What Are the Best DPS Builds in New World: Aeternum?

Unlike many MMORPGs, New World does not rely on a strict class system. Players can customize their gameplay experience by choosing their equipment, attributes, and, most importantly, their weapons.

Hatchet and Bow Build (PvP/PvE)
The Hatchet and Bow combo is perfect for those looking to combine quick damage with ranged power. The hatchet offers mobility and speed, while the bow deals significant damage.

• Hatchet:

  • Berserker Tree: Focus on Berserk mode to increase damage and regenerate health.

  • Relentless Fury: Reduces cooldowns and boosts attack speed.

• Bow:

  • Hunter Mastery Tree: Deals heavy damage at a distance.

  • Poison Shot: Adds damage over time.

• Attributes:

  • Primary: Dexterity

  • Secondary: Constitution

Ice Gauntlet and Rapier Build (PvP and Bosses)
This build is effective for ranged magical DPS while keeping a rapier for close combat. Popular in PvP, it excels in control and high damage output.

• Ice Gauntlet:

  • Ice Tempest Tree: Focused on mana regeneration and area control.

  • Ice Storm: Deals area damage and slows enemies.

• Rapier:

  • Grace Tree: Focuses on agility and counterattacks.

  • Flurry: Delivers quick combos with heavy damage.

• Attributes:

  • Primary: Intelligence

  • Secondary: Dexterity and Constitution

Musket and Spear Build (PvP)
The Musket allows sniping from a distance in PvP. Paired with the spear, this build is effective while providing crowd control capabilities.

• Musket:

  • Sharpshooter Tree: Focused on shooting accuracy.

  • Power Shot: Allows shots to pierce multiple enemies.

• Spear:

  • Weapon Mastery Tree: Focused on crowd control.

• Attributes:

  • Primary: Dexterity

  • Secondary: Intelligence or Constitution

These builds are among the strongest, but game balancing updates are frequent. It’s essential to keep up with patches to adjust weapon and skill choices accordingly.