<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">The latest seasonal server in New World, Vitae Aeternum, is not as hardcore as expected, offering an easier and more casual experience.Players can earn exclusive rewards by staying 'unfallen,' accumulating permanent stat boosts, and accessing unique crafting opportunities.The hardcore nature of the server is limited, with premium pass ownership required for certain rewards and a minority engaging in unfallen objectives.The seasonal server provides a fast-paced leveling experience, mainly focusing on PvE content and offering generous loot rewards.Price-gouging on the trading post and the availability of azerite tailings for artifact rewards are notable aspects of this seasonal server.Due to the temporary nature of the server, players can quickly progress and experiment with powerful builds before all progress is wiped.Despite initial marketing as a hardcore challenge, the server's actual gameplay leans more towards easy progression and abundant rewards.The experience differs significantly from traditional hardcore servers, leading to speculation about changes in the server's development direction.Overall, while some players may have desired a more challenging experience, the seasonal server still offers a fun and unique gameplay opportunity.