A special reward for Diablo 4 can only be obtained if you defeat the world boss Ashava at level 20 in the server slam. This is causing problems for many players. An obvious trick is often overlooked but can help you immensely.
How to defeat Ashava more easily: Set the game to World Tier 1. During the server slam, there are currently 2 difficulties to choose from, affecting the entire world. Tier 1 is the “normal” difficulty and Tier 2 is a bit harder.
However, the maximum level in this test is only level 20 instead of 25 as before, which makes Ashava significantly harder. Many players, myself included, are used to playing directly on Tier 2 and often forget this. If you want to secure all rewards from the server slam, make sure to change the world tier:
either visit the statue in Kyovashad
or change the world tier in the character selection
Even the Associate Game Director Joe Piepiora gives a hint on Twitter and states that there are 2 difficulties – and these affect Ashava.
By the way: If you are not in a group, you should definitely avoid using the town portal during the fight. Otherwise, you will likely return to a different phase and face another boss battle.
When can I fight Ashava again? Until the end of the server slam, you have 3 more opportunities to defeat Ashava:
Diablo 4 features huge bosses like an MMO – And they drop really good loot
“There is no reason to play on World Tier 2”
The difficulty in the server slam is a good deal higher than in the previous tests. This is not only due to the 5 levels less (Ashava is intended for level 25), but also to some nerfs. The necromancer, for example, has suddenly become quite weak as the previously strongest class.
Players are therefore discussing on Twitter and Reddit that World Tier 2 is actually not sensible at all. Aside from tougher opponents, there is no benefit. It would only make sense if you already have good gear – which also drops less frequently.
Generally, though, the higher difficulty level is well received. Players are happy to have a challenge again. Only the class balancing is still not quite where it should be. However, this will probably only stabilize after release.
According to many fans, the server slam has been a great success so far, especially because the test runs so smoothly:
This week we introduced the alpha plans for the German MMOs Teredor and Kreuzer, Krone and Kabale. We also shared new information about the upcoming updates in WoW and FFXIV as well as an overly strong class in Lost Ark.
Final Fantasy XIV held a new live letter, in which further details about the upcoming patch 6.4 and the release date on May 23 were announced (via FFXIV).
Monsters & Memories held a stress test at the end of April. Now we know: Over 3,000 players registered, at peak more than 1,000 were online simultaneously (via Monstersandmemories).
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen postponed its next alpha test to May 20 (via MassivelyOP).
These are the MMORPG news of the week at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience something interesting this week that you would like to share? Or did we possibly forget something important? Feel free to write it in the comments here at MeinMMO.
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Through Pokémon GO, many trainers have the desire to explore as many regions of the world as possible and catch the little pocket monsters there. A TikToker is now playing the mobile game as one of the first in Antarctica. We at MeinMMO show you the reactions of the community.
Which trainer is it about? Popular Pokémon can be found virtually everywhere in the world. Some of them are even exclusively regionally available, which gives many players additional incentive to travel the world. The TikToker and Pokémon GO trainer Matty Jordan is not focused on regional Pokémon, but is currently experiencing a very special and unique journey.
He is working for the New Zealand Antarctic program as a project manager and currently lives in Scott Base, a research station in Antarctica. From there, he shares videos and pictures with his followers daily through social networks, giving them insights into his stay.
But what about Pokémon and stops there? Matty Jordan has also looked into these questions. We show you his video on this and the reactions of the community.
Pokémon & PokéStops in Antarctica
The Antarctic is one of the few places in the world that cannot be easily traveled, which is why it is interesting for many of Matty’s followers to see what it might look like there. Especially the Pokémon GO community is particularly excited because Matty is among the first trainers to play there and did not just spoof his way there. For this reason, he has to answer numerous questions in the comments.
Which Pokémon can be found in Antarctica? One of the most important questions for many trainers is which Pokémon can actually be found in Antarctica. The TikToker naturally investigated this in one of his posts and had to realize with disappointment – none special.
Anyone who, like Matty himself, was expecting typical ice Pokémon due to the many ice masses was probably bitterly disappointed, because as his video shows, typical monsters can be found there that are also available elsewhere. At the time of recording, only Pokémon like Unratütox or Wiesor were spawning in his vicinity.
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He writes (via tiktok.com): “I could be the first person in the world to play Pokémon GO in Antarctica. I know that other people have teleported here to catch Pokémon, but there is a possibility that I am the first person to actually do it from here. The spawns seem to be quite similar to what I could find in New Zealand. I expected a few cool ice-type Pokémon, but I haven’t found any yet.”
PokéStops in Antarctica: Matty is particularly pleased about the existing PokéStop, which can also be seen in the video. In the post, he writes (tiktok.com): “Cool that we also have a PokéStop here so that I can replenish my supplies.” However, it is clear that Matty is probably not the first Niantic player in Antarctica. After all, the stop must have been requested at some point.
Whether there are also gyms and where they might be, Matty doesn’t want to reveal in the comments just yet and wants to save it for a later video. However, this doesn’t stop the community from giving Matty advice.
One or the other therefore suggests that he should cover Antarctica with numerous PokéStops and gyms. User Steve writes (tiktok.com): “Make gyms everywhere. And PokéStops.”
However, TikTok user Kailey has concerns and explains (tiktok.com): “A gym there would be a nightmare! Pokémon stuck forever!” But since Matty is only trainer level 22 and needs to be trainer level 38 to request such stops, the implementation will still take a while.
How you can submit PokéStops and what you should consider, an expert has revealed to us:
Trainers are excited: “You have created a new dream for me”
With the images from the AR mode, Matty definitely makes the hearts of the Pokémon GO community beat faster. While some now dream of traveling to Antarctica themselves, others want special postcards or even Pokémon from this place and send him their trainer codes. You can find the following comments (via tiktok.com):
MegaLuigi: “You have created a new dream for me”
Shadowling: “I want postcards from the ice!!!”
zombiemiki: “Are you accepting friend requests? 😁 Because if so, let’s be friends!”
moth: “PLEASE can we be friends? I’m planning to hatch a Pokémon from every country, and you might be my only hope for a gift from Antarctica”
But as much as Matty appreciates the enthusiastic responses in the comments, he keeps his followers waiting a bit regarding friend requests. He has one condition (via tiktok.com): “If I reach 100k views with this video, I will post my friendship code.” When that will be is yet to be seen.
How did you imagine playing in Antarctica? Would you have expected ice Pokémon as well? Is it also your dream to travel there one day? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments here on MeinMMO and exchange ideas with other trainers.
You want your friends to become true anime nerds – but they are still resisting? With these 5 series, you can introduce them to anime and damn them for eternity…
If you have a beautiful hobby, you want to share it with friends, family, and acquaintances. It can be quite frustrating when your enjoyment is met with raised eyebrows or a disdainful snort from others. This is especially true with anime. They’re often labeled as “cartoons for kids” or one is considered a “pathetic weeb.” And time and again one thinks: “If you would just watch two or three episodes, you would love anime too.”
And that’s exactly why we’ve picked out 5 anime series that will send your average friends spiraling into the depths of anime addiction.
Why are [Series X, Y, and Z] not on the list? In our selection, we considered certain criteria to appeal mainly to people who haven’t had much exposure to anime so far.
All the series we selected are either completed or have seasons that each represent a logical ending. We deliberately left out “endless anime.” We also made sure that the series contain little of the rather cliché repelling “anime madness” – ecchi depictions and overly “squeaky” characters are therefore minimized. But don’t worry – we’ll get your friends there too.
Additionally, we intentionally did not mention your favorite series, so you can still bring it up in the comments!
Violet Evergarden
Alternative Names: / Genres: Drama Stream available on: Netflix Episodes: 13
The young Violet Evergarden has been used as a child soldier from an early age, trained for loyalty and efficient cruelty. When the war ends, she is taken in and efforts are made to give her a new place in the world. She works as an “Auto Memory Doll” – a service where the thoughts and feelings of people are captured in letters to be sent out.
Through this work, Violet gradually learns more about humanity and feelings, reflecting on what her actions in the war have caused and how she herself was trapped in a spiral of suffering for a long time.
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What to expect from the anime: Violet Evergarden is a very emotional and profound anime. The search for one’s own purpose in life and the significance of feelings or interpersonal conflicts is portrayed as strongly here as in very few other series. Those who are “sensitive” will shed a tear or two while watching this anime.
Additionally, Violet Evergarden features a unique attention to detail and extremely good animations that remain unmatched to this day. If you want a bit of heartache and simply a damn good story, Violet Evergarden is a great choice.
Death Note
Alternative Names: / Genres: Thriller, Drama, Crime Stream available on: Currently not available on any streaming service – only available for purchase Episodes: 37
The 17-year-old Light Yagami is a genius and predestined for a glorious career. One day, a mysterious notebook called “Death Note” lands right in front of him on the ground. The person whose name is written in this book dies. After some hesitation, Light tests the book, confirms its abilities – and recognizes the potential impact this book can have on the entire world.
Driven by his twisted sense of justice, Light begins to systematically rid the world of all criminals as “righteous Kira” to make it a better place.
However, his plan hits a snag when the FBI, the police, and the master detective “L” start investigations to prevent this kind of vigilante justice and hold Light accountable for his murders.
A demanding cat-and-mouse game begins: can “Kira” uncover “L”‘s identity and kill him with the Death Note? Or will Light be caught by “L” first?
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What to expect from the anime: Death Note is unusual because the story does not focus on the “good hero” but rather on the clear villain Light Yagami. His mental duels against the police and detectives are the heart of the series. Clever plans to prove his own innocence or misdirect pursuers are always on the agenda.
Death Note also provides a lot of material for discussion. How would you react in such a situation? How tempting is the thought of simply eliminating all criminals in the world? Is that really just? Would the world – whether it’s just or not – be a better place?
Death Note was a phenomenon upon its release almost 20 years ago with profound questions and has lost none of its impact since. For many, it is still “the one anime” that has captivated an entire generation to the medium.
Three more anime to turn your friends into weebs can be found on the next page.
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In Pokémon GO the next battle day is approaching. What the event brings and what is involved in the 1-euro research will be revealed here.
What kind of event is this? The battle days take place regularly in Pokémon GO and focus on the PvP league. The next one is called “GO Battle Day: Stardust”.
When is the battle day? The battle day takes place on Sunday, May 14, 2023, from 00:00 to 23:59 local time.
What does the battle day offer? The main bonus is that you can complete 20 sets of battles with 5 fights each during the event, instead of just the regular 5 allowed per day.
Additionally, you will receive quadruple stardust as a reward for each individual victory (this does not apply to the entire set of battles and is not combined with the triple stardust bonus from the Master League rotation weeks. So it remains quadruple dust per victory.)
Finally, there will also be additional research. However, this has left some trainers unhappy.
New research will cost one euro – what does it include?
What kind of research is this? It is a limited time research that can already be purchased for 0.99 euros in the in-game shop of Pokémon GO. According to the announcement, it revolves around battling and is supposed to bring a large amount of stardust.
However, since the research has been in the shop, it is clear that it is precisely 25,000 stardust. It also provides 3 special candies and 1 star piece. The exact procedure of the research is not yet known, but it will only be available on May 14.
However, some trainers are wondering about the research. The recent battle day researches, such as for the GO Battle Day: Victor in the current season, as well as the two researches for the battle days in the “Mysterious Wishes” season were free and also provided bonuses like avatar items or a premium charge TM.
Do you need strong Pokémon for PvP? Look for shadow Pokémon:
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Pokémon GO: Finding Rocket Bosses – How to Collect the Rocket Radar and Track Them Down
In a post on the topic in the Pokémon GO subreddit, trainers voiced their criticism:
“Paying for stardust is ridiculous, no Pokémon encounter? Or a featured Pokémon for victories? That’s crazy.” (via reddit).
“When they announced this at the beginning of the season, I thought it would be a very large amount of stardust. But only 25k is ridiculous,” another one says (via reddit).
Important: The ticket is not necessary for the battle day itself. The additional battle sets and the quadruple stardust per victory can also be obtained without purchasing the ticket.
Is the battle day for you, or are you more inclined to save the PvP aspects of the game? Let us know in the comments.
Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy makes no secret that it drives players to the brink of insanity, and hardly anyone has completed the game on Steam. However, an important milestone has been reached in the speedrun scene that makes the game look quite easy.
What is Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy? In Getting Over It, you play a man in a cauldron, who – equipped with a large hammer – tries to climb a mountain. The only thing you use in the game is the mouse, which controls the character’s hammer.
Why is Getting Over It so hard? The game is mainly based on constant repetition, as you will often fail, fall down, and have to start all over again.
You primarily struggle with the controls. You must try to move the character in the pot upwards only with the hammer and the game’s physics. This can be a major frustrating factor if you get stuck in trees or cliffs, or if you can’t pull yourself up or push yourself up at all.
You can watch a trailer for Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy here:
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Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy – Trailer for one of the hardest games on Steam
Players love the frustration
The developer himself writes on Steam about his game: A game that I made. For a certain kind of person. To hurt them. An accurate description, as when you look at the achievements on Steam, you see that only 8.4% of all players have finished the game.
On its own Steam page, the playtime of the game is estimated to be between 2 and infinite hours. Players have also tagged the game as “Psycho-Horror” and among the reviews on Steam, many users describe their experiences with Getting Over It:
rat: I hate it 10/10
BaerigerNacktFuchs: If you like dry, black humor and bring a pinch of self-hatred, you can go ahead. The game shapes character and has depth..
Crane_Carnage: Frustration has never been so fun. I love that I hate it!
Especially due to its high level of difficulty and potential for frustration, it seems that players love the game. The over 83% positive reviews also reflect this perception.
No matter how difficult a game may be, in speedruns, almost every game looks easy. And the speedruns for Getting Over It also portray it as a piece of cake that can be completed without effort in just a few minutes.
How popular is Getting Over It as a speedrun game? The speedrun community in Getting Over It is large. On Speedrun.com, the game is in 9th place for the most runs, surpassing icons like Super Mario World and Ocarina of Time.
The magical barrier in the “Glitchless” speedrun category was the 1-minute barrier. For years, no one managed to complete the game in under 1 minute. At least until Blastbolt came along and reached a new milestone in April by finishing the game in 59.885 seconds.
You can watch Blastbolt’s world record here:
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In the comments on his video, Blastbolt is celebrated as a hero:
Wyatt Rose: Undoubtedly one of the greatest successes in speedrunning history.
Cubix015: You are a legend and an inspiration for the “Getting Over It” community.
Davoroxi: Damn, I got emotional in the end. Absolutely crazy.
Why is this speedrun so special? The success of this speedrun is spectacular because since the first speedrun in 2017, the strategies have not changed. The path remains the same, only the technique, precision, and skill of the players have increased.
The time in which milestones in Getting Over It were broken is also interesting. While there were only 3 months between the first record of 08:47 minutes and achieving under 2 minutes, the 1-minute mark was only broken after 5 years.
The last test before the release of Diablo 4 should really push the Blizzard servers to their limits. After the open beta, there were already concerns: This is going to be a queue fest. Now players are surprised that the opposite is the case. The server slam is running smoothly, and even the nerfs are widely accepted.
The start on Friday went great, and even afterward, there are hardly any problems. The fans are happy.
So well is the server slam going: We accompanied the start in the live ticker for the server slam. At 21:00 on June 12, it started, and players could log in. And really: no queues, no errors.
Within a few hours, the first players reached the maximum level 20, are now stocking up on legendaries or waiting for the spawn of Ashava. The last test is already going pretty well. And this is not only due to the surprisingly good performance.
You can see the trailer for the server slam here:
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Diablo 4: The trailer for the Server Slam with content and rewards
“Loot feels so much better”
There is a lot of praise on Reddit for the performance of the servers. Aside from minor issues, which the test was actually intended for, there is really nothing to complain about.
One of the most important changes compared to the beta is that the drop rate of the legendaries has been significantly reduced (via Reddit). In the open beta, there were multiples of legendary items for testing, now the drop rate is as low as it was at release in June.
Accordingly, players progress more slowly but are still happy about it:
It was much more challenging than the last betas, and every fight takes longer. Elites are a greater challenge, dungeon bosses absolutely kick my ass. I died 3 times before I defeated the boss in the “Blood Howl” dungeon.
There is also praise from the readers on MeinMMO. User Tronic48 writes: I was done with the story and a few side quests in about 5 hours, and immediately at level 20. I didn’t actually want to uncover the entire map for the third time, […] but now I’ve done it again. It just doesn’t let you go.
We also noticed while playing that the difficulty has been significantly increased. At the moment, it’s hard to say whether this is due to the game itself or because almost all classes are being heavily nerfed.
Opinions are currently quite divided on this. Especially fans of the necromancer are complaining about the loss of their favorite class:
Dungeons are an important part of Diablo 4 and are often used for leveling up. We have three options for you to quickly exit the dungeons.
Due to the density of enemies, the dungeons are suitable for collecting a lot of experience points in a short time. To avoid unnecessary delays in the process, there are three options in the game to leave the dungeon with just a few clicks.
This is how you exit the dungeon the fastest: Using the emote wheel, you can get out of the dungeon with one click. Just select Leave Dungeon from the top left. You will be teleported directly in front of the entrance of the dungeon.
Teleports to the city are always an optionA click on the door takes you out of the dungeonHere you exit the dungeon via emote wheel
Here are a few more options: Another possibility would be the door symbol on the dungeon map. If you see a small staircase there, you can click the symbol and also be teleported to the entrance.
Otherwise, you can also open the world map and travel to a city of your choice, as long as you have activated the waypoint. This is especially helpful when your inventory is very full after running through the dungeon and you want to break down or sell the stuff.
Even faster is using your city portal (key “T”). However, this always takes you to the capital of the area, not to the next waypoint. The advantage, however, is that you can also use the portal for your return.
Dungeons will be an important part of the endgame. What awaits you there can be seen in the video:
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Diablo 4: Insight into the Endgame
Quickly exit dungeons – here’s why it’s worth it
The faster you exit the dungeons, the more time you have to farm experience points and loot, explore the map, or tackle new dungeons. Moreover, it can be annoying at some point to run back through the entire dungeons to find an exit.
Exiting the dungeons with the emote wheel or the staircase symbol is also practical for quest dungeons that need to be delivered in the wilderness and not in a city.
Another advantage is that you can thus loot around the dungeon continuously. If you want to complete dungeons even faster or know which items you actually need for your builds, you will find information on the best builds for all classes in our guide:
As part of a big sale, Crusader Kings 3 is currently available for free to play on Steam. If you decide to purchase the game after the trial, you get a 50% discount on the price. The strategy game from Paradox is extremely popular and regularly attracts tens of thousands of players since its release.
What kind of game is this? In Crusader Kings 3, you are a historical or custom ruler between the 7th and 15th centuries. You can play as a duke, king, or emperor of various countries in Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa.
Your goal is to build the largest empire possible by the end of a game session. Through diplomacy, marriages, or wars, you strengthen alliances or expand your borders. Complex systems such as feudal hierarchies and succession laws or court intrigues come into play.
Crusader Kings 3 is a so-called “4X” game where you are essentially always in macro view, managing entire empires or armies instead of individual buildings and units.
This is the offer: Currently, you can play Crusader Kings 3 for free on Steam. The offer lasts until May 15. If you want to play, you should hurry because the download takes a while.
If you want to buy the game, you can get it for half price until May 18: €24.99 instead of €49.99. Some of the DLCs for the game are also available at a 20% discount.
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Crusader Kings 3: Trailer
Those who play well breed “Supermen”
This is what makes Crusader Kings so good: On Steam, Crusader Kings 3 has a 88% positive rating, which is classified as “very positive”. According to steamcharts, over 41,000 players played during the free weekend.
The aspect most praised is the vast scope of the game. Crusader Kings 3 offers many opportunities to develop: as a tyrannical ruler, sneaky intriguer, or brilliant business magnate. If you prefer to cause mischief, you can create a nudist cannibal cult or a witch circle in contact with the Vatican.
Despite its age, Crusader Kings 3 is still enjoyed by many players. The studio, Paradox, is known for such extensive, large-scale games. If you prefer fantasy, you might like the studio’s latest game, Age of Wonders 4. You can find more inexpensive games on Steam here:
Today, on May 13, 2023, the livestream for the new version 3.7 took place in Genshin Impact. During this event, 3 new promo codes (redeem codes) were released, with which you can secure rewards in the game.
These are the promo codes from the 3.7 livestream. It’s best to redeem them right away and get the following free rewards:
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For this code, you will receive 100x Primogems, 10x Mystic Enhancement Ore
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For this code, you will receive 100x Primogems and 5x Hero’s Wit.
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For this code, you will receive 100x Primogems, 50,000 Mora
How long are the codes from the 3.7 livestream valid? You should hurry to redeem them, as the codes are not valid for long. They are active until May 14, 2023, 00:00 AM (UTC-4).
If you want to stay updated on new codes, here is an overview of all valid promo codes that is regularly updated:
What are promo codes in Genshin Impact? With these codes, you can easily get rewards in the game. Every month and during certain events, new codes are released that are valid for a certain period of time.
How do you redeem promo codes in Genshin Impact? You can redeem the codes in two ways:
On one hand, you can go directly to the official Genshin Impact website and claim your gifts through the redeem code page.
On the other hand, you can also claim the rewards directly in the game by going to Settings, then Account, and selecting “Redeem Now” at the voucher code.
In the PlayStation Store, you can currently get the horror game Little Nightmares 2 on sale for €10. The game scores well on both Metacritic and Steam.
Little Nightmares 2 is a horror adventure game and puzzle platformer. In it, you play a small boy named Mono who is trapped in a dark world.
The game comes from the Swedish indie developer Tarsier Studios and is published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment.
Here you can see a trailer for Little Nightmares 2:
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Little Nightmares II – Launch Trailer
Survive in a dark world full of dangers
As Mono, you explore the world, overcome platforming challenges, and solve puzzles. However, you will also encounter creepy figures. You can fend off less dangerous creatures by attacking them with objects.
For the dangerous monsters, however, stealth gameplay is needed, or you must use your surroundings to your advantage in order to escape.
You will be accompanied by Six, a girl in a yellow raincoat who was the main character in the predecessor game Little Nightmares.
How much does Little Nightmares 2 cost? Currently, you can get the standard edition of the horror game in the PlayStation Store with a 67% discount.
Instead of the full price of €29.99, you currently pay €9.89. The offer is valid for PS4 and PS5 and ends on May 25, 2023.
How is the game rated? On Metacritic, Little Nightmares 2 scores well with both critics and players.
The Metascore is 82
The User Score is 8.5
Players praise the platformer as a charming horror game with a great story. Many believe that the design combined with the music and world creates an engaging atmosphere that makes the game a great experience.
Metacritic user Janikosdebilos says: “One of the best games I have ever played. Short, but the story is incredible and the graphics are great.”
On Steam, the horror game also impresses: Of the total 22,317 reviews, 94% are positive. Thus, Little Nightmares 2 scores very positively on the platform (as of May 13, 2023).
If Little Nightmares is a bit too dark for you, you can find a cute adventure game here where you catch cute slime creatures:
The American YouTuberJimmy “MrBeast” Donaldson (25) is known for his massive projects where he spends huge amounts of money on crazy events or charitable actions. Now, the purchase of houses has caused displeasure in the community. MrBeast responds to the criticism.
Who is MrBeast? MrBeast is a YouTuber who primarily produces two types of content. On one hand, there are extravagant projects that make headlines, such as the recreation of the Netflix series Squid Game.
On the other hand, he also spends his money on charitable causes. In the latest video, MrBeast bought hearing aids worth over 3 million dollars to help 1,000 deaf people (via YouTube).
Recently, the wealthy YouTuber invested in another massive project and bought several properties for his employees. However, some Twitter users did not like this at all.
That streamers receive criticism from the community is not uncommon. However, a Twitch streamer faced escalation and received hate messages because he supported Pokémon GO:
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Twitch streamer receives hate messages for supporting Pokémon GO
MrBeast bought properties for his family and employees
MrBeast reportedly bought houses within a neighborhood. According to the New York Post, the properties are said to be located in Greenville, North Carolina.
A former resident named Bowden, who sold his house to the YouTuber last year, spoke with the American media company. He reported that MrBeast had told him about his plans for how he wants to use the houses: He is making them available to his employees and their families so that they can live there.
How is the community reacting? MrBeast’s actions are polarizing opinions within the community. Many Twitter users are reacting negatively to the news of MrBeast’s purchase. For example, @XBrittanyDukeX writes: “Company towns are bad because he now controls everything in their lives, whether they realize it or not. Next, he will buy an entire state for all his followers.“
Another person commented that the employees would have to move if they lost their jobs. They see this as toxic.
Some others see similarities to a cult in the action. Another user accuses the supporters of MrBeast’s actions of supporting gentrification.
Gentrification refers to the displacement of lower-income individuals by wealthier ones in the city center and represents an aspect of social inequality in housing markets (via Federal Agency for Civic Education)
However, some users also view the purchase positively, like @ERRORMODE5: “Nice, I like how he helps everyone and even gives his employees a home W.” They endorse the action as support for employees and celebrate the YouTuber for it.
What does MrBeast say in response to the criticism? On Twitter, the YouTuber responded on May 11, 2023, to a comment from @umeprobdupree. The user wrote: “What a nice man, a CEO who buys houses and creates neighborhoods for his employees’ families certainly has no historical relevance or background.”
Later, he also posted an article about feudalism, a social system from the Middle Ages in which a lord grants lands to his vassals.
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MrBeast responded to the criticism: “Only I could get canceled for giving people a home with no strings attached. All these company town tweets make no sense; I just helped some people.”
Even a charitable action where MrBeast allowed 1,000 people to undergo a crucial eye operation sparked shocked reactions in the community:
The colorful adventure game Slime Rancher is celebrated with 97% positive reviews on Steam by players. Right now, you can get it on sale for 5 €.
Slime Rancher is a simulation and adventure game from a first-person perspective, where you build a farm full of colorful, cute creatures.
You play as Beatrix LeBeau, who is starting a new life. To do this, you travel many thousands of light-years from Earth to a planet known as Far, Far Range. There, you work as a Slime Rancher.
The game comes from developer Monomi Park, an indie studio from California.
Here you see a trailer for Slime Rancher:
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Slime Rancher – Official PlayStation 4 Launch Trailer
Build a ranch full of colorful slime creatures
You explore the open world, gather valuable resources, and capture small creatures, like the Pink Slime or the feline Tabby Slime, to keep them as pets on your farm.
Take care of the cute inhabitants, breed new hybrid specimens, and raise them. In addition, you grow fruits and earn money to improve and expand the equipment and the farm. If you complete daily tasks, you will receive bonus rewards from other ranchers.
However, the game is purely single-player and does not have a multiplayer mode.
How much does Slime Rancher cost? On sale, you pay 4.99 € for the game instead of 19.99 €. You save 75% off the regular purchase price. The offer ends on May 22, 2023.
The DLCs for Slime Rancher are also reduced by 40% and 50%. The bundle Deluxe Edition is currently available at a 64% discount, and you pay 15.49 € instead of 43.16 €.
What do players think of Slime Rancher? The game has received extremely positive reviews on Steam. Out of a total of 94,197 ratings, a full 97% are good (via Steam, as of May 13, 2023). Many praise Slime Rancher as a cute game that is great for relaxing after a stressful day.
Crooke: A nice, relaxing game.
Goth Miles: This game is so fun and colorful, I highly recommend it for people who enjoy relatively slow-paced games without a storyline. The game is very adventurous and task-oriented, with challenges and quests. Overall, I personally rate this game a solid 10!
TiniTantrum: An absolutely charming game that you can sink dozens of hours into without even realizing it! Such a relaxing experience with no ‘wrong’ way to play. The best way to unwind after a long day!
If you’re always on the lookout for great deals on Steam, you can find a strategic RPG here that’s currently only half the actual purchase price:
If you think back to the last Diablo 4 beta and the different classes, most of us probably think of the Necromancer. Until yesterday, many players were looking forward to the strong class. But that changed quickly.
This is how strong Necromancers were: With enormous damage, necromancers could easily defeat even the toughest content in their first test. Even when they were several levels above them.
What was the plan for the new beta? Based on the insights that the beta in March provided, Blizzard made a few changes. The necromancer was apparently too strong, druids and barbarians too weak. The patch notes for the server slam indicated in advance that the Necromancer class is to be nerfed quite a bit.
Here you see gameplay of the Necromancer:
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Diablo 4: Beta Gameplay – Necromancer
How weak is the Necromancer now? While in the previous beta you could slaughter everything with the corresponding Necromancer build, you can currently work up a sweat. Because the summoned servants die faster and individual skills deal less damage, fights require good planning.
How does the community react to the changes? Anything but enthusiastic. Scrolling through the Subreddit of Diablo 4, you’ll find almost exclusively threads from users who feel that Skeletons are useless and weak after the adjustment.
In the threads, users express massive criticism:
Pa-Curtis: ‘The Necromancer was simply deleted.’
Hotfartsmanlet: ‘This time I leveled a rogue, and he is much stronger than the Necromancer during the last beta phase.’
SCTRN: ‘If they don’t fix the servants by the launch, the Necromancer is done.’
zi3i: ‘How the hell are you supposed to fight the Butcher when the Skeletons can’t even distract him for more than 1 second?’
However, there are also a few users who found the nerf reasonable. ‘Incredible damage and no essence costs. The people posting here are crazy if they thought that was okay,’ writes Business-Donut3270 (via Reddit).
I tested the Necromancer in the server slam – here’s how it plays: After I was only able to play the Necromancer class briefly in the last beta, I was incredibly looking forward to finally leveling it up. My joy vanished pretty quickly.
Large groups of enemies and small bosses virtually overwhelmed me, and I was constantly asking myself: Where are my helpers? They died off continuously, so I had to ensure I resurrected them again. Fights felt exhausting and hectic because of this.
I spammed one ability after another, which in my opinion all didn’t do the expected damage. At the same time, I was running out of the necessary essence. One ability (Decay) even caused an annoying bug for me. The beam that was supposed to send the enemies to the other side froze, and I couldn’t move. Only restarting the game and switching the ability helped.
Overall, I sadly didn’t have much fun with my Necromancer. While many players in my environment are currently choosing the wizard, I might try the hunter again. I thought it was quite good in the last beta.
When are the top raids with Regidrago? The compensation event will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Again, top raids with Regidrago will occur at three times:
At 11:00 AM local time
At 2:00 PM local time
At 5:00 PM local time
What happens during the top raids with Regidrago?
The event will include what the original event was supposed to bring. The focus is therefore on the top raids themselves. However, there will also be a limited research task.
What is a top raid? Top raids represent more challenging raids that can only be challenged on-site. They are always available for 30 minutes once they hatch.
What research is available? There will be two limited research tasks available between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM local time. You need to complete various field research tasks. Completing them will reward candies for Regirock, Regice, and Registeel.
Is there any bonus? Only in the GMT +13 time zone, for example, for players in New Zealand, who were particularly affected by the original problems. For these players, there will be a bundle with 3 premium battle passes and 2 silver nanab berries at the event.
The Server Slam is the last beta before the release of Diablo 4 and the last chance to grab the exclusive rewards for the game. MeinMMO explains what you can get and how to do it best.
What rewards are there? You will receive a total of 4 rewards when you play the Server Slam:
How do I get the rewards? Simply by playing. For “First Victim”, reaching the city of Kyovashad is enough. This happens after the first quests and takes only a few minutes.
For Ashava’s Howl, you need to do a bit more: after reaching level 20, you must face the world boss. This will first appear on Saturday, May 13, at 18:00 German time.
You can find all the info about the times and location of Ashava on MeinMMO here. In the video, we show you the fight:
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Diablo 4 features huge bosses like an MMO – And they drop really good loot
Level up quickly in Diablo 4 and defeat Ashava
This is how you quickly get the rewards: To reach level 20, simply playing the beta content is enough. Completing a few quests and dungeons will get you further. Overall, you should not need much longer than 4 hours even with a relaxed playstyle. If you go full throttle, 2-3 hours should be sufficient. You can find tips here:
If you want to fight Ashava, you should definitely have reached level 20 beforehand. This is not only a requirement for the reward but also makes the boss nearly impossible otherwise. Here are some tips for the fight:
dodge Ashava’s melee attacks when she looks at you – the bite can kill instantly
when Ashava winds up, stand close to her. The claws only deal deadly damage at the outer edge
avoid poison puddles or equip yourself with resistances against poison
you can revive players, but it takes time. The respawn point is right nearby anyway
If you take a little time beforehand to farm equipment, the fight will be significantly easier. Here are some builds you can orient yourself on:
Destiny 2 is a loot shooter where players can customize a lot in the game settings. But what should you activate and what is better to avoid in order to elevate your Destiny 2 experience to the next level? A Guardian will tell you.
Wrong settings can spoil the gaming experience: As with any game, there are some settings in Destiny 2 that can negatively impact the gameplay experience.
For example, there are settings that you should never activate because they make you worse in the game directly.
Other settings are even enabled by default in Destiny 2, so you might not even realize that they can negatively affect your gaming experience.
A Guardian named ShadowDestiny has noticed that there are indeed many players who leave Bungie’s settings completely untouched.
In order to change that and allow everyone to elevate their Destiny 2 experience to the next level, we have listed here the 10 tips from ShadowDestiny for Bungie’s loot shooter that you should turn off.
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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Gather all Guardians trailer
What improves your gaming experience in Destiny 2
To achieve the best possible gaming experience, it is important to choose the right settings in Destiny 2. However, the sheer number of options can quickly overwhelm you, and you might lose track of what is truly helpful and what is not. Therefore, this article can possibly be a useful aid for every Destiny player.
Note: We recommend not to disable all settings at once. Depending on the system, some options may be necessary. So adjust one option at a time and test whether the quality does not worsen for you.
1. Motion Blur
A smear that obscures your enemies: In Destiny 2, motion blur is enabled by default. It causes nearby objects to appear blurrier than distant ones, making some things in the game simply look smudged. Or as ShadowDestiny phrases it: “It’s like telling the game: I want to see less on purpose.”
Here you disable “Motion Blur”
If you keep motion blur enabled, your visibility will deteriorate so drastically that enemies will literally be harder to see.
Moreover, this setting makes you slower and your shots less accurate because during quick turns, for example, when enemies appear behind you, it only becomes a disadvantage.
This setting can also cause small targets to appear larger due to the blur than they actually are. You miss because you shoot at the blur rather than the actual target.
In games where reaction time and precise aiming are not critical, this may not be a big deal. But not in a first-person shooter like Destiny 2. Therefore, you should disable motion blur immediately, even if it makes extremely low frame rates more bearable.
2. Smooth Aiming
Here you disable the option “Smooth Aiming”
Sounds good, but it isn’t: The phrase “Smooth Aiming” sounds enticing to many, which is why it is often activated. It is a mouse acceleration that makes using the mouse as a cursor smoother. Targets are gradually and evenly accelerated instead of responding immediately to inputs.
Some players are used to it and say it feels better when the feature is activated. That’s true. The camera movement looks a bit smoother. However, you are not helping your muscle memory.
The recommendation of experienced shooter players is to keep this option turned off, as it complicates developing the muscle memory for Destiny 2 and other first-person shooters. So, in the long run, it would make you worse.
3. Controller Vibration
The recommendation is to disable “Controller Vibration”
A matter of preference: With the next setting in Destiny 2, “Controller Vibration” the deactivation is only a recommendation. Especially in Destiny 2, there are many players who do not want to play without this immersion, as it helps to be more aware in the game. Others, on the other hand, find the vibration distracting.
For light PvE activities, controller vibration can be quite useful in Destiny 2.
However, vibration can also lead to you “gripping the controller to death”, reducing its lifespan and causing your hands to tire after a while.
This setting also drains the battery quickly and interferes with aiming, as the hands literally shake because of it.
If you want to perform well in Destiny 2, the recommendation is to turn off controller vibration. After all, many things in Destiny 2, like the radar, health bar, and individual sound effects, are more than adequate to keep an eye on the game.
4. Vsync
Also Vsync should be disabled if there are no issues
Only sensible with rendering issues: “Vsync” is a setting that synchronizes your graphics card’s frame rate with the Hertz of your monitor. If video output and display are not synchronized, it can sometimes cause stuttering, tearing, or screen tearing, which results from a large discrepancy between the FPS generated by the graphics card and the refresh rate allowed by the monitor.
The best way to solve this problem is to ensure that video and display have matching refresh rates.
Unfortunately, however, Vsync also leads to a significant delay in input, making Destiny 2 feel unresponsive and sluggish, especially in fast PvP situations.
Enabling it essentially slows down your graphics card to guarantee synchronized frames.
So, unless you experience annoying frame tearing issues and don’t care about the additional input lag, it’s best to turn Vsync off.
5. Film Grain and Chromatic Aberration
Here you disable the option Film Grain and Chromatic Aberration
No disadvantage – but not pretty: Film grain is also known as image noise. It is a subtle visual effect, especially typical of old films, that overlays a blurry filter over everything in Destiny 2. Similarly, the setting “Chromatic Aberration” originates from defects in old-fashioned films.
Film grain intentionally adds visual noise to everything you see.
Chromatic aberration is an image distortion that attempts to convey the illusion of depth, but in reality, it’s like watching a 3D movie without 3D glasses.
If you activate these settings and zoom in, you can easily see the additional grain on the screen. While that may not be a disadvantage, it also doesn’t look good.
By turning both off, you will have a much clearer visual experience in Destiny 2.
On the next page, we will tell you why motion is not always good and how to optimize sensitivity in Destiny 2 for better accuracy.
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Sir Salman Rushdie (75) is a British-Indian author known for books like The Satanic Verses and Midnight’s Children. After a death sentence was issued against him in 1989, he lived in hiding for 10 years. During this time, video games became a welcome distraction for him.
What kind of author is he? Salman Rushdie was born in India in 1947, and from the age of 14, he attended a school in England. He achieved international acclaim in 1981 with his second novel, Midnight’s Children.
Why did he live in exile? In 1988, Rushdie published “The Satanic Verses,” which led to the Iranian revolutionary leader Ayatollah Khomeini condemning the author to death.
For about 10 years, Rushdie lived in constantly changing accommodations, sometimes without windows. At times, he reportedly did not even know what city he was in. During this difficult period, video games offered a welcome alternative to reality.
Here at MeinMMO, our expertise lies primarily in gaming. If you’d like to learn more about the history of Salman Rushdie, you can find a detailed article on the taz on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the fatwa. Additionally, RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland published an article after Rushdie was stabbed in the USA in 2022.
Did Rushdie perhaps find enjoyment in the new Mario movie as well?
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First trailer for the ‘Super Mario’ movie – completely made of CGI
Rushdie discovered his love for Super Mario through his son
How did the author discover gaming for himself? In 2012, Rushdie published his autobiographical novel “Joseph Anton,” which was named after his pseudonym in exile. In the book, the author recounts his experiences with Super Mario.
At one point, it is said that he grew fond of the Italian plumber thanks to his son Zafar: Super Mario World felt like a happy alternative to the world in which he spent the rest of his time.
His wife was less enthusiastic about the author’s newly discovered passion. She told him to read a good book instead.
When he finally defeated the evil Bowser a few days later and rescued the “insufferably pink Princess Toadstool,” he was glad that his wife did not witness this triumph.
Super Mario even influenced a novel
Did his passion for video games end there? Not quite. The Millions established a connection in 2012 between Super Mario and Rushdie’s novel “Luka and the Fire of Life.”
In this novel, “Super-Luka” embarks on a mission to steal the fire of life to awaken his father, the storyteller Rashid Khalifa, from his deep sleep. To accomplish this mission, the boy must master different levels.
Furthermore, Luka gets 999 lives, of which he loses one or more if he gets caught by an enemy. He can save his progress by hitting a golden ball at the end of a level.
This already resembles video game mechanics that one knows from the “Super Mario” games. If that isn’t enough: Luka also enjoys spending time on the console, much to the dismay of his mother, who believes that “hedgehogs and plumbers” are hardly going to improve his spelling.
Moreover, the author is said to have developed a fondness for the mobile game Angry Birds.
Parallel worlds in books and games
Writers and games, do they fit? In fact, it is not so far-fetched that a serious author can be passionate about video games: Rushdie’s works can be classified within the movement of Magical Realism, blending reality and magic.
Video games that can showcase “an infinite number of parallel realities” fit well in this context. The narrative structure of many games, which does not always have to be linear and sometimes allows for exploration and side quests, also corresponds to the storytelling style of the author.
Even though the circumstances are much more drastic than those of most video game enthusiasts, Rushdie’s reports from exile are surprisingly relatable. After all, who hasn’t faced the incomprehension of family members or lost themselves in games to escape reality for a while?
MeinMMO introduces you to 9 programs and app groups that should not be missing from any gaming PC. From gaming clients to analysis software, everything is included.
Are you currently setting up your gaming PC or do you just want to know which software you should definitely install? MeinMMO presents you with apps and programs that should not be missing from any gaming system.
The Android emulator BlueStacks and the gaming tool “Playnite” are not included in this list, as they offer more comfort features for us and are not necessary programs that everyone needs.
The recommendations are intentionally apps and programs aimed at gamers. If you are looking for generally useful programs, please check the following list on MeinMMO:
Steam and the Epic Game Launcher are the largest and most well-known launchers that you currently need for most games. Generally, the two clients should be among the first programs you install on a gaming system.
“Ubisoft Connect” (uplay) or “EA Play” are only needed if you purchase your games directly through these launchers. Otherwise, these launchers are mostly installed via Steam when you want to install a corresponding game. For example, if you buy Anno 1800 via Steam, you automatically get Ubisoft Connect as well. Other games, like League of Legends, come with their own client.
GOG also offers a PC client with “GOG Galaxy.” This is optional but practical if you want to update your games.
Why should I install this? Steam and Epic are more or less mandatory if you want to install games today. Almost all major games come with one or the other.
HWMonitor and CPU-Z
Type of tool: Hardware analysis | Price: free, paid Pro version | Download
HWMonitor and CPU-Z are both small, free tools that allow you to keep an eye on all components of your PC. While HWMonitor gives you an overview of the entire system, CPU-Z goes into detail about the processor and the like.
This can be very useful if you want to check whether your hardware might be getting too hot or overheating, or if you just want to know what hardware you have installed.
Why should I install this? HWMonitor is essential if you want to keep an eye on your hardware. The tool is also only a few MB in size and requires hardly any system resources. CPU-Z provides you with lots of details about your processor. This is not a must, but often very helpful.
7-Zip
Type of tool: Extracting and compressing files | Price: free | Download
Having a tool to extract and compress files is always useful, and 7-Zip is a good choice here. And in most cases, it is also a better option than WinRAR. 7-Zip can also be used as a clear file manager.
Some games, for example, like to deliver additional digital content such as soundtracks or wallpapers as archive files. This is when it is practical to have good software on your computer.
Why should I install this? 7-Zip is essential if you need to open special file formats that the built-in archive management of Windows can’t handle.
Vortex
Type of tool: Modifications for games | Price: free | Download
“NexusMods” is one of the largest communities when it comes to modifications for games. The program Vortex has now replaced the old Nexus Mod Manager as the official mod manager from Nexus Mods.
With Vortex you can de-install or install mods for your favorite games and see all mods in a clear list.
Why should I install this? Vortex is always helpful when games do not support the Steam Workshop, or if you want to install many mods. If you are not installing any mods, then you do not need this tool.
MSI Afterburner
Type of tool: Streaming, video and audio recording | Price: free | Download
MSI Afterburner is a popular tool to overclock graphics cards. It allows you to overclock both AMD and Nvidia GPUs.
Additionally, you can also display additional information such as the temperature of the GPU, the workload or the fan speed. With a certain overlay, you can also display various data directly in the game.
Why should I install this? MSI Afterburner is the tool if you want to overclock your graphics card and do not want to use the in-house programs from AMD, Nvidia, or Intel. If you are not interested in overclocking, you can at least use the comprehensive data or the helpful overlay.
OBS Studio
Type of tool: Streaming, video and audio recording | Price: free | Download
OBS Studio is the multifunction tool if you want to record games or audio and is therefore the first choice for many streamers. The software is free and offers a variety of functions that may be overwhelming at first.
For those who want to get into streaming or simply record games, OBS Studio is the right choice. In particular, the ability to easily record games and save them on your hard drive is helpful.
Why should I install this? For many streamers, OBS Studio is their first tool of choice. But it can also be worth it for quick recordings. If you do not want to record audio or video, then you can usually do without OBS Studio.
Discord
Type of tool: Text, voice chat and community | Price: free, optional subscription | Download
Discord has become one of the most important communication tools for gamers and has long since replaced other software like Teamspeak or Skype. Discord offers you, in addition to text and voice chat, additional features such as extensive communities with chats that you can join.
Discord is free but funded by an optional subscription that unlocks a few additional features. You can also boost your favorite servers with a subscription. However, this is also optional.
Why should I install this? Almost every gamer uses Discord today. Many developers also use the tool to communicate with the community. If you want to actively participate in games, there is hardly any way around Discord. If you play exclusively alone and also have no gaming friends, then Discord is also optional.
These are benchmark tools and other programs with which you can check the performance of your system. Such apps are ideal stress tests for the motherboard, processor, and RAM.
If you have installed new hardware or have installed a used graphics card, you can immediately see whether your system is functioning perfectly under high load.
Why should I install this? If you want to test your hardware or simply want to know how fast your system is, these small benchmark tools are worth it.
The VLC Media Player is a free program for playing music, movies, and other media. The software is lightweight and offers a lot of features. Additionally, you also get features such as streaming or recording capabilities.
The VLC Media Player is particularly recommended if you purchase soundtracks in the form of mp3 or wav files.
However, be careful when downloading: There are many fake sites out there claiming to offer the VLC as well. The correct address is Videolan.org. All addresses with .DE endings are fake.
Why should I install this? The VLC Media Player is one of the most popular free media players on the market. If you want to play music or stream a playlist in the background, the VLC Media Player is optimal.
For some time now, we have known the German voice of Lilith from Diablo 4. If you think the lady looks familiar, you are right: the voice actress was also heard in Diablo 3 before. Moreover, she greets the viewers of ARD every evening.
Who is Lilith?
Lilith serves as a major antagonist in Diablo 4. She is currently trying to build a cult in Sanctuary.
Who voices Lilith? In the original, Jessica Straus voices the mother of demons. Straus has also voiced Lilith in Darksiders 2 and the Amazon in Diablo 2. The German voice of Lilith is Claudia Urbschat-Mingues.
You may know Urbschat-Mingues’ voice from the female monk in Diablo 3 and Niobe in the Matrix movies. More importantly, since 2014, her voice has been heard on television every evening with the famous phrase: “Here is the first German television with the Tagesschau.”
Are you crazy? I will never get that out of my head!
Well, tough luck.
The fact that such completely different roles arise happens relatively often in gaming, by the way. Many voice actors take on characters or roles that actually have nothing to do with each other:
Thomas Fritsch voices the barbarian in Diablo 3 and was for a long time the narrator’s voice of The Three Question Marks.
Manfred Lehmann, the voice of Duke Nukem, is the off-voice of an image film for the Berlin police and the famous Praktiker commercial (20 % off everything).
The voice of the female humans in Guild Wars 2 and Leliana in Dragon Age: Origins, Marion von Stengel, was the announcer at NDR in the 90s.
You should therefore not immediately dismiss the German dubbing despite Tagesschau flashbacks. Claudia Urbschat-Mingues is a talented voice actress and there are some games that sound really good in German:
