„How Monkeys in the Zoo“ – Do Twitch Streamers Dominate gamescom 2023?

Lydia Lydia Reading time 2 minutes

At gamescom 2022, Twitch streamers caused a stir. After 2 years of pandemic-related pause, no one was really prepared for how huge livestreaming has become. Preparations were made for gamescom 2023, yet there are still talks of an “influencer con”.

What’s different in 2023? After Twitch streamer Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris (35) caused a massive gathering at gamescom last year, things went quite differently at gamescom 2023. Instead of diving into the crowd, the Twitch streamer had a stage program that was relatively organized.

This year, there have not yet been other incidents like the notorious brawl behind Hall 8. However, it seems influencers have a much larger share of the world’s biggest gaming fair than just a few years ago.

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Twitch streamers are welcomed by screaming crowds

How is gamescom 2023 going? Whether AAA games like the highly anticipated space epic Starfield or smaller indie gems: There are numerous games to marvel at at gamescom. Nevertheless, in social networks and here on MeinMMO, you keep reading that gamescom is increasingly becoming an influencer con.

Many people apparently travel to experience their favorite streamers up close. Sometimes, content creators are besieged by fans – and even the influencers themselves don’t seem to be very happy about it.

The Twitch streamer JenNyan reports on Twitter about screaming crowds waiting in front of the RedBull Arena for content creators. One would first have to fight through to retreat to the Creator Lounge there.

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Her Twitch colleague Neevi confirms: That’s exactly why she’s no longer interested in gamescom (via Twitter). This impression is repeatedly corroborated in the comments: These are mainly younger visitors clustering in certain areas.

MontanaBlack himself, who was celebrated like a world star last year, seems to be annoyed by the development. On Instagram, he writes in his story that people go there to watch “influencers like monkeys in a zoo”.

In another slide, he states: For him, the train has long left to not be recognized in public. However, he wishes that fans would respect privacy more.

MontanaBlack feels like a monkey in a zoo

The Twitch streamer Mcky had already decided against visiting gamescom in advance. On Twitter, he wrote that his passion is games, but the fair is becoming a meeting point for influencers. Instead, he will participate in the gamescom LAN next year, the streamer said.

As a private visitor, you still have a better chance of organizing your visit yourself and this year also do not have to fear being swept away by the crowd following MontanaBlack.

So, those who want to focus on the games can usually do so – but they might have to endure long wait times. It’s faster in the Indie Arena, where real hidden gems await visitors.

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Diablo 4 shows patch notes for patch 1.1.3, nerfs some of the worst enemies, but hardly distributes buffs

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 6 minutes

The contents of the next patch for Diablo 4 are known. Patch 1.1.3 is quite unspectacular and offers many bug fixes and quality-of-life changes for annoying enemies and their affixes. What exactly is stated in the patch notes can be seen in our overview.

What does Patch 1.1.3 offer? The patch mainly addresses errors in the Season of Malice and reduces the annoyance of monsters and their affixes with CC effects regarding stuns. These will be adjusted somewhat, resulting in players losing control less frequently and not for as long.

When will Patch 1.1.3 be released? The patch is expected to be released on August 29. Blizzard has already announced the complete patch notes for Season 1.

The most important adjustments are listed here:

  • We have made several changes to monster skills and elite affixes that cause loss of control effects.
  • The death explosion from fire-enchanted monsters now causes one wave less and deals 20% less damage.
  • A bug has been fixed where starting from level 35, the Echo of Varshan had no guaranteed legendary loot chance.
  • Achievements, trophies, and challenges with the same unlocking criteria across multiple platforms are now transferred through cross-platform progression.
  • A bug has been fixed that allowed the inventory of druids to fill with ghost blessings, blocking the progress of quests that had items associated with them.
  • A bug has been fixed where hunters could skip a phase of the encounter “Echo of Lilith” through concealment.
  • A bug has been fixed where treasure goblins between levels 15 and 40 did not drop a guaranteed legendary item upon death.
  • A bug has been fixed where several bosses starting from level 35 might not drop a legendary item.

Further down, we will list the complete patch notes in an overview. You can find all general information about the season in our overview for Season 1.

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Patch Notes 1.1.3 Overview

Gameplay Updates

Monsters

Sources of loss of control

We have made several changes to monster skills and elite affixes that cause loss of control effects, for example:

  • Cold-enchanted elite opponents that attack quickly in succession (e.g. ghost archers or snake creatures) no longer activate cold enchantment with each hit.
  • Ice wind now less frequently causes overlapping walls.
  • The stun skill of the cannibal devourer can now be dodged more easily.
  • The cooldown of the ice pillars of the cold goat man has been increased.
  • The freezing amount from attacks of the cold spider has been reduced.
  • The stun duration of the Nangari snake eye has been reduced from 1.5 to 1.25 seconds.
  • Further changes that allow players to be less frequently targeted by loss of control.
Developer’s Comment: These changes aim to reduce the time players lose control and provide more recovery time after a loss of control, especially at high world levels.

General

  • The death explosion from fire-enchanted monsters now causes one wave less and deals 20% less damage.
  • The damage of the rushing attack of the swollen corpse has been reduced by 14%.

Miscellaneous

  • Affixes on items are now uniformly sorted.
Developer’s Comment: In the Season of Blood, there will be an adjustment to how affixes are displayed in the tooltips of items. This change is the foundation for our ongoing efforts to compare random affixes better.
  • The seasonal filter and the “My Class” filter in the “Codex of Power” menu now save the last filter criteria.
  • Controller navigation in the glyph upgrade menu now feels more natural.
  • Achievements, trophies, and challenges with the same unlocking criteria across multiple platforms are now transferred through cross-platform progression.

Fixed Bugs

Season of Malice

  • A bug has been fixed that displayed an incorrect tooltip for the shadow clone from the imprisoned Heart of Deception on the Fields of Hatred.
  • A bug has been fixed where the shadow clone from the imprisoned Heart of Deception could be afflicted with loss of control effects that would then transfer to the player.
  • A bug has been fixed where the stun effect of the imprisoned Heart of Calculation was not triggered when the cast skill was infused.
  • A bug has been fixed where monsters in the Greedy Pit were able to open the door to the chamber where Varshan is encountered.
  • A bug has been fixed where the quest “The Echo of Varshan” could not be completed if Varshan was defeated by the player after he had been killed by him.
  • A bug has been fixed where completed objectives of the season journey were shown in the “Challenges” menu under “Recently Completed.”
  • A bug has been fixed where the rewards for defeating Varshan for the first time could not be found in the player’s loot chest if he missed it.
  • A bug has been fixed where starting from level 35, the Echo of Varshan had no chance for guaranteed legendary loot.
  • A bug has been fixed where during the quest “The Bitter Truth,” Cormond did not appear after Varshan was defeated if the party leader was killed during the fight.

Gameplay

  • When the following skills and powers were applied by a player to a monster, other players could unintentionally benefit from this effect. This has been fixed.
    • Skills and passive skills
      • Decay
      • Shadow Plague
      • Screw Blades
      • Shatter
    • Paragon nodes and glyphs
      • Bloodfall
      • Exploit Weakness
      • Revenge
      • Dominate
      • Ripper and Claw
      • Corpse Giver
      • Amplify
    • A bug has been fixed that allowed the inventory of druids to fill with ghost blessings, blocking the progress of quests that had items associated with them.
    Developer’s Comment: Druidic ghost offerings can now be dropped from the quest inventory, allowing other quest items to be picked up again.
    • A bug has been fixed where players could lose abnormal embers when entering a cellar.
    • A bug has been fixed where players became temporarily stationary when attempting to dodge immediately after casting a channeled spell (e.g., Flame Death or Thunderstorm).
    • A bug has been fixed where treasure goblins between levels 15 and 40 did not drop a guaranteed legendary item upon death.
    • A bug has been fixed where several bosses starting from level 35 might not drop a legendary item.

    User Interface

    • A bug has been fixed where the prompt for dissolving a clan asked the player to enter the clan name instead of the provided code.
    • A bug has been fixed where during the quest “Answers in the Ashes,” the quest marker for searching the archive room disappeared when passing the target.
    • A bug has been fixed where the target “Faded Blessed Mother” incorrectly specified the name for the dungeon “Echo of Hatred.”
    • A bug has been fixed where two overlapping symbols for Cormond’s workbench were displayed in the Blistering Steppe.
    • A bug has been fixed where multiple notifications for untracked whispers displayed the same update repeatedly.

    Miscellaneous

    • A bug has been fixed where mounted NPCs appeared to ride an invisible horse. (GHOST HORSES?!)
    • A bug has been fixed where classes that cannot equip daggers were able to equip the skeleton key, i.e., the dagger that is given as a reward for completing the quest “Caught.”
    • A bug has been fixed where progress during the quest “The Jewel of the East” could be blocked during co-op play.
    • A bug has been fixed where progress on the druid class quest “Ghosts of the Lost Grove” could be blocked if the player joined after activating the last stone of a group.
    • A bug has been fixed where hunters could skip a phase of the encounter “Echo of Lilith” through concealment.
    • Performance and stability improvements across all platforms.
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    • When the following skills and powers were applied by a player to a monster, other players could unintentionally benefit from this effect. This has been fixed.
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        • Screw Blades
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        • Amplify
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      Developer’s Comment: Druidic ghost offerings can now be dropped from the quest inventory, allowing other quest items to be picked up again.
      • A bug has been fixed where players could lose abnormal embers when entering a cellar.
      • A bug has been fixed where players became temporarily stationary when attempting to dodge immediately after casting a channeled spell (e.g., Flame Death or Thunderstorm).
      • A bug has been fixed where treasure goblins between levels 15 and 40 did not drop a guaranteed legendary item upon death.
      • A bug has been fixed where several bosses starting from level 35 might not drop a legendary item.

      User Interface

      • A bug has been fixed where the prompt for dissolving a clan asked the player to enter the clan name instead of the provided code.
      • A bug has been fixed where during the quest “Answers in the Ashes,” the quest marker for searching the archive room disappeared when passing the target.
      • A bug has been fixed where the target “Faded Blessed Mother” incorrectly specified the name for the dungeon “Echo of Hatred.”
      • A bug has been fixed where two overlapping symbols for Cormond’s workbench were displayed in the Blistering Steppe.
      • A bug has been fixed where multiple notifications for untracked whispers displayed the same update repeatedly.

      Miscellaneous

      • A bug has been fixed where mounted NPCs appeared to ride an invisible horse. (GHOST HORSES?!)
      • A bug has been fixed where classes that cannot equip daggers were able to equip the skeleton key, i.e., the dagger that is given as a reward for completing the quest “Caught.”
      • A bug has been fixed where progress during the quest “The Jewel of the East” could be blocked during co-op play.
      • A bug has been fixed where progress on the druid class quest “Ghosts of the Lost Grove” could be blocked if the player joined after activating the last stone of a group.
      • A bug has been fixed where hunters could skip a phase of the encounter “Echo of Lilith” through concealment.
      • Performance and stability improvements across all platforms.
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5 hardcore games to keep an eye on if you liked Elden Ring and Dark Souls

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 3 minutes

Dark Souls not only had an impact on the gaming industry in general, but also brought with it its own sub-genre. Soulslikes now appear almost monthly to provide you with a similar feeling as From Software. We have compiled 5 for you to keep an eye on.

What is a Soulslike? There isn’t really a 100 percent definition of the term, but several characteristics can be named.

  • Connected world with varying degrees of hidden shortcuts
  • A combat system reminiscent of Dark Souls
  • High difficulty level
  • The certain, dark atmosphere

The following 5 games do not connect all, but several of the mentioned characteristics. For good variance, we have defined the term broadly. Feel free to write your tips for future or already released Soulslikes in the comments.

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5. Lords of the Fallen

Platform: PC, Xbox Series, PS5 | Release: October 13, 2023

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Not to be confused with the game of the same name from 2014, Lords of the Fallen is the sequel to the fantasy Soulslike. Lords of the Fallen wants to do everything better than its predecessor and presents itself in dark visuals.

The source of inspiration Dark Souls is not hidden, and both visually and gameplay-wise, Lords of the Fallen could also be an official Souls title. The so-called Soul Flay is an interesting new mechanic that allows you to pull enemies over small abysses or paralyze them. This opens a new tactical depth for you while exploring the world.

4. Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn

Platform: PC, Xbox Series, PS5, PS4 | Release: 2024

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A bit more colorful is Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn. The studio A44 previously developed the small Soulslike Ashen and is now attempting a significantly larger project with a large, open world full of magic and gods.

The combat system is reminiscent of Bloodborne, as you also use various melee weapons as well as firearms. Additionally, there is magic and an uncharacteristic combo system for Soulslikes, in which you try to combine and utilize all your combat options. This makes the game look even faster and more dynamic than classic Soulslikes.

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LoL: These are the currently 10 least popular champions

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 6 minutes

Currently, League of Legends has 164 different playable champions in its roster. Naturally, it is normal that some champions are played more often than others. At the bottom of the list are champions that many new players may have never seen.

Where do we get the statistics? Our numbers are based on the statistics from the site op.gg. The site collects data from LoL matches and summarizes this information. In this list, we refer to data from solo-ranked matches across all ranks, whether low or high, over the last month. (As of: 26.08.2023 12:41)

It is always hard to say why some champions are hardly played. In the following post, we try to find an explanation, which is based solely on speculation and evaluation of the numbers. The main role of the champions is also determined by statistics.

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10. Kled

Main role: Toplane | Pick rate: 1.88 % | Win rate: 51.62%

Kled actually has a really good win rate. The reason he is rarely played may lie in his mechanics with his mount. One must learn and be able to play two styles to prove oneself with Kled on the top lane.

A lane that has many champions, which work more through simple and blunt design. His visual design alongside all the human characters that resemble anime figures likely diminishes his popularity.

9. Kog’Maw

Main role: Botlane | Pick rate: 1.87 % | Win rate: 51.1%

Kog’Maw also has a solid win rate and was able to work well with the Guinsoo’s changes at the beginning of the mid-season. However, Kog’Maw requires good mechanical skill since he primarily benefits from kiting and his skill shots.

Additionally, he is very immobile and can struggle to defend against assassins, who are currently played in the meta, without his team. Overall, he is a difficult champion to play whose skill is rewarded, as the win rate shows.

8. Galio

Main role: Midlane | Pick rate: 1.82 % | Win rate: 49.68%

Galio has never had a good standing in the community. Before his rework, he was already unpopular, and as current numbers show, he is still that way. As a midlaner, he is a rather sluggish champion who functions as a tank and is particularly good against mages.

These are currently hardly represented on the midlane, and through his ultimate, he is also a champion who more plays with his team rather than carrying the game alone. Champions like Zed, Yasuo, or Akali are more solo carries on the midlane.

7. Taric

Main role: Support| Pick rate: 1.7% | Win rate: 51.49%

The few players who play Taric are actually quite successful with him. Everything about Taric is based on timing, both his ultimate and an E ability are strong spells when you catch the right moment. At the same time, Taric is very dependent on mana, and one must be able to manage it.

However, Taric is also very dependent on the teammate he is connected with, and this person must keep in mind how Taric’s abilities function. Champions like Thresh or Blitzcrank can provide quick and efficient openings to the team even with a bad ADC. Also, many champions can do his healing even better.

6. Bard

Main role: Support | Pick rate: 1.64 % | Win rate: 49.31%

Bard is one of the most unique champions in LoL. His kit functions through roaming the map and collecting his passive ability. However, one must do this at the right time, otherwise, the ADC is alone on the lane against 2 opponents.

Many Bard matches also fail because of this. While Bard can deal damage, champions like Lux can do it even better without leaving the lane. His ultimate is also difficult to use and can even harm his team if misused.

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German developers excite with a new strategy game on Steam, are considered masters of their craft

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 3 minutes

A new strategy game is currently exciting players on Steam, and it comes from a German developer studio that is highly regarded by genre fans.

What game is it? Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew is a strategy game that focuses on stealth. You can use various abilities to eliminate your enemies with calculated maneuvers from behind.

Moreover, you have the option to pause time to plan and execute your strategies. It is also possible to chain the actions of different characters together to strike as effectively as possible.

Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew was developed by the German developer studio Mimimi Games and has been available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, gog.com, and on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S since August 17.

What is Shadow Gambit about? You control a group of cursed pirates who possess supernatural powers and are in search of a mysterious treasure.

Your journey begins as the pirate Afia, who uses special black pearls to bring various cursed pirates to life, so that they can join her crew. You can have up to eight crew members, all of whom are playable and have distinct personalities.

On your journey through an alternative version of the Caribbean, you will explore various islands. There, you will find not only tropical beaches but also pirate towns and magical places.

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Why are the developers considered masters of their craft? Mimimi Games has created several titles in recent years that are very popular among strategy game fans and have simultaneously won the players’ affections.

  • With Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, Mimimi Games successfully made its mark in the genre in 2016. With over 27,000 user reviews, the game has over 96% positive ratings on Steam.
  • In 2020, the next strategy game hit, Desperados 3, followed, which also has a strong 96% positive rating on Steam, with nearly 8,000 reviews.
  • In December 2021, Mimimi’s third masterpiece was released: Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice – an expansion to the 2016 released Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. The add-on has 92% positive ratings.

Many strategy game fans love the work of Mimimi Games and are not shy about expressing it.

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“Feels like an evolution of the genre”

What do players say about Shadow Gambit? The pirate game has received 937 reviews on Steam just under a week after its release (as of August 25, 2023, 4:00 PM) and is 96% positive – that seems to be Mimimi’s magic number.

Fans praise nearly everything about the game and once again sing praises for the studio:

  • “I love Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun! I love Desperados 3! I love Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice! And right now I love Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew! You are amazing, Mimimi Games!”
  • “Mimimi keeps the genre alive with one masterpiece after another.”
  • “Shadow Gambit feels like an evolution of the genre in almost every aspect. […] So far, I’m completely happy with this title and can’t even imagine what’s still possible with this door that Mimimi has opened. Maybe medieval fantasy?”
  • “I’ve now spent 9 hours in the game and my God, how awesome is this? The pirate setting is fantastic and hooked me immediately.”
  • “I haven’t had something this good in a long time and after many disappointments this year, I’m glad something like this has been released.”

There are several aspects of Shadow Gambit that players describe as particularly successful. In addition to the atmosphere and the story, the characters and the combat system are especially praised. Overall, the game offers a successful overall package and can impress with wit and charm.

If you are now looking for an in-depth review of Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew, you will find one at our colleagues from GameStar:

GameStar: Review: Shadow Gambit is a strategy treasure waiting to be discovered by you

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Players roast Astarion with a super weapon, discover secret and witty dialogues

Fabienne Kissel Fabienne Kissel Reading time 2 minutes

In Baldur’s Gate 3, players stumble upon hidden dialogues with Astarion after defeating him with a massive super weapon. Astarion makes some sharp-tongued comments that bring players a smile. More details on MeinMMO.

Warning Spoiler: The article contains story spoilers from Act 1 and about Astarion.

Who is Astarion? He is one of the origin characters in Baldur’s Gate 3. You can meet Astarion at the beginning of Act 1. The pale high elf rogue is also on the run as a vampire spawn and served a cruel master.

Astarion is characterized by his extraordinary vanity, self-satisfaction, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. Additionally, you can romance Astarion.

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Kill Astarion with the Solar Lance, and then he goes crazy

What happened? User gokkyun on Reddit experienced secret and extremely amusing dialogues with Astarion after he tormented him with a super weapon. It’s about the decision to activate the Solar Lance at the end of the Githyanki crèche.

The super weapon can actually be activated. Gokkyun let Astarion die and then brought him back from the dead to see what would happen. Astarion was quite upset about that.

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He says: ‘What the hell were you thinking activating that lance? I was right there!’

If you then sincerely apologize to him and promise to be more careful next time, you receive the following mockery: ‘Next time? No, no, no. If there’s a next time, I’ll be the one aiming the omnipotence weapon, thanks. Shall we leave now? Or do you want to unleash more chaos here?’

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But the quotes alone cannot capture all the comedy of the scene. Neil Newbon, who provides Astarion’s voice, gives the performance exactly that balanced mix of angry irony that strangely reminds one of the villain Megamind. Astarion’s gestures in this scene wonderfully contribute to the humorous atmosphere.

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In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are many different dialogue options to choose from. Therefore, many players start multiple save files to ensure they do not miss anything important. Maybe you could manage to bombard Astarion with the Solar Lance – it’s definitely worth it for that humorous scene.

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A man wants to steal Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards worth over 1000 € – he takes a few packs too many and now faces 20 years in prison

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

A pack of Pokémon cards usually costs only €5, but the packs can contain cards that can be sold for hundreds of euros. This was probably also thought by a thief who tried to steal Pokémon and other cards. However, he was caught, and now he faces a long sentence.

What is the man accused of? The 33-year-old Stephen Philpott allegedly tried to steal several card packs in Virginia. The packs were from Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Magic: The Gathering.

The total value of all the cards he wanted to seize was over €1000. The store employees noticed the man and immediately contacted the police. They stopped the thief without difficulty. It turned out that Philpott is no stranger to the police. Now he faces a long sentence.

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The thief faces up to 20 years in prison

The police officer who caught the thief posted about the story on Facebook and made fun of the attempted theft there. He mentioned that the thief activated a “trap card,” which is known from Yu-Gi-Oh!.

Additionally, it was announced that the thief is a man known to the authorities.

He is supposed to have been wanted in other counties for serious theft and for failure to appear. Stephen Philpott threatens a long prison sentence of 20 years because of this and due to the value of his attempted theft.

As Dexerto reports, it is legally regulated in Virginia that if someone steals goods worth $1,000, the theft is not treated as a misdemeanor but as a serious theft. This is why he faces this long sentence. With his $1100, he is just above what is of course bitter for the alleged thief.

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Because Pokémon cards have gained a popularity boost in recent years and their value has skyrocketed, this case will definitely not be the last. And it is also not the first case.

We also reported about a Pokémon card thief in June:

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German Twitch streamers ruin gamescom visitor’s victory in Battle Royale: “Dishonorable”

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The Twitch streamers Amar and Rohat were together at the gamescom 2023. There they organized challenges and goofed around. However, a nasty prank caused mixed reactions among the viewers.

What kind of prank was that? The currently most viewed clip on Amar’s Twitch channel shows the streamers watching a gamescom visitor during a round of Fortnite. The player, who introduces herself as Laura, seems to have little experience with the Battle Royale, but surprisingly a lot of talent.

When she makes it to the last 2 remaining players, the Twitch streamers try to convince her that by consuming the healing item Slurp Juice, she would become immune to fall damage. When Laura actually jumps from a high point, she is immediately eliminated.

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Viewers demand justice for Laura

What happened next? Amar bursts into laughter after the “successful” prank while Rohat tries to make excuses. That was probably a bug, maybe that should have been patched out. Laura takes the situation with humor and says goodbye.

We have embedded the corresponding clip for you here:

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How is the action received? The reactions are mixed. While some viewers express their amusement in the chat, others feel sympathy for Laura. They call the action “dishonorable” and “gross.” “Why are you so antisocial?”, writes one person in the chat.

Amar later announced that Laura could report to the Redbull stand at gamescom, no matter what day. As compensation, she would receive a controller from his partner Scuf. The controllers in Amar’s design cost between €190 and €250, which should help comfort Laura over the loss.

The viewers welcome the idea; some even call out to Laura so that she learns about the opportunity.

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Starfield: Leaker showed 45 minutes of shaky gameplay – then deleted all videos and was arrested

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For a long time, Bethesda kept quiet about information regarding the highly anticipated sci-fi RPG Starfield. However, once review keys were distributed, the first leaks quickly began to circulate.

What kind of leak was it? On August 22, a major leak about Starfield went viral. A video showed the first 45 minutes of the space role-playing game. Annoying for Bethesda, who had just previously complained about review leaks.

However, the leak attracted attention not only because of the actually secret impressions from the game but especially due to how bizarre it was. It quickly became clear that the leaker didn’t seem to fully understand what he was doing:

  • the shown gameplay did not look like it came from an experienced player
  • the video consisted of shaky smartphone recordings
  • the leaker announced that he would provide better recordings – this time with a GoPro

Although the original video was removed by YouTube due to a copyright strike, clips from it still spread across social networks. A clip about 60 seconds long received almost 1.3 million views on imgur.

The leaker also posted a short video on his YouTube channel in which he addressed Starfield head Todd Howard personally and shared his pre-evaluation of the game.

On August 24, 29-year-old Darin Harris, who is allegedly behind the leaks, was arrested by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee.

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Leaker seems to have gotten too cocky

What is the leaker accused of? According to the Sheriff’s Office website, the 29-year-old is facing several charges after allegedly trying to sell stolen copies of the game before its release date on September 1:

  • charge of theft valued between $2,500 and $10,000
  • theft valued at $1,000 or less, which is a misdemeanor
  • possession of marijuana, another misdemeanor

Harris allegedly uploaded copies of the game, including the coveted Constellation Edition, on the Japanese e-commerce platform Mercari. Some of the listings have already been marked as sold for approximately the retail price.

Further videos showed the 29-year-old applying shipping labels on packages, with a stack of copies of Starfield visible next to him. “You thought I was going to post stuff online that isn’t real. No, baby, that’s not how we do it,” declared the leaker.

Around August 24, however, Harris began to scrub his social media profiles and delete his videos. It is still unclear whether the charges have anything to do with the bizarre online presence of the leaker surrounding Starfield or if he was arrested for something else.

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Harris is not the only leaker to have caused a stir this week. In England, two teenagers were arrested who were allegedly behind the mega leak of GTA 6. For what is perhaps the largest leak in Rockstar’s history, they used unusual hardware:

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Pokémon GO: Evolving Diancie – How to Gather Mega Energy

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For the GO Fest, Diancie is currently celebrating its worldwide debut in Pokémon GO and can be evolved into Mega-Diancie. We have summarized how to find the right Mega Energy here on MeinMMO.

Which Pokémon is it? In Pokémon GO, this year’s global GO Fest is currently taking place, where you have the opportunity to encounter the mysterious Rock and Fairy-type Pokémon Diancie with an event ticket. Only trainers who have attended one of the live events in London, Osaka, or New York have already been able to catch the little monster.

However, the Gem Pokémon has another special feature for you, as you can temporarily evolve it into a Mega Pokémon with the corresponding Mega Energy. We will show you below where you can find the associated energy.

How to get Mega Energy for Diancie

Mega Energy from Rocara Raids: In Pokémon GO, there are already a number of Mega Evolutions where you receive the Mega Energy from the corresponding raids. However, this is a bit different for Diancie, as the monster will not be found in the Mega Raids itself.

Nonetheless, you will need to complete raids to get the energy. Fight against the Rock and Fairy-type Pokémon Rocara. This will be available in the Level 2 raids on both event days and reward ticket holders with the corresponding Mega Energy.

In contrast to other Mega Raids, however, this is not particularly much, as trainers report on Reddit. They received only about 10 Mega Energy per raid.

Mega Energy as a reward: Additionally, there will be a special research task for ticket holders that you will receive this Saturday. This revolves around the mysterious Pokémon and, by completing the tasks, will also grant you a total of 300 Mega Energy for Diancie.

Here we show you all tasks and rewards for the special research with Diancie.

Mega Energy through catching: In addition, Rocara appears for ticket holders in the wild when a smoke is active. You can also collect a little Mega Energy through this, but only very little. You will receive just one Mega Energy per catch.

How much energy is needed anyway? To trigger the Mega form of Diancie, you will need a total of 300 Mega Energy.

How to get Diancie & is it worth it?

How to get Diancie: Encountering the Gem Pokémon is exclusive content for trainers who have purchased an event ticket. They will receive a special research task that grants them an encounter with the Rock and Fairy-type Pokémon.

However, there is an exception for all trainers who have already attended one of the live events. They cannot secure another encounter and instead receive Diancie candies. The reasons for the frustration among trainers are shown in the following article:

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Is there a shiny Diancie? No, a shiny form of Diancie is not yet active in the game.

Is the Pokémon worth it? Diancie itself is initially not particularly strong, but through its Mega Evolution, it gains an enormous attack value and its defense is also impressive. With a moveset of Stone Throw and Rock Slide, it makes the little monster one of the best Rock attackers in Pokémon GO.

What else is important for the GO Fest 2023?

All important information about the GO Fest 2023 can be found in the following articles:

Our most important articles about the GO Fest 2023:

When is the GO Fest? The GO Fest runs on August 26 and 27, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time each day.

Will you secure a Diancie today? Let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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Pokémon GO surprises with cool bonus at GO Fest: “Like with the Ultra Beasts”

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In Pokémon GO the big global GO Fest starts today. And there will be a really cool bonus that was not known before. What it is, we have summarized for you here on MeinMMO.

Which event is it about? One of the highlights in Pokémon GO is the annual GO Fest. Today and tomorrow it’s finally here again, and you can look forward to loads of spawns, bonuses, and challenges around the world.

After most of the event’s content was already announced by the developers in recent weeks, Pokémon GO surprises the players today with an additional, cool bonus that trainers from the first time zones have discovered. What this bonus is, we will show you below.

Pokémon GO gives you a catch bonus for legendary monsters

What bonus was found? As Reddit user Amiibofan101 reports in his post, trainers can look forward to a special catch bonus for legendary Pokémon during the GO Fest. He shows in a picture that after winning a Proto-Groudon raid, he received a yellow catch circle to catch the legendary Pokémon.

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What does the circle mean? The catch circle should give you an indication of how hard a Pokémon is to catch. After a raid against a legendary monster, it is usually dark red, which is why you should use golden Razz Berries for catching. This way, the Pokémon stay better in the ball. In Amiibofan101’s case, that doesn’t seem to be necessary.

While trainers struggled to secure Kyogre and Groudon after the Hoenn Tour because they often just wouldn’t stay in the ball, Niantic seems to make it easier for you this time and has adjusted the catch rate. Therefore, you can catch both Pokémon more easily during the event period. So it’s a good opportunity to secure an example.

Trainers rejoice over bonus, hope for Rayquaza

Trainers use Razz Berries for catching: The adjustment of the catch rate for the two legendary Pokémon has caused enthusiasm on social networks. Other trainers also confirm that they had yellow circles and caught the monsters sometimes only with a normal Razz Berry. And that regardless of whether a ticket was purchased.

This way, they directly secure double candies when catching. Both Pokémon are among the best attackers in Pokémon GO and are therefore coveted by players.

Quick return to the event: Because of the easier catching, trainers can not only stock up on their catch candies at the same time but can also return to the event faster, which many are additionally pleased about. The approach reminds them of catching the Ultra Beasts last year.

During this event, Niantic had facilitated catching by introducing so-called Ultra Balls. Reddit user RapidFire176 writes (via reddit.com): I hope it’s true. It’s like an event with the Ultra Beasts last year; they did that too. And it makes sense to have super, quick catches on days when everything is boosted.

Hopes for Rayquaza: Moreover, many trainers are now also hoping for an easier catch with the legendary dragon and flying Pokémon Rayquaza, which will dominate the Mega Raids tomorrow. You can find the following comments (via reddit.com):

  • Boner_Elemental: Oh, please do that for Rayquaza too.
  • Difficult_Estate6912: Oh yes, please. I need a lot of XL candies and Rayquaza candies for Rayquaza.
  • Istiophoridae: I hope so much, I want a Kyogre and a Rayquaza with good IV; I made a million Groudon in February.

What do you need to know about the GO Fest?

In the following articles, you will find all the important information about GO Fest 2023:

Our most important articles about GO Fest 2023:

When does the GO Fest run? The GO Fest starts today, on August 26, and ends on August 27. On both days, it is active from 10:00 AM local time to 6:00 PM local time. The Proto Pokémon will dominate the raids until tomorrow at 11:00 AM and will then be replaced by Mega-Rayquaza.

How do you like the catch bonus? Will you secure even more legendary encounters because of this? Feel free to write it to us here on MeinMMO in the comments.

You can also find all news in our ticker for GO Fest 2023.

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gamescom 2023: Who is coming, tickets, prices, date and everything you need to know

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The gamescom 2023 is in full swing! We from MeinMMO have compiled all the important information for you. This includes the date, ticket prices, and this year’s exhibitors.

Here you will find the opening hours of the gamescom 2023 at a glance:

Trade Fair DaysOpening Hours
Wednesday, 23.08.202309:00 AM – 07:00 PM for trade visitors
01:00 PM – 07:00 PM for private visitors
Thursday, 24.08.202310:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Friday, 25.08.202310:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Saturday, 26.08.202309:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Sunday, 27.08.202309:00 AM – 08:00 PM
The opening days and times of the gamescom 2023

Prices – This is what the visit costs

For the gamescom 2023, you must purchase a ticket to enter the exhibition center this year. The prices vary depending on the type and number of people. Therefore, we list all standard prices in a table:

Ticket TypeThursdayFridaySaturday (sold out)Sunday
Day Ticket27,00 €27,00 €36,00 €27,00 €
Reduced Day Ticket19,50 €19,50 €28,00 €19,50 €
Family Day Ticket (for 2 adults and 3 children)60,00 €60,00 €75,00 €60,00 €
Evening Ticket (from 04:00 PM)9,00 €9,00 €11,00 €9,00 €
The types and costs of tickets on a daily basis for the gamescom 2023

The reduced tickets can be purchased by students, trainees, retirees, seniors over 65, people with disabilities, and voluntary social service workers (FSJ/FÖJ) upon presentation of the corresponding proof.

Day tickets for families apply to a maximum of five people, including a maximum of two adults and at least one child aged seven to twelve.

Buy tickets – Here you can get them

Since there will be no ticket sales on-site, all tickets must be ordered online in advance. You can do this on the official website of the gamescom.

A free travel pass for public transport from the Rhein-Sieg transport association is included in all ticket versions.

If you can’t make it to the fair in person this year, we bring you the fair feeling with our program for Find Your Next Game gamescom 2023 to your home! Everything related to that including our streaming program can be found here:

Find Your Next Game: gamescom 2023

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gamescom 2023 Schedule – Program with Schedule

This is the plan so far:

DayProgram
Monday, 21.08.2023devcom 2023
Tuesday, 22.08.2023devcom 2023
gamescom: Opening Night Live; 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday, 23.08.2023gamescom opens for trade visitors, media, and creators
Thursday, 24.08.2023gamescom opens for everyone
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city festival
Saturday, 26.08.2023gamescom
city festival
Sunday, 27.08.2023gamescom
city festival
The official schedule of the gamescom 2023 (via gamescom.de)

gamescom 2023 Exhibitors – Who is there?

This list is a selection of the exhibitors on-site. An interactive hall plan can be found here on the homepage of gamescom 2023.

  • Aerosoft
  • Amazon Games
  • Assemble Entertainment
  • Astragon Entertainment / Team 17
  • Bandai Namco Entertainment
  • Blizzard (only in merchandise sale in Hall 5.2)
  • Caseking
  • CI Games
  • Devolver Digital
  • Focus Entertainment
  • Frontier Developments
  • Giants Software
  • Headup Games
  • Hoyoverse
  • Indie Area / Home of Indies
  • Konami (only in merchandise sale with Yu-Gi-Oh! in Hall 5.2)
  • LEGO
  • Level Infinite/Tencent Games
  • Microsoft / Xbox / Bethesda
  • NetEase Games
  • Netflix
  • Nexon
  • Niantic (outdoor area of Hall 8)
  • Nintendo
  • Pearl Abyss
  • Plaion
  • Raw Fury
  • SEGA
  • Soedesco
  • Square Enix (part of other exhibitors)
  • Ubisoft
  • Warner

gamescom 2023 Games – Which games are there?

Among others, you will find the following titles at gamescom 2023 (via GamePro.de).

  • Another Crab’s Treasure
  • Ara: History Untold (only presentation, not playable)
  • Arena Breakout
  • Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon
  • Assassin’s Creed: Codename Jade
  • Botany Manor
  • Cocoon
  • Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
  • Dead Pets
  • Dungeons 4
  • Endless Dungeon
  • Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection
  • Fae Farm
  • Fashion Dreamer
  • Forza Motorsport (only presentation, not playable)
  • Genshin Impact
  • Ghostrunner 2
  • GTFO
  • Headbangers
  • Hellblade 2 & Sea of Thieves (only tattoo and face paint stations)
  • Honkai Impact 3rd
  • Honkai: Star Rail
  • Hyenas
  • Immortals of Aveum
  • Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai
  • Island of Winds
  • Jusant
  • Just Dance 2024 Edition
  • Lamlighters League
  • Lightyear Frontier
  • Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
  • Little Kitty, Big City
  • Microsoft Flight Simulator
  • Mineko’s Night Market
  • Mortal Combat 1
  • Naiad
  • Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections
  • Overwatch 2
  • Park Beyond
  • Party Animals
  • Payday 3
  • Persona 3 Reload
  • Persona 5 Tactica
  • Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
  • Samba de Amigo: Party Central
  • Sand Land
  • Sonic Superstars
  • Stalker 2
  • Stampede: Racing Royale
  • Star Ocean: The Second Story R
  • Starfield (only presentation, not playable)
  • SteamWorld Build
  • Stumble Guys
  • Synced
  • Tekken 8
  • The Crew: Motorfest
  • The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom
  • Total War: Pharaoh
  • Total War: Warhammer 3-DLC
  • Towerborne
  • Under the Waves
  • Wayfinder
  • Worldless
  • Zenless Zone Zero

… and many already released Switch games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Odyssey, Everybody 1-2-Switch! or Pikmin 4.

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Find Your Next Game: gamescom 2023 – Day 5: The big FYNG finale [Update]

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On to the next with our event Find Your Next Game (FYNG)! With our edition for gamescom 2023, we keep you updated with all information, news, specials, previews, and interviews about the latest updates. What to expect this year, you can find out here.

Update from 26.08.2023: While gamescom 2023 is still open until tomorrow, Find Your Next Game gamescom 2023 today celebrates the big streaming finale.
Throughout the day, we will bring you even more content from the event. The streaming program is, of course, packed again. The start is, as in the last days, at 15:00. What to expect, read below.
Since FYNG ends tonight, there will be no further update tomorrow. We thank you for your time and hope you have enjoyed FYNG and gamescom 2023 to the fullest! Enjoy the big finale.

Update from 25.08.2023: It’s Friday and gamescom 2023 is celebrating the halfway point. Yesterday, the team brought back quite a bit of content from the fair: There were, among other things, information about Tarisland, Crimson Desert and Starfield.
Today, we also have a lot of content for you – feel free to keep an eye on our Find Your Next Game Hub.
By the way, we are also represented in the stream today! Benedict Grothaus and Alexander Leitsch are on board. Below you can read when and on which topics.

Update from 24.08.2023: From today, gamescom 2023 has opened its doors to all visitors. Information about opening hours, exhibitors, and the hall plan can be found here:
gamescom 2023: Who is coming, tickets, prices, date and everything you need to know
Of course, we are also out and about with our team today – keep your eyes open and maybe you will see one or the other.

Update from 23.08.2023: After yesterday’s ONL, we go straight into the professional visitor day. Editor-in-chief Leya and colleagues Benedict and Anna (behind the camera) have left you some impressions from the ONL:
We were live on site at gamescom 2023 – This is our conclusion on the ONL

From today, the first reports are directly from the fair itself – stay tuned! And of course, you can also look forward to a full streaming program. We have updated it for you below. It starts at 15:00.

Update from 22.08.2023: Today we are starting with gamescom: Opening Night Live into the gamescom and FYNG week.
We accompany the stream live on Twitch on our GameStar Twitch channel. Our five-member team on site will also be live and may bring you some impressions from on site.

Here you can find our live ticker:
gamescom: Opening Night Live – Stream in the ticker with all trailers

The Opening Night Live starts today at 20:00. You can find the complete streaming plan for today further down in this news. The further schedule of gamescom 2023 and information regarding tickets can be found here:
gamescom 2023: Who is coming, tickets, prices, date and everything you need to know

Attention: We update this news during the gamescom week daily! So check back often.

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We were live on site at gamescom 2023 – This is our conclusion on the ONL

What is FYNG? FYNG stands for “Find Your Next Game.” The term encompasses a mix of news and special content on our Webedia pages combined with live streams. Besides us, the colleagues from GameStar and GamePro are also on board.

You can stream the streams on our GameStar Twitch channel. We invite you to discuss with us the hottest releases of the year and everything that makes our gaming hearts beat faster. Look forward to talks, live gameplay sessions, and plenty of community interaction in the chat!

When does FYNG gamescom 2023 start? It starts on Tuesday, August 22 at 18:00 with a reveal stream for Destiny 2, and continues at 19:00 with the Opening Night live. Here you can expect new trailers and announcements. From Wednesday to Saturday, there will be a colorful bouquet of content for you daily from around 15:00 – partly from our studio in Munich, partly directly and freshly from the event in Cologne.

FYNG in the sign of MeinMMO

Who from MeinMMO is on site at Gamescom for you? Our on-site team includes:

  • Leya Jankowski: Our editor-in-chief will check out some games for you and at the same time consider which of them we will take care of more in the future on MeinMMO. Together with…
  • Anna Alberg: Our video producer, who meets with various content creators and records interviews and impressions on site for you on video.
  • Benedict Grothaus: Currently, Benedict is diligently working through Baldur’s Gate 3. At gamescom, however, he is keeping an eye on survival games and everything a bit obscure for you.
  • Mark Sellner: Our freelance author for MMORPGs is primarily focused on MMORPG presentations.
  • Alexander Leitsch: After Alexander dedicated himself as our MMORPG editor to Elder Scrolls Online, Lost Ark, and Ashes of Creation, he will also play and test MMOs for you at gamescom 2023.

Who from MeinMMO is part of the streaming program? In addition to fresh fair content, we will, of course, also be represented in the stream. We will update this section daily starting Tuesday. It is worth taking a look!

Update from 26.08.2023: The grand finale of FYNG gamescom 2023 starts at 15:00. Our hosts Ann-Kathrin and Paul will guide you through the day. Of course, there will also be live content directly from the fair.
Unfortunately, MeinMMO is not represented in the stream today. We still wish you much fun with the program and a nice weekend!

Update from 25.08.2023: We are present in the stream today and start at 15:30 with Tarisland and Alexander Leitsch will discuss his impressions of gamescom 2023 with Daniel. He will also be in conversation with Lennard afterwards. Then, however, it’s about Throne and Liberty!
From 19:30 Lennard meets Benedict Grothaus. The two will then talk about Synced and Return to Moria.
So: Tune in! The warm-up starts at 15:00.

Update from 24.08.2023: Our colleagues on site are today fully engaged with publishers and studios for you. Therefore, you will only see us in the stream starting tomorrow. However, there will be fresh content from the fair directly throughout the day.
You can find our latest articles from gamescom 2023 under this box.

Update from 23.08.2023: Once again, we are scarce today: In the stream, you can look forward to our colleagues from GameStar Talk – Géraldine and Micha. Additionally, Ann-Kathrin, Julius, and Daniel are back on board. And of course, you can look forward to exciting guests.
We wish you lots of fun!

Update from 22.08.2023: Today you won’t see anyone from us in the stream. However, our GameStar colleagues Julius, Daniel, and Ann-Kathrin will accompany you through today’s program.
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The complete FYNG program

What is on the program today? Here are the details.

So much for our program for this year’s FYNG gamescom. We wish you a lot of fun!

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Pokémon GO Fest 2023: All Content of Day 1

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Today marks the first day of the worldwide GO Fest 2023 in Pokémon GO. We will show you what to expect on Saturday.

When does the GO Fest 2023 start? Day 1 of the global GO Fest starts at 10:00 AM local time on August 26, 2023, and runs until 6:00 PM.

Throughout the day, there will be rotating habitats with various spawns that bring changing challenges and bonuses.

How can I participate? Generally, there are some event content available without a ticket throughout the weekend. Alternatively, you can purchase a ticket for around 15 euros in the shop, which offers additional bonuses.

The differences between the event with ticket and without ticket are summarized here.

You can follow the latest developments in our live ticker for Pokémon GO Fest 2023.

To give you an overview of what is happening in the game today, we summarize the highlights of Saturday here.

What is happening on Saturday at GO Fest 2023?

Special research with Diancie: If you purchased a ticket, you will receive the special research with Diancie at the start of the event. This grants you various bonuses when you complete a total of 6 research steps.

All information about the tasks and rewards of the GO Fest special research can be found here.

Showcases: You can also submit Pokémon in showcases on Saturday to receive rewards. Pikachu and Viscora are the competition Pokémon.

Habitats and spawns: Every hour during the event, you will find a different habitat, that is, a Pokémon habitat, in the game. Each brings different Pokémon and always a different bonus.

Sometimes it’s extra XP, sometimes stardust, and similar rewards. However, to receive the bonus, a global challenge must first be solved.

The habitats at a glance:

  • 10:00 to 11:00 AM: Habitat Quartz Terrarium
  • 11:00 to 12:00 PM: Habitat Pyrite Sands
  • 12:00 to 1:00 PM: Habitat Malachite Wilderness
  • 1:00 to 2:00 PM: Habitat Aquamarine Coast
  • 2:00 to 3:00 PM: Habitat Quartz Terrarium
  • 3:00 to 4:00 PM: Habitat Pyrite Sands
  • 4:00 to 5:00 PM: Habitat Malachite Wilderness
  • 5:00 to 6:00 PM: Habitat Aquamarine Coast

What is out there? Here you can find detailed information on Pokémon in the habitats in the schedule.

Our most important articles about GO Fest 2023:

Global challenge at GO Fest 2023: Every hour, all trainers worldwide must complete a different challenge. Once completed, the hour bonus will be unlocked.

The tasks are also important for the so-called hyper bonus: it will be unlocked when all tasks are completed. As a reward, a special event awaits.

More about this here: Pokémon GO shows Hyper Bonus and 2 more bonuses for GO Fest 2023

Exciting monsters on Saturday: You should keep an eye on some interesting Pokémon on Saturday. These include:

  • Rocara: Found in 2-star raids and is a real monster in PvP.
  • You can encounter Snorlax wearing a cowboy hat in raids.
  • Each habitat brings its own event Pikachu.
  • Strong monsters like Tanhel, Kindwurm, or Kaumalat will spawn. They will become some of the best attackers in Pokémon GO when you evolve them.
  • Proto-Kyogre and Proto-Groudon are in the raids. They belong to the best monsters in the game and are worth it.
  • You can also find some regional Pokémon on Saturday.

What about Mega-Rayquaza? It will not appear on Saturday, but only on Sunday.

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Additionally, there will be a total of 11 new shiny monsters at GO Fest 2023. This includes Viscora, which you can find in the Aquamarine Coast habitat.

Also, Icognito in the M form will be available as shiny on the weekend, but only if you have purchased a ticket.

An overview of all new shiny monsters for GO Fest 2023 can be found here.

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A user rents his expensive gaming PC with Nvidia graphics card and does not know how dangerous that could be

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A gamer reports that a user is renting his apartment with a high-end gaming PC equipped with an Nvidia graphics card. The community reacts with incredulous amazement.

Would you rent your apartment, including expensive hardware, to a complete stranger? Without knowing whether this person would handle it carefully? The majority would probably shake their heads.

However, a gamer now reports on reddit that he booked an apartment via Airbnb that is equipped with two powerful gaming PCs. Airbnb is an online platform for booking and renting accommodations.

One of the gaming PCs contains an RTX 4090, which alone costs 1,600 euros. The second system has “only” an RTX 2070. Additionally, the apartment also has a 3D printer and a HoloLens 2, which is a mixed reality headset.

“Too much trust in humanity”

How does the community react? Quite astonished. Many believe that the unknown landlord simply has too much trust in potential tenants. One commenter with the most upvotes writes: “The trust these people have in humanity is incredible.”

  • Others believe that the landlords are simply rich enough “and don’t have to worry if a few clumsy people steal their stuff.”
  • Still others say that one should not trust the landlord either. After all, the owner of the systems could have installed keyloggers to spy on sensitive data.

However, there are also reassuring voices saying: People are all much too paranoid and see a trap behind every nice offer. Not every tenant would commit theft, and not every landlord would engage in espionage to betray his customers.

In one thing, however, everyone actually agrees: One would certainly not offer one’s own gaming PC for rent to a stranger.

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Even real hotels have already discovered gamers for themselves

Basically, there are such equipped apartments. Streamers or e-sports athletes often look for such places to stream in peace or to prepare for an upcoming tournament.

Are there hotels for gamers? Yes, they actually exist. Fully equipped gaming systems in hotel rooms are by the way nothing unusual. Even big companies have already discovered gamers as a traveling target group.

Apart from culture and tourism, they want to offer players the same comfort and performance as at their home desk. But streamers and e-sports athletes are also a popular target group for such offers, who like to work on the go or want to prepare.

A hotel advertises, for example, with gaming PCs equipped with RTX-3000 GPUs in every room, with prices starting at 70 euros per night, making them surprisingly affordable. Nowadays, you can find such gaming hotels not only in China but also in Japan or the Netherlands. And they are quite successful and very popular with their customers.

Nevertheless, the focus of such gaming accommodations is mainly in Asian countries, where most of these hotels are located. A European alternative would at least be “The Arcade Hotel” in Amsterdam.

Hotels are discovering gamers as a target group, creating gamer paradises

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An animal NPC in Baldur’s Gate is particularly strange, but drops a useful ring

Fabienne Kissel Fabienne Kissel Reading time 3 minutes

In Baldur’s Gate 3 you encounter a strange NPC in the Emerald Grove at the beginning. Something seems off about him. Obtain a useful ring and win him as an ally or kill him. How to do that, you will learn on MeinMMO.

Warning Spoiler: The article contains spoilers from Act 1 to Act 3.

Who is the strange NPC? At the beginning, you will meet a strange ox in Baldur’s Gate 3 in the Emerald Grove, which piques your curiosity. This ox is noticeably different from its peers.

It is strikingly smaller than the other two oxen, and its “Moo” sounds unnaturally human. But the strangest thing are its extraordinary abilities like blindsight, darkvision, and resistances that ordinary oxen do not have.

If you approach this odd creature, you can expect a perception check that indicates more is going on here. The ox behaves not only atypically but also guards a big secret: it is actually not an ox but hides its true nature.

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This is how you learn its secret and obtain a ring, or win it as an ally

What does the strange ox drop?

  • “Ring of the Shapechanger,” especially good for Moon Druids
  • You gain +1d4 on all rolls when you shapeshift or disguise yourself.
  • Also the Hat of Fiery Sharpness, which grants the wearer “Arcane Sharpness” when it deals fire damage

Where do I find the strange ox? First, you will meet him in the Emerald Grove. You can use the spell, scroll, or potion “Speak with Animals” to have a conversation with the strange ox. Or you can transform yourself into an animal to speak with him. “Speak with Animals” offers many great dialogues in Baldur’s Gate 3, including with the owl bear cub.

Strange ox in the Emerald Grove: A successful “Arcane Knowledge” check makes it clear that the ox is not normal. After a successful check, you can ask him about his secret. At first, he will deny it, but through a successful persuade, intimidate, or deceive check, he will reveal part of his secret. He longs to travel to Baldur’s Gate.

  • Now you let him be so he can continue his journey. This gives you the opportunity to learn more about the ox.

Strange ox at the inn “The Last Light”: In Act 2, you encounter the strange ox again at the inn “The Last Light.” He is in the stable. Again, use “Speak with Animals.” If you succeed in the roll, he will show you visions of a bloodbath: many massacred, dead bodies – all stacked on top of each other.

These options are available to you:

  • Kill him and take the loot: If you continue to harass him, he will reveal himself as a huge, nasty sludge enemy and attack you. If you kill him, you will receive the ring and the hat.
  • Win him as a “friend” and get the ring: Do not kill him, but help him reach Baldur’s Gate. He has a quest line for you. You then smuggle him as an apple into Baldur’s Gate, once you meet him in Act 3 again. Coordinates for Act 3: X 41, Y -142
  • If you keep him alive until the end and help him, you will win him as an ally in the final fight of the game. He will then gift you the Ring of the Shapechanger, but not the fire hat.
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Speaking with animals repeatedly reveals new surprises, exciting dialogues, and stories. Apparently, the strange ox is actually a murderous creature wanting to escape its old life. What will you do? Take its life or grant it its dream life in Baldur’s Gate and win it as an ally?

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“I was just so down” – Sheldon explains why he left The Big Bang Theory after 12 years

Nicole Wakulczyk Nicole Wakulczyk Reading time 3 minutes

In May 2019, The Big Bang Theory ended after 12 seasons. The character Sheldon was played by Jim Parsons (50) and was one of the main characters of the series. He was ultimately partly responsible for the end of The Big Bang Theory.

This is the situation:

  • In the podcast “David Tennant does a Podcast with…”, Jim Parsons talked about his decision at the time to leave The Big Bang Theory after experiencing an intense summer.
  • Jim Parsons played the role of the gifted physicist Sheldon in the American sitcom.
  • The Big Bang Theory ended in 2019 with its 12th season. According to Moviepilot, a spin-off of the series is planned.

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Jim Parsons had to make a decision

These were the reasons for his exit: Jim Parsons talks in the episode of the podcast about the reasons for his exit from The Big Bang Theory after 12 years and 279 episodes.

In the podcast, he explains that he experienced an intense summer when the last filming of the 11th season of The Big Bang Theory took place. After the last recordings, he worked on other projects. He felt exhausted.

In the meantime, one of his dogs had reached “the end of its life.” He walked it before a shoot.

Parsons describes with a trembling voice that he was so tired at the time: But his husband Todd said they had to go to the shoot.

Parsons cried and said, “The dog will die while I work, I feel so bad.”

A few days later, the couple decided to have their 14-year-old dog, who was getting worse, euthanized. Parsons expressed that he did not know how he would finish his work. “I was just so down,” he says.

Additionally, he slipped and broke his foot. “I felt like I was standing on the edge of a cliff, about to fall,” Parsons says.

He realized that he had to make a decision. His father had passed away at 52. He understood that when the 12th season of The Big Bang Theory ended, he would be 46 years old:

I am not superstitious or anything, but it was just a matter of context. And that’s what I said […] when I returned to work that year. I said, “If you told me I had six years left to live like my father, I think there are other things I need to try. And I don’t even know what they are, but I feel like I need to try.”

Jim Parsons in the podcast “David Tennant does a Podcast with…” via Spotify

“We cried for hours”

This was how his team reacted: His team was very surprised – and not in a positive way. This surprised Jim Parsons in turn. He did what he had to do.

In the book “The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story Of The Epic Hit Series”, Johnny Galecki (in the series Dr. Leonard Hofstadter) wrote: “We thought we would go into Chuck’s office to talk about a renegotiation, and then Chuck handed the scepter to Jim.”

Kaley Cuoco said that they cried for hours when Parsons announced his exit. “We thought we would do one more year,” says the actress of the character Penny (via yahoo.com).

Jim Parsons states that he did not expect The Big Bang Theory to end with his exit.

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Habeck opened gamescom 2023 with a smart saying: Admit that gaming in Germany is pretty bad

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 3 minutes

The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Robert Habeck, attended gamescom in Cologne for the first time in 2023. The man doesn’t seem to have much connection to video games, but he has done his homework and is making an effort, according to our author Schuhmann.

What phrase did Habeck open gamescom with? Habeck was appointed Federal Minister for Economic Affairs on December 8, 2021. His ministry is responsible for game funding, and it also presents the German Computer Game Award, which was controversially discussed in one category in 2023.

Actually, Habeck was supposed to open gamescom 2022, but he couldn’t attend: the energy crisis intervened.

He opened his premiere at gamescom looking at moderator Viola Tensil, who also had to skip gamescom in 2022, with the phrase:

“We have something in common. I wasn’t here last year either. You had COVID, and I had Putin.”

That received applause.

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Habeck probably has little connection to gaming, but didn’t make a fool of himself

How did Habeck come across? During his approximately 15-minute speech, one notices that Habeck probably does not have a strong connection to video games, but he did not want to show it. However, he did not make the mistake of pretending to be the ultimate gamer: He probably did not want to appear like Phillip Amthor.

He keeps talking about how valuable playing is in itself. Playing shapes culture. In games, stories are told, worlds are created, and things are experimented with that are not possible in everyday life: This has always pushed humanity forward. One can experience things through playing that would otherwise be denied.

While all this could also be said about board games: which, it seems, are played more in the Habeck household than the new Call of Duty or FIFA.

Robert Habeck believes that those who play together may not shoot at each other. The President of France has a different view of video games:

The President of France states that video games are partly responsible for the uprisings.

A colleague of Habeck also sought contact with these “strange people on the internet”.

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Games can contribute to peace 

Habeck even states, in light of the war in Ukraine: Those who play together might not shoot at each other in the real world. The opposite of the politician, who blames the violence in the real world on “bad video games”, just like recently the President of France.

The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs recognizes the economic importance of gaming: It is now as significant as large parts of the creative economy and, in turn, larger than some traditional industries.

Therefore, it is the goal and the mandate that a significant part of the production of games is created in Germany and Europe.

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Germany is good at consuming – In production, “catching up”

This is how he sees the gaming industry in Germany: Habeck acknowledges that there are issues:

“One must say self-critically. We are good at consuming in Germany, we are catching up in producing.”

For the weakness of the gaming location Germany, he holds responsible that politically the funding has long been neglected and then was too hesitant to support the industry with money. Other European countries have done better. He probably means:

  • Poland (CD Projekt Red)
  • France (Ubisoft)
  • Sweden (Paradox)

All 3 European countries have flagship studios that have established themselves internationally with their AAA games.

When a German studio last tried with a AAA title, it failed so catastrophically, that it had to close shortly after.

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Money is tight in Germany because it is managed so stringently

Habeck then explains that he would have liked to bring 30 million euros, but he doesn’t have them with him.

Germany has imposed much stricter fiscal constraints on itself than other countries. One must become creative in funding.

Habeck criticizes that one only spends the money that one has: No one does that in the economy; even privately, one takes out a loan when one buys a house or a car. He urges to invest more.

The Green politician then presents some models on how to try to pump more money into the gaming location Germany through “venture capital”, startup funding, various funding pots, or tax advantages. However, much of this sounds vague; there are no concrete commitments. One must first explore.

What happened after? As gameswirtschaft reports, Habeck had a meeting after his speech with some of the most important international gaming publishers like Phil Spencer (Xbox) or Yves Guillemot (Ubisoft).

On Thursday morning, he then completed a two-hour exhibition tour.

Robert Habeck believes that those who play together may not shoot at each other. The President of France has a different view of video games:

The President of France states that video games are partly responsible for the uprisings.

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I searched for new MMOs on Steam and found 5

Linda Knabe Linda Knabe Reading time 4 minutes

Time and again, new games are suggested on Steam that you might easily overlook, including some announced MMOs. MeinMMO author Linda has looked for such games and compiled a small selection for you in this list.

POSTFROST

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The indie developer Keyplay Studio is working on its first MMO, which welcomes you to a frozen wasteland of the post-apocalyptic world.

To ensure your survival under these harsh winter conditions, you must work together with friends and face the dangers and your enemies together.

As the game is still in development, there may be changes before the release, but here are already some of the known game features:

  • Teamwork and communication play a significant role in sharing tasks and facilitating survival
  • A dog as a companion is included for each player
  • Customization options for your character and dog for the best gear and individual looks
  • Encounter various dangers like constant temperature drops, hunger, or looters on your path
  • Mutated creatures and rival groups represent your enemies
  • Constant changes in the environment such as weather, animal migrations, or cold waves that deplete resources and destroy the world
  • Cities serve as a resource source and offer shelter for many factions with their own rules

How you secure your survival in this world and with whom you choose to navigate this path is entirely in your hands.

When will it be released? Currently, the developers are hoping for a release in late 2024 but honestly state that they, as an indie studio, cannot promise anything. You can already add POSTFROST to your wishlist via Steam.

ONCE HUMAN

Once Human is a multiplayer survival game set to be released on Steam in an open horror world. In this post-apocalyptic world, everything has been infested by an alien creature called Stardust and has changed in bizarre ways.

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You manage to harness the power of Stardust to secure your survival.

The following game features of Once Human are already known:

  • Not everything edible is safe to eat. Contaminated food and water can harm your health and reduce your maximum HP.
  • Fight numerous enemies and face bosses from another dimension.
  • Obtain important items from battles to alleviate the Stardust contamination.
  • Craft a weapon after approximately 100 weapon plans and seven categories, and constantly adapt your weapons to your new needs.
  • Utilize the area core to build your own house. From a small cabin for all important things to a city villa with a garage and terrace, there are no limits here.
  • You have the option to relocate your house again and again.

Once Human looks like an interesting multiplayer game because the world presented to us in the trailer is definitely bizarre but worth another look.

When will it be released? The release is announced for the third quarter of 2024. However, a beta has already been announced for winter 2023.

BLUE PROTOCOL

Blue Protocol is a free MMORPG developed by Bandai Namco. This game allows you to become the hero of your own personal anime adventure, where you seek the truth of your origins. An unavoidable event that decides the fate of the planet Regnas will stand in your way on this journey.

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Blue Protocol: Gameplay Trailer

Blue Protocol promises you many features that can make a good MMORPG:

  • Action-packed battles with a system that adapts to your playstyle, suitable for both beginners and advanced players.
  • Customize your character with a selection of faces, hairstyles, clothing, and accessories.
  • Find your weapon and mount and also customize these according to your own ideas.
  •  Team up with other players to complete quests and defeat bosses.
  • Engage in massive online raids against gigantic monsters.

The trailer shows a good mix of interesting video segments and gameplay scenes, indicating that Blue Protocol could be particularly worthwhile for anime fans.

When will it be released? The release on Steam is announced for 2024. You can now sign up for the beta on the official website (via www.playblueprotocol.com/de-de/sign-up). It will be released for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

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EARTH FROM ANOTHER SUN

Earth from another Sun is a strategy MMO that will be released on Steam, where you explore the galaxy alone or together with other players. During this, let your empire grow, build a trade network, and fight alongside your armies to conquer the galaxy. Once you rule everything, you can reshape the galaxy according to your desires.

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Earth from another Sun has already announced the following features:

  • Explore an entire galaxy as an open world, alone or in co-op.
  • Constantly shape the galaxy.
  • Engage in trade, smuggling, and piracy.
  • Investigate ancient alien ruins and obtain powerful weapons and armor there.
  • Hundreds of unique and modifiable weapons await as well.
  • Unique abilities and technical tools to equip your character.

The development team behind this MMO promises regular updates and direct communication with its players.

If you want to learn more about the game, MeinMMO author Benedikt has more information for you.

When will it be released? The release is still announced for 2023. The game will be released on PC. You can already request access for the “playtest” via Steam.

SKY: CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT

After Journey, thatgamecompany is now bringing a peaceful MMO to Steam that aims to warm your hearts and promises to be a social adventure game. Sky: Children of the Light takes you into an open and friendly world where everyone is welcome to spend a quiet time together.

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The following features are meant to make Sky a good MMO:

  • Seven dreamy realms to explore, where you can untangle the secrets of the stars.
  • Quests and adventures with fresh characters and stories through regular updates.
  • Travel together with friends from around the world and free the spirits of your ancestors.
  • Communicate with other players through cute and beautifully animated gestures.
  • Planned attractions and seasonal events allow the world to grow steadily.
  • Unlock tools that help you in exploration.
  • Unique character customization with hairstyles and color schemes.

In Sky, you can experience the best of humanity, soar over the clouds, play instruments, or simply enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.

When will it be released? Sky was originally released in 2019 for iOS and was later released for Android, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. In 2023, a PC release was announced, which is expected to occur later this year. There is currently no exact date for the release.

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Pokémon GO: When is Mega-Rayquaza coming?

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

Mega-Rayquaza appears worldwide this weekend in Pokémon GO at GO Fest 2023. We will show you all the important information.

When does Mega-Rayquaza come to Pokémon GO? Mega-Rayquaza appears worldwide on August 27, 2023. This means that the powerful Mega-Rayquaza is part of the second day of the global GO Fest.

Could you already get Mega-Rayquaza? Yes, but only if you participated in one of the local GO Fests in Osaka, New York, or London. If not, the global GO Fest is your first opportunity.

Here you can find our tips for preparing for the worldwide Pokémon GO Fest 2023.

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How do I get Mega-Rayquaza in Pokémon GO?

This is how you get Mega-Rayquaza: To get Mega-Rayquaza, you need the item Meteorite. This allows you to teach Rayquaza the move Sky Attack, which is a requirement for the Pokémon’s Mega Evolution.

In addition, you need the Mega Energy for Rayquaza from the Mega Raids. How to defeat Rayquaza, you can find out here:

How do I get the Meteorite? For this, you must log into Pokémon GO on August 27, 2023, and participate on the second day of GO Fest. This will give you a special research that grants you a Meteorite.

If you purchase a ticket for the event, you will receive an extended special research that grants you an additional Meteorite. This allows you to Mega-evolve another Rayquaza if you have enough energy.

In addition, trainers reported from the local GO Fests that the Meteorite can rarely drop from Mega Raids featuring Mega-Rayquaza. This was reported by the content creator PokéDaxi (via Twitter). However, you should not rely on this as it apparently does not happen often.

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Is Mega-Rayquaza strong? Yes, Mega-Rayquaza is one of the absolutely best attackers in Pokémon GO. Additionally, having an active Mega-Rayquaza grants you the following bonuses:

  • Additional XP and candies for flying, psychic, and dragon Pokémon when you catch them
  • Attack bonuses in raids for attacks of the same types

As a result, Mega-Rayquaza is a powerful boost for your Pokémon teams – not only because it can hit hard itself, but also because it can boost the rest of your teammates.

A detailed look at how strong Mega-Rayquaza is, you can find here.

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