New World: Aeternum Classes and Roles Explained

Amazon Games' New World: Aeternum expands on the MMORPG's dynamic classless combat system, offering players freedom to develop their own playstyle. While the game does not have traditional classes like many other MMOs, players can specialize into various roles based on their weapon and armor choices. Here’s a breakdown of the main combat roles and how they shape group play and solo adventures.

Tank

Tanks are the frontline defenders, absorbing damage and protecting their allies. They rely on heavy armor, shields, and weapons like the Sword & Shield or the Great Axe to maintain enemy aggro. Tanks focus on Constitution and Strength to maximize survivability and control the battlefield. They play a crucial role in PvE expeditions by holding bosses' attention and ensuring the group's survival.

DPS (Damage Dealers)

DPS players focus on dealing high amounts of damage to enemies. They can specialize in melee, ranged, or magical damage.

• Melee DPS: Uses weapons like the Greatsword, Hatchet, or Rapier to deal quick, heavy-hitting blows.

• Ranged DPS: Bows and Muskets allow for long-range precision strikes, ideal for PvP and engaging enemies from a distance.

• Magic DPS: Fire Staff and Ice Gauntlet users harness elemental forces to burn or freeze foes, excelling in area-of-effect damage and crowd control.

DPS roles emphasize Strength, Dexterity, or Intelligence depending on their weapon choice.

In New World: Aeternum, managing resources efficiently is just as important as mastering combat roles. New World coins serve as the primary currency, allowing players to purchase better gear, craft essential items, and trade with others in the in-game economy. Whether you're investing in powerful weapons to enhance your DPS output, upgrading armor for better tanking, or acquiring materials for crafting potions to support your team, accumulating and wisely spending New World coins can significantly impact your progression and overall success in Aeternum.

Healer

Healers are the backbone of any group, providing crucial support to keep allies alive. The Life Staff is the primary weapon for healers, often paired with a secondary weapon like the Void Gauntlet for additional buffs and debuffs. Prioritizing Focus as their main attribute, healers ensure group sustainability in PvE content and provide valuable healing support in PvP battles.

Support/Utility

While not a traditional MMO role, support players use buffs, debuffs, and crowd control to aid their team. The Void Gauntlet and War Hammer are excellent choices for disrupting enemies and empowering allies. These players bridge the gap between offense and defense, making combat more strategic and team-oriented.

Hybrid Builds

Due to the game's flexible progression system, players can mix and match weapons to create hybrid roles. A Battle Mage, for example, might wield a Greatsword alongside a Fire Staff, while a Paladin build could combine Sword & Shield with the Life Staff for tanky self-healing capabilities.

With its classless system, New World: Aeternum gives players the freedom to develop unique playstyles tailored to their preferences. Whether tanking, dealing damage, healing, or supporting, each role plays a vital part in the game’s ever-evolving battles. Mastering your build and adapting to different situations is key to thriving in Aeternum's vast and dangerous world.