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A member of the Straw Hat crew is missing in an emotional scene of the new episode of One Piece, fans sense a conspiracy

If a new anime fails, it means bankruptcy for the artist

The longest anime fight in history is over – has finally found a winner after a year and 61 episodes

Let the Alabasta Arc have its own season

I sincerely hope that the Alabasta Arc will not appear anymore in Season 2 or at least receive enough episodes so that the story can be told adequately. The desert land has so many individual destinies and exciting battles that it would be a shame if the entire story were told in just two episodes.

The following 6 important scenes still exist in the Alabasta Arc that should not be overlooked:

The civil war between the kingdom and the rebellion.
Luffy meets Ace for the first time.
The Straw Hats have to prove themselves individually in battles.
Sir Crocodile becomes the first stronger opponent against whom Luffy must bite his teeth.
Vivi’s farewell to the Straw Hats.
The entry of Nico Robin into the crew.

Many One-Piece fans will undoubtedly recognize the scene in which the Straw Hats raise their fists into the air and the blue cross on their wrist becomes visible. Since they do not want their friend Vivi to be associated with pirates by the marines, they silently express their togetherness.

In that arc, what stood out to me was how often Princess Vivi cried. Whether due to her despair, a fight with Luffy, or the death of a beloved friend – the Alabasta Arc has many emotional situations.

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Dark Game on Steam is like Yu-Gi-Oh! against an evil grandpa – If you lose, you die

Christos Tsogos 24. September 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

You are looking for a heavy card game on Steam with various deck-building options and a dark story? Then we have just the right thing for you. In the game “Inscryption,” you play a Yu-Gi-Oh!-like card game against an evil grandpa, and if you lose, you die.

What kind of game is Inscryption? Inscryption is a dark, roguelike card game from developer
Daniel Mullins Games. In this bloody, Yu-Gi-Oh!-like card game, you play for your life and have various means to secure your victory. Your opponent is an old coot who lurks in the shadows and likes to change his identity with masks for immersion. If you lose, you die and have to start over.

Our MeinMMO author Christos Tsogos has looked at the game and regrets nothing apart from the burned faces of the bosses.

Here we have a trailer for Inscryption:

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Inscryption – Announce Trailer

Exciting battles, story, and faces that burn into memory

What makes Inscryption special? In this game, you find yourself in an unknown cabin and have to fight for your life with a bloody card game. As you win more rounds against a creepy figure, your deck gains powerful cards. You progress with your character across a game board and get to know the power of Inscryption.

Especially the function of sacrifices in this game is reminiscent of the tributes in Yu-Gi-Oh!. If you want to summon a powerful being, you must sacrifice enough cards. Only then do you have enough resources to bring it onto the game board.

Inscryption-Spielfeld — You move your character across a special game board

Inscryption-Kartenkampf — You move your character across a special game board

However, if you are unlucky and the old geezer wants to defeat you with his unfair deck, you can increase your chances of winning in the form of items. Depending on what you have in your “backpack,” you can put your own body parts on the opponent’s scale, cut cards, or block attacks.

Depending on how far you advance, more bosses with creative representations and functions that want to make your life harder await you. Additionally, the grimaces of these bosses are so intense that some will burn into your memory.

The game takes on a dark role with its design and atmosphere, which is further emphasized by its story and countless secrets. So, if you are looking for a more intense version of Yu-Gi-Oh!, Inscryption might be a strong alternative for a quick fix.

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On which platforms is Inscryption available? The game exists on Steam, PS4 and PS5, Xbox One and Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

How much does Inscryption cost? The game costs €19.99 on all platforms.

Is there an online mode? Inscryption is a single-player game. So you cannot compete against your friends online. However, there is an endless mode that unlocks after completing the story.

What do you think of Inscryption? Do you find the game cool, or did you just discover this title now? Let us know in the comments!

Free card game on Steam lets you “cheat” all the time – receives 94% positive reviews

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Cyberpunk 2077: You can simply buy all iconic weapons in Phantom Liberty if you miss them

Benedict Grothaus 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In Cyberpunk 2077 you can easily miss iconic weapons by not completing the corresponding quests, overlooking them, or even (accidentally) scrapping them. With the new DLC Phantom Liberty, that’s no longer a problem, as the black market has all iconic weapons in stock.

What are iconic weapons?

Iconic weapons are special variants of existing weapons with a unique appearance. They fit a specific theme.
In the base game of Cyberpunk 2077, there are 48 iconic weapons to find. You can obtain them through quests, find them, or craft them.
With the upcoming DLC Phantom Liberty, even more iconic weapons are set to be added to the game, along with the option to easily purchase them.

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Here’s how you get the weapons: Phantom Liberty adds a new area to Night City. Dogtown is considered the district where you can get everything you need in terms of weapons. There’s also a black market.

This is exactly where there are traders selling iconic weapons. A tip introduced in Update 2.0 on the loading screen gives a hint (via Reddit). It says: ‘Missed the chance to get an iconic weapon? Visit a black market trader in Dogtown.’

So, if you’ve accidentally dismantled or simply not found iconic weapons, you can easily buy them with Phantom Liberty. However, we don’t know yet how much the weapons will cost.

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‘Does this mean I don’t need guides anymore?’

Users on Reddit are excited about this news. Previously, dozens of guides had to be read to find out how to get certain weapons – or to discover which weapons even exist. With Phantom Liberty, a visit to the black market is enough.

However, the usefulness of the weapons is still questioned. Often, the iconic weapons are worse than their base versions, which you repeatedly find better versions of by chance. The iconic weapons are only found once.

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However, iconic weapons can be upgraded, which significantly improves their stats. Whether they can compete with weapons that you find several levels later remains to be seen. At least fans want to fill the collection wall.

If you’re wondering whether to play Phantom Liberty or start anew now, you’ll find the right advice here:

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Pokémon GO: Raikou Counters – The 20 Best Attackers in the Raid Guide

Patrick Freese 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The best counters against Raikou in Pokémon GO in the guide. We show you the best attackers and movesets. With them, you can defeat Raikou in raids.

What kind of Pokémon is Raikou? Raikou is a legendary Pokémon from the second generation of Pokémon. It is an Electric type and forms the trio of legendary beasts with Entei and Suicune .

When is Raikou in Pokémon GO? You will encounter Entei, Suicune, and Raikou from September 23, 2023, to October 6, 2023. Here, we show you the best counters against Raikou and what types it is weak against (type effectiveness).

Defeating Raikou in raid – With these counters

Proto Groudon with Mud Shot and Abyss Blade
Crypto Knakrack with Mud Shot and Earth Power
Crypto Mamutel with Mud Slap and Horsepower
Groudon with Mud Shot and Abyss Blade
Stalobor with Mud Slap and Sandstorm
Crypto Golgantes with Mud Slap and Earth Power
Knakrack with Mud Shot and Earth Power
Mamutel with Mud Slap and Horsepower
Rihornior with Mud Slap and Earthquake
Mega Sumpex with Mud Shot and Earthquake
Crypto Ursaluna with Tackle and Horsepower
Crypto Donphan with Mud Slap and Earthquake
Crypto Geowaz with Mud Slap and Earthquake
Demeteros (Therian Form) with Mud Shot and Earthquake
Demeteros with Mud Shot and Earth Power
Crypto Libelldra with Mud Shot and Sandstorm
Crypto Mewtu with Psycho Blade and Psycho Impact
Mega Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Rampage
Rabigator with Mud Slap and Earthquake
Crypto Sumpex with Mud Shot and Earthquake

Weaknesses of Raikou: The Pokémon is an Electric type and has weaknesses against Ground. Therefore, focus on attacks and Pokémon of these types in raids to defeat Raikou.

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Is there a Shiny Raikou? Yes, you can also catch Raikou as a Shiny.

How many trainers are needed? If you have the top counter Pokémon and have reached a relatively high level (40+) in Pokémon GO, you can defeat Raikou with three players. With lower levels, but strong counters, you should rely on more trainers.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Since Patch 3 a bull ruins your romance with Karlach – Here’s how to avoid the bug

Benedict Grothaus 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The new patch 3 fixes many bugs in Baldur’s Gate 3 and even brings new features. However, players have been complaining about a new bug since the release: an ox is eating an important NPC that you need for Karlach’s personal quest. There are workarounds, but they are cumbersome.

Spoiler Warning: We are talking about some characters with hidden identities as well as quests from Act 2 and Act 3.

Why shouldn’t I play?

Karlach is one of the companions with whom you can form a relationship. She has a personal quest that spans all acts.
To advance the quest, you need a specific NPC: Dammon, the blacksmith. He can also be found in all acts, and you need him several times.
Currently, it can happen that an enemy kills Dammon in Act 2 before you can even react. This is a bug, as the enemy should actually not be aggressive.

This is the bug: The strange ox from Act 1 can also be encountered in Act 2 and Act 3. If you talk to him several times, you find out that the ox is actually a transformed and quite nasty slime blob.

You only discover this at the end of the story with the ox. However, due to the bug, it can happen that the ox transforms in Act 2 in the Last Light Inn. Since Dammon is standing right next to him, he is the first target and dies almost immediately.

The new patch 3 was supposed to fix this bug, but players report that it now occurs even more frequently. If Dammon dies, you cannot complete Karlach’s personal quest.

We believe that Larian will push a hotfix, but we don’t know when. In the meantime, players have already found workarounds.

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Save Dammon with Karlach and a hearty shove

There are several methods to save Dammon if you do not want to wait for a hotfix and want to enter the inn directly. The first is to hope for luck:

save before you go to the Harpers’ Inn
walk over the bridge and trigger the ox’s transformation
hope that Dammon survives every attack until you reach him
reload if Dammon dies and try again

This method can be very time-consuming. For the second, safer method, however, you need a spellcaster, such as a bard, wizard, or sorcerer, who can cast 4th-level spells. The spellcaster must have learned the “Dimension Door” spell.

Cast the spell before the fight begins and send Karlach – or another character with a lot of strength – through the door. Then use the “Push” ability to move Dammon out of the danger zone. Afterwards, you can calmly deal with the slime.

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On Reddit, many players are outraged about the bug, especially since Karlach is a fan favorite. Others take it more lightly and say: they take it as fate gives it to them. If Dammon dies, for whatever reason, they make the best of the time with the tiefling barbarian.

Karlach is especially popular because she is the most open among all characters. She speaks very directly about what she thinks and warms the hearts of players with her open nature. And… well, very literally through her hell machine. Others are much sneakier:

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„Captain America“ wants to act less, chill more, says: „I want to smoke a joint, listen to music and do pottery“

Nicole Wakulczyk 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In 2011, Chris Evans first slipped into the role of Captain America in the Marvel films. In an interview, the actor now says he wants to spend less time in this industry. He would much rather chill and do pottery.

In an interview with GQ magazine, Chris Evans talks about his plans after ‘Captain America’. The 42-year-old actor does not see a return to the Marvel universe in the near future. Although he loves acting, he could also do just fine without it, says Chris Evans. And besides, he then has time for his other interests.

Most recently, the actor stated that there are certainly more stories of Steve Rogers (Captain America) to tell. But not at this time. You can find out more about it from our colleagues at Filmstarts.

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German trailer for Captain America – The First Avenger (2011)

Smoking and pottery instead of acting

These are his plans: Chris Evans generally wants to work less and hopes that he will act a bit less. He has given the industry 20 years of his life and does not want to take up too much space in it.

This is what he says in the interview with GQ:

I like analog things. I would just like to smoke a joint, put on some music, and then do some pottery. You know what I mean? What Seth Rogen also does. That’s good for a man. You just go into your workshop and create something. And it’s satisfying, simple, and everyday.
Chris Evans via GQ

He is now considering longer before he agrees to new projects. He weighs the circumstances and then decides. It also depends on the season in which shooting will take place; he does not want to miss the autumn. ‘You only experience a limited number of those in life.’

Initially, Chris Evans even declined the role of Captain America several times, but was then convinced:

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Will there be a return to Marvel? When asked if there would be a return to the Marvel universe, Chris Evans says he would “never say never”; it was a wonderful experience. He is proud of it and sometimes cannot believe that it happened.

However, there will be no comeback in the near future. He wants to devote himself to his other interests. His productivity does not always relate to acting. His interests are diverse.

Regarding Marvel, we conducted a survey at MeinMMO to find out which MCU movie from Phase 1-3 you think is the best:

We asked you: These are the 5 best Marvel movies in the MCU between 2008 and 2019

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LoL: German Twitch streamer visits France, gets robbed, loses expensive luxury watch – Police catch the perpetrators

Benedict Grothaus 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The German Twitch streamer Frederik “Noway” Hinteregger (31) is the largest streamer in Germany for League of Legends. When he commented on a game in Montpellier, France, he was robbed on the street that same evening. Now the perpetrators have been caught, but the stolen goods remain missing.

Who is the streamer?

Noway, also known as Noway4u or Noway4u_Sir, is a Twitch streamer and former professional League of Legends player. On Twitch, he is the largest German LoL streamer, even ranking worldwide in the last 7 days (via sullygnome).
Noway is especially known for his friendly and nice demeanor, which often does not fit the toxic LoL vibe. He is considered a “sunny boy.”
The streamer occasionally also works as a commentator. For example, he co-streamed the LEC 2023 finals together with Tolkin.

This is what happened to Noway: During the LEC stream on September 9, Noway talked about his career as a streamer so far. He shared highlights and explained that he had only “indulged” in 2 things with his money so far: an apartment and a Rolex worth 8,000 Euros.

The next day, the streamer shared on X/Twitter that he had been robbed. Two thieves held a gun to his head and demanded his watch. The gun turned out to be a replica, but the two men then beat him up and threatened him with a kitchen knife.

Only then did Noway give up his resistance and eventually hand over the watch. In retrospect, he says: that was pretty foolish, he should have handed over the watch right away.

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French police catch the perpetrators: “Sent me mugshots”

As the French regional newspaper Midi Libre reports, the police have caught the perpetrators. The newspaper even mentions that the stolen goods are worth over 20,000 Euros. The perpetrators were arrested on the morning of September 21.

In a new YouTube video, Noway explains that the police sent him “mugshots”, meaning photos of various suspects. He says:

I was able to identify one of the two perpetrators. For the other, I said I was very unsure, I picked the wrong one. But the pictures looked very similar. […] The two perpetrators have been caught, probably during a repeat offense, and will likely spend a very long time behind bars. And that’s very, very good news.

What happened to the watch? As he states, he has not gotten the watch back. It is likely lost. The main thing, however, is that the two perpetrators have been caught.

By the way, Noway is not the first German influencer to be robbed – and have a watch stolen:

German YouTuber iCrimax reveals too much on Instagram – Gets robbed

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WoW: Trolls kill important characters where players should safely store their wealth

Benedikt Schlotmann 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In Hardcore mode of WoW Classic, evil people are currently hunting helpless characters. Because these carry most of the gold and valuable items. And the items are lost in WoW Hardcore after the player’s death.

Anyone who plays an MMO knows this: On their main character, there is usually not enough space, so they create a bank character where they stash their stuff. Usually, these heroes are not leveled because they just stand around in a city.

In WoW, these characters often also serve as merchants: they travel between the bank, mailbox, and auction house, buying and selling while hoarding important items and gold.

However, a few nasty people find it funny to kill such characters in WoW Hardcore. Because in the Hardcore mode of WoW, a character remains permanently dead and cannot continue playing. At least not on the Hardcore server.

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Luring enemies into safe cities with items

How do the players proceed? Some people find it amusing to kill such helpless bank characters. Players are now reporting this on Reddit, complaining about it, warning others, and explaining that one should secure their bank characters. Because officially, characters should be safe in large cities.

The nasty players use a debuff for their purposes that some enemies in the Swamps of Sorrows employ. The debuff ‘Rift Beacon’ summons enemies after one minute that appear and then attack nearby targets. A little while later, they also attack and kill bank characters with just a few hits. The description of the ability states (via wowhead.com):

Marks an enemy with a locator beacon. After 1 min, 2 Rift Stalkers of the Lost find the enemy and attack. Rift Stalkers of the Lost are unstable at subatomic levels and cannot maintain their physical form after 1 min.

Since such heroes are usually only level 1 and wear at most cosmetic gear, they normally have no chance against such opponents. Almost any enemy above level 11 can take out a bank character with one hit.

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Why is the loss so tragic? Often, such bank characters are worth much more than the main characters. Because the ‘bankers’ carry most of the gold and many valuable items since they handle all the trading and banking business for the player.

Consequently, many players are now concerned and upset. Because many have, unsurprisingly, no desire to lose their valuable possessions to any griefers who are just having a cruel laugh.

Since characters in WoW Hardcore also lose access to their bags and all loot, they cannot trade anymore. This can even be detrimental to other players:

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Starfield: With a single item you can make your companions much better in combat

Benedikt Schlotmann 24. September 2023 Reading time < 1 minutes

In Starfield you can equip your companions with weapons and items. One item is particularly good if you want to make your companions much stronger. MeinMMO explains what it’s all about.

Companions in Starfield play an important role in the game. They assist you in combat or act as your personal pack mule by carrying items for you. Additionally, you can bond with them, which even gives you more experience points.

With a specific item, you can significantly increase the firepower of your companions. You benefit from an official trick of the game.

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Grenades significantly boost the firepower of your companions

What should I give my companions? You should equip your companions with a grenade. Grenades are relatively rare in the game; many players save their explosive weapons for particularly tough enemies.

However, with a grenade, you can enormously increase the firepower and effectiveness of your companions in battles. And there is a simple reason for that.

What’s behind it? In Starfield, your companions do not consume ammunition or items that you hand to them. Theoretically, you only need to put a single bullet in your companion’s inventory, and they can shoot infinitely.

The same applies to grenades: if you equip your companions with grenades, they can throw the explosive weapons at your enemies an unlimited number of times. Unlike you, they are not limited. Your companions can therefore constantly bombard your enemies with grenades while you can shoot at the enemies with your guns.

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Some companions can be peculiar: As practical as companions may be, some have rather strange characteristics. For example, a robot that can accompany you behaves like an immature teenager:

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EA Sports FC 24: Strong Bundesliga Team under 20,000 Coins at the Start in FUT

Max Handwerk 24. September 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

When you start the FUT mode in EA Sports FC 24, you have very few coins available. We show you an affordable Bundesliga team for the start.

What kind of team is this? If you want to start with players from the Bundesliga, you have many options to assemble a powerful team. However, strong cards are expensive and coins are scarce in Ultimate Team at the start.

That’s why you’ll find here a team that you can put together for under 20,000 coins total cost (as of 24.09.2023).

Here, the focus is especially on particularly cheap cards that provide you a foundation in the first games to earn initial rewards. With such teams, you can compete well in Squad Battles to earn rewards, or gather initial victories in the first divisions of Division Rivals.

Over time, you can then start replacing players and improving the team.

11 affordable Bundesliga players to start in Ultimate Team

This is the team: So you don’t have to worry about chemistry, we only looked at players who all come from the same league: the Bundesliga.

It was ensured that the team costs at most 20,000 coins. As of now, the selection is more like around 15,000 coins. However, note that prices fluctuate on the transfer market.

Here you can find the team that we created using a Squad Builder for EA Sports FC 24:

Who is in the team? In goal, the Bundesliga offers many strong options; we decided on Hrádecký (about 800 coins) as an affordable but solid choice.

In defense, it gets a bit more expensive: Far left stands Grimaldo, who is already one of the best LBs in the Bundesliga. He currently costs 3,000 coins and is the most expensive in the squad, but the investment might be worth it. He can also play LM and brings PlayStyles that improve his crosses, free kicks, and anticipation.

In central defense, there are two classics of FUT starter squads from recent years with Lacroix (about 1,700) and Klostermann (about 1,500). They bring a good combination of speed and defensive security.

On the right, there is Mazraoui (700), an affordable player who brings PlayStyles that give him a solid defensive and technical foundation.

In midfield are Skhiri (2,100) and Kohr (700) as cheap but effective destroyers. Skhiri could also decrease in price as an ordinary gold card.

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In front, Julian Brandt is positioned, who currently costs 1,400 coins. Brandt even brings the “PlayStyle Plus” named “Tiki Taka”. This allows him to make quick direct passes on the ground and operate very accurately and with speed in short passing. A very good centerpiece for a starter team. In addition, his curled shots from distance are also a real weapon.

In left midfield, there are not many cheap alternatives in the Bundesliga. We opted for David Raum (750), who could also act as a left-back. With him and Grimaldo, you have a very secure flank. On the right, Serge Gnabry (2,200) can cause danger as a dribbler.

Last but not least is the striker. If you want to stay really cheap, Ihlas Bebou is a good option (600). The forward has decent speed and four stars in skills. He would also be an option for the early evolutions to get even better stats.

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With this starter team, you could start cheaply and collect initial victories. Then it will be time for upgrades, for which we will show you a few examples.

Possible improvements in the next step:

Leroy Sané (RM, 13,500 coins)
Donyell Malen (RM, 12,000 coins)
Timo Werner (ST, 12,500 coins)
Konrad Laimer (CDM, 9,000 coins)
Nico Schlotterbeck (CB, 8,100)
Florian Wirtz (CAM, 5,000)

Which players are you putting in your first team? Let us know in the comments!

So far, the game is only playable in early access. All info about the full release of EA Sports FC 24 can be found here.

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Sony claims that buying Bungie for 3.6 billion dollars brings more than securing Activision Blizzard

Benedikt Schlotmann 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

Sony acquired the developer Bungie in January 2022. Now Sony stated that it was a good decision.

This is the background:

Sony acquired Bungie in 2022 for 3.6 billion US dollars. However, Bungie should remain independent and Destiny 2 will still be playable on Xbox.
Just a few days earlier, Microsoft announced it is acquiring Activision Blizzard. The price here is 70 billion US dollars, making it the most expensive acquisition in the industry to date.

Both Sony and Microsoft are trying to improve their position in the gaming market.

Now, Sony and PlayStation’s President & CEO Jim Ryan has commented on the high prices and especially on the acquisition of Bungie. He made it clear that the acquisition of Bungie would have been significantly better for Sony.

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The acquisition of Bungie benefits Sony more than acquiring Activision Blizzard would have

This is what Sony says: Sony and PlayStation President & CEO Jim Ryan stated in a conversation about the Activision deal (via twitter.com):

We know Activision very well. They are probably one of our most important partners. When you look at Sony’s capital investment and compare 69 billion dollars for Activision with 3.6 billion dollars for Bungie, we believe that Bungie can deliver much more for us than a 69 billion dollar acquisition of Activision. And that’s before considering the relative value of this specific transaction.

Ryan is referencing Microsoft’s acquisition. Microsoft reportedly paid 69 billion US dollars for the acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Both acquisitions are controversial among players and observers

What about Microsoft? The acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft has sparked a number of heated discussions. Both official entities like regulators have already sued against the deal and Sony stated that the deal would harm them. But it now looks like Microsoft may successfully close the deal.

How did it go for Sony? In the case of Sony’s acquisition of Bungie, there was significantly less criticism from the official side. However, it was mainly players who were surprised by the sudden acquisition:

Many gamers believe Bungie is “too expensive”: The studio has nothing to offer except Destiny and that is already a “dying brand.” However, Sony explained that they did not acquire Bungie because of Destiny, but for new games they want to develop.

Therefore, many gamers are now curious about what they can expect in the future. At least a number of brands that Sony offers should have a chance to be adapted as MMOs. We present you 5 games directly on MeinMMO:

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Gamer orders upgrade for his gaming PC on Amazon, receives significantly weaker product

Benedikt Schlotmann 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

A player ordered a new SSD for his gaming PC. But the product he ultimately received is weaker than expected.

Amazon has been offering a service called Renewed: Under this label, Amazon sells returned products that have been checked again and then resold at a lower price. In some cases, you can even snag a deal.

However, a user recently had no luck. He ordered an SSD for his gaming PC on Amazon and received the wrong product. He reports this on Reddit.

User receives the wrong SSD in the right packaging

What did the user order? The player ordered a Samsung SSD 980 Pro with 2 TB of storage on Amazon. We still consider the 980 Pro to be one of the best SSDs you can buy for your PS5 or PC.

But when the user takes the product out of the box, he realizes that he has received the wrong SSD. Because in the box lies not the 980 Pro, but the slower 970 EVO Plus. Moreover, the model he received only offers 1 TB instead of 2 TB. The price difference between the models is always around 40 Euros when looking at the retail prices.

Take a good look at your orders when unpacking products

How can I prevent such problems? If you order “renewed” products from the marketplace or Amazon, you can hardly prevent such false items at first. Ultimately, Amazon is primarily responsible for what you take out of the package.

However, you should definitely check what you take out of the package. Some users might have also installed the 1-TB SSD in their computer without realizing that they had actually ordered a different one. If you notice that you are receiving the wrong product, you should definitely complain about it. Some users even recommend making a video when unpacking very expensive hardware. Then it is immediately clear that the mistake is not on your part.

By the way, there are also stories that people have no luck when returning fake products. For instance, a father tried to return a fake product to Amazon, but Amazon refused:

Gamer buys a graphics card on Amazon, gets a fake product – the seller refuses a refund until the return of the “real” item

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Dragon’s Dogma 2 is one of the most exciting RPGs in development – I got to test it for an hour and want more

Max Handwerk 24. September 2023 Reading time 6 minutes

An epic open world, fascinating AI companions, impressive battles, and a very personal fantasy adventure: With these points, Dragon’s Dogma 2 aims to captivate its players on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. MeinMMO author Max Handwerk was allowed to try out for an hour how well this already works.

Last week, I participated in a preview event for the new RPG Dragon’s Dogma 2. I had never played Dragon’s Dogma before and barely knew what to expect. But after the first hour in the RPG, I am pretty sure that I will change that soon.

Dragon’s Dogma offers numerous features that I am already in love with:

A vast open world with two nations.
Numerous villages and large cities to explore.
And in between: large and small monsters that will provide you with tough battles.

Here, you can choose from one of four classes that can be further developed throughout the campaign.

Additionally, there is support from up to three AI-controlled companions who assist you on your journeys. As a group of four that you can freely assemble – depending on which strengths and weaknesses you prefer – you set out to explore the world embedded in an exciting story.

“Live your own adventure” – this phrase came up early and should definitely be taken literally. Because Dragon’s Dogma 2 immediately tempts you to leave beaten paths and go on an adventure journey.

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The best part is the impressive battles, but they are really tough

In the test, we were allowed to try out three different classes: a archer, a fighter, and a fast thief.

The archer took enemies out from a distance.
The fighter struck powerfully with the sword.
The nimble thief dashed across the ground, dealing quick strikes and swift sword blows to the monsters, which was my personal favorite.

Furthermore, I was always accompanied by three AI-controlled companions who support you. Each has different abilities that can be effectively hurled at enemies. And that is necessary because it doesn’t take long until you encounter the first skirmishes in Dragon’s Dogma 2. The world outside of secured villages and cities is dangerous, and the game makes you feel that.

The enemies are tough: particularly the larger foes provide you with challenging battles with health bars that stretch from west to east and often pop back up three times in a row.

Especially exciting: It feels like you can encounter such beasts everywhere. I had just left the first village when I got into a fight with my three companions against a cyclops that was hanging out by a river.

The battle really made me sweat. Ultimately, the cyclops could not withstand the combined might of my companions and me, although it probably helped that the monster literally stumbled during the fight and fell off a cliff into the abyss.

This surprised me but I liked it very much: The environment in Dragon’s Dogma 2 plays an important role in battles, as I could now throw myself from above onto its head. In battles, it will also be possible to flood areas or cause bridges to collapse.

This is another interesting mechanic of the game: it allows you to climb opponents. You can simply climb onto the backs of physically superior foes and scramble about to attack their weak points.

However, this does not mean that you can mindlessly tumble around on the monsters. You need to pay attention to your own stamina and, on the other hand, be aware that the enemies will eventually figure out what you’re doing. A griffin that I was trying to climb over just tossed me off its back and sent me to the realm of the dead.

My personal final boss was a hairy, troll-like creature in a cave that simply refused to die. To be honest, I initially thought I had found a game bug, but no: the beast just had a brutal amount of health. Only after numerous ice shard attacks and lightning strikes from my companions, as well as constant pokes from my thief did it finally go down.

So prepare yourself for demanding, sometimes lengthy battles.

A dragon as big as the entire screen

Not at all going down was a giant dragon that filled the entire screen. “I’m not prepared for this,” shouted a character from the side and turned out to be right: some of my attack attempts were followed by a cutscene in which my character was appropriately roasted.

But this was not the end: After the dragon eliminated the fighter with its fire breath, it clawed at the character’s chest, impaled the heart, and devoured it in one bite. Brutal.

Afterwards, the dragon flew away, and my character awakened shortly thereafter as “The Awakened”. This was likely a glimpse into the past as well as a first taste of the story of Dragon’s Dogma 2: this dragon must probably be slain to fulfill your destiny.

Numerous exciting features and a spirit of adventure

Besides the battles, exploring the game world was on the agenda during the test hour.

We were advised early on to follow the main quest. However, the game constantly lures you in other directions. I frequently found myself going astray because looking into the distance made me eager to run in completely the wrong direction – which I do not mean negatively at all.

Rather, you think constantly: What is hiding back there?

An abandoned tower here, a nasty troll there, a mysterious cave around the corner, and an eye-catching bridge in the distance – I was constantly making mental notes of which places I would visit next. The game simply sparks curiosity and a spirit of exploration because you quickly engage in conversations with NPCs who offer you even more quests.

If you need help with decisions, you can simply send your main companion out to guide the way – and that is precisely what I did at some point. The AI-controlled companions are one of the most interesting features in Dragon’s Dogma 2: they not only help you vigorously in battle but also bring their own personality. They complain when you move too fast, celebrate when a hostile creature is slain, or give helpful tips on where you can find something useful.

Moreover, “Quest Knowledge” is an aspect that your companions can bring. If you have the right ones with you – and there is a lot to choose from that you can recruit – you will receive helpful tips on how and where you can complete a quest. They do not come off as stupid companions who you might use as item storage and cannon fodder but rather like full-fledged players who positively contribute to the gaming experience.

The interplay with the companions is a point that I would have liked to explore further. The possibility to set up camps and have a chat also arose and would have interested me.

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But time was limited. I must admit: I would have loved to play on, because besides the tantalizing world and the first story bites, I also touched on many other features that I would have liked to explore further.

The companion system seems extremely extensive and at the same time like the heart of the game.
There is a day and night cycle, where the night is not only extremely dark but also exceedingly dangerous due to stronger enemies.
An item crafting system is also offered by the game, in which you can combine different items into useful items.

Furthermore, I was only able to explore a tiny area of the open world, which immediately made me eager for more. The environments feel vibrant, and it seems there is something to discover at every second corner – whether it is a quest or an exciting location.

But after an hour, it was time to stop. For my part, I will definitely keep an eye on the game – because I am very curious about what else it has to offer.

The release date of the game is still open. It will be released for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Casting Without Spell Slot – These Nine Spells You Can Always Cast

Sophia Weiss 24. September 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

Little is as valuable in Baldur’s Gate 3 as the limited spell slots of your magic-using classes. There are a total of nine spells in the game that don’t even require a spell slot and can almost always be cast: We present to you the ritual spells.

What are ritual spells? A spell marked as “ritual” can also be used without a spell slot. The character requires 10 in-game minutes, but does not consume any of the valuable slots. Ritual casting in combat becomes impossible.

It’s called a ritual because the spells must be cast in a ritual in the pen & paper template: The character takes the time to concentrate on the spell accordingly. For example, a druid might sit in a circle of leaves and meditate. A wizard could focus on their arcane focus. Perhaps even the focused preparation of a cup of tea would suffice, or a structured celebration is required.

Once the ritual is complete, the spell finally takes effect. A reddit user discovered which spells can be cast as rituals after 50 gameplay hours.

Ritual spells can be repeatedly cast and are not subject to restrictions.

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What are the prerequisites? The character must generally be able to cast spells. Sorcerers, clerics, wizards, and druids can inherently cast ritual spells. All other classes require the “Ritual Caster” feat to choose two ritual spells.

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Ritual Spells in Baldur’s Gate 3 – An Overview

Below we present the nine ritual spells that can be used in Baldur’s Gate 3.

Feather Fall: The name directly indicates the effect of the spell: It protects you and your companions from falling damage. If you don’t currently have a magic-using companion in your group, you can also use a scroll of Feather Fall or a corresponding potion.

Detect Thoughts: Have you always wanted to know what your opponents think of you? The spell “Detect Thoughts” is just the right one for you. But be careful: The spell can also be used as a regular spell. So keep an eye on what is currently selected.

Longstrider: … gives your character or another creature three meters more movement range per turn. It is not as effective as “Haste”, but as a ritual spell it is cheaper for you.

Speak with Animals: “Speak with Animals” can also be cast as a ritual. The effect remains active until the next long rest, but only affects yourself. This spell also does not require concentration.

Our tip: Cast the spell immediately after a long rest to be prepared for any possible encounters with animals.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 solves the problem of being able to speak to every corpse with a brutal trick

Speak with Dead: This necromancy spell gives you the ability to call back corpses within a radius of nine meters for five questions. However, not everyone wants to talk to you, especially not if you were the ones who sent them to the afterlife.

How Larian Studios limited the effectiveness of this spell, you can read about here:

Alter Self: Here too, the name indicates exactly what the spell does: You change your appearance! Besides classic things like disguising as someone else, the spell can also help you squeeze through narrow spaces.

Enhance Jump: Some abysses can be crossed with a long jump. However, if your character does not have enough jump distance, they can gain the missing meters with this spell. This is also helpful when a raised ledge cannot be reached normally.

Silence: This spell creates a dome of silence. There is no sound inside. This is especially relevant if it is placed over or in the way of other magic-using characters.

Find Familiar: A “familiar” is a creature that you summon. In Baldur’s Gate 3, this can be a spider, a raven, a frog, a cat, a crab, or a rat. In the pen & paper template, they are often used by wizards as assistants. In the game, they fight alongside you depending on their abilities.

Meanwhile, Larian Studios has released Patch 3 for Baldur’s Gate 3:

Baldur’s Gate 3 gets a feature that players have wanted since release

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Lies of P made me so angry that I quit it out of rage and drove to the gym at night

Benedict Grothaus 24. September 2023 Reading time 4 minutes

With Lies of P (Xbox, PS5, PC), a new Soulslike has emerged, which many players are already celebrating as “Bloodborne for PC.” MyMMO editor Benedict Grothaus played the action RPG … but only managed to progress with breaks for his pulse.

Despair and contempt. Those are the two feelings I experience when I start Lies of P. Despair because I know I’m going to get my butt kicked again. Contempt for myself because I know I somehow enjoy it.

I’m not sure why, but I have a thing for games that just make me suffer. This ranges from roguelites that I can’t win to insanely hard games like Vermintide to Soulslikes – like Lies of P.

Actually, I hadn’t planned on playing the game at all. But it’s in the Xbox Game Pass and according to How Long to Beat, it should only take around 30 hours. After 4 bosses, I have reached 10 hours and I don’t feel like I’m nearing the end.

Lies of P lures with a truly fantastic setting: a Victorian city with a story that follows the famous fairy tale of Pinocchio. Only in a brutal way. Puppets are slaughtering people and I, as “P,” am supposed to save the survivors.

And yes, the game is really fun. But why does it have to be. So. Unbelievably. Hard?

The trailer makes me very excited for Lies of P. But it is much harder than it looks …

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For everyone who misses Bloodborne, Lies of P is coming out today – also check out the launch trailer

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Elite enemies are unfairer than any boss in the game

Like every good Soulslike, there are roughly four types of enemies in Lies of P:

normal trash mobs
somewhat tougher elite enemies
mini bosses
bosses

The normal enemies die even if you just hit them once with a heavy weapon. And just like in Dark Souls and Co., they can be deadly if you make really bad mistakes. Nothing new so far.

Everything above that is simply unfair. Elite enemies hit so hard that I really have to pay attention. Mini bosses are even worse: they can wipe out an entire health bar with a combo, even though I’m playing a build with relatively high defense and health. Which sadist thought this up?!

I have now died to mini bosses and elite enemies more often than to bosses – with one exception. My absolute nemesis is a flaming trash can. No other enemy has sent me back to the bonfire as often.

The exception is the third boss of the game, a retired guard puppet. The boss has harassed me so much that I quit the game with Alt+F4 and went to the gym to relieve my frustration. In the middle of the night.

Here you can see my torment against ONE of these misguided candlesticks:

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Lies of P: A simple enemy breaks our editor – Multiple times

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The greatest strength of the game is also a major weakness

The visuals and the setting of Lies of P are what make the game stand out from the Soulslike genre. Even the reviews from GameStar and GamePro praise exactly that: living puppets as enemies and the city of Krat simply look fantastic.

However, the theme bears a major problem. The enemy design is indeed really cool, but the jerky movements of the automatons make it hard to read their attacks correctly, which is important for Soulslikes.

The result is that the announcements look similar, sometimes identical – especially when it’s still dark and raining. Lies of P already relies on a parry system. That means: I have to block at the perfect moment.

Many mechanics of the game build on that, and yes, it’s cool that blocks and parries also work against bosses. In the Soulsborne games, this doesn’t work to that extent. But the exact timing is sometimes almost impossible.

The nightmare of every RPG player: I have to use items!

The really bad thing is that Lies of P only gets harder the more I fail. Because simply “brute forcing,” that is hammering through with blunt force, doesn’t work. I have to concentrate and play really well. With every attempt.

More specifically: in certain fights, certain items are almost mandatory. Do you remember the alchemy system from The Witcher 1? Just like that. If I know that an enemy uses certain attacks or is weak against certain elements, I have to use them. There’s no other way, unless I play perfectly. And that… simply doesn’t always happen.

Whereas all those powders and resins in Dark Souls were somewhat only for min-maxers and speedrunners and rarely really necessary, my supplies in Lies of P run out even against elite enemies and mini bosses.

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“Dude, played for 2 hours and am still at the first boss, dude, this is not fun at all”

Curious as I am, I read some reviews. In the Xbox app, the game currently gets a rating of only 2.9 stars. Very unfair, in my opinion, especially since almost all negative reviews with one or two stars simply complain about how hard the game is.

People, that’s exactly what it should be. I found Dark Souls 3 already challenging, and Bloodborne perhaps even a tad harder. Lies of P, however, really wipes the floor with me. And honestly? That’s okay. Not every game has to hold my hand.

In addition, there are really cool features like the combination of weapons and grips for more builds, special “legion weapons” and an expanded skill tree. Far more than in Dark Souls, I can play here however I want.

And I enjoy playing. Because I want to suffer, and because the feeling of reward in Lies of P just hits really hard. Defeating a tough boss or even just getting past a mini boss releases dopamine like the first kill on a raid boss.

And as a pleasant side effect, the game might also drive me back to the gym more often when I can’t progress and rage quit again…

I’m not imagining that Lies of P is so hard. Even people who should know better are being pushed to their limits:

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Company reveals player numbers of 5 MMORPGs, even announces a brand new one

Alexander Leitsch 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

This week was all about Daybreak and the associated games like LOTRO or EverQuest. In addition, there was exciting information about Throne and Liberty as well as EVE Online. We summarize all the important news.

The highlights of the week:

Daybreak has announced its new MMORPG EverQuest 3. It is set to be released in 2028.
The company also revealed the monthly player counts for their MMORPGs, including DC Universe, Dungeons & Dragons Online, and Lord of the Rings Online.
Throne and Liberty shared new details about boss fights and PvE dungeons (via TL.online). Additionally, the beta launched in North America, though it is under NDA.

The controversy of the week: In WoW, a player was kicked from a raid just before the final boss because the raid leader’s friend still needed loot. The action did not go over well with you.

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The 3 largest MMORPGs in Germany in 2023, according to Google

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This is what happened in the big MMORPGs:

In WoW, there is currently an exploit where bots earn 1.2 million gold per day. An analyst also explained: “WoW is significantly better – but damn boring.”
In WoW Classic, a player lost their hardcore character in a perfect golf moment.
ESO has brought the new patch 40 to the test servers. A Japanese localization for consoles was also announced, which is set to be implemented with the patch (via ESO).
Lost Ark briefly became number 1 on Twitch with its new World First race, although the raid only exists in Korea.
An NPC attempts to stealthily eliminate new players in Final Fantasy XIV.
Black Desert now has permanently open season servers, allowing you to start on them at any time. A new video about the upcoming PvP changes was also presented (via YouTube).

This is what happened in the small MMORPGs:

Vanguard is a new space shooter that is closely linked to EVE Online. In EVE itself, you will soon be able to play pirates, as revealed at the fan fest.
The developers of New World explained what exactly happens if you do not buy the expansion. We have also put together 7 tips for preparing for Rise of the Angry Earth.
In The Lord of the Rings Online, the new and unusual class Mariner has now been presented.
Dungeons & Dragons Online is planning a major overhaul of weapons to remove dead zones (via MassivelyOP).

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This is what happened in the MMORPGs under development:

Pax Dei showcases its brilliant housing system and city-building system in new screenshots. It was also emphasized that the first alpha tests will start “soon”. The fall of this year is being targeted.
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen has announced its changes to graphics. It will now feature a stronger “hand-painting” style (via YouTube).

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 perhaps we missed something important? Feel free to let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: If you love complete chaos, you need this item

Cortyn 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

A single item in Baldur’s Gate 3 can cause complete chaos. It’s quite funny in battle – but sometimes also dangerous.

In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are plenty of strange items, and many of them are overlooked more or less. Some items can be combined into new items, and others have a special “Use” effect. One of these items is the Iron Flask.

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How do you get the Iron Flask? You can get the Iron Flask relatively early in the game, specifically during Act 1. Some Zhentarim have barricaded themselves in a cave and are fighting against gnolls. If you intervene and defeat the gnolls, you can take the chest from the Zhentarim. You can either convince them to hand over the chest or simply knock them unconscious and steal the contents of the locked chest afterward (Difficulty 20).

What does the Iron Flask do? Should you open the flask – whether in a dialogue option or by throwing it at an opponent – a creature will break free: an Observer.

You probably know Observers mainly from the Underdark, because you have to fight one of them there. Like the colleague from the depths, the Observer in the flask also possesses powerful spells and is a rather chaotic being – it is automatically hostile to all nearby creatures.

The Observer likes to scare and stun all enemies (and also your party members) nearby, so you should be careful where you unleash it. It also flies and thus likes to change its position.

What can you do with it? Basically, you can keep the Iron Flask as a “last resort spell” and only use it when you believe you cannot survive a battle otherwise.

Especially in some of the fights with many participants – for example, during an attack on the goblin camp – the Observer can cause a lot of chaos. Because the Observer is not only hostile to all other beings, but it also tends to draw threats towards itself. In the face of a giant, flying eye monster, your hero group doesn’t seem so intimidating anymore.

Alternatively, in a multiplayer round, you can keep the Iron Flask and then surprise your friends with the large beast at some point. That should cause a lot of confusion and panic when the Observer suddenly stands in your camp and threatens your dog.

Finally, you can also give the flask to Gale – he really likes magical items.

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This Observer, by the way, leaves no loot, so killing it just for that brings no advantage.

If none of that appeals to you, you can of course also sell the Iron Flask to a vendor to get some gold pieces. But who would really miss out on the fun of this chaos?

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Finally a comic adaptation that breaks the Netflix curse

Sarah 24. September 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In the new video from Nerdkultur, Marco Risch has announced news that will make the hearts of comic fans race. The film adaptation of the comic “The Killer” promises to finally break the so-called Netflix curse that plagues so many comic adaptations.

Who or what is Nerdkultur? Since 2015, Marco Risch has entertained his audience on his YouTube channel “Nerdkultur. His videos include news, reviews, analyses, and also interviews on current films, series, and video games.

Moreover, he shares his passion for topics like Star Wars, Marvel, and DC in his weekly podcast “Nerd & Kultur“. He co-hosts this with his colleague Yves Arievich. Both are part of the Webedia network, which also includes MeinMMO.

Why the film could break the Netflix curse is explained in his latest video. We have embedded the video directly here:

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Finally a comic adaptation that breaks the Netflix curse

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Why is there hope for this film? In a video on his channel, Marco Risch showcases the comic adaptation “The Killer”. This could bring a fresh breeze to the genre.

The usual stereotype of a killer as a lonely, routine professional who waits for the one person to free him from this endless routine has often repeated itself in film history. However, “The Killer” directed by David Fincher could break this mold.

David Fincher’s cinematic repertoire is impressive and includes works like “Alien 3”, “Se7en”, “Fight Club”, “The Social Network”, and “Gone Girl”.

“The Killer” is an adaptation of the French comic “Le tueur – Affaires d’état” from 1998. Fincher has been working on the project since 2007. With 16 years of production time, nothing is left to chance.

Risch emphasizes in his video that Fincher continues to rely on hypnotic long takes, perfectly composed images, and the expertise of his long-time cameraman Erik Messerschmidt.

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What is “The Killer” about? The film’s plot revolves around a lonely hitman who shows no scruples. However, over time, doubts begin to gnaw at him as he waits for his next target. The supposed unrest and loss of his mental stability take a toll on him.

Soon he faces his clients, and an exit from this dark world seems inconceivable to him. This leads to the hunter becoming the hunted.

The expectations for “The Killer“ are high. Fans of nerd culture hope that this film truly has the potential to break the Netflix curse and represent an impressive piece of comic adaptation.

The long production time and David Fincher’s commitment promise a captivating and visually stunning experience that will thrill fans and film enthusiasts alike.

If you like the video from Nerdkultur, check this out as well: The next “Star Wars” film that cannot be

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CoD MW3 2023: All information about release, beta, pre-order and leaks

Maik Schneider 24. September 2023 Reading time 4 minutes

With Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, 2023 will see a direct sequel to CoD 2022. Here you will find all the information about the release, the beta, pre-order bonuses, and what is already known through announcements and leaks.

This is Call of Duty 2023: For the first time since the early days of the shooter franchise Call of Duty, a sequel is coming – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 picks up where the events of CoD MW2 (2022) left off and continues the story. Release: November 10, 2023.

However, MW3 is not supposed to be a DLC, nor an easy expansion. The responsible parties promise a full, standalone Call of Duty with its own gameplay feeling.

Here you will find the most important information that there is to know about Modern Warfare 3 so far. If you just want a quick overview of the key data, click on the first link:

The Most Important Facts about CoD MW3 at a Glance
Release, Pre-order, Beta
Setting, Developer, Content, Gameplay

We will update the article as soon as there is fresh information.

Update: The beta dates are now known.

Please note: Some information in the article is based on leaks that have not been officially confirmed. Treat this information with a certain skepticism; they are marked accordingly in the article.

CoD MW3: Quick Overview & Trailer

Here is an overview of the most important information about MW3:

CoD 2023 is called Modern Warfare 3
Release: November 10, 2023
Beta: From October 6, 2023 (Early Access PlayStation)
It will be a full-price shooter and should not be a DLC
Sledgehammer Games leads the development
The story continues the events of Modern Warfare 2
MW3 will also be released for older consoles PS4 and Xbox One
Available modes include: Story, Multiplayer, Zombies
Revised movement: Slide and reload cancel return
Multiplayer: 16 remastered maps at release (MW2 2009)
Classic mini-map / Map voting between matches
Higher health leads to a higher time-to-kill
Zombies: Should remind of “Outbreak” from Cold War, uses the Warzone maps
Skins from MW2 should partly be usable in MW3

So far, there have been 2 trailers for the game. One introduces the main villain, the trailer from the gameplay reveal in Warzone can be viewed here:

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Modern Warfare III Gameplay Trailer

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CoD MW3: Release, Pre-order & Beta

When is MW3 coming out in 2023? November 10, 2023, is officially confirmed. Early access to the campaign has also been confirmed – it starts on November 2.

On which platforms will CoD MW3 be released? On PC for Battle.net and Steam. On consoles for Xbox One, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

Does MW3 have crossplay? Yes, all platforms can play together.

When will the beta for MW3 take place? The dates for the beta phases are known:

October 6 to 7
- Early access for PlayStation
October 8 to 10
- Open beta for PlayStation
October 12 to 13
- Early access for Xbox and PC and open beta for PlayStation
October 14 to 16
- Open beta for all platforms

This also makes it clear that CoD MW3 continues to work closely with PlayStation and gives players on the Sony console more beta time.

Can you pre-order MW3 already? Yes, the first retailers are accepting pre-orders. Here are the prices for the two known editions:

Standard
- PlayStation: €79.99
- Xbox: €79.99
- PC: €69.99
Vault Edition
- PlayStation: €109.99
- Xbox: €109.99
- PC: €109.99

Pre-orderers benefit from the “early access” entries for the beta and the campaign. You can find more about pre-ordering and the individual editions in our article on the subject: