Fortnite: New Battle Pass of Chapter 4 Season 5 – All Skins, Pickaxes and Levels

A new Battle Pass has been released with Season 5 – Chapter 4 in Fortnite Here you will find all the skins, emotes, harvesting tools, and content that you can get in the new Battle Pass.

This is happening right now in Chapter 4 Season 5: Chapter 4 Season 5 has begun in Fortnite. In addition to a new map, there was also a trailer for gameplay content and skins, which can be unlocked during the seasons.

If you want to see the patch notes for the new Season 5, we have summarized the most important points for you: Fortnite: Patch Notes for Update 27.00 for Chapter 4 Season 5

Structure of the Battle Pass: As usual, the Battle Pass costs 950 V-Bucks. The pass for the new Season 5 of Chapter 4 will have the same star system as in Chapter 3 before. You have the option to unlock your rewards with stars.

Can I immediately get the last skin of the Battle Pass? No, Fortnite ensures that you must first reach a specified level before you can unlock a collection of rewards.

  • If you want to buy a loading screen on page 3, you must first reach level 11.
  • If you like the skin on page 5, you first need to reach level 26.
  • If the pickaxe on page 6 is exactly what you need, Fortnite first wants you to reach level 29.

This continues to page 7 this time. The old system from Chapter 3 has been retired. Now you no longer have to unlock a number of pages before you obtain your desired item.

You can watch the gameplay trailer we have embedded for you here:

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Fortnite: Gameplay Trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 – Back to OG

All Rewards of the Battle Pass in Chapter 4 Season 5

Is there finally a secret skin? Not this time, the additional skin in the Battle Pass does not exist, as the Battle Pass is too small.

All Content in the Battle Pass of Season 5

This overview shows you all the items that you can unlock in the new Battle Pass. 

Battle Pass – Page 1

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Requirements: Available with Battle Pass from the beginning

Content: 

  • Spectra Knight – first skin 
  • “Loading screen Spectra Knight” (3 stars)
  • “Back accessory Spectraschutz” (5 stars) 
  • Contrail “Fragment Crash” (4 stars)
  • Spray “Knight Honor” (2 stars)
  • “Harvesting tool Spectra Cutter” (6 stars)
  • Paint “Spectra Kinetic” (4 stars)
  • Emote “Radical Reflection” (7 stars)

Battle Pass – Page 2

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Requirements: Reach level 5 and level 8 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • Loading screen “Lil’ Split” (3 stars)
  • Music “Welcome to the Ultimate Split” (3 stars) 
  • Harvesting tool “Banana Smasher” (6 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • Back accessory “Shali-Whip” (5 stars) 
  • Glider “Ice Cup Glider” (5 stars)
  • Skin Lil’ Split (9 stars) 

Battle Pass – Page 3

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Requirements: Reach level 11 and level 14 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • Loading screen “Lil’ Split (Matcha)” (3 stars)
  • Harvesting tool Style “Banana Smasher” (6 stars)
  • “Back accessory Style Shali-Whip” (5 stars) 
  • Glider Style “Ice Cup Glider” (5 stars)
  • “Contrail Dessert Diving” (4 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • “Skin Style Lil’ Split (Matcha) + (Caramel Sauce)” (9 stars)

Battle Pass – Page 4

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Requirements: Reach level 18 and level 22 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • Loading screen “Marauder Lynx” (3 stars)
  • Back accessory “Mean Master Cat” (5 stars) 
  • Banner Icon (2 stars)
  • “Glider Journey Glider of the Marauder” (5 stars)
  • “Paint Marauder Pattern” (4 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • Skin Marauder Lynx (9 stars) 

Battle Pass – Page 5

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Requirements: Reach level 26 and level 30 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • “Loading screen Marauder Lynx (Dark Storm)” (3 stars)
  • “Emoticon Heart Eyes of the Marauder” (3 stars)
  • “Glider Style Journey Glider of the Marauder” (5 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • “Emote Dazed Dab” (7 stars)
  • “Harvesting tool Style Scratch Trail-Cutter” (6 stars)
  • “Skin Style Marauder Lynx Dark Storm” (9 stars)

Battle Pass – Page 6

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Requirements: Reach level 34 and level 38 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • “Loading screen Omega Hulk” (3 stars)
  • Paint “Last Harbinger” (4 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • Emote “Longship Junior” (7 stars)
  • “Back accessory Apocalypse Veil” (5 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • Skin Omega Hulk (9 stars) 

Battle Pass – Page 7

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Requirements: Reach level 42 and level 46 in the Battle Pass

Content: 

  • “Loading screen Omega Hulk in Harbinger Armor” (3 stars)
  • Harvesting tool “Winter Assault” (6 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • “Contrail Ragna-Rage” (4 stars)
  • Glider “Frostbrand” (5 stars)
  • 100 V-Bucks (5 stars)
  • Skin Style Omega Hulk “Harbinger Armor” (9 stars)

In addition to the Battle Pass pages, there will also be bonus rewards that you can unlock at higher levels. The Battle Pass thus offers a lot of new content to earn.

So, what do you think of the new pass from Chapter 4 Season 5? Do you find the skins and styles original, or is there nothing for you in this season? Let us know! MeinMMO author Christos is angry about the new Battle Pass, and there’s a good reason for that: Hey Epic – Is the price for the new Battle Pass in Fortnite serious?

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Fortnite: Server Down for Chapter 4 Season 5 – OG has started

In Fortnite the servers will go down on all platforms (PC, Mac, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, Android) today, November 3rd. The maintenance will be used to upload Update 27.00 to the servers.

Friday, 03.11.2023

3:40 PM

So far, the servers are running without any issues. It may be possible that you are put in a queue, but that is the only issue. We are signing off for today and wish you a pleasant day in Fortnite OG!

2:00 PM

We will keep an eye on the servers for one more hour; if something happens and the servers crash, you will, of course, hear about it from us!

1:50 PM

The servers are now active for everyone. You can log in and get started. Have fun on the OG island!

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1:20 PM

If you have convinced old friends to jump back into Fortnite, then start the Reboot Rally together. With this, you earn free items just by playing together. The event starts after the downtime.

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12:55 PM

Leakers already have access to the shop and can see what it looks like in Season 5. You can expect the following items:

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12:30 PM

The queue is getting longer, and players are already experiencing a 9-minute wait. Epic Games hasn’t commented on the start yet. We will keep checking.

11:54 AM

Fortnite keeps pushing players further into the queue, and when they finally get in, they encounter the server error again. Stay tuned; it should start soon. Until then, leakers believe that the Visitor’s rocket is connected to the event timer:

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11:03 AM

Epic Games has now activated the queues. It’s just a matter of time until you can log in. We tried to log in, but the servers still do not respond.

10:56 AM

Almost an hour after the download, the error message “Servers are not responding” still appears, and Epic Games has not given a specific time for when the servers will be back online.

10:20 AM

Although the servers still cannot be reached, there are leakers who are already enjoying the new map. They celebrate the old POIs and note that Epic Games hasn’t changed much – just as it should be.

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10:01 AM

Shiina, a well-known leaker in the Fortnite scene, has already summarized all the new skins of the current update in a video. Here is the showcase:

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10:00 AM

While you wait for your download, we have compiled all the patch notes for you in overview. Here is the overview:

9:51 AM

The download is complete on our end, but when we try to log in, we receive the message “Servers are not responding”. It’s still unclear when Epic will open the gates to Chapter 1.

9:37 AM

Raven-Bear (placeholder name) is set to appear in the OG shop. Many fans thought this was the 5th skin of the Battle Pass, but this is not the case. According to leakers, this skin will only appear temporarily in the shop; if you miss it, you will never get the chance to snag it again.

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9:26 AM

A new skin from Stranger Things is set to appear in the shop. Accordingly, players report that old skins from the brand will also be found in the shop again:

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9:14 AM

The update is now available for download on the PS5. You need to download a record-breaking 10.431 GB. The GB count may vary depending on the platform.

9:00 AM

Epic Games now also confirms that the Battle Pass is supposed to entertain you for 4 weeks. After that, Season 5 ends. This is indeed the shortest season of Fortnite so far. (via fortnite.com)

8:53 AM

The new update is supposed to bring back old weapons from OG times, including the pump shotgun, the assault rifle, and even traps. Vehicles have made it to the list:

8:50 AM

While you wait for the update, we have listed some patch notes for you so you know what to expect in Season 5. Here is the list:

8:30 AM

The update still hasn’t been released for the PS5. If you’re wondering when the season starts, we expect it to be between 12 – 2 PM. It depends on when the updates are rolled out across all platforms and when the queues are finished.

8:20 AM

Epic Games has released a lot of information regarding Chapter 4 Season 5, including how much the upcoming Battle Pass is supposed to cost. Those who expected a lower price because the Battle Pass offers fewer skins will be disappointed. The price remains at 950 V-Bucks, despite fewer items and skins (via fortnite.com).

8:18 AM

So far, there is no trace of the update. It may be that this will not be released for a few more hours. If you missed the trailer, we will embed it here:

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Fortnite: Gameplay Trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 – Back to OG

8:00 AM

The servers have been taken down. The update should follow shortly.

7:50 AM

Good morning OG players and newcomers, and welcome to our live ticker. The server down starts at 8:00 AM German time. The player search is already disabled. During the downtime, we will provide you with important information, leaks and topics from the community regarding the new update.

What is happening today in Fortnite? Today marks the start of Chapter 4 Season 5. A new season with fresh skins, weapons, maps, and much more. As in the past, updates for new seasons tend to be larger than patches in the seasons. So be prepared for a large download and possible queues.

Would you like to watch the trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 again? Then here is the right video:

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Fortnite: Gameplay Trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 – Back to OG

Fortnite: Server Down – When and how long are they offline?

Here is the downtime in the morning: According to Epic Games, the servers are expected to be taken down at 8:00 AM German time. Matchmaking will already be disabled 30 minutes prior, so you won’t be able to search for new rounds after 7:30 AM.

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When can you play again? This is a major update. It is therefore likely that Epic Games may bring the servers back online at 11:00 AM or even at 1:00 PM. However, this is not confirmed.

When will the patch notes come out? Epic Games usually publishes a list of patch notes on their page after the update. If this happens, we will list them here clearly and concisely.

What content might be included with Update 27.00?

Epic Games reveals hardly any new information about upcoming content before a new update. However, trusted leakers like Shiina have been keeping an eye on the data hidden from ordinary users for a long time and have a rough idea of what you can expect this time. You can expect the following things:

  • New skins for the Battle Pass
    • Remix Knight
    • Remix Ragnarok
    • Remix Renegade Raider
    • Remix Peely
  • New/Old Map
  • New/Old Weapons
    • Pump shotgun from Chapter 1
    • SCAR
    • Hunting rifle from Chapter 1
    • Desert Eagle
    • and many more from Chapter 1
  • New/Old Vehicles
    • Shopping carts
    • Golf carts
    • Ballers
    • and many more from Chapter 1

With this update, a new theme will emerge for players to engage with. You will travel back in time and visit the old map of Chapter 1. It remains exciting what else Epic Games has planned for Season 5. Are you ready to unleash your mischievous side? Let us know!

Fortnite brings what might be the shortest season ever – smaller Battle Pass and a big live event

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EA FC 24: With a simple trick you will definitely score more free kicks

In EA FC 24 free kicks can be a viable way to score goals. We show you what to look out for with set pieces to increase your success rate.

Which free kicks are we talking about? The focus is primarily on the set pieces that you are awarded relatively centrally in front of the opponent’s penalty area. With our tips, you can score from both 18 m and 30 m away from the goal.

Below, we reveal how free kicks work in EA FC 24 and what adjustments you should make to take the most dangerous set pieces.

Free kick animation in EA FC 24

Free Kicks in EA FC 24: What You Need to Know

What matters with free kicks? Several factors play a key role in a successful free kick. In addition to the alignment of the trajectory before the free kick and loading the shot power just before the run-up, it’s mainly the spin that gives the stationary ball the necessary kick.

First, we explain how free kicks generally work, how you can give your shots spin, and which spin is particularly effective in EA FC 24.

How do free kicks work in EA FC 24? The animation for free kicks has mostly remained the same compared to FIFA 23. After a free kick is called for your team, the camera angle changes so that you view your set piece taker from behind, provided you are within range for a direct attempt.

A line appears above the ball, which allows you to indicate the approximate direction of the free kick by positioning it with the left analog stick. This direction line extends a bit further for players with the playstyle “Stationary Ball”. Generally, it is advisable to have at least one player with this playstyle in your team, as these players take their free kicks with more speed, accuracy, and spin.

Speaking of playstyles: They play a significant role not only in free kicks. We introduce you to the most important playstyles.

And since we just mentioned the spin, we will now reveal how you can give your free kicks the necessary spin.

Free Kicks in EA FC 24: How to Give Your Shots the Necessary Spin

In addition to the direction line above the ball, a square appears in the lower center of the screen with a smaller square cursor (see image). This smaller square helps you determine which side of the foot you will use to take the free kick (inside or outside), as well as which spin (top or back-spin) you will give the ball.

Top and Back-Spin: The upper area of the large square indicates that you want to hit the ball high, causing it to travel towards the goal with top spin. In-game, this area is referred to as a low shot. Low strikes can indeed be charged with a lot of shot power and remain low over the grass edge, but they have a lower success rate and are, in our opinion, not recommended.

The lower area of the large square is interesting. This is where your struck balls are given back-spin, allowing them to fly over the wall in a high arc. However, the flight curve drops steeply due to the spin just before the ball reaches the goal. Thus, with the correct execution, the ball falls into the goal at the last moment.

Inside and Outside: Additionally, you can impart lateral spin to the ball using the inside or outside of your foot. Here again, the positioning of the cursor before the free kick is crucial.

An example: Right-footed players strike the ball with the inside of their foot when they hit it on the right side. Consequently, you need to position the cursor on the right side of the square. If you move your cursor to the left sector of the square, your right foot will shoot the ball with the outside of the foot.

For left-footed players, it is the other way around.

The lateral spin through the inside or outside foot plays only a secondary role for our promising variant. What matters is that you give your free kick the perfect back-spin and sufficient shot power. How to do that, you can read below.

To get into such promising positions, you need an idea of how to combine through to the opponent’s penalty area. Feel free to check out our tips for guaranteed more goals in EA FC 24.

Guaranteed Free Kick Goals through Back-Spin and High Shot Power

How to Take the Best Free Kicks in EA FC 24: The theory is followed by practice. You take the best free kicks in EA FC 24 by giving the ball back-spin and sufficient shot power.

1. For the perfect spin, you can orient yourself by the lower corner markings of the large square. The bottom side of your cursor should be level with the top end of the marking. In the image below, you can see where your spin cursor should be positioned so that the free kicks receive a dangerous spin. After you have positioned your cursor as shown in the lower area, you should also position it as centrally as possible to achieve only a slight lateral spin.

2. The game will automatically give your ball a slight spin. You can balance out this minimal curve by not aligning your direction line completely into the corner you wanted to shoot into, but rather slightly off; best between the two players standing inside the wall (see image). For an even higher success rate, you should ensure that your player curls the ball away from the goalkeeper; in this case with the outside of the foot.

3. Finally, all you need to do is charge your free kick with a shot power of three and a half bars, and you will see with what spin and power the ball flies towards the goal.

At first, you should initially stick with back-spin, as additional inside or outside foot spin requires a bit more experience and feel.

If you feel confident with our guidelines, you can gradually incorporate lateral spin to curl free kicks around opponents. You can practice different free kick situations in the Ultimate Team Moments mode to secure a few extra stars during training.

We can only recommend the training arena for practicing free kicks to a limited extent, as the shot display and execution of free kicks differ from the normal game. Aside from that, the training arena this year has a few useful additions to improve your gameplay . We show you how to use them correctly.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Speedrunner sets new record in Steam hit after being penalized by the community

The Youtube speedrunner Mae has already beaten his own speedrun record for the Steam hit Baldur’s Gate 3 once. After receiving great criticism from the community, he accepted the challenge and completed all three acts in 30 minutes.

Who is Mae? Mae is the name of the Youtube channel of a speedrunner. He continuously takes on the challenge of completing video games as quickly as possible. Mae started the channel with a so-called Any-% speedrun for Baldur’s Gate 3 in August and has since also tackled Starfield.

What is an Any-% speedrun

A regular speedrun involves playing a game from start to the official end – that is, 100% – completed.

For games like Baldur’s Gate 3, which have endless completion possibilities, so-called Any-% speedruns come into play. These are speedruns that have been completed after a non-specified percentage and do not reach the ending set by the developers.

What matters here is that the player sees the credits. Nothing more, nothing less.

We reported on Mae’s first speedrun record in August. For this, he had the character Gale blow himself up. The credits rolled after just 10:03 minutes:
Player finds secret ending in Baldur’s Gate 3, has to sacrifice the most popular character, but at least it’s fast

The Youtuber beat his own record in early September with a new Any%-run in under 5 minutes of gameplay:
World record: Speedrunner finishes Baldur’s Gate 3 in 4 minutes by putting Shadowheart in a box

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Middle finger to the AAA industry: Baldur’s Gate 3 was no coincidence

“I now know I was a false speedrunner …”

How did the community react? The community reacted generally positively, surprised, and euphoric. Many made jokes like you beat me by about 100 hours or Short video, no dialogue spoilers, underwear ending, that’s the perfect speedrun.

Unfortunately, Mae also received many negative comments, which he featured at the beginning of his new video:

  • Pretending to have defeated the game in Act 2 is dumb, you might as well just choose the ending with the thought-killer and finish in 50 seconds, it’s the same ending.
  • Can we ban this category? You can’t find real speedruns here, just this boring cheese

“… so I decided to beat the record for all acts by 12 minutes”

Warning Spoiler: Below you will read spoilers for all acts of Baldur’s Gate 3.

And what did Mae do with the feedback? The Youtuber took the comments as a challenge. After he once again beat his own 4-minute record with another Any-% speedrun on Youtube with 3:32, he set out to do a full speedrun with all three acts.

And Mae succeeded. The new speedrun record now belongs to him with 30:22 minutes – entirely without Gale and his explosion:

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To achieve this, Mae used some of his old tricks, but also some new ones. Here are a few examples:

  • The party mostly consisted of a self-designed Tav and Shadowheart.
  • The combination of the spells Featherfall and Enhance Leap was used again to jump faster over the map. For this, Shadowheart must kill Tav, otherwise the glitch doesn’t remain active.
  • In Act 2, Mae steals a potion with a mist cloud, thereby bypassing the fight against Balthazar and jumps to the end of Act 2.
  • Act-3 villain Orin disguises himself as a child. Mae triggers a scene with Shadowheart during this and prevents Orin from transforming back. This way, the party can simply steal Orin’s plot-relevant item.

The entire speedrun is a masterpiece of glitches, bugs, and effects utilized. Since Mae strictly follows the rule to play all three acts, this run should silence the critics once and for all.

Have you actually finished your first run of Baldur’s Gate 3 yet? Whether speed or normal. MyMMO editor-in-chief Leya Jankowski has already surpassed the 200 hours mark and the end is still not in sight:
I am still in my 1st playthrough of Baldur’s Gate 3 after 200 hours

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LoL: HandofBlood wants to become a champion, supposedly brings in a star who has played for the top team in the USA

The YouTuber HandofBlood continues to work on assembling a team at Eintracht Spandau that can become champions in the German Prime League in League of Legends. For 2024, he could be helped by the long-time professional Tristan “PowerOfEvil” Schrage. He has many years of professional experience and was even contracted by the largest team in the USA, TSM.

How’s it going with HandofBlood and Eintracht?

  • It usually goes pretty well, but when it comes to titles and trophies, the “silverware for the trophy cabinet”, the Berlin team tends to lose. Much to the annoyance of HandofBlood and his men.
  • Eintracht has now clearly lost the cup final against Unicorns of Love – Sexy Edition with 0-3 and it’s back to a bad mood.
  • In the league, they only finished third. HandofBlood wishes for nothing more than a “cup from which he can drink.”(via youtube)
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Everything you need to know about the LoL team Eintracht Spandau – in 4 minutes

Eintracht Spandau allegedly signs PowerOfEvil for the Midlane

Who is supposed to change that now? According to the website SheepEsports reports that Eintracht Spandau has reached a verbal agreement with the midlaner Tristan “PowerOfEvil” Schrage. He is supposed to play for Eintracht.

Schrage is one of the few German players who made it to the professional league in the USA, the LEC, where he played for many years for teams like CLG, FlyQuest, TSM and the Immortals.

He was distinguished by delivering strong performances and being voted into an All-Pro team 5 times, but he never stayed anywhere longer than a year.

At 26 years old, it is likely that he will take on a leadership role at Eintracht Spandau.

Schrage had not found a team for 2023 and had already joined Eintracht as a content creator and caster.

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Eintracht Spandau is gearing up – Bringing in new people for bot and top

Who else are they bringing in? According to Sheepesports, Eintracht Spandau is also supposed to bring in 2 more players:

  • Johannes “fun K3y” Werner, the MVP of the Prime League in summer, a German botlaner who just defeated HandofBlood’s team with the Unicorns of Live (via sheepesports)
  • Maximillian “Vertigo” Rassi, a 20-year-old Austrian who currently plays top lane for Eintracht Frankfurt (via sheepesports)
  • Supporter Lilipp and jungler Zanzarah are supposedly being kept out of the current roster and their contracts have been extended.

The signings have not yet been confirmed, but such transfer rumors are usually true if they come from well-known insiders, as is the case here.

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With the new team, first in the derby, then against Faker

What’s next for Eintracht? HandofBlood was away for 2 months, apparently due to a persistent illness, but has now made an appearance in a video (via youtube).

He will also be at an event in Berlin in December: He has to have his newly formed team first beat the city rivals BIG to then have a chance to play against the Korean Uber team T1 with Faker.

He doesn’t want to miss that, said HandofBlood. Maybe “PowerOfEvil” will already be in the midlane.

LoL: 2 adult men are as excited as children when they finally get to reveal the surprise on Twitch

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Former LoL pro talks about changes he wishes for the Preseason 2024

Former LoL pro Nemesis talks about his wishlist for the upcoming preseason in League of Legends. MeinMMO reveals what ideas and wishes he has.

League of Legends is an ever-evolving game that requires continuous adjustments and improvements.

One of the most well-known former pro players, Nemesis, recently shared his thoughts on the current meta and presented an extensive wishlist for changes in the preseason 2024 that he hopes for from Riot Games.

Let’s take a closer look at his wishes and ideas for the upcoming season.

Here you can listen to this year’s League of Legends Worlds anthem and watch the music video:

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Who is Nemesis?

Nemesis desires extensive changes for the preseason

What changes does Nemesis desire? He initially emphasized at the beginning of his YouTube video that he is currently having more fun with the game than in the past few months.

According to him, Riot Games has made some positive changes recently. One of these changes that he mentioned positively is the jungle nerfs.

Here you can watch his YouTube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctCSksHB_Qs&t=318s&ab_channel=LOLPOV
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However, he also addresses some negative points regarding the current state of the game. One of Nemesis’s main concerns is that League of Legends is currently too focused on crowd control (CC).

Although CC is crucial in team fights, he believes it should not be the only element that underlies the game.

In his opinion, there should be more ways to counter CC with tenacity or CC reduction.

An example of the importance of CC in the game are champions like Malphite, Amumu, Sejuani, Rakan, Nautilus, K’Sante, Leona, or Orianna, who have strong CC abilities and can be decisive in team fights.

Nemesis also discusses the need for better balance in the game, especially for champions that have not received adjustments in a long time. As an example, he mentions the support champion Rakan and the dominance of op-champions like K’Sante, who was recently revised in patch 13.20. According to him, champions should be balanced to ensure a fair gaming experience.

What else he mentions:

  • According to Nemesis, the Chemtech dragon is terrible. He would like to see the Chemtech dragon either buffed or removed.
  • A rework of Corki is also something he wishes for. He emphasizes that Corki is a champion he enjoys playing, but does not like playing against.

Overall, Nemesis’s ideas are interesting approaches to improving League of Legends. It remains to be seen whether his wishes will actually be taken into account by Riot Games.

There will certainly be numerous changes for the new season. The preseason 2024 is set to be introduced on November 20, 2023, on the PBE.

More about LoL: You definitely wouldn’t have wanted him on your team earlier, the best player in Europe

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I played Warcraft Rumble all night long – This is my conclusion

Warcraft Rumble has been live for a few hours now. MyMMO demon Cortyn has been gaming all night and draws an initial conclusion. Is the game any good?

Last night, my tablet suddenly told me that Warcraft Rumble was ready for installation. I had been wanting to try the mobile game in the Warcraft style for a while, but I wanted to get a real impression only with the release version. Well, now I could. Since last night, I have played for about 7 hours and therefore have a pretty good impression.

Already in mission 5, which is basically the final of the tutorial, I couldn’t get past “just spamming minis” and lost my first match. I was quite positively surprised by that, because typically tutorials in Blizzard games are “foolproof” and especially in a free-to-play game, you want to gradually build the hurdles.

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Warcraft Arclight Rumble: All information about Blizzard’s new strategy game in 2 minutes

Gameplay – Fast, simple, and yet complex

The actual gameplay of Warcraft Rumble is intuitive and quite simple. You wait until you have enough gold and then let a mini appear in the desired place on the battlefield – either your own base, a tower, or a gathering stone. From there, the mini wanders or flies calmly towards the enemy defense to either face the opposing minis or attack the buildings.

But what sounds quite relaxed can quickly become hectic, as tactical decisions have to be made every few seconds:

  • Do I spend the gold on a goblin that can mine gold?
  • Should I save the coin to buy a banshee that takes over the enemy leader mini?
  • Or should I throw a chain lightning at the approaching chicken army instead?

You can take your time to think using the “Pause” function anytime – at least in PvE. It can still become hectic and confusing quickly. Since there are often 2-3 lanes where battles take place, multi-focus is a must here.

At the same time, you can already devise a strategy before the match, which mainly depends on the chosen leader. For instance, I have the undead “Blood Mage Thalnos” as my leader. He has a special hero ability that he gains a level every time I cast a spell.

This can be used tactically. If I let Thalnos start all the way at the back of my base (and protect him with a tank) and then gradually cast spells, he ends up 5 or 6 levels higher at the end of the path – which means around 70% more damage and HP. Often enemies are then overwhelmed by Thalnos alone.

Other leaders have different abilities. For example, Jaina increases the level of all spells by 3, as long as she is alive – so spells deal a little more than 30% extra damage.

But the minis themselves also follow the “rock-paper-scissors” principle. For example, my fire elemental can smash entire groups of melee fighters but can’t defend against flying minis at all. My banshee can take over enemy minis, but she is very expensive – if she takes over a single chicken, that’s wasted gold.

In a match, you always only have the choice of the 6 minis + leader that you have in the current deck. This means that even in deck construction, it is decided how effective your own team is. If you only bring flying minis, you will probably lose immediately against area spells. A balanced team is therefore the goal.

The Shop and the beloved Pay2Win

A big topic in free-to-play games is of course the shop, also in Warcraft Rumble. After the first few matches, you can visit the shop and exchange the earned gold for minis. Gradually, you unlock more optional purchases, some of which are more lucrative while others are hardly worth it.

Especially important from my perspective here is the “bow light booster.” For 20 euros, you unlock a permanent booster for your account that permanently increases the experience points earned by 20% and the gold earned by 50%.

By the way, you also get the 50% bonus gold retroactively for all completed missions.

If you plan to play the game “actively,” you should at least consider the one-time investment of 20 euros. Because the grind can become quite exhausting in later phases of the campaign. Only with this boost does the leveling speed feel “right”.

The shop also offers additional deals. Some of them are quite tricky as they have a time limit. After reaching a certain level, for example, you unlock the “Hogger offer,” where you get a big chunk of gold and some experience points for 5 euros. However, I only have 2 days to buy this offer, otherwise the package with “legendary value” expires – that’s already a nasty but sadly common trick.

It is also pretty likely that it is intentional for the shop to be relatively prominent. Because the shop is also the place where you can buy new minis with the earned currency. Additionally, there is a free bonus in the shop every few hours – so you definitely return to the site multiple times a day and might be tempted to purchase with real money.

Overall, however, the shop felt relatively fair. Whether that is still the case at higher levels of play or if you can hardly avoid purchases, I cannot yet assess at this point.

PvP – Much better than expected

The big surprise for me was the PvP in Warcraft Rumble, as it was much more fun than I originally thought.

I’m not entirely sure if this fairness will still be present later and how talents will affect it, so take this statement with a grain of caution. However, my first 15 PvP matches felt good – even though I consider Maiev absolutely OP and I couldn’t win a single round against her.

That is also the only major disadvantage of the game for me. The minis don’t seem particularly well balanced for PvP yet, and often it’s already clear within the first few seconds that you have no chance against the opponent with your mini combination.

Tacticians can probably search for weeks for the perfect mini combination and cool strategies here – or just Google “Warcraft Rumble best team” and dominate the PvP with that.

However, it’s nice that just like in PvE, you still earn a few experience points even in a defeat. This makes the loss only half as unpleasant.

What is annoying about Rumble?

However, there are also a few things in Rumble that are simply annoying. The once-famous “Blizzard Polish,” meaning that a game comes to market nearly flawless, is not present in Rumble either. A few examples:

  • After a PvP match, you have to hit the “Continue” button 10 times until it moves on.
  • Loading times are occasionally extremely long, even though only a menu is being loaded. It’s also nice when the loading screen hangs forever at “100%”.
  • The German translation is sometimes rather poor. For example, there’s “Common Pilot” or an “Ork bank,” although in the Warcraft universe it should actually be “Orc.”
  • The game occasionally crashes with an error message.
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Who is Warcraft Rumble worth it for?

Basically, Warcraft Rumble can be a lot of fun. The short, snappy battles are engaging and surprisingly tactical in both PvE and PvP. However, the game can also become quite hectic. Especially in the last seconds, decisions often have to be made in a flash – anyone expecting a “relaxed” game with slowness in the style of Hearthstone will be bitterly disappointed.

All others get a solid free-to-play game with Rumble, which should sweeten some waiting times in the future. Whether the game can still captivate over 20, 50, or 100 hours is yet to be seen.

Only those who hoped to have a story experience in the Warcraft world in some way will be disappointed.

We have a tier list for all minis from Warcraft Rumble here for you.

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Steam: New game entices with Souls-like battles and Greek mythology – Watch the trailer here

The action RPG Achilles: Legends Untold was released yesterday, on November 2, 2023 on Steam and promises you Souls-like battles in a world inspired by Greek mythology.

What kind of game is it? Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG that promises you Souls-like battles in an open world.

It is based on Greek mythology and the wars between humans and gods. You take on the role of the warrior Achilles, who confronts his fate.

You can play the title on PC, PS4/PS5, and Xbox.

The game was released on November 2, 2023 on Steam and currently you can get it directly 30% off until November 16, 2023.

The launch trailer shows you a lot of gameplay:

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Achilles: Legends Untold Launch Trailer

What can you expect? In the open world of Achilles: Legends Untold, you will encounter many different enemies, which include not only humans and human forms but also mystical creatures, mythical beings, and animals.

These various enemies challenge you with also varying combat patterns, as seen in the trailer. From humans attacking you with weapons to giants throwing you around and griffins utilizing their entire body for combat, there is a lot to offer.

As the trailer promises, you must master and utilize many techniques in battle to emerge victorious. Besides defensive tactics like blocking and dodging, we see in the trailer a variety of different attacks.

Besides the gameplay, the trailer also shows various areas that convey the impression of a dark, almost destroyed world, thus not only reminding of other Souls-like games but also conveying the atmosphere of the war between humans and gods.

Additionally, the developers promise you a special gaming experience through the innovative GAIA system, named after the goddess or shortly for: Group AI Action. This system promises that enemies engage without scripted interactions and utilize their environment to attack strategically and coordinated.

The hero with the weak heels causes excitement

What are the reactions? The comments under the trailer (via YouTube) are indeed an interesting mix.

Among others, pbu9174 writes that the game is well done and is already asking about Achilles 2. Similarly, other users praise the game or what they see from the trailer. User CronosVids even thanks the gods that Achilles does not feel like any other Soulsbourne game.

Alongside positive comments about the game and the trailer in general, there are especially some funny statements about the hero of the story himself:

  • LightEvader writes: If you get hit in the heel, it’s Game Over
  • LegionIscariot writes: I was once a warrior like you, then an arrow hit me in the heel
  • TGBurgerGaming asks: Can we upgrade our heel and foot armor?

Some negative comments criticize the graphics and compare it to games from 10 years ago. For example, user angelolima4811 writes that he wished the game was Free2Play due to the graphics. User NivRel, on the other hand, finds that the game looks cool but could use a bit more Greek aesthetics.

Do you feel like diving into the adventures of the Greek hero after the trailer? Feel free to write us your opinion in the comments.

Diablo 4: “This community lied to me” Players say the Uber bosses are too easy, which may not be true

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Hobbyist invests 1,500 euros and months of his life to create the strongest Xbox in the world – now wants to sell it

On Reddit, a user showcases his complete overhaul of an Xbox. Since it had suffered a total loss, he decided to replace the entire interior with more powerful hardware.

The original Xbox from 2001 has since had several successors. Yet, to this day, Microsoft’s first gaming console holds a special place in the hearts of its fans. They associate it with a good old time. For instance, the Halo series began on the first Xbox.

A console fan has now shown on Reddit what can be done with an original Xbox console that no longer works. Instead of simply throwing it away, he repurposed the case. It now houses a fully functional gaming PC. You can find out how the tinkerer accomplished this here.

Recently, a company offered a different kind of modification for Sony’s PlayStation 5 to solve the main problem of the console.

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An old Xbox game could only be bought for 36 days – A pro wrestler has over 2,700 copies of it and wants more

“The development of this project took months” – Xbox overhaul as millimeter work in tight spaces

What did the tinkerer do with the console? In his Reddit post, the user LynzGamer shows the complete overhaul of an Xbox from 2001. As a former console collector, he owned two original models that were no longer functional. Therefore, he decided to create a powerful PC out of one of the consoles.

The search for suitable PC hardware took a lot of time. He wanted to make as few changes as possible to the Xbox case. From the outside, it should not be recognizable what is built inside the case. At the same time, the selected components should offer a certain longevity.

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He said: ‘The system needed to be able to play AAA games at reasonable frame rates at 1440p or 4K.’ The selected graphics card would definitely not be his first choice that he would recommend to anyone. However, due to its smaller size, it was the most powerful card that could fit inside the console case.

Which components did LynzGamer use? Since the hardware had to function well in tight spaces, he also opted for a compromise between performance and low operating temperature. To be able to use a low-profile cooler with a low height for the processor, every degree less in temperature inside the case counted for him.

He finally installed the following parts:

  • Graphics Card: Zotac RTX 4070 Twin Edge
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 5800X3D
  • CPU Cooler: Thermalright AXP90-X47 Full Copper with Noctua NF-A9x14 PWM Chromax
  • Memory: 2 TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD
  • Mainboard: ASROCK B550 Phantom Gaming-ITX/ax
  • RAM: 32 GB DDR4 T-FORCE VULCAN Z 3600 MHz
  • Power Supply: Silverstone 600W Platinum TFX

How did he proceed further? To fit all components in the case and keep the outward-facing connections compatible, the tinkerer had to make some adjustments. Among other things, he faced challenges with the USB ports to be able to connect the controllers later. He also had to use a soldering iron for the power button and the LED lighting.

Another challenge was the lid of the Xbox. To preserve the aesthetics of the original Xbox, necessary screws should ideally be barely visible or not visible at all. To better secure the screws, he used epoxy resin. However, during a stress test of the whole system, the resin overheated again, and one of the screws came loose. Therefore, he opted for cable ties, which he attached to the side and rear ventilation slots.

Were there any further issues with the project? Yes, in order to ensure adequate fresh air supply for the processor and graphics card, he had to make further changes. The regular ventilation slots were not sufficient to maintain the entire system at a safe operating temperature for the hardware.

For this reason, he cut two holes in the bottom of the case at the height of the graphics card fans. Additionally, he raised the Xbox slightly so that the graphics card could draw in more air. He achieved this thanks to a 3D printer in combination with furniture foot pads. This way, the temperature of the graphics card under load is about 80 degrees. With up to 90 degrees for the processor, however, LynzGamer is still not satisfied.

Tinkerer wants to sell his project

Is the Xbox overhaul now complete? No, not yet. The CPU temperature of 90 degrees is still a concern for him. He fears that the processor could get too hot in the long run. Therefore, he wants to adjust the cooling afterwards. For this, he has ordered additional fans that should better dissipate the generated heat.

Once he considers the project to be completely finished, he wants to sell the system he has named Ex-Box. He has now developed a taste for it and wants to tackle further projects with the proceeds from the sale.

Many users from the Reddit community congratulate him on his work. Some give him tips for final adjustments and want to help him with pricing.

I love PC builds that are converted from consoles.

Well done.

js0uthh on Reddit

The user Haxxxo_o notes that his own gaming PC is not as good:

Dang, it’s way better than my current PC

Haxxxo_o on Reddit

Puzzleheaded-Brief56 tries to convince the tinkerer of a higher selling price:

I would say around 2300 to 2800 euros because the specifications might not be top-notch, but this build is very unique and obviously very custom-made. It would be a sought-after piece. The price cannot be determined solely based on the specifications and components.

Puzzleheaded-Brief56 on Reddit

What do you think of this project? A brilliant idea or do you find the effort excessive?

Microsoft ‘punishes’ thousands of innocent players who play with the wrong controller on Xbox

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Destiny 2: „We know that we have lost a lot of your trust“ – This is how it should continue

The developer of Destiny 2, Bungie, has skipped the weekly update and instead sent a message to the players. They address the negative developments of the past week, when deep layoffs in the studio were announced, and explain how things will proceed.

Here are the key points in the statement: Instead of “This Week at Bungie”, the developers published “Our Path Forward” (via bungie):

  • Bungie acknowledges mistakes and states that they recognize the feedback regarding the 2023 expansion Lightfall, the last seasons, and “The Final Shape”. They know that they have lost a lot of trust from the players. Destiny needs to offer more joy and surprise. They have not done enough in this regard. This will change.
  • Bungie says that 650 people are still working on Destiny 2, with energy and experience: They want to provide the players with the finale they deserve.
  • The goal, says Bungie, is that the 2024 expansion “The Final Shape” provides an unforgettable Destiny experience, like Forsaken, The Witch Queen, and The Taken King.
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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Launch Trailer

The Final Shape is meant to be bigger, brighter, bolder

What’s next? Bungie says that more information will be available in the coming weeks. In the short term, they want to reveal what will happen with the new season that will be announced in November:

After that, we will start introducing our new vision for The Final Shape: It is meant to be bigger, bolder, and brighter. We plan to build a bridge that will lead us all from darkness into light.

What’s missing? The postponement of The Final Shape from February 2024 to June 2024, as reported consistently by Bloomberg and IGN, has still not been announced. However, a postponement seems almost inevitable based on the announcement of a “greater vision”.

Why does Bungie sound like someone has died? In recent days, it became known first through insider reports from within the studio and later through a tweet from the CEO that there have been mass layoffs at Bungie. According to the reports, player interest in Destiny 2 has collapsed in 2023. The pre-order numbers for “The Final Shape” are also said to be poor.

Allegedly, Bungie is also critical of the current version of “The Final Shape”: It is “good, not great,” was reported from the studio.

Particularly many players were outraged by how harsh and heartless the layoffs are said to have been:

Destiny 2: Insider report casts a gloomy light on Bungie’s inner workings – Thoughts on Destiny 3

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Facebook employee invests nearly 300,000 euros to work from a cruise ship and travel the world

An employee of Facebook is living his dream by working from a cruise ship and traveling the world. MeinMMO reveals what it’s all about.

More and more companies are allowing their employees to work from home, but for an employee at Meta, that’s not enough. Austin Wells, a 28-year-old from San Diego, decided to take his home office work model to the next level.

He invested nearly 300,000 euros in a 12-year lease for an apartment on a cruise ship to explore the world while continuing to work for one of the largest companies in the world.

Flexible working at sea

What is his plan? The employee in the Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality department at Meta has an unconventional idea: He plans to live on a cruise ship for at least three years to travel the world while continuing to work. This idea allows him to save more money than with a conventional accommodation.

Thanks to his flexible working hours, he can shape his workday to work in the evenings, at night, and in the early mornings. This way, he can visit cities during the day and start his work around 6 or 7 PM. Another advantage of this flexibility is that he can invite friends and family on board for a month during this time.

He also says:

This is probably the first time ever that there is an opportunity to pursue a regular job and even think about working and living in a floating apartment complex.

Austin Wells via cnbc

What kind of cruise ship is it? It is a huge luxury cruise ship called MV Narrative. The cruise ship offers 20 restaurants and bars, a cinema, pools, a gym, a spa area, and a 24-hour room service. Moreover, the ship is also supposed to have a theater for performances.

Health is also taken care of, as the cruise ship has its own ship doctor. The ship consists of more than 500 private rooms and apartments – for around 1,000 passengers.

The cruise ship is expected to set sail from Croatia in 2025 and will call at Rome, Venice, Slovenia, Albania, and Greece, among others.

For many of us, finding a good work-life balance has become more important than ever. He seems to have everything well planned.

Two people managed to rake in a lot of money with a trick, but their luck only lasted a short time:2 men invested 100 dollars in cryptocurrencies and surprisingly received 10 million – but their dream lasted only a few months

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Marvel is having problems with one of its supervillains – now considering a replacement

Marvel villain Kang is played by actor Jonathan Majors. However, he is currently facing serious allegations of domestic violence. Allegedly, Marvel is now considering a replacement.

Jonathan Majors portrays the archvillain Kang The Conqueror, who currently plays an important role in the MCU and was supposed to be the main antagonist of the next phase in the MCU, similar to Thanos in the Avengers.

However, Marvel is now considering discarding these plans, and another villain could soon be in the spotlight.

Here you can see a trailer for season 2 of the Marvel series Loki, in which Kang also appears:

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English trailer for season 2 of the Marvel series Loki

Doctor Doom as a replacement for Kang?

What is the problem with Kang? Actor Jonathan Majors was arrested at the end of March this year due to allegations of domestic violence.

His ex-girlfriend and other alleged victims have spoken out against Majors. A court trial is scheduled for November. Regardless of whether he wins or loses, the actor’s public image is not very favorable at the moment.

According to Variety, the leadership of Marvel has already contemplated in September 2023 how to proceed with the character Kang: a possible replacement villain is already on the table.

As a possible replacement for Kang, Doctor Doom is being considered according to the source from Variety, to make life difficult for the heroes as the new main antagonist.

Marvel fans know Doctor Doom primarily as an adversary of the Fantastic Four. The character made his film debut in 2005, portrayed by Julian McMahon.

The report from Variety revealed even more: Marvel is allegedly also planning an Avengers film with the original cast. You can find more about this here with our colleagues from Filmstarts.

In addition to the replacement by Doctor Doom, there is another option: recasting Kang. Instead of Majors, another actor could step into the shoes of the supervillain and take on the role, similar to what was already done with Rhodey in Iron Man, where Don Cheadle replaced Terrence Howard.

It remains to be seen whether and what action Marvel will take and how they will plausibly integrate the replacement into the narrative.

Robert Downey Jr. is now inseparable from the MCU as Iron Man, but he was originally intended to be Doctor Doom:

Robert Downey Jr. was not always planned as Iron Man

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The Free2Play shooter XDefiant misses a great opportunity to outshine Call of Duty – Why this is good

The upcoming F2P shooter XDefiant misses the chance to outdo Call of Duty, but has a really good reason for it.

What kind of game is this? XDefiant is an upcoming arena shooter from Ubisoft, set to be released as a free-to-play title on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

  • You play in XDefiant different factions from Ubisoft titles – including, for example, the Libertad fighters from Far Cry 6 or the Cleaners from The Division.
  • Various PvP modes are played such as Domination and Payload.
  • XDefiant features intuitive weapon handling with low recoil as well as relatively fast movement. Additionally, you can modify your weapons with attachments.

One of the most important factors of XDefiant is the absence of SBMM (Skill-based Matchmaking), which is very unpopular especially in the Call of Duty community. XDefiant does not want SBMM in casual modes; it will only be implemented in ranked play.

Here you can see a trailer for XDefiant:

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XDefiant Game Overview Deep Dive Trailer

XDefiant currently cannot name a release date

What was the opportunity? Ubisoft originally announced that XDefiant was to be released in the summer of 2023. This would have allowed the shooter to come out before Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.

A release before the launch of CoD MW3 would have given XDefiant the chance to take advantage of the current weak phase of the popular franchise. Players have been dissatisfied with the current CoD MW2 for months (via Reddit).

How did XDefiant let the opportunity slip away? Ubisoft postponed the planned release of XDefiant from summer 2023 to mid to late September or early to mid-October – but even the two new dates could not be met (via X.com, formerly Twitter).

When Ubisoft postponed XDefiant again on October 9, Mark Rubin, Executive Producer at Ubisoft and head of XDefiant, explained that the team wanted to fix some issues identified during the recent public test on September 28.

On the first of November, Mark Rubin, who very transparently communicated the status of the game on X.com, stated again that he could not currently name a new release date. He also describes the reasons that led to the delay.

XDefiant misses the opportunity for a good reason

Why did XDefiant let the opportunity slip away? For a really good reason. As Mark Rubin explained in his post, the team continues to work on some issues and wants to only name a new release date when they are sure about it.

The reasons that Mark Rubin cites for the delay are also aspects that have been negatively noted in previous tests. These include:

  • Frame spikes that according to Rubin cause the movement not to work properly and especially the slide feels clunky or even nerfed.
    • The problem was due to a small part of the anti-cheat system, but has now been fixed.
  • Netcode efficiency and de-sync: The team wants to reduce latency and occasional de-sync incidents that players may have experienced when another player had a bad latency or packet loss.
  • Server performance: According to Rubin, XDefiant is switching to Linux servers in order to improve overall server performance and better handle large player numbers.
  • Social and party system: The old system did not meet expectations and performed poorly under higher loads in the beta.

These are all changes that should please beta players. Especially the servers and the social/party system have left much to be desired during the test phases. As a fast shooter, XDefiant also relies on movement working as it should.

It is therefore really good that XDefiant is addressing the problems and was not released on the market despite the errors. Still, I already had the feeling in the beta: XDefiant shows Call of Duty how good a shooter can be even without a €70 price tag

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Wayfinder tempts with many new content, but players ask for Free2Play

The action role-playing game and dungeon crawler Wayfinder provided you with a major update on October 31, 2023. The new content is introduced in a short trailer, but in the comments, players are mainly asking about Free2Play.

What is it about? Wayfinder is a cooperative online game, which probably has a rather bad reputation among many players due to its somewhat failed launch. Nevertheless, the game managed to excite some players and keep them engaged until today.

Now players, after the first major updates in August, receive another update with plenty of content. As of October 31, 2023, this is, according to developers, the largest update in the game so far.

We have embedded the short trailer for the update content here for you:

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Wayfinder The Reaver King Update

What does the update include: The update is titled The Reaver King and comes with new quests, weapons, and improvements.

Among them are the four new main quests: The Hollow Heart, Wormwood, Roots of Evil, and The Final Battle. The big goal connected to the main quests seems to be the Reaver King. The quests seem to lead you directly there.

There are also three new side quests introduced with the update. You can learn more about the side quests and how to unlock them on the official website (via playwayfinder.com).

In addition to the new quests, you get several new contents with the update:

  • Two new enemies: Wormwood and The Reaver King
  • New weapons: Legacy, Eclipse, Rose & Thorne, and Nightshade
  • In-game improvements

What are the reactions? Although the game has a rather bad reputation among many, players are especially looking forward to the new content, as clearly seen in the comments (via YouTube):

  • Stagonas writes: Keep up the good work, ladies and gentlemen. I love the new content […]
  • ayoATLANTIS writes: Here we go! Legacy looks so good… and of course, The Reaver King too.

With the new update, Wayfinder seems to have appealed to some new players as well. For instance, user Paradise385 writes that they just bought the game but are completely in love after five hours, and there are a few other comments from players who are just now becoming aware of the game.

In this context, there are many comments especially asking for a Free2Play version. Many players seem interested in the game but would only give it a chance if it were free to play for them.

Free2Play version is expected to be released in early 2024

In response to user retr0259’s question about when the game would be free to play, user Stagonas replied that it should be ready in February 2024, if he remembers correctly.

If we go by the official statements from the developers (via Steam), we can indeed expect the Free2Play version in February. They stated that the free version would be released after the early access, specifically after two full early access seasons. According to the developers, this takes six months.

If one calculates six months after the release in August, we indeed arrive at February 2024. Whether the developers can keep this promise will be seen next year.

The feedback received during early access is intended to be used by the developers to improve the game before the full release. They promise additional areas, enemies, weapons, and Wayfinder in the full version.

What do you think of Wayfinder and the updates? Are you already playing, or will you only give the game a chance when it is Free2Play? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments.

The mind behind the golden age of WoW is creating a new fantasy MMORPG with Blizzard’s ex-girlfriend

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Mega-Sceptile appears in Pokémon GO, will be one of the best attackers – Mark this date

In Pokémon GO you can get an absolute top attacker with Mega-Knackrack. You must participate in the Raid Day for this. We show you all the information.

When is the Raid Day with Mega-Knackrack? The date is Saturday, November 11, 2023, from 14:00 to 17:00 local time.

Here you can expect Mega-Knackrack to appear at numerous gyms. You can challenge and defeat it to secure Mega Energy and then perform the Mega Evolution yourself.

What bonuses does the Raid Day bring? The following bonuses can be expected:

  • Mega-Knackrack is appearing in raids for the first time
  • You receive up to five additional free raid passes from the gym photo disks when you spin them during the event
    • Note: Generally, free passes must be used up in order to receive more
  • The remote raid limit will be increased to 10 from 00:00 to 23:59 on that day
  • The chance of shiny Knackrack from raids will be increased
  • An optional ticket in the shop will cost about 5 euros. For this, you get another 8 raid passes, an increased chance for XL special candies, 50% more raid XP, and double stardust for raid battles

Overall, Mega-Knackrack is the main attraction of the day that you should take advantage of. We show you how strong it is here.

How strong is Mega-Knackrack in Pokémon GO?

This is how strong Mega-Knackrack is: This can be kept relatively brief: As of now, Mega-Knackrack will be one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO overall, capable of dealing an enormous amount of damage.

In its types, Dragon and Ground, it is only surpassed by one monster each: Mega-Rayquaza for the Dragon type and Proto-Groudon for Ground. If you are missing the strong forms here, Mega-Knackrack is the top alternative.

However, note that Knackrack will not learn its special move “Earth Power” from the Community Day on Raid Day as of now. You may need to teach it later with a Charge TM or use Earthquake if you want to use it as a ground attacker.

Additionally, Mega-Knackrack boosts the attacks of its types for other monsters when it is in raids.

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Mega Rayquaza appears in Pokémon GO

It is currently expected that Knackrack can already be defeated by two players if the right counters, such as Ice types, are used. An even greater advantage can be gained through the team feature: If you play as a team, there is an attack bonus in raids.

What do you think of Mega-Knackrack and its debut event? Tell us in the comments.

And to find out what else is going on in the game, check out the overview of events in November 2023 in Pokémon GO.

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Thanks to an MMORPG, I became a loser in school, but I would play it again

Editorial team member Jasmin found her way into the world of MMORPGs through Metin 2. The game might not seem like much, but it meant the world to her. Over time, the game took over, forcing her to separate from it after finishing high school.

What is Metin 2?

  • Metin 2 has been free to play in Germany since 2006 and is funded through an in-game shop
  • There are five different classes: Warrior, Ninja, Sura, Shaman, and Lycan
  • Players join one of three kingdoms and can fight players from other kingdoms
  • The name comes from the Metin stones, which rain down from the sky like meteors and contain valuable loot

At times, Metin 2 was so popular that there were 26 servers. The number of servers has since decreased, but the game apparently still retains enough players to justify its operation.

The MMORPG offers both fun PvE and PvP elements. While the graphics are not high-end, the diverse maps and fitting music continue to entertain even after many hours of gameplay.

You can see what lies behind Metin 2 in the following trailer:

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Metin 2 – The MMORPG presents itself in the trailer

How Metin 2 ruined my grades

I first discovered the game on my cousin’s PC. Curious, I looked over his shoulder and dismissed the game as uninteresting. But when my younger brother also asked me to join the guild, I couldn’t resist the game any longer.

My family had long since stopped playing when the MMORPG captivated me. I invested many years in Metin 2 and worked my way up to being one of the best healing shamans on the server. If you remember a CherrySakura on Mosha – that’s me.

Over time, I even wrote my own guides for the forum and the official site. I sank deeper into the game and eventually knew by heart where the eponymous Metin stones fell from the sky.

This led me into a downward spiral, from which I sank deeper and deeper. I made many friends and acquaintances in the game, fell in love, and joined respected guilds that came with commitments. Eventually, this led me to shape my life around the game.

My daily routine looked like this at the end: I went to school in the morning, and right after school, I started the PC to play Metin 2. I even ate lunch and dinner at the PC to avoid wasting time. Only on weekends did I occasionally meet with friends.

This behavior affected my grades since there was no time for studying or homework. A “poor” in the chemistry advanced course was not uncommon, and the other subjects didn’t look much better. On top of that, I wasn’t the most popular person in school.

A friend of mine was in an even worse situation. The game had captivated him so much that he became addicted. He even structured not only his day but also his night around the game: Since fewer players were online at night, he would lie down after school, get up at night, farm all night, and then go to school afterward.

His whole life was centered around the game, and he could no longer distinguish reality from the game. Fortunately, he sought help in a specialized clinic that helped him overcome his addiction.

Here at MeinMMO, our expertise lies in gaming and everything related, but we are not medical experts.

According to the World Health Organization WHO gaming addiction (“Gaming Disorder”) is a recognized disease. Signs of a disorder can include a loss of control over gaming behavior, prioritizing gaming over other activities, and ignoring negative consequences.

If you suspect an addiction in yourself or in people around you, you can contact an addiction counseling center near you or the online service of Caritas.

The way out of the spiral

The experience was like a wake-up call for me, and I knew I had to do something after finishing high school to avoid ruining my life. I gave up my account, then started an apprenticeship and a degree, and even completed my master’s in chemistry. Who would have thought that after the bad grades in the chemistry advanced course?!

During my studies, nostalgia hit me, and I occasionally checked back into my old account. However, I realized that the game was no longer fun without friends and a solid guild, which is why I gave up the MMORPG again after three visits to Metin 2.

But if the conditions were right, I wouldn’t mind spending my time in the game again today.

To this day, I do not regret playing Metin 2, as I managed to get back on track in time and discovered my passion for MMORPGs in this way. Today, I play Final Fantasy XIV in a healthy amount without neglecting work, my family, or my friends.

That’s why I am even more pleased that the MMORPG has not been shut down yet and that many other players can enjoy it. This article is not meant to encourage you to spend less time in your favorite MMORPG: As long as the game does not negatively affect your life, you can continue to enjoy playing.

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Fortnite: Patch Notes for Update 27.00 for Chapter 4 Season 5

The patch notes for update 27.00 in Fortnite at a glance. We show you all the changes in Chapter 4 Season 5 that await you.

What is happening today in Fortnite? In Fortnite, Epic Games has taken the servers down for update 27.00. All players are eagerly waiting for the new content and can hardly wait to play a round in Season 5. However, to keep you informed about the new content Epic Games is planning, we have listed the official patch notes for you.

Update, 09:55 AM: All patch notes have been updated by us. You can find them in the following passages further down.

If you need important information about the new trailers and the map, we have just the right thing for you:

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When can I play Fortnite again?

When and how long will the downtime last? This is not yet known. Many players are wondering when the servers will be active again since the downtime. However, we expect a time between 12:00 – 14:00.

New map and weapons from Chapter 1

Depending on the update and hotfix that comes with Chapter 4 Season 5, additional locations and items will be added to the map. For the release, you can expect the following items:

  • Hunting Rifle
  • Assault Rifle
  • Pump Shotgun
  • Damage Trap
  • Grappler
  • Boogie Bomb
  • All-Terrain Cart
  • Shopping Cart

Epic Games themselves report that some items will remain until the end of Season 5, while others will be removed in upcoming updates and hotfixes to make room for new OG items and weapons. So if you don’t want to miss anything, you need to stay active and play almost every day.

Hotfix brings items from Season 6

With the upcoming hotfix in Chapter 4 Season 5, players will experience changes to the map and the loot pool. New vehicles, weapons, and items are expected to be added. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Double-Barreled Shotgun
  • Sticky Grenade
  • Sidearm
  • Freezer Trap
  • Turret
  • Portable Building
  • Quad Crasher
  • Driftboard

Update on November 16 brings additional items

With update 27.10, additional items and locations will be added in Chapter 4 Season 5. The update is scheduled to be released on November 16 and will bring the following items:

  • Stone Fist Pistol
  • Minigun
  • Quad Launcher
  • Poison Dart Trap
  • Redeployable Glider
  • Buried Treasure
  • X-4 Stormwing
  • Pirate Cannon

Hotfix 27.11 brings the last items on November 23

The probably last update for Season 5 will be released on November 23 and will bring a final wave of items and weapons that you can use on the new map. The following have been introduced:

  • Heavy Sniper Rifle
  • Proximity Grenade Launcher
  • Airstrike
  • Junk Rift
  • Storm Twister
  • Jetpack
  • Ball Launcher

OG Battle Pass and Shop

Fortnite brings a new, albeit shorter, Battle Pass with Season 5. You now get 4 skins, items, and 1000 V-Bucks from the OG Battle Pass for 950 V-Bucks. Additionally, Epic is offering a new OG Shop where old items from the past, which are extremely rare, will be made available for purchase. What the items are, except for one skin, is not yet known.

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This skin will be temporarily available in the shop

Ranked will be adjusted

With the OG season, the ranked mode will be adjusted. Players at mid to high levels should be able to rank up faster due to the shortness of Season 5. Additionally, matches can start with 80 players when no further players can be found in matchmaking. This is to ensure that matches for higher-ranked players become fairer.

If you also complete one of the tangible quests in a ranked match, you will also receive the exclusive back accessory rank tags.

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Rewards in Cups

Chapter 4 Season 5 will offer exclusive cups where you can earn two temporary items for your locker.

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The items include:

  • Sky Blade of the Competitor
  • Timing Glider of the Competitor 

A free reward for everyone

If you log in at least once in Chapter 4 Season 5, you will receive a free lobby music “The RE-OG” from Metro Boomin. When you log in, you will find the item in your locker.

What do you think of the upcoming items and changes for Chapter 4 Season 5? Are you excited about the OG season or do you think the battle pass offers too little and the items don’t appeal to you? Let us know your opinion in the comments!

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“At 50 I stopped counting” Berlin Twitch streamer reports how often the police is sent to him

The Twitch streamer Kilian “Tanzverbot” Heinrich says that he has already fallen victim to so-called swattings more than 50 times. He even lost his first apartment due to the constant police deployments.

Who is the streamer? The Berliner Kilian “Tanzverbot” Heinrich is a streamer and YouTuber who mainly operates in the “Just Chatting” category on Twitch. He became known for videos in which he made “announcements” to well-known content creators.

In general, the 26-year-old rarely holds back when he criticizes. In 2022, a conflict with streamers Orangemorange and Scurrows, whose gambling content he criticized, escalated into a physical confrontation at gamescom. The dispute continued in 2023 with an address leak.

When the addresses of Twitch streamers are made public, it often has consequences: ranging from relatively harmless pranks, like sending food delivery people to the content creator’s house, to police deployments, known as “swatting”.

In an interview, Tanzverbot now talked about this dark side of fame.

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Twitch streamer Tanzverbot talks about his difficult past, still regrets his lack of education

Streamer says: He lost his apartment due to constant deployments

What experiences does Tanzverbot have with swatting? In the podcast “Henke’s Corner”, Tanzverbot talked about his swatting experiences. It all started when he had just moved into his first own apartment. He is still glad about that: If it had happened at his mother’s place, it would have been even worse.

At that time, the 26-year-old said he was not as self-confident as he is today and let himself be easily intimidated. He reports how 4 or 5 police officers came into his small, messy apartment because someone had claimed that teenagers were being held there.

Overall, he has now experienced around 60 such deployments. He is not entirely sure, as he only counted up to 50, says Tanzverbot. Additionally, there were numerous false food deliveries made in his name.

The Twitch streamer lost his first apartment due to the constant deployments. Fortunately, his uncle was able to find him a new apartment, where he still lives today.

What is swatting actually? In so-called swatting, the police are sent to the home of an innocent person with a fabricated emergency call. The term comes from the American special unit SWAT (“Special Weapons and Tactics”).
Twitch streamers are a popular target for this practice, as the perpetrators hope to be able to follow the police deployment live in the stream. Swatting is not a prank, but a criminal act, that can end fatally.
For those affected, these deployments can also represent a psychological burden and be traumatic.

“Fans” are said to have even considered breaking down his door

What is the situation today? Tanzverbot reports how the situation has developed since the streamer Orangemorange made his address public in the spring. He says that, apart from the police deployments, he has actually been quite undisturbed there.

However, there are now increasingly supposed fans standing in front of his door. This has become a real trend and is now quite annoying. The 26-year-old says he cannot go out because he does not want to give the uninvited guests the confirmation that he really lives there.

Additionally, he does not want to be filmed while he runs after teenagers to scare them away. Once, people even discussed breaking down his door in front of his door, Tanzverbot reports.

Although he did not really take the “fans”‘ plan seriously, he always stays ready in case something happens, says the streamer.

You can watch the entire episode here; the discussion about swatting starts at 0:19:14:

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The kickoff of the new season of Henke’s Corner – now part of funk and with a new YouTube channel – was an interview with the Twitch streamer LetsHugo last week. With a statement, the 20-year-old completely befuddled his 7 years older host.

Host Henke seems to have a specific prey pattern with the guests of his podcast: freshly banned Twitch streamers. LetsHugo was freshly banned at the recording of his interview, and Tanzverbot has just gone through a ban. Perhaps that is why they had time for Henke’s Corner.

German Twitch streamer makes the same mistake as DrDisrespect did at E3 – receives a ban

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Fortnite: Gameplay trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 shows new skins and OG items

With a new trailer, Fortnite gives a taste of the “Battle Pass” skins in Chapter 4 Season 5. There’s a brief glimpse of the map, focusing on the new skins, weapons, and vehicles that you’ll be trying out.

What skins can I expect? In line with the server downtime, the trailer provides a quick overview of the skins that will be available in the Battle Pass. New weapons are also demonstrated, most of which should be familiar to those from Chapter 4. These skins await you:

  • Remix Knight
  • Remix Ragnarok
  • Remix Renegade Raider
  • Remix Peely

The interesting part is that although the Battle Pass is small this time, Epic Games is still charging the full price of 950 V-Bucks from you (via fortnite.com).

You can watch the gameplay trailer for yourself here:

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Fortnite: Gameplay Trailer for Chapter 4 Season 5 – Back to OG

The old map and familiar faces from Chapter 1

What else happens in the trailer? The trailer showcases the Chapter 1 map in all its glory. Intense battles, accompanied by the new skins in the Battle Pass, with weapons that pretty much every OG player from Chapter 1 should know.

In the battles, explosive plungers, the Rift grenade, rocket launchers, and the familiar pump shotgun are used to obliterate any opponent that stands in your way.

Many vehicles are also shown in the fights that you can use in your battles, including:

  • The Bouncers
  • The planes
  • Shopping carts
  • Golf carts
  • Hoverboards

All players are moving on the familiar “Chapter 1” map, which was swallowed by a black hole many years ago.

When does Season 5 start in Chapter 4?  We can’t say for sure. Currently, the servers are down and waiting for the new update. So, until you can log in, you need to wait for the update and download it once it’s online. We estimate that Season 5 will start around 11 – 1 PM. Depending on complications and queues, the start window might shift.

What do you think of the new skins for the Battle Pass? Do you think they will get cool new styles? Let us know!

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MMORPG group hosts large tournament in WoW Classic: Winner receives proud prize money, 63 lose their hero forever

On Halloween, Asmongold’s OTK network held a large hardcore tournament in World of Warcraft Classic. The Twitch streamer Snutz took home $50,000 after defeating his rival Ziqo.

What happened:

  • The MMORPG streamer network OTK around Asmongold hosted a WoW Classic hardcore tournament on Halloween called OTK Hardcore Mak’Gora Tournament (Classic.Raider.io).
  • The prize pool amounted to a total of $100,000 and a custom PC from Starforge. $50,000 went to the winner, while the other half of the prize money was distributed among the other top players.
  • 64 players qualified for the event. The winner was Twitch streamer Snutz.

What were the tournament rules? The tournament took place on a WoW Classic hardcore server. To participate, players had to create a new Horde character on the American server Skull Rock.

By October 30, participants had to level their new character to level 60. The tournament itself took place on Halloween, October 31.

On hardcore servers, characters that fall to 0 hit points cannot be played further. So, if a player loses their character, they must create a new character and level up again. Only new and properly registered characters that reached level 60 by the cut-off date of October 30 were allowed to participate in the tournament.

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What is a Mak’Gora? Mak’Gora translates roughly to Duel of Honor in the language of the Orcs from World of Warcraft. It refers to an honorable duel between two members of the Horde faction. Participants usually fight only dressed in loincloths until death.

1 winner and 63 corpses – This is how the hardcore tournament in WoW Classic played out

How did the tournament go? On Halloween, a total of 64 players faced the OTK Hardcore tournament. Initially, there was a qualifying round that was supposed to be non-lethal. However, in fact, three players did not survive the qualification, including one who was caught by an explosion from his Goblin Rocket Boots.

The duel for eighth place initially ended in a tie. However, two rogues faced their own Mak’Gora to resolve it cleanly.

How did the final fight play out? The duel for first place took place between Twitch streamers Snutz and Ziqo. The two fought for four minutes. They both kept their distance and tried to force each other to waste resources.

Snutz the Warlock emerged victorious through a combination of damage-over-time spells and attacks from his demon pet. The character stood triumphantly amidst a heap of corpses – among the 63 slain participants was also the cameraman who was supposed to record the event for a stream.

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After the final, Snutz faced another player in a duel, who unfortunately had not officially qualified. Again, the streamer won.

When asked what the winner would do with his $50,000 prize money, Snutz spoke about a potential visit to BlizzCon. For now, however, he wanted to take a break.

Deserved victory or not? The community’s conclusion

On Reddit, user Contract007 states (Reddit) that the two finalists did not win solely through their own efforts: As a participant of the OTK Mak’Gora, everyone knew that Snutz and Ziqo would win from day one.

In the post, Contract007 mentions that in a VOD from Snutz it was already visible a month ago that he had been supplied with important items. Additionally, Snutz had a boost at the start of the tournament that simplified leveling. Furthermore, he had easily obtained a tidal spell before all other players.

The user sees the community of the two streamers as responsible: they actively boosted their idols.

How did the other commentators react? The feedback from the rest of the Reddit community on the post is mixed. User PerfectlySplendid (reddit) points out that streamer Mitch already cheated for $500, and cheating for $50,000 would not be surprising.

Others see it very dryly and write that as long as Blizzard does not officially support these tournaments and does not invest resources behind them, they will not become fairer. However, the rest of the comments praise the performance and entertainment value of the other participants. In general, users hope that in the future, unknown players who do not stream will also get a chance.

Next weekend, BlizzCon 2023 will take place:
BlizzCon 2023 – All important dates for the new WoW expansion, Diablo IV, and more

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