Starfield Sound Issues – Is your sound glitching? Try these 4 solutions

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

You are playing the new Starfield and experiencing sound issues? Then try the following options to fix the problems.

Starfield is now playable and testers praise the excellent performance. Nevertheless, there are a few annoying problems. Many players suffer from a strange audio bug that causes dialogues to be missing or the sound to sound strangely distorted.

But with a few tricks, you can manage most problems. The issue: This isn’t a permanent fix, but it alleviates the annoyance until Bethesda releases an update.

Restart your game on PC or Xbox

Properly close Starfield on your PC or on your Xbox. This means that you also have to turn off the “Quick Resume” feature on Xbox. Otherwise, the problems will persist. On Xbox, proceed as follows:

  • Press the Xbox button on the controller to open the menu.
  • Select Starfield in the menu and click the menu button (the hamburger menu).
  • Select “Quit” to fully close the game.

If you close the game without this detour, the game remains open in the Xbox’s memory so that the Xbox can quickly start the game again. However, the problems will also persist. If the trick doesn’t help, then restart your Xbox.

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Disable graphical rendering options

Disabling various graphical settings such as upscaling, vertical sync, motion blur, and variable rate shading (VRS) can positively affect how the game handles sound output.

Certain graphical effects or settings impact your hardware and put a strain on your graphics card or processor. Some users recommend turning off motion blur in particular. Here, it seems that the GPU favors graphics, and audio quality suffers accordingly. Motion blur is anyway one of the least popular features in games, but it still has a reason for existence:

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Install Starfield on an SSD or install an SSD

Both the developers and testers have explained that an SSD is essential for Starfield. And there are several reasons for this. Your hardware needs to retrieve a lot of game data from the SSD.

Your graphics card and processor can read and process audio files from an SSD much faster than if you have installed the data on a conventional hard drive.

Move game with Steam: If you installed the game via Steam, you can also move the game to another partition. The prerequisite is that you have created a folder for Steam on another drive:

  • Open the settings menu of the Steam client.
  • Select the “Storage” tab.
  • Select the drive where Starfield is located that you want to move.
  • Highlight the game and click on “Move.” This may take some time.
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Update drivers and software

AMD, Nvidia, and Intel provide an updated driver for their hardware with every major release. If you have sound or other issues, you should definitely install the update for your hardware.

But keep a backup of your old software in the background: In case the problems become significantly worse after the update, you can reinstall your old software. AMD, Nvidia, and Intel also offer older software versions for download.

Exclude defective hardware: In some cases, your hardware may also be damaged or broken. In the following article, we explain on MeinMMO what to look for to find out if your graphics card is broken:

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Someone asks why Starfield is not optimized for PC – Howard: “We have, maybe you should upgrade your PC”

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

Starfield has now been released and some players want to know why the game was not optimized for PC. The head of Starfield has a clear answer to this.

Starfield has demanding system requirements and you need a reasonably fast gaming PC if you actually want to enjoy the game. You can also play Starfield with weak hardware, but you don’t really want that. Because then the game looks anything but nice.

With every game, there is debate about optimization, as many PC releases were catastrophic in 2023. Players also wanted to know from the head of Starfield why the game wasn’t optimized. And Todd Howard has an answer ready.

A next-generation game needs a good gaming PC

What does Todd Howard answer? In an interview with Bloomberg, the interviewer wanted to know from Howard why Starfield wasn’t optimized for PC. Howard was visibly irritated by the question and then smiled, saying that the game was optimized (via ign.com):

We have. It runs great. It’s a next-generation PC game. We are really pushing the technology, so you may need to upgrade your PC for this game. But it has a lot of great things to offer and the fan reactions are fantastic.

How is the performance? There are already extensive tests on the performance of Starfield and the results are surprisingly positive. Many state that no Bethesda game has run as smoothly at release as Starfield. An SSD is also a must according to testers, as loading times would otherwise be forever long.

In fact, the new sci-fi game runs excellently on Steam and Xbox. There are still a few issues. Overall, however, one could experience Starfield without major problems.

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Tip for Starfield: If you want to play Starfield, we recommend that you make a setting after starting, before you really dive into the world of the new Bethesda game. Because this can increase your performance even further:

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Baldur’s Gate 3: How to completely rob merchants without pickpocketing

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

You want the fancy loot from merchants in Baldur’s Gate 3, but you don’t want to roll for pickpocketing dozens of times? We’ll show you a trick.

The merchandise from merchants in Baldur’s Gate 3 is sometimes really tempting – but you lack the right pocket change. Fortunately, there are some methods to access the merchant’s inventory without having to pay gold – and not just theft is an option. The significantly easier variant is a little beating action from the shadows.

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How does it work? The most important thing is that you don’t want any witnesses for the whole incident. How you lure away other NPCs is up to you: you can either perform as a bard with a music performance to lure everyone away or resort to simpler methods. The easiest way is to simply cast the spell “Darkness” or “Fog” on the merchant and immediately activate round mode.

Now place all your heroes in the dark area as well and activate “Non-lethal Damage” in “Passive Abilities”. Then use melee attacks (spells and ranged attacks remain lethal!) to beat the merchant down to 1 hit point and knock him out. Now you can loot the entire inventory of the merchant – including the gold he was carrying.

This is a significant difference from killing a merchant. Because if you kill a merchant, a large part of his inventory disappears and is not found on the corpse.

To avoid any problems, leave the darkness or fog cloud afterwards and take some distance so that nobody becomes aware of you.

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Whoever cleans out merchants wisely saves quite a bit of gold.

What is the advantage? The advantage is simple: you can empty an entire merchant’s inventory without rolling multiple times for a successful pickpocket. Because even with good values in “Dexterity”, theft eventually fails and you get caught.

If the merchant is unconscious, however, you can usually just help yourself to his inventory and take all items into your possession without rolling checks.

What is the disadvantage? If you knock out a merchant this way, he will not be available for trade again afterwards. This method of looting is therefore “final”, and you should only use it when you are permanently leaving an area, the merchant is in a hard-to-reach place, or you know at least one other reachable merchant.

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Why is gold so important? Most of the time, you have more than enough gold in Baldur’s Gate 3 to buy everything your heart desires. However, especially in the last act of the game, there are a number of merchants offering really strong armor or weapons. The costs can easily go into the high four or even five-digit range. If you then have no money, you have to resort to theft and risk ruining your relationship with the last merchants.

Have you already enriched yourselves with merchants this way? Or do you prefer honesty in trading?

Have you been to the secret Dino-Land of Baldur’s Gate 3?

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You can break through the invisible walls on the planets in Starfield, but it won’t do you any good

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

On the planet of Starfield, there are invisible walls, but players found a way to overcome them – although it currently does nothing.

What is the deal with the invisible wall? Shortly after the early access launch on September 1, it was confirmed what many had already suspected ahead of the official release of Starfield: You are limited while exploring planets. Bethesda’s RPG puts invisible walls in front of you if you walk too far.

If you walk in one direction on a planet for a long time, you will hit an invisible wall and receive a message saying “boundary reached.” You can then turn back or use fast travel and disappear.

The boundaries of the planets have led to criticism of the reliance on that fast travel already in the first tests of Starfield. Players need to overcome loading sequences not only when traveling between different celestial bodies but also when changing the area of a planet.

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Player develops mod to remove invisible walls

How can you break the boundaries of a planet? With your legs – and a mod.

Some players have figured out that the different areas of a planet are likely really connected. Reddit user WhiteLight506 reported, for example, that he landed outside New Atlantis and could see the city (via Reddit).

A user of the site nexusmods – where mods for games like Skyrim, Cyberpunk 2077, and Starfield are available – posted a similar video where he approached New Atlantis from a different landing spot. Additionally, the user created a modification that removes the invisible walls of a planet section.

  • You can also find the mod to remove the invisible walls on nexusmods.com
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The first step to free exploration

Why does overcoming the boundaries do nothing? As the creator of the mod found in his tests, Starfield crashes as soon as you cross a point where an invisible wall would run.

Currently, the mod is mostly useless for the average player, and there’s no point in trying to overcome the boundaries. However, the modification is not completely pointless, as it is the first step towards being able to truly explore planets freely.

Could the boundaries potentially be overcome without crashing in the future? Yes, possibly. The mod creator suspects that the game crashes because it is unable to load the adjacent planet section.

Another nexusmods user then suggested the idea that a message with the option to “Continue” could help (via nexusmods).

The game would load the next planet section when the “Continue” button is pressed, and you wouldn’t need to fly into orbit and select a new landing position for further exploration.

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Pokémon GO reveals the next research day in September – Pokémon can even carry stones

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

In September, there will be a research day featuring a plant and poison Pokémon from the first generation in Pokémon GO. We will show you what bonuses to expect and all other event details.

What kind of event is this? In recent years, Pokémon GO has repeatedly hosted research days. A selected Pokémon is in focus, which you encounter through field research tasks that you receive during the event.

The next research day is happening this month with the Pokémon Myrapla. See all the information here at a glance.

Research Day with Myrapla

When is the event active? On Sunday, September 17th, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Pokémon of the day: Myrapla. By spinning photo discs, you will receive research tasks that reward you with encounters of Myrapla upon completion. With some luck, it could even be shiny.

Event bonuses: During the event, you will receive:

  • Double stardust for catching Pokémon
  • The chances of encountering XXS and XXL Myrapla are increased
  • The chances of shiny Myrapla are increased
  • If you encounter Myrapla in the wild, they can carry a sun stone
  • Showcases featuring Myrapla will be held at selected PokéStops
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Pokémon in the wild: Apart from Myrapla, you will encounter other Pokémon in the wild during the event. These are:

  • Paras*
  • Bluzuk*
  • Knofensa*
  • Knilz*
  • Roselia*
  • Tuska*
  • Tarnpignon*
  • and Frubberl

Pokémon that we have marked with a star (*) can be encountered in their shiny variant. Please note that only the shiny chances of Myrapla have been increased.

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Why exactly Myrapla? The reactions to the event announcement from the community raised questions about why this Pokémon was chosen. On the official Pokémon website, a larger event was introduced that revolves around this Pokémon. A dedicated series has been released on PokémonTV and the official YT channel (via YouTube.com)

Additionally, there is a new trading card for this Pokémon. And on Twitch, there was a marathon featuring the best appearances of Myrapla. Everywhere, the attacker is celebrated. Whether a larger innovation is on the horizon or if the team simply randomly chose this Pokémon is still unclear.

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A smart MMORPG expert says Blizzard wanted to book advertising with him: He declined

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 2 minutes

The YouTuber Josh Strife Hayes is considered one of the smartest minds when it comes to MMORPGs and MMOs. He now claims that Blizzard asked him what it would cost for him to promote a new game mode in the card game Hearthstone , but the studio received a rejection from Hayes.

Who is that?

  • Josh Strife Hayes is a gaming content creator specialized in analyzing MMOs and MMORPGs. The Brit is a sharp analyst and is viewed critically towards MMOs.
  • He is known for his YouTube series “Worst MMO ever”, where he presents and dissects MMOs. He has particularly excelled in analyzing the Pay2Win mechanics of Diablo Immortal .
  • A larger audience knows Josh Strife Hayes through Asmongold: He is the largest content creator for MMOs and MMORPGs on YouTube and Twitch. The American regularly watches Josh Strife Hayes’ videos and reacts to them.

Asmongold repeatedly reacts to content from Josh Strife Hayes:

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“Just make a good game”

The expert says: In a clip on TikTok, Hayes states that Blizzard asked him what his conditions would be to promote a game. They wanted him to promote the new game mode for Hearthstone and asked him how much it would cost.

Hayes replied: “Nothing, just make a good game.”

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Hayes says:

  • If a publisher makes a very good game, he would simply create a video about it and say that it is good.
  • But if Blizzard plans to make a lousy game and pay him to tell everyone it is good, they should better invest the money into the game and improve it.

What does Asmongold say? Of course, Asmongold has already reacted to the video (via youtube). In doing so, Hayes finds open doors with Asmongold, however, Asmongold does not display such selfless behavior towards sponsorship.

On the contrary: Asmongold wants Blizzard to retroactively pay him if he praised their game.

The streamer is still upset that Blizzard pays the streamer Emiru specifically to play Overwatch 2. While he, the major critic of Blizzard, defended Overwatch 2 for free against critical voices among the fans.

Twitch: The sharpest critic of Blizzard is annoyed that they do not book him for advertising

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Pokémon GO: Player doubles the number of players in his area by challenging them to a fight

Mark Sellner Mark Sellner Reading time 2 minutes

Many people, especially in rural areas, know the problem. While you feel like playing Pokémon GO, somehow the whole place doesn’t feel very active anymore. One player has now taken this problem into his own hands.

How did the player manage that? In the Pokémon GO subreddit, the player Fabulous Ring describes how he got fed up with practically playing alone in his town. So he decided to declare war on the other players there who are not on Team Yellow.

According to his own statements, this means everyone except himself. Because the village is a blue fortress, and he alone is the only yellow Pokémon fan in the village. But he has something that the others don’t have, he writes: ‘A lot of free time and caffeine.’

So he made it his mission to reclaim every gym in the city practically immediately: I jumped on my bike right away and took them back. […] I was at war with the Blues and for every Chansey, I responded with a Snorlax and 10 golden Razz Berries.

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What has this achieved? According to the fan himself, this had mainly two effects. One very positive, and one somewhat negative. On the positive side, he has likely annoyed everyone so much that people persuaded their friends and families to start playing Pokémon GO again to reclaim the gyms. Because the number of active players in his area has roughly doubled, he continues to write.

Less good is that Team Blue is striking back with great power. Meanwhile, the enemy players have likely noted his sleeping times and, by tracking his response time to gyms, could encircle his house to counteract him perfectly.

As a moral of the whole story, he draws only the conclusion: If your community is not active enough, just destroy their Poké Coin income.

The classic Team Yellow experience

How are people reacting? Other Pokémon GO players on Reddit are impressed by his dedication, and even fans from other teams congratulate him on his success. Some fellow sufferers can also be found among the commenters.

As user 108souls writes: This is the classic Team Yellow experience. There are no other instinct players within a 50-kilometer radius. Other users from Team Yellow join this experience and call it the “Hard-Mode” of Pokémon GO.

Moreover, many fans report similar situations in their neighborhood and discuss the best ways to claim gyms for themselves and to annoy other people deliberately.

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In any case, the player has not only succeeded in having his tactics discussed locally. What do you think of his war against the blue team? Have you possibly experienced something similar? Or have you increased the activity of people in your place in completely different ways? Feel free to let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO.

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Starfield: Use Digidietriche and Pick Locks

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 3 minutes

Role-playing games like Starfield often hide loot, interesting secrets, and quest items behind locked doors and in chests. Therefore, we at MeinMMO will show you how to use a Digidietrich in Starfield and pick locks.

In Starfield, you can find digital picks, called Digidietriche, at every corner, and use them to unlock the locks of locked doors and chests with loot. The individual locks, however, differ in their difficulty level and require a higher level in a specific skill depending on the tier.

Here, we summarize how to use a Digidietrich in Starfield and what you need to unlock certain locks.

Using Digidietriche

Here’s how to use Digidietriche: To use Digidietriche in Starfield, you simply need to have at least one in your inventory. Then, approach a locked door, chest, or safe, and you will receive the option to use a Digidietrich and start a mini-game to unlock the lock. Just press the button displayed.

If you are facing a lock and cannot use your Digidietrich, you need a higher skill. In the skill tree, you will find the “Security” skill under the “Technology” tab. By learning this skill, you can also use your Digidietrich on locks with a higher level.

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Overall, there are 4 difficulty levels for locks that can be unlocked with a corresponding rank:

  • Beginner – Locks with the “Beginner” level can be attempted from the start. No additional skill is required.
  • Apprentice – To use your Digidietrich on “Apprentice” level locks, you need to unlock the “Security” skill. Rank 1 is sufficient.
  • Expert – A “Expert” level lock requires that you are at least level 2 in the “Security” skill to use the Digidietrich.
  • Master – You can only use your Digidietrich on “Master” level locks once you have unlocked at least level 3 in the “Security” skill.
Starfield Digidietrich
Starfield Skill Sicherheit

Picking Locks

Here’s how to pick locks: To unlock a lock in Starfield, you must solve the puzzle of the mini-game. You will see a circle – the lock – with some gaps in the border. You will also receive a selection of different keys on the right side, each having differently arranged blocks.

With the blocks of the displayed keys, you must fill the gaps of the circular lock. You can rotate the keys and switch between the different keys. However, not every key is needed to open a lock.

Bonus Tip: If you are unsure which keys are the right ones for your lock, it can occasionally help to count the gaps. For example, if you have 5 gaps and one key with 3 blocks, one with 4, and one with 2 blocks, you know that you only need the 3-block and 2-block keys, while the 4-block key is useless.

Starfield Schloss knacken mit Digidietrich

Finding Digidietriche

Here’s how to find Digidietriche: You can find Digidietriche in the universe of Starfield in various locations and in the inventories of deceased enemies. The appearance of a Digidietrich strongly resembles a telescope. Just keep an eye out and grab the pick as soon as you spot one.

If you ever run out of Digidietriche, you can visit a trader in the various cities and buy them for a few credits. Since Digidietriche have a mass of 0.0, you don’t have to worry about your inventory and can carry large quantities of Digidietriche without any drawback.

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However, in Starfield, there are not only doors that can be opened without a key or with a Digidietrich. Certain red emergency exit doors require you to cut through four bolts with a weapon.

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I was surprised that the scanner in Starfield can do much more than just display resources

Nicole Wakulczyk Nicole Wakulczyk Reading time 4 minutes

The scanner is one of the most important tools in Starfield. The fact that it can display not only resources surprised MeinMMO author Nicole quite a bit on her space adventure.

In Starfield, exploring is one of the core elements of the game – even if it is sometimes quite limited. Nevertheless, it is worth exploring the planets and getting to know their flora and fauna. The scanner is an indispensable support that not only informs you about the existence of individual resources, plants, and animals.

I would claim that I discovered most of the functions of the scanner in Starfield quite by accident. By pressing the scanner button now and then, interesting possibilities opened up to me. Suddenly, a marked path to my quest marker appeared.

You can upgrade the scanner using your skills. You can find out more about the skills in the video:

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These are the scanner functions in Starfield:

So you don’t have to wait for random revelations from your scanner button, we have put together the functions for you:

  • Scan resources, flora & fauna on a planet

I would be lying if I claimed that I run through new regions without my scanner. I actually always have it right in front of my nose, as long as there are no enemies in front of me. This way, I don’t miss any resources that are in front of me.

As soon as you scan resources, plants, or animals, your scanner displays information about them. The more upgraded your scanner is, the more information it spits out. For example, you’ll find out in which biomes the plants grow and which resources you get from them. To get complete information, you need to scan several plants and animals.

  • Display enemies and NPCs

With the scanner, you can display enemies and NPCs when they are not inside buildings or behind rocks. Depending on your scanner’s level, you can recognize enemies from a considerable distance and in the dark, surprising them.

The scanner also shows you unknown locations
You get info about flora & fauna when scanning
You can scan planets even in space
The skill ‘Scanning’ unlocks additional functions
  • Show path to quest marker

If you activate your scanner and scan the quest marker, a path in the form of white arrows will be displayed on the ground. However, this is only possible if the scanner can actually recognize a path – not when you have barely climbed up some narrow mast.

  • Locate resources

In Starfield, research and crafting play a significant role if you want to upgrade your equipment or outposts. For that, certain resources are required. At the different crafting stations, you can activate the locating of resources.

With the scanner, you can not only see the resources available at your location – it also shows you a small blue magnifying glass. This means that this material or item is needed for crafting.

  • Recognize loot

You all know it. You run around in the world, and loot is everywhere. And soon the question comes up: Do I need this? Can I use this? Is this decoration, or can it be disposed of? Your scanner can’t tell you whether you really need the stuff, but it can at least show you if you can pick up the items.

Personally, it is particularly helpful for me when it comes to locating collectible magazines that I sometimes can’t recognize at first glance amidst worthless notebooks and scraps of paper that I can’t keep.

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  • Use fast travel

If you look at discovered locations or your spaceship with your scanner, you will receive the option to quickly travel to the locations in the selection. This saves time and unnecessary running around. I even use the function within New Atlantis because I’m too lazy to walk to the train constantly.

  • Display locations

You can use the scanner to display locations to quickly travel to them. But you can also display unknown locations when you arrive on a new planet. I usually use it to see what a planet has to offer in terms of locations. Who knows what might be hidden there?

  • Scan planet surfaces

Even before landing, you have the option to scan planets and their surfaces. This shows you the resources located there and provides information about the environment, flora, and fauna.

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How to upgrade your scanner in Starfield:

To unlock the scanner’s full potential, you need to level up some skills in Starfield. The following skills affect the capabilities of your scanner:

  • Skill: Analysis
    • Category: Research

The skill ‘Analysis’ adds an optional zoom to your scanner. Additionally, with each rank of the skill, you increase the scan distance to 20, 30, 40, and 50 meters.

  • Skill: Scanning
    • Category: Research

The skill ‘Scanning’ allows you to discover additional, rarer resources on the surfaces of planets and moons with each rank. Additionally, you receive information about spaceships you encounter in space.

  • Skill: Astrophysics
    • Category: Research

With the skill ‘Astrophysics’, you can scan more planets and moons with each unlocked rank, even outside your current system. In addition, you can discover properties of planets and moons with the skill.

How to use the scanner: On your keyboard, press the F key to equip the scanner. With E, you can then scan your environment and individual resources. On the Xbox controller, press LB.

If you would like more tips for a good start to your space adventure in Starfield, you should check here:

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Steam: A popular mode drives players in CS2 crazy because the spawns are terrible

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

Counter-Strike 2 is set to be released in summer 2023, but even during the testing phase, one mode is causing a lot of frustration among players.

Which mode is it? The Deathmatch mode is part of the daily in-game routine for many “Counter-Strike” players. In it, players engage in numerous consecutive gunfights that are not disrupted by long respawn timers or bomb defusions.

Players start a Deathmatch round, exchanging shots and warming up without the looming loss of Elo. That’s why the Deathmatch mode has been appreciated for years. It is indispensable in CS:GO and will also have its well-deserved place in CS2.

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Players criticize spawns

Why does the mode drive players insane? Some players criticize on Reddit that the spawns in CS2 Deathmatch are “really bad”.

A Reddit user writes: “It [CS2 Deathmatch] constantly spawns with enemies behind you or in 1v2 or even 1v3 situations. You almost never have a spawn without an enemy just out of sight in the first second.”

In the comments, the player receives agreement from other users: “Every time I spawn, an opponent is ready to kill me, and I die immediately unless I abuse the spawn protection and look around.”

Another user lists what bothers him: “Bad spawns, spawn protection (which is way too long), no ammo after a kill, no health/armor gain after a kill, way too long waiting time between spawns.”

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What is the current state of CS2? Valve continues to work tirelessly on the release of Counter-Strike 2, which was planned for summer 2023.

In the meantime, significantly more players have gained access to the beta test and have been able to spend some hours in the CS:GO successor. Alongside the Deathmatch mode, it has also received additional maps like Mirage, Vertigo, and Inferno.

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Destiny 2: Update 7.2.0.3 from 07.09. is here – All patch notes and information

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Today, the battles in the universe of Destiny 2 will be quiet for a while, as Bungie is taking the servers down for update 7.2.0.3. We have gathered all the information and details in this article and will tell you exactly when you can’t play.

Update history for update 7.2.0.3:

19:41: Bungie just reported: All systems are back online. We were also able to log in and hope you were too. You can find the patch notes further down in the article. Among other things, it was announced that the Ascendant emblem with Shaxx is now correct again and Bungie has removed the extra anti-champion artifact benefits of “Service Violation” and “LeMonarque.”

19:00: The update for Destiny 2 is here. It is 112.5 MB on PC. There are still no further news from Bungie. However, these should come soon – including the patch notes.

16:15: According to plan, Bungie’s servers have just gone offline. Players can expect several hours of downtime. We will keep you updated.

What you need to know today: This week, the Tuesday update in Destiny 2 has been postponed to Thursday. And as always, this downtime will bring changes in the game and may fix a few annoying bugs for the guardians.

This is just a part of what Bungie could have on the agenda today with the latest update 7.2.0.3. However, the work also means that you won’t be able to play for a while.

However, we will keep you updated and let you know when the servers are back online.

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Maintenance on 07.09. – All times for server downtime

These times are important today: Bungie has informed players via Twitter about the exact times. The planned downtime today is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

This is the exact schedule for the maintenance:

  • At 15:00, the background maintenance will start on all platforms.
  • At around 16:15, the servers will go offline. Players will be automatically kicked from the game.
  • During the downtime, Bungie will launch the Season 22 update 7.2.0.3. It will be rolled out gradually, allowing players on all platforms to download it.
  • At 19:00, everything should be back online, and you can play again.
  • The maintenance will continue in the background until 21:00.
Important: As long as the background maintenance is running, there may be connection issues in the game. Additionally, there may be queues at login after the maintenance because Bungie will only gradually grant access to the servers to avoid load issues. So it may take longer today for you to get back into the game.

Also, please keep in mind that third-party applications as well as the official companion app may also not be accessible correctly for a while, so you won’t be able to use them.

What changes with update 7.2.0.3 in season 22

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Deactivated until September 19: The Season 22 Exotic of the Titan “Firestorm”

This could be included in update 7.2.0.3: Of course, there is also something to do for the help support of Destiny 2 in season 22. The players have already found some bugs, and Bungie has accordingly updated the list of currently known issues.

Here are the currently known issues in season 22:

  • The Season Exotic “Firestorm” of the Titan is disabled in all activities. It is expected to be reactivated on September 19.
  • Hidden maps from the Prophecy desk indicate that they grant Witch Engrams, but they do not grant rewards.
  • Vanguard Ops, Crucible, and Gambit playlists grant legendary pinnacle engrams instead of focusable exotic engrams.
  • The shader preview is not available when an equipment preview is displayed in the vendor focusing menu.
  • The perk description for the exotic Warlock helmet “Astrocyte Verse” is inaccurate.
  • The cooldowns for generating Tangles are inconsistent across various sources.
  • The quest “Last Will and Testament” can no longer be completed successfully.
  • “Discrepancy” and “Wendigo” cannot currently be focused at Zavala.
  • The damage reduction of the Warlock Shatterdive aspect is not applied to explosive charges.
  • The exotic fusion rifle “Area Effect” incorrectly applies blurring across the entire screen when the targeting device is used.
  • The secondary energy ornament for the exotic Titan chest piece “Heilrüstung” is missing a detail piece on the back.
  • The crafting version of “Tale of a Dying” does not display any owned or available ornaments when inspected.
  • The badge “Bulbultarang” does not appear in collections and cannot be claimed.
  • Swapping shaders or gestures during a locked loadout activity causes guardians to return to orbit with an error.
  • The hunter chest piece “Photon Leather Jacket” is not available for “Armor Synthesis.”
  • Some players may see a “Open Event Map” on the screen that may obstruct visibility.
  • Some players report that the clan banner is not displayed for them even though they already belong to a clan. To workaround this issue, one can currently talk to Hawthorne and pick up the clan banner item.
  • The shader option “Apply to All” in the appearance customization screen lists one’s shaders in random order.
  • Several sparrows from season 22 have misaligned brake lights. Amanda Holliday is missing.
  • The bayonet strike of Monte Carlo currently does not trigger “gamepad rumble.”
  • Player name changes are not infinitely customizable via bungie.net. Several “Number Guardians” are still waiting for the option to change their gamer tag again instead of receiving the message “You have no name changes available.”

If you know of any other bugs in the game that are not listed here, feel free to let us know in the comments section.

Patch Notes for update 7.2.0.3 in Destiny 2

Also in season 22, some lights are blinking red and need help from Bungie support

What’s in the patch notes? Bungie will release the list of all changes for update 7.2.0.3 in the form of patch notes. However, these will only be online tonight and will then provide a complete overview of all resolved issues and improvements.

As soon as they are released, we will link them in this article, as something may change later.

Read the current patch notes for update 7.2.0.3 (in English)

As we prepare to dive back into the world of Destiny 2, we want to hear from you. Let us know in the comments what you think of the current season 22, what you like and what you like less. We look forward to your responses.

New exotics in Destiny 2 play with power and envy, should be nerfed

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„After that, I uninstalled“ – player says he is mentally destroyed because an NPC in Starfield tells a joke

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NPCs often create strange and funny situations in games. In Starfield, a player asked an NPC to tell a joke – however, the response did not go over well with the player.

On Reddit, user Jaxenquest reported on September 7 about an experience he had in Starfield. In a dialogue with the expedition robot Vasco, he asks the NPC if he knows any jokes. Jaxenquest certainly did not expect the response.

Although there is no skill for ‘telling better jokes’ in Starfield, there are skills for other situations:

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“I was mentally devastated”

This was Vasco’s response: In the dialogue with the robot, there is the option “Do you know any jokes about humans?” Jaxenquest selects this option and Vasco responds: “I’m currently watching one.”

The Reddit post is titled “I had to uninstall the game after this incident.” There, Jaxenquest also writes: “I was mentally devastated. Totally unacceptable (via Reddit).”

Whether he really uninstalled the game or wrote that as a joke, we obviously cannot say. He is definitely not the only one who had to hear such remarks from NPCs in Starfield.

In the comments under the post, which currently has over 4,500 upvotes, many users share their experiences in the game.

The robot Vasco is not only known for his funny remarks; he can even pronounce a variety of player names:

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This is how the community reacts to the joke: One user comments on Reddit that he was mocked by an NPC in Starfield for his weight. He had made his character “somewhat heavier”.

Another user writes that he plays Starfield as Ronin. Ronin is one of the backgrounds you can choose for your character in Starfield. An NPC made the comment: “You use swords? You do know there are weapons now, right?”

According to his own statement, Vasco was not equipped with a sense of humor; by the way, the robot previously belonged to Barrett, who is also a companion in Starfield.

The companions not only have funny remarks; they sometimes also awkwardly divert attention when they are courted. Barrett reacted to a flirt attempt with: “Um, okay… let’s get back to the mission (via Reddit).”

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Even the companion Sarah reacts with funny and sometimes nasty remarks to the players’ actions. She asked me if I like parkour when I was flying through Neon with my boost pack. And she keeps telling me that I just carry too much junk and shouldn’t pick up everything lying around.

These remarks from Sarah are also known to the player who collected thousands of potatoes in his cockpit in Starfield and impressed the community with it:

Starfield: Player fills his cockpit with thousands of potatoes and the community finds it “beautiful”

Have you also had funny dialogues with NPCs in Starfield or received any nasty remarks? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

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MeinMMO is looking for Trainee / Junior Editor Gaming (m/f/d)

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We are looking for reinforcement in our team immediately. You can now apply for a position at MeinMMO. As a Trainee / Junior Editor Gaming (m/f/d), you know what gamers are currently discussing, are aware of the current gaming trends, and know what concerns the community.

Who we are looking for: As a Trainee / Junior Editor Gaming, you will be well informed about everything happening in the gaming industry. You know what gamers are talking about, what the current gaming trends are, and where the communities are. This position requires little to no experience, as it is intended for career starters or career changers.

This is what we are looking for:

  • You are a passionate gamer and enjoy discovering new games
    and following discussions about games.
  • You know which games are currently in demand and where there are some
    hidden gems.
  • Complex topics don’t intimidate you, and you enjoy delving into them
    and understanding them.
  • You approach others openly and have no problem contacting someone for an
    interview or a statement.
  • You have a good language sense and very good German and English
    skills.
  • You enjoy diverse work, as no day in web journalism is like
    the other.
  • Practical experience in the media field is an advantage: whether it’s a fan site, a
    blog, social media, Twitch, or a professional website (but this is not a
    requirement for this position).

This is the job

You will become part of our editorial team and learn the craft of editing.

The area of responsibility:

  • You will mainly deal with gaming and the gaming scene.
  • In close collaboration with the editorial management, you will assist in planning the
    editorial reporting.
  • You will research, write, and edit articles such as news, columns, and interviews
    (we will teach you how to optimize articles based on the latest SEO insights and
    refine them linguistically).
  • We will show you how to analyze data with suitable tools to understand,
    why we write or do not write certain articles and how you can improve your own
    articles as a result.
  • We encourage you to provide feedback on our work processes and procedures early on
    and to actively shape them.
  • Intensive and above all practical training in journalistic work for the web
    with a focus on games.
  • If desired, there is the possibility to be involved in video or podcast formats,
    but the focus is on writing articles.

What we offer:

  • Typically, you can work from home three days a week.
  • By arrangement, it is also possible to work fully from home.
  • Flexible working hours can be arranged outside of the core working hours between 10:00 AM and
    3:00 PM.
  • An exciting challenge and opportunities for advancement.
  • Direct access to our Webedia network, which includes the editorial teams of GameStar and GamePro.
  • Diverse training opportunities tailored to your strengths and interests.
  • The opportunity to actively shape and further develop MeinMMO.
  • Consideration of your individual skills and needs so that you can unleash your
    full potential.
  • Use of a Nilo Health account.

If we have piqued your interest, we look forward to your complete
application including a cover letter, resume, certificates, and work samples (optional) via
our online portal! Feel free to add links to your social media accounts to your application.

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Starfield: How to find the Mantis Quest, solve the puzzle and grab a rare ship

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The “Razorleaf” is one of the best ships in Starfield, and during one of the first missions, you will get a hint about its location. This is how you can acquire the powerful spaceship.

What kind of spaceship is this? The Razorleaf belongs to the secret Mantis Station in Starfield and is one of the best, unique ships in the game. The stats are similar to your starter ship, but you get decent bonuses on:

  • Energy
  • Ballistic Weapons
  • Shields

The Razorleaf is a combat ship that focuses on mobility. Therefore, you cannot carry a large crew. However, it is possible that other factions, such as pirates, will recognize the Razorleaf and flee from you. With this ship, you immediately have a respectable reputation in the sector.

Another advantage: you can immediately upgrade the ship without having to lay down a fortune to register the Razorleaf. Once you have taken over the ship, you can do anything with it.

We will show you how to get it and why the trip is doubly worthwhile.

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Starfield: Find Mantis Quest and Unlock Razorleaf

Even during the introductory mission “The Old Neighborhood,” you will find the hint about the special spaceship. As part of the mission, you explore planets of our solar system Sol. You need to scan a satellite that will lead you on the right path:

  • Complete Mars and fly to Venus
  • Here, you should scan a satellite among other things
  • It marks the “Nova Galactic Shipyard” for you
  • You can immediately fast travel there
  • Clear the “Nova Galactic Shipyard” station from enemies
  • Find the note “Secret Outpost” on one of the killed enemies
  • Mission “Mantis” starts automatically
  • Prepare for a difficult fight against robots
  • You reach a room with an automated turret puzzle
  • You can find the password under the list in the spoiler box
  • Fight the remaining enemies
  • In the hangar, go towards the ship and press the button next to the platform to raise it
  • Board and use the cockpit to secure the ship
Password Automated Turret Room

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What should you pay attention to? If you have made it to the hangar, don’t miss the powerful Mantis armor. Be sure to look around well.

If you want to tackle the adventure right from the start, prepare for fierce battles against high-level robots. A strong weapon at the start can be particularly helpful.

If you want to watch the guide with images, you can find an English video on the topic here:

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AMDs RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT in review: Which graphics card is worth it for me the most?

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AMD has released two new graphics cards, the RX 7700 XT and the RX 7800 XT, to compete with Nvidia in the mid-range segment. Whether they succeed is explained in our article on MeinMMO.

The main points at a glance:

  • AMD has launched the RX 7700 XT and the RX 7800 XT as mid-range graphics cards for gamers.
  • The GPUs provide enough performance for WQHD (1440p) and high FPS in Full-HD (1080p).
  • With FSR, AMD offers an alternative to Nvidia’s DLSS.
  • The graphics cards have a large video memory of 12 GB (RX 7700 XT) and 16 GB (RX 7800 XT).
  • In ray tracing, the performance of AMD graphics cards is still lagging behind those of Nvidia.

With the RX 7700 XT and the 7800 XT, AMD has brought two new graphics cards to the market. Both GPUs target gamers who do not want to spend more than 600 euros on a mid-range model.

Nvidia also offers two graphics cards in the same segment: the RTX 4060 Ti and the RTX 4070. MeinMMO explains what the two graphics cards offer and which one may be worth it for which type of gamer.

RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT – The Facts at a Glance

Who is the graphics card aimed at? AMD presents the two graphics cards at gamescom 2023 and is targeting gamers looking for a graphics card for WQHD. Indirectly, the direct competitors mentioned are the RTX 4060 Ti and the RTX 4070. Above the two GPUs are the Radeon RX 7900 XT and RX 7900 XTX.

What the RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT offer: With the two graphics cards, AMD aims to provide enough performance for WQHD (1440p) or high FPS in Full-HD (1080p). With FSR, AMD also delivers an alternative to Nvidia’s DLSS. The pricing is slightly below that of the competition.

With the two graphics cards, AMD also aims to close the significant gap between RX 7600 and RX 7900 XT(X). No more graphics cards should officially follow for the 7000 series.

The most important data at a glance:


Radeon RX 7700 XTRadeon RX 7800 XT
InterfacePCIe 4.0PCIe 4.0
Base clock2,171 MHz2,124 MHz
Boost clock2,544 MHz2,430 MHz
Memory size12 GB GDDR616 GB GDDR6
Memory interface width192-bit256-bit
TDP (Power consumption)245 Watts263 Watts
Price (MSRP)489 Euros549 Euros

What the testers say about the RX 7700 XT and 7800 XT

In the following section, we present excerpts from independent tests. Following that, we present the advantages and disadvantages of the two new graphics cards.

TesterTester Statement
Hardwareluxx.deThe Radeon RX 7700 XT performs better against the GeForce RTX 46060 Ti than the Radeon RX 7800 XT does against the GeForce RTX 4070. Thus, AMD provides a good alternative to NVIDIA’s offering, and that is exactly what NVIDIA needs – competition. Especially, you don’t have to worry about graphics memory for the Radeon RX 7700 XT, which is a concern with the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti with 8 GB.
Computerbase.deThe overall packages of both graphics cards are comparable, with various advantages and disadvantages. Customers should decide based on their personal priorities; there is no real winner. For someone who owns a Radeon RX 6800 XT or larger from the previous generation, the Radeon RX 7800 XT is not worth it.
PCWelt.deThe AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT is an interesting graphics card for QHD gamers at a fair price. Although the performance increase compared to its predecessor, the RX 6800 XT, is modest, AMD has also lowered the price by 100 Euros. The graphics card enables 1440p gaming with maximum graphics settings and offers the best price-performance ratio currently in the mid-range.
PCGamesHardware.deIf you have been waiting to buy a Radeon RX 6800 XT until today, the matter is clear: the Radeon RX 7800 XT is in every respect the better graphics card and also comparably priced – buy the new model; there is no catch.

What do the testers praise? With the RX 7700 XT and the RX 7800 XT, you get two very good graphics cards that offer you lots of performance for your money. With the large video memory (12 GB for the RX 7700 XT and 16 GB for the 7800 XT), the graphics cards are future-proof and are often ahead of Nvidia’s graphics cards.

Especially in terms of price-performance ratio, AMD scores important points compared to Nvidia’s RTX 4060 Ti and RTX 4070.

What do the testers criticize? AMD’s RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT still lag significantly behind Nvidia’s graphics cards in performance when it comes to ray tracing. Some critics also say that the gap between the new 7000 series cards is noticeably smaller than the leap from the last generation. However, the same situation applies to Nvidia’s 4000 series graphics cards.

Colleagues from Computerbase further criticize that the naming of the RX 7800 XT is misleading. Because the RX 7800 XT is more on par with the RX 6800 and not the XT variant. This is especially disappointing for buyers who expect a significant performance jump when purchasing.

How good is the RX 7700 XT in Full-HD, WQHD, and 4K?

The RX 7700 XT consistently outperforms the competing RX 4060 Ti in tests. Sometimes it is 20% more powerful than Nvidia’s graphics card. Also, the new GPU is about 30% ahead of the older RX 6700 XT.

The performance of the RX 7700 XT is sufficient thanks to the 12 GB of video memory for both Full-HD and WQHD gaming at high to maximum graphics settings. The RX 7700 XT can even handle ray tracing. However, the performance of the RX 7700 XT is no longer sufficient for 4K.

How good is the RX 7800 XT in Full-HD, WQHD, and 4K?

The 7800 XT offers excellent performance in Full-HD and WQHD gaming. You can also play games in 4K, but you will need to lower the details. The graphics card also performs well with ray tracing. However, the RX 7800 XT is not a true 4K graphics card.

When it comes to 4K resolution with ray tracing enabled, the RX 7800 XT becomes too slow. Demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 no longer achieve stable 60 FPS.

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Who benefits from the RX 7700 XT and RX 7800 XT?

In principle, one should be aware that the new graphics cards do not offer much more performance than the old generation. The advantage lies in only a few percentage points and slightly improved efficiency.

Especially for gamers who want to upgrade from an older graphics card, the two new GPUs are worth considering. For those who already have a RX 6800 XT or faster installed in their gaming PC, the RX 7700 XT and 7800 XT are not worth it.

Is Nvidia worth considering as an alternative? It depends on what you value and how much you are willing to pay:

  • The RTX 4070 remains a good alternative, as it delivers better performance in ray tracing.
  • The RTX 4060 Ti with its 8 GB is not recommended, but the 16 GB variant of the RTX 4060 Ti is at least an option if it becomes cheaper than the RX 7700 XT.

It still holds that Nvidia offers the more modern feature set: with FSR 3, AMD can reduce the gap to DLSS, but Nvidia is still ahead. On the other hand, Nvidia graphics cards are significantly more expensive. AMD graphics cards, in turn, have the advantage of being equipped with significantly more video memory.

Therefore, Computerbase concludes that “there is no real winner” when comparing the current mid-range models of AMD and Nvidia.

How important is it whether I buy AMD or Nvidia for a graphics card?

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Obtain Nyrulna – How to get the mighty spear of the Djinni in Act 3

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Dschinni Akabi from Baldur’s Gate 3 has made life difficult for many players with his pranks. But if you act cleverly and particularly annoy him, he will send you to a secret Dinoland. There you will find the mentioned dinosaurs, as well as a powerful, legendary weapon. How to get there is explained here in the (video) walkthrough.

Spoiler Warning: This concerns a weapon and a location from Act 3 of Baldur’s Gate 3! You have been warned.

Which weapon is it? The legendary spear Nyrulna is offered as a reward for successfully visiting Dinoland. The weapon is one of the best ranged weapons in Baldur’s Gate 3. It deals W8 piercing damage, two points of acid damage, and W6 sonic damage.

The special thing is that Nyrulna returns to your hands whenever you throw it. So you can throw the spear as many times as you like without worrying about losing it.

On top of that, you gain +3 meters to your movement rate and jump distance. The bearer is also immune to fall damage.

However, the spear is not exactly subtle: Nyrulna glows in a radius of six meters.

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Who is Dschinni Akabi? Akabi is a djinn who runs the fortune wheel at the “Circus of Last Days.” He is characterized by his particularly friendly nature: He insults his guests unrelentingly. He also manipulates the wheel. A pleasant fellow, indeed.

Nyrulna is the grand prize at the fortune wheel. However, you can also receive other items from Akabi. For example, you can read here how to get the “Boots of Very Fast Blinking”:

It’s worth reading so you don’t suddenly find yourself standing there completely naked

The colleagues at GamePro.de also point out that Akabi will turn you into cheese if you confront him about his cheating.

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How do you get into Dinoland and acquire the weapon? To be able to obtain Nyrulna, you need a rogue like Astarion with high dexterity and stealth skills, as well as thieving tools. If you have one or two invisibility potions on hand, that will help as well.

For those in a hurry, we have a simple walkthrough in video form here. Below the video, we explain the individual steps again in writing.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Entering Dinoland and Obtaining Nyrulna
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And here is the written walkthrough:

  1. Go to the “Circus of Last Days” and find Dschinni Akabi in the southern part of the carnival.
  2. Stealthily approach Akabi. Click on him to pickpocket him.
  3. The object of your desire is the “Dschinni Ring.” This gives its bearer the power to cast the cantrip “Mage Hand.” Without the ring, Akabi can no longer manipulate the fortune wheel next to him.
  4. After successfully stealing, speak to Akabi. It’s best not to be discouraged by his “friendly” demeanor. Antagonizing him before the spin won’t make it easier for you.
  5. Select the option “2. I would like to spin the wheel.” The spun wheel should stop on the grand prize – Akabi can’t prevent this anymore.
  6. Now you can antagonize him: Choose “3. HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE A FAILURE?” in response to his accusations.
  7. The djinn will teleport the winning character away with a snap of his fingers: Welcome to the Dino Jungle!
  8. Next, head southeast and take the next turn to the south. The portal should come into view soon.
    Warning: The dinosaurs are formidable and should not be trifled with. So you have the choice to fight or sneak. Move as you feel comfortable.
  9. At the end of the path, jump onto the platform. Now you are safe from the dinos.
  10. Nyrulna is in the chest in front of the portal. Open it with a dexterity check. You need to roll at least a 20.
  11. Once the lock is picked, you can take the weapon and return through the portal. You will spawn at the other end of the carnival and can return to your remaining group from there.

We wish you success and fun with Nyrulna. Have you already found the weapon in your run? Have you been turned into cheese by Akabi? We look forward to your djinn adventures in the comments.

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Diablo 4 Tier List for Season 1 – Best Builds & Classes for the Endgame

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 6 minutes

In our tier list for Season 1 in Diablo 4, we show you the best classes and builds in the ranking. We explain which class plays best solo or in a group for Nightmare Dungeons and more.

What are the best classes in Patch 1.1.3? With Season 1, a lot has changed in the balance, there have been many buffs and also some nerfs. Sorcerers are currently the weakest overall, while all other classes have at least one S or A-tier build.

Who creates the tier list? We base our data on the tier list from maxroll.gg, where the list is created with tests and mathematics. The data is backed by experts Rob, Wudijo, Northwar, Facefoot, Raxxanterax, and Chewignom.

The basis is the strength of the classes in the endgame, where all activities in the endgame are taken into account and not just the increasingly difficult Nightmare Dungeons. You will find the tier list here in a short overview and below all classes with the best builds for solo gameplay in detail. There are links to recreate and tips for leveling the class.

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What does “S” to “F” mean? The tier list categorizes builds in a semi-alphabetical order, with S at the top and subsequently descending A-F. None of the builds are really bad, but the higher a build is ranked, the stronger it is compared to others.

Specifically, this means: You progress more easily with a build in a higher tier than with one in a lower tier. Still, it’s best to choose a class and build that fits your playstyle best and use the list as a guide if you want to improve.

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The best Barbarian builds in the endgame

A-Tier: Whirlwind Barbarian

Whirlwind has been one of the most popular and best builds in Diablo for ages. You slash through enemies like a steel tornado and heal yourself in the process. Perfect for any content and apparently still strong even after the big nerf. Suitable for solo and groups.

B-Tier: Hammer Barbarian

Hammer of the Ancients (short: HotA for “Hammer of the Ancients”) is based on high area damage and battle cries. You are even a formidable tank for your group.

B-Tier: Rending Barbarian

With Rending, Barbarians have some of the highest single target damage and are therefore true boss killers. However, you need good positioning and thus more experience than with Whirlwind. Strong for experienced solo players.

In B-Tier, there is also an interesting build: Thorns Barbarian. This is currently being tested, but one player has already shown it impressively: he stands AFK and kills everything.

Here you can find tips for leveling up quickly as a Barbarian in Diablo 4.

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These 5 games are releasing in September, their trailers are already convincing

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 4 minutes

The gaming market for September looks promising, as titles like Mortal Kombat 1, Lies of P or Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty are highly anticipated. Other releases may fall by the wayside. To prevent that from happening, MeinMMO author Linda has listed 5 games that are also coming in September.

In this small list, you will find generally important information that will help you decide whether you want to add the following games to your wishlist or not:

  • What can you expect in the game?
  • When and on which platforms will it be released?

Void Crew

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Void Crew Trailer

What can you expect in the game? The trailer for Void Crew doesn’t really show gameplay, but it convinces with an interesting concept and plenty of space action.

Void Crew is a cooperative action-adventure where you must pilot a spaceship with up to four players. Share the tasks fairly and best according to your personal strengths.

Because in this game, teamwork is required. You steer the ship, man the guns, and use your weapons to defeat other ships and enemies. You produce ammunition and must make repairs, recharge energy cells, or leave the ship to go on missions or loot abandoned wrecks.

All these tasks are definitely easier to manage as a team. Still, the game also gives you the option to try it alone.

When and on which platforms will it be released? Void Crew will be released on September 7, 2023, on Steam.

Witchfire

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Witchfire Gameplay

What can you expect in the game? This trailer shows you what gameplay you can expect from Witchfire. You can see battles against strange creatures with various weapons and spells.

This dark game is a first-person shooter from the creators of The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, who have also gained action experience with Painkiller and Bulletstorm.

In Witchfire, you explore a dark fantasy world inspired by 15th-century Europe, but with plenty of monstrous creatures. These could definitely be inspired by H.P. Lovecraft, but also by realistic phobias and fears.

Your task will be to find the notorious witch of the black sea and destroy the army that protects her, in order to get your hands on a mysterious artifact that will turn the tide of the war.

Alongside firearms, powerful spells should also be at your disposal. And the developers promise with Witchfire a roguelite for those who don’t like roguelites.

When and on which platforms will it be released? Witchfire will be released on September 20, 2023, for PC.

Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles

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Astrea Trailer

What can you expect in the game? The trailer for Astrea delights with lovingly crafted graphics and an interesting style. The decision to keep the game in a color scheme of blue and red definitely adds to the feeling of good and evil.

This deck-building roguelike uses dice instead of cards and aims to create a new experience.

You can choose from over 350 dice to assemble your perfect dice supply. There are also three different types of dice: perfectly balanced, reliably safe, and risky. You assign new actions to the dice faces and can thus influence the outcome in your favor.

In Astrea, you choose one of six playable oracles. These are the descendants of the six-sided oracles, who were blessed by a mystical star many years ago and had the power to seal the gift of celestial bodies in mystical relics.

The cataclysm destroyed the star system and scattered the relics. As descendants of the oracles, you set out to reclaim them and restore hope in a shattered world.

Each playable oracle offers you a different play style. Whether you prefer to beat your opponents or outsmart them with clever moves is up to you.

When and on which platforms will it be released? Astrea will be released on September 21, 2023, for PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox.

Fate/Samurai Remnant

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Fate Samurai Trailer

What can you expect in the game? The trailer for Fate looks like a well-made anime trailer and presents you with an exciting mix of gameplay, video sequences, and interesting characters.

This new Fate is set in Edo, Japan, in the 17th century and follows the story of Miyamoto Iori, a ronin, and his servant Saber.

Fate/Samurai Remnant is an action RPG, and especially for anime fans, it’s a good tip.

You experience the bustling everyday life of Edo and move through this city with traditional houses, samurai residences, and brothels. Along the way, you meet various characters and take on different quests.

In Edo, the Waxing Moon Ritual takes place, in which seven powerful pairs, consisting of a master and a servant, fight against each other to obtain the all-powerful “Wish Granter.” And only one pair can emerge as the victor from this ritual. You will face this competition.

Switch between Iori and his servant in the game to best confront the dangers and opponents.

When and on which platforms will it be released? Fate will be released on September 28, 2023, for PC, Switch, and PS4/5.

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COCOON

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What can you expect in the game? The trailer for COCOON gives you a good impression of the many worlds and different puzzles created for this game.

COCOON is a puzzle game and adventure from the gameplay designer of INSIDE and LIMBO.

It takes you on a journey through many worlds, where each world exists in a sphere that you carry on your back. You jump between worlds and must combine or manipulate to solve the different puzzles.

You travel through unique biomes, industrial structures, and organic caves, and will soon unveil a strange mystery.

As in the first two games, you need to interact with your environment repeatedly to progress. The spheres on your back also serve as tools. Each possesses a capability that will assist you in the worlds. You use them to find hidden paths, trigger switches, or drop projectiles.

When and on which platforms will it be released? COCOON will be released on September 29, 2023, on PC via Steam, on Switch, PS4, PS5, and Xbox.

Will you keep an eye on one of these games that will be released in September 2023? Feel free to let us know in the comments and tell us which game particularly appeals to you.

Here you will find another list of games that might still be worth the wait:

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Twitch streamer shroud compares Starfield to Baldur’s Gate 3: names one the best game of the decade

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The Twitch streamer Michael “shroud” Grzesiek (29) is known as a shooter specialist, but he is also passionate about MMORPGs and role-playing games. Recently, two heavyweights in the role-playing genre have been released: Baldur’s Gate 3 and Starfield . Shroud has a clear favorite: Baldur’s Gate 3 offers an experience you will never forget. He calls it the “game of the damned decade.”

What has shroud been playing lately? The shooter expert shroud is known for his aiming skills in games like CS:GO or Valorant, but he has now made so much money just from his stint at Mixer, that he primarily plays what he enjoys. In the last 90 days, he played:

  • Diablo IV for 269 hours – he had an average of 17,701 viewers
  • Starfield for 70 hours – he had an average of 28,225 viewers
  • Baldur’s Gate 3 for 69 hours – he had an average of 10,849 viewers

In fact, shroud is currently the world’s most successful Twitch streamer in terms of viewer hours for Starfield, ahead of CohhCarnage and the Spanish-speaking streamers IlloJuan and Rubius. Even the “Moglers” from Fextralife are only in fifth place.

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Baldur’s Gate 3 is the game of the damned decade

What is his favorite? Shroud is currently streaming Starfield again and is busy with a standard “fetch and bring” quest.

He said that Starfield is unfortunately not very deep.

If you decide you want to complete a quest in a certain way, it’s likely that Starfield simply does not provide that option. This variety of solutions is what makes Baldur’s Gate 3 so strong.

Shroud raves while playing Starfield:

That’s why Baldur’s Gate 3, by far, is the game of the damned decade. They say: Okay, you want to do it this way? Okay, do it your way!

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Currently the biggest streamer of Starfield on Twitch recommends Baldur’s Gate 3

What shroud loves about Baldur’s Gate 3: The Twitch streamer says that in his about 80 hours with Baldur’s Gate 3, there were only two occasions where it was not possible to solve a problem exactly the way that came to his mind at the moment.

In this regard, Baldur’s Gate 3 surpasses everything he has ever played. It’s such a remarkable experience that you will never forget.

The currently most successful Twitch streamer recommends everyone to play Baldur’s Gate 3. It’s a masterpiece.

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Starfield: Choose 4 of the best features that are worth it at launch

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 2 minutes

In Starfield, you can create your character at the beginning and shape it according to your wishes. The problem here is, however, that you might quickly give one of the most important things in the game the wrong attention. We will show you what traits are and what to look out for.

What do I need to pay attention to? After you have completed the introductory mission, you can create your character. This can, in addition to detailed facial features and proportions, also receive a backstory and traits.

While you must choose a background during creation, traits are purely optional. Nevertheless, they also have advantages that can positively affect your journeys. The problem, however, is that these traits also come with a negative effect – you are dealing with a double-edged sword here.

Before you choose no traits at all, we will show you 4 options that could definitely be worth it.

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4 Traits Worth Having

What you need to know: In total, you have 17 traits to choose from. When making your choice, you must keep in mind that you cannot activate every trait. Some traits exclude each other. The best example here is “Introverted” and “Extroverted”. You cannot have both; you can either take the first or the second.

There are also traits related to factions and religions that ensure you gain advantages and disadvantages as well as new dialogue options. Now let’s move on to the traits that could be worth having.

You can view all traits again in the character planner of nukedragons.com.

Terra Firma

What does this trait do? This trait gives you more health and oxygen when you are on planets, but reduces the same when you are in space. Since you will explore a lot of different planets, it is a useful investment.

Empath

What does this trait do? This trait makes you very empathetic and gives your companions a temporary boost in combat efficiency when you do things they like. The exact opposite happens when you do things they don’t like.

Taskmaster

What does this trait do? If you have a trained crew on your ship, it will automatically repair itself when its condition drops below 50%. However, you also need to pay double for your crew when you want to hire them.

Hero Worshipped

What does this trait do? You will receive the attention of a fan who will join your crew. He will chatter away, but also shower you with gifts. Useful if you have a small crew at the beginning.

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These were all the traits that could be worth having at the beginning. Keep in mind that you don’t have to select any traits at all. You can also start blank and don’t have to burden yourself with unnecessary difficulties. Nevertheless, some of the traits offer certain advantages that outweigh their negative effects.

Which traits did you choose? Did you make a selection, or did you start without any? Let us know!

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