Amazon has announced the closure of the servers for its MMO, New World: Aeternum, with a shutdown date set for January 31st, 2027. The game has already been delisted and is no longer available for purchase since January 15th, marking a significant shift in Amazon’s gaming strategy.
Last year, Amazon revealed its decision to move away from MMOs and place a stronger emphasis on party games. This strategic shift led to the cessation of new content updates for New World: Aeternum, with the game’s servers scheduled to remain active until 2026. However, the long-term fate of the game has now been clarified with the official shutdown date.
Players who own New World: Aeternum can continue enjoying the game until it is permanently taken offline. Amazon has also announced the discontinuation of the Marks of Fortune in-game currency, effective July 20th, 2026, without providing refunds for any remaining currency. Despite the absence of new content, Amazon has committed to monitoring and addressing bugs and performance issues to ensure a smooth gaming experience during the wind-down period.
Source: The Verge