Pokémon GO: Get meteorite and learn zenith striker – Here’s how it works

Franzi Korittke Franzi Korittke Reading time 4 minutes

In Pokémon GO, you need to collect meteorites and teach Rayquaza Zenitstürmer to trigger its Mega evolution. We at MeinMMO show you how to get the new item and what to consider when evolving.

Which Pokémon is it about? In Pokémon GO, today, on August 27th, the second GO Fest day is taking place. In this Mega-Rayquaza makes its worldwide debut in the game, and for the first time, it can be transformed into its temporary Mega form by all trainers. However, unlike other Mega evolutions, the Mega energy is not sufficient for this legendary dragon- and flying-type Pokémon.

How to obtain the required meteorites, teach it Zenitstürmer, and what else you need to pay attention to is summarized below.

Evolving Rayquaza – All about meteorites, Zenitstürmer & Mega Energy

What is different about evolving Rayquaza? In Pokémon GO, there is already a series of Mega evolutions, but for these, you only need one thing: a lot of Mega energy. With Rayquaza, it’s a bit different. While you do need to have Mega energy to trigger the Mega evolution, Rayquaza also requires a specific move to evolve: Zenitstürmer.

This move cannot just be learned through a charged TM or Elite Charged TM, as you might do with other Pokémon. If you want to teach your Rayquaza the move, you need a new item, a so-called meteorite.

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Mega Rayquaza appears in Pokémon GO

How to get meteorites for Rayquaza

Special Research: For today’s GO Fest, all trainers, whether they have a ticket or not, receive a special research task related to Rayquaza. If you complete this, you can secure one of these meteorites as a reward on Table 1.

For ticket holders, there will be another research task about Rayquaza after the first one, which also includes a meteorite. So, through the two research tasks, you can secure two meteorites.

By the way: Those who attended one of the live events also received a research task related to Rayquaza that rewarded them with meteorites.

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Raids: In addition to the special research, you have another opportunity to get meteorites, namely through Mega Raids. If you defeat Mega-Rayquaza, one of the coveted meteorites can randomly drop as a reward. These are available today, August 27th, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time in the game.

You do not necessarily have to participate in raids on-site since you can also be lucky in remote raids, as Reddit user Amiibofan101 shows in their post. Whether or not you have an event ticket should also not matter.

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Here you can find the 20 best counters against Mega-Rayquaza.

Learning Zenitstürmer and collecting Mega Energy

How to teach Rayquaza Zenitstürmer: Zenitstürmer is a completely new move that Rayquaza can learn with a meteorite and is a prerequisite for its transformation into Mega-Rayquaza.

The assignment of the new move is very simple. Follow these steps:

  • Select your desired Rayquaza
  • Scroll down, below its current moves
  • Under the New Move button, you will now find the Zenitstürmer button, with a corresponding note that you need a meteorite to perform it
  • Click this to change the current charged move to Zenitstürmer
Here’s how to change the move to Zenitstürmer

Note that Zenitstürmer is a powerful charged move of the flying type, which is why it may be useful to teach your Rayquaza a pure flying move combination of Air Slash and Zenitstürmer.

How much Mega Energy is needed? To evolve Rayquaza, you also need a significant amount of Mega Energy. You need to have collected 400 Mega Energy to trigger the evolution with the help of the new move.

How to get Mega Energy for Rayquaza? You get Mega Energy for Rayquaza whenever you win a Mega Raid against the Pokémon. The amount depends on how quickly the raid boss was defeated.

Furthermore, ticket holders can look forward to Mega Energy in the special research. From this, you will receive the required 300 Mega Energy. And also in field research, you can today find tasks that reward you with 10 Mega Energy for Rayquaza, so keep an eye out for the quest Evolve a Mega Pokémon.

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Is Mega-Rayquaza worth it? Yes, Pokémon GO has a new king with Mega-Rayquaza. The Pokémon can shine not only in its normal form, as it is even more powerful in its Mega form.

With Zenitstürmer, it can deal significant damage in battle and now has not only a strong dragon moveset but also a strong flying moveset. Thus, it deserves to be one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO and should not be missing from any team.

Do you already have a strong Rayquaza in your collection that you will give a Mega evolution? Or will you use the event today to secure one? Let us know here at MeinMMO and discuss with other trainers.

Yesterday, Diancie also made its debut in the game. How to find Mega Energy for Diancie, we show you here.

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Why a gaming mouse for 30 euros will hardly stand a chance against Logitech and Razer

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 6 minutes

With the Ybar, the manufacturer Trust offers an affordable mouse for gamers. MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann was able to test the mouse for you.

With the Ybar, the manufacturer Trust offers an affordable gaming mouse in the entry-level segment. With its relatively few buttons, it feels like a lightweight shooter mouse. However, in the same segment, there are already good gaming mice from Logitech, Razer, and Roccat.

If the gaming mouse from Trust can convince and what alternatives there are, you can read in my test on MeinMMO.

Who tested it?

I currently own over 20 gaming mice and have tested over 15 keyboards. Personally, I also own over 10 sets of in-ear headphones. At MeinMMO, I have been testing hardware for our readers since 2019. Besides the PC and the PS5, I am also using the Steam Deck.

The manufacturer provided me with the Ybar for testing. I have addressed the sensor issues with the manufacturer. However, this is not a defect, as I initially assumed, as confirmed by Trust.

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Benedikt Schlotmann
Hardware Editor MeinMMO

Technical Details:
SensorNot specified
ResolutionUp to 7,200
SwitchesNot specified
Buttons6 buttons
DesignWhite or black mouse. RGB lighting on the manufacturer’s symbol
Gliding feet2
Cable   Detachable 2.0m USB-C cable
Weight96 grams
Price (RRP)32.99 euros

Scope of delivery, design, and construction

What does the scope of delivery look like? In addition to the gaming mouse, there is also a charging cable and a manual in the box. The wireless adapter is located inside the mouse itself.

How is the mouse constructed? You can purchase the mouse in either white or black; I am using the white model for testing.

  • On the top side of the mouse, there are the main buttons and between them the two-way scroll wheel. On the top, in front of the scroll wheel, there is a small switch to toggle the DPI.
  • On the underside, there is the switch to turn it on and off.
  • Also on the underside is a compartment for the wireless adapter.
  • The sides of the mouse are slightly textured, but there is no rubber coating or grip tape.
Trust Ybar Gaming Mouse side view

Processing

The entire mouse is made of plastic. During shaking and pressure tests, nothing creaks, and overall the mouse appears to be well-made. The adapter can be securely stored and does not come loose during transport.

The USB-C input on the front is wide enough that I can also use cables from other manufacturers. This definitely speaks in favor of the mouse.

Trust Ybar Gaming Mouse scope of delivery

Software

The Ybar gaming mouse offers a so-called “driver” software. At least on the official product page of Trust, you can only download the manual and the driver. With the driver, the mouse hub from Trust is then installed.

The Trust mouse hub can be installed on my system, but remains empty. With it, I can neither set up a mouse nor do anything else.

However, it should be noted that the mouse can be used without software without any issues. In many games, the additional buttons can also be assigned directly through the game’s menus, for example in Apex Legends.

Ybar Software 01
This is what the software for the Ybar series looks like on my system. Blue and quite empty.

On the next page, you can read everything about weight, ergonomics, and battery life.

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Pokémon GO Fest 2023: Research “Sky High” for Mega-Rayquaza – All content with and without ticket

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 4 minutes

The Pokémon GO Fest 2023 brings two Sky High-researches to Mega-Rayquaza – one with a ticket, one without. What’s included, we show you here. 

These are the researches: On GO Fest Sunday there are two researches around Mega-Rayquaza that you can complete. 

  • The research “Sky High” is available to all players, with or without a ticket. It brings you, among other things, a meteorite for Rayquaza.
  • The research “Sky High Up” is available only with a ticket. It brings another meteorite, but also bonuses like mega energies for Rayquaza, top TMs, and more.

The second research is available only after completing the first research, so don’t be surprised if the second research doesn’t appear right away when you have a ticket. 

To give you a clear overview of the researches and their contents, we summarize all steps and rewards here using the overview of the leaker LeekDuck 

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Sky High: Research on Mega-Rayquaza at GO Fest 2023 – Without Ticket

Here we summarize all steps of the research without a ticket. It is necessary to complete two pages to finish the research. After completing this research, you will receive the second one if you have a ticket.

Sky High – Research without Ticket 1/2

TaskReward
Spin 3 PokéStops or gyms20 Pokéballs
Catch 3 Pokémon3 Nanab berries
Complete 2 field researches100 XP

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

  • 3 potions
  • 1 meteorite
  • 100 stardust

Sky High – Research without Ticket 2/2

TaskReward
Use 5 power-ups on Pokémon3 revives
Use a very effective charge attack3 super potions
Fight in a raid3 top revives

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

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Mega Rayquaza appears in Pokémon GO

Research Sky High Up on Mega-Rayquaza at GO Fest 2023 – With Ticket

Here you will find all steps and rewards of the second research on Mega-Rayquaza, which is only available with a ticket.

Sky High Up – Research with Ticket 1/5

TaskReward
Explore 1 kilometer3 super potions
Complete 2 field researches23 pokéballs
Visit 10 PokéStops or gyms2 lucky eggs

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

  • 2 charge TMs
  • 2 fast TMs
  • 1 meteorite

Sky High Up – Research with Ticket 2/5

TaskReward
Earn 3,820 stardust20 Rayquaza candies
Power up 10 dragon PokémonViscora encounter
Power up 10 flying Pokémon384 stardust

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

  • 3 hyper potions
  • 2 premium battle passes
  • 3 revives

Sky High Up – Research with Ticket 3/5

TaskReward
Use 3 very effective charge attacks3 top revives
Fight in 5 raids3 top potions
Win a mega raid100 Rayquaza mega energy

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

Sky High Up – Research with Ticket 4/5

TaskReward
Catch 10 water, electric, or bug Pokémon10 Kyogre candies
Catch 10 fire, plant, or ground Pokémon10 Groudon candies
Catch 10 flying, psychic, or dragon Pokémon10 Rayquaza candies

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

  • 100 Kyogre proto energy
  • 100 Groudon proto energy
  • 200 Rayquaza mega energy

Sky High Up – Research with Ticket 5/5

TaskReward
Use 20 power-ups on Pokémon10 Rayquaza candies
Use 10 very effective charge attacks10 Rayquaza XL candies
Win 5 raids3 special candies

Stage reward: You will receive after completion:

  • 1 top fast TM
  • 1 top charge TM
  • 1 XL special candy

What else is happening at GO Fest 2023?

Here you will find the most important information about GO Fest 2023 at a glance:

Our most important articles on GO Fest 2023:

Basically, on the second day of GO Fest, there is not only the chance to get Mega-Rayquaza. The monsters from the previous day will also spawn again, but not categorized into different habitats.

GO Fest serves as a conclusion to the current season, and the next season in Pokémon GO will start in September. It is expected that for the first time monsters from Paldea will appear in Pokémon GO.

What do you think about GO Fest this year? Let us know in the comments!

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German Twitch streamer explains why he is passing up a pile of money: ‘Would make 1 million a month’

Lydia Lydia Reading time 2 minutes

The German ohnePixel is one of the largest Twitch streamers of Valve’s shooter CS:GO worldwide. His content mainly revolves around opening cases and trading skins. He could make a lot of money with it, but the streamer wanted nothing to do with that.

What is this deal about? It is said to be an offer from a website that offers gambling with CS:GO skins. ohnePixel says about it: “I would make 1 million a month if I accepted a gambling sponsor, let’s just say that. And I’m not making a million a month right now.”

While skins have been traded for high sums on the Steam marketplace for some time, these gambling sites have a rather bad reputation. Valve is already cracking down on such traders and banning valuable accounts.

Twitch also implemented a ban, stating that streamers are not allowed to promote or be sponsored by these gambling sites (via Kotaku). However, it is unclear how this regulation will be enforced. For the streamer, though, this was reportedly not the reason for rejecting such an offer.

The announcement of Counter-Strike 2 has caused a renewed hype around CS:GO.

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Sponsoring could cost streamers their sleep

What reasons does ohnePixel give? The streamer explains that it is not only about money for him and that he could not accept such a sponsor in good conscience. He does this for himself as well, so that he can sleep well at night, says ohnePixel. He prefers to pursue a long-term plan:

I don’t just want to stream, cash in, and then what? Have it made for the rest of my life? I think I can do this for a longer time and still have a great life.

For ohnePixel, it is also about the influence that such sponsorship could have on his content and thus on his viewers. He does not want anyone to become dependent because of him, as he knows how badly that can end:

You pay your bills with the money of other people who have fallen into addiction. Some cases could end even worse, as there are always gambling addicts who end up in a really bad situation, right?

Although opening cases in CS:GO – like loot boxes in general – is already considered a form of gambling by critics, it seems important for the streamer to draw a line. He opens expensive cases with the risk of not receiving valuable skins but always warns his viewers not to do this at home.

It should also be noted that ohnePixel is not always burning his own money. Some fans give streamers cases so that they can open them live on stream. Recently, the Twitch streamer received cases worth a whopping 120,000 €, which he opened in a mega stream in front of half a million people.

Even though ohnePixel is currently not earning quite a million euros or dollars per month, he seems to be doing well at the moment without having to compromise his conscience.

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Twitch streamers who show gambling on their channels and also accept sponsorship deals have been criticized for a long time. While they are well protected, their viewers lose real money. A young man reported how he himself fell into addiction through such content:

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Survival game on Steam flops due to PvP, even the boss thinks it’s bad – new project fully focuses on PvE, looks really good

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

Last Oasis was an ambitious project that was supposed to demand everything from a survival gamer. However, the PvP approach led to downfall and too many toxic players. Now the creators want to try something completely different with Bellwright. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus has seen the new game at gamescom 2023 and clearly recognizes more potential than with Last Oasis.

What kind of game is it?

  • Last Oasis was released in 2020 on Steam as a survival game focused on hardcore PvP. Every player is supposed to fight for their survival and any means should be acceptable.
  • The idea: the Earth no longer rotates, the sun burns every land area and only oases are safe.
  • Cool features like power armors and huge wooden walkers were used. But it was still not enough for success. The latest update was released in 2022.
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How it went for Last Oasis: Last Oasis started as a promising survival game with innovative approaches but also big ambitions on Steam. The idea was well received, but it did not last long.

From the originally peak of 33,000 players, only 100 are left now (via steamcharts). Ratings have fallen to 22%, and hardly anyone is interested in the game anymore. The reason was constant PvP, just as I predicted.

I had already spoken with the creative director Florian Hofreither back then, when he still hoped that Last Oasis could be saved. But it turned out differently: in 2022, Florian himself considered his game a poor experience.

A major problem was toxic players who wanted to ruin the fun for others, especially new players. For no other reason than that they could. Now the development team Donkey Crew is working on a new project, and it looks much better.

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Bellwright: The trailer for the new project by the creators of Last Oasis

“We have learned from our mistakes”

At gamescom 2023, I met Florian again – more or less by chance. A meeting for the Bellwright project materialized just shortly before. I was very happy to see the Austrian again, especially with his new game.

Bellwright is the new game of the studio, which is now completely reorienting itself after Last Oasis. Instead of in a post-apocalyptic desert world, it goes into a European-inspired medieval setting:

  • you play as a warrior who wants to rise against the tyranny of his king and incite a revolution
  • like in Medieval Dynasty, you recruit more and more people to slowly build a resistance
  • through a building system, you can set up your own village and even expand it into a fortress with walls
  • opposing NPCs will try to hinder you. The attacks become stronger the further you advance

The idea, according to Florian, is a mix of Medieval Dynasty, Chivalry, and Rimworld, and I could also see elements of Valheim. You manage inhabitants indirectly through a task system, but you can also intervene anywhere yourself: crafting, hunting, and building is always more efficient when you do it yourself.

This should lead to you focusing entirely on the gameplay that is most fun for you. If you want to micromanage, you’ll find ways to perfect every production. If you prefer to play comfortably, you let the NPCs handle everything and do your thing.

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The focus is entirely on PvE. When asked, the boss said: The team has learned from the mistakes of Last Oasis. Making Bellwright is also much more enjoyable. No toxic players, joy in development again, and something that all employees really want to do.

At the moment, the focus is still on the single-player experience, but a co-op mode is already planned. Bellwright is already “feature complete,” meaning it is close to a state that can be shown to the public. Early access is supposed to start in December 2023. However, there is still no release date.

Another promising survival game that I was able to see at gamescom 2023 is Return to Moria. You will also be able to see it yourself soon:

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Pokémon GO: Today is the last day of GO Fest 2023 – All content from Day 2

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

Today, on August 27, 2023, the second day of the global Pokémon GO Fest 2023 is underway. We summarize what content is coming next here. 

This is the GO Fest: On Saturday, August 26, the global GO Fest with Day 1 started. There was, among other things, special research with Diancie and hourly rotating habitats full of spawns. 

Now the second day of the GO Fest 2023 is still ahead. 

When does Day 2 start? The second day takes place today, August 27, starting again at 10:00 AM and running until 6:00 PM. What can you expect? We will show you here. 

GO Fest 2023: Day 2 comes with Mega-Rayquaza as the highlight

This is what Day 2 brings: For many players, the appearance of Mega-Rayquaza is likely to be the highlight. The legendary dragon will be featured in Mega Raids and is somewhat of the boss opponent this weekend. 

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Mega Rayquaza appears in Pokémon GO

Surrounding Rayquaza, you will receive a special research on Sunday, which will earn you the crucial item “Meteorite”. This is required to teach Rayquaza the move “Zenith Strike”, which in turn is a prerequisite for the mega evolution of the monster. 

This special research should also be available to players without a ticket for the GO Fest 2023. If you have purchased a ticket, the research will be expanded to include an additional meteorite. This means you can teach two Rayquaza the move.

In addition, you will need Mega Energy for Rayquaza. This can be obtained from Mega Raids. We will show you the best counters against Rayquaza here. With a ticket, you will again receive up to 9 Raid Passes on that day if you spin the photo discs at the gyms.

You can find all tasks and rewards for the special researches with Rayquaza here.

Our most important articles about GO Fest 2023:

What else is happening on Day 2? Unlike Day 1, there will be no rotating habitats. Instead, the event spawns will be distributed throughout the day, but without specific divisions. You still have the opportunity to catch some of the most exciting monsters of the GO Fest. 

In the raids, you will also continue to find Pokémon like Rocara or the Snorlax with cowboy hat.

Whether there are further bonuses or surprises on Sunday remains to be seen. We will keep you updated again in the live ticker from the event start.

You can find the live ticker for the Pokémon GO Fest 2023 here.

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Pokémon GO: “GO Fest 2023: Fascinating Facets” with Diancie – All Steps and Rewards

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

In Pokémon GO starts on August 26, 2023, the GO Fest 2023. With a ticket, you get the special research for Diancie. What’s inside?

What kind of special research is this? The special research is part of the ticket for the GO Fest 2023, which can be purchased in the shop for around 15 euros.

The main bonus of the ticket is an encounter with the mysterious Pokémon Diancie, which you can also evolve into Mega-Diancie. Important: If you already have a Diancie from the local GO Fests, you will not get another one, only candies.

By now, it’s also known what steps you need to complete and what rewards you’ll get during the research, as the GO Fest is already running in other time zones. With the help of the overview from LeekDuck, we show you what content the research brings.

Research for GO Fest 2023 1/6

TaskReward
Spin 3 PokéStops or Gyms2 Incense
Use an Incense23 Poké Balls
Catch 10 Pokémon3 Nanab Berries

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 3 Pinap Berries
  • 2 Lures
  • 3 Sanan Berries

Research for GO Fest 2023 2/6

TaskReward
Complete 3 field research tasksWattzapf Encounter
Use 5 berries while catching Pokémon2 Incubators
Catch 10 different species of PokémonKommandutan Encounter

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 2023 XP
  • 2 Knursp
  • 2023 Stardust

Research for GO Fest 2023 3/6

TaskReward
Hatch 2 Eggs2 Lucky Eggs
Spin 5 PokéStops or GymsSchalellos Encounter (Western Sea)
Earn a Candy while walking with your buddySchalellos Encounter (Eastern Sea)

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 2023 XP
  • Rocara Encounter
  • 2023 Stardust
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Pokémon from the Paldea region will soon appear in Pokémon GO!

Research for GO Fest 2023 4/6

TaskReward
Catch 10 Pokémon2 Star Pieces
Earn 7,190 Stardust2 Silver Sanan Berries
Evolve 3 PokémonHisui-Fukano Encounter

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 2023 XP
  • Encounter with Diancie
  • 2023 Stardust

Research for GO Fest 2023 5/6

TaskReward
Earn 7,190 XP3 Rare Candies
Do a Power-Up on 10 Fairy Pokémon3 Rare Candies
Do a Power-Up on 10 Rock-type Pokémon3 Rare Candies

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 2023 XP
  • 300 Mega Energy for Diancie
  • Diancie shirt for your avatar

Research for GO Fest 2023 6/6

TaskReward
Already completed!2023 XP
Already completed!2023 Stardust
Already completed!2023 XP

Stage reward: After completing the stage, you will receive:

  • 25 Diancie Candies
  • 25 Diancie Stickers
  • Pose for your avatar

What else is important for GO Fest 2023?

An overview of the most important information about GO Fest can be found in these articles:

Our most important articles about GO Fest 2023:

Overall, the global GO Fest runs from August 26, 2023, to August 27, 2023. You can only get the special research with Diancie if you purchase an appropriate ticket and play during this period. However, the completion of the special research is possible at any time once you have activated it.

What do you think of the research and the rewards? Let us know in the comments!

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The 5 Best Harem Anime with Guys Who Just Have Too Much Luck

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 6 minutes

Every now and then, a Harem-Anime can be quite funny. Here at MeinMMO, we have a selection of Harem anime for you that should cover all tastes. Yes – all of them.

Although Harem anime generally spans all genres (like action, romance, drama, comedy, and so on), the basic constellation of characters is always similar. There is usually one male protagonist who is courted by many women. Even though this doesn’t necessarily mean that it has to be raunchy – in many cases, it is.

Nevertheless, there are also many good Harem anime, especially in the comedy domain, that are definitely worth watching. (Help, I’m being forced to write this article.)

Love Hina

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Genres: Comedy, Romance, Ecchi
Episodes: 24
Stream available on: Currently no streaming provider known. Only available for purchase.

In his youth, Keitaro promised a girl that he would meet her again at the University of Tokyo. However, the plan fails when he flunks the entrance exam and his life goes off the rails.

His grandmother owns a hotel, where he first settles down to study for the entrance exam in peace. However, his grandmother has already converted the former hotel into a girls’ dormitory. And as fate has it, he must now run the dormitory – and therefore live under one roof with 5 young women who are not particularly thrilled about it at the beginning.

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What to expect from Love Hina: Love Hina dates back to 2000 and is now considered almost a classic. Many anime clichés of today’s Harem or Romance anime have their origins here. Particularly the “archetypical girl clichés,” like the Tsundere or Dandere, were established in the anime from this time and are hence represented in Love Hina.

The story is quite calm but definitely worth a look. A lovely, entertaining Harem anime that one can wonderfully watch “on the side”.

The World God Only Knows

Alternative Names: Kami nomi zo Shiru Sekai
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Supernatural
Episodes: 36 (3 Seasons)
Stream available on: Crunchyroll

Keima is known on the internet as the “God of Conquests” because he can win the heart of any girl – at least in dating simulations. He wants nothing to do with real women.

When he receives a request to prove his superiority in dating games, he hastily agrees and thereby forms a pact with a demon from hell. He now has to work with the lively Elsie to catch escaped evil souls that are hiding in the world.

But to get to these souls, he has to conquer what he hates most: the hearts of real girls, who are not as easily calculable as in video games.

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What to expect from The World God Only Knows: The setting of this series is quite extraordinary and plays with many clichés. The depiction of the female “conquest targets” is particularly interesting here – they are clearly more multifaceted and complex than in many other Harem series. Especially Keima’s failures when relying on the experiences from his dating games are always enjoyable to watch – just like the moments when his plans actually work out.

The Quintessential Quintuplets

Alternative Names: 5-toubun no Hanayome, The Five Wedded Brides
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Episodes: 24 (2 Seasons)
Stream available on: Crunchyroll

Fuutarou Uesugi is an exemplary student, but struggles with many problems. His withdrawn and initially unapproachable nature has made him few friends, and his father is heavily in debt. Salvation comes when he is asked to tutor a wealthy family.

What he does not yet realize is that he has to tutor quintuplets, all of whom are at risk of failing their classes but have little interest in studying – after all, they are the children of a wealthy family and see no need for it.

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What to expect from The Quintessential Quintuplets: Quintessential Quintuplets comes with pleasantly few ecchi elements and impresses with great characters that quickly grow on you.

Each of the girls is interesting and even Uesugi does not fit the typical “no-name protagonist” whose only trait is hitting the jackpot in the ladies’ lottery. Here you can expect a lovely, light story that will make you smile repeatedly.

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One of the best Warhammer games on Steam crashes because a DLC costs too much, but is it really that bad?

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 4 minutes

The latest DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3 does not bring any new playable factions. Nevertheless, it costs a hefty 25 €. This has caused some frustration. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus played the DLC and spoke with the boss. Benedict understands the annoyance, but can also say: there is a lot of fuss about nothing.

When Total War: Warhammer 3 was released in 2022, it was almost immediately a big success with over 166,000 players at peak (via steamcharts).

The big, free update Immortal Empires dared to do what no other strategy game has done before: unite 3 games and absurdly enlarge the map. Over 280 factions that fight each other for victory.

Since then, Total War: Warhammer 3 has become a well-known title on Steam and actually has good ratings. However, in mid-August 2023, they fell sharply: a measly 14 % of the reviews are still positive, and the game is now one of the “worst” on Steam.

The reason for this is the new DLC “Shadows of Change,” which has upset fans. It is a “Lords Pack”, which means it doesn’t bring new factions, but only new commanders for existing peoples.

These traditionally cost between 10 and 15 Euros, not 25. An explanation from the devs followed, but it only caused more frustration and negative reviews. The communication was really poor here, because I can say: the pack is significantly more than “just” 3 new commanders.

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Total War: Warhammer 3 – The Trailer for the DLC Shadows of Change

No new factions, but completely new mechanics

I was able to play Shadows of Change in full beforehand, both unlimited at home and live at gamescom 2023. There, the Game Director Richard Aldridge was even available for questions. The new contents in the DLC are:

  • The Changeling, a legendary Lord for Tzeentch
  • Mama Ostankya, a witch and legendary Lord for Kislev
  • Yuan Bo the Jade Dragon, a legendary Lord for Cathay

Veterans of Total War: Warhammer know such DLC packs and know that the Lords usually just slightly expand a core mechanic of the faction. This is also the case with the Jade Dragon. While there are cool, new buffs, at its core, it plays exactly like Cathay.

The Changeling and the witch, however, are something completely different. Ostankya starts far away from Kislev, north of Lustria, has new units with spiders, and a completely new mechanic with which she can mix curses and blessings. A bit like Nurgle’s Plague Cauldron, just less disgusting and with more focus on witchcraft.

With the Changeling, things get really crazy. The idea behind the Lord is not to simply defeat all others. He simply wants to sow chaos and enjoys causing as much unrest as possible. To do this, he utilizes several mechanics that are unknown from Tzeentch and which are partly completely new:

  • The Changeling has no cities, only cults. He must cling symbiotically or parasitically to existing settlements to benefit from them.
  • The cults roughly function like the under-cities of the Skaven, but are far more complex and require much planning. A Lord for advanced players.
  • The leader himself has the ability to copy the form of any legendary Lord and hero – including their abilities. This makes him the most versatile character in battle.

In addition, the Changeling can research completely different things than, for example, Kairos, the original Lord of Tzeentch. The most important thing: portals that allow armies to teleport to other areas to stir up unrest there. This is even crucial for victory, which is not determined solely by combat.

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Not only new Lords, but also new victory conditions

The boss explained to me that many new factions in the past still have the victory condition of “painting the map red,” as it is called in the community. This means: occupying territories, defeating opponents. That’s how victories are usually achieved.

The Changeling and Ostankya, however, have new victory conditions that only apply to them. Ostankya can perform witchcraft. When she reaches the last one, she can summon armies that can essentially wipe out an entire faction immediately.

For the Changeling, the special victory is even more interesting. He sees the world as a stage where he performs plays. Here he has different acts or “plans” in which he must complete specific tasks, such as: pit all the realms of the empire against each other, blow up the Great Wall of Cathay with Skaven technicians, or corrupt the High Elves.

After completing 5 “Great Plans,” he can initiate the “Ultimate Plan,” basically a world war. Depending on how much groundwork is done, there are more or fewer allies available to both sides. If the Changeling wins this battle, he wins the campaign.

From the descriptions in the game and in the blog so far, however, this only seems to be conditions for the long victory. Aldridge, however, spoke with me about the fact that these achievements actually trigger a campaign victory. Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten that far yet – but I really hope it’s true. In any case, the system offers a lot of new strategic options.

With Immortal Empires, Total War: Warhammer 3 became the huge game it is today:

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Total War: Warhammer 3 – Launch Trailer Immortal Empires

25 € is okay, but please don’t make it the new standard

I can understand why fans would get angry at the announcement of 25 € for three new Lords. I would too. However, now that I’ve seen how much is really included, I have to say: that’s completely okay.

The boss also told me that such special mechanics will probably be used more frequently in the future. A ritual of the Wood Elves, for example, would be a pretty fitting victory condition.

Nevertheless, I have to say: that shouldn’t become the standard. If the DLCs continue to be as extensive as Shadows of Change, it is fine. But for Lord Packs from the past, where there were at most a different focus on units and a few novelties, the price would be absolutely unacceptable.

Shadows of Change will be released on August 31 as a paid DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3 on Steam, in the Epic Games Store, and in the Microsoft Store. From then on, you can see for yourself.

This year, a historical Total War with a new setting is coming – the star of the trailer is a dung beetle

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

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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Diablo 4 presents new Season 2, coming this fall – Blood & Vampires

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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        • Decay
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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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CI Games presents the new Lords of the Fallen – Gameplay Trailer

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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Der Gameplay-Trailer zu Flintlock: Siege of Dawn

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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Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew shows cursed pirates in the announcement trailer

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.

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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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Pokémon GO: Evolving Diancie – How to Gather Mega Energy

Franzi Korittke Franzi Korittke Reading time 3 minutes

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?

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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:

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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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