In Pokémon GO a new Spotlight Hour starts today, on December 5, 2023 – this time with Barschwa. We will show you everything about Shiny, the bonuses, and event times.
What kind of event is this? The Spotlight Hour takes place every Tuesday evening in Pokémon GO. For 60 minutes, you will encounter a specific Pokémon in abundance. Additionally, there is always a special bonus.
Today you will encounter Barschwa, a Water-type Pokémon from the third generation of games.
Spotlight Hour on December 5 – Start, Shiny and Bonuses
When does it start? The Spotlight Hour starts as always at 6:00 PM. After an hour, at 7:00 PM, it will again end, and the normal spawns, or the event spawns from the new route event will appear.
What bonuses are there? During the event time, you will encounter almost exclusively wild Barschwa in the wild. It will appear everywhere.
For each catch, you will receive double the amount of candies.
You can find an overview of the remaining Spotlight Hours in December here:
Can you catch Shiny Barschwa? Yes, the Shiny variant of Barschwa can be caught in Pokémon Go. However, you should keep in mind that the Shiny rate is not increased. So you need a lot of luck to see the shiny variant of Barschwa.
Is the Spotlight Hour worth it today? Both Barschwa and Milotic are unfortunately not particularly strong fighters in Pokémon GO. Neither in the battle league nor in raids are they top options. So use the hour primarily if you need the Pokédex entry or want to collect candies for the Milotic evolution.
Players report that their PlayStation accounts are being suspended. And no one knows why. Sony has not commented on this so far. Players suspect that it is a mistake, as the suspension has randomly affected many users.
Who is being suspended? The colleagues at TheVerge report that hundreds of users are coming forward stating that their PlayStation accounts are being suspended. Since Monday, many players have reported that their account has been suspended and that they received a message from Sony (via twitter.com):
This account has been permanently suspended from the PlayStation Network due to violations of the PlayStation Network terms of service and the user agreement
Community suspects that it must be a mistake
Some speculate that it must be a mistake. For example, another user wrote on reddit:
I have received a permanent suspension, no email, no appeal. I literally played this morning. I am trying to get into a chat. They are overwhelmed on the phone, and I was the 265th (person) in the chat. This must be a mistake.
Has Sony commented on this so far? No, not yet. There has not been a public statement yet, and there are also no proposed solutions on important sites. Allegedly, the phone chat is currently also overwhelmed.
How many users are affected? That is unclear. In the editorial office, we were able to log into our PS5 without any issues. We were also able to log in without any problems on the PC in the web store.
More news on PS4 and PS5: Sony has now announced that it will remove several series from the PS4 and PS5. Which series are affected exactly and when the deletion applies, we will inform you directly on MeinMMO
Next week, a new shooter starts on Steam that aims to portray combat as authentically as possible.
What kind of game is this? A new shooter named “Direct Contact” will be released on Steam next week, on December 13, 2023, in Early Access. The game aims to authentically simulate modern warfare while providing a realistic experience when handling weapons.
The gameplay of Direct Contact is designed for players to cooperatively infiltrate enemy territory in various missions and eliminate the opposing forces.
You will take on the roles of various special forces from around the world and coordinate your actions with your teammates. However, your enemies are also expected to coordinate their actions and communicate with one another. Moreover, your opponents will actively attempt to flank you in order to eliminate you.
Here you can watch the latest trailer for Direct Contact:
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The Shooter Direct Contact Shows a New Trailer
Intense realism in explosions and… doors
What defines the gameplay? One of the most important properties of the gameplay is the pursuit of authenticity and realism. The developers aim to achieve this with realistic weapon sounds, animations, and the intricacies of bullet physics.
According to the Steam page for Direct Contact, the developers are in contact with real veterans to learn from their expertise in tactics and weapon sounds.
In implementing the most realistic gameplay possible, the developers also focused on immersive explosions, for example, when you call in an airstrike with an A10 Warthog or a Eurofighter.
The same applies to doors and how you open them. Here, Direct Contact resembles games like Ready or Not: you can blow up, swing wide open, or cautiously inch open the door to gather information.
Will there be PvP? We cannot say for sure at the moment, but on Steam, the developers added “Online PvP” as a keyword to describe their game, alongside “Online Coop” and “LAN Coop”.
However, apart from the mention of the keyword “Online PvP”, there is currently no information regarding whether PvP is still planned, what it would look like in the game, and whether it will be part of the Early Access launch on December 13.
Just recently, another shooter that also focuses on realism showcased new gameplay in a trailer:
A book takes a closer look at the history of the Wookiees and discusses events that took place before the Star Wars films. This could explain what Chewbacca was doing before he joined Han Solo.
The book Star Wars: The Secrets of the Wookiees by Marc Sumerak focuses on Chewbacca’s peers, the Wookiees. It also addresses major events surrounding their home planet Kashyyyk.
Star Wars: The Secrets of the Wookiees is considered canon, meaning it is set in the same universe as the films surrounding Star Wars and provides additional information.
From the book, it can be inferred what Chewbacca, the loyal companion of Han Solo, might have been doing before he joined the captain of the Millennium Falcon.
For those who want to experience Star Wars not just by watching, the upcoming video game Star Wars Outlaws might be just right:
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Star Wars Outlaws: World Premiere Trailer
Chewbacca probably fought for his home
In The Secrets of the Wookiees, one learns that Kashyyyk, the home of Chewbacca and other Wookiees, has been attacked by the Trade Federation for many years:
Therefore, “[…] the Wookiees fought tirelessly against the repeated attacks of the Trade Federation for two decades.” (from The Secrets of the Wookiees via: Screenrant)
This shows that the Federation has been attempting to seize foreign planets long before the invasion of Naboo – in this case, that of the Wookiees.
During the Clone Wars, the Trade Federation received additional support from the Separatist Alliance to launch a final attack in 19 BBY to conquer Kashyyyk once and for all.
At the end of the Clone Wars, Chewbacca was with Yoda in his homeland. In Star Wars: Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith, the Wookiee is 181 years old (his species has an average lifespan of 400 years).
Thus, it is likely that Chewbacca witnessed the years of invasion attempts by the Trade Federation and fought alongside the other Wookiees against the enemies.
Collecting gear in World of Warcraft is old news – but right now it’s more fun than it has been in years.
If there’s one thing that has remained constant over the years in World of Warcraft, it’s the amount of criticism players have. But at least currently, many seem very satisfied with Dragonflight and the recent changes – even if some classes are being heavily nerfed right now.
However, one thing is currently receiving praise from many sides: The way gear is collected and improved, that is the “gearing system”.
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WoW: Guardians of the Dream – Launch Trailer
This is what the community thinks: In the WoW Subreddit, a post by TheGreatGreenDragon is currently circulating, saying:
It feels like you can really grind hard to increase your power level without relying too much on randomness. I haven’t dropped a single tier set piece in the raid in the last 3 weeks, but with the tokens, the keystone master, and the vault, I was able to complete the set this weekend and significantly increase my DPS. The only time I felt like I wasn’t making item level progress was when we tried a hard boss in the heroic raid for several hours, but that’s understandable.
There are just so many ways to improve yourself.
There is a lot of support for this. While some note that they were skeptical about the new emblem system at first, they have now warmed to it and hope that it will remain in future expansions.
Lats9 summarizes it like this:
The new gearing system is one of the best systems ever made:
It allows better and faster progress.
It makes gear from lower difficulty levels relevant for a longer time.
It provides actual progress for solo players.
It makes farming transmog very easy.
What has Blizzard changed? Already in the last season, Blizzard introduced the flight stones and emblems – at that time still as items in the inventory. Meanwhile, all emblems have become currencies, so they no longer take up inventory space. The system of “emblem fragments” has also been abolished, resulting in fewer currencies overall.
Additionally, progress is a bit slower – there are more tiers in upgrades and slightly stricter caps per week.
Is there still criticism? Yes, there are some points of criticism remaining. The first issue is that flight stones are received in too small quantities. This is particularly noticeable to players who visit only a few dungeons a week and rely mainly on items from the vault. They often have to grind world quests additionally or visit a few more dungeons to be able to carry out upgrades.
The second major point of criticism is the ratio of items received from raids and Mythic+. At the end of the week, a “Mythic+11” already provides items that are equivalent to heroic raid bosses – many find this inappropriate. At the same time, a “Mythic+16” is hardly comparable in difficulty to a mythic raid boss. The opinion here is that raids feel a little worse than dungeons.
What do you think of the current gearing system in World of Warcraft? Do you like the system, or do you find it too cumbersome?
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The new action MMORPG Crystal of Atlan takes place in a world full of magic and machines and shows us more from the game in the new gameplay trailer. The beta for mobile gamers starts in mid-December.
This is what Crystal of Atlan is about. In Crystal of Atlan, it is an action MMORPG that offers a world full of magic and machines. The game features anime graphics, dynamic battles, exciting dungeons and raids, as well as cross-platform play between PC and mobile devices.
In the world of Atlan, magic and technology coexist. After the second Magitek Revolution, magic became an important source of power that can be used everywhere. And when the mysterious source of unlimited magical energy, the Atlan crystal, appears, the city of adventurers is surrounded by a conspiracy.
The latest gameplay trailer, which was uploaded to the YouTube channel of Crystal of Atlan, can be watched here:
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New MMORPG Crystal of Atlan – Game Preview
12 classes for different play styles
What classes are there in Crystal of Atlan? There are a total of 12 different classes in Crystal of Atlan, each with different abilities. Some fight with full-bodied commitment, while others rely on puppets:
Scytheguard: a girl who is older than she looks. She is determined to protect others. Her puppet uses a scythe. With her enhanced defensive abilities, she helps in melee combat.
Puppeteer: a mysterious girl with a large puppet by her side. In contrast to her frail physique, the puppet has deadly precision and destructive abilities.
Gunner: the hot-headed and stubborn cannoness: with the huge cannon in hand, she sacrifices her agility for maximum firepower.
Bounty Hunter: The bounty hunter equipped with two weapons is a lone predator. Quick and strategic, she prefers to catch her prey by surrounding them with swarms of bullets.
Berserker: As the name suggests, the berserker is a simple, wild man. He is obsessed with strength and can easily become enthusiastic about bloody battles. With his powerful movements, which provide him with a large attack surface, he is unstoppable with his mighty blows.
Elementalist: The elegant and well-mannered elemental magician. He masters the power of the elements and controls all magical energy on the battlefield.
Musketeer: After witnessing one crime after another committed in broad daylight, the grumpy and righteous Serena decided to no longer conform and began to punish evil with her own hands.
Magiblade: The Magiblade relies on skill and agility, remaining graceful and conspicuous as she performs natural, flowing movements in battle.
Swordsman: The swordsman was born on a remote floating island and grew into an adventurer from Atlan who wields a sword and fights with a combination of strength and agility.
Blademaiden: The Blademaidens puppet, relying heavily on her characteristics as a weapon, wields two blades and can leave her master’s side to perform large-scale attacks.
Magister: The Magister was born into a noble family in the royal capital and showed exceptional talent for magic from a young age.
Warlock: Power, shrouded in a fog of darkness, with a hint of madness stemming from his lack of emotions. The mysterious warlock values practicality above all. If chaos works, then he brings chaos – even if it has consequences he can’t imagine.
The beta starts in mid-December and mainly takes place through the Google Play Store. Some PC players will also be given the opportunity to test the game; whether the test will take place via Steam or directly via download from the website is still unknown.
You can still sign up until December 8th on the official website of Crystal of Atlan. When the new MMORPG will be released is still unknown at this time.
What other MMORPGs are still in development, you can find here:
In Pokémon GO starts the Along the Routes event. What you can reap at the event, you will find out here.
When does the event take place? The Along the Routes event starts on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 10:00 AM and ends on Friday, December 8, 2023, at 8:00 PM. The focus of the event should be the exchange of gifts and the routes, where you can of course also find the Zygarde Cells.
What does the event offer? In addition to a whole range of Pokémon that appear more frequently in the wild during the event, there will also be other Pokémon that can hatch from 7km eggs at that time. Additionally, there will be various bonuses, a limited-time research, and event-related field research tasks with Pokémon as rewards. There will also be showcases that you can participate in.
Starting from December 4, 2023, there will be an update related to the event, where you can meet the new NPC Mateo on routes. You will also be able to use the party-play feature not only for raids but also when following routes at the same time as the debut of the new NPC.
Pokémon during the Along the Routes event
Which Pokémon can I encounter at the event? You can encounter the following Pokémon more often at the event.
The Pokémon marked with * can appear as shiny Pokémon. Hisui-Sniebel is making its debut in its shiny variant at this event.
The trailer for the new season Timeless Travels
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Pokémon GO shows the new season “Timeless Travels” in the trailer
Active bonuses and showcase Pokémon in the event
What bonuses are there during the event? The following bonuses will be active during the event.
Eggs hatch twice as fast from incubators when placed in an incubator during the event
3 times experience points for spinning PokéStops
5 times experience points for the first spin of a PokéStop
double stardust when opening gifts
Which Pokémon will participate in the showcase? There will also be showcases for this event. To participate in them, you will need Sniebel or Hisui-Sniebel – provided the wrong Pokémon is not mistakenly assigned to the showcase. In the showcases, you can grab rewards, so make sure to secure as many specimens with high scores as possible.
What do you think of the event? Do you actively use the route feature yourself, or do you prefer to be on your own paths? Are there Pokémon in the event that interest you?
Starting from December 8, all “Path of Exile” fans can dive into the new expansion “Affliction”. The already packed hack and slash game will become significantly more extensive. In addition to three new Ascendancy classes and a number of new items, a popular game mode is also set to make its return after some absence.
What is the situation? Aside from the leading title “Diablo” from Blizzard Entertainment, there is hardly a hack and slash game that can match the popularity of “Path of Exile.” Naturally, many other genre representatives want a piece of the pie; you can find out which games they are in a separate article from us.
Famous for its immense complexity, largely due to the skill tree, “Path of Exile” also scores points by allowing players to hunt monsters for free since its release in 2013. The new expansion “Affliction” does not change that.
A first impression is provided by the trailer:
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Path of Exile: Affliction Official Trailer
The new expansion “Affliction” will be released this Friday
What does the new expansion bring? Although the official sequel to the main game starts its closed beta on June 7, 2024, developer Grinding Gear Games does not hold back on extensive changes and expansions for the first part. In summary, players can expect the following:
“Affliction League”: In this new endgame mode, players encounter strange will-o’-the-wisps that lead the heroes to the so-called “Virdischen Finsterwald”. This new area is typically filled with monsters. With the help of the lights, the plague that grips the dark forest is to be fought.
Three new class specifications: In addition to the already highly complex skill system of the game, three additional Ascendancy classes, essentially subclasses to your current main class, are introduced. These three are called “Guardians of the Maji,” “Wizards of the Fog,” and “Darkwood Primalist.”.
In addition, there will be numerous new items, including more than 15 completely new and unique objects.
What else can you expect? A special highlight for long-time players might be the return of “Ultimatum.” The game mode, which was only available for a short time, namely between April and July 2021, will be permanently integrated into the main game starting with the release of the new expansion.
In “Ultimatum,” players meet the so-called “Trial Master,” who has valuable loot on offer – provided one faces his tough trials. If you win the fight, the game presents you with a choice: Do you secure the loot, or do you risk it all to double your winnings with another victory? Overall, the game will lose none of its difficulty, which applies to this, as well as past expansions.
So, “Affliction” will occupy players for many hours again. The expansion will be released on December 8 for PC via Steam. Console players will have to wait a bit longer. PlayStation and Xbox players can start on December 13.
The OG season in Fortnite is over, “Underground” is the new theme. And the break is tougher than you might think – at least, if you were just getting used to the “old” Fortnite, says MeinMMO author Max Handwerk.
A quite special month in the history of Fortnite has come to an end. The old map returned and brought more than just nostalgia. Of course, not everything was exactly as it used to be – but the familiar terrain and the reintroduction of beloved features exuded a charm that excited the Fortnite community quite a bit.
Just how much, Epic apparently didn’t expect either. At least, that’s what a post from December 2 on the official Fortnite channel on X.com indicates. It states:
We don’t want to lie, the OG season has far exceeded our expectations.
So much so that we want to bring it back … *opens 2024 roadmap doc*
OG will return in 2024, which isn’t too surprising given some numbers. Among other things, Epic reported that players broke a monthly record during the OG season, with 100 million players in November (via X.com). At the start of the season, Fortnite also celebrated its “biggest day of all time”, with more than 44.7 million players (via X.com).
The look back to the past attracted true masses of players. Now Fortnite has to deliver to keep people engaged. Epic is currently trying to do this with a veritable truckload of new features – which, while cool, makes the jump to the new season quite abrupt.
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Fortnite: Launch trailer for Chapter 5 shows new weapons and improved parkour
What’s going on here all of a sudden?
For me, returning to the OG season was not just a nostalgia trip through familiar places, it also clearly showed how the gameplay has changed, more or less gradually, over the years. In the OG season, the pool of weapons, the map, and the classic vehicles created gameplay that could almost be described as “relaxing”.
You could land quite calmly, go loot hunting, and deal with weapons that rarely surprised you. On mountains, you were usually quite undisturbed and could see threats from a distance – even the old “Bush disguise” trick led to some success. Enemies rarely appeared “out of nowhere”, and of course, you knew the old map fairly well.
Now Fortnite has returned to its “normal form” and adds a whole truckload of new features on top of that. A few of them are:
New bosses and their henchmen with medallions that regenerate shields
Fresh weapons like the ballistic shield and numerous firearms
Weapon modifications that are completely new to Fortnite and shake up the loot pool
The grappling blade, which pulls you toward the opponent
A train that continuously runs over the island
A new healing system that changes the familiar medkits and shields
The vaults are back as well
There are now match contracts
Rocket League cars and other vehicles like the new “Trailsmasher” SUV
A changed movement system with more parkour, although running speeds have actually been reduced in some cases, which can also be stressful
New character animations
And, a particularly noticeable change for me: The storm is, at least in terms of feel, moving significantly faster. This, in conjunction with all the new features, creates a battle royale that suddenly plays quite differently than in the exception of the OG season.
Suddenly, you are constantly on the move, always at risk of being ambushed by the storm or enemies while still trying to get used to the changed movement. The new weapons are hard to assess, and it will take time to adjust to them.
If you have been following Fortnite for years, you are used to changes, and personally, I always find it very exciting when Fortnite reinvents itself. At the same time, the transition to the new season, especially compared to OG, is so pronounced that I initially thought: “What’s going on here all of a sudden?”
Imagine if someone had started with Fortnite two weeks ago and decided to check back today without catching the event. They would probably briefly wonder if this is really the same game.
What are your thoughts on the subject? Do you think the new season is strong and are you excited about new developments, or would you prefer OG back? Participate in our survey:
Fortnite seems to be going all-in with innovations in that regard: In the coming days, completely new aspects such as a new rocket racing mode and a Guitar Hero-like “Fortnite Festival” will also be introduced. Although they seem to take place separately from “Battle Royale”, it currently feels as if Fortnite is entering a new era.
A player posts a picture of his gaming PC and is shocked to see it is completely dirty. However, the solution to the problem is not really complicated.
A gamer posted a picture on reddit and explained that his gaming PC was already completely dirty after 9 days and asked if he had made a mistake. But many in the community explain to him that his gaming PC is not the problem at all.
The ventilation of the gaming PC is so efficient that it takes all the dirt from the apartment
Why is the gaming PC getting so dirty? Through ventilation, particles enter the apartment, and furniture and clothing also lose small particles. Human skin sheds skin flakes and hair, which also contribute to dust formation. Your fans, power supply, and graphics card draw air into the case and bring the dust along with it.
Depending on where you have your gaming PC placed, there is a particularly strong dust formation. In heavily used rooms, like the bedroom or living room, more dust is produced than in a rarely used study. Pets and active smokers in the household also accelerate the contamination.
What can the player do? The player needs to regularly clean his apartment so that the computer does not efficiently collect all the dust and dirt. Because the fans work excellently and without problems. Dust is not generated by the PC but in the apartment.
Basically, the tip given by many people in the community applies: Those who regularly vacuum and clean their own apartment will also have less dust inside their gaming PC in the long run. Important cleaning tips and recommendations for your gaming PC can also be found directly on our site MeinMMO.
When should you clean your gaming PC? Some manufacturers recommend cleaning your gaming PC every 3 – 6 months.
It always depends on where you have your gaming PC placed and how high the contamination or dust generation in the room is. If you already have a thick layer of dust on cabinets and shelves after a week, then you need to clean your gaming PC more often.
Another player only opened his gaming PC for the first time after 6 years. And he and the community were quite astonished when they had to see the inside:
Aika Online was shut down in 2021. There is no official reason known for why the team decided to take the game offline. But now, the title is returning in a new guise, and if you are quick, you can even secure a month of premium membership for free.
What is Aika Online?
The MMORPG is from the year 2009
The game focuses on giant PvP battles. Here, 5 nations fight against each other on the battlefield, with several thousand players possible in one match.
Players start without a nation and can choose one at level 10. People from different nations can be attacked at any time.
There are 6 different classes with fixed genders: Warrior, Paladin, Rifleman, Dual Gunner, Warlock, and Cleric.
The relaunch will take place under the name Aika Online Global. With the worldwide relaunch, not only old players will be brought back, but also new fans will be gained (via Aika Online).
Which MMORPGs are popular in Germany? MeinMMO will tell you:
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The 3 largest MMORPGs in Germany in 2023, according to Google
Aika Online Global: The most important information about the relaunch
When does Aika Online Global start? The servers are supposed to go online on December 6th at 1:00 AM Central European Time. If you register before this date, there is even a reward worth 17 euros waiting for you.
What reward is it? All those who create a character before the launch will receive a free month of the Noblesse package. This is a subscription service that grants you the following benefits monthly:
Potions that improve experience, attack, item drop rate, critical hits, as well as HP and MP
6 mounts
Important items for 7 or 30 days
Experience and adventurer markers up to level 75
Gun and pistol ammunition for 30 days
3 hours or 12 hours of time for automatic hunting
Normally, the package costs 18 US dollars for a month, which is roughly 17 euros. Alternatively, there is a possibility to purchase the items from an NPC vendor at a ‘bargain price’. The in-game shop was even tested in an open beta that took place in November.
Recently, the team prepared for the upcoming release with a series of bug fixes. This includes, for example, the translation of various items or the resolution of login issues.
A few days ago, another MMORPG returned. However, The Realm Online was only offline for 5 months:
HandOfBlood is arguably one of the most creative and original German-speaking content creators. He is particularly known for his diverse costumes. Depending on which game he focuses on in his videos, he dresses accordingly. With a self-built tank, in which he sits while playing “World of Tanks”, the YouTuber sets new standards.
What is the situation? On YouTube, he appears dressed as a hitman, burglar, or chef. HandOfBlood, whose real name is Maximilian Knabe, does not hold back on creativity in his videos. Thanks to an ambitious team, he surprises in his weekly videos with original ideas. This includes sitting half-naked in a cauldron and hopping up a mountain.
Or he leaves the digital world and takes a ride in a real tank.
Have you played World of Tanks yet? The trailer gives you a first impression:
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World of Tanks PS4 Gameplay Trailer
HandOfBlood shows how creative advertising works
In the recently released video, “World of Tanks” is once again the focus. This time, HandOfBlood and his team spared no effort in building a mini-tank out of metal over a period of two months. In it, the YouTuber sits in his new video and, due to the deliberately unrealistic proportions, presents a humorous image.
The twist: The self-built tank is not just aesthetic decor. The control of the game also works through it. Traditional computer mouse and keyboard were discarded, and instead, a system was developed that allows HandOfBlood to control his digital vehicle from the tank.
For example, the tank barrel moves in accordance with the movement of the mouse. As seen in the video, this does not make the operation easier. Rather, the barrel, and thus the crosshair, must be realigned regularly. This costs time and may, in the worst case, result in screen death.
But see for yourself:
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How does the community react to the video? The audience of the YouTuber must be given credit: they do not hold back on praise considering the great effort and high quality. Numerous comments celebrate the video and primarily the self-built tank.
@Vaspelderechte: “No one puts as much effort into a placement as HandOfBlood, really impressive.”
@SuperDuperMart1: “That’s just a 100/10. So far, I’ve hardly seen any WoT content creator who puts as much effort and creativity into “World of Tanks” videos as HandOfBlood.”
@harryhups: “Thanks to Hänno and team! Just perfect entertainment to end the day.”
So it is clear that creativity on YouTube still pays off. HandOfBlood is certainly an exception among the homogeneous mass of German content creators, and it is to be hoped that the success and reach of his videos will serve as a model for others.
Have you seen the video? What are your thoughts on it?
An overview of the free-to-play tank game can be found on MeinMMO.
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This weekend, a new paid dungeon was released in Destiny 2 and players agree: “The Ruin of the Warlord” is probably one of the best dungeons Bungie has ever created. MeinMMO explains why this dungeon is worth its price.
This blew the players away: Bungie opened the gates to the new dungeon “The Ruin of the Warlord” in the European Dead Zone on Friday at 6:00 PM. There, the Guardians were greeted with a cold snowy landscape in the mountains and a dangerous, decaying castle fortress full of scorn and the Taken who have set themselves up as the new castle lords.
The path to the peak of the mountain winds through ancient ruins and includes three boss fights, several secrets with great replay value, and a locked surprise.
Boss No. 1 is “Rathil, the first broken knight of Fokrul”
Boss No. 2 is “Origin of the Wailing Grief”
The final boss is called “Hefnd’s Revenge, Chimera of Decay”
The Chimera leads players through a battle across three levels and with a bit of luck, you will be rewarded with the exotic pistol called “Buried Bloodline”. Additionally, you can earn a new type of material in the form of a legendary rocket pistol.
However, despite the praise for the gameplay and design of the dungeon, there is also criticism.
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Destiny 2: Dungeon “Ruins of the Warlord” holds a brittle secret
What the community says about the new dungeon
What is praised: After the players explored the dungeon for the first time, community manager Cozmo wanted to know from them how they feel about it. And here, not only was the response great, but the opinions were full of praise.
The player Demonjoe even praised the dungeon as “one of the best dungeons [Bungie] has ever made” and he is far from alone in this opinion.
Loïc Ralet finds: “Love the encounters. Love the medieval feeling. The landscapes are breathtaking, the work on ambient light, snow, clouds, and particle effects is crazy good.”
BigDaddyTeej is equally excited: “Atmosphere: 100, Music: 100, Mechanics: 100. It’s like a DnD dungeon with nods to Souls and Skyrim. It’s really something special. I’ve been through it twice now and I’m looking forward to more runs! […]”
Sam writes: “I definitely like this one more than [the dungeon ‘Depths of the Echo’]. I liked ‘Depths of the Echo’ too, but I think the new dungeon has a much better pace. The fights don’t feel endless or like a chore, even though the bosses have about the same health as the echoes. The mechanics feel good, and the art and environment are, as always, top-notch.”
Even the challenging puzzles are praised. In particular, the hilarious prison break, where even experienced Guardians and content creators in Destiny 2 were trapped for half an hour on their first attempt until everyone understood what was happening and how the mechanics worked. Desperate Titans were even said to have tried to escape with thundercrash.
However, all these experiences and impressions were not everything that players provided as feedback to Bungie.
The mountain calls the GuardiansThe castle fortress must be climbedThe path through the dungeon is windingThe exotic pistol “Buried Bloodline”The legendary armors from the dungeonThe legendary weapons from the dungeonImages from the new dungeon “The Ruin of the Warlord” of Season 23 in Destiny 2.
What is criticized: Despite the praise for the gameplay and design, there is also criticism. The loot in the dungeon is perceived as somewhat meager, apart from the striking rocket pistol “Buried Bloodline”.
Some players found the armors and loot not appealing or special enough – even if they fit thematically. Therefore, after receiving the exotic pistol early, they had no desire to run through the dungeon again to earn everything. In the dungeon Pillar of the Guardian it was exactly the opposite.
Furthermore, even though “The Ruin of the Warlord” impresses with great content now, for some, it does not change the fact that Destiny 2 is still not performing well in other areas. The dungeon alone cannot make up for the delay of the upcoming DLC by several months, no matter how good the activities in it are.
A first step in the right direction: Currently, Guardians are watching Bungie’s actions and releases closely, as the developer needs to regain their trust.
The Season 23 is also looked at critically, as it has recycled parts of the Dreaming City. However, Bungie has stressed that it is currently Week 1 of the “Season of Wishes” and that we should wait and see.
Despite mixed opinions, the overall response to the dungeon “The Ruin of the Warlord” is positive, and many players hope that Bungie will build on such experiences in the future.
Have you explored the dungeon “The Ruin of the Warlord” yet? What is your conclusion and what challenges and special moments have you experienced? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments and let us know if the dungeon fascinated you and if you will revisit it.
Faker, the world champion in League of Legends, recently learned during a livestream that his own SKT Worlds skin for Zed is not in his inventory. Surprisingly, he had to find out that he needs to buy his own skin instead of receiving it automatically, as is often the case with other professional players and major content creators.
What happened? A curious image is seen in a livestream from League of Legends world champion Faker. In his stream on AfreecaTV (essentially the South Korean Twitch), Faker wanted to try out his SKT Zed skin, but was surprised to find that he did not have it in his inventory and had to check out.
Moreover, this is a skin that has not just recently been released, but was released back in 2014. Thus, Faker only owns his own skin after nearly 10 years.
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Why is it so unusual for a pro to pay for his skins? Typically, or at least in Europe and North America, professional players and major content creators of League of Legends have their skins in their own Riot partner accounts. In other countries like South Korea, however, that does not seem to be the case, at least not for Faker, who is considered by many to be the best player in history.
How does the community react to Faker’s purchase? Fans are mainly surprised by the fact that Faker is even buying a skin. The professional player is known for not using skins in League of Legends for many years. The exact reasons for this are unknown, but the community has been speculating about this for years.
Accordingly, his fans react with surprise when they find out that the pro does not own his own skin and additionally purchases it. Some of his fans express themselves on X/Twitter:
Keriyusi writes: Faker buys his own SKT T1 Zed skin. I can’t take it anymore.
AmirulA73595 comments: He didn’t have the skin yet? Lol.
Where can you watch the world champion’s livestreams? Unlike what we are used to, Faker does not stream on Twitch, but on the platform AfreecaTV, which counts as the South Korean version of Twitch. Although Faker has a Twitch account, he last streamed on this account 2 years ago.
With more free time and a few days off, the other T1 players are also back to publishing their live content on their AfreecaTV channels.
If you want to know which champions received new skins from T1 after Worlds 2023, you can read about it here:
Season 1 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will start soon, bringing many new contents. Once again, there are new unlockable weapons in the Battle Pass. Warzone will also receive a new map and new perks that will spice up the gameplay.
Season 1 in CoD: MW3 will start on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, and bring a lot of new content. Of course, there will also be a new Battle Pass that offers you new weapons and operators:
The new weapons in the Battle Passfor Season 1:
XRK Stalker (Sniper)
RAM-7 (Assault Rifle)
Stormender (Launcher)
You can decide in what order you want to unlock them, as usual.
The new operators:
Nolan
Dokkaebi
The Battle Pass will cost 1100 CoD Points, which is 10 €. You can purchase it at the start of Season 1. More information about the Battle Pass and the new season can be found here:
CoD Warzone shows the map Urzikistan in the overview trailer
Warzone gets a new map and 9 new perks
With Season 1 of MW3, Warzone also gets new content. In addition to the new map Urzikstan, there are 10 new perks and 5 perks that will be permanently active for every player.
The new selectable perks are as follows:
Irradiated: You move faster and take less damage while in the gas.
Tempered: With this perk, you fully fill your armor with 2 instead of 3 plates.
Combat Scout: Bullets you fired ping your enemies for a short time. If you hit enemies from afar, the time the enemy is pinged increases.
Resolute: If you take damage from weapons, your movement speed increases for a short time.
Shrouded: If you are knocked down, a smoke grenade is thrown.
Mountaineer: Fall damage is reduced.
Stalker: Increases movement speed while aiming down sights.
Escapist: Movement speed while lying on the ground, crouching, or injured is increased.
Primed: Accuracy and the time to aim down sights is improved while jumping.
Faculty: Delays the triggering of explosions while sprinting, warns of nearby enemy equipment, and reduces combat noise.
With the new 10 perks, Warzone currently has over 30 perks with which you can refine your own play style. In addition to the new selectable perks, 5 perks will be permanently active for every player. These are the following:
Tac Pads:The distance of sliding is increased and the speed of switching between different stances is improved.
Commando Gloves: You can now reload while running.
Looking at the perks, you can see how the movement is adjusted and especially gains in speed. This makes Warzone seemingly a much faster game. You can see for yourself on December 6.
Despite many new contents, another game mode from MW2 will be discontinued:
A gamer made a careless mistake while installing a new CPU cooler. He only realizes his negligence when he notices that his processor is getting too hot while playing.
Even experienced DIY enthusiasts can make unnecessary mistakes when upgrading a PC or building an entirely new system. Sometimes the resulting problems become apparent quickly and can be fixed before worse occurs. Some mistakes, however, may be the manufacturers’ fault.
Similarly, this post on Reddit happened. User JawnsonBit just wanted to quickly replace his CPU cooler. However, in his excitement for the PC upgrade, he forgot to remove the protective film from the cooler. Luckily, he notices this small detail in time and is able to save his hardware from damage.
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A small detail causes 100-degree hot Intel CPU
What is this about? Reddit user JawnsonBit reports on the high temperatures of his Intel CPU. While browsing the internet, it is supposed to fluctuate between 50 and 60 degrees. These values are not alarmingly high. Depending on which cooler is used and the ventilation concept in the computer, temperatures can vary.
However, when he supposedly reaches 100 degrees while playing, he notices that something is wrong. Previously, JawnsonBit claimed he had replaced the old CPU cooler with a new model. He chose the Scythe Fuma 3, which should normally provide adequate cooling for the processor.
In his excitement about his new acquisition, the gamer apparently forgot to remove the protective film from the underside of the new CPU cooler. A closer look reveals the warning label reminding him to remove the film before installation. This is why the Scythe Fuma 3 did not function optimally.
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Why must this film be removed? This piece of plastic serves only to protect the contact surface until the heatsink is placed on the processor. Ironically, the Reddit user at least remembered the thermal paste, which is now on the film due to his mistake.
The paste between the CPU and cooler is supposed to fill the area between the processor and cooler and compensate for unevenness on both contact surfaces. Thanks to the metal oxides in thermal paste, the CPU is usually effectively cooled.
Recognizing mistakes and ideally not making them at all
Did he notice the mistake in time? Yes, fortunately, he quickly realized his negligence. While playing, the processor became 100 degrees hot, but at the same time throttled the clock speed to protect itself from overheating. The gamer does not report any permanent damage.
After JawnsonBit supposedly removed the film, the temperatures at idle, without taxing the computer, dropped to 30 to 40 degrees. Unfortunately, he did not update the values for temperature while playing. However, it can be assumed that these are now no longer in a concerning range.
How can such problems be prevented? Even if one believes to know hardware well, it never hurts to take a look at the manuals of the PC components. This way, he would probably not have overlooked the note about the film.
Even when enthusiastically tinkering with your computer, it is always better to approach the task with calm and focus. Whether upgrading or building a completely new system, take enough time and proceed thoughtfully. Additionally, a small to-do list with the key points for assembly can help you. Write this down calmly beforehand, so you remember all the important actions.
Fortnite will collaborate with Lego in the future to provide special content within the game. There will also be a free Lego skin and numerous Lego outfits. We summarize the most important points for you.
What’s happening in Fortnite? In Fortnite, the new Chapter 5, Season 1 has begun. This brought, among other things:
The season was introduced with a live event, which also briefly introduced new modes – including the new Lego collaboration with Fortnite.
This will bring various things, especially a new mode and a lot of Lego outfits. Additionally, you can get a free skin.
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When does the new Lego mode start?
All known information about the Lego mode: The new Lego mode is set to launch on December 7, 2023 in Fortnite.
What it will be about is only partially known so far. It seems to be a Lego adaptation of the Fortnite world, based on current teaser images.
In an announcement, Fortnite and Lego spoke of a “brand new survival crafting adventure” that players will experience in Fortnite.
A short teaser was also provided by the Big Bang event that concluded the last season. There, one could already see what the world looks like, that there will be battles against creatures, and how resources are gathered. You can find the Lego section here in the video at 4:18:
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How do you get the free skin? The new skin is called “Explorer Emilie” and is currently being distributed jointly by Lego and Fortnite. To get the explorer in Fortnite, you need to:
Create a “Lego Insiders” account (more information can be found on the Lego website)
Connect this account with your Epic account
Start Fortnite to receive the skin and a Lego variant
The pickup will then be possible starting December 7. And then even more Lego variants will land in Fortnite.
These are the new versions: The new update also includes the potential for countless new outfit variants in Fortnite. Over 1,200 Lego outfits are expected to be available. Some examples can be seen in this post from “Lego Fortnite”:
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How do you get them? As of now, you will automatically receive the Lego skins for the outfits you own. So check your Fortnite outfit locker starting December 7 to see which Lego variants you can use once the new mode becomes available. Some emotes should also be usable with them.
It remains to be seen what other content related to this theme will be released in Fortnite. We will keep you updated on this.
In Season 3 of 7 vs. Wild, the team of Twitch streamers Kevin “Papaplatte” Teller (26) and Dominik “Reeze” Reezmann (30) made a terrible discovery one hour before the suspension. Reeze allegedly informed himself about dangerous algae during the production, but they supposedly knew nothing about it. A potential danger was overlooked.
How did the situation arise? In the reaction to the latest “Behind-the-Scenes” episode, Papaplatte revealed another story from the production of Season 3 of 7 vs. Wild. One hour before suspension, his team partner Reeze supposedly remembered the series “Alone,” which was filmed nearby. The two are said to have watched the series as preparation for 7 vs. Wild, Canada.
While still on the way to the filming location, Reeze is said to have questioned the production company about the risk of the toxic “Red Tide” algae bloom. However, the employees responsible for safety supposedly had no idea what the conditions were like on-site. A quick glance at the “Red Tide” map allegedly showed that the filming location was in the red zone, according to Papaplatte.
One of the participants in Season 3 is Twitch streamer Jens “Knossi” Knossalla. You can see more about him in our video.
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The “Red Tide” algae could have led to the elimination from 7 vs. Wild Season 3
Here at MeinMMO, our expertise lies in games and everything around them, not in medical topics. If you have questions about “Red Tide” and NSP, in case of doubt, contact a doctor and inform yourself before consuming self-caught seafood from “Red Tide” areas at the responsible authorities such as the National Ocean Service. The symptoms of the “Red Tide” algae typically occur 3–4 hours after consumption. However, they can appear just a few minutes later or up to 18 hours later. Symptoms include: – Nausea – Vomiting – Diarrhea – Numbness and tingling in the lips, mouth, face, and extremities And other less common symptoms like loss of coordination or slurred speech. People suffering from the illness may appear intoxicated.
Here you can see how Papaplatte became aware of the danger.
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How dangerous is the “Red Tide” algae? The algae are only dangerous for most people when consumed in large quantities. However, high concentrations of toxins are found in shellfish such as clams and oysters. If the participants had eaten shellfish, they could have gotten NSP (neurotoxic shellfish poisoning).
So far, there have been no documented fatalities due to NSP, but the symptoms could have possibly been a reason for the teams to be eliminated.
How did Papaplatte find the situation? Papaplatte found it not funny at all. He said in the stream: “If anyone of us had eaten clams there, they would have simply died.” Also, according to Papaplatte, the bear spray was reportedly only handed to the teams shortly before the suspension without a detailed briefing. Papaplatte and Reeze recently said, that they would “under no circumstances” participate again.
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In EA FC 24 the new TOTW 12 (Team of the Week) has been released. At MeinMMO, you can find out which players appear in the new Team of the Week. This week’s Inform upgradesset the stage for two German veterans.
Here you can see the complete, new Team of the Week 12:
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With Mats Hummels and Toni Kroos, two German world champions from 2014 made it into TOTW 12. And both bring a significant speed upgrade. Kroos has gained a total of 19 rating points for his pace. Hummels also receives a hefty 19 speed boost on his already second Inform card in EA FC 24.
And every week, there are predictions for the new TOTW. Here is the continuation with the original article.
This is the Team of the Week: Every Wednesday it’s time for a new TOTW in EA FC 24 Ultimate Team. This team features players who have impressed with their performances in the past football week. These players will receive improved Inform special cards that are available in packs for one week.
These are TOTW Predictions: TOTW Predictions are forecasts from the community attempting to guess which players might make it into the Team of the Week. They provide a good overview of who might be included in the TOTW.
However, it is important to note that these are theoretical predictions. There are no guarantees that the predictions will come true. The TOTW 12 next Wednesday might look completely different from what the predictions suggest.
The Prediction for Team of the Week 12 in EA FC 24 Ultimate Team
Below you can see the predictions listed. The predictions for the next Team of the Week come from the FUT site fifaultimateteam:
We have marked the players with an asterisk (*) who might receive a featured IF upgrade and thus make several jumps up in the overall rating. For several weeks, EA Sports has been bringing two featured TOTW players.
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That’s why Lazzari and Díaz have good chances for multiple upgrades: Lazzari’s rare gold card only has a rating of 79. The Italian prepared the decisive goal for his team over the weekend. Otherwise, the offensive full-back played strongly against Cagliari. (via Sofascore)
As a reward, he could now be looking at a featured TOTW card with several upgrades. His pace could then climb to 95+. This would make Lazzari one of the fastest defenders in EA FC 24.
Brahim Díaz was one of the best players in his team’s 2-0 victory and scored the opening goal for Real Madrid in the game against Granada. A featured Inform upgrade could elevate the Spanish dribbler to an 86.
King Arthur: Knight’s Tale was released in 2022 by NeocoreGames on Steam. The dark fantasy RPG is based on the well-known Arthurian legend and offers tactical battles like the XCOM games. Now, with Update 2.0, there’s a real overhaul for the game.
What kind of game is this? King Arthur: Knight’s Tale is a dark fantasy RPG with turn-based tactical battles. You take on the role of Mordred, an adversary of the legendary King Arthur:
At the beginning of the game, Arthur and Mordred die in a duel against each other. But when Arthur is corrupted by evil forces, the Lady of the Lake commissions Mordred to stop Arthur. Now back to life, Mordred sets out to take down his adversary once again.
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To do this, you will fight the corrupted inhabitants of the mythical island of Avalon. With you, you have up to three other knights that you can choose from a maximum of twelve-member roster. You can enhance and specialize your knights with varying skill trees. When you give them titles, it enhances their loyalty to you and grants them special abilities.
You also rule Camelot as your own realm, which develops according to your choices: Depending on your preference, the people may turn to Christianity or pagan beliefs. Additionally, your style of governance influences the people – are you a benevolent or cruel ruler? Furthermore, you can decide how to expand the realm – for example, through specific buildings.
What does Update 2.0 bring? In Update 2.0 for King Arthur: Knight’s Tale, the game primarily receives a balancing update. Additionally, all systems are overhauled.
The recruitable knights have also been revised. They now have new abilities and the skill trees have been expanded. New buildings are now available for your realm Camelot. It is now also possible to forge special artifacts.
With 2.0, you can also face a completely new endgame: the Rising Eclipse. Suddenly, trenches appear throughout the realm, drawing the attention of a powerful fairy folk. It is now your task to close the trenches.
Who is this game for? King Arthur: Knight’s Tale, with its turn-based battles and dark fantasy story, will particularly appeal to fans of XCOM games like XCOM 2. Also, those who enjoy Baldur’s Gate 3 can find joy here.
In the reviews on Steam, user Shezagorath also recommends the game to Dark Souls fans, due to the similar atmosphere. SSJ420BLAZIN#[email protected], on the other hand, writes that the game is good for someone for whom the combat system of Divinity: Original Sin 2 was a bit too complex.
Overall, the reviews of King Arthur: Knight’s Tale are very positive, and according to Steam Charts, only about 1,300 people are currently playing it. The all-time peak is around 5,300 concurrent players. Thus, the game is an absolute hidden gem for fans of XCOM or even Baldur’s Gate 3. Until December 9, 2023, the game is also available for under €20.
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