Sony CEO continues to shoot against the purchase of Call of Duty by Microsoft: “Our business would not recover from this”

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 3 minutes

Microsoft announced more than a year ago that it wants to acquire the “Call of Duty” and “World of Warcraft” company Activision Blizzard for nearly 70 billion dollars. PlayStation manufacturer Sony emerged as the biggest opponent, fighting against the merger to this day.

When Microsoft announced in January 2022 that it wanted to acquire Activision Blizzard for nearly 70 billion dollars, the gaming world held its breath. People thought of free Blizzard games in the Xbox Game Pass or what impact the deal could have on the market.

It quickly became clear: The deal could not simply go through. Regulatory authorities around the world began their reviews – there are concerns that the merger could harm customers, that is, us gamers. Sony stepped in as the advocate of these concerns.

Since then, hardly a week goes by, even hardly a day, without new developments in the case of “Microsoft swallows Activision”. Currently, the headlines revolve around the British regulator CMA (Competition and Markets Authority). They have indicated that they do not see any threat to the console market.

The CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, Jim Ryan, apparently could not let that stand and criticized the CMA’s course with unusually strong, personal words. According to him, Call of Duty could seriously damage Sony’s business.

Call of Duty is considered by Sony as the strongest argument against a merger of Activision and Microsoft. The new Season 3 of the shooter is starting soon here is the trailer:

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“Gamers would leave our platform in droves”

Sony has sent a statement to the authority, titled: “Observations from SIE [Sony] on the CMA’s addendum to the provisional findings”. The documents are partially censored but publicly accessible (PDF via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk).

Already in point 2, things get heated: “The reversal of the CMA’s position on its theory of harm to the console market is surprising, unprecedented, and irrational”. Sony criticizes the authority’s change of mind and points out what evidence has already been provided.

Sony accuses the authority of relying solely on an economic model in its market calculations and argues against the results on which the CMA’s new position is based.

In a total of 10 pages, Sony explains why the authority should reconsider its position that the console market would not suffer significant damage from an acquisition.

To this end, they mention different scenarios and examples, such as the statement from Redfall’s Creative Director, Harvey Smith, who said in an interview, Microsoft prevented Redfall on the PlayStation.

A subsection is titled “Gamers are attentive consumers with high expectations”. Here, Sony really goes all out.

Sony outlines the case that Microsoft would intentionally degrade the quality of Call of Duty on the PlayStation. A quote from SIE CEO Jim Ryan made it into the statement:

[A worse version of Call of Duty would lead to] serious harm to our reputation. Our gamers would leave our platform in droves, and network effects would exacerbate the problem. Our business would never recover.

SIE CEO Jim Ryan

Sony considers it proven that Microsoft would do almost anything to gain a competitive advantage in the fiercely competitive console market. And Call of Duty continues to be a key factor in this.

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In conclusion, Sony states in a summary that the CMA’s new position is based only on speculation and not on evidence. They hope that the authority will reconsider its opinion.

Another chapter in a battle between two corporations that have already proven to prioritize revenue over customer welfare.

In the end, the acquisition will likely depend on the assessments of three authorities: the regulatory bodies in the USA, the EU, and the British CMA. The decision of one of these authorities would likely also influence the others’ decisions, which is why Sony is now opting for confrontation once again.

Experts view the chances positively that, in the end, a merger will happen without major restrictions for Microsoft and Activision Blizzard. In the end, only time will tell what the decision will look like.

And what consequences this will have for the gaming market in the future.

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ESO Event Ticker – How to claim your rewards by the end of 2023

MiezeMelli MiezeMelli Reading time 3 minutes

Throughout the year, MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online has game events. MeinMMO will tell you when to prepare for the next event and what rewards you can earn.

What is the ESO Event Ticker? Every year, a lot of events await you in the world of The Elder Scrolls Online. We provide an overview of all current events so that you stay informed. By following this, you won’t miss anything.

We will continuously update this post on MeinMMO. It serves as a hub, collecting information about the individual events. So feel free to bookmark it.

Update: Events – Anniversary & Free To Play is currently running.
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These events are about: As it has almost become a tradition in MMORPGs, there are also special events in ESO related to real-life holidays.

ESO - Event Plan 2023
ESO Event Schedule 2023

Here’s an overview of when you can look forward to events this year:

EventStart / EndXP Bonus?
Anniversary Event

(directly following the Jester Event)		April 6
to
April 18		✔ (XP)
Fearless CelebrationsBeginning of September
to
End of September
Witches FestivalEnd of October
to
Beginning of November		✔ (XP)
New Year’s Festival 22/23End of December 23
to
Beginning of January 24		✔ (XP)
Wailing Banshee PvPpostponed
date unknown		✔ (AP)

What does the checkmark mean for the XP Bonus? During some events, you can use the associated event tool or memento to receive a 100% experience bonus. This bonus can be combined, making these events suitable for XP grinding.

In the PvP event Wailing Banshee, there is an alliance points bonus similar to the 100% experience bonus. These are experience points that only affect the PvP rank and PvP skills. At the same time, they also serve as a currency with which you can acquire many interesting things in the PvP area Cyrodiil.

Here you can find out how to earn a lot of XP in a short time.

As soon as there is new information about the remaining events, it will be added to this article.

Current event in ESO – Anniversary and Free To Play

ESO celebrates its 9th anniversary just like every year with an event. With every daily quest you hand in, you additionally receive one of the anniversary boxes on top. The event has already begun and runs until April 18 at 4 PM CEST.

Also, you can play ESO for free until Monday, April 17. So if you always wanted to take a look at the MMORPG, now is the ideal time.

Next event in ESO

The PvP event “Wailing Banshee” is postponed to an yet unknown date due to upcoming maintenance. We will inform you as soon as we know more.

According to the announcement (via ESO Forum), the event is still planned to take place twice per year. The number of event tickets that can be earned throughout the year is also expected to remain unaffected. We will inform you when we know more about the start of the event.

If you’re not yet exactly sure what kind of event it is, check out our post on Wailing Banshee from last year.

Regular Twitch Drops: Here’s how you can occasionally get random loot from the boxes

How do I get Twitch Drops? First, you need an account on twitch.tv, then you have to link your two accounts (Twitch and ESO) together. Once you’ve done that, you will receive the drops just by watching. You can also track the percentage progress live.

How do I connect ESO with Twitch? If you are logged into your Twitch account and you’re on your homepage, click on the icon with your profile picture, which you can find at the top right. Select the “Settings” option there. Now you will be guided to the next step.

In the settings, you are now on the “Profile” tab. Switch to the second to last tab “Connections” to complete the linking. Scroll down until you find ESO and connect with the account. Then you just need to watch the stream while you are set to “online”.

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Upcoming Events

The following annual events are still to come:

Apart from the major events that are regularly repeated, there are also mini-events that ZOS does not announce widely:

Ended Events

The following events have already ended this year:

Currently, Update 37 and the DLC Scribe of Fate are playable on the LIVE servers. The DLC has also introduced 2 new dungeons to the game. The developers have come up with some new cool mechanics for it. In the new dungeon Bal Sunnar, there is a mechanic that has never existed before.

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MeinMMO Quiz: Do you recognize the MMORPG based on the review on Steam?

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Who is currently looking for MMORPGs will find dozens of titles on Steam alone. These are rated more or less well. But could you identify the game based solely on the Steam reviews? Find out in our quiz.

What is this about? We at MeinMMO have looked at 30 different MMORPGs on Steam and sifted through the reviews. In doing so, we have selected ratings that describe the MMORPG without directly revealing which game it is.

We mostly relied on positive reviews, but sometimes also on negative ones. If the name of the game or the game world was mentioned, we shortened it to make it not too easy for you.

The quiz originally appeared on April 30, 2022, and was updated in April 2023.
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How does the quiz work? You will be presented with a review in each round that was written exactly as it appears on Steam. Most of the reviews were made in English, but for better understanding, we have translated them into German and slightly smoothed the language.

After you have read the review, you have four answer options to choose from. One of these answers is correct, and the other three are made up. Keep in mind that you can only select one answer, and this selection cannot be undone.

Each correct answer gives you a point, and at the end of the quiz, you can see how many points you have collected and how well you know the world of MMORPGs.

Have fun!

Dieses Quiz ist geschlossen.

How many points did you earn in the quiz? Which question was really difficult, and which did you find too easy? Feel free to write it in the comments.

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7 Games on Steam under 10 € that are worth your money

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 5 minutes

We have compiled a list of good Steam games under 10 €. We selected 7 different PC games based on their price and ratings and listed them here.

Based on what criteria were the selections made? The games were selected based on the following factors:

  • The games must be available on Steam.
  • The games regularly cost less than 10 €, but are not free.
  • The player ratings on Steam must be at least 90% positive (as of April 3, 2023).

For each featured game, we provide a description and a trailer. Additionally, there is a list of “pros and cons” arguments for or against the game, and we explain who the Steam game might be suitable for.

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1. Undertale

Developer: tobyfox | Genre: Role-playing game | Release Date: September 15, 2015 | Price: 9.99 € | Steam Page: Undertale

Undertale is a 2D indie game where you are a child who falls through a magical barrier into the underworld and must find your way home.

Along the way, you encounter various creatures against which you battle in bullet-hell gameplay. You can decide in Undertale whether to spare the defeated enemies at the end or defeat them for additional rewards. How you play changes the further course of the game and the ending that awaits you.

For us, Undertale also belongs on the 10 best role-playing games that you can find on Steam.

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UNDERTALE – Nintendo Switch Trailer
Pro
  • Gripping, emotional story
  • Creative gameplay
  • Good soundtrack
Contra
  • Pixel graphics are not to everyone’s taste

Who is Undertale for? Behind the pixel design is a profound story that can evoke various emotions in players.

So, if you value stories and creative ideas in gameplay and characters, you might have found the right game in Undertale.

2. Mini Motorways

Developer: Dinosaur Polo Club | Genre: Strategy | Release Date: July 20, 2021 | Price: 8.19 € | Steam Page: Mini Motorways

You plan the traffic system of a city and set the routes of the roads to ensure smooth movement. Additionally, you constantly incorporate new buildings into the system and create highways for particularly fast routes.

However, you must keep an eye on the constantly evolving city and the changes that come with it. Your biggest enemy in the game: traffic jams, which can quickly lead to game over in Mini Motorways.

More game recommendations for strategy fans can be found here: The 12 best strategy games for PC with multiplayer 2023

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Mini Motorways – Trailer
Pro
  • Ideal for relaxing or challenging in different modes
  • Easy to start with straightforward gameplay
Contra
  • Little variety in gameplay
  • Simple graphics are not to everyone’s taste
  • Game is heavily dependent on luck

Who is Mini Motorways for? The game is worthwhile both as a nice game to relax with after a stressful workday and as a challenging challenge for route planners.

If you enjoyed Mini Motorways, be sure to check out the predecessor Mini Metro. Instead of streets, it’s about subway systems. The style and gameplay principle are quite similar.

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Survival Hit ARK dies 2023 – Unless you buy a remaster on PS5, Xbox or Steam

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

In fact, ARK 2 was supposed to be a successor to the popular survival game ARK: Survival Evolved this year. Additionally, an update to Unreal Engine 5 was planned. On March 31, Studio Wildcard then released a roadmap that shows how the survival game will proceed.

The reveal of the ARK roadmap on March 31 did not show any gameplay of ARK 2, as some fans had hoped. Instead, the community’s fears were confirmed: ARK 2 has been postponed to late 2024.

Moreover, the previously teased “Unreal Engine 5” update is not free – it will be released in August 2023 as a paid next-gen remaster on PS5, Xbox, or Steam.

Furthermore, Wildcard announced that with the release of the remaster, the official servers of the survival game will be shut down. Although the game will still be playable on private servers and in single-player mode, those who wish to continue playing on the official servers will need to purchase the remaster.

The reveal trailer of ARK 2, shown at the Game Awards 2020, mentioned a release in 2022. We are now far from that:

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ARK 2: Watch the 4-minute announcement trailer for the survival sequel

What kind of remaster is this? The remaster will be released under the title “ARK: Survival Ascended” and is primarily a next-gen update for the aged survival game. It will be available exclusively for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Last-generation consoles PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch will miss out.

In addition, ARK: Survival Ascended utilizes Unreal Engine 5, bringing not only improved graphics and performance but also cross-platform modding, allowing console players to also use mods.

Update April 8, 2023: After there was a lot of criticism from players, ARK changed the price and content of the remaster.

It will no longer be bundled with ARK 2, but the DLCs Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, Genesis Part 1, and Genesis Part 2 are included. The price after the change is 60 euros.

How much does the remaster cost? If you are playing on PS5, ARK: Survival Ascended will cost you $39.99 – which is expected to be around 40 euros. PC and Xbox players will have to pay around 50 euros ($49.99).

Additionally, the add-ons Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and Genesis Part 1 and 2 are not included in the remaster and will be released in 2024 as paid DLCs. According to Wildcard, the base game contains the map “The Island”, the battle royale mode “Survival of The Fittest”, and “Non-Canon” DLC maps.

  • Explorers Pass – $19.99 (Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction)
  • Genesis Pass – $19.99 (Genesis Part 1, Genesis Part 2)

The remaster costs more for PC and Xbox players because it is exclusively available in a bundle with ARK 2 for the entire first year. So you need to purchase an additional game for which you have not seen any gameplay yet.

If you are still interested in ARK 2, you can read all the known information summarized here:

ARK 2: Release, trailer, gameplay – What we know so far

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Twitch streamer wants to sign Valorant team, backs out at the last minute and ghosts them – now pays out of shame

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Félix “xQc” Lengyel is one of the most-watched streamers on Twitch. In March 2023, he wanted to additionally launch his own esports team, but that apparently didn’t happen.

What’s the deal with the team? Alongside flashy gaming setups and outrageously expensive luxury cars, esports teams seem to be the trending status symbol among streamers: Ludwig Ahgren has one, DisguisedToast even has two – though it’s currently not exactly the best time for esports.

The former Overwatch pro xQc apparently also wanted a piece of the cake and to treat himself with a Valorant team. In March, he wanted to sign the Turtle Troop, a team that competes as a “Free Agent” without a larger organization backing them.

However, the deal did not go through and team member Peter “Governor” No has now accused xQc of stringing the players along.

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xQc admits to lack of communication

What are the accusations? In a stream with professional player Yassine “Subroza” Taoufik, Governor talked about the contract with xQc. He accuses the streamer of stringing the team along for a month and not getting back to them – he “ghosted” them.

The “Turtle Troop” player says they had already signed a sort of preliminary agreement.

We had signed term sheets and everything, but then he backed out at the last second and just ghosted us.

What does the streamer say? Since xQc is always streaming in some way, it didn’t take long for a response from the “Juicers”. On the same day, he commented on the situation regarding the team in his own stream.

xQc admitted that he hadn’t communicated enough with the team:

It was just a lot going on and I was overwhelmed. I realize that I should have communicated more during that time. There were things I couldn’t talk about.

The streamer also explains that he left the discussions with the team to his managers and assumed they would sort things out.

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Streamer pays due to guilty conscience

Why didn’t the deal go through? According to xQc, there was disagreement about the team’s future. The streamer originally planned to buy two star players to build a “super team”.

However, Turtle Troop was less keen on the plan: The players wanted to stay together as a five-man group. Additionally, due to his own difficulties, xQc questioned the decision regarding the purchase.

Are the players left empty-handed? No. As a former Overwatch pro, xQc is aware of how frustrating it must have been for the team to be strung along. Therefore, the streamer says he agreed to pay the team for the lost time:

I felt so bad and was so embarrassed about the situation I was in that I agreed to pay them a month’s salary or half a month’s salary.

The sum was “quite large,” xQc noted.

What exactly was going on with xQc can only be speculated. However, it is likely that it had something to do with his relationship with his ex-girlfriend Adept. This would at least fit with the fact that the streamer is not allowed to talk about the situation that prevented him from going through with the purchase:

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In FIFA 23, ‘Trophy Titans’ is now live – Brings extremely strong Icons and Heroes

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 3 minutes

In FIFA 23 Ultimate Team, the new event “Trophy Titans” is now live. We present the new special cards to you.

What the new event brings: In the new “Trophy Titans” event, there is a whole range of extremely strong new cards. Now there are a total of 13 new icons and 4 new hero cards in the game. Particularly strong are the new icon cards from Zidane (97), Del Piero (95), or Klose (93), who could finally have a playable card.

However, in addition to the new top cards, there are also weakened new icons. The event, for example, brings a 93 and a 92 version of Lahm.

Here you can see all the new cards:

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What is “Trophy Titans” as an event? Since this promo has not taken place in any FIFA title before, it is still not possible to say exactly what special features the new cards can offer and what criteria they are selected and receive upgrades.

The name alone already suggests that it might be cards for players who have accumulated a few trophies in their careers. Similar conclusions can also be drawn from the current leaks that we show further down in this post.

Additionally, it can be inferred from the loading screen that there will be new FUT icon and new FUT hero cards.

When does the event start? The new “Trophy Titans” event starts at the end of FUT Birthday, on Good Friday, April 7 at 7:00 PM. This is revealed to us by a loading screen in Ultimate Team.

FIFA 23 Trophy Titans – All leaks about icons and heroes

If you look at the Twitter account of the well-known FUT leaker FUT Sheriff, you can find quite a few leaks there. According to FUT Sheriff, unusually there will be no upgrades for active footballers. Only hero and icon cards are said to receive new, extremely strong special cards.

So if you were looking forward to new special cards for Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi, you might be disappointed.

New cards are said to be available for:

  • GK: Casillas (TT-Icon)
  • LB: Roberto Carlos (TT-Icon)
  • CDM: Essien (TT-Icon)
  • CAM: Zidane (TT-Icon)
  • CB: Lucio (TT-Hero)
  • ST: Bergkamp (TT-Icon)
  • RB: Lahm (TT-Icon)
  • CM: Vieira (TT-Icon)
  • CDM: Yaya Touré (TT-Hero)

Furthermore, the leaker mentions that there could even be two different versions for some of the new special cards. We are certainly excited and will update this post as soon as there are new leaks and information.

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You should consider the following regarding leaks: Which new special cards will actually end up in FUT cannot be said at this time. The previous names are merely leaks and no official information from EA. Certainty regarding the new cards will probably only come at the start of the event.

The FUT Birthday is currently still ongoing in FIFA 23 Ultimate. If you need help finding the exchange tokens, feel free to check here:

FUT Birthday Token Tracker – How to get all the rewards

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Destiny 2: Xur today – location and offer on 07.04

Britta ♤ BeAngel Britta ♤ BeAngel Reading time 4 minutes

Before the Easter Bunny appears, Xur will. He arrives this Friday in the Destiny 2 universe and will sell his exotic goods to you all weekend long. Provided you know where to find him. But don’t worry, MeinMMO will tell you.

Who is Xur? For those of you who don’t know Xur yet – he is essentially the treasurer of the universe and certainly the most mysterious NPC trader in Destiny 2. His appearance is curious and his visits are rare.

But he appears every week to sell you exotic weapons and gear. You can visit him and then shop for some material from him. But beware – Xur appears in a different location each week and it is the Guardians’ task to find him.

Before we tell you what Xur has on offer and where he is hiding this time, you can discover our obligatory weekly review.

What happened this week in Destiny 2? The Guardians discovered a new bug this week that is particularly helpful for solo players. With it, everything seems to die by itself and it almost looks like bosses are giving up voluntarily. The reason is a poison bug that deals almost infinite damage.

Bungie, the developer of Destiny 2, also admitted that the Lightfall experience “Is not what we planned” and promises extensive improvements:

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All info about Xur on April 7, 2023 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S

When does Xur come? As a trader of rare exotic goods in Destiny 2, Xur visits the universe every Friday at 7:00 PM. To shop with him, you only need some in-game currency so that the gaps in your collection can shrink faster.

Where is Xur? This is his hideout for the weekend

Xur’s location: Although Xur only actively uses a few location spots in the destinations, no Guardian knows where he will land before 7:00 PM.

Here is where Xur can be found this weekend: Nessus, in the Guardian’s Tomb
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Xur is on Nessus

Xur’s inventory from April 7 – April 11 – All Exotics at a glance

What does Xur have on offer? Xur will continue his trading business until the end of Destiny 2. However, the nice “I am the messenger of the Nine” conversation is always free.

This is Xur’s offer this week:

Xur’s inventory from April 7 – April 11.

Exotic Weapon: “Sunshot” – Solar Hand Cannon for 29 Legendary Shards

Titan: “Helmet of the 14th Saint” – Head protection for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +13
  • Resilience: +3
  • Recovery: +17
  • Discipline: +7
  • Intellect: +19
  • Strength: +6
  • Total: 65

Hunter: “The Shadow of the Dragon” – Chest protection for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +17
  • Resilience: +10
  • Recovery: +6
  • Discipline: +14
  • Intellect: +15
  • Strength: +2
  • Total: 64

Warlock: “Transversive Steps” – Leg protection for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +16
  • Resilience: +9
  • Recovery: +7
  • Discipline: +18
  • Intellect: +2
  • Strength: +13
  • Total: 65

Legendary Armor Set: “Hauer-Loyalty” set

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

Currently, he has these two weapons on offer:

  • The exotic hand cannon “Fallen Moon” (Beyond Light DLC) with “Eye of the Storm”
  • The exotic scout rifle “Tale of a Dead Man” (Beyond Light DLC) with “Endure”

Iron Banner with Eruption in Season 20

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This is what the Iron Banner is about: This week is a new chance in Season 20 to dive into the Iron Banner and fight for glory and honor. Unlike in the PvP endgame, the “Trials of Osiris”, it is not about winning at all costs, but also about having fun.

It requires skill, strategy, and most importantly, teamwork. Because those who fight alone will quickly realize that they have a lesser chance against cooperating opponents. So grab your favorite weapon, howl as a pack, and show everyone who the real ruler of the Iron Banner is.

Which mode will be played this week: Currently you can experience “Eruption” in the Iron Banner. Guardians receive an energy boost to their Light abilities the longer their current killstreak lasts.

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This loot is available in the Iron Banner: In the Iron Banner, Guardians can earn and also focus many weapons.

The Origin trait “Creeping Wolf” ensures that through these weapons, you have an improved radar when at low health and achieving killing blows against Guardians, and you are removed from the enemy radar.

Additionally, Lord Saladin offers armor focusing for old seasons, allowing you to now complete your collection directly.

When does the Iron Banner officially end? Lord Saladin’s PvP activities end with the Weekly Reset on April 11 at 7:00 PM. That is also the departure time for Xur.

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The Iron Banner may end this week, but the fight for survival and the quest for the best weapons and gear goes on.

What was your best experience in the Iron Banner? Have you ever won a match where you were about to lose? Or perhaps you accomplished an epic feat that made you an immortal Iron Wolf? Feel free to share it in the comments. We are excited to hear your stories.

If however, you have lost interest in Destiny 2, it may be because:

Destiny 2 is only getting boring because you are too lazy

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It is foolish to play only a single MMORPG

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 5 minutes

MMORPGs are currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity. However, many players often wait for that “one MMORPG” that they can play forever. However, MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch finds this attitude foolish.

For many years, I only played one MMORPG: Guild Wars 1. From 2006 to 2011, I didn’t know any other game and have spent more than 10,000 hours in it.

However, in 2011, I opened myself up to the MMORPG world. I played games like SWTOR, Aion, and later also WoW. And that broadened my horizons. While I focused fully on Guild Wars 2 for many years – partly due to my own fansite – I also tried other games like Blade & Soul, WildStar, ESO, and Black Desert.

By now, I am firmly convinced that every MMORPG fan should definitely try multiple games. The idea of fully focusing on just one game should be thrown overboard immediately.

This article originally appeared in March 2022 and was updated for you in April 2023.
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Bridging Content Droughts with Alternatives

If you play multiple MMORPGs, you practically never experience a content drought. If there’s nothing happening in Guild Wars 2 and all story content and achievements are completed, I participate in a new season in Black Desert or test the latest DLC in ESO.

In the last 12 months, I particularly noticed this with my friends who have been playing WoW for decades. They reacted very differently to the relatively little content during this time:

  • One group decided to try other MMORPGs. They joined the hype wave around FFXIV, which Asmongold and other WoW streamers sparked. Later, this group also looked into ESO together. They had a really good time.
  • A few of my friends remained loyal only to WoW and didn’t want to cancel their subscription. Although they didn’t have a bad time – after all, they were still playing their favorite game – my gut feeling tells me that 2021 was significantly more entertaining for group 1.

I haven’t experienced a content drought in Guild Wars 2 since waiting for Heart of Thorns in 2015. Instead, I have continually dedicated myself to new MMORPGs, even if only for a few dozen hours of gameplay because it ultimately didn’t turn out to be fun enough.

You Experience Cool Niche Games

Most MMORPGs that have been released in recent years have been rather flops. I especially think of Bless Online, Elyon, and Crowfall. But I would like to positively highlight two niche games at this point.

One game is PSO2: New Genesis. In this sci-fi MMORPG, things get action-packed, and the combat system is just a lot of fun. Unfortunately, there is a lack of content and varied experiences, but the battles easily make up for it.

The other game is Broken Ranks. It is a 2.5D MMORPG with turn-based combat. This combat system is a lot of fun for me, offers a lot of depth, and makes the whole game a real hidden gem. It was already a big surprise for me in 2022.

I would probably never have tried both games if I had focused only on one big MMORPG. I would also have missed out on some really crazy experiences. My favorite anecdote by now is the character editor from Chimeraland. The gameplay is rather weak, but creating the craziest beasts was a lot of fun for me.

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You Learn to Love “Your MMORPG” Even More

Every player has a favorite MMORPG, and that’s good. However, over time, that game can get boring because you have seen and experienced everything.

When you switch games – no matter which MMORPG – you suddenly learn to appreciate aspects you previously took for granted. For me, these are usually the incredibly good combat system, the jumping puzzles, and the wardrobe/dye system from Guild Wars 2. No other game compares.

That’s why I had so much fun playing Guild Wars 2 again as part of the new expansion End of Dragons. I was able to enjoy the strengths of my favorite game again. It simply offers so much comfort compared to New World and Lost Ark, which I had been addicted to in the previous months.

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I Play What Matches My Mood

If you play multiple MMORPGs, you can freely choose what you want to experience right now. As a father, I currently only have about one to two hours each evening and want to use them in a way that perfectly takes me out of everyday life:

  • If I want to dive into challenging dungeons or raids, I play Trials in ESO or dungeons in Lost Ark (here, Final Fantasy XIV would surely be the best solution, but I never got the hang of it)
  • If I want to enjoy good PvP arenas, I play Guild Wars 2 or Lost Ark
  • If I want to grind mindlessly, enjoy battles, and watch a series on the side, I play New World or Black Desert
  • If I want to follow a cool new story, I choose ESO or SWTOR

There is no MMORPG that offers me all that. But with multiple games, I am so flexible that I can shape my evening exactly as I need it right now.

The Next WoW Won’t Come

The release of WoW was a phenomenon. It sparked a hype and experienced a growth over the years that is hardly possible today. However, that was likely a one-time thing for this genre.

Because there are simply too many good MMORPGs now and not enough opportunities to revolutionize the genre. Moreover, each new game will offer less content than those already established.

Only a significant technical change could build such hype again, if something like Sword Art or Ready Player One becomes reality. Twitch streamer Asmongold believes that too. But we are probably still years to decades away from that.

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Switching Games Can Disrupt Guild Dynamics

The only problem with switching between many MMORPGs is holding your core group together, with whom you like to complete dungeons and raids or participate in PvP. Such a group can quickly fall apart with many game switches.

I have various approaches myself:

  • So, I am in larger community guilds in GW2 and ESO, where we always do things together, but without obligations.
  • My guild in BDO, on the other hand, knows exactly that I am an editor at MeinMMO and does not expect an active player, but supports me when I have questions or want to experience content.
  • In New World and SWTOR, I know enough players who take me along when I want to dive deeper into the MMORPGs again.
  • Additionally, I have a fun group on Discord with my colleague Mark Sellner that is not limited to one game but likes to try new games, like recently New World and Lost Ark, or just plays a round of LoL in the evening.

With these methods, I maintain good contacts with various players and always have a group available when I want to run a dungeon or experience PvP.

What do you think about this topic? Do you play multiple MMORPGs simultaneously, or do you remain loyal to just one game and one guild? Feel free to write it in the comments.

An MMORPG that could spark hype again in 2022 is Throne and Liberty. We introduced you to the game from NCSoft here:

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US company would rather destroy technology worth 21.3 million €, than let it fall into Russian hands

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According to Russian media reports, the network specialist Cisco destroyed technical equipment worth 21.3 million euros when it abandoned its site in Russia. A Russian news website claims that the equipment could have been sold.

Where did the news come from? Originally, the news came from the Russian site C-News, referring to information from the state Russian news agency TASS. In the West, the news arrived via “Tom’s Hardware”.

“No Iron for the Russians”

What did the company do? Cisco was one of the first high-tech companies to close its business in Russia immediately after the start of the war of aggression against Ukraine in February 2022.

But only now in January 2023 has the company, according to the agency, destroyed technical equipment worth 1.9 billion rubles, which is about 21.3 million euros.

The equipment mainly consists of spare parts for the company’s devices, which according to the current company policy will no longer be sold in Russia. Tom’s Hardware states that it is unclear whether the equipment would have fallen under US sanctions regulations.

In addition, the company also destroyed office items, furniture, and vehicles – it is said that values amounting to 1 million rubles (about 11,200 euros) were also destroyed.

According to Russian media, it would also have been possible to export the equipment from Russia, as the German company SAP did. Or the equipment could have been sold.

However, Cisco decided to destroy the equipment. The headline for the paragraph is “No Iron to the Russians” – it apparently means that Cisco preferred to destroy the equipment rather than let the materials fall into the hands of the Russians to be possibly used for war materials.

Our expertise at MeinMMO relates to gaming. Anyone who wants to delve deeper into the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is advised to inform themselves on official sites or news magazines:

– Solidarity with Ukraine (via auswertiges-amt)

How is this assessed? Although 21.3 million euros may sound like a lot to us, it is just peanuts for Cisco. The company has quarterly revenue figures of 13.6 billion dollars and a profit of 2.77 billion dollars, so it doesn’t weigh much.

In addition, the company is said to have already written off 67 million dollars for the end of its business in Russia.

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Useless Knowledge – 5 Things You Didn’t Know About WoW

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We reveal five little details about World of Warcraft that you probably didn’t know.

This article originally appeared in December 2017. It was updated for Easter 2023.

World of Warcraft has grown quite large over 9 expansions, and hardly any player knows all the little details of the game world. Some are so small or hidden that you would never see them unless you specifically look for them. It would be a shame if this knowledge wasn’t shared with other players, don’t you think?

WoW Battle for Azeroth Jaina

Today we present 5 things from World of Warcraft that perfectly count as “useless knowledge.” Enjoy!

1. Cats – Lazy and Cuddly

In World of Warcraft, there are now over 500 different pets. Many of these pets, which can also be used in pet battles, have unique animations or special behaviors.

When it comes to pure cuteness, it is not the corgis that win, but the cats of Azeroth. They have several interaction options with the environment and their owners, making them potential candidates for cute and beautiful screenshots.

WoW Katze sitzen

Did you know that cats can sit on your lap? To summon a cat, target it and use /sit. After a few seconds, the cat will come up to your character and sit on their lap!

Besides that, cats are incredibly lazy and have a preference for robotic vacuums that zoom around the room. How convenient that these vacuums also exist in World of Warcraft!

With the toy Stolen Sweeper, you can summon such a vacuum. If you have a cat pet with you, it will jump up and ride around with it. Finally, cats also get their own mount!

WoW Katze Staubsauger

2. The Love of a Demon

Warlocks are popular in World of Warcraft, not least because they can lead demonic allies into battle. You rarely get to see a succubus outside of PvP, but some players do take the whip-wielding lady into a dungeon – purely for aesthetic reasons, of course.

WoW Sukkubus Herz

These warlocks can be quite annoyed when you steal their succubus. It’s very easy: target the demon and try a /kiss or /flirt. Immediately a heart will appear above your head and that of the succubus.

Typically, the warlock will jealously try to trigger the effect as well, which will not succeed: he has a built-in cooldown of about 30 seconds. This will only fuel the frustration of the warlock even further…

This also works with the incubi, but they are seen a bit less frequently.

3. Sit Down and I’ll Crit You!

Especially in PvP battlegrounds, a break is often needed. If you’ve taken some mana bread from the nearest mage, you can take a little food break after each battle. But be careful! Besides restoring health and mana, eating comes with a lethal danger: sitting down.

WoW-Rogue-Artwork

A sitting character will be guaranteed to be critically hit by the next physical attack! Whether it’s a rogue’s ambush or a warrior’s execute. The next attack will be a 100% critical hit. So if you’re defending a flag point in Arathi, remember: never sit down. The opposing rogue would surely take advantage of it.

Rumor has it there was even a trick: those who lay on their back could not be attacked “from behind,” which should protect against a rogue’s ambush.

4. “On Fire” – Druids Should Avoid Campfires

For years, druids in World of Warcraft have had to listen to warnings that they should be careful in their tree form as restoration druids. Otherwise, they would be chopped, set on fire, turned into a chair, or similar. But did you know that one of these things is actually possible?

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Anyone who has learned the cooking profession can set up a Cozy Fire with just one click, where players can prepare food or just relax a bit. However, this does not apply to druids in their treant form. If they come into contact with the fire, they will be engulfed in flames and start to smoke! This, however, has no real negative effect, it is merely a visual gimmick.

Perhaps just a small reminder of what happened to Teldrassil…

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5. The Nature-Loving Tauren

Hardly any race in World of Warcraft cares for nature as much as the Tauren. They are essentially peaceful creatures, only inclined to war when there is a valid reason. For example, when the Earth Mother needs protection or a crazy warlord named Windrunner calls for it.

Tauren in World of Warcraft

Otherwise, you mainly find Tauren in druidic circles, as wild keepers, or in regenerative tasks in corrupted environments.

But did you know that their connection to nature is already directly in their name?

“Tauren” is an anagram of the English word “Nature” – if you rearrange the letters, you get the new word.

The beauty of it? Now that you know, you can never forget it…

That was our useless knowledge for this week. Which of these points and details did you already know? Was everything new to you? Or did you know every one of these points?

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PS5: Sony files patent for controller made of disgusting slime that can be hot and cold in your hands – But do I want that?

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Sony has filed a patent for a controller that can adjust its temperature. MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller is sure he never wants to hold the device.

What kind of patent is this? Sony has reportedly filed a new patent. It is said to be a controller made of elastic and deformable material, described as gel-like by the online magazine Exputer.

The controller is also said to have the ability to adjust its temperature. The temperature adjustment could occur, for example, based on information the controller receives from a game.

The patent states regarding this:

The shape or hardness of the elastic elements (grips) changes in response to a process conducted by the information processing device, such as a game, allowing, for example, the user to present the material of a virtual object […] as a haptic sensation, conveying the temperature of the virtual object as a warmth/cold feeling or similar.

via patentscope.wipo.int

This means: If you get hit by a Molotov cocktail in a shooter, then the gel-like material of the controller will become warmer. In a snowy biome, the controller could become cooler.

DualSense Edge for the PS5 may not change temperature, but it has additional buttons:

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The solution to a problem that never existed

Do you remember the feeling of sitting in the living room with your friends playing a game – just like classic couch co-op? Whenever a level was completed or a match was over, the controller was passed around.

I’m almost sure everyone had that one buddy you never wanted to get the controller from. The input device was always disgustingly warm and sweaty when that player took their turn.

This feeling of the warm and sweaty controller is exactly what I think of with the patent. A gel-like material that gets warmer in my hands when I cross a lava flow in ARK … So I hold warm goo in my hands while gaming – who doesn’t imagine this feeling as wonderful?

Of course, every gamer is also a fan of cold hands. Who wouldn’t be happy if you get frozen by Mei in Overwatch and the temperature of the controller suddenly drops?

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Okay, jokes aside. I never want to hold this controller in my hands. The very idea frightens me, and I don’t know who would want such features. To me, it sounds like the solution to a problem that never existed.

I value other features in a controller, such as additional buttons (so-called paddles), reduced weight, or the ability to customize button mapping.

MeinMMO editor Maik Schneider feels similarly, as he still raves about his recent purchase:

I paid 280 euros for a PS5 controller, and damn, I would do it again

Of course, every gamer is also a fan of cold hands. Who wouldn’t be happy if you get frozen by Mei in Overwatch and the temperature of the controller suddenly drops?

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Okay, jokes aside. I never want to hold this controller in my hands. The very idea frightens me, and I don’t know who would want such features. To me, it sounds like the solution to a problem that never existed.

I value other features in a controller, such as additional buttons (so-called paddles), reduced weight, or the ability to customize button mapping.

MeinMMO editor Maik Schneider feels similarly, as he still raves about his recent purchase:

I paid 280 euros for a PS5 controller, and damn, I would do it again

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Final Fantasy XIV: Unlocking Mounts – How to Get Your First Chocobo

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In Final Fantasy XIV you can ride your own Chocobo after a few levels. We from MeinMMO explain to you what you need to do for that.

At the beginning of the MMORPG you are walking and will quickly find that the paths are quite long without a mount. Meanwhile, other players fly and ride past you on various mounts.

In FFXIV you follow a main quest line, the main scenario, from the very beginning, which guides you through various areas. The unlocking of riding is closely tied to it. During the story, you will receive your first mount – a Chocobo. The yellow bird has been a part of the series since Final Fantasy II and is also indispensable in Final Fantasy XIV.

This is how you start the Chocobo quest

To get your first mount, you need to complete a quest called “My own Chocobo”.

To obtain this, there are a few prerequisites. First, you need to reach level 20, which happens anyway within the main story, as the quests provide you with plenty of experience.

When you also arrive at level 20 through the main scenario, there is a point where you choose between 3 quests and thus join a state company:

  • “In the service of the Brotherhood” for Gridania
  • “In the service of the Maelstrom” for Limsa Lominsa
  • “In the service of the Legion” for Ul’dah

If you have joined one of the three companies, another quest follows. You will receive 200 state coins, which you will need later.

What are state coins? They are a currency used by the state companies. You receive them by completing FATES, and you can exchange them for equipment and other items in the city.

Now you can accept the Chocobo quest. For that, go to the company’s base in the respective city.

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Obtaining a Chocobo License

What do I do with the state coins? You now need to exchange your received state coins for a Chocobo license. For that, go to the supply officer of the respective city. There you exchange your state coins. Here are the coordinates for the officer in each city:

  • Limsa Lominsa – Upper Decks (x: 13 / Y: 12.6) 
  • New Gridania – (X: 9.8 / Y: 12.6) 
  • Ul’dah – Nald’s Crossroads (X: 8.4 / Y: 9.2)

For 200 coins you will finally receive the Chocobo license of the Maelstrom, the Brotherhood, or the Legion – depending on the selected company. This does not affect your mount.

Next, you can go to a Chocobo stable and exchange the license for your bird. Since this is your first mount, you can even choose a name yourself. This is no longer possible with later mounts.

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Summoning your mount

In addition to your newly obtained mount, you receive a Chocobo whistle. Select it in your inventory and click on “Use” – This allows you to learn how to summon your mount.

Afterwards, you will receive the command “Mount up/Send away” with the icon of a Chocobo head. This allows you to summon your mount and send it away. It’s best to drag the command into your action bar.

In the mount directory, you can then see your Chocobo and all the other mounts you will receive.

Have you already received your first Chocobo? What name did you give it? Feel free to write it to us in the comments here on MeinMMO!

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WoW makes the biggest change to ‘Mythic+’ in 6 years, making everything more relaxed

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World of Warcraft will give players more time. Mythic+ will be more relaxed, and the “stress” will only come later.

Even if Blizzard does not implement all the changes that the World of Warcraft community wants for the “Mythic+” system, the developers are trying out new things. The latest version of Patch 10.1 Neltharion’s Fury on the PTR has several changes and changes “Mythic+” quite drastically. In the future, you will have fewer affixes, and they will come much later.

What will change? With the next patch, the levels at which affixes are added in the “Mythic+” area will change. The whole system is being broadened so that you will have to deal with multiple affixes later. In the future, it will be as follows:

  • The 1st affix (Tyrannical or Fortified) will still appear at the start, directly at level 2.
  • The 2nd affix will be added at level 7.
  • The 3rd affix will be added at level 14.

From keystone level 14 and above, you will henceforth have the maximum of 3 affixes active in a dungeon.

Just to compare: Currently, affixes are added at levels 2, 4, 7, and 10, so that you already have the maximum of 4 affixes in a dungeon from level 10. That will soon be a thing of the past.

A seasonal affix will be completely removed in Season 2 of Dragonflight.

Why is Blizzard doing this? Blizzard has several goals in mind.

On the one hand, the new distribution makes more sense in connection with the reward structure. Mythic keystone dungeons provide increasingly better gear as loot up to level 20. It makes sense to spread the additional difficulties better over the range of 20 levels.

The second reason is that they want to give players more time to get used to dungeons and experience them without being overwhelmed by the affixes and the resulting additional complexity.

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The latter is especially a problem later in the course of a season. Because at lower levels, well-equipped heroes plow through the dungeons so quickly that newcomers hardly see boss mechanics or special features because the bosses often die before they can use their abilities. At higher levels, on the other hand, you are so busy dealing with so many affixes that you hardly realize what is actually part of the boss fight and what is an additional affix.

The learning curve should thus become much more pleasant, and the entry barrier for “Mythic+” should be lowered.

What do you think of this change to Mythic+? A good idea or just a drop in the bucket?

Patch 10.1 is actually coming out in early May – which is extremely fast!

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Chess: Genius clumsily slips with the mouse, loses against Twitch streamer – Last game as world champion ends in a outburst of anger

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On April 6, the five-time chess world champion Magnus Carlsen, who is widely regarded as a genius in chess, experienced something quite silly. He was involved in a chess match with Twitch streamer Hikaru Nakamura when his mouse slipped.

What a game it was! It was the “Losers Final” at the Champion Chess Tour Chessable Masters 2023: The match before the final, where an opponent for Fabiano Caruana was being sought.

The winner of the grand final receives a prize of $30,000.

This was the situation: Carlsen competed against Hikaru Nakamura, a grandmaster who also streams on Twitch.

The two played the first games to a draw, which led to an “Armageddon” game: Nakamura got the black pieces. Therefore, a draw was enough for him to move forward. Carlsen had to win.

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Under maximum pressure, Carlsen foolishly slips with the mouse

Here’s how the match went: The clock was ticking down, and the pressure on both increased. They were in the endgame, each having 3 pawns, their king, and the queen.

Carlsen pressured Nakamura’s king with the queen. As both players had only seconds left, Carlsen slipped in the silliest way possible with the mouse and moved his queen to an uncovered square, where Nakamura could easily take it with the king. Nakamura took the queen, and the match was over.

Carlsen angrily hit the desk. That was it for him.

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Nakamura seizes the chance to insult the Botez sisters

How does Nakamura see it? In an analysis of the match on YouTube, Nakamura comments on the move and first uses the world champion’s mistake to take a jab at his rivals on Twitch, the Botez sisters.

He refers to Carlsen’s mistake as the “classic Botez mistake.”

However, Nakamura believes that even without the mistake, the game would have resulted in a draw, and he would have entered the final anyway.

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Last match as world champion and then this

What made the match so special? Carlsen and Nakamura are considered the best online chess players in the world.

For Carlsen, according to the website Kotaku, it was his last event as world champion. He announced in July 2022 that he would not retire but would relinquish the title because he no longer wants to defend it. Defending the title has been associated with more negative than positive experiences, even when he wins.

But Carlsen surely imagined his exit as world champion differently than to go down so foolishly with a mouse slip.

The best chess player in the world no longer wants to be a world champion; he prefers to break an insurmountable high score.

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A USB hub for 30 € saves my gaming PC’s cable management

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If you care about cable management, then do it like I did and get a USB hub with a power supply. I will show you the advantages here.

What is it about? As a PC gamer, you are constantly faced with connecting things via USB to the computer. Controllers, external hard drives, USB sticks, the phone, power banks, and much more. It becomes problematic when the computer is already filled with a keyboard, mouse, webcam, and other everyday items.

For me, a USB hub was the optimal solution. With an external power supply, there is enough power available, and you can place the slots anywhere under or on your desk as you like. And such a device costs you only about 30 €.

The article originally appeared in December 2021 and was updated for you in April 2023.

No more USB frustration – My HUB regulates it now

This was my problem: The USB ports on my PC are already well utilized with:

  • Mouse
  • Keyboard
  • Webcam
  • Audio interface
  • Wireless stick for Xbox controller
  • Small desk lamp

On the front of the PC, there is still an additional USB 3.1 slot and a USB 3.0 slot. So if I want to connect two things with a large USB connection, one has to go to the back of the PC. That annoyed me and led to cables lying where they shouldn’t.

To me, a certain degree of cable management is very important. If I see too many loose cables, it just looks messy. It’s enough if one cable is hanging at the front of the PC.

This is how I solved it: The solution was quite simple and had been on my mind for months. A USB hub. That way, I know I will always have enough connections available when I want to spontaneously connect one or more devices.

These can be flashlights or dog LED collars to charge, additional controllers or steering wheels, my camera, my phone, a fan in summer, a string of lights, or external hard drives. There are many devices, and USB ports are now plentiful for me as well.

Especially the devices that only need a USB connection for charging are satisfied with such a USB hub. I have only had problems with my wireless stick for the controller, which had dropouts on the USB hub.

Which USB hub did I buy? I opted for a device with 7x USB 3.0.

It was important to me that it comes with a power supply. I often experienced in the past that there was not enough power available for the USB slots – those issues are now a thing of the past. I decided on a device on Amazon that costs just under 30 €.

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The advantage of this device: Each slot can be turned on and off individually. So you don’t have to constantly pull out the plugs and lay them over the edge of the table, but can just press a button.

This hub can be easily hidden: I mounted the splitter on the underside of the tabletop of my height-adjustable desk. One strip of double-sided tape underneath, press for a few seconds, and it holds in place.

I’m satisfied with the result, as from the regular angle at which I look at my desk, I don’t see the hub or the cables. Just see for yourself:

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My conclusion on the USB hub

I can recommend it to anyone working with a desktop PC or laptop to get one of these. It’s worth it if you often want to connect devices via USB to the computer. Furthermore, there are more and more gadgets whose batteries can be charged with a USB connection.

For me, such a splitter is among those things that are inexpensive but have a great utility. I can now turn off USB devices that remain “on” even after the computer is shut down at the push of a button, without having to unplug them.

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Additionally, I have the USB splitter close to the tabletop. This way, I can connect my phone to the computer with a short charging cable and raise the PC to standing height. Previously, the cable to the computer was too short, and I had to leave my phone on the case while standing at the desk.

For me, the purchase paid off immediately after connecting, as I also visually benefit from being able to practically hide the many cables under the desk.

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The MMORPG of Star Wars is still successful to this day – That’s why players love SWTOR even 12 years after release

Anny Anny Reading time 3 minutes

On December 20, 2011, Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWOTR), the MMORPG in the Star Wars universe, went online. The developers from BioWare achieved a hit that remains successful many years later.

Although the MMORPG for the popular Star Wars franchise has aged, it is still loved by many MMORPG fans to this day.

SWOTR continues to receive regular updates. Even though there are now fewer updates than before, BioWare regularly provides their players with new content.

The player numbers on Steam show a solid player base. A strong outlier is the Steam release in 2020, which momentarily brought SWOTR over 30,000 players. Afterwards, it settled at around 7,000 to 8,000 active players (via SteamDB). Since the MMORPG can also be launched via the EA client, the actual number is likely higher.

Join the Galactic Republic or the Sith Empire

What kind of game is this? SWOTR is an MMORPG set in the world-famous Star Wars setting. Right at the beginning, you have to make a decision: Will you join the Galactic Republic or the Sith Empire?

After that, you choose from 8 classes, 4 of which belong to the Republic and 4 to the Empire. There are also different races, although most of them are only included in the paid subscription.

SWOTR clearly focuses on the story. In addition, it also offers PvE content such as dungeons, referred to here as flashpoints, as well as various PvP modes. Particularly exciting is the space PvP, where you engage in battles with spaceships.

While the game relies on classic tab-targeting, it tries to implement this in a more modern and dynamic way. Nevertheless, the battles seem rather static and outdated from today’s perspective.

The graphics and animations also show that the MMORPG has been around for over 10 years.

In the video, you can see the cinematic trailer for SWOTR:

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Star Wars: The Old Republic – Cinematic Trailer

What does SWOTR cost? At release, it was a paid game, but the developers have since switched to free-to-play and offer an optional subscription for $12.99/month that provides players with advantages. You can play through all expansions, receive coins for the real-money shop, and participate in game content as often as you like.

Thus, the MMORPG is fundamentally free, but comes with restrictions.

Especially praised for storyline and voice acting

Players love the MMORPG particularly for its story. The story takes place 3,000 years before the films and allows you to experience your personal saga. You choose one of 8 stories and can make decisions within that influence its course.

The answer options that the story offers you are sometimes rather inconsequential, but at certain points, you decide on very important matters – for example, from the beginning, the fate of 3 prisoners lies in your hands.

Additionally, players can choose to collect points for either the light or dark side of the Force through their actions, which in turn affects gameplay.

According to YouTuber Entenburg, the story is very captivating: “In fact, I didn’t skip a single text during my entire playtime in SWOTR, which is a moderate miracle for an MMORPG.”

“A must for Star Wars fans”

On Steam, 89% of over 50,000 reviews are positive, resulting in a “Very Positive” rating for the MMORPG. The reviews mainly come from Star Wars fans who love the story.

We summarize a few of the reviews for you here:

  • lukawa: “I’ve been playing this game since I was 12, now I’m 17. There may be better games, but SWTOR is the only one I still go back to after years.”
  • Waffelmann: “It’s still fun even after so many years.”
  • Sycees: “Good MMORPG with tab-targeting. Especially fans of engaging stories will love SWOTR.”
  • Jingo: “I’ve been playing it for years, it’s very diverse and offers a lot to discover. I won’t mince words: 10/10, may the Force be with you.”
  • Vollerempfang: “Overall, with or without friends, a really great game at an affordable price, with a friendly community that treats beginners with respect.”
  • Zatec: “Very good MMO, especially the story missions are excellent. A must for Star Wars fans.”
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Is SWOTR worth it in 2023? For fans of the franchise, the MMORPG is still worth it today, as it offers unique content in the Star Wars universe. While it may take a while to catch up with other players, the story provides an exciting leveling process.

If, however, you place great value on modern graphics and an exciting combat system, or have no interest in the story at all, you should probably steer clear of SWOTR.

What do you think about SWOTR? Are you fans of Star Wars and have you played the MMORPG? Are you still active in it? Feel free to let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO!

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Epic gives away a zombie game with great reviews on Steam for Easter everywhere – Only we get nothing

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 2 minutes

The Epic Games Store is known for regularly giving away games that players can grab and keep forever. Now for Easter, they have a special treat on offer with Dying Light, but we in Germany are left empty-handed.

This is the promotion:

  • It is currently in gaming news worldwide that Epic Games is giving away the zombie hit Dying Light for Easter.
  • The zombie parkour game was released in 2015 and received decent but not outstanding reviews at launch. However, it has been improved with updates and new content over the past 7 years, so it currently holds an extremely strong rating on Steam. With 276,000 reviews, it is rated “overwhelmingly positive” – it doesn’t get better than this. Currently, it still has about 6,000 average players on Steam.
  • The Epic Games Store is giving away the “Enhanced Edition” from May 2022 for one week from April 6 to April 13, 2023.
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“We Germans only get cow dung!”

What’s the problem in Germany? If you hop into the Epic Games Store in Germany happily this Easter, you won’t find Dying Light there. While Dying Light 2 is available and there are many updates for the game, Dying Light itself is not available, let alone for free.

Instead, Epic Games is offering “Shapez”, an “automation” game that at first glance looks like the dream of every Excel lover.

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In Germany, we don’t get Dying Light because it has been indexed by the Federal Review Board for Youth-Endangering Media on list A of youth-endangering media. Meanwhile, Dying Light 2 received a USK-18 rating.

Looks like a sad Easter for zombie fans.

If you want to learn about part 2 of Dying Light:

I played Dying Light 2 for 45 hours – How brutal is the cut version still?

The title image is from Dying Light 2 – we didn’t dare to use one from part 1, it’s just too brutal and banned in Germany.

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Twitch: German streamers play dodgeball at event – 19-year-old ends up in hospital, needs surgery

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

At a Red Bull event, over 30 German streamers played dodgeball against each other, during which 19-year-old LetsHugoTV was injured. The whole event was broadcasted on Twitch.

What kind of event was it? Red Bull organized an event on April 6, where over 30 streamers played against each other in various teams in a special variant of dodgeball.

The event took place in Hamburg, where according to Red Bull about 2,000 spectators were present. Additionally, there was a livestream on Twitch.

A total of four content creator teams competed for the tournament victory. Each team had a captain (Gnu, Papaplatte, Amar, and Rewinside). Besides the captains, numerous streaming personalities like EliasN97, Maxim, HoneyPuu, and Trymacs were also present.

In the semifinal of the tournament, the team of Papaplatte faced the team of Rewinside when LetHugoTV suddenly got injured.

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19-Year-Old Breaks Collarbone

Who got injured? During the semifinal, the 19-year-old streamer “LetsHugoTV” was injured when he dodged a ball and landed awkwardly. Hugo remained on the ground and screamed in pain.

Later, the streamer reported via Twitter from the hospital. He broke his collarbone and needs surgery in Luxembourg, as he revealed in a story on Instagram (stories are available for a limited time).

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LetHugoTV is currently the fastest-growing German streamer on Twitch. His channel grew by 603% in the last 30 days, and he gained over 140,000 new followers (via SullyGnome).

Hugo also participated in Trymacs’ “No Food Challenge” – an event where eight streamers were not allowed to eat anything for seven days.

However, Hugo had to drop out on the fifth day on the advice of the attending doctor. On the third day, paramedics were present due to another participant.

Twitch streamers around Trymacs want to go a week without eating, after 3 days the paramedics had to come

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15-Year-Old became the youngest e-sports millionaire in the world – Yet he didn’t even win

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 3 minutes

Jaden Ashman participated in the Fortnite World Cup 2019 and achieved 2nd place. He won a prize of over one million euros and is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the “youngest e-sports millionaire from a single tournament.”

E-sports tournaments sometimes offer massive sums as prize money and have the potential to turn the winner’s life upside down. This happened a few years ago to a 15-year-old who suddenly became a millionaire.

Who is the young e-sports millionaire? The e-sports millionaire is the Brit Jaden Ashman. He is also known in the gaming community as “Wolfiez.”

This article originally appeared in July 2022 and was updated for you in April 2023.

What world record does Jaden Ashman hold? At the time he won the million, Jaden was 15 years and 229 days old. This earned him the title “Youngest esports millionaire from a single tournament” in the Guinness Book of Records.

How did the boy come to the millions? Jaden participated in the Fortnite World Cup 2019 and together with his teammate Dave “Rojo” Jong, he achieved second place in the final. The prize money for both was a total of 2.25 million dollars (about 2.21 million euros).

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Jaden Ashman’s journey to millionaire

How did Ashman’s e-sports career begin? In his childhood, the boy watched his uncle play Gears of War and enjoyed distracting him from the game. Jaden was also inspired by his uncle:

“I started playing with my uncle. He played with a controller and was really good at it, so I looked up to him, and it was the first thing I picked up.” (via guinnessworldrecords.com)

Jaden also learned from his uncle how to hold the controller and how to game with it. At the age of 6, Jaden owned an Xbox and played different games.

Here you can see a clip from a BBC interview with Jaden:

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How did Jaden Ashman come to Fortnite? Jaden Ashman had been playing Fortnite since its release and spent up to 8 hours a day in his room training.

Initially, his mother was against him playing Fortnite. Jaden said: “My mom and I clashed often, but in the end, we made it work. I never did my homework on time. Sometimes I got a little obsessive with my games, but we started setting boundaries.” (via guinnessworldrecords.com).

How did Jaden Ashman come to the Fortnite World Cup? Besides Ashman, around 40 million players tried to qualify for the Fortnite World Cup. For 10 weeks, they competed online for a spot.

Indeed, Jaden was one of the candidates who were invited to the first Fortnite World Cup 2019. It took place from July 26 to 29 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, New York City.

The event itself is also a record holder: it offered the largest prize pool in e-sports tournaments in the solo player category with 3 million dollars (about 2.9 million euros).

At this event, Jaden won approximately 2.21 million euros as the second-place winner, which he shared with his teammate.

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What did Jaden do with the money? About half of the money the boy wanted to save. He also promised his mother to buy her a house and a car and kept his word.

He said in a BBC interview: “It feels really good to be able to buy the house and keep my word to my mom.” (via YouTube).

Is Jaden still active in e-sports? Since May 1, 2020, Jaden Ashman has played Fortnite as an e-sports athlete for Excel Esports. On January 18, 2023, Wolfiez announced on Twitter that he joined the e-sports organization TT9.

What do you think about the youngest e-sports millionaire from a single tournament? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

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