If you want to farm Mythic Uniques in Diablo 4, you should not underestimate a merchant

Mythic Uniques are among the most powerful items in Diablo 4 and can have a huge impact on your builds. Those who farm them specifically should definitely not overlook a certain currency.

On December 12, 2025, Season 11 started in Diablo 4 and has brought fresh content to the ARPG. With the new season, many also start the grind anew, which includes farming Mythic Uniques that are a real boost for many builds.

Where can you get Mythic Uniques? Many players fight the Lair Bosses in Diablo 4 and hope for mythical loot drops there. Others are lucky and get special seals for Nightmare Dungeons where they encounter mythical treasure goblins.

But there is another way: You can also draw Mythic Uniques at the Curiosities Merchant with a bit of luck. A player even received a Mythic in the best possible variant from the so-called “Gambler” and reminds the community not to underestimate the Obols in Diablo 4.

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Diablo 4 showcases its new features from Season 11 in the gameplay trailer

Mythic Unique with 4GA from the Gambler

Which merchant shouldn’t you underestimate? On Reddit, a player shows an item he got from the Curiosities Merchant: the Mythic Unique “Ring of the Starless Sky”, which all seven classes can wear. The effect of the ring lowers the resource costs of your skills and simultaneously increases your damage as soon as you spend your primary resource.

Additionally, the ring comes with the following stats:

  • Attack Speed
  • Critical Hit Chance
  • Lucky Hit Chance
  • Ranks on Core Skills

As if that wasn’t strong enough, the player was also lucky enough to receive the ring with four large affixes, so in the best possible version:

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What do other players say about it? In the comments under the Reddit post, many users are happy for the player. Others also report strong loot drops they made at the Gambler. Some also point out that you should regularly check in with the Curiosities Merchant anyway, as there is a cap for Obols. To continue collecting new ones, you have to spend them.

The last step in the crafting process, even with Mythics, is sanctification. However, the creator of the post writes that he is somewhat concerned about sanctifying the item with the new crafting system. But he is quickly reassured in the comments: Several users remind him that you cannot “brick” inherited Mythics.

“You can add something that isn’t useful, but it doesn’t replace any of the base affixes,” explains nbd789. And Tk-Delicaxy adds: “It only gets better. Even if you get a less helpful aspect, it may still be useful in some way.”

Sanctification is the final step in the crafting process of your items and grants them a random effect. This way, items can even receive mythical effects – and this also applies to already extremely strong Mythics. It’s no wonder that players are currently bragging about their loot in Diablo 4 and creating true monster items with the help of the new mechanic.

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“Not bad for a dead game” – Palworld developers counter their haters, celebrate a successful year

The year 2025 seems to have been quite successful for Palworld despite a dispute with Nintendo. One of the developers of Palworld thanks the community for the success of the game in 2025.

How does Palworld celebrate its success? On X Palworld shared its success from 2025. The game has made it to the top spots on four overall top lists on Steam: 2nd place in Most Played; 2nd place in Most Played on the Steamdeck, 3rd place in Controller Games, and 3rd place in Top Sellers.

One of the developers, Bucky, thanked on X for the community’s support:

Two years later, we are still grateful for the endless support and kindness of our community. Thank you very much, dear Palworld players.

In conclusion, Bucky added: “Not bad for a dead game!!” taking a stand against the game’s haters. In the past, it has been repeatedly claimed that the game would become less popular after its grand launch.

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Update 0.5.0 for Palworld finally lets you play with friends on other platforms

Palworld remains very popular despite Early Access

How is Palworld doing right now? Palworld was already a hit with its Early Access release in January 2024, as the gameplay strongly resembled Pokémon but with guns, and the developers combined this style with building mechanics. Since then, there have been several updates and innovations.

In September 2025, Nintendo sued Palworld over an alleged patent infringement. The Pals in the game were said to bear too much resemblance to Pokémon. There was also a dispute about capturing monsters with balls. Nevertheless, Pocketpair released its monster hit on the PS5 and continued on.

In 2025, there were also some collaborations with other games: once with the free survival game Once Human and another time with Terraria.

The developers have also set their sights on a planned release: In 2026, the time will finally come with Update 1.0.

The future of Pocketpair seems to be bright not only with Palworld. The studio has now announced a new game reminiscent of a cozy farming game: While Nintendo wants to ban every copy of Pokémon, Palworld announces a new game on Steam with pocket monsters in the style of Stardew Valley

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12-year-old wants to do it like Benjyfishy and leave school to become an Esports star – the parents are cool with it

When Benjyfishy left school to become a Fortnite star, he was 15. A similar path is now being pursued by a Japanese boy who is even younger.

Which boy is being talked about? Tarou is from Japan and is 12 years old. He has been playing since he was 3. By the 2nd grade, he was already competing against professional players. His social media channel, which he started in 2020, where the boy mainly posts Fortnite content, already has 230,000 subscribers.

This is not where it ends. According to a report on scmp.com, Tarou wants to become an esports star and compete in the Fortnite World Cup. In order to have a chance there, the boy must expand his training program: “The top players in these competitions are constantly improving. If I want to catch up or surpass them, it’s not enough to train less than 10 hours a day.”

Therefore, Tarou announced on his channel that he does not want to attend further school: “I want to create a lifestyle that allows me to pursue esports seriously while having enough time for sleep, exercise, and learning.”

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Training > School

How do his parents react? They support his decision and are convinced that he has the potential to reach the top of the world. His father is quoted as follows:

“Traditional athletes train about five hours a day, but in gaming, players can train 13 to 14 hours. The top contenders on the Asian server typically practice 10 to 12 hours a day, consistently over five or six years. If he had to go to school every day, he would be exhausted after classes. It would be impossible to guarantee the focused training time he needs.”

According to scmp.com, Japan actually has a nine-year compulsory education. However, it is not known whether Tarou will receive any form of homeschooling. Tarou’s school is said to have agreed to the plan after a year-long discussion.

Thus, the boy is now following in the footsteps of Benjy David “Benjyfishy” Fish, who embarked on a similar path in 2019 to become a Fortnite pro. “Benjyfishy” was 15 at the time. Looking back, that was probably the right decision: Mom took a 15-year-old out of school so he could have more time for Fortnite – 6 years later he is successful, but in a different shooter

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Player from ARC Raiders cries out for help so loudly that a concerned neighbor attempts to kick down the door

Don’t forget your surroundings during a round of ARC Raiders and refrain from loud cries for help. Otherwise, you might find a concerned neighbor standing next to you.

What exactly happened? On Reddit, user dreamthorp explains that a few days ago he was watching his friend’s house and passed the time by playing ARC Raiders. During a nighttime raid on a dam, an exciting situation occurred.

When dreamthorp tried to extract using an elevator, suddenly a Leaper (a four-legged ARC with great jumping ability) landed on his character. Panic set in immediately. dreamthorp shouted for help in voice chat. He just wanted to get back on his feet and limp to safety…

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The appearance of a concerned citizen: A passing neighbor heard the cry for help in the hallway and approached the door. He knocked, but only received another cry for help in response. “Is everything okay with you?” Another Help! Determined, the young man backed up to kick the door with full force.

A camera recorded the scene in front of the door up to the kicking motion, and dreamthorp posted the clip on Reddit:

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Unfortunately, the kick itself isn’t visible. According to dreamthorp, the force of the kick caused the recording to stop. He describes the moment as follows: “My heart almost jumped out of my chest when I saw the door bulging inward as if there was an explosion behind it.”

“Hopefully, he brought a defibrillator for you”

How does the community react? Some are skeptical because the kick cannot be seen, and believe it’s a hoax. Many others praise the neighbor’s effort or dreamthorp’s loud gameplay. The post has nearly 9,000 thumbs up and over 675 comments.

  • Miserable_Candle_763 writes on Reddit: “The bro is out there playing rescue raider. Hopefully, he brought a defibrillator for you.”
  • StavrosZhekhov is apparently one of “those raiders,” he writes on Reddit: “He kicked down the door, shouted ‘I’m a friend’ and then knocked dreamthorp out to steal all his stuff.”
  • MoneyPresentation807 suggested on Reddit: “This is killing me, but honestly he’s a good person. I would definitely buy him something and tell him I appreciate that he was willing to help you. Maybe you can give him a key next time once you get to know him better.”
  • CockpitEnthusiast explains on Reddit: “This is honestly why I told my neighbors I’m a gamer. Every now and then they hear me yelling at ARC or Rocket League or something. They know I’m having fun, and they’re okay with that.”

The fact that one’s gaming cries can indeed irritate the immediate surroundings is shown in another example, also from ARC Raiders. Involved was the Twitch streamer NICKMERCS, who apparently also likes to call for help loudly: Twitch streamer screams for help in ARC Raiders, forgets his window is open, and gets an unwelcome visit

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New game on Steam looks like a “mix of Animal Crossing, Minecraft and Peaky Blinders” and hopefully is as crazy as it sounds

On Steam, a new indie game has been announced where players can inherit a house in a village and build it with the animal residents. But what seems to be a cute life simulator has a dark side.

What kind of game is this? The game Critterville Goes Bankrupt has been announced. It is being developed by the studio Penniless Games. However, there is no release date for the cute life simulator yet.

In Critterville Goes Bankrupt, you inherit a house in a village full of various animal residents. The village seems to be quite run down, and you are supposed to rebuild it together with the resident raccoons, ducks, and foxes. You must, of course, keep an eye on the finances, but also start the occasional romance.

You’ll get a first impression of the game with the official trailer:

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Animal Crossing with useful neighbors

What makes the game so interesting? At the end of the trailer, there is a scene that is completely out of sync with the otherwise harmonious vibe of the rest of the impression: three of the animal residents team up and beat up a poor fox in the dark.

The scene suggests that there will be a mechanic revolving around the relationships of the animals – which can apparently take a very negative turn in some cases.

How is the community reacting? The reactions, both to a post on X and to the trailer on YouTube, are interested and amused:

  • Darylchurc writes on YouTube: “That took a dark turn. lol”
  • sainttan sees similarities to a Nintendo game on YouTube: “Animal Crossing, but you can hire your neighbors to be useful.”
  • The user dxreaper120 has the same impression on X: “I didn’t even know I needed a mix of Animal Crossing, Minecraft, and Peaky Blinders.”

What do you think of the game? Could you imagine playing it at release? Let us know in the comments! If you’re looking for something to play for the new year, we can recommend our Steam list of games developed by a single person: The 10 best games on Steam developed by a single person

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New teaser for Avengers: Doomsday shows the return of two legendary actors who fought against each other 25 years ago

Marvel has blessed fans with a new teaser for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. The new video showcases the return of a supervillain who will appear in the MCU for the first time.

Which two legendary actors are featured in the teaser? Since December 23, 2025, Marvel has released 2 teasers for the upcoming event film Avengers Doomsday, set to premiere in Germany on December 16, 2026.

While the first two teasers focused on 2 well-known MCU characters, a fresh teaser now shows the return of 2 legendary actors reprising their Marvel roles.

As was previously known, Patrick Stewart returns as Professor X and Ian McKellen as Magneto. McKellen was last seen in X-Men: Days of Future Past in 2014. Patrick Stewart last played his role in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

The two faced off as Magneto and Professor X in the first X-Men film in 2002. The new teaser shows a new encounter between the two:

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In the 3rd teaser for Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel shows the return of two legendary mutants

What can be seen in the teaser? The teaser doesn’t reveal much, but it does show 2 of the most important mutants in the Marvel universe. In a destroyed version of Charles Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, we hear him speaking. He says: “Death is coming for us all. That’s all I know for sure. The question isn’t whether you’re ready to die. The question is: Who will you be when you close your eyes?”

After that, we see him rolling over to a visibly aged Magneto and shaking his hand. It can be assumed that the legendary villain will be on the side of the heroes this time.

Finally, there’s a first glimpse of Cyclops and his powerful ability. He will once again be portrayed by James Marsden. In the end, the only line is: The X-Men will return in Avengers: Doomsday.

How does the community react? Under the YouTube teaser, fans are excited about the return of the actors. @mareomftydeys writes that Stewart and McKellen are absolute legends.

The brief look at Cyclops also seems to excite anticipation. Users like @redwind4948 write: Cyclops is finally getting the respect he deserves. @Astral_thee_God feels similarly: The scene with Cyclops looked absolutely crazy. And these teasers are going to get even better? Cyclops is one of the most important X-Men: 2026, the leader of the X-Men returns: Marvel finally has the chance to get it right

Are you excited for the movie, or are you done with the MCU? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments. In the upcoming film, Dr. Doom will be the main villain. Find out why that is so impressive here: 5 reasons why Dr. Doom is more terrifying than Thanos in Marvel

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Next week the new streaming service HBO Max will launch in Germany: These 5 movies and series you should watch

With HBO Max, a new streaming service will launch in Germany on January 13, 2026. MeinMMO will tell you everything you need to know about it and which movies and series are worth it at launch.

When does HBO Max launch in Germany? It will be on January 13, 2026, when HBO Max launches as a new streaming service in Germany. The service has been available in the USA since May 27, 2020.

What is the price of HBO Max in Germany? At launch, there will be various subscription options that you can choose from based on your preference.

  • Basic subscription with ads: For €5.99 (€6.99 from January 1, 2027), you can stream in Full HD on 2 devices, but there will be ad interruptions.
  • Standard subscription: For €11.99 (€12.99 from January 1, 2027), you can stream in Full HD on 2 devices and have 30 downloads. There are no ads here.
  • Premium subscription: If you want the best quality, you get 4k Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos for €16.99 (€17.99 from January 1, 2027). Additionally, there are 100 downloads, and you can stream on 4 devices simultaneously.
  • Sports package: For €3 a month, you can add a sports package to your existing subscription. This includes ads. Notable sports content includes the upcoming Winter Olympics, all matches of the Australian Open, and more than 300 days of live cycling. Additionally, there are premium contents from Eurosport.

On which platforms can you stream HBO Max in Germany? HBO Max is expected to be available on smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, streaming players, set-top boxes, smart TVs, and gaming consoles.

HBO Max does not specify which exact devices and device versions will be supported. We will update the article as soon as more information is available. You can pre-register the apps in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

What new series will premiere on HBO Max? The following series have already been announced with a release date on HBO Max:

  • The Game of Thrones spin-off A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premieres on January 19, 2026
  • On January 13, 2026, the French series The Seduction will also debut. It is based on the novel Dangerous Liaisons, which was already adapted into a film in 1988 starring Glenn Close, John Malkovich, and Michelle Pfeiffer.
  • Also available at launch are seasons 1 and 2 of The Pitt. The new episodes of season 2 will be released simultaneously with the US release. In The Pitt, the daily hospital life is shown in one shift per season. The focus is on the stress and pressure of the profession.
  • 4 Blocks Zero is also expected to appear on HBO Max. However, the exact start date for the prequel to the German gangster series is still unknown.

At launch, HBO Max, of course, comes with several movies and series that have already been available on other platforms or in theaters. You can find out which highlights you should watch after the video.

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms shows in the final trailer that one can expect more humor than in Game of Thrones

5 Movie and Series Highlights Worth Watching on HBO Max

Which movies and series does MeinMMO film editor Nikolas Hernes recommend on HBO Max? Thanks to the HBO and Warner catalog, some strong series and movies will be available right from the start that you should catch up on or even watch again. Here are 5 of them:

Superman

In 2025, Superman by James Gunn was released in theaters and is the first film of the new DC universe, which will continue in 2026 with Supergirl and Lanterns. If you haven’t seen the film yet, you should do it. Superman is a truly hopeful film that embodies the well-known hero quite well.

The White Lotus

The White Lotus has received 3 seasons since its debut in 2021. Each season tells a different story about the fictional hotel chain White Lotus. At its core, it is a social satire that thrives on strong performances. If you can’t get enough of Walton Goggins after Fallout, you should definitely watch season 3.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire

If you want to switch off your brain and watch some brutal monster action, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is a must-see. The plot is pretty ridiculous, but that’s part of the fun. The most important element is present: big monsters beating up other big monsters. You can find out more about it here: The new Godzilla film shows why good movies don’t necessarily need a story

Dune 1 and 2

Another visual treat can be found in Denis Villeneuve’s two Dune films. The films are wonderfully shot, look fantastic, and the story by Frank Herbert works well even in the new adaptation. Since the third part is coming out at the end of the year, a rewatch of both sci-fi films is also worth it.

IT: Welcome to Derry

There’s no escaping Stephen King adaptations, but IT: Welcome to Derry is not an adaptation of the novel but rather the prequel to the horror novel featuring the killer clown. The series doesn’t hold back on bloody effects and horror elements, providing more background on the clown and the town, which is especially worthwhile if you have seen the previous films. The series has creative ideas, and the child actors deliver convincing performances.

With HBO Max, another major streaming service comes to Germany and will release many popular HBO productions in the future. This is further competition for Netflix. Find out how the giant came to be here: Netflix: How a video rental service became the largest streaming service in the world

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Samsung presents new device with huge screen, but still compact and fits in your pocket

From three screens to one. With the new, double-foldable phone, the Korean manufacturer aims to impress and enhance the productivity and workflow of its users. Samsung Dex is designed to assist in this and enable PC use on the go. 

What was announced? Samsung announced the new Z-Trifold smartphone on December 2, 2025, on its own news website. The device then appeared at CES 2026 tech fair in Las Vegas, and more information is now available. 

The flagship feature of the device is the double-foldable screen, which is expected to measure about 10 inches when unfolded – roughly the size of a tablet with average screen sizes of 10-12 inches. Folded, the size of the Samsung Z-Trifold is expected to resemble standard smartphone dimensions of about 6.5 inches. This is expected to significantly enhance the productivity and versatility of the device.

How does the folding work? The phone is designed to fold from outside to inside to protect the main screen. If an error occurs during the folding process, the user is supposed to be alerted by an alarm. Such alarm sounds have existed for various applications for a while and they can even save lives at the right moment.  

According to the manufacturer, the product has been folded internally 200,000 times in tests, which corresponds to about 100 folds per day for five years (via YouTube). This is intended to prevent damage during folding and unfolding. 

A rather unknown feature is the so-called N-symbol or NFC on your smartphone. What it does and where the name comes from is explained in the following video:

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What does the N symbol on your phone mean?

Those who want to fold twice must reach deep into their pockets 

When will the device be released? The high-end smartphone has been available in South Korea since December 12, 2025, according to Samsung. A launch in the USA, Taiwan, Singapore, China, and the United Arab Emirates is expected to follow in early 2026. A European or German release has not yet been announced. 

The price in Korea is reportedly 3,594,000 South Korean won, equivalent to about 2,119 euros (as of January 6, 2026). 

For this, the consumer should receive a variant with 16 gigabytes of RAM and 512 gigabytes of internal storage. The phone is equipped with a 5,600 mAh battery and a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, also installed in the Galaxy S25. A detailed overview of the naming of Samsung smartphones is available on MeinMMO. 

Software aims to ensure a PC experience 

What is Samsung Dex? This is software on Samsung phones and tablets that aims to provide a desktop experience on the go. External devices like mice, keyboards, and screens can be added, allowing for multitasking with several programs simultaneously. 

Up to five applications can be used simultaneously. Starting at the sixth, the first application will be minimized. Combined with the 10-inch display, the manufacturer claims productivity will increase. 

The innovative device could especially interest people who watch many videos on their phones and require multitasking on their smartphones. How practical the device is in reality remains to be seen. A competitor of Samsung, on the other hand, is trying to win over an entire generation: A 36-year-old explains how his company attracts Gen Z to compete with Apple and Samsung

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German war film about the Tiger crew conquers Prime Video and divides the audience – It is number 1 in Germany

A new war film from Germany has been released on Amazon Prime Video. Although the film has reached number 1 in the charts, kicking Fallout Season 2 off the throne, it is not well received by everyone.

Which film is it about? On January 2, 2026, the German-Czech war film The Tiger by director Dennis Gansel, known for films like The Wave or Napola – Elite for the Führer, premiered on Prime Video.

The film follows the crew of a German Tiger tank during World War II. The 5-member crew is on a secret mission to find and bring back Colonel Paul von Hardenburg, played by Tilman Strauss. By the time the film is set, Germany has already lost at Stalingrad and is in retreat.

The film depicts not only soldiers fighting against others but also the psychological strain and pressure in the cramped tank, combined with methamphetamine, adding another layer to the film.

You can watch a trailer for the film here:

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The trailer for The Tiger shows the crew of the German team in the war film on Amazon Prime

A hit on Amazon, but not with all viewers

How is the film received? The Tiger was released on January 2 and is currently number 1 on Amazon Prime (as of: January 6, 2026). This allowed the film to dethrone the second season of the hit series Fallout. However, audience reviews are not so enthusiastic.

With over 50 user reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, the film only has a score of 57%. The actors and the action are praised, and users like @Cinema49 even call the film brilliant. Despite some good reviews, there are also many mediocre or even bad ratings. The film’s ending seems to divide audiences. @Hoops666 even writes: An incredibly bad ending for a very good film. It undermines all the good work of the rest of the film.

On IMDb, the film is similarly divided. With over 3400 reviews, the film currently has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 stars. While 7.8% give the film the highest rating, 3.0% of users rate it 1 out of 10 stars. Most ratings are more in the middle, with the majority of 29.4% giving a score of 7 out of 10.

On Amazon itself, the film has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars with 458 reviews (as of: January 6, 2026).

Oliver Kube from Filmstarts has mainly positive words for The Tiger. He gives it 4 out of 5 stars and states about the twist that it is constructed in such a way that it may seem predictable in hindsight, but is surprising when first watching. In his conclusion, he calls it an entertainment film that, with its focus on action and suspense, is not like All Quiet on the Western Front, but is worth seeing due to its visual presentation.

The film critic Robert Hofmann gives the film an 8.5/10 on his YouTube channel and says: Watch The Tiger. I think it is very good, not flawless, but definitely better than I hoped. And even when watching it a second time, I was immediately back into it and noticed how much I still remembered.

Have you seen the film yet? How would you rate it? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. Clint Eastwood also directed a war film with Letters from Iwo Jima, but he took a special approach: A war film by Clint Eastwood is praised by historians for taking a step that is unusual in Hollywood

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Twitch streamer has been playing WoW for less than a month, has already invested over 200 hours and impresses one of the founders at Sauercrowd

The German-speaking Twitch has been dominated by the WoW event Sauercrowd since December 27, 2025. A participant who is playing WoW for the first time can particularly impress one of the founders of the event.

Who is the Twitch streamer? Since December 27, 2025, German Twitch has been sinking into WoW. This is due to the hardcore event Sauercrowd, which brings together WoW veterans and newcomers. A newcomer is the Twitch streamer Felikah.

With over 74,000 followers on Twitch, she is not among the biggest female streamers on the platform. Most of her content is gaming, but she also takes her viewers along in IRL streams from time to time.

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WoW Classic: The Hardcore Servers Are Here!

“Just Can’t Handle It”

What makes Felikah so special? Although Felikah has just started in WoW, she is still very dedicated to improving. Looking at her streams since December 13, 2025, the streamer plays WoW in every one of her streams. Since December 18, 2025, WoW has even become the only game that Felikah plays (Source: SullyGnome).

Overall, the Twitch streamer has put in over 216 hours into the MMO in the last 30 days. Metashi expressed his admiration in his own stream:

I gushed about Felikah yesterday in bed. My girlfriend looked at me strangely because I just can’t comprehend how one person can be so insane in WoW. […] I swear to God, I sometimes can’t believe how someone with so little prior experience can be so crazy in WoW.

Metashi on YouTube

Furthermore, Metashi stated that at one point he saw Felikah still online after more than 15 hours of Twitch streaming. She had been diligently completing quests in the zone Desolace to reach a higher level. All of this was to get on approximately the same level as her teammates so that she wouldn’t fall behind in dungeons.

The WoW event provides a lot of entertainment thanks to the numerous participants. Both newcomers and experts in the game have fun and create many clips to entertain the viewers. One of the participants was finally able to reach the long-awaited level 50: WoW: First streamer from Sauercrowd reaches level 50, is immediately too greedy

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The 5 Best MMORPGs on PS4, PS5, and Xbox that you can play in 2026

MMORPGs were initially primarily PC games, but they have long since made their way to consoles. Many titles can also be played on the PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series. We reveal the best MMORPGs for consoles in this list.

What is this list based on? In this list, we present five MMORPGs that you can play on the consoles from Sony and Microsoft. The article was originally created by Alexander Leitsch, and our genre expert Karsten Scholz is now responsible for regular updates. For those who are also active on PC, here is a selection of the best games: The 10 best MMOs and MMORPGs.

Update from January 6, 2026: We have updated the article for 2026.

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New World Aeternum

Developer: Amazon Games | Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series | Release Date: September 28, 2021 (Console release on October 15, 2024) | Model: Buy2Play | Combat System: Action

Pro
  • Beautiful and unique game world
  • Excellent sound and animation design when collecting
  • The current Season 10 makes New World better than ever
  • Endgame has received comprehensive improvements
  • Fair payment model
Contra
  • Still generic quests
  • Not everyone likes the combat system; it doesn’t always feel right
  • The UI is partly a disaster, for example in the warehouses or seasonal activities
  • The end is foreseeable (probably from 2027)

What kind of game is this? New World was originally supposed to be a survival PvP MMO but was instead transformed into a full-fledged MMORPG with a PvE focus before its release. One highlight of the game is the beautiful game world Aeternum, which shines with impressive lighting conditions and is modeled after a fictional 17th century.

The second major highlight is the gathering system. You can harvest almost all trees, plants, and stones, and the sound and animations leave a lasting impression. Additionally, the special crafting system of New World ensures that even basic materials remain relevant in the late game.

The MMORPG completely forgoes classes and instead relies on a variety of different weapons. Some are better suited for tanking, while others deal damage. The life staff can also be used to heal teammates. Thus, a holy trinity is present.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Play New World: Aeternum

This is also important in the endgame, where you either can take on dungeons with increased difficulties – the mutations. Otherwise, New World offers you dozens of quests, daily tasks in the form of faction missions, and gypsum to level up equipment, raids, PvP arenas, and wars for territories.

A guild can bring a city under its control, generating taxes from sales in the trading post and from renting houses to other players. The housing in New World is not as detailed and special as in FFXIV or ESO, but it offers smaller benefits for combat in dungeons and for luck in crafting due to the trophies.

The combat system is somewhat unconventional. New World relies on an action combat system where you must target enemies and dodge attacks. However, each weapon only has three abilities and comes with long attack animations. With the Aeternum launch this year, the fights feel more action-packed than before.

How well does New World play on console? New World is wonderfully controlled with the consoles’ controllers. The low number of skills combined with the action-oriented approach is perfect for the analog sticks and action buttons.

The performance on consoles is also really good. On PS5, there are no noticeable stutters or drops in frames per second. You can choose between graphics and performance mode. The latter option allows New World to maintain a constant 60 FPS in beta.

Crossplay is enabled on the only EU server currently available. This means you will be playing together with the PC community. A dedicated PlayStation server is now only available for the US East region.

Who is New World interesting for? New World is a western MMORPG that takes some unusual paths. You must have a knack for grind, the weapons and combat system, and collaborating with other players to have fun.

But then it offers enough tasks with the combat system, the mutations, and the wars for territories to log in every day for weeks. Continuous improvements also come, such as to the story or through new content.

For solo players, the crafting system has a lot of depth, as you can usually farm the materials yourself and thus create the best gear in the game and even sell it in the trading post. Visiting dungeons is not strictly necessary, but it accelerates all processes.

Thanks to the Aeternum version and Season 10 content, New World has been more fun than ever for some time now. It’s also great that the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion is now available to all owners of the main game on PC, and that you can play New World via PS Plus. Not so great: there are no plans for further content, New World is in maintenance mode and is set to go offline sometime after 2026.

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New co-op game on Steam looks like a mix of Helldivers and Satisfactory, players ask: “Where do I sign?”

On Steam a new coop game starts today. It looks like someone has let the bugs out of Helldivers into Satisfactory.

Which game is being talked about? The game in question is StarRupture: A survival coop game by developer Creepy Jar, the creators of Green Hell. The game launches in Early Access on January 6, 2026, on Steam. A regular release is set to follow in about a year.

StarRupture takes place in a sci-fi world with a satirical undertone. The Claywood Corporation is so kind as to let you serve your life sentence on an alien planet. There, you will exploit, process, and send local resources to the corporation.

The humor of the game is also highlighted in the latest trailer. In this “special message,” the Claywood Corporation addresses its “employees”:

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StarRupture: Trailer for the co-op mix of Helldivers and Satisfactory on Steam

Satisfactory with Swarms of Bugs like in Helldivers

Like a mix of Helldivers and Satisfactory: So far, this all sounds very much like Satisfactory – albeit with less slapstick humor, based on the trailer. There is a significant difference, however, which gives the game its Helldivers DNA.

In StarRapture, your factory is repeatedly threatened, including by nasty alien bugs. These resemble the bugs from Helldivers and attack your factory in hordes to gnaw on the technology. Then it’s time to grab your weapons and play exterminator. There are also natural disasters like massive fire storms.

This is how players react: The trailers make the game already look good, and the demo has generated excitement among some players. A user comments under the trailer on YouTube: “I played the demo and I can’t wait to play this game on release.”

The humor is also received well. When the Claywood Corporation promotes the “benefits” of the planet, GDPDuncan immediately responds on YouTube: “You had me at ‘Affordable housing’. Where do I sign?” Meanwhile, RhoDawg51817 is amazed by the beauty of the planet: “Sign me up! Looks like a permanent vacation!”

Starting at 3 PM CET: Then you can buy and download StarRupture on Steam. There is also a small discount at launch; the game will cost only €15.99. After this promotion ends, StarRupture will return to its regular price of €19.99.

A game that will soon leave Early Access on Steam is Project: Gorgon. This MMORPG is one of the best-rated on the platform, although it has relatively few players. You can read more about it in our article on MeinMMO: One of the best-rated MMORPGs on Steam is hardly known and will soon leave Early Access

 

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A robot will cook and do laundry for you in the future – as long as you don’t have stairs

At the CES 2026 technology fair in Las Vegas, LG unveiled a household robot designed to take over your everyday tasks at home – but it is only truly operational in barrier-free apartments.

What is LG’s CLOiD household robot and how does it work? With the CLOiD Home Robot, LG presents an AI-driven household robot that is part of the vision “Zero Labor Home”, meaning a home without tedious everyday chores.

The new robot combines AI, visual recognition, and smart cloud integration to take over typical daily tasks such as cooking, preparing breakfast, loading the washing machine, or hanging and folding laundry (via LG Newsroom).

The predecessor model was primarily designed for service tasks, such as delivering and clearing dishes (via LG GLOBAL).

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In the fair demonstrations, CLOiD explained and showed how the helper can, for example, place croissants in the oven, load laundry into the machine, or bring a water bottle – although very slowly and still quite experimental (via The Verge).

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The hardware is based on a torso with two arms (with seven joint-like movement mechanisms) and 5-fingered hands that can perform movements roughly equivalent to those of human arms, plus an autonomous chassis for navigation in the living space (via LG Newsroom).

The Stairs as a Final Boss

Why does the robot currently only work for ground-level households? CLOiD is designed for flatness and open spaces: A barrier-free apartment without obstacles is a prerequisite because the robot currently cannot climb stairs and relies on assisted navigation in everyday life (via Forbes).

Ultimately, the small robot is also just a head, a body, two arms, and of course wheels. The latter currently prevent overcoming higher thresholds and stairs.

Additionally, the focus is primarily on everyday routine tasks in the smart home of a dedicated space. Developer LG shows scenarios in which CLOiD coordinates tasks throughout the day: It starts the washing machine, folds laundry after drying, and can even communicate with smart household appliances to autonomously coordinate processes in a timely manner.

It remains questionable how helpful this truly is given the current speed of the helper.

How realistic are robots in our household? In addition to LG, other companies are also working on household robots – for example, the Norwegian start-up 1X Technologies, which is financially supported by OpenAI (1x Technologies).

Their humanoid robot “NEO” is said to take on tasks such as tidying up or folding laundry, but at around 20,000 USD, it is currently far from being a true everyday helper. How large the gap between promises and reality is, and how many empty promises exist in today’s household robotics, was recently highlighted by content creator Dany Gonzalez.

Nevertheless, tech companies are pushing development forward and working on smart machines that are supposed to relieve us in everyday life. LG’s ClOiD currently has neither a price nor a release date. By the way, how quickly something harmless can turn into something creepy, is clearly illustrated by another example: AI teddy bear aims to be the “perfect friend” for children, becomes a nightmare for parents

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Players of ARC Raiders have a problem with matchmaking: their friends

The matchmaking of ARC Raiders is keeping the community busy, as players suffer from their trigger-happy friends.

What is special about the matchmaking in ARC Raiders? Patrick Söderlund, one of the founders and current CEO of Embark Studios (ARC Raiders, The Finals), talked about the matchmaking of the extraction shooter in an interview with GamesBeat.

Söderlund confirmed what many players had long suspected: There is “aggression-based matchmaking” in ARC Raiders. He explained that if players prefer PvE, they will be matched with equally peaceful players in a lobby. Players who engage in PvP frequently will consequently meet other PvP fans.

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Trigger-happy friends ruin solo matchmaking

What is the problem for the players? In a post on Reddit, a player reported that he ended up in aggressive lobbies during solo rounds after playing with trigger-happy friends. While he cannot prove this definitively, and there are currently no precise details from the developers regarding matchmaking, various users in the comments share this observation.

The problem for them now is that the measured aggression for solo and trio matches seems to be the same. Therefore, if a raider has trigger-happy friends, he will also end up in aggressive lobbies during his solo rounds.

The Reddit user hopes that the measured aggression will eventually be differentiated between played solo and trio rounds. The post received nearly 7,500 upvotes within 24 hours. Many comments agree with him.

There was a question of whether there are even peaceful trio lobbies. Some raiders argue that they themselves play much more cautiously in solo rounds, while they embrace PvP in trios. One user writes, for example: “I generally play much more passively and even occasionally rescue other raiders in solos. However, in trios, I enjoy PvP, and the sheer amount of it is great for getting better.”

What can you do if your friends are trigger-happy? Part of the community reports that there is a way back to peaceful lobbies. The most effective way is to play some raids without shooting at a single other player – not even for self-defense if necessary.

The users recommend playing naked or with a free loadout if you want to at least defend yourself against the ARCs. This way, you won’t lose any equipment on your way to peaceful lobbies.

However, CEO Patrick Söderlund did not only talk about matchmaking in the interview. It was also about the game’s release and looking at the competition. He said: The developers of ARC Raiders were so convinced that they didn’t care about Battlefield 6 – but one game scared them

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“Jaw on the Floor” – Because fans were so disappointed with One-Punch Man, they’re now just doing it themselves on YouTube

The 3rd season of the anime of One-Punch Man was not well received by fans. Now, an artist has attempted to recreate a scene from the manga – showing how good the series could be.

What criticism is there? Even beforehand, the director of season 3 lowered expectations and stated that the continuation would not be as good as in season 1. Due to the change of studios and directors, the quality of the animations declined so much that even season 2 suffered a bad reputation.

A legendary animator has meanwhile defended the work of the animators. He warned that if the criticism continues, the animators might leave the industry. However, for fans, season 3 is already a lost cause: On IMDb, the episodes of the season range from 1.5 to 6.4/10 stars.

Some artistically inclined viewers took the effort to create a short film that shows a scene from the One-Punch Man manga. This scene has not yet been seen in the anime itself. However, it already demonstrates how brilliantly the depicted fight could be animated.

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Fans of One-Punch Man turn scene into visual spectacle

What is this video about? In the 14-minute video, the fight between Saitama and Cosmic Garou can be seen. For spoiler reasons, we won’t go further into the fight, but let’s just say: It’s likely to be very effect-heavy and spans multiple horizontal planes.

The creator of the video is OMARU Animations. Several artists and even English-speaking voice actors contributed to this project. The fight is adapted from still images of the manga, so it is not completely original content.

However, the video illustrates how impressive the animations could be if more frames per second and effects were utilized. You can watch the fight with a visual fireworks display on YouTube:

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What do fans say about it? In the comments section below the YouTube video, there is a storm of donations. Many users cannot believe that they watched the video for free, donating amounts of up to 100 euros. Some write that fans deserved such animations, referring to the quality of season 3.

User alejandrocastro2684 writes, for example, how much the anime means to him and thanks the creators of the video from the bottom of his heart – along with a small donation. Every second of the video shows how much passion and love for One-Punch Man is invested in it.

Also on X, the video is causing a stir. One user literally dropped his jaw to the floor because the animations are so good. 

And the suffering of the fans has not yet ended: The team behind the anime announced that season 3 will even get a second part. However, the teaser image has already stirred excitement among the viewers: The anime of One-Punch Man has “bad” news for all fans: season 3 gets a second part

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Twitch streamer follows in the footsteps of Los Ratones in LoL, becomes professional in Regional League – But he is actually only Platinum

Twitch streamers trying out in a professional league in League of Legends seem to be increasing. After Los Ratones and the German streamer NoWay, a new player follows in their footsteps and is entering a regional league.

Which streamer is it? Sebastian Fors, better known as Forsen, is a Swedish Twitch streamer who has previously gained competitive experience in Starcraft 2 and Hearthstone.

As it has now become known, he will also face professional League of Legends in the upcoming Winter Split of the NLC. The NLC is a LoL league for Northern Europe. He will play in the new team 4 SWINES & A BUM. Although he does not have a high rank, his team consists of good players.

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An unusual jungler, a better team

Who is playing with him? Forsen himself is an unusual player when looking at his rank. On his EUW account (via op.gg) he currently only has the rank Platinum 3 in Solo/Duo with 513 matches (as of 06.01.2026). On his NA account (via op.gg) he is currently at least Emerald 1, although it should be noted that he has only played 58 matches (as of: 06.01.2026).

These are not low ranks; after all, only 9.5% of players are Emerald, but for a professional player, they are still quite low. Many pros are rather Master (0.52%), Grandmaster (0.018%), and Challenger (0.0076%) (via leagueofgraphs.com). His team looks significantly better:

  • Maksymilian Drututt Przychodzień is the top laner. He does not have much competitive experience but played, for example, at the NNO Cup 2 times. Drututt has, however, become a multiple Challenger, especially with off-meta champions.
  • Eugene Pobelter Park is the mid laner. He has been involved in e-sports since 2011 and has only played in the North American region. He has played for teams such as FlyQuest (between 2018 and 2019) and Team Liquid (2017 to 2018).
  • Jakob Jackspektra Gullvag Kepple plays on the bot lane. He has been playing in Europe since 2019 and is considered a strong ADC, who also worked as an analyst for the LEC in 2025.
  • Marius Veigar v2 Aune is the supporter. He was the coach of Cloud9 and currently has 1001 LP in Grandmaster (via op.gg). As Sheep Esports reports, Veigar v2 is, however, a controversial person who was fired by Fnatic in 2020 for toxic behavior.

What does his team think of his low rank? About his Platinum jungler, Drututt said only: He said that jungle is the easiest role in competition since he only has to clear camps […] Forsen is our captain. The NLC changed the rules so he could play.

What exactly is meant by the rule change is unclear. According to the official ERL Rulebook for 2026, every player of a team must have a rank peak of at least Diamond 3 in the last 3 splits. Since Forsen reached a maximum of only Platinum 2 on his EUW account in the last season, he shouldn’t be able to participate. Whether he needs to achieve a higher rank before the league starts, or what rule change has been established is still unclear.

Not an impossible team

Can the team keep up at all? Even though 4 SWINES & A BUM looks weaker on paper than other teams, there is definitely potential to keep up. Los Ratones has already shown that one can win thanks to the Fearless Draft with unusual champions.

The players in 4 SWINES & A BUM are also quite unusual and have previously relied on off-meta champions. How exactly the team will perform can be seen starting January 8, 2026, when the Winter Split 2026 of the NLC begins. In 2023, Forsen already clashed with a big streamer, but in Minecraft: “You have to sell your soul” – Twitch streamer explains why the big xQc can’t keep up with him

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A star from Game of Thrones talks about her return to the series, sets clear condition: “Show me the money”

The original series of Game of Thrones is now legendary, as is its ending, which many fans and actors were not satisfied with. One actress, however, thinks differently and could even imagine a return under certain circumstances.

What are the plans for Game of Thrones? Fans of Westeros have received the prequel series House of the Dragon since the end of Game of Thrones, and on January 19, 2026, the next production will start: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, which is a spin-off and tells its own story.

Besides that, writer George R.R. Martin recently revealed to Collider that several projects related to Game of Thrones are in the works at HBO. Specifically, he mentioned “five or six” pieces. Most are prequels, taking place before the events of the original series, but direct sequels would also be included.

This raises the question of whether some of the original characters will return and whether their actors would be willing to make another appearance. Sophie Turner, who portrayed Sansa Stark at the time, has a clear opinion on this.

The new spin-off series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms must do without Sansa Stark but shines with its own characters – on MeinMMO you can read all the information about it.

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms shows in the final trailer that one can expect more humor than in Game of Thrones

Two aspects must be right

What does Sophie Turner say? In an interview with The Direct, the actress was asked how interested she would be in returning to Game of Thrones. In a sequel that takes place after the events of the main series, that would certainly be possible.

Without spoiling Sansa’s fate at the end of Game of Thrones – the character is in a good position to appear again. Sophie Turner’s first reaction to this question is likely to be understood with a wink: “Show me the money,” she replies, laughing. She then elaborates on her thoughts about a return:


I think it would be difficult but also great to return there. But I am very satisfied with how Sansa ended her story in “Game of Thrones”, and no one else was really happy with their ending. I feel like I got a good ending, and therefore I don’t know if I could return.

Sophie Turner

In fact, not only were many fans dissatisfied with the ending of Game of Thrones, but also some of the actors were The Tab reports, quite unhappy with the fate of their character.

In this regard, Turner thinks differently, but she knows that a return would come with certain risks:

Maybe it would be a great joy, or maybe it would be an attempt to hold on to something that was once magical but cannot be restored. I would need to see a script.

Sophie Turner

For every successful series begins with the script, the story, the characters, and their dialogues. This aspect ultimately displeased many fans with the finale and soured the ending of Game of Thrones for them.

How exactly HBO’s plans for the franchise look is currently unknown. Fans can, however, look forward to what happens next after the upcoming spin-off. Are you at all interested in much more Game of Thrones? You can read more about it on MeinMMO: A man who is only mentioned twice in Game of Thrones is now getting his own series

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One of the best-rated MMORPGs on Steam is little known, soon leaving Early Access

Although Project: Gorgon has been in Early Access for over 7 years on Steam and is one of the highest-rated MMORPGs on the platform, it only attracts a few players. Perhaps the upcoming release can change that.

What kind of MMORPG is this? Project: Gorgon is an indie MMORPG from the studio Elder Game, aiming to take you back to the times of EverQuest 1 and Asheron’s Call. The immersive experience in the world is at the forefront. There is no fixed class system. Instead, you decide which skills to learn, combine, and master.

Utilize alchemy for massive explosions or create a golem companion. Tame animals, train them, breed them, and use them in combat or sell them. Master necromancy and summon an army of the dead. Or find out how you can make life difficult for your opponents even as a transformed cow.

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Project: Gorgon – Steam Release Trailer

“Offers everything I have missed in other games”

What else sets Project: Gorgon apart? The MMORPG also gives you a lot of freedom when exploring the world. For example, you can write your own texts or even entire books and present them to other players in the world – for instance, to make a name for yourself as a poet or author.

All items you sell to NPC merchants remain there, allowing other players to buy them. Those who turn their good items into gold in the starting area can easily support passing newcomers.

Although Project: Gorgon seems technically outdated and out of time, the MMORPG has always received very positive reviews for its Early Access version on Steam. Specifically, 86 percent of the 2,462 ratings so far are positive. This has secured a top spot in our ranking of the highest-rated MMORPGs on Steam (currently: 4th place) for years.

  • Gerugon has almost 400 hours logged and celebrates on Steam: “Yes, it’s not graphically stunning, but it reminds me of the online games of the 90s and has a great atmosphere. […] Overall, I can only recommend the game so far, especially for people who don’t follow the mainstream.”
  • Rei Ayanami praises on Steam after almost 170 hours: “The game has special features that are rare in MMOs. I think the game is very good. It cannot be denied that it needs some polishing. Nevertheless, I enjoy it more than modern MMOs, where everything has to be ‘quick and fast.'”
  • jujan goes even further in his review on Steam after 150 hours: “I’ll keep it brief, it’s the best MMORPG I have ever played. It offers everything I have missed in other games. I’ve been searching for a game like this for years.”

The small number of reviews and the statistics on steamdb.info show, however, that hardly anyone has tried Project: Gorgon so far. Fewer than 300 people are online at the same time on the servers. At its peak over 7 years ago, there were only 677.

Perhaps that will change when the game leaves Early Access on January 28, 2026, and celebrates its final release. The developers announced the date on Steam. Whether the current purchase price of 24.50 Euros will increase, as hinted in the FAQ from Early Access, is unclear.

In addition to Project: Gorgon, many other multiplayer games are also celebrating their release in 2026. We have compiled an overview of all known releases so far. Whether coop, competitive, MMO, or MMORPG, you will find what you’re looking for here: New MMOs and multiplayer games 2026: Look forward to these releases

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New event in Pokémon GO sounds like a lot of running, but brings new Pokémon

In Pokémon GO the “High Zaptitude” event is starting soon. The new bird Voltrel will be there, but not from the beginning.

When does High Zaptitude start? High Zaptitude is scheduled for January 13th at 10:00 AM. It ends on January 18th at 8:00 PM.

What is the highlight? The event essentially brings two highlights that you should take advantage of.

  • On one hand, Blipp will appear with an increased chance of being shiny when you hatch it.
  • On the other hand, Voltrel makes its debut in Pokémon GO – but only after completing a global challenge.

In addition, there will be some more content. We summarize it for you here.

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Pokémon GO shows its new season in the trailer

An event for runners, but with exciting rewards

Overall, High Zaptitude seems to be an event where you are expected to collect a lot of kilometers.

  • The global challenge revolves around completing “exploration tasks” together with all trainers in the world. The exploration missions in Pokémon GO usually mean walking kilometers.
  • The challenge has three stages that must be completed.
    • Stage 1 brings double catch XP
    • Stage 2 brings the debut of Voltrel, which then appears in the wild and in field research
    • Stage 3 brings double hatch XP and double hatch Stardust
  • Furthermore, another focus of the event is on eggs. You can hatch them to get exciting Pokémon.

In 2 km eggs, you can hatch Pichu, Elekid, Toxel, and Blipp – all of which can also be shiny. Especially Toxel and Blipp are interesting. Toxel simply because it is still a comparatively new Pokémon. And Blipp because it brings the increased shiny chance when hatching.

Otherwise, the event also offers electric Pokémon in the wild. Lampi, Eguana, Blipp, and Sheinux are on the move and can also be caught as shiny.

Lastly, the shop will also offer a paid, limited-time research. It is expected to cost $1.99 (comparable in euros) and includes items like incubators and half the hatch distance for eggs.

What’s next in Pokémon GO? January is running in Pokémon GO. And even though it is cold outside, there are one or two dates that make a Pokémon GO walk worthwhile. The new electric event with shiny Blipp and Voltrel is likely to be one of them, but there are also others on the calendar. You can read about them here: All events in January 2026 in Pokémon GO.

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A new machine is so powerful that it can ‘compress time’, producing 1,900 times the Earth’s gravity

China has introduced the world’s most powerful centrifuge, the CHIEF1900, at the end of 2025. The machine generates up to 1,900 times the Earth’s gravity and is expected to allow researchers to simulate extreme physical conditions and disasters.

What exactly is the CHIEF1900? The CHIEF1900 centrifuge, developed by the Shanghai Electric Nuclear Power Group, is part of a comprehensive national research project and has been installed in a 15-meter-deep underground laboratory. It can generate forces equivalent to 1,900 times the Earth’s gravity (Xataka).

Thus, it surpasses all previous centrifuges – including the predecessor model CHIEF1300 and comparable research facilities from the United States (South China Morning Post).

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The machine allows for a so-called “hypergravity,” where gravity-related processes can be studied in a highly accelerated time frame.

By the way, the name CHIEF is derived from the initial letters of the research institution Centrifugal Hypergravity and Interdisciplinary Experimental Facility (German: Zentrifugale Hypergravitation und interdisziplinäre Versuchsanlage).

The Shift of Time

How can a machine influence time and space? Generally, the centrifuge does not literally compress space and time. It means that processes that would take years or centuries in nature can be simulated in the laboratory within a few hours.

The main area of application is the simulation of extreme scenarios and the verification of structures. For example, a three-meter high dam model can rotate at 100g to generate the forces that act on a 300-meter high dam in reality. Risks such as dam failures or earthquake damage can be analyzed in advance (via winfuture).

Who is allowed to research with the machine? Although the CHIEF1900 was developed in China, the research facility is not only accessible to Chinese scientists. According to official information, the laboratory is also open for international research collaborations. With a budget of about 285 million USD, the facility is among the most modern of its kind worldwide (via Techspot).

The CHIEF1900 is used in several disciplines: In materials research, for example, construction materials are tested under extreme stress, in geoscience the facility simulates the spread of pollutants in the soil, and in biology it examines how cells and organisms respond to increased gravity — with a view to possible living conditions on other planets.

With the CHIEF1900 centrifuge, China underscores its claim to play a leading role in international natural science. In addition to immense research investments and ambitions, China is also working on the transformation of transport and urban planning of metropolises: Metro stations are being built in China before the city is even constructed.

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