Sony has introduced the official earbuds for the PS5 in a very short teaser. There isn’t much information yet, but MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann is sure: If two important things are true, the product can only be good.
Sony officially brings new hardware for the PS5, including a new dedicated audio device for the PS5: wireless earbuds, meaning in-ear headphones that fit into one’s ears. This is the first time Sony presents in-ear headphones for a game console. Until now, there have only been over-ear headsets, like the Inzone series or the official PS5 headset.
Why is this a big topic for me? Many wireless in-ear headphones cannot be easily connected to the PS5, have an annoyingly high latency, or do not provide options for sound customization. This is also because the PS5 officially does not support foreign Bluetooth devices or only with workaround solutions.
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Ergonomics and battery life are key points
Especially two things must fit, if you disregard good sound, which the headphones hopefully provide. At least Sony has good audio experts who have already shown what you can achieve with dynamic, balanced, and very fine sound with in-ear headphones, like the WF-1000XM4.
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Point 1: On one hand, there’s ergonomics. Anyone who has ever had poorly fitting in-ears knows: These things can hurt like hell after a few hours, and you just want to rip them out of your ears.
And ergonomics is always a constant topic for me. The sound can be fantastic, powerful, and immersive – but if my ears are bleeding, there’s no fun in that. For me, as long as the sound isn’t perfect, the fit is decent.
You could argue: Why buy headphones if the sound isn’t good? But I would counter: What good is great sound if the ergonomics are just terrible?
Point 2: On the other hand, battery life is a big topic for me. The well-informed Tom Henderson mentions around 5 hours of battery life (via insider-gaming.com). That is quite sufficient for headphones if you don’t want to play the entire evening with them.
A fast charging function could also be a plus. Many devices with such a feature promise: After 30 minutes of charging, you can play for another 2 hours.
At least here, I hope for an exciting product that is supposed to hit the market sometime by the end of 2023. How good it will actually be, we will see in the end.
More tech for the PS5: The outlook isn’t quite as good for the new handheld. Because “Project Q” has already caused a lot of annoyance among viewers. You can read why the product is so controversial on MeinMMO:
Since the Twitch streamer Pia “Shurjoka” Scholz (25) has been named “Player of the Year 2023”, she has faced intense criticism. MeinMMO explains what the criticism is about and what the streamer has to say about it.
What kind of award is this? The German Computer Game Award (DCP) has been awarded since 2009 and is considered the most important award in the German gaming industry. It also serves as economic support for German game studios by the Federal Ministry of Economics. In addition to the best computer and video games, the Player of the Year is also honored.
On May 11, 2023, the Twitch streamer Pia “Shurjoka” Scholz was honored as “Player of the Year”. The 25-year-old enjoys playing strategy games like Crusader Kings III and is also an active player of Magic: The Gathering and pen-and-paper games.
Furthermore, Shurjoka is known for her political engagement. She uses her reach to advocate for equality and human rights. This sometimes causes friction.
For example, earlier this year, when she said she was very “loud” in advocating for the rights of trans people and criticized the new game Hogwarts Legacy, which is set in the Harry Potter universe. She called for a boycott in March 2022, urging people not to buy the game and raised criticism of the character “Hagrid”, who had given a boy a pig’s tail in the novels.
Now there are discussions about whether the choice of Shurjoka as Player of the Year is justified.
Why is the choice criticized? After the announcement of the Player of the Year, criticism arose on social media. Some people complained that Shurjoka shows too much “Just Chatting” and too little gaming on her Twitch channel to deserve the title.
Screenshots from the analysis site TwitchTracker were shared, revealing that the 25-year-old has spent more than 50% of her streams in the chatting category this year.
A Twitter user speculated that Shurjoka only won the award because she is “woke and loud”, while a female eSports athlete would have deserved the award more (via Twitter).
Influencer calls the award for Shurjoka a “scandal”
Who is behind the criticism? Among the critics are not only simple users of social networks like Twitter but also other influencers. The controversial opinion blogger KuchenTV released a YouTube video, in which he referred to the award as a “scandal”.
The video also featured MontanaBlack, who is among the largest German streamers. The 35-year-old claimed that Shurjoka does not play games – “or at least very rarely” (via YouTube). Furthermore, he called Shurjoka “toxic”.
For him, the award is therefore the “biggest joke of the year 2023”.
What do the numbers say? In fact, data from TwitchTracker shows that Shurjoka has spent about 55% of her streaming time in “Just Chatting” so far in 2023.
Spending so much time in “Just Chatting” has become typical for gaming streamers on Twitch, as viewers also appreciate the contact and conversation with the streamers.
For example, MontanaBlack’s “Just Chatting” proportion is at 22%. For 2023, this proportion has increased to 30%, along with 46% in CS:GO. However, MontanaBlack spends more time in the shooter opening chests than actually playing the game .
Shurjoka says critics are not concerned about the DCP, but about her
What does Shurjoka say about the criticism? In the stream on May 24, Shurjoka addressed the criticism against her. She states that discourse and factual criticism against her are legitimate. She can and must endure this as a public figure and as a “woman with a political opinion”.
She is particularly upset that every time she appears in videos by male influencers, their community floods her with hate messages, threats of violence, especially with sexualized violence.
The reason why people criticize her is not that important.
Some people just have something against her, which varies every time: sometimes Hogwarts Legacy, sometimes a supposed double standard, and now the DCP. The ongoing criticism now leads to her being unable to properly enjoy positive events:
It really feels particularly terrible when you reach a point in your life where you no longer dare to be happy about things that happen to you. […] Because you must expect that a video will be made about everything that happens, and you will receive thousands of threats of violence. That is really harsh and really exhausting.
Shurjoka explains the DCP: ‘Political award with gaming relevance’
What does Shurjoka say about the award itself? Already on May 12, Shurjoka addressed the criticism of the award ceremony and explained on Twitter that she is a “Variety streamer.” This means that she does not specialize in a few games or topics.
Rather, variety streamers prioritize diversity. Shurjoka states that she usually starts her streams with a segment in “Just Chatting” and then switches to a variety of different games. Thus, it is logical that the time she spends chatting is greater than the time spent on individual games (via Twitter).
However, since the criticism has not ceased, she addressed the topic again in the stream on May 24. In that stream, she referred to the official definition of the award. It is not awarded for the best players or those with the highest playtime.
Instead, it is a political award given to individuals in the gaming scene who either stand out through exceptional gaming performance or through their political and social engagement.
For Shurjoka, it is therefore justified that she, as a player who engages socially, is awarded the title of “Player of the Year”.
Even outside of the DCP, some women in gaming continuously face accusations that they are not “real” gamers for some reason. Whether it’s due to their choice of games or the clothing they wear while gaming and streaming.
Actually, Pokémon GO is a perfect game for parents who want to play with their children. However, a child of one father recently caused him to lose his most valuable item.
Wandering around, collecting Pokémon, engaging in a few battles: Pokémon GO is a game that can excite and occupy both children and adults. It’s no wonder that parents also enjoy going on monster hunts with their kids.
However, things can also go wrong, as one father recently had to find out. User “Nanospectro” posted a screenshot in the Pokémon GO subreddit of a father from his community (via reddit). This player, referred to as “Nicholas,” had given his four-year-old child his phone with Pokémon GO to catch the weekly research breakthrough.
The trainer’s child achieved this brilliantly, successfully capturing the bug Pokémon Paras. Unfortunately, he did it with the new Masterball – the only one currently available.
The rare Masterball disappears just like that
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This is how the community reacts: The relevant post in the Pokémon GO subreddit is being thoroughly discussed by the community. The Masterball has just recently arrived in Pokémon GO, and additional copies are expected to be rarely available. When one can get another is currently completely uncertain.
Accordingly, many trainers save the ball for something special since the Masterball guarantees a 100% catch rate for any wild Pokémon. This makes creatures like the constantly fleeing Galar birds very desirable among many players as Pokémon for which the Masterball should be used.
Paras from the research breakthrough, on the other hand, is likely very, very low on the list of suitable candidates.
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That’s why trainers are currently joking a bit about the situation:
“It gets even funnier when Nicholas sees a 3500-CP Galar bird later in the day,” says one user (via reddit).
“What? The child is just a bug collector. That was the ultimate reward for him,” speculates another trainer (via reddit): “That, or the Paras mushroom jumped onto the human and commanded him to do it.”
“I knew such posts would come… but MY GOD,” another one empathizes (via reddit).
“It hurts to see that,” writes a user (via reddit).
In the further comments, some trainers discuss that such situations can indeed happen more often with children. Some also write that Pokémon have been sent, stardust has been spent, or items like star pieces or lucky eggs have suddenly disappeared after kids played unsupervised.
In such cases, the Masterball can also quickly disappear. Some players now fear that theirs could also be affected:
“I’m afraid my 4-year-old will do the same if I don’t watch. So I’m planning to finish the quest only when I’m ready to use the Masterball,” explains one (via reddit).
“I have small children who love Pokémon GO. I share the concern, the ball is even pink and purple, which are their favorite colors,” comments one (via reddit).
Some trainers simply advise keeping an eye on how the child plays – or alternatively, creating a separate account for them. Others suggest leveling up the Paras to best buddy now – after all, it’s something special with the Masterball.
Have you experienced similar situations? And what do you do with your Masterball? Let us know in the comments!
Do you want to see what the Masterball looks like in action, but don’t want to throw it yourself? Here you can find the animation of the new Masterball.
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The responsible parties behind The Elder Scrolls Online recently introduced one of the two new companions in the upcoming add-on Necrom. The developer Zenimax Online Studios is now revealing the characteristics and what sets this companion apart.
Who is the new companion? The new companion embodies the new class of an Arcanist, which is being introduced with the add-on Necrom to the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online. According to the developer Zenimax Online Studios this is a playable class that has been in development for 2 years.
The companion is named Azandar al-Cybiades. While his personality may overshadow his talents, he is quite skilled at using the abilities of an Arcanist.
He is referred to as an exceptional Arcanist who is knowledgeable in the use of magic, arcane studies, and – it is rumored – cooking.
Check out the new areas of the add-on Necrom here.
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ESO shows the mysterious new areas in the trailer – How dark Necrom will be
What is known about the lore of Azandar al-Cybiades? According to a writing from Elydrina Nathriin, the head of Azandar al-Cybiades and a follower of the Shad Astula Academy, the character of Azandar al-Cybiades is discussed (via elderscrollsonline.com). This details the companion’s following characteristics:
It is a letter to a cousin who plans to collaborate with an extraordinary Arcanist named Azandar al-Cybiades, who researches transliminal theories about daedric realms.
The cousin is warned about Azandar’s character and some of his negative traits: arrogant, complex, irresponsible, and unable to take criticism.
An anecdote is told about Azandar’s unethical research in a ruin in Skywatch, where he sabotaged the work of Telenger the Artist and delved into a mysterious puzzle.
The sender ultimately advises the cousin to stay away from Azandar.
Herald of the Folio: This is a damage-oriented skill line that uses arcane energies to attack enemy targets and generate Crux.
Curative Rune Forms: This represents the healing-oriented skill line. As the name suggests, runes are used for healing, supporting allies, and creating portals.
Apocryphal Soldier: This skill line is aimed at tanks. It allows you to draw the group’s aggro onto yourself and improve defenses.
When is the new add-on Necrom coming out? The new add-on is set to launch on June 5 for PC and Mac. The release date for the PlayStation and Xbox consoles is currently scheduled for June 20 (via Steam).
Once again, additional rewards are available with different versions of the game. If you purchase the Deluxe Collection: Necrom in advance, you will receive various items, such as a mount.
What do you think? Will you try the new add-on Necrom and attempt it with the companion Azandar al-Cybiades? Let us know in the comments.
The PlayStation Showcase 2023 has brought some great announcements and reveals, says MeinMMO author Jakob Gerden. However, a personal favorite of his is a particular game, namely Dragon’s Dogma 2 from game developer Capcom. A reveal trailer was released during the showcase. Why it brings him back to the roots as an MMORPG player, namely solo RPGs, you can find out here.
What does the reveal trailer show? Admittedly, the trailer does not reveal too many details about the gameplay. Instead, it brims with cinematics and combat scenes that promise an action spectacle.
Following the already made announcement, the reveal trailer gives us a proper first look at what Dragon’s Dogma 2 has to offer.
Watch the reveal trailer for Dragon’s Dogma 2 here.
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Dragon’s Dogma 2 Trailer PS5
It impresses with a graphical upgrade over the first part and shows again the features that made the first part so special:
A presumably open world set in a medieval fantasy realm filled with forests and mountain ranges.
Characters that remind me of people from Game of Thrones, but also from The Witcher, specifically Yennefer here.
You see boss monsters, including a griffin that also reminds you of the king griffin from The Witcher universe, or a supposed chimera as well as a red dragon – adversaries from the first part.
The musical accompaniment raises my expectations even more. The title makes it difficult for me to ignore this action RPG, especially as an MMORPG lover, due to all the above-mentioned features. Not to mention I was already fascinated by the first part.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 offers everything I have been missing more and loved in part 1.
Fights against giant opponents, like in Shadow of the Colossus on the PlayStation 2, where you had to climb along them to get to the creature’s weak points. A proverbial battle like David against Goliath.
Then there’s the open world, which seemed infinitely large to me, and the group play that I enjoyed back then in Baldur’s Gate or the Dragon Age series.
The setting is also crucial. A classic fantasy world inspired by the Middle Ages has always been part of an RPG for me.
If one goes by the dramaturgy in the reveal trailer, there could also be a good story hidden. How this plays out, with twists that could provide one or the other surprise, cannot be answered at this point.
Nonetheless, it reminds me of the good old days when the internet was not always available. You also want to find yourself in an RPG that is specifically woven around you. Thus, I sometimes miss in MMORPGs the feeling of having made an important contribution to the game.
Instead of being just a part of the whole – as it often seems in MMORPGs, I also want to be at the center of the story. And apparently, only solo RPGs can offer me that.
One of the characters from Dragon’s Dogma 2 reminds me of Yennefer from the Witcher series
What kind of game is this? Dragon’s Dogma is the highly anticipated sequel to the action RPG from 2012. It is set to release on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam. The game comes from Capcom. It revolves around an Awakened who wakes up in a dungeon. He is missing his heart, which, as in part 1, was stolen by a bloodthirsty dragon.
This dragon devastates everything in its path. Meanwhile, it is up to you to find out who our protagonist is and where his destiny will lead him. The developer moreover promises the following features (via nichegamer.com):
The gameplay offers you different ways to tackle things. Use up to 3 Pawns, artificial beings that have emerged from the rift and stand by your side.
Climb, manipulate, and fight various monsters.
Choose from different weapons such as swords, bows, or use magic to defeat your enemies.
Customize your character to your liking and choose from various vocations.
What do you think? Have you played Dragon’s Dogma 1? Does it belong to your highlights of the PlayStation Showcase 2023? Write about it in our comments.
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When everything seems to go downhill in Destiny 2, the universe is on the brink of collapse, and the prospect of salvation seems out of reach, the only thing left is a gunslinger with the biggest ego the loot shooter has ever seen. And that’s exactly what Bungie announced at the PlayStation Show for the final DLC of the “Light and Darkness” saga.Cayde-6 ♠ is back!
What huge spoiler did Bungie show? Many players and Guardians followed the PlayStation Showcase by Sony on May 24, 2023, as they already suspected that details about Bungie’s future plans would be revealed there. And that’s exactly what happened.
Bungie teased at the show “Marathon”, a sci-fi PvP extraction shooter, bringing back its original concept from 1994. The new game is currently in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Soon after, a familiar face appeared in another teaser trailer, as Bungie gave Destiny 2 players an exciting preview of the final DLC of the Light and Darkness saga in 2024.
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Destiny 2: Teaser trailer for the DLC “The Final Form”
“We end at the beginning”
Cayde-6, the lovable yet most arrogant Exo-Guardian, returns to save the universe, and he would likely say with a smirk: “Someone has to do it!”
Cayde who? If you don’t know or have forgotten the brash hero: He was not only the contact for the Hunter Vanguard, noodle soup destroyer, and a gunslinger, but also recently a tragic hero in Destiny 2. Oh, and actually, he is dead. Killed by the hand of Uldren Sov, whom you now know as Crow in the game.
Back then, players in 2018 had to watch in the Forsaken DLC as Cayde-6 succumbed to a tragic fate and died by the shot of his own weapon. Many thought this was the end for the beloved character, but Bungie apparently has other plans.
With his cheeky, sarcastic nature and outstanding shooting skills with his hand cannon “Pikass”, he has earned a special place in the hearts of some players in Destiny 2.
For some, he was a fan favorite because he often made them chuckle with his cool attitude in the game.
Others couldn’t stand him at all and were glad he was gone.
To ensure he is not forgotten, Bungie erected a monument to him in Lightfall on the Tower, reminding players of him.
What can Guardians expect in “The Final Form”? Season 21 is currently underway. The new DLC, which is set to release in 2024 and will conclude the story of Destiny 2, is still a long way off.
Nevertheless, it promises to be an epic finale for the “Light and Darkness” saga. While details are still sparse, the developers have provided some speculative insights into the story.
Already now, the forces of light and darkness are irreconcilably opposed, and the Guardians must pass their ultimate test to determine the fate of the universe.
The Vanguard continues in Season 21 to follow the Witness and thereby the darkness through the mysterious portal that was opened kaleidoscopically in the Traveler. The Titan Joxer was brave and tried to fly through alone, where he, according to lore, experienced strange things before he died brutally.
A first look inside the Traveler? In the trailer, it seems like this has finally been achieved. Ikora is seen in a rather peaceful world. Next to her is her ghost – so she is not dead. But somehow, nothing is there anymore, just a paradisiacal landscape, the large portal that was opened through the veil, and Cayde-6.
Is Ikora here inside the Traveler? On the other side of the portal?
So have we seen a first look inside the Traveler? Quite possible! Perhaps it is the place where lightbearers end when their light departs, returning to the Traveler as part of its essence.
Now we are here. Wherever “here” is.
Cayde-6 in the new teaser trailer for the Destiny 2 DLC “The Final Form”
Cayde-6 himself also seems a little changed.
His weapon, the exotic hand cannon “Pikass” designed by him, has strangely glowing cracks, as if it has been broken and reassembled.
The Exo’s eyes also shine, as if the light of the Traveler is shining from them. He seems no longer quite the same, more like a memory returning to calm Ikora and save fate.
And there’s one more thing hanging in the air: Will there perhaps even be a meeting with Uldren Sov, aka Crow, his murderer? And will he take revenge on him? Or is he just back to help the Guardians as a mentor and ally?
Bungie brings back the old voice actor: After all, it’s not just Cayde-6 returning. His former voice actor in the English original, Nathan Fillion (known from series like Castle or Firefly), will also reprise the role of Cayde for the Destiny universe. And this could also extend beyond the last DLC, when the first saga ends and Bungie lets Destiny 2 rise in a new universe.
Nathan Fillion also casually announced his return personally on Instagram today:
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When will there be more about the DLC “The Final Form”? On August 22, 2023, Bungie will show a livestream where the Destiny development team will reveal everything you need to know about the new DLC “The Final Form” and provide a preview of the future of Destiny 2. It will be exciting and will bring many Guardians the decision of whether to remain loyal to Destiny or not.
What did you think of the little preview? Did you discover any more details that you found exciting? And of course the question: What do you think about the return of Cayde-6? Best step? Or just warmed-up old times? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Season 21 has also brought a new look and makes Guardians hate shotguns in PvP even more:
In Pokémon GO everything revolves around exploring the surroundings and the associated movement. We from MeinMMO therefore want to know from you how many kilometers you cover per week.
What role do kilometers play in Pokémon GO? Unlike most other games, Pokémon GO focuses on movement. So if you want to catch the little pocket monsters, complete raids, and hatch eggs, you have to go outside.
The developers emphasize again and again that they want to bring players together on-site in this way and that trainers should explore their surroundings. And not only that: A trainer even lost 15 kilograms with the help of the game.
Those who move a lot can also look forward to one or the other reward. Therefore, we want to know from you how many kilometers you cover per week in Pokémon GO.
How much do you walk in Pokémon GO?
For many Pokémon GO trainers, walking is a central theme. Many wish to not only be on the lookout for new monsters or hatch their eggs, but also try to secure the weekly reward. For this, some players cover 50 kilometers or even more within 7 days.
Please feel free to anonymously tell us in our survey how many kilometers you walk per week in Pokémon GO:
Where can you see the kilometers covered? You can see how many kilometers you have covered in the last days in the game. Click on your avatar and scroll down in the “YOU” tab. Below your statistics, you will find the sentence “You have walked X km this week!” followed by a Himmihbeeren graphic. If you have reached one of the reward levels, the gray berry is replaced by a green round circle with a checkmark.
How are the kilometers determined? When you play Pokémon GO and move, the game determines your location and can measure the distance covered. However, even without actively playing, the kilometers walked can be registered, provided you have activated the “Adventure Sync” feature.
This feature utilizes data from fitness apps like Google Fit with your consent, which in turn register steps based on your smartphone’s movements. This way, it is generally possible for you to collect kilometers even with the game closed. However, trainers repeatedly report problems on social networks regarding this (via reddit.com). As a result, not all data is always recorded accurately.
Why is walking in Pokémon GO worthwhile?
Hatching eggs: If you want to secure the Pokémon from your eggs, you will have no choice but to move. These can only hatch if you place them in an incubator and cover a certain distance. This can be especially interesting for Pokémon that cannot be caught in other ways, like Ignivor at the moment.
Special rewards: Those who move a lot in Pokémon GO can not only encounter many wild monsters and hatch their eggs, but also have a chance to receive a special reward.
Niantic determines every week how many kilometers you have covered in the past days. If you have walked 5 kilometers or more, you can look forward to the so-called Adventure Sync reward.
Every Monday at 09:00 AM local time, this reward is distributed. Depending on the distance covered, you will receive balls and stardust. From 25 km onwards, you can even look forward to special 5 and 10 km eggs.
Progress with the buddy Pokémon: And regular walking can also be worthwhile for the status of your buddy. With this, you can earn hearts by taking pictures, feeding, or playing with your buddy, which will increase the friendship level, as well as exploring your surroundings together.
This way, you earn one heart for every 2 kilometers you walk together in one day. Additionally, for a location you visit for the first time in the presence of your buddy, you earn another heart. This way, you can quickly become best buddies, which can give you a particular advantage in battle.
Moreover, your buddy Pokémon can collect valuable candies while walking, which you can later use for evolution or power-ups. The distance you need to cover for this varies depending on the monster and ranges from 1 km to 20 km. Through the gift of a Knursp, you can temporarily halve the distance.
What motivates you to walk in Pokémon GO? Are you one of the players who cover countless kilometers every week? Or are you more of a couch potato and try to play as much as possible from home? Please let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange thoughts with other trainers.
The PS5 showcase in May 2023 fired dozens of trailers at its viewers, including hardware presentations. Special interest was attracted by the new handheld codenamed ‘Project Q’. MeinMMO gathers initial reactions.
What is Project Q? Simply put, it is a “Dual Sense” controller with an 8-inch monitor (20.32 cm screen diagonal). The screen is slightly larger than that of the standard version of the Nintendo Switch (6.2 inches / 15.75 cm).
The handheld is not a standalone gaming device, but a streaming device. Project Q utilizes the power of your PlayStation 5 and streams the console’s display. A good internet connection is required for the ‘Remote Play’ function to work smoothly.
You can find out how the first reactions are below. You can watch the trailer from the PS showcase here:
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PlayStation Showcase 2023 Accessories Sneak Peek Trailer
“We wanted a handheld, not a phone with a controller”
What are the reactions to Project Q? The new PS5 device generates mixed opinions, but with a clear trend. Many viewers have wished for a new handheld from PlayStation, but not a purely streaming device.
On YouTube, the trailer collected the most clicks and reactions on the channels of “IGN” and the official PlayStation channel. The most popular comments show a clear direction:
Under both videos, users criticize Project Q; hardly anyone can find anything appealing about it. There are indeed many comparisons to the Wii U, and the desire for a new PS Vita is repeated dozens of times.
Some users point out that they like the design. Always with the “but”, that a device with standalone games would have been better. Remote Play has been around forever; even the PS Vita from 2011 had that function.
User Pian-0 G summarizes it well: “With the release […] they are missing a big opportunity.” According to him, a competitor to the Steam Deck would have been better, with performance on par with the original PS4.
On Reddit, opinions are somewhat more divided. A thread has formed here with over 1,100 upvotes and more than 450 comments (via reddit.com). There are indeed fans.
Here, married individuals voice their struggles with the “shared TV” problem. User ProAssassin84 writes: “Guys who are married will buy this on day one. I definitely will if the price is right.” User shambler_2 agrees: “I will wait for reviews, but yes.”
User picknicksje85 argues for larger families: “It’s not for me, but I would have liked it back in the day as I have two siblings and a father who also wants to use the television. It will be useful for a number of people.”
However, a large part of the commentators also criticize the device here. Overall, the reactions are clearly negative.
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There is definitely a market for such streaming devices, but it remains to be seen whether Sony is doing itself a favor with the new device. Compared to a new Vita, development and manufacturing costs are likely to be significantly lower – it’s a gadget, not a milestone.
However, PlayStation manufacturer Sony has seemingly hit a sore spot. Sony never really broke through with its handhelds. PSP and PS Vita tended to float along rather than create waves.
But those who had a device were often satisfied – hence the wish for a continuation. Moreover, handhelds seem to be making a comeback after the release of the Steam Deck, and some manufacturers are jumping on the bandwagon – for example, Razer with its Edge.
What are your thoughts on this?
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League of Legends is known for a difficult community. Although there are many reporting options and penalties in the form of bans and chat restrictions, Riot is constantly working on adjustments to make the game friendlier. In the future, trolls should be removed from the main mode.
What does Riot want to change? Riot plans to introduce a new preliminary ban in ranked games in the coming months. If a player stands out negatively in ranked matches, they will be banned from further ranked matches. To lift the ban, the player must play in other modes without standing out negatively.
Riot describes examples of negative behavior as follows:
AFK behavior in multiple matches
Chat abuse
Feeding and thereby assisting the opponent
If a player who is no longer allowed to play ranked also stands out negatively in other game modes, they will receive bans and may not be able to play any modes in League of Legends for a certain period of time. These penalties are in addition to other penalties such as chat restrictions.
Are you excited about the LoL universe without other players? Here is the trailer for the new single-player game in the LoL universe:
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Previous adjustments pay off
What has Riot done in the past against toxic players? In the same developer post on behavioral systems, Riot also talks about the successes of the recent changes in this area.
Riot mentions the following examples of successful changes:
Automatic muting: The chat detects disruptive messages and automatically mutes the player for all.
The possibility to report people for negative behavior in the match itself and also afterward.
A better text evaluation in the game, allowing action against 15 times more disruptive texts than before.
Group chat: a dedicated chat in the game for groups without added team members.
The time between violation and penalty has been reduced.
All players who leave a game or do not actively participate now receive a penalty.
According to Riot, these adjustments are proving successful and lead to a significant decrease in disruptive behaviors.
The Diablo Event in World of Warcraft is live. There are many rewards that you can earn now – including a big mount.
For many Blizzard fans, the time is coming soon, as Diablo IV will finally be released. In the usual Blizzard fashion, the release of a new game is also celebrated in other games – such as in World of Warcraft.
What do you have to do at the event? Kill. Specifically, the treasure goblins that can appear in the game’s capitals or on the Dragon Isles. The arrival of the treasure goblins will be shown on the map about 5 minutes in advance. At the corresponding location, a portal spawns, which is also equipped with a timer.
The treasure goblins have rich loot – you should grab them!
Once the timer has expired, a treasure goblin spawns with a lot of health points – you should already have some heroes gathered there. The treasure goblin itself runs around in a panic, throwing gold and bombs everywhere. While the gold gives you a buff, you should avoid the bombs – too many of them will quickly blow out your life lights.
Where and when do the treasure goblins spawn?
Update: The times indicated below seem to be outdated. Currently, a portal spawns every 5 minutes – as soon as a treasure goblin is defeated, the next one appears.
The treasure goblins have fixed timers and regularly alternate when and where they appear. A treasure goblin appears every 30 minutes.
At even hours: Stormwind (2:00 AM, 4:00 AM, 6:00 AM etc.)
At odd hours: Orgrimmar (1:00 AM, 3:00 AM, 5:00 AM etc.)
Every half hour: Somewhere on the Dragon Isles (0:30 AM, 1:30 AM, 2:30 AM etc.)
When a treasure goblin spawns, it first happens through a portal. You then have 5 minutes to get to the portal before the goblin itself is attackable.
However, there may also be spawns that do not occur at fixed times – keep your eyes peeled.
Note that you can only see the portals on the world map when you are in the corresponding area! If you are looking for the treasure goblins on the Dragon Isles, you should briefly fly through all areas and see where the portal symbol appears. Nice players also make announcements about this in the trade channel of Valdrakken.
What rewards are there? A whole lot. If you venture out to kill the treasure goblins, you will be overwhelmed with many rewards. Most of them are not only cool but also quite useful. Because the treasure goblin has different loot. Among them, there are even some really sought-after classics, like the mount “Tyrael’s Charger”!
The list of all known rewards so far:
Baa’lial soulstone (pet)
Ensemble: Hood and Cloak of Enmity (transmog set)
Nightmare banner (toy)
Treasure-snatching bag (toy)
Tyrael’s Charger (mount)
Wirt’s fighting leg (transmog – shield hand)
Wirt’s cursed leg (transmog – two-handed mace)
Wirt’s last leg (transmog – one-handed mace)
Horadric bread bag (36-slot bag)
Cowhoof righteous cleaver (polearm)
Book of town portals (toy)
Twelve-string guitar (toy)
Additionally, there are various amulets and lucky charms that increase your stats for the duration of the event – simply because you have them in your inventory.
Those who want to grab the rewards should therefore quickly set out to hunt the treasure goblins. The event is only active until June 13, 2023 – and it is uncertain whether the rewards will return after that. If so, it will probably be at the release of Diablo V – whenever that will be.
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The inventor of ChatGPT now explains which professions are safe from AI. Unsurprisingly, these are mainly physical jobs.
AI tools like ChatGPT have revolutionized the professional lives of many people. Not without reason, many fear that developments will lead to some losing their jobs to artificial intelligence soon.
Now Sam Altman, founder of OpenAI and chief developer of ChatGPT, has spoken out. He states that 34 professions can never be replaced by AI. Unsurprisingly, these are mainly physical jobs.
PlayStation Showcase 2023 Accessories Sneak Peek Trailer
Bus drivers and masons will also have secure jobs in the future
Which professions are mentioned? According to Altman, the following jobs cannot be replaced by AI bots (via 3djuegos.com):
Masons, bricklayers, stonemasons, tile layers, and marble workers.
Cement workers and concrete processors
Carpenter assistants
Plumber assistants, plumbers, pipe fitters, and steam plant builders
Roofer helpers
Athletes and sports competitors
Divers
Fast food cooks
Hand trimmers and hand tailors
Butchers and meat packers
Installers and repairers of electrical lines
Installers and repairers of vehicle windshields
Butchers and meat packers
Bus and truck mechanics
Motorcycle mechanics
Hairdressers
Operators of paving, coating, and asphalt machines
Operators of threshing machines
Operators of oil and gas production facilities
Operators of oil and gas drilling rigs
Roofers in the mining industry.
Plasterers, drywall builders and finishers, plasterers, and stucco workers.
This means: in the near future, it is unlikely that you will get on a bus in your downtown area where an AI is in charge. Or that an AI will cut your hair in the near future. Also, the person at the TÜV who inspects your car once a year is unlikely to become an AI any time soon.
Many companies are already using AI to automate simple or time-consuming tasks. For this reason, some are even considering placing AI more in the foreground.
But this is exactly where the fears of many people come in. They fear that AI could become so good, that in the end, they will be left without a job because they are replaced by AI. Especially in artistic professions, the fear is currently great that jobs will be “rationalized away” and that during the next internal “restructuring,” they will be on the street.
A user has now also shown how much potential lies in the chatbot. Because this user earned over 1,000 euros in a day thanks to AI. How he did that can be read on MeinMMO:
The eSports player “dupreeh” and his team recently won an important tournament. He is now the only CS:GO professional who has earned 2 million USD.
Who is it about?
Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen (30) is a Danish CS:GO professional who has been playing for the eSports organization “Team Vitality” since January 2022.
In May, he participated in the Paris Major with Vitality – the last major tournament of CS:GO
In the past, dupreeh also played for TSM and won the Berlin Major 2019 with Astralis among other achievements.
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Counter-Strike 2 heralds a new era – The most important changes in the video
What major tournament did dupreeh win? In May 2023, the “Paris Major” took place in the eSports scene of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. This was a large international tournament where the best teams of the tactical shooter competed against each other.
During the tournament, dupreeh and Team Vitality paved their way to the finals of the Paris Major, where they faced the European lineup of GamerLegion. There they achieved a 2:0 victory, securing the Major win. Team Vitality was rewarded with $500,000 in prize money.
dupreeh the only CS:GO professional to surpass the 2 million mark
What does the victory mean for dupreeh? With the win of the Major, dupreeh also receives a share of the prize money, making him the only CS:GO professional to have earned over 2 million dollars through prize money – the total amount is a remarkable $2,164,164.40 (via esportsearnings.com).
This puts him about 160,000 to 400,000 dollars above his countrymen Andreas “Xyp9x” Højsleth, Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz, Lucas “gla1ve” Rossander, and Emil “Magisk” Reif, with whom he played at Astralis in 2019.
Only in sixth place follows CS:GO legend Alexander “s1mple” Kostylev, a player who is neither from Denmark nor played with dupreeh at Astralis. s1mple has a total of nearly 1.72 million US dollars.
While other teams celebrated successes at the Paris Major in May, the team “G2 Esports” was particularly noted for promoting a professional for gambling who had just turned 18:
Diablo Immortal has long been criticized for its monetization. Now, there has at least been some reproach from a regulatory authority regarding part of it. However, players see not even a symbolic value in it, as the fine is far too low.
What was the problem? Diablo Immortal is a free-to-play game for PC and mobile, featuring loot boxes and a shop. Due to the random mechanics, the game received no release in two EU countries.
Before the release, however, the game had to undergo an evaluation by the Pan European Game Information (“PEGI”), which assigns age ratings across Europe. Since 2020, there has been a specific symbol for loot boxes and random systems in games.
According to PEGI, Blizzard concealed these random systems during the review of Diablo Immortal. A ruling has now been made for this.
This is the decision: In the PEGI overview, both Activision Blizzard and Plaion are presented as guilty. Blizzard is associated with Diablo Immortal, while Plaion is linked to the limited edition of Hunt: Showdown Bounty Hunter.
Both companies are to pay €5,000 for failing to disclose their systems during the review. Blizzard and Plaion have reportedly taken immediate measures to update their marketing materials.
The main criticism of Diablo Immortal is the Legendary Gems:
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Diablo Immortal: What are legendary gems? Facts and locations in 3 minutes
“There were players who spent more”
The decision has led to mockery in the gaming community. In the gaming subreddit, the corresponding thread with over 4,600 upvotes is currently one of the most popular. Players express their outrage over the amount of the fine.
It is said, for instance: For a multi-billion corporation, €5,000 is nothing. That is at most “operating costs.” There are surely even players in Diablo Immortal who alone have spent more money than that.
Even several million would be “nothing” for such companies, as the creator adds:
How did we let it get to the point where such a fine is merely the cost of doing business? 5K is nothing more than a whistle. Not even that, it’s a shoulder shrug. I can’t help but laugh at how little it is.
Alongside the frustration, there is also discontent with the legal system in general and dissatisfaction with society today. The tone is crystal clear: hardly anyone finds the fine appropriate.
Furthermore, the shadow of the upcoming Diablo 4 looms over the discussion. Here, too, no one really knows all the content of the shop yet, which creates uncertainty among fans:
A new quest in World of Warcraft is currently exciting many players. It is likely one of the best questlines that WoW has ever had.
Some players complain that content in World of Warcraft is hidden behind “timegates”. This was also the case for a questline of the blue dragonflight, which has been accessible since the maintenance work last Wednesday. Many have overlooked this questline so far, as it plays a little “off the beaten path” of the Zaralek Caverns.
But that is a big mistake: For this questline is one of the best of all time and combines stories from all past expansions.
What kind of questline is this? The series begins with the mission “The Veiled Ossuary” and you can accept it in Valdrakken or from Kalecgos in the Azure Mountains.
After only a few blue dragons have followed Kalecgos’ call in the Dragonflight campaign, he, along with the simulacrum of Sindragosa, tries to locate more blue dragons and slowly fulfill the role of the flight.
The questline is one that should be approached with some time – and best done without hanging out on Discord or watching any YouTube videos. It is full of optional dialogues, many small details, and – I think most importantly – is a reunion with countless ancient characters that players haven’t heard from in a long time.
Kalecgos needs your help – he wants to rally the remaining blue dragons.
Gravestones for the blue dragons
The series begins with a small journey alongside Senegos – the ancient blue dragon you met in Legion in Azsuna. He has the task of managing and keeping the gravestones of the blue dragonflight up to date.
Dragons immortalize their names on gravestones during their lifetime, which are then updated.
The mission, however, hits an emotional nerve. For as we update the gravestones together, it is bound to evoke some memories, especially for long-term veterans. Behind quite a few names, we change the entry from “Alive” to “Was killed by adventurers”, “Fell victim to the Legion” or “Died in the Nexus War”.
Anyone who does not take the time to really read the entries here misses a nostalgic ride through the past of WoW and the experiences of their own character.
The story of the blue dragons is more of a “side story” in patch 10.1 – because it’s actually about the events from this trailer:
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WoW: Patch 10.1 Ember of Neltharion is live – Here is what to expect starting now
A journey around the world (of Warcraft)
After this “funeral”, the questline is far from over. Kalecgos gives you the task of searching the rest of the world for other members of the blue dragonflight – and he means it literally.
Do you still remember Azuregos, the former world boss from Azshara? Mages dealt with him during Legion – now everyone gets to see what he has been up to in the Nexus in recent years.
Or do you still remember Haleh? She is a blue dragon in the form of a high elf in Wintergrasp, searching the land for magical relics. She was already a quest giver in “Vanilla” and her research continued in Cataclysm. Throughout the quest, we learn that she is still searching for dangerous relics in Wintergrasp and we must convince her to temporarily interrupt her seemingly endless task.
Haleh needs to be convinced first – even Sindragosa cannot sway her directly.
Theramore is also worth a look. The city was devastated by Garrosh with a Mana Bomb – and now new mages have gathered there.
Throughout the questline, you will travel around the entire world. You will visit Wintergrasp, travel to Northrend, stop by Booty Bay, and see what the blue dragons have been up to in recent years and what problems they are facing. Most of these quests are voiced – Blizzard really put in the effort here.
I don’t want to spoil the outcome of the story here, as you should experience that for yourself. But the path to getting there is a journey through the long history of World of Warcraft, connecting many events and showing the impact of significant changes in the world – from the Lich King Arthas to the portal to the Shadowlands.
There is a special extra for all casters who own the Legendary “Dragonwrath, Tarecgosa’s Rest” from the Cataclysm expansion. After completing the questline, you can finish a bonus quest to also lay the spirit of Tarecgosa to rest. You will then receive Tarecgosa as a permanent mount that is no longer tied to the staff! However, this mount – for now – is not suitable for dragonriding, even though that is likely to change in an upcoming patch.
How did you like the questline?
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On May 24, 2023, Sony held the big PS5 Showcase. With it a lot of new games and sequels. Additionally, there were also two new tech announcements. MeinMMO was live for you and summarizes the most important information for you.
Quick facts about the PS5 Showcase:
The PS5 Showcase took place on May 24, 2023.
The event ran from 10 PM to 11:15 PM.
You can rewatch the showcase afterwards on Youtube or Twitch.
What was there to see? In total, there were 33 games to see in 75 minutes. Among them several new games and sequels to popular games. The longest trailer by far was for Spiderman 2. All announcements and presentations can be found neatly organized below.
For a quick overview, you can now find all featured games and gadgets as a list at the top of the article.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
11:15 PM
Thus ends Sony’s showcase. A total of 33 games were shown, many of them new, some of them known. At the end, there was also a brief look at new tech gadgets for the PS5: The new handheld, Project Q, and the in-ear headphones for the PS5.
At this point: Thank you for reading along, and have a nice evening!
11:13 PM
In conclusion, a quick overview of the trailers with emotional music. In total, there were almost 75 minutes of different games to see.
11:12 PM
Finally, the title: Spiderman II will be released in Fall 2023. Platforms were not mentioned, but presumably exclusively for the PS5. Here you can see the entire gameplay of Spiderman 2:
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Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Gameplay Reveal Trailer PS5
11:11 PM
Next up is Spiderman. This time a battle with a large lizard, including quick-time events. The battle then continues on land. Quite chaotic and confusing. But definitely fun to watch. Hopefully, the game will be just as exciting as the varied 10 minutes of gameplay.
11:07 PM
And still the trailer for Spiderman. Another scene change. This time it’s on the water with fast battles and transitions between multiple boats. Again and again story snippets in between.
11:04 PM
The probably longest trailer of the evening. Still gameplay from Spiderman. After a wild flight through the city, it goes into a destroyed building.
Miles Morales and Peter Parker in one game. And a strange robot that talks to them.
11:00 PM
The officially last trailer. It goes into a dark forest and combats with melee weapons. So far, there’s little gameplay to see. Everything so far has been rendered material.
Scene change to New York, finally some gameplay as well. A new Spiderman title. You see the first fights and the game interface.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:59 PM
Finally, tech announcements! Both the new PS5 handheld (Project Q) and the in-ear buds for the PS5 are officially confirmed.
The new hardware for the PS5: The handheld “Project Q” and the in-ear controllers.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:57 PM
The next trailer is for a movie. The film is called “Gran Turismuo”. The date is still unknown, but it is based on a true story.
The already announced American motorsport film by director Neill Blomkamp is supposed to come to theaters in Germany on August 10, 2023.
10:56 PM
The next trailer is for “Concord.” You actually see nothing of the game.
According to the developer, it is supposed to be a new PvP multiplayer first-person shooter, which is set to be released in 2024 for PS5 and PC. Real, solid information is otherwise still missing, so we need to wait to see what else is presented.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:55 PM
Again Bungie. This time, the “Destiny Showcase, The Final Shape” is presented. To all Destiny fans among us: Mark your calendars for August 22.
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Destiny 2: The Final Shape Teaser Trailer
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:53 PM
The next trailer comes from Bungie, the developer behind Destiny 2. It looks like a shooter. Additionally, you can see a moon that is pierced by a spaceship. The game will be released under the name “Marathon.”
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Marathon Announce Trailer PS5 & PC
10:53 PM
Cool music and blocks to smash. This time there is “Beat Saber” for PlayStation VR2.
10:51 PM
And it continues with games for PSVR2. Again a game with shooting battles and plenty of action
The game “Synapse” will be released on July 4, 2023.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:50 PM
The next title is again for PSVR2. This time a first-person shooter. The title is Crossfire Sierra Squad and is supposed to offer multiplayer content.
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Crossfire Sierra Squad Gameplay Trailer PS VR2
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:48 PM
Long awaited: Finally there’s a shooter with zombies again. Haven’t played in a long time. It will definitely be released for PlayStation VR2. A colleague says it looks badly ripped off from Dead Island.
Arizona Sunshine II will be released in 2023 for PSVR2.
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Arizona Sunshine 2 – New, crazy first-person shooter for PSVR2
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:47 PM
The next title will be released for PSVR 2. Resident Evil 4 – VR Mode. According to developers, “under Development,” no more information is known.
10:46 PM
The next trailer shows an elevator. Yes, you won’t see more here. By the way, the horror game “Five Nights at Freddy’s – Help Wanted 2” is presented.
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10:44 PM
The next trailer shows Dragon’s Dogma II. Already the predecessor could excite many players with its party-based role-playing and fantastic soundtrack. Many fans had called for a sequel and are now likely to be pleased with the presentation.
There is no release date, and no platform (PC, PS5) has been mentioned either. Here, we have to wait and see. RPG fans should keep this game in mind.
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Dragon’s Dogma 2 Trailer PS5
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:43 PM
The next trailer shows “Tower of Fantasy.” The action MMO is already available on PC and is supposedly finally coming to PS5.
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Tower of Fantasy Launch Trailer PS5 PS4
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:41 PM
The next trailer shows a side-scroller with drawn design and boss fights. Could be a new Metroidvania.
Ultros will be released in 2024, platforms are not mentioned. But for PS5 it is almost certain.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:39 PM
A new trailer, a new Street Fighter? Lots of close combat, different characters. You also see first snippets of the story.
Street Fighter VI will be released on June 2, 2023.
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Street Fighter 6 Your Story Trailer PS5 PS4
10:36 PM
The next trailer shows action-packed fights in anime style. Behind it is a very well-known game series:
Granblue Fantasy: Relink will be released in Winter 2023 for PS4 and PS5.
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Granblue Fantasy Relink Trailer PS5 PS4
10:36 PM
Once again, it will be colorful. With Revenant Hill, you step into a colorful adventure with a cat. The graphics look hand-drawn. The game is set to be released for PS5 and PS4.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:35 PM
The next trailer is for Assassin’s Creed: Mirage. The latest installment in the series that transports you to Baghdad. You already know the protagonist Basim from Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage comes out on October 12, 2023 for PS4 and PS5.
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Assassin’s Creed Mirage Trailer
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:32 PM
The next game/trailer comes from Epic Games and Remedy Entertainment. Is a new Alan Wake coming? Definitely with creepy monsters and a good dose of horror.
Indeed: Alan Wake II and you can already pre-order it.
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Alan Wake 2 Gameplay Reveal Trailer PS5
10:29 PM
The next game is from Square Enix and reminiscent of Final Fantasy XVI. Could be the next trailer for the highly anticipated RPG. Lots of action spectacle.
And it is Final Fantasy XVI. The role-playing game will be released on June 22, 2023 for the PS5.
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FINAL FANTASY XVI Trailer – SALVATION
10:27 PM
This time it goes into an African-inspired landscape. Building structures, riding animals, and flying gliders. At first glance, wonderfully varied gameplay. The game is called “Towers of Agashba.”
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:25 PM
It’s about animals. Or at least a bird that catches a frog. It then gets eaten by a crocodile/snake. As you soon find out, it’s not about animals at all, but about the person who appears out of the darkness:
“Metal Gear Solid 5 – Snake Eater” will be released in Fall 2023 for the PS5. Additionally, the old titles are also supposed to become available on the PS5. Release dates for the remasters are not yet known.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater Announcement Trailer PS5
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:24 PM
The next game looks like an extraction shooter in Minecraft style. Everything in the game is destructible and made of blocks. “Teardown” seems to be coming for PS5 in 2023.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:22 PM
It remains colorful and cheerful. The next game is called “The Plucky Squire” and will be released in 2023. According to the story, it reminds us of “Toy Story.”
10:20 PM
The next trailer is again colorful and chaotic. A third-person shooter that resembles the popular Fortnite. With a lot of screaming colors. Not necessarily my taste. The music sounds like from a Japanese pop band.
Foamstars will be released for the PS5.
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Foamstars – A colorful team shooter where you fight each other with foam
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:20 PM
The next trailer is short and colorful: “Cat Quest: Pirates of the Purribean” will be released in 2024 for PS4 and PS5.
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:18 PM
Again a completely different look. A game from the creators of “Gris.” The drawn art style looks beautiful and shows a white-haired girl who has dark, dramatic dreams. Reminds a bit of “Princess Mononoke.”
The game is called Neva and will be released in 2024 for the PS5.
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Neva Trailer PS5 2024
10:16 PM
Scene change. Again modern, realistic graphics, the trailer starts with the launch of a robot. The game is “The Talos Principle II” and will be released for the PS5.
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The Talos Principle 2 PS5 Trailer
Wednesday, 05/24/2023
10:15 PM
The next game surprises with a beautiful art style. The game is called “Sword of the Sea” and will be released exclusively for the PS5.
The 18-year-old Darrell “IShowSpeed” Watkins has a talent for getting himself into unusual situations that often end in loud screams. With this content, the streamer has been skyrocketing on YouTube for some time. Now he wanted to pretend to his viewers that he was making an expensive purchase, but it backfired.
What kind of YouTuber is he? IShowSpeed has been skyrocketing on YouTube since mid-2021. He repeatedly stands out for his impulsiveness and his seemingly reckless actions:
For the viewers, it is never entirely clear to what extent these are staged scenarios with which the 18-year-old markets himself or rather youthful folly. However, the fact is that IShowSpeed resonates with his actions: In 2022, no streamer was more successful on YouTube.
IShowSpeed has been banned from Twitch since 2021. Similarly, DrDisrespect, who is now also successful on YouTube, has faced a similar situation.
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DrDisrespect was a celebrity on Twitch – His ban remains a big mystery to this day
Streamer tries to trick his viewers, but it goes wrong
What has he done now? In a recent stream, IShowSpeed was on the platform Roblox and was looking at expensive items. He encouraged his viewers to send him the rarest items.
A fan baited the streamer with a special hat: the “Midnight Blue Sparkle Time Fedora” for 14 million Robux, which currently corresponds to about 143,000 euros (as of May 24, 2023).
The 18-year-old probably thought it would be funny to make his viewers believe that he would actually buy the hat, only to back out at the last moment. At that point, he still had a little over 19 million Robux in his account.
Apparently, the streamer did not realize that after the question of whether one wanted to buy the item, there wouldn’t be an additional confirmation asking whether one was really sure. Instead, a message appeared on his screen confirming his successful purchase.
We have embedded the stream recording for you here; it starts at the timestamp 1:00:10 (Warning, loud!):
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IShowSpeed is completely devastated after the purchase
How did the streamer react? His first reaction was several loud “No” shouts, followed by “I need to get a refund!” After much fuss, the streamer finally explains that he thought the site would ask for confirmation again.
In the meantime, he seems to be near tears.
Is the money gone? Yes, because there is currently no option for a refund on Roblox (via Roblox). The streamer only has the option to resell the hat. However, as he must realize immediately after his purchase, the fedora typically sells for only 4 million Robux.
Additionally, Roblox retains about 30% of the sale amount – IShowSpeed would therefore have to sell the hat for more than 20 million Robux to recover his loss.
Why is the hat so expensive? To the uninitiated, this may seem like an absurdly high amount for a digital hat. However, the fedoras from the “Sparkle Time” series are strictly limited and are sold for thousands of euros due to their exclusivity.
The blue hat that IShowSpeed inadvertently purchased is the fifth from the “Sparkle Time” series and is limited to 100 pieces. Even more expensive are the items from the “Dominus” series: One of the hoods was sold for 200 million Robux in December 2022, setting the record for the most expensive purchase in Roblox.
The prices in Roblox are thus quite comparable to the amounts that collectors spend on rare skins in CS:GO.
Sony revealed new hardware at the PlayStation Showcase 2023: the long-speculated handheld and earbuds for the PS5.
What was revealed? Sony introduced two new gadgets for the PS5:
The gaming handheld for the PS5, previously referred to as “Project Q”.
Earbuds, or in-ear headphones for the PS5.
Both products are expected to arrive “later this year,” but no specific date has been provided yet. A price is also still unknown. However, it is certain that Sony will present more information in the coming weeks.
We’ve embedded the official trailer for the new “accessories” for the PS5 here for you. In the roughly 60 seconds, you can catch a first glimpse of the handheld and earbuds:
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PlayStation Showcase 2023 Accessories Sneak Peek Trailer
New hardware comes in the white design of the PS5
What does the hardware look like? The handheld and earbuds are styled after the PlayStation 5. The handheld actually resembles a Dualsense controller with a display unit in the middle, and it somewhat reminds people of the handheld recently presented by Razer. The price for the Razer handheld is around 400 euros. The price for “Project Q” is not yet known.
What does the handheld offer? The handheld is supposed to feature an 8-inch HD display, and you should be able to play your PS5 games via Remote Play with it. And that over a stable Wi-Fi connection. The initial rumors about the handheld have led to mixed reactions: Many had hoped for a successor to the PS Vita or PlayStation Portable (PSP) instead of just a pure streaming device.
What do the earbuds offer? So far, Sony has not provided any specific information and has only shown the design. At first glance, however, the earbuds look promising: Our editor Benedikt Schlotmann believes that Sony could fulfill a major wish with them.
Throne and Liberty was seen as a great hope for 2023 by many MMORPG fans. This morning, closed beta tests began, and some players are far from thrilled.
What is Throne and Liberty all about? The game, originally titled “Lineage Eternal,” failed a test in 2017 and was subsequently revamped over several years. Thus, the new project named “Throne and Liberty” was created.
Throne and Liberty is considered a great MMORPG hope – Shows the highlights of an internal beta in the video
However, since the beta test in South Korea, it does not look that way: Throne and Liberty is being heavily criticized.
What disappoints the players? In a YouTube video by “Neeko2lo,” you can see how his game character automatically hunts and kills wolves. Meanwhile, “Neeko2lo” is standing in front of his desk, wearing a clown nose and wig. He speaks into the camera:
Hello guys, we are currently in the game Throne and Liberty, as you can see. It’s a highly dynamic and effective battle, and we are cheering on my character because I can’t do anything yet. So we give him moral support with a clown wig to help him hunt wolves even faster.
The automatic hunt function seems to be the most criticized because: The game character hunts, collects, and moves completely on its own, without any active intervention. It sounds somewhat like a relief from work but at the same time takes away a large part of the gameplay that makes such games what they are – especially when it comes to fighting.
In a Reddit thread, it is described that after character creation, players can automatically pursue quests without having to do much. Even the necessary travel distances are handled by the character independently. In an area for leveling, you encounter wolves that you need to kill to level up, and the game does that automatically as well.
The website MMORPG.org.pl has summarized further criticisms of Thrones and Liberty. Thus, players are particularly bothered by the unimpressive graphics, the weak combat system, the undemanding tasks, leveling through quest grinding, and a pay-to-win option that allows leveling even when logged out.
A coming survival MMO on Steam features Will Smith as a legendary survivor, teaching players how to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.
What kind of game is this? Undawn (Mobile, PC) is a survival MMO developed by Lightspeed & Quantum Studios – a development studio that is part of the Chinese company Tencent.
You take on the role of one of the last survivors of a zombie apocalypse and join the so-called “Raven Squad”.
As typical for a survival game, your goal is survival. You gather supplies and weapons, acquire vehicles, and fight zombies as well as other players.
What’s the deal with Will Smith? Undawn has released a new cinematic trailer featuring Hollywood actor Will Smith.
Will Smith is known for movies like “Men in Black,” “Hancock,” and “Independence Day.” However, especially the setting of “I am Legend” reminds of the survival MMO.
In Undawn, Will Smith plays the role of “Trey Jones,” who prepares players for their journey and survival in the post-apocalyptic world, according to the video description.
You can watch the 53-second trailer with Will Smith here:
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Survival MMO Undawn shows Hollywood star Will Smith in the trailer
If you are generally looking for survival games with zombies, you might also be interested in Rooted. The title developed by Headlight Studios has been compared to games like The Last of Us based on a trailer.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is now available on Steam. There you can shoot through bloody pixel explosions and enjoy a mix of wild first-person shooter gameplay and the look of the popular retro shooter.
What is Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun about? In short: shooting. If you take a look at the trailer, the retro look that reminds of a Doom from the 90s is probably the first thing that catches your eye.
Monsters explode in pixel explosions when hit, blood splatters and spreads across the ground as you take on the next wave. You move through different levels and encounter various monsters and bosses, through lava and poison, armed with different types of weapons.
Besides the graphics from the good old times, the first-person shooter seems to particularly focus on movement and speed, as you can see in the trailer:
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Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Trailer
This is what the developers of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun promise:
Instinctive combat experience with brutally satisfying gunplay, high mobility, and buckets of blood
Impressive firepower and a devastating arsenal of a Space Marine to dominate the battlefield
The ultimate homage to retro shooters, combining stylish graphics with fluid, modern first-person shooter gameplay
In Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, there are three types of weapons:
The Grav-Cannon: The secrets of weapon crafting are known only to a few. Armored targets are literally crushed, while vehicles are left as charred, smoking wrecks.
Boltgun: The weapon fires bolts. These explode with devastating effect once they have penetrated a target.
Chainsword: A high-performance chainsaw, equipped with a handle, pommel, and a guard to make it easier to handle. Causes massive damage to unprotected flesh.
For more information about the weapons and the game, visit the publisher’s website.
What do the players say? The game seems to be well received, as over 1,600 reviews have already been written on Steam since its release on May 23 – 95% of them are positive.
“SgtPeanut33” writes: “It is the dream come true for any Warhammer 40k or 90s shooter fan. They have perfectly captured the retro shooter feel of the 90s. The soundtrack is fantastic. You can feel the weight of your character as you run, jump, and rush at enemies. The selection of weapons is impressive, and each weapon has its own feel, just as it should be.”
Many other users also write that they are thrilled. The game is fun and captivates players from the very beginning. The music in the game is also praised. One user writes that everything is just right, the movement, the weapons, the enemies, the music, the map design – “simply divine”.
Other users call it “Doom meets Warhammer 40k” and “brutal Doom for 40k nerds.”
By the way, a new game with the Warhammer IP has also been announced:
