Twitch: Viewers Pay for a Streamer to Act Like an NPC – New TikTok Trend is “Disturbing”

Lydia Lydia Reading time 2 minutes

The Twitch streamer Emily “ExtraEmily” Zhang (28) is trying her hand at the latest TikTok trend in which content creators behave like NPCs and cash in significantly.

What is this trend? A new trend is currently making the rounds on TikTok, where female streamers behave like NPCs. Through the platform’s live feature, viewers can send them various gifts, which they can then cash out for real money from TikTok.

Each gift corresponds to a specific action. The TikToker “pinkydoll” went viral when she made popcorn with a straightener and repeatedly exclaimed phrases like “ice cream so good” or licked the screen.

The constant tone and repetitive movements remind one of NPCs, like those found in many games. Female streamers can earn up to $4,000 with such a stream (via Dexerto).

The streamer Matthew “Mizkif” Riaudo is known for hopping on every trend. However, instead of trying out the new trend himself, he decided this time to have his colleague Emily “ExtraEmily” Zhang do it. She is known for being up for any fun:

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“Can I stop?”

How did it go for the streamer? In her first attempt, the 25-year-old holds up bravely, although she struggles visibly to keep up with the flood of gifts and to remain somewhat serious.

However, already after 3 minutes, she breaks character and exclaims, “Can we stop? Is that enough content?” After about 10 minutes, ExtraEmily throws in the towel and ends the stream.

She then has a discussion with Mizkif, who set her up for this and watched the spectacle live.

We have embedded a glimpse of the stream here:

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How much did she earn? In front of Mizkif, ExtraEmily summarizes her first NPC stream: She had 2,100 viewers and received 50,000 likes. She also received 14,500 diamonds.

One TikTok diamond is worth 5 cents. However, half of it goes to TikTok. For her 14,500 diamonds, the streamer can cash out about $360 – not bad for 10 minutes of work.

How are the reactions? On Reddit, where the action was discussed in the streaming community r/LivestreamFail, the reactions are mixed.

  • 2LJ3 is unimpressed: “The only NPCs are the people donating there.”
  • Raa1n cannot believe it: “This shit is really disturbing.”
  • For Jaskaran158, the case is clear: “TikTok was a mistake.”
  • csprm977 thinks: “She is made for this trend.”
  • goatnxtinline sees it similarly: “It’s shocking how much she is made for this trend.”

Even though some users praise how well the streamer fits the trend, it seems there will be no further NPC stream from ExtraEmily. When Mizkif asked her if it was worth it, the streamer replied curtly: “No.”

The live feature on TikTok has been criticized for some time, especially the so-called “battles.” Critics mockingly call the feature a “begging” feature, as it drains money from viewers’ pockets. German streamer MontanaBlack once earned over 4,000 euros with it:

Twitch: MontanaBlack tackles the toughest TikTok trend, makes real money from it – says he knows nothing about it

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For the role in a superhero movie, a big Hollywood star wanted only a cup of coffee as payment

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 2 minutes

Brad Pitt has a small cameo in the superhero movie Deadpool 2. Instead of a salary, the actor only wanted a cup of coffee as payment.

The Deadpool films are known for not taking themselves too seriously and for providing numerous humorous moments. This includes the mini-appearance of the character Vanisher, played by Hollywood actor Brad Pitt.

In July 2018, main actor Ryan Reynolds and several cast members spoke to ET Online about the film and Vanisher’s special cameo.

Here you can see a trailer for Deadpool 2:

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English trailer for Deadpool 2 with Ryan Reynolds

Vanisher says nothing and is invisible

Brad Pitt plays Vanisher in Deadpool 2 as a member of the X-Force. His superhero power is to turn invisible.

Because the character is also a quiet type, his screen time is correspondingly short. As a viewer, you see and hear nothing from the Vanisher, with one exception.

In a brief death moment from an electric shock, the character becomes visible. Many must have been surprised when suddenly Hollywood star Brad Pitt appears for a moment.

As main actor Ryan Reynolds explained in an interview, that was one of the pitches to the studio that actually made it into the final version.

As payment, Brad Pitt asked for no money, as the main actor explained:

I was told he only wanted a cup of coffee, and I asked: ‘Like a franchise or just a single cup of coffee?’

And I was told just a single cup of coffee, which was really his way of saying: ‘I will do it for free.’

And that was totally solid and the nicest thing anyone could do.

Ryan Reynolds via etonline.com

Reynolds further explained why he was so excited about Brad Pitt’s agreement: ‘I just loved it because what could be more irresponsible than giving one of the biggest movie stars in the world a role that is completely wordless and invisible except for three moments?’ The actor added, ‘Yeah, that’s kind of great.’

Brad Pitt was originally supposed to take on the role of the antagonist Cable, which ultimately went to Josh Brolin. You can read more about that here from our colleagues at Filmstarts.

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Probably a friendship was the reason for the Hollywood actor’s generosity. In an interview with BBC Radio 1, Brad Pitt explained that he and the director of Deadpool 2, David Leitch, are old friends. Leitch had been Pitt’s stunt double in Fight Club until 2004.

Laughing, Brad Pitt commented on his role as Vanisher: ‘That’s the easiest thing I’ve ever done.’
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Remnant 2: Release, Classes, Gameplay, Crossplay and Preload Overview

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Remnant 2 is the sequel to the titular title from 2019. Gunfire Games did not hold back and brings you its latest installment this month. What you should know about the release, the classes, possible crossplay, and the preload is summarized here in our overview.

What is Remnant 2? The new title is the continuation of Remnant: From the Ashes. One might think it is a Dark Souls with guns, classes, and otherworldly beings. You are one of the last survivors on Earth and must now, alone or in co-op, stop the evil from destroying your reality.

You have the choice between different classes, allowing you to take on versatile roles in combat to support your teammates or eliminate enemies. Additionally, the game offers quests, crafting, and upcoming expansions that will ensure you have plenty to do in the game.

Now we will show you more details about the release, the platforms, and the pre-order.

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When does Remnant 2 come out? Release date, platforms, and pre-order

When is the launch time for Remnant 2? The game releases on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

For which consoles and platforms does Remnant 2 come out? The game will be available for Xbox Series X and S, PS5, and on PC via Steam.

Can I play before the release? Yes, but only if you pre-order the Ultimate Edition of Remnant 2. Then you will have access to the game 3 days before the official release.

When does the preload start? According to thegamecrater.com, pre-order customers of the Ultimate Edition will receive the preload on July 19. Pre-order customers of the cheaper editions will also receive a preload, but this will occur 2 days before the actual release.

How much does Remnant 2 cost? Remnant 2 is available in three editions with the following bonuses:

  • Remnant 2 – Standard Edition for €49.99
    • Includes the game Remnant 2
    • Pre-order bonus – Gunslinger
  • Remnant 2 – Deluxe Edition for €59.99
    • Includes the game Remnant 2
    • Pre-order bonus – Gunslinger
    • Set of the Void Armor
    • Elder Armor Set
    • Shiny Armor Set
  • Remnant 2 – Ultimate Edition for €69.99
    • Includes the game Remnant 2
    • Pre-order bonus – Gunslinger
    • 3 DLC packs
    • Set of the Void Armor
    • Elder Armor Set
    • Shiny Armor Set
    • 3 days early access
    • Includes the Survival Pack

Will there be crossplay? So far, the developers have not disclosed any information on whether crossplay will be a feature at launch. So, for now, do not expect this feature. Perhaps crossplay will be a topic in future updates.

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Remnant 2 – Coop Gameplay Trailer

Remnant 2: All 5 classes overview – What they can do

  • The Helper
    • The Helper has a dog that stands by him in every fight. He distracts enemies, attacks them, or helps you up when you are down. Additionally, your companion can howl, granting you and your teammates passive buffs.
  • The Hunter
    • The Hunter is a class that focuses on precise gameplay. You can take down any enemy at long distances with your weapons. High damage and good reconnaissance are your motto, as you can mark nearby enemies for yourself and your teammates to see through walls and land critical hits.
  • The Doctor
    • The Doctor is the supporter in your team. He can heal players and possesses various supportive abilities to regenerate relics.
  • The Daredevil
    • The Daredevil is a fearsome class that throws itself into hordes of enemies without leaving anyone alive. Especially in close and mid-range combat, you are a deadly option capable of annihilating any monster. Should you be mortally wounded, you can return to the fight and show your enemies that you are not easily defeated.
  • The Gunslinger
    • The Gunslinger is the master of firearms. He has skills that drastically reduce his reload rate, allowing you to deal more damage with your weapons. Additionally, you are a pro when it comes to bullet efficiency.

Here we have embedded all the trailers for the individual classes of Remnant 2:

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System requirements for Remnant 2: How powerful does my PC need to be?

The current system requirements for Remnant 2 are as follows:

Remnant 2 Minimum Requirements:

  • Operating System: Win 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-7600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon RX 590
  • Storage: 80 GB

Remnant 2 Recommended Requirements:

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  • Graphics Card: GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700
  • Storage: 80 GB

What exactly this means and what class such a PC belongs to, you can find out here from our experts: Remnant 2 System requirements: How good does your PC need to be for the co-op game on Steam?

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Diablo 4: Finally, my minion build for the necro works, it only took 200 hours

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 3 minutes

Minion or pet builds for the necromancer in Diablo 4 are considered weak. MeinMMO editor Maik didn’t want to let that sit and spent dozens of hours working on a strong minion build in his notebook.

I was so excited before the release: I breezed through the campaign on world level 2 without any problems with my necromancer during the preview session and felt like I could tear apart everything with the minion build.

Wrong. After the release, I tried the Bone Spear build and first noticed how much more powerful this playstyle is. Not to mention all the reports about how bad minion builds are. That really bothered me.

I played the Bone Spear until about level 70, but took every free minute I had in the game to work on my minion build. I might have taken it a bit too far: At level 88, I now have over 250 hours clocked.

But I can recommend you a minion build for the necromancer that is fun, stops and weakens enemies, and where the minions actually play an important role. More strong builds can be found in our tier list:

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What kind of build is this? You will find the complete skill tree, all aspects, and gear values here:

Here you can find 5 minutes of dungeon gameplay from my fiancée and me. Together with a penetration-shoot hunter, co-op really kicks off:

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Diablo 4: Necro-Gameplay from the Minion Build – 5 Minutes of Melting Enemies

Basically, the build is similar to the strong “Infinimist” build. You fully rely on shadow damage over time and poison the battlefield with your corpse explosions.

Your minions act as both tanks and supporters. The minions distract enemies and keep them off your back. Additionally, they create corpses in parts of the battlefield that are not yet affected by the swelling miasma of corpse explosions.

Really annoying for your enemies in this build is the interaction between the active skill “Corpse Vines” and the central passive skill “Shadow Plague”. Because normally, damage over time effects don’t hit critically – with “Shadow Plague” that’s different, this effect can hit critically.

“Corpse Vines” make enemies vulnerable, pull them together at one point, and through the “Aspect of Grasping Veins” you boost your critical hits. The curse “Decay” also ensures that the cooldown of “Corpse Vines” is so low that you can use the skill repeatedly.

  • Rotation
    • A corpse for the start is necessary
    • Pull enemies together with “Corpse Vines” and make them “vulnerable”
    • Let the vine-corpse explode with “Corpse Explosion”
    • Cast curses “Decay” and “Iron Maiden”
    • Buff/heal skeletons with a corpse
    • Hold down the button for “Corpse Explosion”
    • Escape with “Blood Mist” when in danger
Pro
  • Lots of damage over time
  • Extreme control loss effects
  • Outstanding area damage
  • “Steel” and “Unstoppable” in the build
  • Debuffs for enemies
  • Essence doesn’t matter
  • Vulnerability and crit hits
Contra
  • Dependent on corpses
  • A bit complicated to play
  • No base and ultimate skills
  • Very agile enemies
  • Single target damage

So far, I have been able to complete nightmare dungeons that were 20 levels above my level. However, I still lack important gear pieces because I started collecting so late. Really annoying: I don’t even have the unique Mendeln’s Ring.

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Where are the issues? Solo, I have problems with dungeons that are very tight. The more space you have, the better the area damage can unfold. Also, “unstoppable” enemies can be annoying.

In co-op mode, you are rarely in danger because you can keep a comforting distance from the fight.

I also think that I can rely less on cooldown reduction since the curse “Decay” already significantly reduces cooldowns.

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A player had to run his gaming PC with a car in order to participate in a tournament with a lot of money

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A gamer wanted to participate in a high-stakes tournament, but a power outage nearly ruined his chances of participating. In order to still join, he then came up with a particularly clever idea and he used his car in front of his own house.

The “Rocket League” professional Oliver “Olympic” Gaenssler from South Africa wanted to compete in an event where $20,000 was at stake. However, in South Africa, there are regular power outages, some of which are even planned by the state to save electricity.

Nevertheless, the professional wanted to participate in the tournament and then used his car to be able to play.

The own car in front of the house becomes a generator

In order to still participate in the tournament, Olympic decided to run his PC and the internet using his car battery. In his tweet on Twitter, you can see how he set everything up.

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Although this is a pretty crazy solution that works to continue playing during a power outage, the e-sports player might want to consider buying a small backup generator in the future.

This would at least save him the trouble of having to connect his car to his home network every time. As can be seen in the pictures, a whole lot of cables are needed for this.

The reactions are definitely very positive. Many appreciate the crazy idea of the e-sports player and wish him good luck in his tournament.

Power and cold from outside for the gaming PC

Other gamers also come up with strange ideas and try to incorporate the environment into gaming.

For example, one gamer struggled with high temperatures in his PC and came up with the particularly ingenious idea to simply place his PC on the balcony in the icy air. However, this “solution” is being heavily discussed:

A user’s gaming PC is too hot, he simply lets the system cool down with icy outside air – How dangerous is the ‘cool’ idea?

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Jagged Alliance 3: How to find and recruit Flay as a free mercenary

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

The free mercenary Flay is a great help for your team. We show you how to unlock him in Jagged Alliance 3.

Who is Flay? Flay is a sociopathic hunter looking for a new challenge. After a disappointing collaboration with poachers, he decided to go on a human hunt and take down his former hunting companions.

In Jagged Alliance 3, there are many mercenaries you can recruit during the game. A large part of them can be unlocked in the normal way and simply ordered through the browser at the mercenary agency. They cost good money for every day they work for you. For some free mercenaries, you need to complete hidden tasks. We explain how to do that with Larry in Jagged Alliance 3 here.

Flay is a good shot who joins you without any weekly costs. He is fine with whoever he can hunt down, the prey still missing for the hunter: humans. We show you in the overview how to recruit him as a merc.

Unlocking Flay

This is what you need to do: Before you can recruit Flay, you need to travel to the Poacher Camp at coordinates C5. Here, you must kill all enemies so that you can then talk to the leader Hyena Gilbert. He will talk to you about Flay and wants you to find and take him down.

Now you have the task of finding three corpses of poachers with antlers. Because they were taken down by Flay. You can find one easily at C6, east of the camp. The other two corpses can be found in the northwest at B4.

After you have interacted with all three corpses, Flay will appear. Now you can talk to him and need to pay close attention to what you click.

Important: You need a character in your team with at least 90 Wisdom. If you don’t have a mercenary with such a high value, you can hire the mechanic Barry. He is quite cheap and can easily reach the team from sector B2.

This is what you need to ask: Ask Flay if he wants to go hunting with you. Flay agrees to the proposal but wants to keep the trophies of his killed opponents. Do not ask him why he does not instead hunt the Legion.

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Now you have unlocked Flay for your team and can enjoy a merc who is great to use as a sniper. He handles distant foes wonderfully, which should be an asset for many teams.

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What do you think of the crazy story surrounding Flay? Will you bring the mercenary into your team or are you rather averse after his backstory?

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„I worked so hard for this“ – Husband deletes numerous rare monsters in Pokémon GO

Lydia Lydia Reading time 2 minutes

A player in Pokémon GO reaches out to the community on Reddit after their partner deleted numerous rare pocket monsters. The community responds with concern.

What did the husband do? In a now deleted post in the Pokémon GO subreddit, Reddit user Ninjavila reports that their partner deleted numerous rare pocket monsters during an argument. Among them were said to be a strong Letarking, a Mewtwo, and other treasures.

The player states they have been playing for years, and now everything they worked so hard for is gone. After reaching out to Niantic support in vain, they simply need to vent their frustration.

“A screenshot of the post before it was deleted (via Sportskeeda)

“Send him to the professor to turn him into candy”

How does the community react? The post received nearly 3,000 upvotes and over 1,000 comments. Many players are very attached to their Pokémon and can easily relate to Ninjavila’s frustration.

Some Reddit users respond humorously, suggesting to send the husband to the professor so he can be processed into candy or evaluate him based on Pokémon terms: he is like a Caterpie with mediocre IVs (via Reddit).

Others take the incident much more seriously and see the husband’s behavior as a warning sign. He deliberately destroyed something that was important to his partner. They advise Ninjavila to reconsider his relationship carefully.

  • SplendidCuppaTea: “That’s so cruel. I know it’s technically ‘just a game’, but it’s something that brings you joy and into which you’ve invested so much time. He knows how much it means to you and how hurt you would be, and yet he did it.”
  • AlexMair89: “Absolutely correct to say that this is abuse. It may feel trivial in some aspects, but it is the permanent removal of something valuable to you.”
  • fakeuser515357: “Moreover, he chose something intangible that might seem trivial to others because he knew it would hurt you and you would have a hard time explaining that pain or getting support.”
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Some Reddit users, however, note that we are only seeing one side of the story and cannot judge the relationship. Still, there are better ways to resolve a conflict than destroying your partner’s property.

Ninjavila has not commented further on the incident and seems to have not been active on Reddit since.

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Gaming can sometimes be difficult to reconcile with a relationship. If your partner doesn’t play, there may be a lack of understanding for the hobby. If you play together, it can be uncomfortable to continue playing your former favorite games alone after a breakup.

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Call of Duty 2023 announces skin revolution – The shooter series has probably never been this nice

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 2 minutes

Officially, we know very little about the new Call of Duty 2023. However, the responsible parties have now announced a change that sounds almost too good to be true.

What was the announcement? The official Twitter account of Call of Duty posted the following tweet yesterday:

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“Let’s get this out of the way… Should MW2 operators, weapons, and bundles be available in Call of Duty 2023?” There are only two possible answers:

  • Yes
  • Yes, when is the reveal?

With that, CoD has nearly casually announced a skin revolution. For the first time, you can transfer old skins from a premium CoD to the next Call of Duty. That was already possible in Warzone, where you could use skins from CoD MW 2019, Cold War, and Vanguard.

But for the annual premium CoD, that has been unthinkable until now—because it saves a lot of money if you already have a few matching skins lying around in your inventory. At first glance, a nice gesture – how this will be implemented in the game remains to be seen.

Currently, the Mid-Season 4 in CoD MW2 is ongoing. Here is the trailer for Season 4:

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What does this mean for Call of Duty 2023? On the one hand, you don’t start CoD with an empty inventory. Weapons, operators, and other cosmetics will already be waiting for you.

Moreover, the weapons of the current CoD MW2 must also be available in Call of Duty 2023. Otherwise, you could hardly use the skins for them.

There is also an increased chance that current leaks are correct. Accordingly, an internal alpha of CoD 2023 is currently running, and the first information from supposed insiders is coming to light. Here is a brief insight:

On MeinMMO, you will soon find a collection article with the most important information about Call of Duty 2023.

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If the leaks are to be believed, the reveal of CoD 2023 will proceed just like it did back in Cold War (2020) and Vanguard (2021). There might be an event in the current Warzone game that reveals the first trailer of CoD 2023.

As soon as there is more information about the new Call of Duty, you will find it here on MeinMMO.

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Remnant 2 System Requirements: How good does your PC have to be for the co-op game on Steam?

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

The co-op shooter Remnant 2 is on the starting blocks, and we now also know the system requirements. How fast does your PC need to be if you want to play Remnant 2 on Steam?

With Remnant 2, a new co-op game launches on July 25 on Steam. The official system requirements have now also been published.

A lot of information is included, but a crucial note for many players is still missing. MeinMMO presents the system requirements for Remnant 2 below.

Remnant 2: System requirements for PC

What should be considered? The system requirements for Remnant 2 can theoretically change slightly, as a few details are still missing.

Minimum requirements:

  • Operating System: Win 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-7600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon RX 590
  • Storage Space: 80 GB

Recommended requirements:

  • Operating System: Win 10
  • Processor: Intel i5-10600k / AMD R5 3600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics Card: GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700
  • Storage Space: 80 GB

What do the data mean? “Minimum requirements” means that you can play the game at all. Often this means gaming in 720p (HD) at 30 FPS with low settings. So you shouldn’t expect too much.

“Recommended requirements” means that you can usually play the game in high detail.

What information is missing? So far, the development team has only provided minimum and recommended requirements. Therefore, we still do not know what FPS we can ultimately play at in recommended settings. Gunfire Games has also not yet specified a resolution.

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Remnant 2 – Coop Gameplay Trailer

Most players should be able to play the game without any issues

What do the system requirements mean? With a GeForce GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 590, the minimum requirements are not very high. The GTX 1650 is still one of the most popular graphics cards and continues to rank first in the monthly Steam survey.

With the RTX 3060, which ranks second in the Steam charts, most players should also have little trouble playing the game. The RTX 3060 is (depending on benchmarks) about 5 to 10% ahead of the RTX 2060, which Gunfire Games lists as the recommended GPU.

More about Remnant: If you don’t know the predecessor yet, give Remnant from the Ashes a chance. It’s no wonder that MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus played the shooter late into the night:

Damn, I stayed up until 4 AM playing Remnant and almost missed work

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Diablo 4: Player has tested all 130 dungeons and tells you which are the best spots to farm XP

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

In Diablo 4 there are many ways to earn XP, including various dungeons and strongholds – but not all of them are equally suitable.

What has the player tested? The Reddit user “Drybear” has tested all 130 dungeons and strongholds in Diablo 4, determining which spot is best for farming XP.

To evaluate the individual dungeons, he compared “the speed, mob density, and the value of time per second spent in that encounter.”

Drybear has established a value for each dungeon and stronghold, indicating how well each facility is suited for targeted XP gathering, both for solo players and groups.

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If you instead want to know which nightmare dungeon is best for solo XP farming, you can read about it on MeinMMO:

Table shows which dungeon is best for XP farming

The result of which dungeon is best for XP farming has been documented by Drybear in a table on “Google Docs” (via docs.google.com)

The higher the respective value for solo players or groups, the better a dungeon is suited.

Which dungeon is the best? From Drybear’s table, it emerges that the dungeon “Sarat’s Lair” is said to be the best for XP farming, as it received 4 points for speed and the highest XP values for solo and group players.

Sarat’s Lair is located in the region “Scosglen” and features numerous spiders and vampires, as well as the namesake boss Sarat. The minimum level for the dungeon is 20.

Which stronghold is the best? According to Drybear’s table, the “Temple of Rot” is the best stronghold. It has the highest possible speed rating (5 out of 5) and solid scores for solo players and groups.

In the “Temple of Rot,” which is playable from level 35, you will encounter cannibals and flies.

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Is there a downside to the table? Drybear posted the table with the dungeons and strongholds on July 17 – thus he finished his dungeon evaluation at possibly the worst time, as the update for Season 1 of Diablo 4 is released on July 18.

It is quite possible that Blizzard will make changes to the dungeons and strongholds with the release of the update, rendering the values that Drybear has determined in his tests outdated. If that is the case, we will add this information to the article.

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Pokémon GO struggled with problems during the Squirtle day, announces compensation

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO some trainers were unable to participate in the Community Day Classic with Squirtle. Apparently, there is a compensation event for that.

On Sunday, July 09, 2023, the Community Day Classic with Squirtle took place. For many trainers, this was a cool event, as Squirtle itself is already a popular Pokémon.

In addition, there was also the opportunity to secure the coveted sunglasses Squirtle that day, possibly even as a shiny. If you didn’t play that day, the chance was gone. And when it will appear again is uncertain – after all, it was one of the Pokémon that had not been seen for a very long time.

However, not all trainers who wanted to participate could do so.

Compensation Event to Make Up for Login Issues

What was the problem? Some trainers experienced login issues during the event. Specifically, this involved trainers who used a Pokémon Trainer Club account for login. They could not play the game and thus could not participate in the Community Day Classic with Squirtle.

Their chance at sunglasses Squirtle was gone. Additionally, new showcases with Squirtle were also running during this time, which trainers may have missed as well.

What does Niantic say about it? Trainers quickly complained that they missed the event. Now there is a first response from Niantic on the subject: The support channel responded on Twitter to a complaint that the login did not work and that the event was thus missed.

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When asked if there would now be a compensation event, the support replied: Yes, trainers. Due to the recent login issues for players with Pokémon Trainer Club accounts during the Community Day Classic: Squirtle, there will be a makeup event. All information about it should be shared through our official channels (…)

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Details about when and in what form this event will take place are still unclear. Whether it will simply be repeated, or if there will be, for example, research around Squirtle or something similar, is still open. What is clear now, however, is that there will at least be some form of a compensation event.

We will keep you updated as soon as more is known.

Speaking of problems: The new showcases also did not run smoothly and did not appear for some trainers at all.

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Destiny 2: Players accuse Bungie of cheating them in the shop – And they actually have to react

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There’s chaos in Bungie’s official shop as players complain about products from the Destiny 2 range. The images in the shop don’t match the clothing that was delivered. In some images, players show how different the tops look.

What’s wrong with the delivered clothing? The tops not only have the wrong color but also a completely different pattern. The Trials sweater, inspired by the Trials of Osiris, is shown in the shop with an orange stripe on the side and a pattern on the sleeves. None of this is seen on the actual sweater.

The sweater scandal has been documented by user MacticsG1 on Twitter, who calls the delivery “criminal”:

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Another issue arises with the “Iron Banner” sweatshirt (via reddit.com). In Bungie’s product shop, the sweater is shown with a beige sleeve, a beige collar, red stripes on the sleeve, and a red flame above the wolf’s head.

Here too, the reality looks different: The sweater has black sleeves, a white stripe, and a white flame above the wolf’s head. The green tone also looks a bit different than in the shop.

In addition to the two sweaters, there was also an error with a sock set, where only three instead of the promised four pairs were delivered. (via reddit.com)

Currently, players are preparing for the expansion called “The Final Shape,” which is briefly teased in the following video:

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How is Bungie responding? Complaints have now reached Bungie, and the company has promptly reacted: The affected clothing will no longer be offered in the shop.

All affected customers should have already been contacted. Bungie is offering a full refund and discount codes for future orders as compensation.

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According to some users from the reddit forum, the clothing is supposedly not produced directly by Bungie but by a third company called Level Up Wear.

The images are actually supposed to represent the design that was intended for the clothing – but Level Up Wear apparently could not deliver the promised clothes. User SplashDmgEnthusiast also writes that he personally did not have good experiences with the provider:

Based on my personal experience, Level Up Wear is absolute trash. I once bought a hoodie from them, and it was the cheapest piece of trash I ever wore. I am not surprised at all that the final product is not what was advertised in the images.

writes SplashDmgEnthusiast via Reddit

Other users view the differently colored clothing with humor. User swaggyp29 writes, for example, that the affected individuals should actually know how shaders work. This refers to the ability to change the colors of their gear in Destiny 2, and these shaders do not always show what you expect.

In general, players feel that the quality has declined over time. They are satisfied with the clothing they purchased over five years ago. But now the clothing reportedly does not feel as good on the skin as it used to. Especially at prices of 80 USD, this is unacceptable.

Not every fan is willing to spend money outside of their favorite video game. The MeinMMO editorial team reveals what gaming merch they have already acquired: Mein-MMO asks: Do you also buy as much useless gaming merch as we do?

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A new survival game on Steam showcases the housing system I have dreamed of for 10 years

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

Enshrouded is a new co-op survival RPG set to be released in Early Access on Steam in 2023. You start almost naked and without items in a voxel world, where base building plays an important role. MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch has checked out the latest video and is impressed.

The co-op survival RPG Enshrouded showcased its gameplay for the first time in early June and made a solid impression. It is developed by Keen Games, a German studio. It resembles the indie hit Valheim in structure and content. The environment and graphics are nice, I really like the idea of a skill tree, but the selection of weapons with hammers, axes, and bows does not stand out much.

Also in June, our editor-in-chief Leya Jankowski got an in-depth look behind the scenes at the housing and was absolutely thrilled about it. She praised the freedom, the many individual parts when building, and the change of the terrain. However, there was still no video material available.

Now I could also see a trailer and I am also very impressed. It shows a deep and successful system, as I had dreamed of when MMORPG EverQuest Next was presented in 2013.

Here you can check out the housing:

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Enshrouded – Building & Terraforming  

Perfect for constructing huge structures

The trailer only needed 4 seconds to pique my curiosity. It shows the construction of a tower with a bridge in fast motion. I immediately like the many details, such as the overhanging roof gables or the ivy slowly growing up one side of the tower.

The cave at second 15 with the candle holders and fire bowls looks incredibly good. Overall, the trailer manages to create a coherent medieval atmosphere. This is paired with really strong graphics.

As the trailer progresses, the developers show how building works. Although each element has its own structure, it seamlessly adapts to the other components. While this might not be very realistic, it still looks great.

My absolute favorite structure can be seen at minute 2:27. Someone shaped a skull out of the surroundings and built a small house on top. Amazing!

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Lastly, a video about base building in EverQuest Next convinced me. It was similarly detailed and promised a completely customizable game world, but with much poorer graphics.

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Now I may have found a good alternative with Enshrouded. And how do you like the base building here?

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Someone bought a 16-year-old phone for more than 160,000 euros

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A person bought an old iPhone for over 160,000 euros. But why would someone spend so much money on an old device? The seller describes the device as the ‘Holy Grail“ among mobile phone collectors.

If any of you had 160,000 euros sitting in your bank account, you would probably buy a new car, pay off a loan for your house, or go on a very long vacation.

A user has now purchased an iPhone from 2007 for 190,000 US dollars (approximately 169,000 euros). But why would someone spend so much money on a 16-year-old model?

The iPhone model is very rare because it was discontinued after just 2 months

Originally, two different versions of the iPhone model were released:

  • A model with 4 GB of storage for 499 US dollars
  • A second model with 8 GB of storage for 599 US dollars.

However, especially high prices are paid today for the model with 4 GB. Many people bought the 8 GB model directly at release, and the smaller iPhone sold much worse.

Apple discontinued the production of the 4 GB version after just 2 months, and therefore these models are quite rare. It is not surprising that a sealed, like-new iPhone with 4 GB from 2007 is sold for a record sum of 190,000 US dollars.

Allegedly, the device sold here comes from the old Apple development team. The sales platform also describes the old Apple phone as the ‘Holy Grail’ among phone collectors.

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Collectors like to spend a lot of money on valuable pieces

Not only in the tech area do collectors spend a lot of money on phones, old consoles, or accessories. Pokémon cards are also sold for large amounts if they are still in original packaging or if they belong to a special series. For example, a card with a Fortnite skin was auctioned for a lot of money.

A special game card was created with the help of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a nonprofit organization that fulfills wishes for seriously ill children. However, the owner of the card now wants to sell it and could make a lot of money:

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EA Sports FC 24 Ratings: Our Prediction for the 10 Best Players in Ultimate Team

Thomas Dummer Thomas Dummer Reading time 5 minutes

After the release of the trailer for EA Sports FC 24. we have learned some interesting details about the new football simulation. The Canadian development company is still keeping its ratings under wraps. Therefore, we make a prediction about the ten best players in Ultimate Team. We will likely see a new number 1.

Let’s get started! With the first official trailer for the FIFA successor, the community also begins the big guessing game about the best players in the popular Ultimate Team mode.

Our predictions are based on the performances and successes of the past season. A hint for the best player in the FIFA successor has also been provided by the cover for the standard edition of FC 24.

The Top 10 Best Players in EA Sports FC 24 Ultimate Team

In the list, you will see the placement, the player, their rating (the upgrade compared to FIFA 23), as well as their expected club in EA Sports FC 24.

For our prediction, we created corresponding examples with the Card Creator from futbin . You can find the examples here as a screenshot (via futbin.com) embedded.

Let’s start with our tenth place.

Place 10: Ederson 90 (+1) – Manchester City

Prediction Ederson FC24
Prediction Ederson FC24 (via futbin.com)

The Brazilian goalkeeper played his part last season in making Manchester City’s defense so strong. His brilliant save in the Champions League final, when he scraped a header from close range off the line, will be unforgettable.

Place 9: Marc-André ter Stegen 90 (+2) – FC Barcelona

Prediction ter Stegen FC24
Prediction ter Stegen FC24 (via futbin.com)

The FC Barcelona goalkeeper had one of his best seasons. With some spectacular saves, he contributed to the Catalans having one of the best defenses in Europe. He is also considered one of the most skillful goalkeepers in the world.

Place 8: Thibaut Courtois 90 (+0) – Real Madrid

Prediction Courtois FC24
Prediction Courtois FC24 (via futbin.com)

The Belgian has been playing at a top level for several years. In a rather weaker season for Real Madrid, you could always rely on Courtois. The two-meter giant saved his defense, which did not always look solid, from losing points through strong reflexes.

Place 7: Harry Kane 90 (+1) – ???

Prediction Kane FC24
Prediction Kane FC24 (via futbin.com)

Harry Kane still plays for Tottenham Hotspur. After a completely unsatisfactory season and missing out on international business, much suggests a departure for Harry Kane, who excelled in a weak team. The Englishman had a strong personal season, scoring 30 goals and providing three additional assists.

Place 6: Lionel Messi 91 (+0) – Inter Miami

Prediction Messi FC24
Prediction Messi FC24 (via futbin.com)

La Pulga is ending his career in the US at Inter Miami. His time at Paris Saint-Germain can be regarded as a misunderstanding, as Messi, despite good performances, never reached absolute peak form.

The ratings are not yet confirmed, but there are already a few glimpses into the game. That’s why you see the official gameplay trailer for EA Sports FC 24 here:

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EA Sports FC 24: The official gameplay trailer

We can look forward to some innovations. Among other things, the mixing of women and men in FUT did not only receive approval in the community.

Place 5: Robert Lewandowski 91 (+0) – FC Barcelona

Prediction Lewandowski FC24
Prediction Lewandowski FC24 (via futbin.com)

“Lewangoalski” had a very good but not outstanding season by his standards. After his first year at FC Barcelona with more than solid 30 goal contributions, the Pole will be eager to repeat his stellar performances that he once delivered at FC Bayern next season.

Place 4: Karim Benzema 91 (+0) – Al-Ittihad

Prediction Benzema FC24
Prediction Benzema FC24 (via futbin.com)

The Frenchman had to deal with injuries in the past season and wants to slowly end his career with the move to Saudi Arabia. When he played, he delivered in most cases and is likely to be among the best players in EA Sports FC 24.

Place 3: Kylian Mbappé 91 (+0) – Paris Saint-Germain

Prediction Mbappé FC24
Prediction Mbappé FC24 (via futbin.com)

After some transfer rumors, the French exceptional striker seems to embark on another attempt with Paris Saint-Germain to win the Champions League next year. In the league, Mbappé had as many goal contributions as games. On the international stage, despite an early elimination and an injury, he accumulated ten goal contributions in eight matches. However, he will have to give up his role as cover star for EA Sports next year.

Place 2: Kevin De Bruyne 92 (+1) – Manchester City

Prediction De Bruyne FC24
Prediction De Bruyne FC24 (via futbin.com)

After an outstanding season for the Belgian all-rounder, De Bruyne is likely to receive his best rating yet. His possible overall rating of 92 would put him alongside a teammate from Manchester City and the cover star of EA Sports FC 24.

Place 1: Erling Haaland 92 (+4) – Manchester City

Prediction Haaland FC24
Prediction Haaland FC24 (via futbin.com)

44 goal contributions in 35 Premier League matches, plus thirteen goal contributions in eleven Champions League matches speak a clear language. The personified goal machine from Norway had a phenomenal first season with Manchester City and graces the cover for the standard edition of FC 24. For us, he has the best chance of getting the highest rating in EA FC 24.

These were our predictions for the ten best players in EA Sports FC 24. A mix of well-deserved veterans, stars in their prime, and at the top, the Norwegian, who will break a record or two in the coming years if he stays injury-free.

For the first time in many years, Cristiano Ronaldo will probably not be among the best players anymore. 16 goal contributions in 16 matches are impressive, but CR7’s club missed the championship in a rather weaker league. Starting next season, the level of the Saudi Pro League will rise significantly due to many transfers. Perhaps the Portuguese can earn a higher rating again with strong performances and titles.

What do you think of our list? Have we forgotten someone or misjudged anyone? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

To be well prepared, you should not miss our list of the most exciting transfers for EA Sports FC 24.

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LoL: German professional is immediately fired when it becomes known what terrible name he uses

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 3 minutes

The German LoL professional Jona “Reptile” Fritz has thrown away his chance at a great career in League of Legends . He lost his job as a starting ADC at Fnatic TQ and will likely forever be associated with a scandal: Because he had a second account with a completely unacceptable name: Hitler

What was the player accused of?

  • On Sunday, a post appeared on reddit: the ADC of the junior team Fnatic TQ has a second account with the name “Hitler119”. The account even has level 267 and was only played two months ago (via u.gg).
  • The German logged into one of his second accounts during a Twitch stream and its name was “Hitler119”: The reddit user says that it is impossible, especially as Germans we learn so much about the dictator and mass murderer in school, there can be no excuse.
  • Only a few hours after this news was on reddit, Fnatic TQ released the player. Fnatic is one of the largest and most important LoL teams in Europe.
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Team fires him shortly after the Reddit post

This is what Fnatic TC says: They say that the “events in the stream” showed that he does not represent the values of the team and Quesco. He is not the role model one expects from a representative of both organizations (via twitter).

Therefore, they terminated the contract.

In the comments on the tweet, even further punishment is demanded: a fine, mandatory courses for professionals in PR, or monitoring of behavior.

The penalty does not correspond to the severity of the act.

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This is what the player says: He did not name his account that way himself (via twitter). His mistake was sharing his account with a friend. He takes full responsibility for sharing the account, but he was not aware that the account now bore this name, which “cannot be accepted.”

“Once again: It was my terrible mistake and I am ready to face the consequences.”

Friend names character without considering the consequences

Why did his friend name the account that way? The friend in question says: He renamed the account six months ago without thinking about what consequences that would have.

https://twitter.com/notscriptless/status/1680606066046803969

He did it as a joke because in June 2022 someone on Twitter thanked “Hitler199” for “6 months” without apparently understanding who Hitler is. With “6 months” it is apparently meant that the user has renewed their Twitch subscription for 6 months. Streamers thank supporters with such messages.

Twitter discusses: How could one have gotten out of this situation?

How is this being discussed? There is a discussion on Twitter: The situation alone was already terrible, but the professional also behaved unfavorably afterwards, not reacting immediately. That a friend renamed the account without his knowledge is seen as an “excuse.” The reddit user from whom the revelation originates even publicly doubts the story.

There is a discussion on Twitter about how one could have escaped the hopeless situation of publicly owning an account with such a name (via twitter).

One user gives the following tips:

  • Tweet immediately – do not delete anything, do not cover anything up. Admit what happened immediately
  • Say that you had “edgy friends,” were previously “edgy” yourself – but now you have to grow up and will address this
  • Announce that you are against everything fascist, hypocritical and against Nazis.
  • Announce that you will make a large donation, part of your salary, or all streaming revenue in the fight against fascism.

The user says: “It is too late now, this should have happened immediately.”

It has almost become a meme that young e-sports professionals ruin their careers in the most stupid way before they have really started:

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Streamer declined million-dollar deal and stayed on Twitch: „If Kick offered me that much money…“

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The new Twitch alternative Kick is currently attracting a lot of content creators with good conditions and lucrative deals. However, for the Fortnite streamer Dennis “Cloakzy“ Lepore, there are more important things. He explains why he declined a million-dollar deal back then.

The possibility of leaving Twitch is currently on the minds of many streamers. The dissatisfaction with the platform is high, and the competition in the form of Kick lures with a 95% share of subs and million-dollar deals.

Many are reminded of Microsoft’s attempt to build its own alternative to Twitch with Mixer. Back then, they also poached big streamers, such as Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, who was huge at the time thanks to Fortnite.

In a joint stream with Ninja and TimTheTatman, Twitch streamer Dennis “Cloakzy” Lepore revealed why he remained loyal to the purple platform despite a million-dollar offer.

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Streamers valued their fans more

What was the deal? As Cloakzy reports – despite Ninja’s panicked attempts to prevent him from revealing too much – Mixer reportedly offered him 7 million US dollars for a switch a few years ago.

However, the streamer declined the deal and immediately provided the reasoning: His fans and their existing subscriptions simply meant more to him:

I said no because every single person who subscribed to me and their sub streaks meant something to me. That’s what mattered to me. I said no to 7 million dollars.

However, Cloakzy also hinted that it was by no means an easy decision, as it’s a lot of money for him too: “That would have been double what I made on Twitch in 10 years.”

What about a switch to Kick? Whether Cloakzy’s priorities have changed since then remains to be seen for now. The Twitch streamer actually wants to say something else: “I just mean, if Kick offered me that much money …”

At this point, however, he is finally interrupted by his colleague Ninja, who likely does not want Cloakzy to spill any more confidential information. You can find a recording of the stream in English on TimTheTatman’s YouTube channel, with the deal discussed starting at 2:56:00.

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Ninja himself allegedly went to Mixer for 20 to 30 million dollars back then. After the platform went under, he simply returned to Twitch.

Others, however, declined the offer from the Microsoft platform. So did Twitch streamer Chance “Sodapoppin” Morris. However, he still regrets having turned down the lucrative deal:

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A game is currently exciting thousands of players on Steam – I have played it for 20 hours and have not resurfaced

Nicole Wakulczyk Nicole Wakulczyk Reading time 5 minutes

When you look around Steam currently, you can hardly overlook Dave the Diver. This was also the case for MeinMMO author Nicole Wakulczyk. During the weekend, she dived into the game for 20 hours, although she actually had completely different plans.

When I first saw Dave the Diver, I was honestly a bit put off by the pixelated graphics. However, since it was a simulation game, I was curious and gave Dave and his crew a chance.

Ultimately, I threw my weekend plans overboard, dove into the adventure in the mysterious Blue Hole, collected fish as if they were rare Pokémon, and became the manager of a sushi bar.

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Trailer: Steam Summer Hit 2023 – Dave the Diver

Switching between dives and sushi sales

What kind of game is it? Dave the Diver is a single-player adventure RPG where you explore the mysterious and sometimes very dangerous deep sea as a diver during the day, as the name suggests. In the evenings, you have your catch prepared for the sushi restaurant and take care of the management of the establishment.

The individual activities are interspersed with mini-games. Among other things, you have to press various buttons to catch fish with your harpoon. If you fail the mini-game, they escape. Pouring drinks at the bar also happens through a mini-game.

A detailed test report on Dave the Diver can be found with our colleagues at GameStar.

During the day, you dive into the mysterious Blue Hole, which can sometimes be quite dangerous. The deeper you dive, the more dangerous sea creatures you encounter. According to Steam, there are over 200 species of sea creatures. Some fish can be killed with a few knife stabs, while others can withstand more.

And sometimes the fights against the fish can be quite tough.

The annoying part: Like in other games with rogue-like elements, you lose all your loot when you die. However, you get to choose one item to take with you on your rescue back to the boat.

during the day you explore the Blue Hole as a diver…
…in the evenings the sushi restaurant awaits you

In the evenings, you run a sushi restaurant where your catches are made into delicious meals and served to your guests. During the course of the game, I quickly realized that it won’t just be about diving and selling sushi. Over time, more and more mechanics and tasks came my way, guiding me through the coming hours. Initially, I just wanted to take a ‘quick look’ at Dave the Diver and get an impression.

What started as ‘just a quick look’ turned into 20 hours spread over two days. My original plan to play Diablo 4 and finally get my huntress to level 100 fell by the wayside. Fortunately, I still have a few days before Season 1 starts.

Dave the Diver unfolds over time and has incredibly much to offer, which I honestly didn’t expect at first.

Many hours of entertainment and varied gameplay

What does Dave the Diver offer? In addition to the adventures you embark on during your dives and the evenings in the sushi restaurant, there is much to discover and much to do.

  • Fighting and collecting: Underwater, you have essentially two main tasks. You collect resources that you find there, including food from crates, plants, and smaller fish. The second task is to fight larger fish, as these are particularly in demand in the restaurant.
  • Boss fights: As you progress, you will encounter larger opponents within the story. The fights can be quite tough and not only consist of attacks – sometimes you need to look around and incorporate your environment.
  • Survival: Underwater you depend on the supply of your oxygen tanks. You should always keep an eye on these and refill them at oxygen containers or shells underwater from time to time. If you run out of oxygen, it’s Game Over. You lose your collected items and can only choose a single item to take with you on your rescue back to the boat.
you can visually upgrade your restaurant
the characters enrich the gameplay
the cutscenes break up the activities
  • Lovable characters: All characters bring their own stories and contribute to the gaming experience even through small details. Your staff gradually develops their own skills, characters from side quests take on important roles, and the main characters enrich the game with quirky and funny dialogues.
  • Management & Simulation: In your sushi restaurant, you initially do most things yourself. Although you have a chef, you still have to serve plates to the guests, pour them drinks in a mini-game, and refill wasabi for the chef. Later, managing also includes hiring and directing staff. Occasionally, there are events where you need to serve specific fish.
  • Upgrading & crafting: What will be familiar to you from other games is the upgrading of items as well as crafting equipment and weapons. You can also gradually upgrade your restaurant with visual items. To keep track of your equipment, restaurant, and fish, you use a smartphone.
the smartphone provides an overview
you can craft weapons
and Pokémon.. collect fish!
  • Fish cards collection: You not only catch the fish, but you also collect a card as soon as you discover a new fish. For some, this may be familiar from another game. Gotta ca.. fish ’em all!
  • Main story & side quests: There is a main story that accompanies you through the game and, in my opinion, is not too short but also not too long. In my 20 hours, I am not completely finished, but I have also spent a lot of time on side quests and collecting.
  • Appropriate music: Each area has its own song. It’s especially cool that you unlock different songs by progressing through the scenes. These are then saved in your playlist.

97 % positive reviews on Steam

How popular is Dave the Diver? Dave the Diver was released on June 28 and was both published and developed by Mintrocket. On Steam, it has so far recorded a whopping 97 % positive reviews. In total, Dave the Diver has over 98,000 players.

Players particularly praise the gameplay, which can captivate for hours, the relaxed music, and the mix of nostalgic pixel graphics and modern mechanics. The individual activities are fun, are sometimes a bit challenging, and bring a plus point that can sometimes be lost in some games: They make sense.

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Dave the Diver does a lot right and has a lot to offer – and that at a more than reasonable price of just under 20 €. Without exaggeration, I can say that Dave the Diver is one of my games of the year. I can really only recommend it to you. But don’t complain afterwards that it’s addictive.

If you are also interested in other titles on Steam that are even cheaper, we have a list for you:

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MeinMMO is looking for freelance author for gaming with a focus on video news (m/f/d)

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We are looking for freelance writers who can support us from home office.

With MeinMMO, we reach millions of people every month who share our passion for gaming. Here you will find articles and videos with stories, guides, opinions, recommendations, or interviews.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for freelance authors who can report daily on exciting trailers and enjoy sharing their knowledge in the field of gaming. Here’s what you should bring:

  • a sense for exciting stories
  • a great passion for gaming and everything around it
  • you use social platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and TikTok
  • you have an interest in new trailers and follow game releases
  • you enjoy writing

This is a plus, but not a must: You have experience in video production and can independently implement short video news as a short format (For example: “Dark horror shooter becomes bitter comedy due to unfair bug“). Or you have experience in the media sector. This can include: your own blog, work for another website, your own channel on Twitch, TikTok or YouTube.

What is it about?

Are you constantly busy with games? Do you anxiously follow events like the Summer Game Fest to see what you will play next? Are you on Reddit, Discord, or Twitter to read discussions and information about games? Do you want to work in a modern online editorial office?

Then working at MeinMMO is made for you!

We are looking for authors who can cover the following topics daily:

How do we work?

The working method: You independently search for exciting trailer stories in gaming communities and on the official channels of publishers. Together with the editorial team, you plan the topics you report on. You report on trailers that fit MeinMMO and our community.

The hours: We are looking for authors who can work at least 20 hours a week for us. More hours are optional.

The payment: The fee is calculated on an hourly basis in the news room, not per article or based on character count.

What do we offer?

  • Access to a successful gaming editorial team
  • Practical experience and training in game journalism
  • Access to editorial tools comfortably from home office
  • An environment that is passionate about gaming
  • Variety, as every topic brings something new
  • Regular coaching in data analysis and storytelling

Does all of this sound exciting to you? If we have piqued your interest and you want to write for MeinMMO, please send us your application with the following contents:

  • Who you are: A short cover letter with your CV
  • Where you are knowledgeable: List of your topic areas (games, genres, …)
  • When you are available: How often and how regularly you could write for us
  • Optional: Work samples related to trailers

Where should I send my application? Please send your application to:

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Pokémon GO: Strong Spotlight Hour today with Rhyhorn and Candy Bonus

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In Pokémon GO today, on July 18th, the Spotlight Hour with Rhyhorn is running. We show you why the event is worth it and also the Shinies, bonuses, and times of the appointment.

What kind of event is this? In Pokémon GO, a Spotlight Hour starts every Tuesday evening. For 60 minutes, a Pokémon along with a bonus is in focus of the game. Which Pokémon and bonus will be activated is determined by Niantic at the beginning of each month.

Today you will encounter Rhyhorn during the Spotlight Hour and receive extra candy. We provide an overview of everything about the event.

Spotlight Hour on July 18th – Start, Bonuses, Shiny

When does it start? As you already know from the Spotlight Hours, it will also start today at 6:00 PM. The event is active for one hour and ends at 7:00 PM.

What bonuses are there? During the 60 minutes, you will encounter Rhyhorn almost everywhere in the wild. To increase your encounters with the Pokémon, you can additionally activate incense.

Additionally, you will receive double candy as a bonus for catching Pokémon. This applies not only to catches of Rhyhorn but to all Pokémon you catch between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Today marks the third Spotlight Hour in July 2023. Another event of this kind is still upcoming this month. You can see what it is in our overview:

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Can you catch Shiny Rhyhorn? Yes, the shiny version of Rhyhorn has been active in Pokémon GO for a long time and can be found and caught by you. In the overview, we show you Shiny Rhyhorn with its family:

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Is it worth participating in the Spotlight Hour today? Participating today is really worth it for you. For many trainers, it could even be declared a must-attend appointment. Rhyperior is a powerful Pokémon that, with the moves Mud Slam and Earthquake, ranks among the best Ground attackers. With the moves Rock Slide and Stone Edge, it then becomes one of the best Rock attackers.

Additionally, when catching you will also receive a lot of candy for the Pokémon, allowing you to power them up or evolve your strong Rhyhorn.

A overview of all events in July 2023 in Pokémon GO is available on our site.

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