Among Us: New Year's 2024 Celebration and Updates
A look at the new year celebration in Among Us and the updates in 2023 and expectations for 2024.
New Year's 2024 Celebration
With the arrival of 2024 just around the corner, Among Us players have an exciting opportunity to add a free, limited-time item to their collections. Innersloth recently announced that players who log into the game by January 31, 2024, will be able to claim a free hat to celebrate the new year. This special New Year's 2024 hat giveaway marks the culmination of a significant year for Among Us, which celebrated five years of service and had several exciting collaborations with different IPs.
The New Year's 2024 hat is a silver top hat with a golden ribbon and a star adorning the side of it. This festive accessory can't be recolored, but it can be combined with various face masks and costumes, including ones available in the Indie Cosmicube until February 28, 2024. The Indie Cosmicube features items from indie titles such as Celeste, Undertale, and A Hat in Time.
The New Year's 2024 hat will be available for all Among Us players on any platform who log into the game before January 31, 2024, adding a touch of celebration to their inventories at no added cost. It's an exciting way for players to ring in the New Year in style and showcase their festive spirit in the game.
Twitter article posted by Among Us on holiday
2023: A Year of Surprises and Collaborations
The year 2023 proved to be a significant one for Among Us, marked by unexpected crossovers and exciting collaborations. One of the most surprising developments was the launch of the Emergency Meeting DLC in Vampire Survivors, which introduced a crossover expansion with Among Us. This unique expansion allows Vampire Survivors players to explore a replica of the volcanic Polus map from Among Us, play as Crewmates, and take down alien monstrosities while gaining new weapons in the process.
The Emergency Meeting DLC is currently available on PC, Xbox, and mobile platforms, with the Switch version slated to receive the expansion at a later date. The crossover expansion has added a thrilling new dimension to the gameplay experience for both Among Us and Vampire Survivors players, offering a fresh and unexpected twist to the familiar settings and characters.
In addition to the crossover with Vampire Survivors, Among Us players had the opportunity to engage in various collaborations throughout 2023. The game's roadmap hinted at the release of The Fungle map, a collaboration with Pusheen, adjustments to the user interface, and the introduction of Cosmicube tracks that offered additional cosmetic options for players to enjoy. These collaborations and updates have kept the game dynamic and engaging, reinforcing its enduring popularity among players.
Looking Ahead to 2024
As 2023 draws to a close, the anticipation for what lies ahead in 2024 is palpable. While it remains to be seen what specific plans Innersloth has in store for Among Us, the game's ongoing success and the momentum built throughout 2023 offer promising prospects for the future.
The release of The Fungle map, collaborations with Vampire Survivors and other indie hits, and the continued support from Innersloth have set a high bar for the upcoming year. With the game's enduring popularity and the dedication of its development team, 2024 holds the potential for even more surprises, collaborations, and engaging content for Among Us players to look forward to.
