New World’s Final Expansion: A Quirky Goodbye from the Developers

Farewell to Aeternum

Well, folks, it’s official: Amazon has thrown in the towel with New World: Aeternum. The news of ending updates for this MMO caught many off guard, especially since you’d think some others limp along in the gaming world forever. But here we are, saying goodbye to a much-loved universe, and oh boy, the developers had a little surprise in their pocket!

A Hidden Note in Nighthaven

So picture this: the Nighthaven expansion dropped on October 13, and tucked away in its pixelated glory is a heartfelt farewell note from the devs. Our tipster on this secret mission? Senior game designer Rachel Barnum, who tweeted about the whereabouts of this gem. You can find the note chillin’ on an island near the Tower of Strength in Nighthaven, thanks to the creative genius of Jason Bowes.

The note reads like an emotional rollercoaster, reflecting on your journey through Aeternum:

We were there when you first found Thorpe in the forsaken grove after dragging yourself across a foreign beach. We were there when you found your first settlement, and explored its charm and denizens. We were there when you fought pirates, tigers, corrupted, ghosts, and all manner of hazards across the land…

And it goes on, reminiscing about all those moments of glory, tears, and triumphs we’ve shared. It’s almost like the game is giving you a hug before stepping away!

The Nighthaven expansion is not just a content drop; it’s a last hurrah! Sure, there might still be some bug fixes and seasonal events popping up here and there, and they’d keep the servers running for a while longer—right until 2026! But wait, there’s a twist—buying the game on Steam wasn’t intended to be like trying to find a needle in a haystack, and it’s back up for those wanting to join the final march!

So grab your gear, and let’s raise a goblet to the adventures, laughter, and a team of developers who were literally with us every step of the way! Here’s to good times in Aeternum—this isn’t goodbye, just see you later, friends!