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“You know, I’ve actually explored all the options for why one might have headaches,” she explains in the same Instagram story. “Everything you think could be examined when you have headaches, I’ve had examined over the past few years. Now I’m at a point where it’s really super important to tackle this.”

At least 12 different doctor appointments await her

What’s next? In order to finally find a solution for her persistent headaches, Reved plans a several-week break. Therefore, the streamer living in Madeira is going back to her hometown.

In Germany, she has already scheduled 12 different doctor appointments to address the problem. Health is now her top priority and she wants to take the necessary time to obtain a diagnosis and begin appropriate treatment.

Reved’s decision to focus on her health is received with support and understanding from her community. The streamer hopes that through this break she will find a solution for her headaches and return stronger.

What Reved recently experienced in one of her streams can be read here: 23-year-old German streamer triggers rare reward function on Twitch and is overwhelmed

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LoL: Best LoL player in the world receives death threats – The team immediately involves the police

Niko Hernes 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The LCK 2023 Regional Finals for League of Legends are coming up in Korea, to determine the teams that will participate in the Worlds. T1’s Faker, the key player for the team, received a death threat, prompting increased security measures for the tournament.

What happened? On August 10, an anonymous death threat was posted on the Korean forum DC Inside. The user allegedly threatened to go to the team’s dormitory and harm him with a weapon.

As seen on Twitter, the police were also stationed there to oversee the situation and ensure the safety of Faker and the other players. According to a Korean report, the police have identified the author of the threat through the IP address and plan to apprehend him.

Learn more about Faker in this video:

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The Life of Faker – Why He is a Living Legend

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The LCK also responds

How does the LCK respond? The officials of the LCK responded one day later and stated on Twitter that they will increase security measures for the playoffs and finals due to recent threats of violence. You can check out the post with more detailed information here:

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At the Regional Finals, it will be decided which 2 teams will represent the Korea region at the Worlds. Therefore, such a threat can significantly affect the players’ performance. Especially for T1, who had issues a couple of weeks ago due to Faker’s injury:

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Tech YouTuber shows what happens when you connect 127 USB devices to a PC

Lydia 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

Are you regularly experiencing problems when trying to connect all your 130 USB devices to your gaming PC at once and don’t know why? The well-known tech YouTuber Linus Tech Tips explains and conducts a self-test.

How many USB devices can you connect at the same time? The number of USB devices that can be connected to a PC at the same time is limited by the USB controller. Theoretically, you can connect 127 devices to one controller.

But is that even practically possible? And what happens if you actually do it? These are the questions that tech YouTuber “Linus Tech Tips” has explored. With over 15 million subscribers, the 36-year-old has one of the largest tech channels on YouTube – it is rumored that he was even offered a 9-figure sum for the channel.

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How to connect 127 devices at the same time … more or less

How did he manage that? Since most PCs do not have 127 USB ports, Linus Tech Tips first resorted to USB hubs, as probably anyone would in such a scenario. But this leads to new problems:

A hub cannot work if it is connected more than 5 hubs away from the root port. Since most physical hubs contain several internal hubs, Windows already shows an error message when 3 USB hubs are connected in series.
If hubs do not have a separate power supply and are powered by the PC, power supply issues can arise quickly.

To pull off the stunt, the YouTuber used a crypto-mining motherboard with countless PCIe connections, which he equipped with USB extensions. Such a motherboard shouldn’t be too hard to find since many miners are currently selling their used hardware cheaply.

The next step might be to connect a bunch of cheap USB sticks to the board, but that also isn’t straightforward. Windows runs out of letters in the alphabet to assign to the various drives.

Linus therefore armed himself with USB sticks, keyboards, mice, and a stream deck and began the tedious task of plugging in all devices. However, the question remained whether the devices would actually work.

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What was the result? Even with several dozen USB devices plugged in simultaneously, the individual devices could still be used to some extent: The cursor moved, Linus was even able to click on items on his screen, and keystrokes were recognized as well.

Ultimately, Linus managed to connect 112 devices at once for a brief period. However, when it came to number 113, the first devices began to shut down, so the YouTuber “only” achieved 110 simultaneous devices. The problem, as the 36-year-old suspects, could be related to the drivers.

He also noticed that his PC was stuttering. With more than 100 connected USB devices, the CPU was already at 30 to 40% usage at idle.

Although the average user probably does not plan to connect 127 devices to their system in the near future, there are a few takeaways from the attempt: Hubs should be connected directly to the root port whenever possible, and hubs without independent power supply should not be loaded with power-hungry devices.

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With so many USB devices and the accompanying cable chaos, Linus Tech Tips’ setup definitely does not match the “clean” aesthetic that many gamers and content creators strive for. The YouTuber “Basically Homeless” has achieved the ultimate clean look:

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Pokémon gets a new type 10 years after the fairies

Dariusz Müller 14. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

Pokémon gets a new type after 10 years, but it will only be playable in the games of the ninth generation, Scarlet and Violet.

On Sunday, August 13, 2023, the finals of the Pokémon World Championships took place in Japan. As part of the celebrations, there was also a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming DLC “The Treasure of Zone Zero”.

The trailer featured some battles, including the new paradox Pokémon “Furienblitz” and “Eisenhaupt”, as well as a new mysterious Pokémon type.

What kind of type is this? The new type is known as a Tera type. This is a mechanic introduced in the ninth generation of Pokémon with Scarlet and Violet.

The Tera type of a Pokémon allows it to change its actual type. For example, a water Pokémon can have the fire type after using Tera crystallization once in battle.

However, until now, the Tera type had to correspond to one of the 18 known Pokémon types. With “The Treasure of Zone Zero”, there will now be a new, 19th Tera type.

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Pokémon presents new Tera type in trailer

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What characterizes the new Tera type? The exact name of the type and its characteristics are currently unknown. However, as it is a new, independent type, it will also come with new attributes.

It can therefore be assumed that the new Tera type may have its own type-specific strengths or weaknesses.

Additionally, during the new trailer and on images, the logo of the new Tera type was already visible, with a rainbow-colored background.

The composition of the various colors in the logo of the type, as well as the “crown” that Pokémon wear when activating the Tera type, suggest that the new Tera type could be a combination of the 18 known types.

Why will the new type only be available in 2 games? Since the sixth generation, Pokémon games have received new mechanics that only appear in the games of that generation. In X and Y, there were Mega Evolutions, in Sun and Moon the Z-Moves, and in Sword and Shield the Dynamaxing.

The generation-specific mechanic of Scarlet and Violet is Tera crystallization. Since none of the mechanics have been adopted in subsequent generations, it is very unlikely that the new Tera type will be available in games other than Scarlet and Violet.

However, it is conceivable that the type could be playable in a remake of an old generation, as was the case with Mega Evolutions in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

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When was the last new type introduced in Pokémon? So far, the fairy type is the latest addition. It was introduced 10 years ago (2013) with the release of Pokémon X and Y in generation 6 and has since been known primarily as a counter against dragon Pokémon.

The fairy type is also considered one of the strongest types in the game.

In the past, there have been numerous speculations and wishes from fans that a new type could be introduced with Scarlet and Violet. With the new Tera type, this is at least partially the case.

Originally, parts of the community hoped for a sound type:

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Tactics game is like a XCom in the Wild West: Currently costs only 10 € on Steam, is 96% positive

Niko Hernes 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The stealth tactics genre may not be huge, but it is also not dead. Every now and then, enough gems from this niche are still released, many even from Germany. The grandiose Desperados 3 is currently available for just 10 € on Steam.

What kind of game is Desperados 3? Desperados 3 belongs to the RTS genre. You must give your characters commands in real time to complete missions. The setting takes place in the Wild West, so the abilities, weapons, and characters are adapted to this.

Desperados 3 is special because you always have clear indicators of your actions. The enemy’s field of vision is displayed, providing you with as much information as possible to move your characters. The focus is on stealth and finding the best route and tactic to eliminate enemies.

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Desperados 3 – Launch Trailer for the Stealth Tactics Game

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I’m glad that the genre is getting decent new content again

What else does the game offer? Some features have been implemented to give the genre a modern touch.

5 characters that are distinct in gameplay and fit the setting
High decision-making freedom
Stealth is important, but there is also action in the form of shootings or explosions
Diverse difficulty options
In showdown mode, you can even pause if you want to plan better
There is much to do outside of the story as well

The German studio Mimimi Games has successfully taken the RTS genre and modernized it well. East Asian tactics can also captivate. If you’re interested, check out Tactics Ogre: Reborn:

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How is the game rated? On Steam, the game has 96% positive reviews from over 8000 ratings. Players particularly praise how well the genre is implemented.

.dts: Mimimi clearly gets a thumbs up. Super studio, super game! I’m glad that the genre is getting decent new content again!
_A_pol_A_: Desperados 3 is a brilliant game that excellently implements the foundation of the first Desperados.
DaNi-San.<3: I can only recommend this game to anyone who enjoys challenging games. Gameplay, graphics, and atmosphere are very coherent and fit perfectly with the game.

If you enjoy tactical games, then Desperados 3 is definitely worth checking out. If you liked it, Mimimi Games also offers Shadow Tactics: Blade of the Shogun or soon Shadows Gambit: The Cursed Crew.

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Developers play Diablo 4 themselves, have problems on the lowest difficulty: „This explains a lot“

Benedict Grothaus 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

Blizzard has released a new video showing some of the developers playing Diablo 4. Within hours, negative comments and disbelieving reactions from players have accumulated under the video on YouTube and social channels. There is heavy criticism of the state of the game.

This is what Blizzard has shown:

On Friday, August 11, Blizzard released an “Adventure with the Devs” on YouTube.
The dungeon designers Dini McMurry and Josey Meyer can be seen defeating the dungeon Belfry Zakara.
The reactions to the video are mostly negative, which is not only due to the gameplay skills of the two developers. Here, the current dissatisfaction with Diablo 4 is unleashed.

This is how the video is received: The ratio of likes to dislikes can no longer be viewed on YouTube; however, the video has received only 847 thumbs up since Friday with over 256,000 views (as of August 14). This results in a rather poor ratio.

At the same time, the currently largest thread in the Diablo subreddit has over 6,800 upvotes and 3,600 comments. There, fans are discussing this video and criticizing what can be seen.

The main subject of criticism is what is not shown to viewers in the video:

The two developers do not address any of the current community topics
There is no relevant information about the state of the game or the future
None of the “technical topics” of the two women are mentioned
Instead, there is only gameplay on the lowest difficulty level (“World Tier 1”), where the developers even have problems playing it

The user Battle_Fish remarks: Not everyone has to be good at video games. But at least someone could have been put in place who has played Solitaire before: “This implies that the PR department that organized all this doesn’t care about the developers at all.”

On YouTube, the comments are even sharper. The video is described as excellent advertising – for Path of Exile and Last Epoch.

Due to the lack of relevant information, the focus is entirely on the gameplay, which no active player can take seriously at all, say other users: “The video is not good at anything. I learned nothing in these 10 minutes.”

You can watch the video in question here:

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Diablo 4: Adventure with the Devs with Dini McMurry and Josey Meyer

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“Are we the clowns for buying this game?”

For the players, the video is currently a sign that the developers themselves do not know what is wrong with their game and how they need to improve it. They take the developers’ gameplay as an example:

The Barbarian in the video, for example, only uses standard attacks, no fury, and therefore has little positive impact on the events.
The dungeon is one of the more difficult ones in the game, but fans still expected the developers to be “better” here.

Diablo 4 faced a lot of criticism shortly after release including missing or boring endgame content, a flawed loot system, and the general lack of action in the gameplay.

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Blizzard has made improvements over the weeks, to the point where players even celebrate some dungeons. Even on Reddit, where almost only negative threads can be found at the moment, the mood is slowly improving.

For many fans, however, the new video is a setback, after Blizzard has just recovered from the severe criticism of Diablo 4. Due to the revisions, many things have improved and there are already some glimmers of hope for the future:

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Destiny 2: Parents forget a gift for their son for 4 years, now it’s really worth a lot

Britta ♤ BeAngel 14. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

In the world of gaming rarities and collectibles, there are always amazing stories that make players’ hearts race. One such story recently took place at Destiny 2, when an old Collector’s Edition finally found its way to its rightful owner after 4 years.

What is this forgotten gift? The parents of a young Destiny 2 fan decided in 2019, when the DLC “Shadowkeep” was just released, to gift their son the highly sought-after Collector’s Edition.

This Collector’s Edition was available for pre-order in 2019 for the price of €159.99.
In addition to the game, in-game bonuses, and lore, it also includes exclusive physical collectibles like a Hive Cryptoglyph and a metal Luna Mission container.
The Cryptoglyph was a captivating puzzle for players back then, as to access its contents, one had to decipher it.

So, a true treasure for any passionate Destiny gamer.

However, the gift languished for 4 years in the depths of the family’s home. Forgotten and ignored until the course of events finally brought it back to light in 2023.

Why the gift was forgotten: On Reddit, the thread in which Spartan-Jake reveals the curious story and explains why it took so long has received nearly 4,000 upvotes.

My parents just discovered a gift they forgot to give me almost 4 years ago. […] Apparently, my mom bought it for Christmas, but the DLC came out before then, so I had already gotten it myself, although not the Collector’s Edition. She then set it aside and actually planned to return it.
writes Spartan-Jake via Reddit

How much the box is worth today: Four long years passed before the forgotten Collector’s Edition was rediscovered by chance. The mother apparently remembered the gift she had bought a long time ago.

She decided to hand it over to her son, unaware of the value the edition has since gained.

The combination of the rarity of the collectible and the fact that it has remained untouched and in its original seal makes it extremely desirable for enthusiasts and collectors.
Online, prices for such a box currently range between €250 and €600. Collectors are certainly willing to pay more than the original price for it.
It is also not excluded that the unopened box could be worth significantly more in a few years.

Spartan-Jake himself, however, struggles with himself, as he actually wanted to unwrap his unexpected Collector’s box right away. Especially after watching some unboxing videos. He is especially taken with the Cryptoglyph and the emblems.

This video reveals what the Destiny 2 DLC “Shadowkeep” was once about:

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Destiny 2: Shadowkeep 2019 – Launch Trailer

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Reddit readers have also already cast an interested eye on the still-sealed Collector’s Edition. Jake has already received several direct inquiries asking if he would sell his old gift right away.

Others, like Patpuc, strongly advise him against it because these collector boxes for Destiny 2 always contain exclusive emblem codes that are already worth a lot on their own.

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But even though the owner is itching to unpack the box itself, he has still decided not to do so. He made it clear: “I have no interest in selling it.” He will simply keep the box.

To his mother, however, he humorously remarked:

It actually brightened my week somehow. I wish my mom had also forgotten a few Pokémon card packs from my childhood.
Spartan-Jake humorously remarks

How about you? Have you ever received a forgotten gift or a lost rarity that surprised you? Or do you think he would have made a better deal if he had sold the box directly instead of holding onto it? Then feel free to share this with us in the comments.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Many more people can trade than you think – Pay attention to this button

Fabienne Kissel 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In Baldur’s Gate 3 you can trade with many NPCs that at first glance do not look like traders. How this works and which hidden button you need to pay attention to, you can find out on MeinMMO.

If you have not played any previous games by Larian Studios, this feature might be new to you: You can trade in Baldur’s Gate with NPCs that are not explicitly marked as traders.

How does it work? With the help of a button, you can use the hidden trading feature in the game. During your conversations with numerous NPCs, there is the possibility to trade.

Here you will find 5 helpful tips for your gaming experience:

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5 helpful tips for Baldur’s Gate 3

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With this button you can trade with NPCs

Where can I find this button? On the left side of the dialog screen, there are a variety of symbols and shortcuts. Pay attention to the following symbol labeled “Trade, which may appear during a conversation.

Can I trade with all NPCs? Every time you are involved in a dialogue, you should check if the trade button appears. It is not possible with all NPCs, but it is worth keeping your eyes open.

You can even try to buy items directly from quest givers if you do not want to complete the corresponding quest – or if you prefer trading over stealing.

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What items can I buy? It is not guaranteed that every NPC with a trading symbol has valuable items for sale. Some only carry small snacks, candles, or bones. At the same time, a mage might have a scroll with the spell “Fireball” and a potion of invisibility in their possession.

Both NPCs could offer you these items for sale – you just need to pay attention to the corresponding symbol.

It is even more pleasant when an NPC unexpectedly offers a powerful dagger or other high-quality items.

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Gronkh receives 7,000 subscriptions on Twitch in just a few minutes, destroys all functions with it

Sarah 14. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

During a reaction stream on Twitch, the popular content creator Gronkh triggered a rare golden hype train that plunged his stream into chaos. Over 7,000 subscriptions were gifted, all functions were overloaded, and Gronkh read names for 33 minutes.

Who is Gronkh? Erik “Gronkh” Range (46) is undoubtedly one of the most influential personalities in the German gaming and streaming scene. Known for his Let’s Play videos and entertaining streams, he regularly attracts numerous viewers.

As a veteran of the German content creator scene, he made his breakthrough with Minecraft Let’s Plays. Over a period of more than 3 years, 1,278 episodes were published, totaling over 21,000 gameplay minutes.

During a reaction stream that took place on August 13, 2023, his live show took an unexpected turn. A golden hype train was triggered, which is considered a special rewards feature on Twitch.

Here you can learn more about Gronkh:

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Gronkh, the man with the voice – Career and life of Germany’s most famous Let’s Player

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What is a golden hype train? The Twitch platform gives streamers the opportunity to trigger so-called hype trains. This happens when support events such as subscriptions or bits on a channel reach a previously set value. During a countdown, the community has the chance to show their support and rise in the hype train level.

A special variant, the “Golden Kappa” hype train, has only been available since 2023. This rare event has thus far been reserved for only a handful of German content creators. Recently, the streamer Reved managed to unlock this exclusive feature, which posed a significant challenge for her.

“I can’t believe this!”

How did Gronkh react to the rare reward feature? When the golden hype train started during Gronkh’s stream, the experienced streamer was initially overwhelmed.

After his chat explained to him that this only happens once a day for a Twitch streamer, Gronkh joked: “And that is me today? I can’t believe it! Guys, you know I keep rolling ones in Baldur’s Gate 3. This can’t be happening to me!” But soon, the fun turned into chaos as more and more subscriptions were gifted.

The event broke all boundaries on Gronkh’s channel. The technical functions were overloaded, the alerts got mixed up, the Twitch hype train couldn’t keep pace. Some users received incorrect displays of the train levels, while others got confused by the constant reloading of the page and saw outdated data.

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What happened next? According to Gronkh’s estimates, about 7,000 subscriptions came in during the golden hype train. His chat urged him, to read the names of the supporters, but that quickly became a mammoth task. In his overviews, not all names were displayed anymore due to the influx of too many subscriptions.

Gronkh commented on the situation with the words: “It’s all broken!” He desperately tried to capture all the names. A moderator sent him a list with 1,926 lines, which he humorously commented: “How am I supposed to read this? This will take longer than my stream!”.

Gronkh reached the peak when, at the end of his stream, he took 33 minutes to read the aforementioned 1,926 lines. Even his usual credits, in which he listed all supporters, took a full 14 minutes instead of the usual 8–10 minutes.

The golden hype train catapulted Gronkh’s stream into unpredictable chaos, set a personal subscription record, and left the Twitch community amazed. It remains to be seen what adventure the gaming legend will experience next.

What happened the last time his community surprised him like this can be read here: Twitch: Fans support Gronkh with €37,000 after the turmoil surrounding Hogwarts Legacy – ‘Should have more shitstorms’

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New series brings one of the greatest mangas to Netflix, main actor says: “I want your grandpa to know what One Piece is”

Marie Friske 14. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

Iñaki Godoy plays the main character Monkey D. Luffy in the new live adaptation of “One Piece”. In an interview, he talked about what he hopes for the Netflix series and how it feels to take on such a major role.

This month, the new live-action film adaptation of the popular manga series and anime One Piece will be released on Netflix.

In an interview, the lead actor Iñaki Godoy spoke with Gamesradar about the live-action series adaptation and how much pressure he felt portraying such a well-known and beloved character as Luffy.

Here you can see the official trailer for the One Piece series on Netflix:

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One Piece – German Trailer for the First Season of the Live-Action Series by Netflix

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“The whole world should know them”

The interviewer asks the lead actor how he would introduce the Netflix series to people. He feels that it is difficult to convince others about live-action adaptations of animes or mangas.

In response, Iñaki Godoy states that the series is made by people who are themselves great fans of the pirate adventure: “We love the manga, we love the anime.”

The only thing they want to achieve with the live adaptation is to honor the work of Eiichiro Oda and inspire even more people to enjoy the good story. “And the whole world should know them.”

Even though the actor is well aware of how popular One Piece already is, he believes that even more people should learn about it:

I mean, so many people already know One Piece. But I want your grandpa to know what One Piece is. I want your grandma – I want everyone to know what One Piece is. And the people who are already fans should be able to relive those iconic moments.

And there’s something very special about seeing your favorite characters as real people. That has a special magic.
Iñaki Godoy via Gamesradar

“It is a great responsibility to honor the work of a man for more than 20 years”

Then Iñaki Godoy is addressed about the great popularity of the manga and the anime and asked if he felt a lot of pressure playing the main character.

The actor fully agrees. He also explains why it is an important task for him to do justice to the role:

It is a great responsibility to honor the work of a man for more than 20 years, you know? He has been writing it since he was 17.

It’s not just about honoring Mr. Oda, but also honoring the anime. Mayumi Tanaka has been playing this character for so long. There are so many people who grew up with Luffy, the Straw Hats, and the world of One Piece. You want to respect and honor that.
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However, the actor playing Luffy also adds that he learned one important thing from One Piece. Even when you have to fulfill a difficult task, you have to find a way to still have fun. And there was plenty of that on set, just like “a lot of love.”

Overall, Iñaki Godoy looks back positively on the shoot and says:

“And like any adventure, it was exciting. I was so thrilled to be part of something so big and incredible, and it is an exciting adventure.”

If you want to know which episodes of the anime will be newly filmed for the 1st season of the Netflix series, check here with our colleagues at Moviepilot.

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The first MMORPG ever wants to reinvent itself after 26 years, testing servers with new rules

Alexander Leitsch 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

Ultima Online was released in 1997 and was the first game to call itself a “Massively Multiplayer Online Roleplaying Game”. Even in 2023, there are still many fans who play the MMORPG. However, it now wants to attract new players and win back some returnees with the Legacy servers.

What are these servers? Ultima Online: New Legacy was first introduced in 2020. At that time, the developers explained that they would like to capture the nostalgia of the past without having to face the harsh entry barriers currently present in Ultima Online.

The Legacy servers are supposed to be a mix of Classic servers and a rework, and at the same time represent the ideal moment to enter the MMORPG:

The original map of the game will be used.
The skill system is to be completely revamped.
The stats system is to become significantly simpler.
Some mechanics are to be modernized to attract new and younger players.
At the end of each season, a cataclysmic event is to take place.

However, the fundamental game feel will not change. The graphics and the isometric perspective will be retained, and the gameplay loop will remain identical, such as with open PvP or the limited housing.

What is new now? In a newsletter, the developers have now revealed that they will soon start the next test phase for New Legacy. Some had already forgotten that this server was still coming. Since the announcement three years ago, things have been rather quiet.

However, this test will only take place for selected players and will be under an NDA. Here you can watch the announcement video for the new server:

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When will the new server be released? So far, there has been no statement on this. The new server is being developed by Broadsword Games, who have now also taken over the support of SWTOR. They want to take their time to create the new server in such a way that it is well received by players.

Ultima Online was not the first MMORPG, but called itself so first

Was Ultima Online the first MMORPG? Yes and no. The beginnings of the genre already lie in text-based dungeon games, also known as MUD. There are also games that we would call MMORPG by today’s standards, existing for a while longer, including titles like Meridian 59.

However, the term MMORPG was coined by Ultima developer Richard “Lord British” Garriott. He was also involved in several other titles, including Tabula Rasa. There is an interesting development story, which Garriott himself has shared in an interview:

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What do you think about the new server of Ultima Online? Would that be a reason for you to start playing again or for the first time? Or would you have to forego too many comfort features from other MMORPGs?

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Starfield without bugs? What older titles from Bethesda can tell us about the sci-fi shooter

Christos Tsogos 14. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

Starfield will be a gigantic sci-fi game, where you will have the opportunity to explore the depths of space. As this upcoming title by Bethesda seems complex and already screams miles away for bugs, we have looked at older titles from the developers and listed them to show you what to expect at release and how carefully Bethesda works.

What is Bethesda known for? The developers behind Starfield are known for two things:

Their strong and immersive games
Their quirky bugs in these games

Whether it’s about Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, or Rage. Almost every game from Bethesda comes to release with a lot of bugs that are either funny or annoying.

For this reason, we have looked closely at older games from Bethesda and will show you the condition in which these games were released on the market.

Now let’s move on to a well-known game from Bethesda that many Dragonborn among you should know.

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Starfield – Official Gameplay Trailer

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Skyrim – Broken Carriages, Giant Chickens, and Dancing Dragons

How broken is Skyrim? The emphasis here is on “is”, because although Skyrim has been around for many years and has survived more than one release, this title is full of bugs.

The most well-known bug is that of your carriage, which should take you to Helgen at the start of your journey. Your execution awaits, but your carriage starts breakdancing and playing wildly. As absurd as that may sound, this was actually a bug:

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But that’s not all: Whether you dealt with naked couriers, giant chickens, or wildly dancing dragons (via youtube.com), Skyrim is on a mountain of bugs, but that’s not so bad. Most of these bugs are just funny to watch and provide curious moments.

Fallout 4 – Flying Bodies, Rolling Cars, and Frozen Birds

How broken is Fallout 4? Fallout 4 is also a prime example of how broken a game can be. Fallout 4 looks better and plays more enjoyable than its predecessor, but the bugs in this game are undeniable.

The wasteland is full of dangers, but no one mentioned flying corpses or randomly rolling cars. Even birds are so shocked that they suddenly freeze in place.

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If that weren’t enough, some walls do not exist even though they are visibly there. You can simply pass through them and disappear under the game world.

NPCs are also confused and simply lose the goal of their missions. They wander around the wasteland and end up in context-free places.

Finally, there are also enemies that lose their will in the middle of a fight, freeze to lure you into close combat. Then they awaken and attack you. Fallout 4 has many errors in the game, and our listing only scratched the surface of the iceberg.

Rage (2011) – Incomplete and Broken Physics

How broken is Rage from 2011? Rage set new standards in terms of bugs. A good example are your dead enemies, who liked to do wild dance moves when they managed to get between the ground. Wild movements followed across entire rooms, but that wasn’t all.

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Complete textures also disappeared, became blurry, or were replaced by unidentifiable images. A player even wondered whether it was a bug or modern art (via youtube.com), as his world looked completely questionable and he had never seen it like that before.

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Conclusion – What you should know: Those who have known Bethesda for a long time know that almost every game from their stable is full of wild bugs. But that doesn’t mean Starfield will be unplayable or full of bugs.

So far, there are no tests that can prove in what condition this sci-fi shooter will be at release. It is quite possible that the developers have tested the game thoroughly and were able to fix many problems.

Nevertheless, you should not set your expectations too high in terms of “condition” as Starfield is a very complex and above all huge game. It remains to be seen what Bethesda has actually created. Should you nevertheless encounter bugs at release, consider them more as a feature with entertainment value.

Do you remember other games that the studio has released in a broken state? Let us know in the comments!

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Baldur’s Gate 3: Druids find new OP strategy, transform into tons-heavy monsters, drop on enemies

Jasmin Beverungen 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The druid can transform into a variety of animal forms. The owl bear is a colossal creature that looks simultaneously majestic and adorable. With the aid of another spell, players have now discovered a tactic in Baldur’s Gate 3 to defeat enemies with just one blow.

How does the strategy work? The newly discovered tactic only works when your enemies are on a level below you. On an elevation, you transform into an owl bear with your druid and cast the “Enlarge” spell.

Subsequently, you jump as a massive owl bear from the elevation down onto the enemies. This way, you can flatten as many foes as possible in advance without having started the fight. This saves you some moves in battle.

What this looks like is shown by user Fishbleb in the Reddit forum:

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How much damage does this deal? A user on X (formerly Twitter) explains that with his owl bear, which weighs five tons, he has dealt 821 damage. Actually, the damage would have been even double that, as the enemy succeeded in a strength saving throw.

By comparison: the best weapon you can find at level 1 deals 2d6 slashing and 1d4 fire damage, so a maximum of 16 damage.

If the owl bear hasn’t been enlarged, the attack is likely in the 100 range (via reddit.com). The damage is said to scale with vertical distance. A user suspects that the damage increases by 1d6 every 10 feet.

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Since Baldur’s Gate 3 follows the D&D rules, weight likely also plays a role. The heavier the falling object, the higher the damage.

Druids can obtain the owl bear early in the game. From level 6 they can transform into the massive creature. There is even a cute owl bear cub that you can take as a companion if you rescue it.

The community is excited about the tactic

In the comments section, many players are excited about the possibilities the game offers. They didn’t know such a tactic was even possible and had instead struggled to diminish the ranks of enemies with other attacks.

We’ve picked some quotes reflecting the enthusiasm of the players:

Alaerei: ‘Okay, that was damn impressive, Lmao.’
No-Werewolf5615: ‘And I thought I had killed him quickly. So much for Astarion, the owl bear is the new surprise attack.’
Forgotten_Wings: ‘A certified D&D moment. I love this game.’

And just as the users in the comments section feel, so do other players in many areas of Baldur’s Gate 3. A German strategy expert explains what makes Baldur’s Gate 3 so special for him:

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WoW: Tank holds his group hostage, extorts gold to complete a dungeon

Alexander Leitsch 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

In World of Warcraft, a Paladin and a Death Knight extorted their dungeon group together. They demanded gold, otherwise, they would leave the group. A player shared the action on Reddit and it became the top thread with over 1,300 upvotes. Meanwhile, the Paladin was kicked out of his guild.

What exactly did the Paladin do? On August 13, a group set out together into the Keystone dungeon Brackenhide Hollow at +16 level. Before the final boss, the Retri Paladin demanded that the group pay him and the tank 50,000 gold, otherwise, they would not finish the run.

In a Keystone dungeon, players cannot be invited afterward, and a tank is absolutely necessary. Therefore, such an extortion attempt is promising. However, the group refused to pay. The Paladin and the Death Knight left the dungeon afterward.

However, the action did not end well for the Paladin. Although his name was censored on Reddit, it was shared on Twitter. Several users report that he was subsequently kicked out of his guild. The guild leader even reportedly celebrated this solemnly.

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Criticism of the Player, but also of Game Design

How did the action go down on Reddit? Logically, not well. Users demanded that the group report the players so that they are banned for extortion. Some researched and found the player’s profile on Raider.io, a tool to check progress in instances.

There, the tank and the Paladin have since made their profiles private or changed their names.

Others joke that the two players sacrifice 30 minutes of their life just to end up with gold worth 1.50 to 2 dollars. One could easily surpass that even with minimum wage, buy gold through the coins, and not risk one’s account for such nonsense.

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However, there is also criticism of Blizzard itself:

On the one hand, permanent bans should follow for such actions, which, however, do not happen or rarely occur.
On the other hand, it is simply poor game design that players cannot be invited to these dungeons afterward. This system invites bad players to exploit it.

What do you think would be the appropriate punishment for such behavior?

By the way, the next patch in WoW is scheduled for release in September. You can find out what it brings here: WoW: Fyrakk’s Wrath is coming soon – Patch 10.1.7 is already coming in September.

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Players celebrate a dungeon in Diablo 4 because there are finally enough monsters in it: „This is now your benchmark, Blizzard“

Benedict Grothaus 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The low opponent density has long been a problem for fans of Diablo 4: too few enemies, too sprawling dungeons. Blizzard has made several adjustments here and apparently found a good point now, at least in some of the dungeons.

What kind of dungeon is this?

The Tunnels of Domhainne are a dungeon in Scosglen where you mainly encounter goatmen.
Since Season 1, the tunnels are one of the nightmare dungeons, thus part of the endgame content.
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What has been improved in the dungeons: In a thread on Reddit, a player praises the opponent density in the dungeons after a multi-week break and receives a lot of support. In fact, this problem has significantly improved since the release of Diablo 4.

Blizzard completely changed the nightmare dungeons some time ago and reduced the difficulty, for example. In summary: The difficulty is now about 30 levels easier. Additionally, the number of opponents in the dungeons has been increased several times – at least in nightmare dungeons.

At the same time, the amount of experience gained there has been increased. Leveling up in this endgame content is now significantly faster and more pleasant, without annoying players at lower levels with impossible dungeons.

Season 1 also had to deal with criticism:

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“Even if they’re not optimal, they’re fun”

Players praise that the design of these dungeons is simply fun. Even if, as a hardcore min-maxer, one might not be able to get the most XP per hour here: the dungeons are enjoyable. The thread creator himself says:

Dude, activating a connection shrine and just jumping through the WHOLE dungeon from pack to pack is new. Normally I get one [shrine], float through empty space for 30 seconds, and then kill a pack before [the buff] disappears.

Other players agree, and they have even nicknamed the dungeon “Dopamine Tunnel”. The design of the mentioned dungeons is simply successful as it is now: little backtracking, many opponents, constant action.

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Blizzard had to face a lot of criticism shortly after the release due to features that are actually characteristic of an action RPG. The loot was boring, and there was a lack of enemies to kill in the dungeons.

The dissatisfaction of the players went so far that one even took the trouble to statistically evaluate the dungeons – only to conclude that actually more running was done than fighting:

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Baldur’s Gate 3: These are all quests that fail if you take too long

Benedict Grothaus 14. August 2023 Reading time 4 minutes

Baldur’s Gate 3 offers a ton of quests, but some of them can fail if you dawdle. Players have compiled a list of which quests those are.

How can quests fail?

Baldur’s Gate 3 allows you to rest. However, a long rest ends the day, which can cause quests to fail.
However, there are certain triggers. For instance, you can take as much time as you want to explore each of the 3 acts. Only when a certain point is reached does the time run out.
On Reddit, a player has gathered information from dozens of others and listed the quests that can fail if you dawdle too much.

These quests can fail: We have translated the list from Neville_Lynwood for you here and added information in some places. However, it’s not possible to keep the list completely spoiler-free. Those who want to explore the game entirely for themselves should skip the spoiler boxes here. There is more information below.

A general note: not only a rest can advance the time. For some quests, it may even be enough if you visit the camp or leave the area too often. We have confirmed many of the quests already, but not all.

Act 1

True Soul Nere in the Underdark: Nere and the gnomes die if you rest for too long or leave the area as soon as you learn about the collapse.
Owlbear: In the quest where you can get the owlbear cub, the owlbear is killed by goblins if you do not solve the task yourself before a long rest.
Druid’s Ritual: If you do not stop Kagha or bring Halsin back, the grove will be sealed off after some time. The exact number of rests is still unclear.
Lae’zel and the Githyanki: If you do not free Lae’zel yourself, she will be gone after a long rest, and you will find her corpse later. The same happens if you visit the camp after the cutscene at the mountain pass. You can resurrect the corpse.
Halsin: Halsin will free himself if you start the attack on the grove or kill all 3 leaders before talking to him.
Waukeen’s Rest: All people in the inn burn if you do not free them immediately upon entering the area.
Examine the Beach: If you rest after starting the quest or finish the grove quest, the harpies will kill the young tiefling if you do not free him first.
Arabella: The tiefling girl will be killed by Kagha if you do not save her. The exact timer is not yet known.
Caravan Raid: The guards are dead if you rest for too long after discovering the gnoll attack.
Tiefling Bard: If you want to learn the songs from the bard, you must do so before the goblin attack.
Gnome at the Windmill in the Destroyed Village: The gnome disappears if you find him and rest for too long.
Tiefling at the Telescope (no quest): A cave troll kills the tiefling woman if you do not save her. The troll moves as soon as you discover it.

Act 2

Inn of the Last Light: All NPCs there are dead or taken over if you take a long rest after the quest with the Night Song. This also includes Jaheria, one of the possible companions.
Prisoners in the Towers: The gnomes (and possible other prisoners) will be killed if you do not rescue them. The exact timer is unknown.

Act 3

Headlines in the Newspaper: If you take a long rest after starting the quest, the press will report poorly about you.
Kidnapping: Orin kills the refugee girl and your companion if you take too much time. If you complete the Tribunal quest, the timer should disappear.
Execution of the Prisoners: Florric will be executed after 5 days.
Gortash’s Coronation: If you kill Orin first, everyone except Gortash and his guards will die after a while. Exact number of days unknown.

If you know any more quests or can provide some of the numbers here, feel free to leave us a comment. We will try to keep the list as up to date as possible.

A short rest helps you heal without wasting time:

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Resting and Healing as a Story Feature

If you want to prevent too much time from passing in the game, you should take a short rest more often. However, keep in mind that you can only do this 2 times a day. So plan your rests well.

Alternatively, you can heal with spells, potions, and even certain foods. Raspberries, for example, can be consumed for health points.

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Also, it is helpful to rotate the characters. Leave injured companions at the camp and take those who are still fresh with you. Depending on the group, you may need shorter rests: Fighters and Warlocks, for example, are back to full strength after each short rest, making them ideal beginner classes.

Lastly, many players say that such time-sensitive quests are part of the story. Even heroes cannot achieve everything in one day, and if someone dies because of this, it is tragic but part of their story. Deciding when to rest or when to push through injured is part of the role-playing experience.

Alternatively, you can simply ignore what happens to the people around you. But then you have to live with the consequences:

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I tested what may be the best gaming keyboard and it costs only 100 euros

Benedikt Schlotmann 14. August 2023 Reading time 6 minutes

With the Akko 3068 B-Plus, there is a small gaming keyboard with many premium features. But is the keyboard really as good as it looks on paper? MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann has tested the keyboard for you.

Which keyboard is it about? With the Akko 3068 B-Plus, the manufacturer Akko offers a small 65-% format keyboard. Therefore, it does not have a number pad or function keys (F-keys). The keyboard can be used wirelessly, offers swappable Hotswap switches, and PBT keycaps.

But is all this enough for a recommendation? I have tested the keyboard extensively and will tell you whether purchasing the Akko 3068 B-Plus could be worthwhile for you.

Buy Akko 3068 B-Plus Gaming Keyboard for 99.90 Euros at Caseking

Who tested it?

I am the Tech Editor at MeinMMO and have a passion for peripherals, testing mice, keyboards, and gaming headsets. I have been testing hardware for our readers at MeinMMO since 2019. Especially gaming mice are among my absolute favorites. In addition to the PS5, I also play on my Steam Deck.

Caseking provided me with the Akko 3068 B-Plus for testing.

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Features and technical details:

Design/Interface	wireless (Bluetooth, wireless) and wired
Key type	mechanical switches (Jelly Purple)
programmable keys	Yes
Lighting	Yes
Compatibility	PC (with software)
Package contents	keyboard, switch and keycap mounting tool, extra PBT keycaps in yellow, manual
Special features	65-% design with arrow keys
Price (RRP)	99.99 Euros
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Package contents, design and construction

What does the package include? In the box, besides the keyboard, you will also find some other keycaps. For example, an extra spacebar, yellow escape and arrow keys, and different sized enter keys.

The additional enter keys are actually not very helpful, as they do not fit a keyboard with a German ISO layout. A wrist rest is not included in the package.

How is the keyboard constructed? The keyboard comes in a 65-% design. The keyboard ends to the right of the arrow keys and does not provide a function key row (F keys). The USB-C cable can be detached from the back, and the model can be used wirelessly via Bluetooth or a wireless adapter.

Not only can you change the keycaps, but you can also swap the switches. Because Akko uses so-called Hotswap switches.

What does the keyboard look like? The keyboard comes in a simple black, the keycaps vary between black and dark gray. The switches are completely covered by the keycaps. With the included keycaps, you can give the keyboard a yellow touch. This actually looks pretty good.

The supplied keycaps are not transparent. The keyboard lights up in colorful and beautiful colors, but in the dark, you can only see the silhouette of the keycaps, not the lettering. However, you can generally replace the keycaps with transparent keycaps at any time.

Manufacturers like HyperX, SteelSeries, or Corsair now offer all PBT keycaps in German ISO-DE format.

Build quality

The keyboard uses a pure plastic body without metal. In a price category under 100 Euros, I do not expect an aluminum coating or metal reinforcement.

It is positive to note that I can almost fully disassemble the keyboard: The cable, the keycaps, and the switches are all detachable and replaceable. In case of a defect, I can therefore quickly replace certain parts myself. Moreover, Akko uses PBT material for the keycaps. This feels much more valuable in everyday use than ABS keycaps. Additionally, PBT keycaps do not look worn out after just three days, as if I had been using the keyboard for months.

Software

The Akko 3068 B-Plus uses the “Akko Cloud Driver” software. The performance of the software is mediocre and quite slow. However, this is usually not a major problem in everyday life, as the keyboard also works without software.

I find it annoying that there is no battery level indicator in the software. Otherwise, the software is clear and fully in German.

Macros can be set up easily, and drivers for the keyboard can be updated without problems. However, with a RAM load of 250 MB, the software is not exactly slim either.

On the next page, you can read all about the ergonomics and the keys of the keyboard. In the conclusion, you can find out who I can recommend the keyboard to.

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New shooter on Steam looks like Doom Guy in Cyberpunk 2077, is well received right away

Nicole Wakulczyk 14. August 2023 Reading time 2 minutes

The new first-person shooter “Turbo Overkill” on Steam is reminiscent of DOOM in a cyberpunk world and is really well received by FPS fans. Warning: The brutal game is definitely not for the faint-hearted.

What kind of game is this? Turbo Overkill was released on August 11 and was developed by Trigger Happy Interactive. The publisher is Apogee Entertainment. In the first-person shooter, you play as Johnny Turbo, a bloodthirsty machine, half human, half metal (via Steam).

Using the chainsaw that has been attached to Johnny Turbo’s shin, as well as the hidden mini-rockets in his robotic arm, players cut through enemies in Turbo Overkill.

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Chainsaw leg, grappling hook, and flying cars

In Turbo Overkill, you play as the murderous machine Johnny Turbo, who has returned to his hometown of Paradise and must discover that the population is possessed by Syn, a faulty AI and her army (via Steam).

Johnny Turbo takes on the goal of destroying Syn. To assist, players in Turbo Overkill utilize the handy chainsaw leg of the main character, the mini-rockets in his robotic arm, and other brutal weapons.

With mechanics like wall-running and dashing, you build up enormous speed. And with the grappling hook, you can swing around like Spider-Man. Alternatively, you can also simply use the hoods of flying cars for movement.

The game also features collectible items that enable certain weapon mods – including triple monster speed and insta-kill. Killing bosses is particularly worthwhile, as this grants you special abilities and upgrades.

96% positive reviews on Steam

This is how Turbo Overkill is received on Steam: Since its release on August 11, the first-person shooter has recorded over 2,000 ratings – of which 96% are positive. Players are reminded of DOOM. Additionally, the cyberpunk style of the game is praised.

Here are a few opinions from users on Steam:

Eric Cartman: “The world didn’t know it needed a low-poly cyberpunk game that functions like Doom Eternal with wall-running until it got one. This game is incredible, just like the developer. He has always kept the community updated on his Discord server and has always taken feedback. Turbo Overkill deserves all the love and attention.”
Null: “Fast, chaotic, bloody, and a love letter to the cyberpunk genre. If you have even the slightest interest in shooters, you must try this game!!”
postaled: “As a self-proclaimed ‘FPS veteran,’ all I can say is… holy sh…!”
Keldohead: “Brilliant old-school shooter with one of the most precise controls since Doom Eternal.”
Fritzbube: “If Doom and Blade Runner had a baby on steroids. Anyone who loves 90s-style games MUST play this!”
Nico: “A game that can impress with a combination of Doom x64 and Ghostrunner, as well as just a great soundtrack/sound design. I love everything about this game.”

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5 series if you need a break from Baldur’s Gate

Niko Hernes 13. August 2023 Reading time 3 minutes

Baldur’s Gate 3 is all the rage, and countless players are soaking up the world and atmosphere of the game. If you’re also keen on a similar atmosphere outside of the game, we have a list of series and movies for you.

This list consists of series that are not necessarily classic fantasy but at least offer a similar atmosphere around companions and adventures. We present you a mix of anime, animation, and live-action.

This is not a ranking, but a list of recommendations. If you have any movie or series recommendations that more or less fit Baldur’s Gate, feel free to share them with us in the comments.

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What kind of series is this? The world of Vox Machina is based on Dungeons and Dragons and an existing role-playing campaign called Critical Role, which you can find on YouTube. The animated series follows a group of different heroes.

These heroes are known classes that you would also find in a DnD campaign. The dynamic of the group is in focus and is the highlight of the story. Despite its appearance, the series is not for children and tells an adult story with partially explicit depictions of combat and violence.

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What kind of series is this? The series belongs to the popular isekai genre. Our protagonist ends up in the game in which he was incredibly skilled. The popular MMO was supposed to be shut down, but Momonga simply doesn’t log out and finds himself in a world where he is the seemingly invincible Ainz Ooal Gown.

However, since his character is already incredibly strong, he neither has to level up nor train. His party full of NPCs develops their own personalities, and Momonga is confronted with a world he knows very well. Animated by the good studio Madhouse, the series also looks really good, making every battle exciting despite the main character’s overwhelming strength.

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Baldur’s Gate 3: I really wanted to be wicked, but the game fully rubs it in me

Benedict Grothaus 13. August 2023 Reading time 5 minutes

Baldur’s Gate 3 offers many ways to approach the game. Whether good or evil, stealthy or straightforward: everyone has their own path. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus is currently trying a sneakily evil run and has to swallow hard quite often…

For well over 10 years, I have been playing pen & paper and for a few years almost exclusively evil characters. It simply fits better in a dirty, unfair world when you give in to the lack of laws and control.

A quick stab in the throat usually ends a quarrel faster and more pleasantly than a night in jail. At least for me. Accordingly, I told myself during my first playthrough of Baldur’s Gate 3 that I want to see the insane murderer, the “Dark Urge.”

Apart from a few pretty nasty scenes, which have a certain grotesque humor, I rarely encountered the “obligation” to be evil. It really got bad when I consciously let myself be tempted to commit dark deeds.

The game does not tire of reminding me that I am behaving morally absolutely unjustifiably. And to an extent that shows: Larian wants you to really be aware of how evil you are. The choice is not simply a conversation option; it is a commitment.

SPOILER WARNING! I will touch on events in Act 1 and Act 2 as well as the personal development of the Dark Urge and Shadowheart. If you don’t want to know anything about that, you should not continue reading. Instead, you can find out here how I am currently playing my rogue. And a bit of bear sex as a buffer:

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Every misdeed is held against me – and harshly

The Dark Urge made me kick a squirrel so hard against a tree that it leaves a bloody mush and Gale ends up losing his hand. That cost me permanently a companion that I can no longer get.

Both are still situations in which I had to laugh despite the macabre circumstances. Brutal, but somehow also funny. But then I stood before an important decision: do I save the refugees in the Emerald Grove, or do I betray them and slaughter them all?

My plan was to recruit the Drow Minthara as a companion. Nevertheless, I did everything I could to save the refugees, with the result that it simply was not possible. I had to kill them all. Not even “non-lethal attacks” helped.

A difficult decision, especially since at the end of the slaughter a cave full of civilians awaits, who only flee and do not defend themselves. They also have to die to complete the quest. I know two of them: a loving couple that wanted to build a new life together.

At one point, I had to pause the game for a moment and take a breath. A gang of children is hiding underground. Thieves, whose guild I even sponsored. Here too, no one survived: the goblins killed them all. Even the nice bard was involved, whom I had fallen a bit in love with – apparently as a last line of defense against the killers.

Curiosity drove me to loot. The children all had toys with them. Just that caused a queasy feeling. It really got ugly when I found a letter from one of the children. I had saved the little guy just before from harpies. To him, I was a “lucky adventurer,” he wanted to be like me. I was his idol – and then his executioner.

“Hey, do you remember the child you killed?”

That alone was hard stuff. Really, really hard stuff. But Baldur’s Gate 3 is merciless. I have come to terms with my decision: it is an evil walkthrough, so I am evil.

Shortly thereafter, I found myself in the Underdark and near the River Styx, which transports the souls of the dead through various realms. Here I find a bottle message from a tiefling boy. His name happened to stick in my mind: he was also a victim at the slaughter fest.

The letter is addressed to his father. The boy hopes to reunite with him in Baldur’s Gate as soon as he arrives there, speaks of his wishes and dreams when he gets to the big city. Apparently, he tells all of this to his dead father.

None of these dreams will ever come true, I have taken them from him. Not directly with my blade, but still, I was the one who opened the gate for the goblins.

Maybe it’s better this way, Cortyn:

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