternum will receive a free update that includes all of the new content on October 15. Those that own the base game, but not the expansion will need to purchase the Rise of the Angry Earth to access the New World: Aeternum update at launch.


Thanks for your support! New World: Aeternum releases on October 15 and is available for pre-order now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Stay tuned to our website and social channels for future updates.