With Cayo Perico, GTA Online received a large island in December 2020. MeinMMO explains how to get there.
What is this new island in GTA 5 Online? The island is called Cayo Perico and belongs to the drug lord El Rubio. It is located south of the coast of San Andreas, the world of GTA 5 and GTA Online. It was added on December 15, 2020, as part of a DLC, the Cayo Perico Heist Update.
Cayo Perico is a tropical island that exudes the charm of Central and South America. Palm trees, beaches, and nice weather give the impression of an idyll. However, the idyll is marred by barriers, barbed wire fences, and armed patrols.
Because El Rubio does not want unauthorized persons moving around the island. In this case, that means the players. But how do you get to Cayo Perico and what can you do there?
Summer, sun…and armed guards. Be careful when exploring the island.
You need to buy a submarine
How do you get to the new island? Cayo Perico is not part of the open game world of GTA Online. It can only be accessed through the heist of the same name. This is the first heist in GTA Online that you can also complete solo.
Here’s how to get there:
Go to the back of the casino. There you will find a club.
There you need to talk to the NPC Miguel Madrazo.
This will activate the starting mission for the Cayo Perico Heist.
To start the heist, you now need to buy the Kosatka submarine. It will cost you 2.2 million dollars.
Once you have bought the submarine, you need to go to the interaction menu (M key on PC, touchpad on PS4/PS5, and options button on Xbox).
In the menu, you need to request the Kosatka under Services.
Your submarine should now appear on the map; you need to head there.
When you arrive at the marked location, the submarine will surface in front of you. So don’t be surprised if you can’t see it right away.
A cutscene will now be triggered in the submarine.
After that, you just need to go to the airport in Los Santos and you can start the heist.
In this video from YouTuber GG, you can watch the whole thing in pictures:
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Why is it worth it? The Cayo Perico Heist is the most lucrative heist in GTA Online. Upon successful completion, you can earn up to 4.5 million dollars. However, this depends on which objectives you complete.
Before you can start the actual heist, you first need to complete some tasks to scout the island.
Is there a free roam mode? Unfortunately, you cannot freely explore the island like the rest of the game world of GTA Online. At one point it was possible due to a glitch, but that was fixed with update 1.53.
Have you explored the island yet? What do you think of Cayo Perico? Would you like to have free exploration?
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Epic Games has made a tactical error. On September 28, CEO Tim Sweeney announced that the company must lay off 830 employees due to cost reasons. However, on the same day, they sold an emote in the online shooter Fortnite, allowing players to make it rain money. This was not acceptable. The emote was removed after one hour.
This was the news: On September 28, a blog post by Epic CEO Tim Sweeney was published. It was an email that had previously gone to the employees of Epic Games. In the email, Sweeney explained that they would be laying off 16% of the workforce, with 830 employees needing to go (via epicgames):
Sweeney stated as a reason that the company has been earning less money than it spends for some time. Therefore, layoffs are now occurring.
Fortnite is growing into a metaverse and becoming an ecosystem for creators. Sweeney had long been optimistic that this would be financially viable, but in retrospect, it was an unrealistic misjudgment. Fortnite is growing, but in the new business model, the profit margin is lower than during the Battle Royale hype.
He then promises that the laid-off employees will land softly and receive some benefits. With these layoffs, Epic Games is financially stable.
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17-year-old is banned from Fortnite, cries in front of 20 million people, uses it for his YouTube career
New emote in the shop found to be in poor taste
This was the spicy part: On the same day that layoffs were announced, Fortnite sold the emote “Share the Wealth” in the cash shop (money for everyone).
With this emote, the Fortnite character holds bundles of cash up in the air, shakes them frantically, and throws them around. This is a motif from rap: “Making it rain money,” literally tossing money around in the club.
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Epic removes the offer from the game after one hour
This was the reaction: The connection between layoffs and the flashy emote was immediately established online and criticized on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. It was perceived as cynical.
Epic then had to respond and removed the entire cash shop offering from Fortnite.
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On Twitter, it was stated that they were aware of the problem. The daily offer would be back at the next reset.
In a statement, Epic confirmed the situation and said they noticed the error about an hour after the offer went live, and that the emote was removed from the shop (via kotaku).
Epic accused of burning too much money in the fight against Steam
How are the layoffs being discussed? The topic is sensitive because it is known that Tim Sweeney has invested a lot of money in his crusade to build the Epic Games Store as an alternative to Steam. Sweeney finds the 30% cut that Steam takes from developers too high and believes it stifles innovation in gaming. He accuses Google and Apple of the same.
In an attempt to challenge Steam’s quasi-monopoly, he is investing a lot of money in exclusive deals with PC publishers or in deals that allow the Epic Games Store to give away free games weekly.
Some accuse him of burning money here: the Epic Games Store offers too few features to compete with Steam.
If you prefer to play games in one go, you can save a lot of money with the Game Pass for Xbox and PC. MeinMMO presents to you 3 games that have been released in the last few weeks and that you can already play for under 15 euros.
What are these games? Here we present to you new releases that were already available in the Game Pass on the first release day. They include AA and AAA titles from various genres.
The games are interesting because each would normally cost between 30 and 60 euros to buy. In the Game Pass, you get them together for a fraction of the price, possibly even for free.
How much does the Game Pass cost? Depending on which version of the Game Pass you want, you will pay different amounts:
the PC Game Pass (including EA Play) costs €9.99 per month
for the Xbox Game Pass you pay €10.99 per month
if you use both platforms or need online multiplayer on Xbox, you can get the Game Pass Ultimate for €14.99 per month
Alternatively, you can sign up for a trial subscription for 14 days and pay only one euro. Additionally, you can be invited by other subscribers and play completely free for 14 days. Ideal if you are planning a vacation and need some games to play.
Starfield
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Starfield – Official Gameplay Trailer
Starfield is the latest role-playing game from Bethesda, the creators of Fallout and The Elder Scrolls. Instead of playing in a fantasy world or in a post-apocalyptic scenario, you will be playing in the distant future – with space travel and alien planets.
The game is a classic Bethesda RPG, where you can level up, spend talent points in various skills, and complete different quests. You will travel with companions through the world, with whom you can even have a romance.
The great feature of Starfield is shipbuilding, allowing you to build and even fly your own spaceship. Depending on whether you prefer a heavy freighter, a large battleship, or a nimble fighter, you can combine various components.
By the way: Bethesda’s survival game Fallout 76 is also included in the Game Pass.
Lies of P
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For everyone who misses Bloodborne, Lies of P is coming out today – also check out the launch trailer
If you are thrilled by Souls games and haven’t played Bloodborne just because you lacked a PlayStation, then Lies of P is just the right game for you. In Lies of P, you play the enchanted puppet of the famous Geppetto, Pinocchio.
The setting makes Lies of P so special: in the baroque city of Krat, the puppets that were supposed to help mankind have gone insane. They slaughter everything and everyone, and now you must save the few survivors.
As typical for Souls games, you have various weapons and builds at your disposal. You fight against “simple” enemies and tough bosses, making progress in the story and uncovering more secrets about the backgrounds of the madness. Compared to other Soulslikes, Lies of P feels a bit harder:
What distinguishes the game from other Soulslikes are the advanced systems of Legion weapons and P-Organs. You always have a secondary weapon integrated into your arm, which has different effects depending on the type. Additionally, there is a second skill tree with P-Organs that you can use to refine your build.
in the Game Pass, Lies of P has 3.6 out of 5 stars
Payday 3
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Payday 3 – Gameplay trailer for the sequel to the co-op shooter
The Payday series has been one of the most popular in the tactical co-op gaming genre for years. You play as a gang of criminals who plan and execute heists to make big money.
Payday impresses especially with its intensity: every mistake is punished, especially as a beginner, but even as an experienced player, you will probably fail more often than succeed. That is exactly what the game aims to achieve. You should plan. However, fans of the series criticize Payday 3 for the fact that this elaborate planning is significantly lacking.
Payday is best played cooperatively with people with whom you can discuss precise tactics. However, the game also works solo with bots. Payday 3 continues the series and introduces new heists, new weapons, and masks to the game.
Unlike its predecessors, Payday 3 does have an online requirement. This, along with bugs and performance issues, resulted in a disastrous rating on Steam at release. The ratings say:
70% of users in the Game Pass give it only one star, here Payday 3 has 1.8 out of 5 stars
If you are interested in Payday, you should opt for the older parts in the Game Pass and wait for the issues with Payday 3 to be resolved.
Recommendations and Classics from the Game Pass
As a Game Pass subscriber, you not only have access to new blockbuster games but also a selection of indie titles and even older games. A few personal recommendations from the author are:
This War of Mine from the same creators, a story game where you have to make difficult choices for the civilians after a war
Total War: Warhammer 3, one of the biggest strategy games ever,with a huge free DLC
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, one of the best story games
Doom Eternal, an action-packed shooter against the hordes of hell
With the Dragon Age saga via EA Play, you also have some of the best role-playing games of all time in Game Pass Ultimate. If you feel nostalgic, the Game Pass also offers The Bards Tale and Dungeon Keeper – games that shaped my childhood.
If the deal between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard goes through, you might soon welcome even more blockbusters in the Game Pass:
Cult of the Lamb is an unusual combination of a cute building game and hardcore fighting. In 2022 it became a huge hit and currently stands at 92% positive on Steam, but the success didn’t come overnight.
What kind of game is this? Cult of the Lamb is a mix of dungeon crawler and colony sim, where the goal is to build your own sect. The cutesy aesthetics stand in stark contrast to the questionable decisions players must make and the quite challenging gameplay when played on the hardest difficulty.
With this combination, the developer team Massive Monster hit a home run: Even before its release, MeinMMO editor-in-chief Leya gushed about the game. After its release in 2022, Cult of the Lamb quickly became a massive hit.
In the first week alone, the game sold over a million copies. On Metacritic, it is in the top 100 highest-rated games of the year, and Polygon and IGN include it in their best lists for 2022. On Steam, it reached a peak of 61,780 concurrent players and stands with 92% recommendations at “overwhelmingly positive” (via SteamDB).
2023 brought new content to Cult of the Lamb, among other things through a collaboration with indie favorite Don’t Starve.
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Do you remember Flash Games?
How did it all begin? Jay Armstrong, Julian Wilton, and James Pearmain, the founders of Massive Monster, began their careers in the gaming industry years before they started working on Cult of the Lamb – initially with Flash games.
With the decline of Flash games, they switched to console and PC games and formed Massive Monster in 2016. Jay Armstrong said in the Noclip Podcast: “We went from games that you can play in 5 minutes and build in 3 months, to full-fledged console games that take 20 hours and where we need 3 years to make them.”
By this time, they had no clue what they were getting into, as the developer adds. Therefore, the team opted for a seemingly logical step: they started remaking some of their old Flash games.
However, they quickly realized that their original plan to produce as many games as possible was not feasible: compared to Flash games, the games were much more time-consuming, and after the second title, Never Give Up, sold rather disappointing, a new strategy was needed.
From the flying whale to hell
How did Cult of the Lamb come about? The idea for a combination of building games like Stardew Valley or Rimworld with roguelikes like Binding of Isaac was born early on. However, finding a concept proved to be more difficult.
In an early version, players were supposed to take on the role of a god whose people lived on a flying whale. The goal was to dive into the world below and gain new followers, but the game mechanics were too cumbersome and couldn’t be grasped quickly enough.
In another version, players could rule over their own hell as the devil and torment lost souls. However, the inmates of this version of the afterlife proved too cute to torment.
The solution came with the idea of building one’s own sect and leaving it up to the player to be a benevolent or cruel leader. Thus, players in Cult of the Lamb can choose whether they want to treat their followers well or poorly, sacrifice them, or let them die of natural causes.
However, the new concept also brought new difficulties.
Building game between Satanism and pandemic
What problems were there? The team faced the challenge of unifying the two very different approaches into one game, so that both halves complement each other, but also provide fun on their own. This was achieved by simplifying both the building aspect and the dungeon crawler aspect, at least compared to games that only cater to one of the genres.
Here, the developers benefited from their experience with Flash games. As Armstrong explained in an interview with Game World Observer, they were used to discarding ideas that didn’t work: “You have to be quick and not get too attached to an idea. […] If something is confusing or the game isn’t moving in the right direction, then it has to go – even if you’ve worked on it for weeks.”
Another concern was, according to Julian Wilton, that publishers and distributors might be put off by the idea of a sect and the associated symbolism. Whether players would be bothered by it was, however, of no concern to them, as the developer stated.
In fact, some critics considered Cult of the Lamb to be “openly satanic” and “heretical,” especially for a supposed children’s game. However, the game is actually not rated for children. According to Wilton, it is up to parents to make their own judgment before allowing or prohibiting it for their children (via YouTube).
However, neither the agency VicScreen, which provided the crucial funding for Cult of the Lamb in 2020, nor publisher Devolver Digital, who additionally funded and eventually released the game, were deterred by the “satanic” symbols.
Although the funding allowed Massive Monster to hire additional help and temporarily grow into a nine-person team, there were further obstacles. The development took place during the corona pandemic, and the team was spread across several continents.
When Cult of the Lamb participated in the Steam Next Fest in 2022, it was quite nerve-wracking, as Armstrong reports. The event, where Steam users can play countless demo versions, is regarded as an important marketing event in the indie scene.
However, due to the pandemic, there had previously been no opportunity to show the game to potential players. Despite these concerns, the Next Fest was an overwhelming success: Cult of the Lamb topped the charts throughout the week and landed on the wish lists of numerous players. A good omen for the release.
How did the release go? So well that it seemed to surprise the team itself. Cult of the Lamb was released on August 11, 2022, on PC, as well as for PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch. In the first week, it reached the milestone of one million units sold, a tremendous success for a small team.
Since then, the developers have delivered several patches to fix minor bugs, as well as free content updates. In parallel, however, it seems that work is already underway on the next secret projects.
A new mount is available in World of Warcraft. It is a must-have for all true witches – and can be earned starting now. But only this month.
The month of October has begun, and that means there are plenty of new items in the trading post in World of Warcraft. Even though the trading post has come under some criticism recently for Blizzard selling additional vendor currencies in the shop as part of “bundles,” there are many rewards that can be earned for free every month.
In the Halloween month of October, fans have a dream fulfilled that they have had since the introduction of the Hallow’s End: a flying broom as a mount. And it is permanent.
How do you get the broom? To earn the broom, you need an active WoW subscription and must fill out your travel diary in the month of October. To do this, you need to complete different activities to earn a total of 1,000 travel points. Your progress here is account-wide, so you can work on it across multiple characters.
The tasks are completed very quickly this time.
What makes the broom so special? A flying broom has so far only been available in World of Warcraft as a temporary mount, namely during Hallow’s End. There, you can get a broom from various quests or from the Headless Horseman. The catch: the broom disappears after the event ends.
But not the “Eve’s Ghastly Rider.” This broom can be used all year round.
Even better: During Hallow’s End, summoning the broom has no cast time. So you can “spontaneously” mount up – just like with the Hallow’s End broom.
The activities in October are diverse and particularly easy to complete. Here are some suggestions for how you can quickly get the broom:
Defeat Coren Direbrew during the Brewfest (150 points).
Catch 50 fish in Pandaria (100 points).
Visit your farm in Pandaria and dig up 1x dirt (50 points).
Complete 15 quests in Pandaria that grant experience (150 points).
Complete 10 quests (100 points).
Complete 25 quests (100 points).
Complete 50 quests (100 points).
Defeat a world boss on the Dragon Isles (100 points).
Complete a PvP world quest (100 points).
Ride a carousel at the Darkmoon Faire (50 points).
These are just a few suggestions. There are many more missions, so you can choose your easiest path. You can also visit dungeons, level a character, or gather points in PvP.
You have until the end of the month, exactly until October 31st, to earn the broom.
Have you already gotten the broom? Or are you diligently completing the tasks?
To have the ultimate gaming experience in EA FC 24 , it is important to choose the right camera settings. We have looked at how the professionals play the new FIFA successor.
How do I change the camera settings? To change your camera perspective, go to the general game settings. There you will see the third main category listed as Camera. Select this, and you will find a range of different aspects listed.
We will show you, using the explanation video of a German professional player, what a good camera perspective in EA FC 24 looks like and which camera settings you should choose for that.
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Why should I change my camera settings? The preset EA Sports GameCam may seem very dynamic and offers an interesting perspective on the game. However, it feels a bit odd for most long-time gamers and is not used by the eSports players.
This view is also shared by FIFA professional BeneCR7x from VFL Bochum. In his video, he goes into detail about the best camera settings for him and explains his recommendations.
Two camera settings emerge that offer you the best overview in the game. On one hand, the Broadcast Tele, which most other professionals also play, and the Coop camera.
What do I need to consider when changing the camera settings? The video makes it clear that if you settle on the Coop camera, you won’t have to make any further adjustments. The situation is different for the Broadcast Tele.
If you decide on the Broadcast Tele camera, you also have the option to keep the default settings in the “Individual Camera Settings” or adjust the zoom and height individually.
BeneCR7x confirms that the vast majority of professionals play the Broadcast Tele cam with the individual settings “Height 20” and “Zoom 0”, as this offers the best overview.
Once you have laid the foundation for your success in EA FC 24 with the best camera settings, we will show you in our Tactics and Formations for the Start how to best set up your team before the game.
The professional also tends to prefer Broadcast Tele for his own play style, but he has an additional tip for EA FC 24 for you.
The German FIFA professional is playing this year with the Broadcast Tele on the default settings, with height and zoom both set to 10. He justifies his decision by stating that the focus this year is on dribbling, and with a closer zoom, he would have better control over his players.
October is especially the best month of the year for horror fans. MyMMO author Linda looks forward to this time every year and has put together a small list of games for your Spooky Season here.
Trigger Warning: This article and the listed games may contain disturbing topics such as suicide, mental illnesses, or physical, emotional, and sexual violence.
GYLT
Developer: Tequila Works | Release Date: July 6, 2023 | Rating: 97% positive | Mode: Single Player
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GYLT Trailer
What kind of game is this? In GYLT, you accompany little Sally, who is searching for her cousin Emily and ends up in a twisted version of the city of Maine after being chased by a group of bullies. Here, her fears and bad memories await her, which have taken on a very dark and real form.
GYLT is an adventure with puzzle, stealth, and combat mechanics and was released earlier this year on Steam.
Why this game? Even though GYLT may seem a bit childish at first glance to many, it made it onto this list not only because of its good rating on Steam.
If you watch the trailer, GYLT looks like a game that offers many aspects that make a good horror game. You can see dark, deserted alleys, threatening messages, mannequins, and strange creatures. In various situations, you sneak through the world or confront your fears in battle.
And many horror fans or simply those who know Stephen King novels will surely be convinced by the setting of Maine.
At Dead of Night
Developer: Baggy Cat Ltd. | Release Date: November 19, 2020 | Rating: 93% positive | Mode: Single Player
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At dead of night
What kind of game is this? You play as Maya, who is trapped in a hotel with her friends. Unlike her friends, Maya can move through the hotel and must free her companions.
She is hunted by the hotel owner Jimmy Hall, who himself has a strange secret and is heavily involved in the stories of the ghosts. As Maya, you have the ability to speak with the ghosts of the hotel, and before your escape, it is your task to uncover and understand the history of the hotel and its owner.
The game is a strategic role-playing game that was released in 2020 on Steam.
Why this game? At Dead of Night may not offer creepy creatures or thrilling fights, but it is still perfect for a few creepy game nights.
In this game, you are constantly on edge because Jimmy is always after you and can be hiding around every corner and in every shadow, with you constantly hearing him call after you.
The stories you uncover are not only interesting but also quite disturbing at times. Additionally, the game is kept completely realistic. Real images of actual rooms and the actors themselves were used, instead of just a model of them. This creates an incredibly good atmosphere and an interesting gaming experience.
Scrutinized
Developer: Reflect Studios | Release Date: August 5, 2020 | Rating: 89% positive | Mode: Single Player
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Scrutinized Trailer
What kind of game is this? In Scrutinized, you take on the role of a young criminal analyst who has made it her task to uncover the crimes in the neighborhood. She does this using several programs on her computer that provide her with police records, chat histories, and personal information.
Your task is to connect this information and identify the real criminals. However, you should always keep an eye on your apartment. Because two criminals from this neighborhood have set their sights on you.
Windows or doors keep opening, the power goes out, or the security cameras pick up something. If you do not respond to these signs, your end will come quicker than you can imagine.
Why this game? Scrutinized definitely caters to a different kind of horror than terrifying creatures do. But even though the game has a very simple and repetitive mechanic, it is definitely not for the faint of heart.
Not knowing what is happening behind you and the constant thought that someone could be in the house could trigger a certain paranoia in many people. Scrutinized plays very well with this, which is why it is certainly perfect for a few thrilling evenings.
Developer: Puppet Combo | Release Date: October 23, 2020 | Rating: 96% positive | Mode: Single Player
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Murder House
What kind of game is this? As part of a news team, you venture into the abandoned house of an executed serial killer in search of a hot story. No one could have guessed that you would become the hunted yourself.
Did the notorious Easter Ripper expect you in his house, or is it someone else who has snatched the costume and made you his target? Whether you can escape from the house and a serial killer is up to you.
Murder House is a survival horror game that was released in 2020 on Steam.
Why this game? Murder House lets you experience what it’s like to be on the run from a serial killer. That alone makes it a good horror game. But also the story that awaits you throughout the game is quite disturbing.
Additionally, the nostalgic design of the game and many gameplay mechanics reminiscent of old PS1 classics make Murder House a special horror experience.
The Outlast Trials
Developer: Red Barrels | Release Date: May 18, 2023 | Rating: 93% positive | Mode: Online Co-op
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The Outlast Trials
What kind of game is this? In the time of the Cold War, you sign up as human guinea pigs for Murkoff Corp. to have methods of brainwashing and mind control tested on you.
You undergo terribly brutal, bloody, frightening, and morally questionable tests and tasks that strongly tug at your nerves. Of course, all in the name of science.
The Outlast Trials was released this year on Steam and is currently in Early Access.
Why this game? Its single-player predecessor, Outlast, is likely already one of the most well-known horror games of recent years. So it’s almost logical that The Outlast Trials also had to make it onto this list.
What makes the game interesting for horror fans is not only its graphical presentation, which looks like a perfect horror movie. Especially the fact that you can play the game with your friends is a big plus. Facing creepy and challenging situations together is not just easy but also a lot of fun.
Do you have any other recommendations for some good horror games? We would appreciate more suggestions in the comments.
The most endings in Baldur’s Gate 3 are known. But one is so strange that you can only see it with a lot of luck.
In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are numerous different endings. Although it is not the 17,000 different endings that were once roughly mentioned, there are still some differences. Depending on which party members you have, which final decisions you make, and whom you helped to the end with various problems, the ending can be shaped.
However, one ending is likely so rare that only a handful of players have seen it so far.
Where does it come from? In the subreddit of Baldur’s Gate, the user gwiguig showed some pictures from the game of his fiancée. She apparently experienced this during her first playthrough and was accordingly amused by it because: All heroes were transformed into dogs and cats in the final moments.
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What triggers it? This ending is caused by the “Wild Magic” trait, which can occur in a few subclasses. Wild Magic has a chance to trigger a random effect when casting spells (or triggering certain effects, such as Rage). Most of these effects are actually useful – such as temporary flying for your character or a boost that allows you to take another action.
One of the effects, however, is also “Wild Shape” – this turns all creatures in a certain radius into mostly harmless cats and dogs.
This very effect was triggered in the final round of the last battle.
The problem: The effect continues even afterward and remains active in all subsequent cutscenes. Instead of a dramatic ending sequence where all characters reflect on their lives again… they do so as dogs and cats.
Although the ending and the emotional weight of the last minutes are thus somewhat ridiculed when suddenly cats and dogs talk about the future of their being, the ending is still quite amusing.
Or, as gwiguig summarizes it: ‘Game of the decade, thank you Larian.’
In EA FC 24 there is a rich selection of goal celebrations that you can execute. But especially the Griddy is very popular and we will explain to you how to do it.
The FIFA successor EA FC 24 brings a total of 8 new goal celebrations to the game, which you can use to celebrate your goals extensively. The celebration we want to look at here, however, was already present in FIFA 23.
It is the Griddy and it is back in EA FC 24 and we will tell you how it works.
This is the Griddy: The Griddy dance is a popular dance that probably first appeared in the NFL. There, Justin Jefferson made it famous after he used it for celebrations after touchdowns. The Griddy quickly found its way to soccer, and various professionals like Christian Pulisic were seen dancing the Griddy after scoring goals.
What is very important to execute the Griddy in EA FC 24: You must first score a goal. Once you’ve done that, it’s not hard to impress your opponent with a smooth Griddy.
This is all you need to do:
Hold the right trigger
Flick the right stick up twice
Your goal hero will be dancing the Griddy and looks damn cool. Here you can see how it looks in the game:
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If you accidentally mess up and execute a different celebration, no problem. Just press R1 and L1 at the same time and you break any celebration animation and jump straight to the kick-off.
What do you think about the Griddy? Are you already using it actively in EA FC 24 or do you have another favorite? Feel free to let us know in the comments!
If you want to secure strong players at the moment, take a look at the new RTTK card (Road to the Knockouts) of Giovanni Reyna:
In Pokémon GO, trainers have been able to request routes for several weeks now, but these are not approved for days. We at MeinMMO wanted to know what the reason is and have asked the developers.
Which feature is it about? Since the end of July, there has been a new feature in Pokémon GO: Routes. These can be created by players so that other trainers can follow interesting paths this way. For this, they are rewarded by the game.
However, trainers have been criticizing the long wait times for submitted routes to finally appear in the game on social media for weeks. This particularly impacts players during the current event Nichts wie raus, which revolves entirely around routes. In many places, there are still none available.
We subsequently asked Niantic for a statement and show you their response as well as tips for requesting new routes.
Niantic wants to focus on high-quality routes
What did Niantic write? After the criticism of the routes increased with the start of the current event, we asked Niantic for a statement. We wanted to know from them why the review of submitted routes takes so long and what trainers might consider during submission to speed it up. The following was conveyed to us:
Thank you for your inquiry. We’re pleased to say that Routes has proved extremely popular with the community. Right now, approvals in some instances are taking longer than we want them to, and we’re actively working to improve the process. Rest assured we’re working to get as many quality routes that meet our standards into the world as possible for Trainers to enjoy.
Niantic via email to MeinMMO
Niantic let us know that approvals in some cases take longer than they would like and assured us that they are working to improve the process. Their goal is to introduce as many high-quality routes into the game as possible for trainers to enjoy.
Can the process be expedited? Yes, Niantic also wrote to us that trainers should pay attention to their tips for creating routes. These explain how to submit high-quality paths and, if considered, have a higher chance of being approved. They wrote:
In the meantime, we encourage Trainers to read through this FAQ to gain some tips on how to submit high quality routes that stand a higher chance of being approved.
Niantic via email to MeinMMO
What should you consider when requesting routes?
Who can create routes? Currently, only trainers with at least level 40 can create routes. Child accounts are excluded in this regard. The existing routes can, however, be used by all trainers.
These are the 4 things you should consider:On their help page, Niantic addresses the various reasons why routes are frequently rejected by them. Accordingly, you should consider the following points when submitting to get your routes a bit closer:
Your routes should not lead through private property or sensitive areas, including schools and kindergartens.
It’s better not to plan your routes along pubs or establishments for adults. These are also a thorn in the side of the developers.
Choose safe paths. Since nothing should happen to players while following the routes, inaccessible, unsafe, and dangerous paths and areas will be rejected.
Consider your wording in the title and description. If your text contains insults, inappropriate content, or personal information, then your route is also unlikely to make it into the game.
Additionally, Niantic states that they also reject routes that hint at cheating or spam.
What are routes even important for? Primarily, the routes serve as an interesting feature in the game through which you can earn rewards. If you follow them, you can also, with a bit of luck, find Zygarde cells, which you need to change your Zygarde’s form as well as the special research Von A bis Zygarde to solve.
Additionally, the routes are currently also needed for the Nichts wie raus event. Here, they are interesting not only regarding the event bonuses but must also be used to complete the time-limited research Nichts wie raus.
In contrast to the special research with Zygarde, this is only active until October 2, 2023, at 8:00 PM local time. For many players, it is particularly frustrating that there are still so few routes available in the game and that their own have not yet made it into Pokémon GO.
What have your experiences with the routes been? Can you use any in your area? Or are you also still waiting in vain for approval in the game? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.
Henry Cavill has had a knack for heroic roles in recent years. After The Witcher and Superman, he is now playing an agent in Argylle. The film is set to be released in theaters in 2024 and promotes its humor.
What is Argylle about? The writer Elly Conway prefers to spend her evenings alone in front of the computer. There she spends her time writing her new spy bestseller.
Over time, she notices that the fictional story about the top agent Argylle is becoming a reality. The spy is played by Henry Cavill and must fight against a global espionage syndicate. The author gets caught up in the power struggle, with the boundaries between reality and fiction seeming to blur.
Universal Pictures promotes the film as a spy thriller with sharp humor. Elly enjoys the company of her cat Alfie, but spy Aiden is allergic to furry animals, which could lead to funny situations. The film is set to take place around the world and go beyond reality.
In the first trailer, you can get an impression of Argylle:
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Argylle promises high-profile cast
In the film, not only is Henry Cavill featured as a renowned actor. The rest of the cast is also impressive. The following stars are in the film:
Henry Cavill (known from The Witcher)
Bryce Dallas Howard (known from Jurassic World)
John Cena (known from Fast X)
Catherine O’Hara (known from Home Alone)
Sofia Boutella (known from Rebel Moon)
Samuel L. Jackson (known from Marvel)
Dua Lipa (known from Barbie)
Sam Rockwell (known from Moon)
Bryan Cranston (known from Breaking Bad)
Ariana DeBose (known from West Side Story)
The pop singer Dua Lipa not only plays a role in the film but also contributes the title song to Argylle.
When will the movie be in theaters? Argylle is set to premiere in Germany on February 1, 2023. After that, the film is expected to be available on Apple TV+. However, the start date for the streaming service is still unknown.
After three seasons, the Witcher will be replaced by Liam Hemsworth. He will take over the role of Geralt of Rivia starting from season 4. The series is currently available to watch on Netflix.
In EA FC 24 the curled shot offers a high chance of scoring goals. In general, it makes sense to master this and other shooting techniques to increase your chances of scoring in every situation.
What other shots are there? In addition to the curled shot, there is also the chip shot, the power shot, the outside of the foot shot, and the flair shot. Knowing the different techniques and their executions not only improves your quality in front of the goal.
You will probably need different shooting variations throughout the year to complete tasks in Ultimate Team. Therefore, we will show you how to perform each shot and how they can help you in the game.
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All Shots in EA FC 24: How They Work
What do the different shooting techniques bring me? After the first games this year, we noticed that goalkeepers show strong reflexes on the goal line and are hard to beat with normal shots. Therefore, we will show you how to situationally use different shot variations successfully and how to perform them. Additionally, we will also clarify whether certain playstyles can enhance the corresponding shots.
We base our guides on the assumption that you are using the classic FIFA settings for your controller settings. We start with perhaps the most important shot in EA FC 24.
Curled Shot
Is there a playstyle for the curled shot? Yes, there is an appropriate playstyle. This gives your curled shots even more accuracy and spin. An example of a player with the Playstyle Plus is Antoine Griezmann.
As the name suggests, you apply spin to the ball with this finishing technique to curl it around the goalkeeper into the goal. The curled shot is taken with the inside of the foot and is most effective when you aim with your player’s strong foot at the far post.
This year, it is suitable not only for curls from outside the box but also in one-on-one situations with the goalkeeper.
How do I perform the curled shot? Simply hold R1 on PlayStation or RB on Xbox during a shot. If you are shooting from more than 16 m, charge the shot properly so that it flies towards the goal with enough speed.
From close distances, you can vary between low and high curled shots by holding the shoot button for more or less time.
Next, we move on to the counterpart of the curled shot.
Outside of the Foot Shot
Is there a suitable playstyle? There is also a playstyle for the outside of the foot shot. Trivela gives your outside of the foot shots more precision and automatically applies them contextually. The master of the outside of the foot is Luka Modrić and accordingly received the Trivela Playstyle+.
Unlike the curled shot, the outside of the foot shot is taken with the outside of the foot. In EA FC 24, the outside of the foot shot is effective both inside and outside the penalty area.
How do I perform the Trivela shot? Hold L2 on the PlayStation or LT on the Xbox while executing a shot. Make sure to position yourself slightly sideways to the ball so that your player can perform an outside of the foot shot.
Similar to the curled shots, you should also aim for the far corner with the Trivela shots and apply more or less power depending on your position.
Next, we come to a shot that naturally carries enough power.
Power Shot
Does the power shot have a strengthening playstyle? There is also a suitable playstyle for the power shot. This allows you to accelerate the charging of the shot and add even more speed to the already powerful finish.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who despite the disappointment of a major YouTuber is no longer among the top players in EA FC 24, is still the most famous example of Playstyle+ for the power shot.
The power shot has been around since FIFA 23. It is the hardest shot in the entire game. However, its execution is not entirely simple because you need to align your left stick exactly towards the goal, so that the power shot does not fly into the stands.
Additionally, its charging takes time during which your opponent can separate you from the ball. Taking these aspects into account, the power shot is a real asset.
This is how you perform the power shot: Hold L1 and R1 on the PS during a shot or LB and RB on the Xbox. The camera will then focus on the ball and player. Try to keep your left stick stable towards the goal and not move it anymore.
The power shot can be used in all situations, as long as you have enough time and space. When the power shot is on target, it becomes dangerous for any goalkeeper.
After discussing the rustic variant, we now show the fine blade.
Chip Shot
Is there a playstyle? Yes, the chip shot playstyle allows you to execute chips faster and even more accurately.
Borussia Dortmund’s long-time captain and superstar, Marco Reus, has indeed received a solid downgrade in EA FC 24 like some other deserving players, but he masters the chips with the Playstyle+ like few others.
Chips are balls that are played over the goalkeeper. Chips are best used when the opposing goalkeeper is too far off their line or aggressively rushes at you in a one-on-one situation.
How does the chip shot work? For a gentle chip, hold the L1 button while shooting. Depending on how far you are from the goal, you can charge it more or less strongly.
The chip shot is sensible outside the penalty area when the goalkeeper is far off the goal. With the chip shot playstyle, you can also use chip shots to overcome rushing keepers just before they attempt to dive on the ball.
Finally, we look at a particularly stylish finish.
Flair Shot
Can I only perform flair shots if I have the flair playstyle? No, in principle, any player can take a flair shot. However, the flair playstyle greatly helps with the precision of executing such shots. Additionally, a flair shot is automatically executed contextually when the opportunity arises for the player.
The flair shot is the least effective type of shot among those listed here. It is primarily meant to add style to your game and looks cool.
The flair shot requires a bit of practice in execution and a suitable situation: To bring a flair shot on target, you theoretically just need to press L2 on PlayStation or LT on Xbox.
Flair shots are not easy to pull off. They heavily depend on the positioning towards the ball prior to the shot. If a ball is crossed into the penalty area and is behind your player, he can execute what is known as a scorpion kick, as seen in the image above.
Other variants of the flair shot are the backheel shot or the rabona shot.
To conclude our various shooting techniques, we would like to give you a few more tips on how to improve the finishes listed here.
Timed Finish greatly increases your chances of scoring
What is Timed Finish? This option, which you can individually enable or disable in the game settings, adds power and precision to your shots when executed correctly. Timed Finish is one of the most challenging disciplines in EA FC 24 and requires a lot of practice.
The Timed Finish is activated by a second click on the shoot button. You need to hit the timing when the player strikes the ball during the shooting attempt. If you hit this moment and score the Timed Finish in green, the ball is likely to find the net.
If you are too early, your shot will be very inaccurate.
Timed Finish can be applied to all shots, including headers and volleys. These direct hits from the air are also considered shots on goal and can be enhanced by playstyles.
Which playstyles do I need for volleys and headers? Acrobat and Power Header are the ideal playstyles to make direct strikes from the air more powerful and precise.
You will notice that the best goal scorers combine the playstyles listed above for various shooting techniques with the playstyles for direct strikes.
To conclude, you first need to create some space. With the new OP dribbling in EA FC 24, this shouldn’t be a problem.
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In EA Sports FC 24 you can earn rewards through the Squad Battles mode. When do the rewards come? We show you the time of the rewards.
When do the Squad Battles rewards come? The Squad Battles rewards in Ultimate Team are always available on Sunday at 10:05 AM. The current competition always ends at 10:00 AM, and then the ranking is completed. The rewards are available immediately after.
How to get Squad Battles rewards in EA FC 24
How do I earn Squad Battles rewards? The current competition always lasts for one week. Every match you play in Squad Battles earns you points for the overall ranking. You earn points for victories, but also for things within the game, like goals and similar.
A total of 32 matches per week count towards the ranking. Anything you play beyond that in Squad Battles will not be counted.
The final ranking is dynamic, which means: Your placement at the end of the week depends on how many points you have collected compared to other players. This means: For example, if you are ranked Gold 1 on Friday, someone might overtake you by Sunday and you drop down again.
At the start of EA Sports FC 24, Squad Battles are especially worthwhile
Why are Squad Battles worthwhile? In Squad Battles, you play against AI and not against real opponents. You can even set the difficulty, with higher levels offering more points.
In any case, Squad Battles are a very good place to gain some experience with the game shortly after the release of EA Sports FC 24 and to learn some tricks and moves.
Moreover, you don’t necessarily need particularly good cards in the game to succeed here, as you can also collect rewards well with starter teams to gradually improve your squad.
Special tasks: Additionally, there are numerous tasks in the objectives that require you to achieve victories, goals, successful assists, and similar. You can usually complete these in Squad Battles and quickly secure a few packs to draw reinforcements for your team.
Also, the new evolutions partially rely on you winning matches – and that is also possible in Squad Battles depending on the task. So use the mode to build your evolutions when that isn’t working in Rivals yet.
The evolutions feature is one of the most exciting innovations in FUT, as it allows you to raise players’ values to levels they would never reach otherwise. This can make some cards suddenly very interesting for your team, which previously had no chance of a spot in the team.
This week, the German MMORPG Teredor revealed new details regarding an engine switch and the release on Steam. Additionally, there were news about Throne and Liberty, Corepunk, and WoW, where Chris Metzen has officially returned.
The highlights of the week:
Teredor is a German MMORPG with a very special monetization model without subscription, but also without a shop. They have now announced the switch from Unity to Unreal Engine 5, new tests, English language support, and generally the release on Steam (via Teredor).
The scandal of the week: Chris Metzen is back. The father of Warcraft is working full-time at Blizzard again and is supposed to manage the entire franchise.
The week in the podcast: In their own podcast MMO News, MeinMMO editors Alexander Leitsch and Mark Sellner discuss the most important news around MMORPGs this week. Topics included the EVE fan festival, EverQuest 3, Throne and Liberty, and a comprehensive summary of the new GW2 expansion Secrets of the Obscure.
You can listen to the podcast on Apple, YouTube or here on Spotify:
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Final Fantasy XIV has released the patch notes for the upcoming update 6.5 (via FFXIV).
Black Desert now has permanent season servers that you can activate with the help of a ticket. There were also new events and some class adjustments in an update (via BDO).
Until October 10, there is an event in ESO, through which you can earn additional rewards and even a free house for the entire community (via ESO).
These are the MMORPG news of the week at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience anything interesting this week that you would like to share? Or did we perhaps forget something important? Feel free to let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO.
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Richard Garriott, also known as Lord British, is considered the inventor of MMORPGs. In 2013, he announced his new game Shroud of the Avatar. This was meant to bring the genre back to its roots, offering more freedom while also enhancing role-playing. However, 10 years later, it is practically dead. We summarize the story for you again.
What made the game so interesting? Richard Garriott created an absolute worldwide success from scratch with the Ultima series. The pinnacle was Ultima Online in 1997, an MMORPG that still runs today. Garriott himself coined the term “Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game” at that time and has since been regarded as the founder of the genre.
After his follow-up project Tabula Rasa had failed spectacularly, he launched a new attack in 2013. With Shroud of the Avatar, he aimed to restore the former glory of MMORPGs. He was not fond of newer titles like SWTOR or Guild Wars 2, which catered too much to casual players.
His new game, on the other hand, was supposed to be less linear, involve less mindless grinding, and above all, focus on role-playing:
You should be able to write your own story as a trader, crafter, collector, or adventurer.
This story should, in turn, entail decisions and corresponding consequences.
Housing should also become an important element.
Classes were discarded, as had been the case with Ultima.
The focus should be on a modern action combat system.
To finance this milestone among MMORPGs, he turned to Kickstarter, which worked very well at the time.
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4 crowdfunding MMORPGs that really flopped
2 million dollars at launch, 15 million in total
How did the Kickstarter campaign go? Very well. The original goal of 1 million dollars was reached quite quickly. Within 30 days, it even reached 1,919,275 dollars, donated by a total of 22,322 supporters. 11 people even purchased the largest package for 10,000 dollars.
At that time, there was not much of the game to see. It was more about the ideas presented and the fact that Lord British was making a new game, which excited the players.
Unlike most Kickstarter MMORPGs, Garriott managed to complete his game to the extent that it became playable in March 2015. In a kind of early access, fans could explore the game world of New Britannia and try out the first content.
How was that received? Mixed, with many reviews surprisingly positive. There was criticism for the weak graphics, reminiscent of an early 2000s game, the outdated combat system, and missing content that had originally been promised.
Little of the vision Garriott had praised in 2013 remained. The promised hardcore approach was no longer evident.
However, many fans still believed in the promises back then and therefore even gave positive ratings. They read something like this: “Yes, the game is still absolutely unfinished, but it is an alpha. However, it looks very promising.” Time was supposed to save the game.
What happened next? Initially, Shroud of the Avatar developed very well financially. Through a shop – which some sarcastically say is the only modern aspect of the MMORPG – the game quickly broke the 4 million mark and later even over 15 million dollars that fans invested.
However, not everyone was pleased with this form of monetization. There were houses for hundreds and a castle for 12,000 dollars, as well as countless cosmetics and other bonuses.
Nevertheless, many fans remained loyal to the MMORPG because it ultimately contributed to the bigger picture – a new Ultima. The developers themselves reportedly said: We are the target of an organized hate campaign.
A weak release and the exit of Lord British
How did the player numbers develop? Since Shroud of the Avatar was released almost from the beginning alongside its own client also on Steam, the player numbers can be tracked quite well. During early access, an average of between 50 and 200 people played simultaneously; the game had about 587 players at the official release in 2018.
This isn’t the total number, but it gives a good indication of how the numbers have developed overall. CEO Chris Spears also mentioned at one point that about a third or a quarter of all players were on Steam, the others would use the actual launcher.
As of now, in 2023, there are still about 35 players logging in simultaneously at peak times. Currently, Shroud of the Avatar only has 52% positive reviews on Steam, with around 3,000 ratings.
How is the studio doing? Not so well. There were early rumors that they were running out of money. Then a model was introduced where players could become shareholders in the company. However, associated rewards, such as insight into finances or player numbers, were not provided.
Moreover, there was a first wave of layoffs in 2018 after the release, and in 2019 the office was closed, with employees expected to continue developing the game remotely to save costs. In October 2019, the game along with its rights and assets was sold to another company. The head of that company was, however, Chris Spears, the former president of Portalarium, the studio behind SOTA.
As a result, the company was completely replaced by Richard Garriott, and he himself played no further role in the development of the MMORPG.
You can listen to a detailed version of the development history in this video by KiraTV:
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The game is still running, and Garriott is working on an MMORPG
Where stands the MMORPG today? Shroud of the Avatar still receives irregular updates. However, these are no longer as significant as during early access and release times. The overall player numbers are likely to be modest.
However, anyone who is interested can try the game at any time.
Richard Garriott himself is working on a new MMORPG based on NFTs. It is intended to be a modern Ultima again, with an isometric perspective and lands that players can own:
At the Fantasy Filmfest, many films from the horror, sci-fi, and thriller genres can be enjoyed every year. But many other genres also find their place. During the festival, MeinMMO author Nikolas Hernes watched a film that fascinated him despite its bizarre premise.
Which film is it? The French film The Animal Kingdom, which will be called Animalia in German, was featured at Fantasy Filmfest 2023. The premise sounds bizarre at first. Due to an unknown disease, humans suddenly transform into animals.
As they mutate slowly into an animal, they lose more and more humanity as the disease progresses. The focus of the story is on François and his son Émile. Émile’s mother is also suffering from the illness and should actually be taken care of in a medical center in rural France.
But during an accident during the patient transport, she disappears, and François does everything he can to find her. Meanwhile, Émile is at a new school and has to cope with the problems regarding his mother as well as navigate the challenges there.
A French trailer for the film can be seen here:
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Despite its sci-fi premise, The Animal Kingdom is a quiet and emotional film that primarily focuses on the father-son relationship between François and Émile. And here, one must give great praise.
The two actors Romain Duris and Paul Kircher have a wonderful chemistry together. Whether they are laughing, crying, or arguing, everything always feels authentic and is fantastically acted. But Paul Kircher also impresses on his own with his talent, and every minute one feels with him.
The actual disease in The Animal Kingdom is a framework that tells many coming-of-age themes. One’s own puberty and the process of growing up and rebelling against parental structures are depicted here without clichés and effectively.
Émile is not just a rebellious teen who constantly yells at his father. The many moments of crisis are balanced by fun and emotional scenes that have personally moved me.
One understands both sides, and François, who only wants to protect his son and keep his family together, is authentic and relatable. The themes of societal exclusion, acceptance, and a violent society weave beautifully into this personal story.
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In addition to the acting and writing performance, the costumes of the animal-human hybrids are a true highlight. Practical effects were used here, making many of the costumes look fantastic. There is hardly any CGI nonsense that harms the immersion.
And the concepts of the different mutated humans are fascinating, leading to small body horror moments that never turn into actual scares or horror. A quiet film with such a premise and setup is a nice change of pace.
As a fan of such premises, I was incredibly impressed by how emotional the film really is. The father-son relationship captured me throughout the entire film, and the various costumes were a little highlight. I can only recommend everyone to give the film a chance and believe that it is really worth it when it is released in the regular market here.
The film is expected to be released in Germany in January 2024 under the title Animalia.
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Riot has implemented a penalty for toxic players in League of Legends. However, this causes these players to vent their frustration in ARAMs. MeinMMO reveals what it’s all about.
With Patch 13.19, Riot introduced a significant change to the ranked mode. Toxic players who behave particularly poorly will be penalized, temporarily excluding them from ranked matches. To participate again in ranked play, they must complete a specified number of normal matches, ARAMs or rotating game modes such as URF.
However, ARAMs are apparently being flooded by some toxic players who are now venting their frustration there. Players are upset and demand that toxic players leave ARAM alone.
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Toxic players do not make an effort in ARAM, just to quickly return to ranked play
What do the players say? The current penalty for toxic behavior states that players who stand out negatively in ranked mode will be banned for five games. During this time, it seems that some players choose to use ARAM as a speedrun – to get back into ranked matches as quickly as possible.
ARAM players are frustrated with some toxic players because they do not make an effort. The player LittleMacAteBigMac emphasizes on Reddit that already after one day his chat window is filled with messages urging players to finish the game quickly. Some even go so far as to play without items or with strange item combinations – just to end the game as quickly as possible.
He also writes:
[…] It bothers me because ARAM is significantly less toxic than Summoner’s Rift and for some people it’s the ideal way to play League. Now it’s a great opportunity for toxic types to relieve stress […] without fear that their rank will be punished. […] Leave ARAM alone.[…]
Other players are also increasingly frustrated and express their dissatisfaction on Reddit, while simultaneously suggesting possible solutions:
Boredy0 writes: No idea why they set it to 5 games instead of 3 wins, everyone could see it coming that people would just try to lose as quickly as possible.
bearingtoon12 suggests: The fact that they pair the unruly players in the queue with the rest of the players for normals and ARAMs is absolutely crazy. Put them all in one lobby against each other.
DazeandConfusedTuna is fed up and writes: This is the only way I still play League, and honestly, I don’t plan to return as long as they don’t change this penalty to something else. The reason I still play ARAM is due to the low toxicity, so I’m really not pleased that Riot is ruining my gaming experience.
Overall, the dissatisfaction in the League of Legends community regarding the current changes in the ranked system and their impact on ARAM games is clearly palpable. Players yearn for a pleasant and fair gaming experience.
Now it is up to Riot to take the feedback and concerns of the players seriously and possibly make further adjustments to the ranked system.
MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller has thought about what he could have done better after over 120 hours in Starfield and has written down 5 suitable tips for you.
Starfield offers you plenty of options to spend your time in space and accumulate countless hours of gameplay. You can largely decide for yourself how you play and what you do when.
But not every decision made while playing such a powerful game as Starfield is a good one. Therefore, I will summarize 5 lessons I have learned over time in Starfield.
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Spend more credits on weapons and ammunition
In Starfield, you earn a ton of credits throughout the game. Whether through quests, selling loot, or completing bounty missions, you will find ways to make money.
What I found out in my first playthrough of Starfield is that I spent way too little money on weapons and ammunition. I wasn’t weak or out of ammo; my problem was that I didn’t use really fun weapons for a long time.
For example, we talked in the editorial office, but also among friends, about the best weapons in Starfield and I had to realize that I don’t actually own many of the highly praised firearms.
Some I didn’t want to buy out of greed, others I sold because the ammunition was too expensive. So, I went around all the time with cheap guns I found on dead enemies and used the ammo they had in their pockets.
That’s annoying because the gunplay in Starfield can be really fun. So, feel free to buy different weapons, test them out, and don’t hesitate to spend credits to have enough ammunition for a cool rifle.
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Build an outpost earlier
If you want to buy expensive weapons and ammunition, you obviously need a lot of credits. With the construction of an outpost, you can create a solid source of resources early on.
I waited several hours during my first playthrough before I built an outpost for the first time. At first, I wanted to experience action, then explore different worlds, and generally, my outpost should be located on one of the best planets in Starfield.
All those hours could have been used by the outpost to farm resources. Resources that I could have later used or sold for the construction of additional outposts. I wasted time and learned that, for example, a plutonium farm is a way to make money quickly.
Organize a ship for fighting rather than a freighter
I admit, I used the Frontier for way too long – that is the ship we received from Constellation at the beginning of the game. Sure, I upgraded it for over 200,000 credits and I thought it looked really cool, but it was still terrible.
There were just space battles against hostile factions where I was mercilessly outmatched – even though Bethesda deliberately made the AI of enemy ships dumb.
My problem was that I had set the focus on shipbuilding wrong. My Frontier should look cool, provide plenty of space for crew members, and have a large cargo capacity.
Eventually, I realized that due to a lack of skills, I couldn’t take as many crew members with me as my ship had space for. Additionally, only unused resources and unnecessary junk lay in my cargo hold.
The worst part is that there are good free ships in Starfield that I simply didn’t use. If I had left my freighter-converted Frontier as it was and instead flown the small Razorleaf, ship battles would have been much more fun for me.
Read comics distributed on planets and in spaceships
I realized early in the game that most of the lootable stuff is worthless junk that I shouldn’t carry around. Especially notes and many books are of no use, I thought. Wrong again.
Some books are not just for reading background stories (which can be very interesting) or for shaping the map. There are books in Starfield that look like comic books and give you a permanent boost to individual stats. One book increases your carrying capacity, another reduces your CO₂ consumption, and the next increases your damage with rifles.
Pay close attention to whether a book grants you a permanent bonus before carelessly leaving the paper trash behind. By the way, you don’t have to keep the books – reading once and tossing them away is sufficient.
Take notes so you can find important or interesting places again! This isn’t a problem I personally have, but one I have experienced with friends and have often seen on Reddit and Twitter.
Where is Neon again? On which planet did you say there is tungsten? Do you remember where I built my outpost? Can you tell me in which system the moon “Adraphon” is? – I could go on with such questions forever.
Many players apparently have a problem finding certain places on the star map. If you have problems with your sense of orientation in space, then take notes somewhere about where to find the most important locations.
Especially interesting are planets with important cities, plenty of useful resources, or special spaceship dealers.
A first real hint about the next expansion of World of Warcraft has surfaced. The mount from the Collector’s Edition spoils where the journey is headed.
In recent days and weeks, there have already been many leaks regarding the next expansion for World of Warcraft, which will most likely be presented at BlizzCon 2023. While the authenticity of the previous leaks could still be doubted, there is now the first concrete hint – and it comes from datamining. A first achievement reveals what bonus there is for the “Heroic” edition of the next addon – and this could have story implications.
What has been found? The dataminers have read an achievement. In the game data, the achievement “Heroic Edition: Algarian Stormrider” is already hidden. This achievement is in the style of previous bonuses for purchasing the Heroic edition of a new expansion – so it is very likely that it is a new mount.
How have the dwarves in Khaz Algar developed? We will find out soon … maybe.
What does this spoil? The interesting thing about this achievement is the name. Even though we do not know exactly what an “Algarian Stormrider” is, the name is suspicious. Because the name is not completely new but already exists in the game – in the form of a mention of “Khaz Algar”. This place was first mentioned in the revamped Uldaman from Dragonflight.
What do we know about Khaz Algar? In a report on the Earthen (the ancestors of the dwarves), we learn that the titanic watchers sent a number of Earthen to sector AR-938 to investigate some “geological anomalies”.
However, the dispatched Earthen fell victim to the curse of flesh and began to undergo a similar transformation as the dwarves known today from Ironforge – even though they were at a completely different end of the world.
These new dwarves later named sector AR-938 “Khaz Algar” – thus they formed their own kingdom.
So whether the next expansion takes place near Khaz Algar is not 100 % proven – but since the new mount already draws on the name of this place, it seems very likely.
A German streamer has set some goals for the launch of EA FC 24 and confidently presented himself with a baseball bat in front of the camera. However, he quickly lost not only his nerves but also two controllers.
What’s it about? Noahzett, a German Twitch streamer, initially appeared eager for the new FIFA successor, skillfully twirling a baseball bat in his hands.
In a match, he had just received the ball in his half when the connection between the controller and the console was severed. What happened next can be seen after a few seconds in the following video clip.
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Streamer in Rage: Loses the Game, Then Two Controllers
What happened next? In the video, you see how Noahzett helplessly searches for explanations as to why his controller isn’t working. Then, what had to happen, happened.
The opponent took advantage of the situation of his defenseless adversary and scored a goal. The streamer then lost his composure. Cursing, he briefly turned away from the screen and hurled his controller with full force across the room; the impact, presumably against a wall, is clearly audible and suggests that the controller was damaged in the process.
Without further ado, Noahzett wanted to switch to a backup, but this controller also thwarted the streamer’s plans. Instead of returning to the game, a window opened showing the status of the device driver update.
Already irritated, the flight of the first controller was followed by the second.
What were the consequences of the outburst? In the short term, the destruction of his two controllers meant not only the defeat in the game but also the end for EA FC 24, at least for that day, as his supply of gaming hardware was thus exhausted.
In the long term, Noahzett promised to improve and framed his emotional reaction in another YouTube video. Here you can see the complete statement about his rage.
Because the streamer had also destroyed a controller or two in anger in the past, he came up with a provocative bet. In his statement, he initially showed a new controller and tied his bet to it, which he outlined in a post for his community on X (formerly Twitter).
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If he fails to keep said controller intact until EA FC 25, he will have an EA logo tattooed. He did not clarify where and how large this tattoo would be.
And the streamer also left himself some smaller loopholes in his bet. In the statement linked above, he notes that he would rather throw his computer mouse or vent his frustration on his setup with the aforementioned baseball bat.
It remains to be seen whether he will think of that when his anger rises again.
