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New World: Aeternum
Action
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
In-App Purchases
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Chat Speech-to-text
Chat Text-to-speech
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Keyboard Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Partial Controller Support

Experience a thrilling action RPG set on the supernatural island of Aeternum. Forge your destiny on an adventure filled with danger and opportunity.

Developers: Amazon Games
Publishers: Amazon Games
Release Date: Sep 28, 2021
Price (USD): $59.99
Current Players: 11k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mixed(68%)
world design
combat system
visual atmosphere
crafting and gathering
community
content updates
early game experience
DLC paywall
server issues
performance bugs
endgame content
The reviews for New World are mixed, with players highlighting the stunning world design and immersive atmosphere as key strengths. The action-based combat is frequently praised for its dynamic nature and skill requirements. However, there is strong criticism regarding the DLC paywall for mounts and certain endgame content, which is seen as a significant detractor from the experience. Ongoing server issues and performance bugs continue to frustrate some players, despite improvements. The community's response is divided, with many acknowledging the game's potential but feeling that current flaws prevent it from reaching a higher standard.

Positive Points

  • The game's world design and visual atmosphere are stunning and immersive, with intricate environments and dynamic lighting enhancing the player experience.
  • The combat system, particularly the action-based mechanics, is praised for being skillful and rewarding, offering a unique and engaging experience compared to other MMOs.
  • Crafting and gathering are deep and satisfying, providing a rich aspect of the game that players find engaging.
  • The game has made significant improvements in optimization and stability since its launch, leading to better gameplay experiences.

    • Negative Points

  • Mounts and some endgame content are locked behind a paid DLC, which many players find disappointing and exploitative.
  • Server issues, including connectivity problems and high pings, particularly affect players outside of North America and Europe, detracting from the player experience.
  • The game still suffers from bugs and performance issues, with some players experiencing crashes, lag, and graphical glitches.
  • Many players feel the endgame content is lacking or repetitive, leading to diminishing returns on enjoyment after reaching a high level.

    • Mixed Points

  • The player community has been described as both friendly and toxic, with varied experiences in player interactions.
  • Content updates and expansions have improved certain aspects, but players feel that progress is slow and often doesn't address fundamental issues.

    • Common Themes

  • There's significant emphasis on the game's visual beauty and the engaging world, even among those who critique other aspects.
  • The controversy regarding the DLC paywall for mounts and endgame content is a frequent talking point.
  • Combat is frequently discussed for its engaging nature, though some find it repetitive as time progresses.
    • Updated 7/29/2025, 12:01:32 AM UTC
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