Summary
Amazon Games has revealed the details about the open beta forNew World: Aeternum, the console revision of the original, which broke records when it launched in 2021. Being dubbed a spiritual successor of that game,New World: Aeternumwill feature the same content, including 2023’sRise of the Angry Earthexpansion. But to prepare it for launch on consoles, the developer has overhauled the whole experience, enhanced performance, and introduced a multitude of new content, gameplay mechanics, storylines, and native controller support.
Aeternum, which launches on October 15, will also be available to PC players. Those who own the original base game will get a free upgrade, though they will still need to purchase theRise of the Angry Earthexpansion separately if they don’t already have it. One of the more exciting features arriving withNew World: Aeternumis cross-platform support, which will allow gamers on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC to enjoy the experience together.
Theopen beta ofNew World: Aeternumwas announced in August, but details about what it would entail were not clear until now. The beta will run for three days, from September 13 – 16 at 9 AM PT, and will be open to players in North and South America, Europe, and APAC. Gamers on all thee platforms – PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S — will have the opportunity to test the new cross-platform functionality.
During the open beta, players will be able to earn exclusiveNew World: Aeternumarmor skinsthat will be made accessible when the game launches on October 15. The “Aeternian Trailblazer” title will be earned just by participating in the beta, and different items in the “Aeternian Adventurer” armor skin set will be unlocked as characters level up to 25.
New World: Aeturnum Open Beta Dates
New World: Aeturnum Open Beta Cosmetic Rewards
Character leveling will be capped at 30 in theNew World: Aeternumopen beta, but that will still give players plenty to do. They can join a faction at level 17, the 3v3 arena PvP game mode will unlock at level 20, and the Expedition called the Amrine Excavation is recommended for players at least level 25, just in time to flaunt their full “Aeternian Adventurer” armor skin set. And if the beta is enticing enough to lure gamers to preorder, they’ll receive the very majestic-looking Azoth Stalker Wolf Mount.
New World: Aeternumalready had a closed beta testin July, but this is the first time everybody will be able to check out the revamped version of the action MMORPG before its official release. As happens with many games, player count has been steadily falling forNew World, particularly in the last year. Hopefully, this open beta and the launch ofNew World: Aeternumin October will breathe new life into the open-world MMO.
New World: Aeternum
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience a thrilling action RPG set on the supernatural island of Aeternum. As a shipwrecked explorer who washes ashore on the mysterious island, forge your destiny on an adventure filled with danger and opportunity.Discover the island of Aeternum: Explore a massive, beautiful world and uncover the secret truth of the eternal island and its strange inhabitants. Endless opportunities to fight, forage, and forge await among the island’s wilderness and ruins.Play your way: Play solo or use cross-platform play to team up with others, or compete head-to-head in a variety of PvP battles. Customize the look, skills, and abilities of your character, and experiment with different builds to suit your play style.Swords, guns & sorcery: Control magical forces or wield deadly melee and ranged weapons. Timing and positioning are key to defeating enemies in combat. Use your skills to survive the island’s horrors and reap its valuable rewards.Grow in power: Gather resources and refine them into working materials to craft powerful new potions, weapons and gear, and increase your power and skill in combat.Summon your mount: Master horses, dire wolves, and lions, each with a unique look, dyeable equipment and a name you can set. Level up your Riding Trade Skill to earn upgrades like increased speeds, buffs and higher tier consumable food for your mount.
