It’s official – all of the new end-game content (including Brimstone Sands and the new Nighthaven update) is now included for free in the base New World game for all PC players, allowing everyone who purchased the game to come back and enjoy all of the new updates free-of-charge.
This was an unexpected (and welcoming) surprise for the New World community, and seems to have brought back hundreds (if not thousands) of players that used to play back to the game. Removing this paywall allows players explore all of the new content that has been added to the game since launch, including the Brimstone Sands, Elysian Wilds and Nighthaven zones, mounts, all weapons, and more!
This change certainly helped the player numbers for New World: Aeternum, as it’s now listed in the Top 50 Most Played Games on Steam.
Below is a short list of FAQ to learn more about what this announcement entails.
How can I get access to the Rise of the Angry Earth Expansion?
- For PC players who have purchased the New World base game, but have not previously purchased the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion, you should automatically receive the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion. This will not require a separate download. Once the Season 10 update has been downloaded, players will be able to play all of the content in New World: Aeternum.
What if I recently purchased the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion? Can I get a refund?
- Any PC player who purchased the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion in the past 30 days will receive a refund on their purchase. Refunds will be automatically processed by Steam. Players should not have to take action to get a refund. For eligible players, please allow for up to 72 hours to receive your refund.
If I’ve purchased New World: Aeternum, do I need the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion?
- No. The Rise of the Angry Earth expansion is only for PC players who purchased the original New World base game on Steam prior to the New World: Aeternum release in 2024. All of the content from the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion is already included in the game for New World: Aeternum.
