Destiny 2 disables an exotic because it works as intended

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This week, the developers of Destiny 2 had to disable the Exotic “Twilight Oath of Radius.” However, the reason for this unusual decision is as surprising as it is confusing: The Exotic worked exactly as intended by Bungie in the last rework for Season 21. MeinMMO shows what is going on and why the Exo was likely disabled.

Which Exotic did Bungie disable? On May 26, shortly before the start of the new Dungeon “Ghosts of the Depths”, the developer announced that they had to disable the recently reworked Warlock Exotic “Twilight Oath of Radius” due to a problem.

Thus, the Bungie Support informed the Guardians via Twitter:

  • “Due to a problem where the Exotic Twilight Oath of Radius can make enemies explode, it has been disabled until a fix can be implemented.”

This is not stated in the announcement: The deactivation exclusively refers to the new dungeon “Ghosts of the Depths,” so the Exo cannot be used there.

This announcement, however, led to some confusion in the Destiny community, even without this addition, as the reason for the deactivation sounds just like what the Exo is supposed to do according to its description.

MeinMMO tells you in which combination the Exotic seems to cause problems.

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This is the controversy surrounding the disabled Exotic

Isn’t it supposed to explode, Bungie? If you read through the Exo perk, the explanation for the deactivation is indeed confusing. The shockwaves of Twilight Oath of Radius are supposed to do exactly that: make killed enemies explode.

“Planetary Deluge”
Rifts regularly emit Arc shockwaves. Death blows with these shockwaves create an Arc explosion. While an Arc focus is equipped, the shockwaves and subsequent explosions blind nearby targets. The Rift energy is recharged faster when surrounded by enemies.

The question that many Guardians asked under the tweet on Twitter was therefore justified. Why did Bungie disable an Exotic that does exactly what it was designed to do? The explanation does not seem to disclose all the details of the problem, omits where it was disabled, and is therefore slightly misleading.

The later published hotfix information from May 26 did not bring any new information from Bungie to light.

This is why the Exo is considered problematic: With the Exotic “Twilight Oath of Radius,” there are especially unintended explosion chains that occur primarily in connection with an interaction of the exotic scout rifle “Skyburner’s Oath.”

  • With each kill, the explosions could chain indefinitely and thus transform the “Skyburner’s Oath” into a “Sunshot” with massive range through the effect of “Twilight Oath of Radius.”
  • As a result, the explosions were excessively strong in some situations and led to an unintended superiority in the game.

The Destiny player Chadly responded to Bungie under the tweet with a video and wrote: “So it is actually disabled because ‘Skyburner’s Oath’ creates an explosion chain when killing some trash enemies? […] If that is all that was wrong, there was 0 reason to disable [the armor Exo].”

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Only disabled for this reason?

Some players note that it might have made more sense to disable the scout rifle “Skyburner’s Oath” instead of the Warlock Exo.

However, it is also not known whether the Exotic led to interactions with other weapons additionally.

And indeed, there were probably similar problems with the Warlock class ability “Phoenix Dive” that could trigger strong explosion chains and thus would have been too powerful for the new dungeon on day one. Hence, it likely made more sense for Bungie to disable one thing rather than several.

When will the Exotic “Twilight Oath of Radius” be available again? The deactivation of “Twilight Oath of Radius” is only temporary. Bungie is already working on adjusting the Exotic and bringing it back into the game as soon as it meets the intended balance and performance standards.

However, when that will be the case is still unknown. We will update this article for you in this case. So feel free to check back if you need current info.

“We must never have fun in Destiny 2!”

The new armors from the dungeon “Ghosts of the Depths” turn Guardians into “Sauron”

If it’s fun, it must go: For the players, this new deactivation is once again proof that Exotics or weapons are only ever disabled by Bungie when they are the most fun. However, the Twilight Oath of Radius would simply be too strong for the new dungeon and would have simplified and trivialized many mechanics and hordes of enemies.

Therefore, the decision to disable an Exotic because it works too well may seem strange at first glance. Nevertheless, most deactivations due to bugs or excessive strength in Destiny 2 are justified. Bungie also deactivates in this case proactively to preserve the player experience and maintain balance.

What is often left unmentioned in this complaint: There are also gameplay bugs in Destiny 2 that have been to the advantage of the Guardians and which were not immediately removed. And despite the bug, you can still use the Twilight Oath of Radius, despite its blockage, for example, in the open world.

Even in these cases, Bungie set a fix date with a wink and let the overpowering fun go on for a while. True to the motto: “Enjoy it while it lasts”.

  • For example, one could storm the raids with up to 12 players for a few days (normally only a maximum of 6 players are possible).
  • The “Solar Raider” mod offered significantly more ammo than intended for a while. However, this option was only disabled in PvP, but remained usable in PvE.
  • Similarly, Guardians were able to deal significantly more damage to Destiny bosses with official permission and their Arc Acrobat Super for a while, so that the Ancient One in Gambit or other activities could be almost taken down solely by Hunters with Arc Stab.
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These were just three examples of many. This shows that even Bungie is willing to allow fun in some cases – although not forever.

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That in the end a fix must also come here is still inevitable. Because, as every Guardian in Destiny 2 has experienced, even the most careful plans by Bungie can lead to unexpected consequences. Also, because Destiny 2 is a constantly evolving game. Such adjustments are therefore part of the process.

Have you also noticed the power of the Exo combination in Season 21 and wanted to take it into the dungeon? And what do you think of Bungie’s wording in the support announcement? Do you believe that the problem was adequately communicated? Or was it also confusing for you with this explanation? Then feel free to share it with us in the comments.

By the way, Guardians have plunged into the brand new dungeon “Ghosts of the Depths” since yesterday. We have linked everything you need to know in our dungeon overview:

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Searching on TikTok and earning money? Company offers 1,000 dollars for 10 hours

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An American company is looking for three “professional TikTok observers” and offers a good compensation for it. On MeinMMO, you can find all the info about the action.

Just a quick sit on the couch and turning on TikTok for a few minutes… suddenly it’s 11 PM, your stomach is growling, and the laundry is still in the basket, with no chance of getting on the line today.

The clip platform doesn’t hold back on sensory overload and can make hours melt away. You laugh, get excited, sometimes feel disgusted – but often, you’re well entertained.

If you consider yourselves “TikTok professionals,” however that’s defined, take a look at the following offer from the company Ubiquitous. There you can “win” a job that pays $1,000 for 10 hours of watching TikTok.

TikTok also makes video games and focuses on vitality. Some creators have innovative ideas on how to make money with it:

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What kind of job is this? The company is looking for a total of 3 “trend checkers” for TikTok. You should have a feel for the platform, anticipate trends a bit, and discover converging similarities.

According to the motto: “You liked this clip? Then you’ll probably also like the following clip.”

You should then post your collected experiences on a social media platform of your choice. Additionally, you should analyze trends and note them on a pre-made document.

In total, you should watch 10 hours of TikTok, note trends, and get a total of $1,000 for it.

What does this bring?

The data can help companies tap into new target groups. The algorithm behind TikTok analyzes user behavior and selects suitable clips. Sometimes clips come together that one would never think have similar target audiences.

You have surely noticed how TikTok tries to flood your feed with clips on new topics. Even though you’re only watching “fail clips,” suddenly dog videos or clips about Call of Duty: Warzone appear.

TikTok compares the behavior of users who watch many fail clips and what else they watch. So the technology concludes: If one fail viewer likes this, you might also like that. Such data can be very valuable for marketing purposes.

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How do you get involved? Good English is important because you need to document your findings in English. You can find all the information on the English website for the “TikTok Watching Job” (via ubiquitousinfluence.com).

You must be at least 18 years old and write a justification for why you are the right fit for the job. If you post your story on Twitter, you will be given preference. The deadline for submissions is May 31, 2023.

Although there is no entry fee, there are small costs involved. You have to send a prepaid letter to Chattanooga, USA. Winners and losers will be confirmed via this.

By the way, some big creators themselves do not know the trends on TikTok: Twitch: MontanaBlack takes on TikTok’s toughest trend, making good money with it – says he knows nothing about it

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„WoW taught me accounting“ – Fans discuss skills they have learned thanks to gaming

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In a post on Reddit, many fans report their experiences with games that have taught them important life lessons. World of Warcraft can, for example, help in accounting and risk management, while Minecraft helps with scientific subjects.

How can games assist in learning? Reddit user Pufferdent5082 reports in a post about how he taught himself linear algebra. The topic from mathematics helped him create a ring effect for his homemade weapon in Minecraft.

But Minecraft is helpful not only in mathematics but also in physics and coding. User LeagueofShadows04 writes how Minecraft brought him closer to understanding electricity and programming:

Through working with Redstone, I learned a lot about electricity. I was even an electrician for a few years, and I understood everything super quickly, thanks to years of handling Redstone. I can confirm that. It also got me into programming when I started writing page-filling commands, which is why I am now in the IT industry.

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Minecraft has apparently helped the player to his current profession in the IT industry. It is therefore possible to identify one’s own interests with the help of games and thus determine which professions suit oneself best.

Other players prefer to promote their creativity with Minecraft by building complex buildings and structures. An example of this is a city on a Minecraft server that 500 players have been building for 11 years:

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WoW helps in economic areas

What examples do players mention? Minecraft is just one of many games that have taught the gaming community important school and university topics. World of Warcraft also turns out to be a learning platform where fans have learned business areas such as financial modeling and accounting. The best teacher for this is the auction house.

Additionally, WoW conveys a sense of risk management. For example, one player weighed how the ratio of time spent to loot and experience points gained in dungeons and quests looks. This allowed him to manage his time more efficiently and maximize profit.

Currently, WoW players are unleashing themselves in the Dragonflight expansion. Patch 10.1 brought the Zaralek Caverns and the new raid Aberrus, the Shadow Crucible. You can see the new content in the following video from MeinMMO:

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As another example, a user mentions Cities: Skylines. The community teaches itself urban planning, which would otherwise be the responsibility of architects, engineers, geographers, and other professions. 

Let us know in the comments: Which games have taught you important school topics? Can you even apply some things to your professional life? If you want to convince yourself of how much you can learn in World of Warcraft, according to MeinMMO demon Cortyn, now would be a good time: World of Warcraft has not felt this good in years – If you’re not playing now, you have only yourself to blame

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5 Anime with questionable relationships that you should only watch at your own risk

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 6 minutes

In anime, things can sometimes get a bit strange, and relationships emerge that would be way too “spicy” for real life. These are the animes we present to you today.

In the world of anime, things can sometimes get a bit wacky. Not only crazy, supernatural fights, but also on an emotional level, there are sometimes relationships that make you raise an eyebrow in surprise while developing a desire to see how it all unfolds. For this reason, we have created a list of 5 animes where interpersonal relationships, considered a bit “questionable”, are an important aspect of the story.

By “questionable”, we refer to relationships that would be socially frowned upon in reality or come with emotional baggage that is not necessarily beneficial.

As almost always, we have put together a colorful mix of anime series – from very serious, dramatic themes to comedy, there is everything. Have fun!

Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway

Alternative names: Higehiro
Genres: Drama, Romance
Stream available on: Crunchyroll
Episodes: 13 (Completed)

The office worker Yoshida finally gathers the courage to confess his love to his supervisor – and gets coldly rejected. In his frustration, he gets drunk and returns home late at night. On his way home, he meets a young woman seeking a place for the night and offers him sex in exchange. He takes her in but refrains from anything further.

The next day, back to his normal self, he chats with the woman and it turns out that “Sayu” is still a minor, has run away from home, and is currently jumping from one guy to another to have a roof over her head. Yoshida decides to break this cycle and wants to provide Sayu with a home – fully aware that he is already halfway in prison should it ever come out that he is offering shelter to a minor in his apartment.

As Yoshida increasingly slips into the role of a father, Sayu develops very different feelings that both need to navigate.

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What to expect from Higehiro? While you might still raise an eyebrow in surprise during the first episode, by the second episode, you will be captivated by the characters and the story. Both Sayu and Yoshida are strong figures that many can relate to. Even though humor occasionally shines through in the series, the story is ultimately quite emotional and profound.

Higehiro is an unequivocal recommendation for everyone. It is likely one of the most emotional and best animes of recent years that will draw forth some tears.

Why some animes have absurdly long names, we explain here.

Scum’s Wish

Alternative names: Kuzu no Honkai
Genres: Drama, Romance
Stream available on: Amazon Prime Video
Episodes: 12 (Completed)

Hanabi and Mugi seem perfect as a couple at first glance – but they share a secret. Both are in love with someone who is unattainable for them. Hanabi is in love with her significantly older childhood friend, who now works as a teacher at her school. Mugi, on the other hand, is also in love with a teacher who, when he was still her student, tutored him and seduced him. As if that weren’t enough, it now seems that these two beloved teachers themselves might be entering into a relationship – which Hanabi and Mugi try to prevent.

Until they can muster the courage to confess their love, they support each other and maintain a fake relationship, whose seriousness fluctuates and which others also want to exploit.

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What to expect from Scum’s Wish? Scum’s Wish is one of those animes that delves deeply into the multilayered characters, revealing their personalities and showcasing their thought processes in detail. It often happens that half an episode consists solely of the thoughts and internal monologues of one of the protagonists – yet it never gets boring. The story illustrates how multifaceted relationships can be and that even the noblest person sometimes exploits others to gain validation.

More anime with “questionable” relationships can be found on the next page.

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Brutal coop horror just arrived on Steam, is 94% positive – “It psychologically affected me”

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Steam has a new horror shocker with multiplayer that is performing excellently just over a week after release. The Outlast Trials is still in Early Access, but the initial reactions are promising.

What kind of game is this? The Outlast Trials is a prequel to the Outlast series, known for its psychological horror. The games play with your fears and dark expectations. Until a nasty butcher actually strikes.

Outlast has a good standing among fans of the genre. They wanted to try this out as a co-op experience.

The Outlast Trials is a kind of escape room simulator. With 4 players, you have to solve puzzles through the crazy rooms, constantly under stress, filled with paranoia and horrible figures that want to get your skin. MeinMMO shows you the first reactions.

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How is the game received? The Outlast Trials has been available in Early Access since May 18 and has since gathered over 12,500 ratings. The reviews are “Very Positive,” with 94% rating the game with a thumbs up.

If you enjoy such horror adventures, it seems a new hit is emerging here despite the high price of 28.99 euros for an EA title (via Steam).

Many praise the excellent performance and the few bugs in the game. That is not so commonplace nowadays, even the biggest games currently allow themselves many bugs and performance stress.

We have gathered a few matching reviews for the game:

  • User Honigmurmel: “Fabulous way to start therapy. Died twice just before the end […]. We saw a penis and a crazy man. 10/10, it psychologically scarred me […].”

In the reviews, one can repeatedly read how brutal the scenes are and that there are always sexualized references. A hardcore game for adults without mercy.

  • User riorizzor: “Clean performance, fun gimmicks for the in-game voice chat, and mega fun in co-op. As Early Access for 28.99 € absolutely recommended! There are still good game developers in this world.”
  • User PascalJogurt: “Basically a mean Takeshi’s Castle.”

However, some players also have some complaints. Currently, the content is limited, which leads to the gameplay loot becoming monotonous over time. The comment is from a player with 15 hours of gameplay. However, there are also players with up to 60 hours.

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The Outlast Trials is a game for horror lovers who have just as crazy friends. Keep an eye on the title if you enjoy this kind of thing.

If you have an opinion, feel free to leave it in the comments. If you are looking for more horror games with multiplayer, we have just the thing: The 6 best horror games in multiplayer for PC, PS5, and Xbox 2023

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Big Twitch Streamer for 7 vs. Wild: Newly Baked Pizza King Starts with Sidekick

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Almost all spots of the survival show 7 vs. Wild are now filled. The show organizer Fritz Meinecke has now called the next two streamers Trymacs and Rumathra after Papaplatte and Reeze, who are known for their streams on Twitch, to ask if they want to participate in the show. 

How did the two react? Trymacs, whose real name is Maximilian Stemmler, was called during a live stream and could hardly believe his luck. He screamed to everyone on the bus he was in and loudly confirmed his participation.

Since in the third season, pairs compete against each other, Fritz Meinecke explained that Trymacs’ team will be joined by the Twitch streamer Rumathra. Trymacs immediately ran to his friend and advised him to gain 15 kilograms before the show, which he had lost for a boxing match.

You can see the video of Meinecke with the live reaction of the two streamers here:

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Trymacs and Rumathra: Both are successful on Twitch

How did the two streamers become famous? Trymacs is currently touring several major German cities because he and streamer Knossi, who is also participating in season 3 of 7 vs. Wild, are opening a pizzeria chain together. That’s why the streamer was in a bus when he received the call. 

His Let’s Plays mainly consist of Fortnite, Minecraft, and Call of Duty. He has even gained some experience in the survival area through his show “Nerd in the Dirt”.

Rumathra is often referred to as Trymacs’ sidekick because he became known through his friendship with the Twitch streamer. His passions include League of Legends and Valorant.

Which participants are in season 3? With the confirmation of Trymacs and Rumathra, only the spot for the wildcard team is still open. You can follow the following streamers and survival experts in the show:

  • Gerrit and Andreas from “Naturensöhne”
  • Fritz Meinecke and Survival Mattin
  • Jens “Knossi” Knossalla and Sascha Huber
  • Papaplatte and Reeze
  • Trymacs and Rumathra

This is how Papaplatte and Reeze reacted to their nomination:

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Why are only streamers nominated as substitutes? Fritz Meinecke defends his nominations by stating that while the Twitch streamers may not have any knowledge of survival elements, they bring the mindset, motivation, and discipline for such a format. The streamers are a funny addition to the survival professionals.

If you are more of a foodie than a Twitch viewer, Trymacs’ new pizza chain might be for you: Twitch: Trymacs and Knossi launch their own pizza chain, at the start Knossi drops his pants

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The changes are so negative for players of Pokémon GO in rural areas – Players like me

Franzi Korittke Franzi Korittke Reading time 5 minutes

In Pokémon GO, changes regarding the popular raids have been made repeatedly over the past few months, much to the dismay of trainers in rural areas. Our MeinMMO author Franzi is also very annoyed by this and explains why.

What changes are we talking about? After Pokémon GO introduced various bonuses during the Corona pandemic that made playing from home easier, these have been systematically rolled back in recent months.

In April, the popular remote raid passes fell victim to Niantic’s correction pencil. With these special passes, trainers were previously able to participate in raids in other parts of the world by receiving invites.

Now, the remote raids have been restricted and the associated passes have become more expensive.

Instead, the developers are now focusing more on local raids, such as the current Crypto Raids with Mewtwo. And this decision has negative consequences for many trainers, including myself. I will explain what these are and why this situation annoys me here.

4 negative consequences of the raid changes that really annoy me

The recent raid changes have caused a large wave of protests under the #HearUsNiantic in the Pokémon GO community. Trainers have signed the related petition in droves and an open letter to the developers followed. Nevertheless, there was nothing to be done about the decision, and Niantic is now increasingly focusing on playing on site.

However, especially for trainers in rural areas, this has resulted in a number of restrictions. I also live in a small town in the countryside. And although we can’t really complain about the number of PokéStops and gyms here, the effects of the raid changes are now noticeable in our area.

1. Lack of participation via remote raids

That many players are unhappy with the changes to remote raids is evident not only from the wave of protests on social media. I am already feeling the first effects while completing raids. In recent years, a kind of global community has formed through remote raids.

I have made global contacts with other Pokémon GO trainers with whom I have participated in raids together. If I wanted to play a raid on site, it was almost routine to invite these people. And I could be sure that some of them would be there.

Conversely, I have also received numerous invitations to raids abroad and reciprocated accordingly.

Since the changes, however, there has been a noticeable decline in participation. Even though I still invite my trainer friends, significantly fewer of them participate in the raids now. And I am also pulling back on my participation in remote raids – they are just too expensive for me. And this is especially annoying when you really want a certain raid boss.

While I occasionally participated in less interesting raids last year just to help another trainer finally get this monster as a shiny, I now think very carefully about which raids I invest my passes in. And my friends feel the same way.

2. Lack of active local community

In addition to the issue with the lack of participation through remote raids, there is also a recurring lack of an active local community, especially here in the rural area. Thus, players who do not have such a high trainer level often miss out on harder raids. And I also have to repeatedly find that in a majority of raids on site, there are only two or three of us.

Since my husband and I already have a higher trainer level and also have the corresponding monsters, this is generally a minor problem for us in most raids because we usually manage the battles, just a bit slower.

However, in harder raids, we also lack support on site, which sometimes leads to the raid simply not happening or having to hope for help via remote raid. This is very annoying if, for example, you are aiming for a specific shiny.

Other trainers who are not as far along in level, in my view, thus become extremely dependent on the few local players in order to secure certain raid bosses.

3. Trips to other cities

Since there are no longer enough active players in the local community to support raids, many have no choice but to travel to other places. Especially for top raids and the new Crypto Raids, there is hardly any other choice if you want to secure the monsters.

To bring trainers back together locally, Niantic has designed these raids in such a way that one can only participate on site. Additionally, they are sometimes so hard that you cannot necessarily complete them in a small group of 2 to 3 players.

This weekend, I will also travel to other cities specifically to get Crypto Mewtwo, hoping to get a strong or shiny specimen. After all, Mewtwo is among the best attackers in Pokémon GO.

However, this is only worth it if you can complete several such raids on site or can at least combine the game with other errands.

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4. Local arrangements

Another problem that Niantic has intensified with the raid changes, in my opinion, is communication. Even if there is now a standalone app called Campfire through which you can chat with other trainers or indicate that you want to do a certain raid, it is still not used particularly well by the community, in my experience.

This makes it especially difficult for trainers who, due to a lack of a local community, sometimes have to play in other cities. Often, they are not well connected with other trainers there, which is why I believe there is a need for a corresponding interface.

Especially, I find the short-term organization of raids to be difficult.

With the exception of top raids, most other raids are announced at least 60 minutes in advance. Those who are not well connected, have a long travel distance, or even need to use public transport may encounter timing issues. Ultimately, this can lead to not being able to do the raid because it is simply not possible to organize it in time, which can be very frustrating.

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My conclusion on the raid changes

Do I still enjoy playing? Yes, even though the raid changes have undoubtedly had significant impacts on Pokémon GO and have made playing especially difficult for trainers in rural areas, I remain active daily. However, I am now participating in fewer raids overall because I miss the local community and remote raids are too expensive for me in comparison.

Better incentives: I believe it is fundamentally a good idea for Niantic to try to bring local communities together more strongly again. In particular, the introduction of new raid formats, like the Crypto Raids, is a successful change and motivates players to play.

However, I am missing the right incentives to attract more active players locally again. Instead of worsening remote raids, I would have preferred better rewards for trainers who go outside and play on site.

Even though playing together on site worked great before the pandemic, the community has changed over the years. Remote raids have given us new opportunities that many players can no longer imagine being without.

Especially for trainers who do not have a local community or who are not mobile due to health reasons, these remain important. To ensure that these players are not excluded from the game, remote raids should continue to be an important part of Pokémon GO, as they have been in recent years.

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What are your experiences with the raid changes? Do you also have only a few active players locally? Do you travel to other cities to secure strong raid bosses? Or can you not complain about a lack of support? Let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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Blizzard immortalizes the 1,000 hardest players of Diablo 4 in a Lilith statue – But it is a race against time

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Diablo 4 will be released in early June and developer Blizzard has something special planned for the toughest players.

What kind of action is this? In a blog post, the creators of Diablo 4 announced that the first 1,000 players to reach level 100 in hardcore mode will be immortalized by engraving in a Lilith statue.

Specifically, “your BattleTag will be engraved into a physical statue of Blizzard’s choice.” How you can have a chance at the engraving, we will show you here on MeinMMO.

Diablo 4 launches on June 2 for preorders of the Ultimate Edition and on June 6 for all other players. Here you can find all info about the release and here the live-action trailer:

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Diablo 4 heats up release with new trailer – shows in live action how good druids and necromancers look

How can you participate? There are no major requirements. If you manage to be among the first 1,000, that’s enough. You must then prove your success on Twitter:

  • By May 26, you must be at least 18 years old
  • Battle.net account in good standing, not banned
  • You must own a license for Diablo 4
  • Reach level 100 in hardcore mode / title “Tempered Champion”

Then you need to post a tweet with the following content:

  • Hashtag #Diablo4Hardcore
  • Full Battle.net BattleTag
  • Picture or video proof

The action runs until early September or until 1,000 players have reached the milestone. It will be a tough race against time – you can find more details in Blizzard’s English blog post (via blizzard.com).

Even during the beta, some of the best players proved that the hardcore mode does not scare them. Some even defeated the 12-player boss in hardcore mode.

In hardcore mode, your characters are lost if they die. You can never play them again. The big challenge is to survive until level 100 without dying once. Otherwise, the competition may already be faster.

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However, Blizzard has not revealed what kind of statue it is. It is only said, “a physical statue of Blizzard’s choice.”

A great action that will likely motivate many fans. However, there will certainly be one or two who curse the action – if you really want to pull this off, the fun of the game will likely suffer in the first days.

But what wouldn’t you do for a legacy, just ask Barbie: New Barbie movie is supposed to be for everyone who hates Barbie – but gamers immediately see a connection to Diablo 4

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After the first demo of Final Fantasy XVI I was cautious, the second convinced me

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The community manager Irina Moritz was able to play the second demo of Final Fantasy XVI, which focused on the story and game world of the RPG. Many of her concerns were alleviated or even eliminated.

I have to be honest: Although I am a long-time FF fan, I initially approached FFXVI with some skepticism. The team behind the game is solid, the gameplay material looked good, and at first glance, there was nothing to complain about.

But you know how it is: You don’t want to get your hopes up too much, as it could ultimately be disappointing. That’s why I remained cautious despite all my optimism towards FFXVI.

This was also because the focus during the presentation was long on the combat system. It was prominently featured in trailers, and the first demo was 100% a combat demo. At some point, it became a bit too much for me.

I have nothing against the combat system itself, unlike the fans of turn-based combat. However, I eventually asked myself, “Where are the RPG elements in your RPG?” What about quests and crafting? What do the areas look like? And most importantly for me: What will the story of the game be like?

As a long-time Final Fantasy enthusiast, the story is crucial for whether I like the games or not. The success of FFXVI hinges on it, and the developers are very aware of this. With the second demo, they answered precisely these questions.

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Final Fantasy XVI Launch Trailer

When you don’t want to put down the controller

The setting of the second demo was a flashback from the protagonist Clive’s past. As the firstborn son of the Duke of Rosaria, he was supposed to inherit the power of the Phoenix but did not. Instead, his younger brother Joshua inherited the ability to transform into the firebird. Clive, on the other hand, is now being trained as his protector.

In the flashback, you follow the events that triggered the main story of FFXVI. The demo showed how Clive became a mercenary and was separated from his loved ones. And the story really made me eager for more.

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As a youth, Clive was taught sword fighting so that he could later serve as a shield to his brother Joshua.

I was so immersed in the story that I actually lost track of time. The plot is directly engaging from the start and features several plot twists. It mainly revolves around the “Dominants”, people like Joshua, who hold the power of summons within them.

These characters are introduced right from the start, and it is dramatically demonstrated what kind of destruction they are capable of in their Eikon form. They can wipe out entire armies single-handedly, leading to some bloody scenes in FFXVI.

Overall, the game does not shy away from adult content such as violence and even sex. In our interview, the devs told us that the development team didn’t want to force a dark tone on FFXVI. Rather, it is the result of wanting to depict reality.

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Even in the first trailers for FFXVI, violence and brutality were evident. Especially the young Joshua takes quite the beating.

In a war, terrible things happen, and you see them live and in color while playing FFXVI. One of my quiet fears was that the devs were just inserting blood and murder to appear “dark”.

However, the story segments in the demo definitely did not come across that way. The brutal scenes had their justification and did not feel like they were just thrown in for shock value.

In the end, I absolutely wanted to know what happens next and even considered whether I could bribe the dear employees of Square Enix to let me play a little longer. Or alternatively, how many of them it would take to tear me away from the controller. But I digress.

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“Luckily, this is not an open world”

I must honestly tell you: I can no longer stand huge open-world games. After a flood of such games in recent years, I have become saturated. Accordingly, I was damn happy to hear that FFXVI will not have an open world.

According to director Yoshida, the world should be structured similarly to the new God of War: Ragnarök. There will be a hub from which new areas are unlocked and explored. Part of this could also be seen in the second demo.

This was a welcome change from the tight and linear fortress that you fought through in the first demo. You were able to visit a nice open area, slay monsters, collect resources, and complete a quest that couldn’t have been more boring.

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Final Fantasy XVI: Story trailer promises a new mega-RPG for fans

However, I still enjoyed traversing the area and kept thinking to myself while exploring, “Thank goodness this is not an open world.” It was almost refreshing not to be overwhelmed by tons of icons on the map in a big game. However, some concerns remain:

  • The side quest presented in the demo was “Run from A to B”. Even though such quests have their place, I still strongly hope that FFXVI has more to offer. Depth and ongoing quest lines like in Ghost of Tsushima would be great.
  • Side content has generally not been particularly highlighted so far. In interviews, director Yoshida mentioned hunting rare monsters (like in FFXII), but that sounded a bit shallow.
  • The interesting discoveries on open maps were rather limited in the demo. There were some ruins and treasure chests here and there, but they didn’t reveal anything terribly interesting. Hopefully, this will change in the finished game.
  • The battles of the Eikons are still a concern for me. Even during the fight between Phoenix and Ifrit, it was hard to see what was going on. It was chaotic, very dark, and poorly visible. Very unfortunate because Eikon battles are meant to provide a spectacular feeling – if you can see something.

By the way, my colleagues from GameStar and GamePro have written very detailed reports about FFXVI:

Does FFXVI address the issues of FFXIV?

But where would we be if I didn’t mention the MMORPG FFXIV in an article about Final Fantasy XVI? It is no secret that both FFXIV and FFXVI are developed by the Creative Business Division III. In the first demo of FF16, which was presented in February, I was able to discover countless parallels between the two games.

This caused both excitement and some concern for me. If the teams were to adopt the positive aspects of FFXIV, such as the spectacular Eikon battles, what about the negatives?

Even though the story of FFXIV is often praised, it is not without weaknesses and problems. The creative director for the story of FFXVI, Kazutoyo Maehiro, was already responsible for the Heavensward expansion. My concern was that the development team might carry these problems into the new game as well. However, I was pleasantly surprised that the second demo addressed exactly this.

One of the major criticisms of FFXIV is that it starts very slowly. The storyline at the beginning is generic, not particularly engaging, and takes time to gain momentum. This is definitely not the case in FFXVI. It didn’t take 20 minutes before I thought, “Okay, this is really exciting.”

  • The central characters are introduced elegantly, making me immediately ponder their backgrounds and motivations. I just wanted to know more about them.
  • Subtle plot points are scattered everywhere from the start, hinting that there is more than meets the eye, which piqued my curiosity.
  • Despite the quick start, the initial situation of the game is clearly explained. You learn who the characters are, how they relate to one another, and what the backgrounds are that led to the current situation you are in. It didn’t feel like a lesson or a lore dump that overwhelms you at the start.

In short: you don’t have to wait endlessly for it to get exciting. I know it sounds trivial, but that is the experience you have in FFXIV. The peaks of the story are absolutely fantastic, but during the quieter parts, especially at the beginning, it can drag on like an old rubber band.

After the first demo, I was cautiously optimistic, but after the second, my expectations were raised even further. I now expect a top-notch and very emotional story from FFXVI with many intrigues that is compactly packaged and has no fillers.

So, FFXVI team, please impress me. I know you can do it.

In the meantime, there has been a change in leadership at Square Enix:

New CEO of Square Enix plays Final Fantasy XIV: “My wife gets annoyed when I run the wrong way”

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Pokémon GO: Crypto Raids with Shiny Mewtwo start today – What to expect

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In Pokémon GO the release of Shiny Crypto-Mewtwo is imminent. New Crypto Raids featuring Mewtwo will start for you over the weekend for a short time.

What kind of event is this? For a few days now, the event “Ascending Shadows” has been active in Pokémon GO. However, it is not yet in full swing. Some Crypto Raids are already active, but the developers have something special planned for Mewtwo.

It will only be available for a short time. We will show you in this overview when it is going to happen and what you should pay attention to.

Shiny Crypto-Mewtwo Release at the Event on May 26

When does it start? From Saturday, May 27 at 10:00 AM, to Sunday, May 28 at 8:00 PM, you will find Crypto-Mewtwo in the new Crypto Raids in Pokémon GO. The times are local times. The new raids have only been active for a few days and present a new challenge for trainers.

How do you get the Shiny? For the first time, you can catch Shiny Crypto-Mewtwo in Pokémon GO. After a battle, you have the chance to find and catch the shiny form of the coveted Pokémon.

Our counter guide for Crypto-Mewtwo in Pokémon GO

If you are interested in catching the new Shiny Crypto-Mewtwo, then this short time window for the event is your chance to do so. When and in what way Crypto-Mewtwo will be catchable again in Pokémon GO is still unclear.

Such an exemplar can really be worth it to you, as Crypto-Mewtwo is one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO.

But even aside from Mewtwo, it may be worth participating in the new battles. We looked at the bosses and can recommend 3 Crypto Raids that you should not miss.

According to the developers, the new battles in the arenas are the biggest challenge the game has ever had. It is up to you to defend the “world” against the machinations of Team GO Rocket.

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New in the game is also the Master Ball. You are probably already familiar with it from other Pokémon games and know that it guarantees catching Pokémon. However, players underestimate the power and rarity of the ball and use it on monsters that don’t even “deserve” it.

For which monsters the Master Ball is really worth it in Pokémon GO, we show you on MeinMMO.

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Destiny 2: Xur today – location and offer on 26.05

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Exo Trader Xur pays his usual visit to Destiny 2 again this weekend on Dungeon Weekend in Season 21. Need Exotics? He has them. MeinMMO shows you his current offer and reveals his location.

What happened this week in Destiny 2? A lot. The new Season 21 has started and has taken Guardians into the underwater world of Titan. There, you can dive into missions, collect corals, or simply relax with a round of fishing.

A few days later, players were informed about the development of Bungie’s first shooter in 10 years. It will be called Marathon, bringing Bungie back to its roots.

And the probably best news of the week was the comeback of a well-known gunslinger from Destiny 2, whose face Guardians last saw when they were there during his last breath.

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Additionally, a new dungeon called “Ghosts of the Depths” starts today, which this trailer gives a watery preview of.

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Destiny 2: New dungeon “Ghosts of the Deep” from Season 21 brings the Ghoul into play

All info about Xur on May 26, 2023 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S

When does Xur come? Xur, the Agent of the Nine, appears in Destiny 2 every Friday at 7:00 PM. His visit then ends again the following Tuesday at 7:00 PM. During this time, Guardians can purchase exotic items from him.

Where is Xur? This is his stash for the weekend

Xur’s position: Xur’s location changes every week, making it a small challenge for players to find him. However, MeinMMO is always hot on his heels and posts his location every Friday so you don’t have to search for long.

Here is where Xur is located: Fly to the Tower and head into the Hangar

Xur’s inventory from May 26 – 30 – All Exotics at a glance

What does Xur have on offer? Even in the Lightfall DLC, Xur does not tire of doing business. The nice “I am the messenger of the Nine” conversation is included for free.

Xur’s inventory from May 26 – 30.

Weapon: Arbalest – Linear Fusion Rifle for 29 Legendary Shards

Titan: The Healing Armor – Chest Protection for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +2
  • Resilience: +8
  • Recovery: +26
  • Discipline: +12
  • Intellect: +16
  • Strength: +2
  • Total: 66

Hunter: Lucky Pants – Leg Armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +7
  • Resilience: +7
  • Recovery: +20
  • Discipline: +20
  • Intellect: +6
  • Strength: +7
  • Total: 67

Warlock: Eye of Another World – Head Armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +14
  • Resilience: +7
  • Recovery: +12
  • Discipline: +11
  • Intellect: +2
  • Strength: +20
  • Total: 66

Xur also sells legendary items and offers unique rolls for exotics from no longer available exotic missions from past DLCs every week. However, note: You can only purchase the weapons if you also own the corresponding expansion.

Currently, he has these two weapons on offer:

  • The exotic hand cannon “Fatebringer” (Beyond Light DLC) with “Target Locator”
  • The exotic scout rifle “Tale of a Dead Man” (Beyond Light DLC) with “Murderous Wind”

Legendary Armor Set: Braytech Set

Dungeon Launch and the First Trials of Osiris

You have the choice this weekend: Dungeon, Trials, or both?

The Trials will probably take a backseat this week to the new dungeon “Ghosts of the Depths” because most Guardians want to discover this new PvE endgame activity right away this Friday.

For those who do not want to do that or can’t buy the dungeon key, you can also go to the Trials as usual and prove your skills in PvP to earn the new rewards.

  • Both the new dungeon and the Trials of Osiris start tonight at 7:00 PM

Which map is happening this week? Unlike the normal PvP, where the maps rotate, there is only one fixed map every weekend in the Guardian-vs-Guardian endgame.

This week you will play on the map: Endless Vale

This is the reward for a flawless run: Every week, you can also expect a very special weapon at the Lighthouse, which you will receive for your flawless run, that is, 7 victories, as a Master version. You can earn the weapon until next Tuesday, March 30, at 7:00 PM.

This week’s adept weapon is: The machine gun “Unwavering Duty”
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The MG “Unwavering Duty” is this week’s adept

Focus on what you want: Through the focusing system, players can now also focus on old armors and weapons they want or are still missing.

Your earned Trials Engrams can be focused at the 14th Saint on your desired weapon. Additionally, there are enhancement prisms and ascendant shards. Remember that your reward will further increase once you have a complete pass—even if you lost one or two games.

When do the Trials officially start? The Trials of Osiris begin today, May 26, 2023, at 7:00 PM and end with the Weekly Reset on May 30, 2023, at 7:00 PM.

These Trials changes await you in Season 21:

Trials with a new main game mode “Territory”: The new mode is team-oriented and will be activated as the main game mode for Trials starting in Season 21. This change will make it more difficult for teammates to carry others to the Lighthouse, as it places a lot of emphasis on solid teamwork.

The “Territory” mode allows players to capture zones to earn points, similar to “Control.”

Additionally, you will have to prove yourself much more from Season 21 on if you want to gild the title “Flawless.” Bungie aims to bring a certain level of core competence into the game to show that the player deserves the title “Flawless Gilded” through hard work.

For this, there is a new emblem that is obtained when you open the Flawless Chest at the Lighthouse and have not incurred a setback in any of the victories necessary for it. This means you must earn the medal “Dove’s Flight” for every victory. This should present a significant challenge.

These new and old Trials rewards await you in Season 21:

  • For the first time, a Trials glaive called “Unexpected Return” enters the game. It is an adaptive Arc glaive that can be earned during the weekend of June 9.
  • “The Messenger,” the well-known kinetic pulse rifle with high impact, will return on the weekend of June 16.
Season 21 offers new and old rewards in the Trials

The following weapons will be removed from the standard loot pool in Season 21, but the non-master versions will be available through legacy focusing with the 14th Saint:

  • “The Inquisitor” – Shotgun
  • “Pfeifer’s Mood” – Bow

To adorn yourselves, these new cosmetics can be hunted in Season 21 and underline your status as a seasoned PvP player:

  • Exotic Ghost Shell called Trace of a Hero
  • Exotic ship named “Heartfelt Memory”
  • Exotic sparrow “Survivor’s Journey”
  • A new shader called “Magnificent Patina” when you first open the Lighthouse reward chest in Season 21.

A bug and a new mode: Especially solo players have rarely been able to shine in Trials. Bungie has now confirmed that there was indeed a problem with the lobby balancer that led solo players with high skills to often feel that matches were geared against them.

A solution has now been implemented for Season 21 that overrides the skills of all in the challenger pool with the same value, making lobby balancing effectively random for those aiming for Flawlessness.

Since this abolishes player search based on game passes, you also won’t need to reset your card if you want to help a friend reach the lighthouse after you’ve already been there. The number of victories on the card no longer affects the difficulty of the matches.

What will your choice be? Dungeon or Trials? Let us know in the comments.

If you opt for the dungeon, then this ugly but also really good exo might be worth a closer look:

Destiny 2: A new Exo from Season 21 is so ugly that I no longer dare to venture into the open world

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FIFA 23: Ligue 1 TOTS is now live, with powerful cards for Neymar, Mbappé, Messi

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In FIFA 23 the Ligue 1 TOTS is happening today. It is the next step in the Team-of-the-Season event. We will show you all the information here.

Update, 7:00 PM: The Ligue 1 TOTS is now known! Included are absolute top cards for Messi (98), Mbappé (97), as well as players like Renato Sanches (92) and Neymar (96). Thus, some of the best cards in FIFA 23 are now available. You can see the complete TOTS of Ligue 1 here:

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The complete Ligue 1 TOTS

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When is the Ligue 1 TOTS coming? The new TOTS cards from Ligue 1 will be available on Friday, May 26 at 7:00 PM in the game. You will find them in Ultimate Team.

What is the Ligue 1 TOTS? The Ligue 1 TOTS consists of the best players from the first league in France from the expiring season. The chosen players will be part of the “Team of the Season” and will receive greatly enhanced cards.

After the release, the cards will end up in the packs of FIFA 23, but will be hard to pull – the chances of getting top cards are low. However, you can also earn them through the Weekend League. Additionally, there will be SBCs and tasks related to the TOTS that you can complete in Ultimate Team.

Do you want to know how the TOTS continues? Here you will find the schedule for Team of the Season in FIFA 23.

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Who is coming to the Ligue 1 TOTS? Leaks about the event

These are the leaks: Even now, the first names are circulating of which players could end up in the TOTS. For example, the well-known leaker FutSheriff reported on Twitter and published some names that are supposed to appear in the Team of the Season.

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And these include real top cards, because there are some brutally strong players in Ligue 1 who are very popular in FIFA right now.

According to FutSheriff (via Twitter), the following players are supposed to come as TOTS cards:

  • Renato Sanches
  • Neymar
  • Mbappé
  • Messi
  • Marquinhos
  • Verratti
  • Ben Yedder
  • Cabella
  • Lacazette
  • Clauss
  • Nuno Mendes
  • Sissoko
  • Todibo
  • Samba
  • André
  • Openda

However, these are leaks, not official data. Whether these players or all of these players will land in the Team of the Season will only be clear once the final team is announced by EA Sports.

The TOTS is one of the biggest events in FIFA, but also one where you can feel that the season is slowly coming to an end. And gradually, the focus shifts to the successor to FIFA 23: EA Sports FC.

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Can you play Diablo 4 offline on PC, PS5, and Xbox?

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Diablo 4 will celebrate its release soon, but can you play Blizzard’s action RPG offline? MeinMMO has all the important answers for you.

Diablo 4 launches on June 5 on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. But many are asking: Can I play the action RPG offline, or do I have to be constantly connected to some server?

MeinMMO presents all the important information about Diablo 4 and explains when and how you can play.

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Diablo 4: The Official Story Trailer for Release

You cannot play Diablo 4 offline at release

Can you play Diablo 4 offline? No. Diablo 4 officially does not support an offline mode. Blizzard has explicitly stated that you will need an online connection.

Even if you want to enjoy Diablo 4 mainly in single-player mode and are not interested in multiplayer, you still need an internet connection while playing.

Could an offline mode follow in the future? No, that is very unlikely. Because Diablo 4 relies on a live service model with strong online connectivity, which all require an online mode:

Many contents are also designed to be tackled with other players. Features like the “Shared World” also cannot be turned off. Even if your fellow players get on your nerves, you have to live with them. The developers had already explained at the beginning that Diablo 4 should not be an MMO.

And if you are wondering what hardware you need for Diablo 4, take a look at the following article on MeinMMO. Here we present the system requirements in detail and tell you what kind of PC you really need:

Diablo 4: How much does a PC cost if I want to play the action RPG?

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Destiny 2: A new Exo from Season 21 is so ugly that some are too afraid to venture into the open world with it

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In Destiny 2, everything revolves around spectacular gear, breathtaking worlds, and epic battles. However, with the release of Season 21, Bungie introduced a new exotic for the Warlock that divides the opinions of Guardians. MeinMMO takes a look at the new “Ugly Piece” of driftwood and tells you if it’s worth the sight.

What Exotics has Destiny 2 added in Season 21: As with every season, the “Season of Depth” has washed new Exotics up on the shores of Destiny 2. One for each class.

So after the first part of the seasonal dive story was completed, many were curiously browsing the collection and saw the following:

  • The Hunter received the new armor exotic “Triton’s Burden”
    • With the perk “Arm of the Halberd”, the reload speed and melee damage of glaives increase when surrounded. Additionally, glaive melee final blows overflow a projectile into the magazine. Glaive projectile final blows create explosions when the glaive deals damage corresponding to your focus.
  • The Titan received a romantic, floral armor exotic called “Thorn Guardian”
    • The perk “Barricade” channels defensive light when the class ability, i.e., the barricade, is used. It also grants a grenade that creates a barricade upon impact.

However, upon seeing the Warlock exotic, many Guardians wondered: “What on earth is that hideous thing? Ornament! Right now!”

The new Warlock exotic “Zenotaph Mask” – hideous but good

The hideous sight is the new Warlock exotic “Zenotaph Mask” from Season 21.

  • Its perk “High Priority” gradually reloads a portion of the magazine of an equipped glaive from reserves. When you deal damage to a boss, miniboss, or vehicle with a glaive that corresponds to your focus, it will be marked as a priority target. When allies take out the priority target, they receive heavy ammo. You yourself receive special ammo.

Not only have Warlocks been wearing “bathrobes” in Destiny 2 for years. Now they also received an exotic that looks like an ugly aircraft carrier made of driftwood. Many clicked into the Eververse and prayed to find an ornament for it – but in vain.

But at least. You don’t have to unpack the brown paper bag to hide right away, because what the exotic can do seems pretty good – despite the bad optics.

Zenotaph Mask – Ugly Nightmare or Hidden Jewel?

Looks or function – what is better? The opinions of Warlocks about their new wooden look are definitely divided. It indeed feels a bit strange to dare to step into the world of Destiny 2 with this “board on your head.” Cool is somehow different.

For this reason, some Guardians don’t warm up to the “Coffee Table Mask” at all. Some even see it as an upside-down boot of a Hive Knight that one is now wearing on their head and that is also much too big.

The Guardian overthisbynow, however, sees it as balancing justice:

I mean, Titans literally get towers for their shoulders. It was only fair that we Warlocks now get spacecraft for our heads.

the Destiny player overthisbynow thinks.
  • NitroScott77 is already thinking of more functionalities: “Bruh, it’s perfect! Your teammates can stand on your head. There’s no better support option than a head platform!”

Others, on the other hand, are excited about the new exotic wooden piece from Bungie.

  • As amazinj2084 commented in the Bungie forum: “I like this piece of firewood on my Warlock’s head. I will wear it just because it’s ugly.”
  • A_Hideous_Beast finds: “It’s ugly. But I love it for this reason. I like it when Bungie tries something different, [like recently in the raid “Root of Nightmares” with the additional arms on the armor] and [also] this abnormally long helmet.”
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Destiny 2: “Season of the Depth” lets Guardians dive into the water

Ugly, but good: While some players let their decisions be influenced by the external appearance, others argue that it is important to recognize the added value of the exotic and to use its abilities in gameplay.

Some “Destiny 2” players have already formed a surprisingly positive opinion about the visually controversial exotic after the first tests, arguing that while the look of the exotic may take some getting used to, it is still an extremely effective and powerful piece of armor. Something that should not be neglected.

Thus, the Zenotaph Mask is said to be a perfect exotic for the endgame and ideal for builds with the support exotic “Divinity”. We already see it as one of the best exotics in the future.

  • It’s basically an “Actium War Gear” for glaives that generates heavy ammo for allies and works great so far at 100% and even faster.
  • Additionally, the effect can be combined in a team with the exotic Aeon Armguards when you want maximum heavy ammo.
  • Weapons like “Divinity”, “Coldheart”, or “Agers Scepter” will play pretty great with it. Basically, any exotic glaive.

This means with the “Zenotaph Mask” you can mark a boss, a vehicle, a champion, or a named enemy with a yellow bar as a primary target with any glaive and have your allies take it out, for example, with a finisher. This drops a block of heavy ammo for your allies and once special ammo for the Warlock.

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The user Xslaughteredx on the other hand, has a completely different theory as to why the exotic was designed that way: “[Bungie] made it so ugly just so they can sell you a decent-looking ornament for silver later on,” referring to the recent introduction of the ornament for the Warlock’s exotic “Starfire Protocol”. It was nerfed at the start of Season 21 and received an ornament at the same time.

The heated debate surrounding the ugly exotic in Destiny 2 also raises an interesting question: Should players judge more by the functionality and benefits of a piece of gear, or should the aesthetic design take precedence?

And what do you personally think about the new exotic of the Warlock? Do you like it? Or do you say that the creative armor designer at Bungie deserves a reprimand for this piece?

By the way: Other items in Destiny 2 also have a visually peculiar look that is ugly-unique:

The 5 ugliest items from Destiny 2 that I would rather never have received

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New Barbie movie is supposed to be for everyone who hates Barbie – But gamers immediately see a connection to Diablo 4

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A new Barbie movie is coming soon. The trailer is already exciting hundreds of thousands of potential viewers worldwide. However, some scenes bear a strong resemblance to the upcoming Diablo 4. Journalist Jason Schreier is highlighting a particular moment.

This is the new trailer: A new Barbie movie from Warner Bros. will hit theaters on July 20. Starring Margot Robbie (Harley Quinn from Suicide Squad) as Barbie and Ryan Gosling (Blade Runner 2049, La La Land) as Ken.

On May 25, the studio released a new trailer featuring the film. Barbie celebrates with her friends and poses a strange question: Do you ever think about dying?

She then suddenly notices strange changes, especially in her feet. They are suddenly flat and no longer have a high-heel posture. This puts her in a dilemma, and an apparently older Barbie explains to her: she must now go into the real world to clarify this.

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The new trailer for the Barbie movie shows what the famous doll has to do in the real world

“I call this Brand Synergy”

Jason Schreier shared a tweet showing two scenes from the Barbie trailer and the reveal trailer of Diablo 4. The screenshots appear to reflect each other.

Schreier calls this “Brand Synergy.” This refers to the effect when several companies advertise similarly to make the impact significantly stronger than if they stood alone:

https://twitter.com/jasonschreier/status/1661799305370320896

Other scenes are also quite similar, such as when Barbie floats away from her house. Lilith has a similar descent from her bloody rags when she is summoned. Just not so pink.

In the comments, some users are excited that they are finally part of the target audience. The obligatory comparisons to Tarantino are, of course, also there, after all, it is about feet.

Some are even asking for a Lilith version of Barbie. However, whether this will ever appear is rather unlikely.

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And what about the movie? The trailer says that the new Barbie movie is explicitly meant for everyone who hates Barbie. And it generates excitement: both on Reddit and on YouTube, there are tons of positive comments. Many believe the meme potential is enormous.

In the editorial office of MeinMMO, several people, who wish to remain unnamed, have already decided that they want to see the movie.

Anyway, something less embarrassing:

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A new survival shooter on Steam lets you travel back in time to fight zombies with tanks

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A new survival shooter on Steam combines time travel with zombies and makes you a fearless resistance fighter with war machinery.

What kind of game is this? The Front (PC) is a survival game by Samar Studio that is set to be released in Early Access on Steam and will soon start a closed beta.

Gameplay-wise, The Front combines typical survival mechanics like building and crafting with shooter elements. In addition to various firearms and their attachments, there are war vehicles such as helicopters, amphibious vehicles, and tanks.

You will use various weapons to fight against zombies, imperial forces, outcasts, rogues, and rebels. However, other players may also encounter you on the battlefield, as the Steam page for the survival shooter mentions online PvP.

You can watch the official beta trailer for The Front here:

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The Front shows action-packed shooter gameplay in the beta trailer

A tyrannical empire turns people into zombies

What is the game about? In The Front, you play as a resistance fighter who travels back in time to stop the rise of a tyrannical empire.

The ruling empire has conquered the world using a technology that turned people into mindless zombies, which you fight against with weaponry.

A battle is imminent that will determine the fate of humanity.

How can you participate in the beta? To participate in the closed beta of The Front, you must fill out a survey created via “Google Forms.” You can find the link in a post on Steam.

In the survey, the developers would like to know what type of games you have played in the past six months, how many hours, whether you prefer PvE or PvP, and what kind of graphics card you have.

Additionally, you are asked to provide an email address and your Discord username, where you will be informed about your participation in the beta if the developers select you for the test.

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Since this is also a closed beta, the developers emphasize that you must sign a non-disclosure agreement. Thus, you may not talk about what you see or experience in the beta.

A non-disclosure agreement during a closed testing phase is, however, not unusual. The developer studio Digital Extremes also requires an NDA for the closed beta of Wayfinder.

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Twitch streamer wants to share a beautiful moment from his life, but fans are only interested in his hair

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The 36-year-old Jaryd “summit1g” Lazar was formerly active as a CS:GO professional and is now a successful streamer on Twitch. Now the content creator got engaged and proudly shared the photos, but some fans only have eyes for one detail.

What’s the story behind the trademark? To say that summit1g often wears a cap would be a gross understatement. In fact, until recently, it was an absolute rarity to see the streamer “without a top”.

Now the streamer shared photos of his engagement and astonished fans with the full head of hair that is usually hidden under the usual caps.

The former Fortnite streamer Tyler “Ninja” Blevins was known for his blue hair.

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Fans focus on what matters

How did he announce his engagement? On March 26, summit1g announced his engagement to Twitch streamer Caroline aka “Lilchipmunk”. He shared two photos on Twitter with the words: “She said ‘Yes’! And I love her.”

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How are the reactions? On Twitter, where summit1g announced his engagement, the comments are roughly what you would expect: Congratulations from friends, colleagues, and fans are piling up.

On Reddit, where the good news was shared in the streaming community LivestreamFail, the situation is quite different. The top comment with 1,500 upvotes reads: “Summit has hair under the cap?” and the author is not alone in this:

  • CrimsonBlossom feels quite betrayed: “I’m not watching him anymore. I only watched him for the representation of bald heads in gaming.”
  • NojoNinja summarizes the thoughts of many: “He wears so many caps that I thought he would be bald underneath.”

Why is this such a big deal? Even if some of the comments are likely meant to be taken with a certain wink, the 36-year-old is hardly recognizable at first glance without his caps and with a beard.

For some fans, the sight is probably so familiar that they didn’t realize that the streamer still has hair under the cap. Others simply suspected that he was trying to disguise his hair loss with the headgear.

summit1g had already disproven this in mid-March with a Twitter post, but those who may not follow the streamer that closely were still likely surprised by the sight of the full head of hair.

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Surprisingly, this is not the first time the sight of hair has caused excitement among a content creator’s community. The Minecraft YouTuber Dream hid his face for years, causing fans to freak out over just a few strands of hair.

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Keanu Reeves was in Matrix and John Wick, but he did not get that one role

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Keanu Reeves (58) embodied some iconic figures in cinema history with Neo in Matrix and John Wick in the eponymous film series. However, one role was denied to the popular actor.

Which film is it about? In 1999, Keanu Reeves established himself as a Hollywood superstar with his role as hacker Neo in the sci-fi film “Matrix”. But he already had his eye on the next big film series:

In an interview with the Australian magazine Rip It Up, he revealed back then that he wanted to travel through Middle-earth alongside Frodo in “The Lord of the Rings”.

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Which role was he aiming for? Keanu Reeves likely felt made for the role of Aragorn – and he was ready to do anything for it. He reported to Rip It Up about his desire to get the part:

I want to play Strider in The Lord of the Rings […] and I might have to beg for the role. I have people making calls now. I hope he [Peter Jackson] thinks I am the right person for the part. I am your man. I’m here.

Despite all his efforts, Keanu Reeves came up empty-handed. As known, it was Viggo Mortensen who got to portray the rightful heir of Gondor. In any case, the decision did not hinder the success of the franchise.

The Lord of the Rings was celebrated by both audiences and critics, grossed nearly 3 billion USD worldwide, and became the most awarded film series in Oscar history with 30 nominations and 17 awards.

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Did you know that Keanu Reeves wanted to be in The Lord of the Rings back then? Can you imagine the actor in the role of Aragorn, or are you glad that Peter Jackson made a different choice back then? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

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17 year old MMORPG brings its first big update 2023, shows us the world exclusive trailer

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Fiesta Online, a Free2Play Anime MMORPG from gamigo AG, now brings its first major update in two years. We have the trailer ready for you exclusively. Watch the video here, and let yourself be surprised by what Fiesta Online has to offer in 2023.

What kind of game is this? The people behind the MMORPG Fiesta Online are gamigo AG. The developer and publisher are responsible for titles like Trove or Rift. Fiesta Online positions itself as a Free2Play Anime MMORPG.

It lets you take on the role of a hero to master mighty opponents and a variety of challenges. Another MMORPG is currently launching a free stress test this weekend.

The game offers you the following key features:

  • Enjoy an Anime Free2Play MMORPG
  • Select a hero from the following classes: Warrior, Priest, Archer, Mage, Joker, and Crusader
  • You will find many quests, including epic Kingdom Quests
  • Form or become part of a guild. Go on loot runs and fight powerful bosses in dungeons
  • Utilize the Master & Apprentice system, where you level up faster as an apprentice and later assist newcomers as a master
  • Party where you can dance with your friends and find your true love, whom you can marry in the game.

This is the new trailer: After the last major update Realm of the Gods was released in 2021, now comes the first major update this year, bringing us a new trailer for brand new content for the Anime MMORPG Fiesta Online.

The trailer provides an exciting look at the new add-on, namely Rise of Elga. A sinister being is seen creating a green vortex. Subsequently, monstrosities attack the underwater world of Elga, threatening to destroy it. However, it is up to you to prevent this.

Check out the exclusive trailer for the Anime MMORPG Fiesta Online here on MeinMMO.

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See the world exclusive trailer for Rise of Elga, the new content for Fiesta Online

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The new content for the MMORPG Fiesta Online promises you several features:

  • Elga: A brand new underwater world
  • 4 new zones and a new dungeon
  • New equipment
  • Accessories of level 140
  • Equipment sets that have special buffs and effects – these allow you to defeat bosses

The Rise of Elga update will be available to all players who have reached the endgame. You can find more about the update on the official website.

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Fiesta Online aims to convince mainly through its community and its graphic style, which leans towards anime. The new update tries to rekindle enthusiasm for Fiesta Online and encourages players to check out the free MMORPG.

What do you think? Do you like the new content? Will you give the game a chance now or even return? Write in our comments.

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The big Crypto Raid event starts on Saturday in Pokémon GO

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In Pokémon GO, the event “Ascending Shadows” is currently taking place, reaching its peak on Saturday. If you want to play Crypto-Raids, you should keep the day free.

For a few days now, the new Crypto-Raids have been active in Pokémon GO. Many different monsters in their Crypto forms are ready as bosses to be fought and captured by you.

On Saturday, there will be even more of these raids for you. We will show you the details for the event’s peak.

What happens on May 27 in Pokémon GO?

When does it start? The big Crypto-Raid event starts on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM local time. It will be active for ten hours and ends again at 8:00 PM.

What happens there? Niantic itself states that the event “Ascending Shadows” with Team GO Rocket reaches its peak at that time. During the ten hours, only Crypto-Raids will take place. Raids with “normal” raid bosses are not supposed to occur during this time.

So if you are excited about the new raids and can’t get enough, you should be ready on Saturday. We have analyzed the raids for you and show 3 bosses that are really worth it in Crypto-Raids. Take your chances if you want to catch some strong attackers for your collection.

In Level 1 Crypto-Raids, you will find:

  • Crypto-Quapsel*
  • Crypto-Machollo*
  • Crypto-Knofensa
  • Crypto-Tanhel*

In Level 3 Crypto-Raids, you will find:

  • Crypto-Lorblatt
  • Crypto-Igelavar
  • Crypto-Tyracroc
  • Crypto-Sniebel*

(Pokémon marked with a * can be found as Shiny)

What else is happening? At this time, you may also have the chance to see the first Shiny Crypto-Mewtwo in Pokémon GO. For many trainers, this weekend is already an important date with a focus on the new raids.

What’s next? After this weekend, we will slowly move into the next month and expect many new events to look forward to. A few dates are already known, which you can save: The dates for the Community Days in June, July, and August are set.

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