Starting a new game always involves curiosity and hype and the same goes for Amazon’s New World. So we have compiled for you 10 interesting facts about it to help you get a kick-start.
- Set in the 17thcentury
The backdrop of New World Game isn’t the same as other similar MMORPG’s. Although it looks like the colonial-era, it is actually an alternate version of the 17th century. It is like a parallel timeline to the Age of Exploration sometime around the 17th century. It can be identified as that era but has a few changes that relieve it of its real world appearance, making the fantasy version look better and more appealing.
- The Aeturnum outhouse
Aeternum has multiple settlements as is known by regular players of New World. So each of these settlements have one outhouse. Even the wild area outside the main land has an outhouse. These outhouses host spooky secrets within waiting to be uncovered by the players. These surprises give the game an interesting twist.
- Cosmetics sold in stores
One of the most amazing features of the game is that the in-game store shares cosmetics items such as attires, decorations, etc. During the development of the game, there was a discussion about extra items such as gears and skins being sold hut the developers decided against it. Many players voted against it as well. The idea of selling only cosmetics in the in-game store maintains the sanctity of the game without turning it into a retail shop simply to advance the levels.
- The Corruption Phenomenon
New World has a dark and mysterious phenomenon called Corruption. It started out as a place that was beautiful and pristine, but with the introduction of the dark forces, it turned evil. It is the dangerous and angry counterpart of Azoth. On the world map in the game, Corruption is depicted by the red and black diamonds and also the skulls. Players need to fight against this Corruption in order to complete the endgame. Since fighting alone isn’t a likely option, players require to team up.
- The importance of Azoth
Azoth is a magical element that is considered to be the power source of all the fantastical species in Aeternum. It also is the source of the death defiance. Azoth is quite an important element and has been a major part of the original design of the game. Even in the future version, it will continue to showcase its significance as for new world level boost.
- The amazing design of Aeturnum
The developers of New World have taken special efforts to create Aeternum and the players can vouch for this. It is quite well thought out with a haunted vibe to keep the players engaged. The wandering spirits and ghosts give the horror an extra touch of detail.
- New World is autonomous
The game has its own direction and controls. It is not connected to any other game from the same series. In fact, due to these autonomous rules, the developers relayed the game’s release by some time so sort out the intricacies.
- Amazon’s first-ever MMO
New World is the first step of Amazon in the world of MMORPG. Although many have tried to enter the field, only a few have been successful. The success of Amazon was evident and well-received by players all over the world.
- Sandbox game
Unlike many of its competitors, New World is a sandbox game that allows the players to channelize their creativity in order to complete tasks and reach higher levels of the game. The control and autonomy of a player is top-most in this game.
- Wide variety in enemies
The game offers a wide variety in enemies such as Corrupted, Lost, Ancients, Angry Earth, etc., keeping players on their toes and engaged throughout.
Amazon has made sure to keep the game fun, interesting and user-friendly. Check it out and let us know what you feel.