Pokémon GO: Hoenn Tour 2023 worldwide starts today – content, ticket, information

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The Hoenn Tour 2023 is coming up in February at Pokémon GO. We will show you everything about the start date, the contents, the tickets, prices, Pokémon, and Shinys.

Update, February 25, 2023: Today marks the start of the worldwide Hoenn Tour. You can follow current information in our live ticker for the Hoenn Tour in Pokémon GO.

What kind of event is this? After Kanto and Johto, it is now the third region’s turn: As in previous years, Pokémon GO is hosting a “tour” event. This time, the region “Hoenn” is in the spotlight.

This year, there are two variants of the tour:

In this article, we will look at the contents of the worldwide Hoenn Tour.

Update, February 17, 2023: A new special research has been added, where players choose their team. Relevant information has been added.

Update, February 9, 2023: There is new information regarding tickets and the shiny rate. We have included it in the article.

Update, January 19, 2023: We have added more information regarding Proto-Groudon and Kyogre as well as the ticket for the Jirachi research.

Global Hoenn Tour in Pokémon GO – Times, Tickets, Shinys

When will the worldwide Hoenn Tour take place? The Hoenn Tour will run on February 25 and 26, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time.

Is there a ticket? According to a report by Eurogamer, Niantic confirmed that there will be no major event ticket for the worldwide Hoenn Tour. Only the Jirachi research will remain as a paid ticket, while the rest of the event should be free.

The local version of the event in Las Vegas a week earlier, however, required a paid ticket.

What about the shiny rate? According to Niantic, the shiny rates of certain Pokémon species will be boosted for the worldwide Hoenn Tour, but not all. Which ones are still unknown.

These contents are known: Some features of the GO Tour Hoenn have already been announced. We summarize them here.

Special Research on Proto-Groudon and Proto-Kyogre

Update on Proto-Groudon and Proto-Kyogre: The proto forms of both monsters work similarly to mega evolutions, with “proto energy.” They also receive new special attacks and will be absolute top attackers. Moreover, the proto forms can enhance the attacks of their raid teams if the types match.

A detailed look at Proto-Groudon and Kyogre can be found here.

This is the research: The event will bring a special research called “Legend Hunt,” in which Professor Willow and Rhi will send players to search for the “Red Gem” and the “Blue Gem.”

These gems are associated with the new forms of the legendary Hoenn Pokémon: Proto-Groudon and Proto-Kyogre.

Players will be able to encounter both monsters during the GO Tour. They will also be featured in the new “Proto Raids.”

Since Groudon and Kyogre can both be shiny, the proto forms can also be obtained in shiny – Here is how they look:

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Choose a side with special research “Proto-Rumbling” – Ruby or Sapphire

Update on the side choice: As of now, on February 17, 2023, the special research “Proto-Rumbling” has been added. It allows you to choose a side when you complete it.

Learn more about the special research Proto-Rumbling here.

Two options: For the GO Tour, you can choose one of two variants: Ruby or Sapphire.

Depending on your decision, you will receive a corresponding medal and specific event features will differ.

New Masterwork Research with Shiny Jirachi

Update on the Masterwork Research: Trainers can purchase a ticket for the “Masterwork Research: Fulfilled Wish” from February 20 to March 20. It will cost 4.99 USD (or the corresponding price in local currency).

More information about the research ticket with Jirachi can be found here.

This is the Masterwork Research: After Mew and Celebi in Kanto and Johto, the mysterious Pokémon Jirachi is getting a Masterwork Research. As part of this research, you will be able to obtain the shiny version of the Pokémon.

The previous Masterwork Researches were long and not entirely easy to complete. Niantic announced that there will be two versions of the research:

  • A variant for players with a ticket from the Las Vegas event, where Jirachi appears after fewer research steps
  • A worldwide variant for everyone, which is longer
Pokémon GO Shiny Jirachi

Spawns in different habitats, raids, and field researches

Which monsters will spawn? The monsters from the Hoenn region, meaning the third generation, will be in focus. It can be expected that nearly all monsters from the generation will be available – However, there is a special case with the notoriously absent Kecleon, which is not quite clear yet.

New Shinys: It is already clear that there will be new shiny debuts for the following monsters:

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Rotating habitats for the GO Tour: Hoenn

These are habitats: Participants of previous tours or GO Fest know the principle: Hourly, habitats will change in the game, bringing different monsters. Some spawns are already known.

Pokémon marked with an asterisk* can be shiny.

  • Habitat Glowing Sand: Flemmli*, Nincada*, Tuska*, Kindwurm* and other Pokémon
  • Habitat Green Earth: Geckarbor*, Waumpel*, Flunkifer*, Schluppuck* and other Pokémon
  • Habitat Spooky Fog: Swablu*, Meditite*, Palimpalim*, Absol* and other Pokémon
  • Habitat Historical Coast: Hydropi*, Liliep*, Barschwa*, Perlu* and other Pokémon

Pokémon in Raids & Eggs for the GO Tour

Which monsters are in raids:

Raid LevelBoss
1Geckarbor*
Flemmli*
Hydropi*
5Deoxys Normal*
Deoxys Attack*
Deoxys Defense*
Deoxys Speed*
Proto-RaidsProto-Kyogre*
Proto-Groudon*

Which monsters hatch from the eggs? During the event, there will be a modified egg pool. In the eggs, you will find the following Pokémon:

  • 2-km Eggs: Pichu*, Fluffeluff*, Geckarbor*, Flemmli*, Hydropi*, Azurill* and Isso*
  • 5-km Eggs: Swablu*, Shuppet* and Tuska*
  • 7-km Eggs: Knacklion*, Barschwa*, Kindwurm* and Tanhel*
  • 10-km Eggs: Qurtel*, Tropius* and Relicanth*

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What do the field researches for the global GO Tour bring?

What’s in the research: In the field researches for the global GO Tour, there will be ghost Pokémon, but also mega energy.

It is conceivable that you could get mega energy here for the starters Blaziken, Swampert, and Sceptile. This energy was first available at the Hoenn Raid Day, but since then, there has been no further opportunity to obtain mega energy for the three through raids or tasks.

During the Raid Day, it was also mentioned that the mega energy for the 3 monsters would be available again at the Hoenn Tour. It is quite possible that the field researches will provide mega energies here.

To find out what is happening in the near future in Pokémon GO, click here: All events in February 2023 for Pokémon GO.

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Twitch: Streamer interrupts a minute of silence for earthquake victims in front of 60,000 viewers with a silly remark

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In Valorant, the Valorant Champions Tour 2023 LOCK//IN is currently taking place, an offline tournament in São Paulo where teams from around the world compete. On February 23rd, the Turkish team FUT Esports (FUT) faced off against the Indonesian-Philippine roster of Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ). The teams held a moment of silence for the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria, which was inadvertently interrupted by the streamer with a silly comment.

Who is it about? The Taiwanese streamer Jeremy “DisguisedToast” Wang also showcased the match on his channel. Meanwhile, he had nearly 5,900 viewers (via SullyGnome) and was on a voice call with the Turkish-American Twitch streamer tarik. Tarik also featured the match and had around 57,000 viewers at the time (via SullyGnome).

Shortly before the match began, the teams held a moment of silence for the victims of the earthquakes in Syria and Turkey, which DisguisedToast interrupted with a silly comment.

The VCT 2023 LOCK//IN also has its own cinematic trailer:

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Valorant Champions Tour 2023 LOCK IN Cinematic Trailer

How was the moment of silence interrupted? While the teams were holding the moment of silence, DisguisedToast made the statement: ‘This is also good because one of my biggest problems is getting my partner wet.’

The comment from Toast came at a very inappropriate time, but he did not intend to consciously interrupt the moment of silence.

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The streamer wasn’t paying close attention to the events and therefore did not realize that the teams were holding a moment of silence. Apparently, he replied with the comment to a remark in his Twitch chat that dealt with the Valorant agent “Harbor”.

DisguisedToast interrupted the moment of silence not only for his own viewers but also for his conversation partner tarik, with whom he was watching the match, as well as his viewers. In total, he put his foot in it in front of about 63,000 people.

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What happened next? Since DisguisedToast clearly did not notice that the teams were holding a moment of silence, tarik immediately interrupted him and pointed it out. DisguisedToast then apologized and decided after the moment of silence to donate $1,000 to a charity fund (via Twitch).

In the earthquake in the Turkish-Syrian border area on February 6th, thousands of people lost their lives. Valorant esports athlete Gizem “Luie” Harmankaya also died in the catastrophe.

Valorant esports athlete Luie passed away in the earthquake in Turkey

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New MMORPG by former Blizzard employees will only be released in Germany, focusing on Free2Play without in-game shop

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The new MMORPG Teredor (PC and Mobile) not only comes from Germany, but it is also set to be released initially only in Germany. In doing so, the game dares to try an exciting experiment with its monetization. It aims to do without an in-game shop while still remaining free-to-play.

What kind of MMORPG is this? Teredor comes from Germany and is being developed by former Blizzard employees. They want to bring back an old-school feel and mix it with exciting new features. The main inspiration is especially World of Warcraft, but before Wrath of the Lich King. “That’s when WoW was still fun,” the developers write on their website.

Graphically, the MMORPG relies on a pleasant, not very realistic graphic style, which, however, can score with hand-drawn backgrounds. In this way, you explore an open world in the 3rd person, which offers various biomes in 25 zones.

What are the features of Teredor? Besides the already known features, there is still much that the MMORPG has planned. Here is a brief overview of what Teredor aims to be:

  • “Holy Trinity” class system of healer, tank, and dps
  • 10 different classes that can also be changed during your journey
  • Pets that not only look cute. Later, pets should be usable in combat as well as mounts
  • Meaningful professions, such as the pet trainer who can teach animals new skills
  • Dungeons for solo players, 3-man, 5-man, and 10-man groups
  • World events, bosses, and raids
  • PvP battles with up to 40 players and PvP arenas
  • Housing
  • Various factions
  • Particular focus on player feedback and no in-game shop. Teredor should only survive on player donations

Old school can still work today:

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“We are making a bet on the players”

No in-game shop, yet free-to-play: Especially in monetization, Teredor wants to try an experiment that hasn’t been done before. Although the game, when it is released, is free-to-play, it completely renounces the classic sources of income for this business model.

So there is no in-game shop, no extra currency, no pay-to-win or pay-to-progress items, and nothing comparable. Instead, Teredor wants to be completely financed through donations from German players. For example, through platforms like Patreon or directly through the game website.

In return for their donations, players receive smaller, personalized content in Teredor, such as an NPC with their name, a quest they can help design, or even their own small mini-game in the world of Teredor (via teredor.com).

Why the experiment? The developers say they want to build the MMORPG together with the community. This way, potential players should also be involved early in important decisions and processes.

The monetization is another step on this path. They hope that this will make players feel even more connected to the world of Teredor than they already do. At the same time, the developers want to ensure that fans fall in love with the game so much that they pay just because they want to support the game.

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Release could take longer

When will Teredor be released? This is currently completely unknown. The first entry on the game’s website dates back to August 18, 2022, shortly thereafter there was already a playable demo at Gamescom. After that, things became quieter around the game.

Only on February 20, 2023 did the developers shed light on their monetization concept and explained what it’s all about. The studio has also set up a Patreon page, but there are currently still 0 supporters recorded (as of February 24, 2023). Everything indicates that the project is still in its infancy.

A specific release date is therefore still a long way off; the developers have not yet provided a timeframe. On the platforms themselves, they limit their statement to “PC and Mobile”; no further details are available yet. However, if you follow the concept of Teredor, this could also be decided by the community.

What do you think of the game? Feel free to let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO.

New MMORPG Corepunk delivers over an hour of fresh gameplay – Excited fans: “It looks stunning”

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Destiny 2: Xur today – location and offer on 24.02

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Even Xur, the Exo-merchant from Destiny 2, has a tingle in his fingers, as the Traveler has moved on and the future of the Guardians is uncertain. Nevertheless, this won’t stop him from coming back to the Last City one more time. This is his current offer, which MeinMMO presents to you in more detail.

What happened this week in Destiny 2? In the current Season 19, it has been quiet after the emotional end of the Season of the Seraph. The Guardians know something is brewing on the horizon, and it doesn’t seem to bode well.

There are numerous new pieces of information from Bungie regarding Lightfall. Especially for new players, the entry should be made easier and more understandable.

Many Guardians already know very well what to expect in Season 20 and Lightfall. But still, it’s easy to lose track of things with the multitude of information and details from different sources. That’s why MeinMMO has summarized all the important points compactly for you just before the launch of Lightfall on February 28, 2023.

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Before we head into the weekend, let’s check in with Xur again to see if he can offer some Exo goodies.

All info about Xur on February 24, 2023 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S

When does Xur come? As a merchant for rare exotic goods in Destiny 2, Xur visits the universe every Friday at 6 PM. To shop with him, you just need some in-game currency to fill the gaps in your collection.

Where is Xur? This is his location for the weekend

Xur’s position: Although Xur only uses a few location positions on the destinations, no Guardian knows before 6 PM where he will land.

Xur is located on Nessus. Check out the landing zone “Guardian’s Grave”.
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Xur is at the Guardian’s Grave on Nessus

Xur’s inventory from February 24 – 27 – All Exotics at a glance

What does Xur have on offer? Even just before Lightfall, Xur won’t tire of doing business. But unlike Spider, who often has crooked deals in mind, Xur supplies you with good goods at reasonable prices. The nice “I am the messenger of the Nine” chat comes free of charge.

This is Xur’s offer this week:

Xur’s inventory from February 24 – 27.

Weapon: Lord of Wolves – Solar shotgun for 29 Legendary Shards

Titan: Antaeus armor – Void leg armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +10
  • Resilience: +6
  • Recovery: +19
  • Discipline: +13
  • Intellect: +8
  • Strength: +9
  • Total: 65

Hunter: Lucky pants – Void leg armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +3
  • Resilience: +28
  • Recovery: +2
  • Discipline: +7
  • Intellect: +13
  • Strength: +14
  • Total: 64

Warlock: Nezarec’s sin – Void head armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +2
  • Resilience: +3
  • Recovery: +27
  • Discipline: +2
  • Intellect: +28
  • Strength: +2
  • Total: 64

Xur also sells legendary items and offers unique rolls for Exotics from no longer available exotic missions of past DLCs each week. However, note that you can only purchase the weapons if you own the appropriate expansion.

Currently, he has these two weapons on offer:

  • The exotic hand cannon “Fatebringer” (Beyond Light DLC) with the perk “Fixer’s Touch”
  • The exotic scout rifle “Succession of the dead” (Beyond Light DLC) with the perk “Murderous Wind”

Trials of Osiris from February 24 – 27 – Map, Weapons, and Information

Due to the Lightfall preload schedule, the Trials will be shorter this time. Keep in mind that you have only this weekend left if you’re missing a weapon or want to snag some loot from the Trials again.

What are the Trials or “Trials of Osiris” in Destiny 2?

The Trials of Osiris are an endgame PvP activity that takes place every weekend. There is only one exception, which is when the Iron Banner event is active. Just like last week. Bungie will once again have the inventory of the 14th Saint with fresh Trials passes and loot streams available for you to increase your glory in the PvP endgame.

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Which map is up this week? Unlike in normal PvP, where the maps rotate, in the Guardian-versus-Guardian endgame, there is only one fixed map played each weekend.

The maps this weekend will rotate again. So, you’ll play your Trials matches on Wormhaven, Eternity, and Midtown.
PvP map “Eternity”
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PvP map “Midtown”
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PvP map “Wormhaven”
These maps will rotate on the last Trials weekend in the “The Witch Queen” DLC

If you’re interested in playing the Trials in a solid team, MeinMMO recommends the Callout Maps via Warmind. This way, you can describe to your strike team where the opponents are currently located on the map, which provides useful information for the entire team.

How to get your loot: The Trials of Osiris have a reputation rank system. Your top loot reward from the PvP matches is currently available for:

  • Seven victories
  • 50 rounds
  • as well as the infamous flawless run that leads you to the Lighthouse

This is the reward for a flawless run: Every week, you can expect a special weapon at the Lighthouse as a Master version for your flawless run, i.e., 7 victories. You can earn the weapon until the upcoming Monday, February 27, at 6 PM.

As a reward, you will always receive an Adept weapon if you make it safely to the Lighthouse.

This week’s Adept weapon is: Burden of Guilt – Fusion rifle
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The fusion rifle “Burden of Guilt”

All Trials weapons have a Trials origin perk: “Haste” – Improves reload speed, stability, aim assist, and range when you are the last living member of your fireteam or fighting alone.

You can target your Trials engrams at your desired weapon with the 14th Saint. Additionally, you will get enhancement prisms and ascendant shards. Keep in mind that your rewards further increase once you have a complete pass—even if you lost one or two games.

When do the Trials officially start? The Trials of Osiris begin today, February 24, 2023, at 6 PM and end with the Lightfall downtime on February 27, 2023, at 6 PM.

What are you playing on the last weekend before Lightfall? Are you more comfortably chilling in other games, or do you still have something to finish in Bungie’s loot shooter? Let us know directly in the comments.

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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Will you buy the next DLC?

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Destiny 2 is soon launching its next major DLC, Lightfall. Please participate in our survey as we ask you whether you will buy the expansion or not.

When does Lightfall start? The new DLC Lightfall will be released on February 28, 2023, at 6 PM on all available platforms. However, you can also pre-order the expansion if you are sure that you will be playing it.

What is Lightfall about? In the latest DLC of Destiny 2, the beginning of the end starts. The Darkness fleet has settled into the Guardians’ solar system and has stationed itself in front of the Traveler.

Guardians are now trying to stop the fleet’s assault, but it is too powerful. The Traveler then goes all out and tries with all its might to drive away the enemies, but this attempt fails.

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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Launch Trailer

For this reason, you will be sent to the planet Neptune to the shining city of Neomuna, as it is said to contain a secret artifact of incalculable value for the Witness – The Veil.

One thing becomes clear when watching the trailers for Lightfall: There is a serious and suffocating atmosphere of despair everywhere in which Guardians must prove themselves. Are you ready to take fate into your own hands?

Here’s how you can vote: Drop your vote in the survey box below and let us know what you think of Witch Queen so far. Everyone has only one vote they can cast, and the vote cannot be undone.

What is your opinion on the topic? Have you pre-ordered Lightfall and if so, what do you expect from the new expansion? Do you think Bungie’s latest expansion will bring new shine to the loot shooter? Feel free to let us know in the comments!

New trailer for Destiny 2 hides one of the most popular weapons from 9 years ago – Do you know it?

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Destiny 2: 10 Things to Expect in Season 20 of the Lightfall DLC

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It won’t be long before the new Lightfall DLC in Destiny 2 starts. The Guardians already know a lot about what to expect there. However, with the multitude of info and details, it’s easy to lose track. Therefore, MeinMMO summarizes everything important for you.

What can the Guardians expect from February 28 in Destiny 2? These are the last exciting days before the new DLC “Lightfall”. Once they arrive, the Guardians of Destiny 2 will not only have to face their end but also prevent the apocalypse. As the players make their way to Neptune, they can expect several new things.

  • Guardians will be able to master the new subclass Strand with all its aspects and fragments.
  • A new city awaits to be discovered on Neptune with wondrous Cloudstriders.
  • Calus is alive again and has become the latest disciple of the Witness.
  • Additionally, there will be another installment of an enthralling Light and Darkness saga campaign.
  • Plus many exotics and futuristic weapons to hunt.

However, there are also other changes to the game that are less obvious, such as adjustments to build crafting or engrams. Therefore, we inform you in this article compactly about everything new in Destiny 2: Lightfall.

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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Launch Trailer

1. New Campaign for the Light and Darkness Saga

Lightfall also features a new campaign for the current story of the Light and Darkness Saga. The Guardians of Destiny 2 are currently on the brink of their end, and the next apocalypse is about to break out.

  • The campaign of Lightfall can be played Classic or on Legendary difficulty.
  • The Legendary campaign mode features tougher enemies and a limited power level but also increased rewards.

What is the Lightfall campaign and Season 20 about? Calus has finally achieved his goal and looked into the Void so that the Witness would hear him. Now he is its new disciple, a sort of empowered henchman, and allows himself to be delegated around.

Calus is now commanded by the Witness in Lightfall.

On his orders, he also flew with his new ship to Neptune, because there seems to be something important going on. Both for the Witness and for the Guardians.

This is what the Season of Resistance brings: But it won’t only be the big battle in Neomuna. Calus’ Shadow Legion, his new troops, are also attacking the Last City in Season 20. And the Guardians must make their stand in the European Dead Zone.

2. The New Subclass “Strand”

With Lightfall and thus in Season 20, the new subclass also starts. When the end of the universe is imminent, the Guardians apparently have nothing left but themselves and the new damage type “Strand”.

  • The Hunter becomes the Thread Runner
    • He is a master of movement, speed, and grace. The city of Neomuna is his playground as he reaches for the threads and weaves new ones to zip through the air and find the quickest path between two points.
  • The Titan becomes the Berserker
    • Untamed and wild, Titan Berserkers tear at Strand to manifest claws with which they separate their targets from the weave. The boundary that no one crosses is drawn by a Berserker.
  • The Warlock commands vicious “Strand Aphids”
    • The Warlock is the master of Strand. As a Thread Winder, he can effortlessly manipulate the weave with just his mind. The telekinetic sorcerers can even turn Strand into sentient creatures known as “Threadlings” that obey his commands and attack enemies.

This video shows Bungie’s Guardians what is possible with Strand starting from Lightfall:

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Destiny 2 shows new insights into Strand in its trailer – The focus in Lightfall

Earn Strand Fragments and Aspects: In Lightfall and Season 20, there will be additional aspects and fragments that Guardians can collect after the campaign ends. The unlocking will be much easier than in the DLC “Beyond Light” for the last new subclass Stasis.

We have listed all new Strand aspects and fragments for you here:

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3. A New Destination on Neptune

As previously mentioned, the Guardians must set off for Neptune in Lightfall and Season 20. There, a futuristic city awaits to be discovered, which holds a secret.

Bungie teased these Neomuna locations in advance in the ViDoc:

  • The “Fascinatron”: This is a Lost Sector in the form of an arcade where players can even play for fun with their buddies.
  • The “Pouka Pond”: In Lightfall and the new location “Neomuna”, you can see plenty of these flying fish creatures that were so fascinating back in the DLC “Beyond Light”.
  • The “Ahimsa Park”: On the other side of the city of Neomuna lies Calus’ ship. The Typhon Imperator has landed in the middle of Ahimsa Park, and the neon city lies in ruins.
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Destiny 2 Lightfall: The new trailer “Neomuna”

Neomuna has actually existed for hundreds of years. It branched off during the downfall of Earth and severed all communication. The inhabitants there have been living secretly on Neptune and in safety for quite some time.

In between these skyscrapers, players can not only excel with Strand. Two of Neomuna’s protectors are also waiting for them, whom you are supposed to assist in the technologically advanced city.

These NPCs are the protectors of Neomuna, known as Cloudstriders or Curruli:

  • Rohan is the grumpy old veteran who is too old for all this.
  • Nimbus is the young wild one still in training with Rohan. He is impetuous and full of life, a bit cocky but very confident about his own abilities.
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Nimbus on his “Cloudstrider surfboard”.

4. New Enemies

While Calus and his Shadow Legion have been changed by the Witness, they still remain Cabal. So the enemies that players in Destiny 2 know all too well.

  • The Shadow Legion are Calus’ loyalist Cabal followers. However, they have been “altered” by the Witness and apparently received a boost from mysterious pyramid technology. How strong they are with this, the Guardians must find out themselves.
This is what you should fear in Lightfall: A Tormentor takes a Guardian’s light with the Void.

Somewhat nastier are the Tormentors, and their name seems to be a program. In a few extracts from the Lightfall trailer, they could already be seen in action, and their scythe is quite impressive.

  • Tormentors are foreboding executioners of the Witness with a powerful scythe weapon. They can not only grab a Guardian but also take their light.
  • These subordinates of the Witness also know no fear and are said to be extremely resistant to weapons, except in some critical areas.
  • Moreover, they are actively empowered by the Witness’ and pyramid technology. This allows them to perform agile maneuvers at unfathomable speed.

5. Lightfall Weapons and Gear from Season 20

In Destiny 2: Lightfall, Guardians will be challenged by a new force that is unprecedented in recorded history. The big question is: What do you set against such a force? Of course, futuristic weapons and new perks.

With Lightfall come Curruli weapons:

  • Curruli weapons have been mysteriously reshaped. They employ nanite technology.
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A solid automatic rifle with cool effects.

One of these Curruli weapons could be extensively tested by pre-orderers of Lightfall. The exotic 720 auto rifle “Quecksilbersturm”. It has an integrated rocket launcher and can transform into a grenade launcher. In Season 20, the weapon will also receive a catalyst.

In addition to the rifle “Quecksilbersturm”, you can expect these exotics:

  • “Last Warning” – A new focused pistol.
  • “Deterministic Chaos” – A powerful machine gun for crowd control.
  • “Winterbite” – A frosty stasis with a cool buddy.
  • “Cyrtarachnes Facade” (Hunter Exo) – The nightmare in the crucible.
  • “Floating Jump” (Titan Exo) – Ensures suspended enemies.
  • “Swarm” (Warlock Exo) – Threadlings that track your enemies.
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Destiny 2 Lightfall: Exotics – All Weapons & Armor
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This is the ritual weapon from Season 20: The glaive named “Ecliptic Splinter” is associated with the Void element, comes from the Dreaming City, and brings new perks. Among them, “Recharging Aegis” and “Destabilizing Rounds”.

The ritual weapon in Season 20 is the glaive “Ecliptic Splinter”.

Of course, the “Season of Resistance” will also feature Legendary weapons that you can play. Some may even seem familiar to some Guardians, as Bungie has borrowed them from an old DLC. MeinMMO has already created a before and after comparison for you.

Guardians who have been paying close attention, like our Destiny author Christos, have even spotted a truly popular D1 weapon in the trailers for Lightfall:

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This trend is in Season 20: The stylish armors from Season 20 and Lightfall should not go unmentioned. With them, you can either equip yourself to the teeth with ammunition or simply dance a classy flamenco. The matching emote “Flamenco Dance” will also come in Season 20.

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The official Lightfall armor.
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Arm yourself to the teeth, Guardians!
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Possible armor ornaments for Season 20.

On the next page, you will find out what PvE activities are coming in Lightfall and Season 20 and what new systems Bungie is bringing to the game.

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New AI Filter on TikTok Causes Inner Crises

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

The AI filter #Teenagefilter is causing a stir on TikTok and Twitter. It makes people look significantly younger. Some are overwhelmed by their memories of the past, while others see dangers in the new technology.

The Teenage filter is an AI that transforms your camera input into a younger version of yourself. This way, people aged between 40 and 60 suddenly look like they are 16 again.

The hashtag #Teenagefilter generates over 250 million views on the videos, showing how many people are currently interested in it.

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#Teenagefilter is fun for many, but it also carries serious dangers

The first reactions: The first people have already tried the filter and are positively surprised. Many middle-aged people have tried it and suddenly see their much younger self again. Many find it impressive but also consider what they have done with their lives in the last 20 years. You can take a look at this example:

https://www.tiktok.com/@uhhhuhhunney/video/7202272579070086442?_r=1&_t=8a943mtkNan

When I think about the last time I looked so young and what I had gone through by then. It seemed as if my smile had never lost its life, but the sparkle in my eyes had been gone for so long. 20 years have passed and I wonder what will happen in another 20 years.

In various videos on TikTok, you can see how some struggle with their emotions as they face their younger self again and see their past years flash before them.

Possible dangers: However, some warn against the new trend. What some consider a fun joke can quickly become dangerous for others. Some point out that teenagers and children can be deceived by such images and videos to incite them to actions.

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The cybercriminologist Prof. Dr. Thomas-Gabriel Rüdiger (our title image) believes it is important for parents and children to understand what trend is coming their way. Because behind the person who presents themselves as a 15-year-old is ultimately a 40-year-old with bad intentions.

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Combined with the ability to realistically mimic voices, this could lead to various surprises and entirely new problems.

A surprise like this has also recently been experienced by the well-known WoW streamer Asmongold. An AI had copied him so accurately that at first he thought it could really be him:

AI copies Twitch streamer Asmongold so perfectly that the original is shocked: ‘Oh my God, this is so good’

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Riot seems to be working on an MMO shooter that sounds like competition for Destiny 2

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

A job listing from Riot Games is currently causing speculation on Twitter. Is the studio behind League of Legends and Valorant developing an MMO shooter?

Where does the information come from? Riot Games, the developer studio behind League of Legends and the tactical shooter Valorant, is apparently working on an MMO shooter. At least, that’s what a job listing for an “unpublished product” suggests, which Riot advertises on its website (via riotgames.com)

What kind of game is it? The game mentioned in the job listing is a project that has neither been published nor officially announced. Therefore, nothing is yet known about the title. Nevertheless, the qualifications desired or required for the job provide some clues that invite speculation. Among them, the following aspects:

  • “Deep insight into modern progression systems in MMOFPS, competitive shooters, and season-based ARPG games.”
  • “At least one AAA or ‘lifestyle’ online game with a long development time over weeks, months, or several seasons released or worked on.”
  • “In-depth knowledge of long-term progression systems from various perspectives (MMO, FPS, Premium Mobile, Competitive Multiplayer, ARPG).”

On Twitter, the job listing sparked speculation. User “PlayerIGN”, for example, points to speculations that it could be competition for Destiny 2 set in the universe of Valorant (via Twitter).

In Destiny 2, the release of Lightfall is approaching. Recently, Bungie released the launch trailer:

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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Launch Trailer

Twitter user G2.BixLe also participated in the conversation and asked whether it could be an extraction shooter since, in his feeling, everyone is currently working on that type of game.

Extraction shooters are also called EFT-likes, as they follow a similar principle to Escape from Tarkov. There, players must collect loot, complete missions, and successfully extract on an open map. Upon death, they lose the equipment they carry.

If you are interested in more games from Riot:

What do players say about the speculations? Reactions to PlayerIGN’s speculations about the yet-to-be-announced game from Riot vary. Some players find the idea or the speculated game concept interesting, while others are not fans.

  • nerdyjoe2022: “A Valorant version of Destiny could mean the end of my social life forever.”
  • Zoutriv via Twitter: “Oh no! No Destiny 2 or Division […] Please, we want a real MMORPG, not in an FPS shooter.”
  • Abstract_OW: “Oooo I am interested!”

Riot Games is also currently working on its own MMORPG, which is set in Runeterra, the universe of League of Legends.

Everything we know about the new MMORPG for LoL in 2023

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Uh-oh! Hardly has Proto-Groudon become active in Pokémon GO, it breaks the PvP – “How is this allowed?”

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

In Pokémon GO the global Hoenn Tour is coming with Primal Kyogre and Primal Groudon. Some trainers already have the new forms – and that shows in PvP.

What kind of Pokémon are these? Kyogre and Groudon are generally already strong monsters, but they can recently become even more powerful via Primal Reversion. The concept works similarly to Mega Evolution and temporarily transforms the two monsters into their “Primal Form”.

These Primal Forms are brutally strong and the best attackers of their respective types. They will be unlocked during the global Hoenn Tour over Primal Raids this coming weekend, allowing trainers to secure the monsters.

However, players could already catch the two by participating in the GO Tour in Las Vegas with a ticket. Thus, some trainers already have the two monsters – and the opportunity to use them in the PvP league.

Since February 23, 2023, the “Mega Edition: Master League” has been running. And both are apparently allowed there.

Trainer meets Primal Groudon – Powerful monster currently dominates PvP

This is what trainers report: In the Pokémon GO subreddit “TheSilphRoad,” a post is currently gaining a lot of attention, showing how a trainer has to face Primal Groudon with their Mewtwo. User “travielee” directly asks: “Uh. How is this allowed? Absolutely destroyed”:

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Normally, special forms like “Mega” Pokémon are not allowed in the battle league. However, the gimmick of the “Mega Edition” is that “Mega Evolutions” can be used there – and obviously also Primal Groudon, although one might not expect that from the “Primal” form.

The explanation comes from user “martycochrane” of the “Pokeminers” (via reddit): “Primals are exactly the same as Megas in the game, just with different texts and assets shown to users. For those curious: They are both referred to as ‘TempEvos’ in the game, and the Mega Cup allows ‘TempEvos’.”

That’s why players can currently use Primal Groudon or face it. And the monster is apparently currently a top choice when putting together a team for the Mega Master League.

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How powerful is Primal Groudon right now? Simply from the CP values, Primal Groudon and Kyogre are in a class of their own. According to the Gamepress database, both can reach 6672 CP under perfect conditions – no other monster in the game can currently match that. In the following positions are Mega Salamence with a maximum of 5688 and Mega Latios with 5661 CP (via gamepress.gg).

But not only that, the new special move “Abyssal Blade” is a direct upgrade for Groudon, making it very hard to beat right now.

On YouTube, for example, user “HomeSliceHenry” shows how Primal Groudon achieves impressive victories and can sometimes blow away strong monsters with just one charged move (via YouTube).

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In the ranking for the Master League in the Mega Edition, Primal Groudon has certainly climbed to the top. The site “PvPoke” creates rankings of the best monsters in PvP based on simulations. There, Primal Groudon is currently clearly in first place – followed by Primal Kyogre. Next are the Mega Evolutions Gyarados, Swampert, and Latios.

Primal Groudon can be countered especially with Water Pokémon, as it has a double weakness to that type. Therefore, especially Primal Kyogre and Mega Swampert are a good choice against Primal Groudon.

However, not everyone can access the Primals yet. That will, however, change this weekend: Here you will find the overview of the global Hoenn Tour.

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Diablo 3: Season 28 has started – The most important things in 2 minutes

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

In Diablo 3 Season 28 is active. We show you the season theme and important changes in the short overview.

When does it start? The new Season 28 began on February 24 at 5:00 PM German time on PC. Players on PlayStation and Xbox had to wait until 2:00 AM for the start during the last seasons.

What changes are there? The biggest highlight of the new season is likely to be the Altar of Rites. A kind of large skill tree, where you can choose between 29 powers. To unlock them, each individual seal requires the use of materials. This will make your character stronger or you will receive quality-of-life improvements like companions that collect the Breath of Death for you.

How the new feature works, we show you here:

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In addition, the new Arcane Ash, which you receive from arcane items, can be used in Kanai’s Cube.

Some balance changes also ensure that the meta of the best classes and builds shifts a bit again. For example, some abilities of the Monk have been modified and revised. The Demon Hunter also received significant changes which lead to a buff.

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In the linked article we also show you the cosmetic rewards that you can unlock with your seasonal characters in the coming weeks. For collectors, this is again a nice incentive to join in.

What you should wait for: Before the start of the new season, you should not read the challenge portal. Because it brings you great advantages at the start of the new chapter. Why waiting until Friday is worth it.

During the ongoing Season 28, visit us here at MeinMMO. We will provide you with guides, tips, and stories about the current content. This way you stay well informed.

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Our boss wants me to kill Kelvin in Sons of the Forest – But I refuse

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

Sons of the Forest (Steam) is a merciless survival game where you never have to be alone. Even in solo mode, you are accompanied by Kelvin, a friendly NPC. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus was supposed to take out the nice guy – for a guide. But it’s not worth the clicks for him.

Who is Kelvin? In Sons of the Forest you play as a kind of elite soldier or mercenary searching for a missing billionaire. Your team consists of several people, including your comrade Kelvin.

The game starts with you crashing over a strange island. Apparently, no one survives the helicopter except you and Kelvin. However, Kelvin suffers a head injury and incurs severe brain damage. As a result, he can hardly communicate.

This is special about Kelvin: The ex-soldier acts as a companion in Sons of the Forest, one of the new features in the survival game. If you write down tasks for him on a piece of paper, he will carry them out without complaining.

Already, Kelvin is the absolute star in Sons of the Forest. Fans post memes about the companion on Reddit and Twitter or laugh at mishaps that can happen with him:

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However, there is something else about Kelvin: he can die. More precisely, you can kill him.

The question: “What happens if I kill Kelvin?” is hotly debated in the community, and my editor-in-chief Leya Jankwoski just tasked me in a brief call: Start a new game and take him out so you can report on it.

She even had ideas: record a short video, laugh maliciously and put on a nasty grimace. But I won’t do that, even though I usually enjoy playing evil characters myself.

Note from the editor-in-chief: If Benedict gets lost in the depths of our content mines and doesn’t find his way out, it’s not related to this report.

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Kelvin is far too nice for that. He proudly nods every time he receives a task, seems happy when he can help, and generally appears satisfied that he is still alive and not completely useless. I like having Kelvin with me. Just because playing Sons of the Forest solo can be really scary…

What Kelvin can do and what you need to know about Sons of the Forest, we explain in the video:

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Sons of the Forest is the most awaited survival game on Steam – All information in 2 minutes

What happens if I kill Kelvin?

Fortunately, I can answer the question without having to take out Kelvin myself. He dies, plain and simple. And Kelvin stays dead when you kill him – for the entire playthrough of the round.

This applies, by the way, to every friendly NPC. Also Virginia, whom you must first befriend. You don’t even have to accidentally kill your friends. Sons of the Forest has Friendly Fire, which means you can even accidentally shoot your allies.

This applies both ways, by the way. Kelvin has already thrown logs at my head, which hurts quite a bit… But I can forgive him. If you really want to know what happens: other people have a less soft heart than I do:

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For my part, I refuse to kill Kelvin – even if it’s just for a video and I can reload the save afterward. Especially in such a cold-hearted way as in the YouTube video, I would just feel shabby.

So far, we have only played for about 3 hours, but in that time, Kelvin has been an immeasurable help. We quickly gathered the materials for a hut, which Kelvin then tore down again. But well… it happens.

If you do decide to get rid of Kelvin, here is a suitable weapon. But you didn’t get the instructions from me:

An early weapon in Sons of the Forest even makes tough fights easier – Here’s how to get the club easily

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Diablo 3: Get Flawless Diamond – How to Easily Get the Gem

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

How to obtain a Flawless Diamond in Diablo 3, we show you in this quick guide for Season 28.

What do you need the diamond for? In the new Season 28 of Diablo 3, the “Altar of Rites” is the major new seasonal theme. This is a feature resembling a large skill tree. If you want to unlock various skills there, you must deposit materials.

For the second unlocking, you need a Flawless Diamond. And you can earn that from level 18. We will show you how to do it.

Flawless Diamond from Level 18 – Locations

How does it work? If you’re lucky, you don’t have to wait until level 18 to find the diamonds. If you encounter a Jewel Hoarder Goblin, it can drop the gems already. However, from level 18 onwards, it is easier to obtain the gemstones with a high probability.

  • Start a game in adventure mode on “Normal” difficulty
  • Check for bounties on the bosses “Skeleton King”, “Maghda”, “Zoltun Kull”, “Ghom” or “Azmodan”
  • If you have found one of these bosses with a bounty, take it down and loot the chest that spawns near the boss
  • From level 18, 1-2 diamonds can spawn in these chests
  • Do this until you have 2 diamonds (With luck, you can already get 2 diamonds from one chest)
  • Now visit the jeweler and choose the option in the diamond category to upgrade the 2 normal diamonds to the Flawless Diamond
  • Now you can visit the Altar of Rites and unlock the seal with the Flawless Diamond

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Of course, this also works with bounties from other bosses in Season 28. However, the paths to the above-mentioned bosses are quite short. This way you can collect the loot without much time effort. If you prefer to take down other bosses for this, you can do that too.

In the video, streamer and Diablo expert Raxxanterax shows how the method works:

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With this quick guide, you can obtain the Flawless Diamond early in the leveling phase and make progress in the Altar of Rites. Then use our speed leveling guide for Season 28 to quickly reach level 70.

Do you know any other tricks to get the required loot for this unlocking at a low level? Then write them to us here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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Pokémon GO: New promo code gives you 6 items – Here’s how to redeem it

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO there is a new promo code on February 24, 2023. What it brings and how you can redeem it, you will find out here.

What kind of code is this? Pokémon GO occasionally distributes new promo codes that can grant you items or other content in the game. You can redeem these either in the game itself (Android) or on a corresponding website (iOS).

Today, on February 24, a new code was shared in the community:

  • SWMLAGFHQ85AU

What does the code bring? The code gives you a lure module and 5 great balls. You can use them, for example, during the worldwide Hoenn Tour this weekend.

Update, 1:00 PM – how long is the code valid? Currently, trainers are reporting that the code is no longer valid. It was therefore only temporarily available or only in limited numbers. Try the code if in doubt, but expect that the bonuses are no longer available.

Recently, codes were also released that could grant you encounters with 3 legendary Pokémon. You can find all known promo codes in February 2023 here:

Otherwise, the worldwide Hoenn Tour starts this weekend. You can find more information on what to expect here:

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Redeem Promo Code in Pokémon GO on Android and iOS – Here’s how

On Android devices, you can simply redeem codes in the game, but on iOS, you have to use an external website.

Android: Android users navigate to the shop within the game itself. Scroll down and look for the field for “Promos”.

Tap it, enter the code there, and confirm. The items will then go directly into your inventory.

Promo Code

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iOS: On iOS devices, entering in the shop is not possible; there isn’t even a field for it. Instead, you need to visit Niantic’s rewards website. You can find the link here: Redeem Promo Code (via rewards.nianticlabs.com).

Log in here with your linked account. Then you can enter and confirm the code. After that, the items will be credited to you in the game.

You should also receive a corresponding message via push notification. If you want to be sure: In the game’s journal, you can check if the items have arrived.

Speaking of rushing: If you want to participate in the Hoenn Tour this weekend, you should urgently complete a special research beforehand.

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New trailer for Destiny 2 hides one of the most popular weapons from 9 years ago – Do you know it?

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Bungie released the new launch trailer for Destiny 2: Lightfall and it had a lot to offer. An important detail you may have overlooked, as it showcased an iconic weapon from Destiny 1, which many veterans have cherished.

What happened in the trailer? Bungie released a new trailer for the launch of Destiny 2: Lightfall on the evening of February 23, 2023. This one again depicts the conflict between Darkness and Light, but this time more intensely than previously assumed.

Guardians from Destiny 1, along with Amanda Holliday, fly around the Pyramid Armada and try to stop it with attacks. However, it appears that the Vanguard seems to have little chance, and many Guardians are filleted by the Witness and then destroyed in a shockwave.

What’s particularly interesting is the intervention of the Traveler, as it transforms into a kind of “Destiny Death Star,” trying to burn away the Darkness with its laser, which causes red flowers to bloom on the pyramid ships.

However, it is soon put in its place, and more snippets from Lightfall follow, with an important detail many might not have noticed. It concerns a weapon that will reportedly return soon according to the trailer.

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Destiny 2: Lightfall – Launch Trailer

Khvostov – A rustic assault rifle with a lot of character

What kind of weapon is this? In the trailer, it is the Khvostov. This automatic rifle had a brief but impressive role in the new launch trailer for Lightfall. However, it is not a flashback, but a current scene in which a Lightfall Titan with DLC armor holds this weapon in their hands.

Once upon a time, there were Guardians who acquired the white, standard version of this weapon from the NewLight campaign because it was really good. However, it then had a broken scope and could not be infused.

After this trailer, it is very likely that this iconic weapon will soon be played by Guardians in a new splendor and in a new version.

The rifle in the trailer in the hands of a Titan
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The Khvostov in Destiny 2 as an Easter egg
Both weapons compared

What makes the Khvostov special? The Khvostov is a rustic, reliable, non-futuristic rifle that players could obtain as their first weapon in Destiny 1. Many Guardians use it primarily in PvP, as it was very accurate and deadly – even in its “Standard” rarity.

In the last DLC “The Awakening of the Iron Lords”, an exotic variant of the rifle with many customization options was introduced, which no weapon in Destiny 1 had offered before. The weapon was also very popular among Guardians.

With Destiny 2, the rifle made a comeback for NewLight, but only in its “Standard” rarity. What’s interesting about the weapon is that it doesn’t offer anything special. It’s just a solid rifle without powerful perks as Guardians know them today, yet that alone was enough to make many Guardians’ hearts race.

Perhaps we will soon say in Lightfall: Back to the origins.

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How could the Khvostov return? Bungie didn’t hide the rifle in the trailer for no reason. One should recognize it and know that the weapon will return in some form. Since a ritual weapon named “Ecliptic Splitter” has already been announced for Season 20, there are still two alternative options for Bungie to bring back the rifle:

  • a new strike weapon – With a Normal and Adept version
  • a new exotic weapon – An exotic variant like the Khvostov 7G-0X from Destiny 1

Most likely, the rifle could appear as an exotic variant, as the Khvostov 7G-0X offered many customization options and fire modes in Destiny 1. So, it is quite possible that this weapon could then be forged to your liking in the Enclave, similar to Revision Null.

What do you think? Could this weapon return as an Exo or rather as a legendary version? Let us know in the comments!

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New survival MMO from Germany invites to test on Steam, shows gameplay and open world: “Can’t wait”

Marie Friske Marie Friske Reading time 2 minutes

Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore is a survival MMO on Steam with a large fantasy world. A closed alpha test starts in March, which you can register for now. In a video, the developers show what to expect.

Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore is an upcoming survival game that you play in multiplayer. The game comes from “Blankhans”, an indie studio in Germany.

The setting is “Ultracore”, a pen & paper world created by Hauke Gerdes. He worked as a community manager at the German channel Rocket Beans TV and has already made a name for himself among fans.

Here you can see a trailer for Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore:

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Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore – The Story Trailer

What to expect in the Alpha of Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore

In Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore, you find yourself in the land of Tormentosia, which is torn apart by the conflict of various races. However, the world is threatened by Sorgoth, “Devourer of Worlds”.

The various kingdoms come together and create the “Ultracore”, a kind of shield that encompasses part of the lands to keep the threat at bay.

However, darkness is gathering at the edge of the area. Your task will be to reclaim lands and establish a reconstruction.

This way, you build a city, expand it, and defend it against attackers. Besides, you go on exploration, search for resources, and reclaim the “Dust Lands”. You are not alone: you can build, trade, and explore the lands together with others.

Here you can find more information about the gameplay of Coreborn: Nations of the Ultracore:

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How can I participate in the alpha test? The closed alpha will take place from March 2nd to March 5th, 2023, but you can already register for it.

Go to the Steam page of the game and click on the button “Request Access”. This way, you have the chance to be included as a tester.

The number is limited, but the developers state that they will invite as many people as possible one after the other (via Steam).

Here you can see the pre-alpha gameplay, where the developers show you what to expect:

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How is the community reacting to the gameplay? So far, there are still relatively few comments under the video on YouTube. However, most comments are positive and some can hardly wait to play Coreborn themselves:

  • shipster: ‘It keeps getting better!’
  • asrael42: ‘I can’t wait to play it for the first time.’
  • T S: ‘I can hardly wait to see if I’m selected for the closed alpha.’

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When will Coreborn be released? The developers have not yet given a specific date. However, they plan to release it in early access later this year. The full release is scheduled for 2024.

In the meantime, regular playtests are planned, as the developers want to work closely with the community. Tests will be communicated through Discord and social media, so interested players can register in time.

Here you can find a list of the 10 best role-playing games on Steam.

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Diablo 3: Speedlevel Guide for Season 28 – Quickly reach 70 with Altar boost

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 4 minutes

In Season 28 of Diablo 3, you can level up to level 70 even faster with the new season theme. We show you how to do it.

What’s it about? The typical leveling in Diablo 3 changes with Season 28. The reason for this is the new season theme that supports you in this. Many players want to quickly get through the leveling phase and start with the endgame, diving into Greater Rifts. With the new Altar of Rites, you can carry items for level 70 early on and get a decent damage boost.

We will show you here in the leveling guide how to quickly reach max level in Season 28.

What you should do at the start

This is important first: At the start of Season 28, you begin a game with your seasonal character in adventure mode. Go to your Templar and take his shield. Then go to the Scoundrel and take his bow. With both items, go to the blacksmith and salvage them for “Reusable Parts”.

Next, proceed to the Altar of Rites. You will find it in New Tristram. Skill your first talent with the reusable parts. This will unlock the following bonus: “The duration of your Blood Rage timer and the granted bonus are doubled.”

This method has the significant advantage that leveling with Massacre bonuses becomes much easier.

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The second important point: At the Altar of Rites, you can unlock the bonus at point C so that items have no level requirements anymore. This will have a tremendous impact on your leveling speed, as you will unlock the stats of level 70 items very early in the game.

Remove level requirements and wear level 70 items early

Here’s how to do it easily: After the season starts, create a seasonal character and log them in once. Then go back to the main menu and select the Challenge Portal. If you have problems with this, this guide from Raxxanterax will help you:

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Then log in with your seasonal character. There are two ways to level:

  • You open the reward of the Challenge Portal and use it for the contents of the Altar
  • You wait to open it because at a later point in the Altar, you will have to use a closed reward chest as material (from Tuesday you can complete a second Challenge Portal and earn a chest)

What’s next: The guide from maxroll.gg shows how you can quickly unlock the bonus. For this, you use the reward chest from the Challenge Portal. If you don’t want to use the chest, you can find a second guide at maxroll.

  1. Create a Necromancer (or Witch Doctor if you do not own the Necro DLC) – Use the corpse explosion as early as possible to easily smash enemies
  2. Start an adventure game on “Master” difficulty
  3. Handle the gear from Templar and Scoundrel as described here
  4. Unlock Seal A for Blood Rage at the Altar
  5. Level up your blacksmith to level 12 with the materials from the Challenge Rift reward
  6. Craft an axe for level 5, a dagger for level 10, a sword for level 12, and a two-handed sword for level 15
  7. Buy various blue items from the vendor to equip
  8. Teleport to Act 3 to the Ruins of Sescheron and fight your way to the Sanctuary of the Ancients
  9. Check your skills here and adjust/note additional ones. Choose weapons you crafted when you have reached the level
  10. Now try to maintain your Massacre bonus in the Sanctuary of the Ancients and defeat all enemies there. Sometimes you will also find an event with a cursed chest. This should help you reach about level 18
  11. Quickly grab Kanai’s Cube while you’re there
  12. Now obtain the Flawless Diamond
  13. With that, you can now unlock Seal C at the Altar of Rites
  14. If you do not want to play a Necromancer or Witch Doctor, then create your main class now
  15. Set the difficulty to Torment 6
  16. Craft a level 70 item for each slot from the blacksmith. Priority is a two-handed weapon, then helmet, then boots
  17. If you have leftover blood shards, you can upgrade the level 70 weapon to a legendary weapon in Kanai’s Cube

What’s next? Now you have level 70 gear at level 18 and can level up with it. This provides a significant boost to your damage and toughness. Whether you play in Nephalem Rifts or level with Massacre bonuses is up to you. Although leveling with Massacre bonuses is the fastest but requires some practice.

Leveling in Nephalem Rifts is slower but works without practice.

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It is also recommended to complete some bounties early on if you can still play at the high difficulty. This way, you will receive more materials, gold, and a good chance to loot coveted items like the “Ring of Royal Grandeur”.

Through the season journey, you unlock starter sets with which you can have fun in the higher Greater Rifts.

Check out our Tier List for Season 28 in Diablo 3 to see the best builds and classes for the current chapter.

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I have tested over 15 gaming keyboards – (Almost) all make the same mistake

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MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann complains that almost all keyboards have the same weakness. And this really shouldn’t be the case in 2023.

Those who regularly write a lot or game on the computer will sooner or later buy a good gaming keyboard. For personal and professional reasons, I have acquired over a dozen such keyboards and regularly switch between models. This gives you a much better feel for the differences.

But (almost) all manufacturers make the same annoying mistake with their keyboards. Whether Roccat, Razer, or Logitech: All use cheap ABS keycaps even for high-priced keyboards. I was especially annoyed by this with my G915 from Logitech and also with the Roccat Vulcan II Max, which I tested.

ABS keys look terrible after just a few days

Most people are surely familiar with the problem: After a while, the keys become illegible, the keycaps take on a greasy, shabby look, and just don’t feel good anymore. The reason for this lies in the production of the keycaps, as many manufacturers are still using ABS keycaps in 2023. They wear out, and the signs of wear become increasingly obvious over time.

And ABS keycaps really drive me crazy. Already after a few hours, the keycaps look greasy and smeared. And this is already due to the natural oil from my fingers.

For someone like me, who appreciates a tidy desk, this is really unacceptable, especially since the dirt cannot be prevented – unless one does not use the keyboard at all or only does so while wearing gloves.

Why “almost” all? There is actually a glimmer of hope:

  • For example, Razer now uses Doubleshot ABS keycaps in some models, which feel better in terms of haptics
  • The Danish manufacturer Steelseries uses PBT Doubleshot keycaps in several keyboards
  • Corsair at least uses PBT keycaps in the high-priced segment (such as the Corsair K100).

Nowadays you can buy PBT keycaps, but they are rarely cheap

Some manufacturers, such as Corsair and SteelSeries, now offer PBT Doubleshot keycaps for keyboards as an aftermarket option. You can also read my experiences with such keycaps on MeinMMO. These are now also available for the German keyboard layout after several months.

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Nevertheless, I find it annoying when I already spend 200 euros on a keyboard and then have to spend another 30 euros for new keycaps. And for some keyboards, such a replacement is not even possible.

The Logitech G915 uses special, flat switches for which you simply cannot get PBT Doubleshot keycaps or any replacement keycaps at all. So I have to live with the fact that my 200-euro keyboard looks terrible after just a few days and feels that way too.

Outdated in 2023: I simply find ABS keycaps outdated in 2023. No, I don’t expect to find such “features” in the under-50-euro range. But if I’m willing to spend 150 to 200 euros on a gaming keyboard, then the keyboard should still look good after a week.

Especially since keyboards, along with mice, certainly wear out the most, I simply find Doubleshot PBT keycaps to be sensible for gaming keyboards and see absolutely no reason for ABS caps anymore (except in the inexpensive price segment).

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Pokémon GO: Hurry up! Complete an important special research before the Hoenn Tour today

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In Pokémon GO the worldwide Hoenn Tour starts tomorrow. But before that, one should urgently complete a special research task.

This is the special research: It is about the special research “Proto-Grollen”, which has been available in Pokémon GO since February 17. It consists of two task stages.

The special research is not too long and does not expire, but should be completed urgently now.

Why should I complete the research now? The special research rewards you with a ticket for the worldwide Hoenn Tour, which starts on Saturday.

This “activates automatically and grants you access to special bonuses and content from the Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn,” it says in the item description. The ticket allows you to choose a team for the GO Tour – Ruby or Sapphire.

Also, the official support channel of Niantic warns on Twitter: “Trainers, we recommend completing the Proto-Grollen special research before the Pokémon GO Tour: Hoenn – Global to experience the full event gameplay with the special research ‘Legendenjagd'” (via Twitter).

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What kind of special research is this? So far, it is only known that the research involves Rhi from the Ultra Research Team – and the search for the Red and Blue gems. These are related to the Protomorphosis and the powerful new forms of Kyogre and Groudon.

What bonuses you miss out on without completing “Proto-Grollen” is only partially known. What is certain is that you would have no team – and therefore, for example, would not be able to complete special research for any of the teams. During the GO Tour, among other things, the “Challenge: Ruby vs Sapphire” is running, for which you need a team.

In addition, Latias (Sapphire) and Latios (Ruby) are also said to appear in the wild and be linked to the respective medal you receive during the team selection. It is possible that you might miss these spawns without a team.

You can read more about the differences between Ruby and Sapphire here.

Accordingly: It’s best to complete the research before the Hoenn Tour starts on Saturday, February 25 at 10:00 AM.

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What do you have to do in the special research Proto-Grollen?

The research itself is not too difficult and can be completed quickly.

For stage 1, you need to:

  • Catch 5 Pokémon of the Water, Electric or Bug type
  • Catch 5 Pokémon of the Fire, Plant or Ground type
  • Catch 10 Pokémon from the Hoenn region

For stage 2, you need to:

  • Complete 5 field research tasks
  • Perform 10 power-ups on Pokémon
  • Land 5 great curveballs

You should note: The team selection will be given to you at the end when you have completed all stages. For some players, this is not displayed immediately. Click on the research symbol again or restart the game if necessary – then you should receive the selection.

The exact rewards of the Proto-Grollen special research can be found here.

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Sons of the Forest is already the largest survival game on Steam 14 hours after release

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On February 23, Sons of the Forest was released, a horror survival game by Endnight Games. The game debuts at number 1 on the top sellers on Steam, even though many fans were unable to purchase it directly at release – the servers could not handle it.

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This is how Sons of the Forest starts: On February 23 at 7:00 PM, Sons of the Forest was released. It was originally planned to fully launch the game, but developer Endnight Games decided to release the game only as Early Access initially.

Nevertheless, Sons of the Forest launches as a huge success. Even before release, it was the most wished-for game on Steam. Now, after the first hours, the number of simultaneous players peaked at 269,563 (via Steam).

This means that Sons of the Forest has more peak players than Lost Ark and almost as many as Hogwarts Legacy. It has also surpassed Rust and is currently the largest survival game on Steam.

Furthermore, Sons of the Forest is immediately the best-selling game on Steam, even though many could not purchase it at the start. Just in time for the release, the Steam servers had problems, store pages could not be accessed, and games could not be purchased afterwards.

You can read in detail how the release went in our live ticker, which we used to accompany Sons of the Forest. In the video, you can find out everything you need to know about the game in 2 minutes:

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Sons of the Forest: A huge success on Steam and Twitch

The new survival game has not only been well received by players but also by viewers. During the server problems, the game had over 720,000 viewers on Twitch and was, at least briefly, the largest game on the streaming platform.

What’s interesting is that Sons of the Forest is actually an absolute indie game. It has been released solely for PC, and fans are only hoping for possible versions for PlayStation and Xbox.

The majority of the specialized press could not play beforehand, accordingly there are virtually no tests. Even streamers and other influencers did not receive keys in advance. The developers themselves are almost completely silent on social media and only post very sparsely news about the game.

Nevertheless, the hype around Sons of the Forest was apparently big enough to catapult it to several top spots. This is partly thanks to the immense success of its predecessor. You can find a more detailed assessment of the game here:

Survival MMOs lack what WoW is for MMORPGs – Will Sons of the Forest be “the big thing”?

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Dead by Daylight: After massive criticism, the new killer will be drastically revised

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The next killer of Dead by Daylight is being significantly revised. A lot of buffs are on the way. But can they save the ‘Skull Merchant’?

In general, the anticipation of a new killer in Dead by Daylight is always high. However, with the test realm of ‘Tools of Torment’, the developers faced a wave of negativity. There was a lot of criticism about the design of the killer and the abilities of the ‘Skull Merchant’. The criticism came even from streamers supported by Dead by Daylight, and it was devastating.

Therefore, the developers are drastically adjusting the ‘Skull Merchant’ for the release on March 7. There are plenty of buffs and changes to the gameplay mechanics designed to make them a deadly threat.

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One of the biggest changes is the removal of the cooldown for placing drones. Previously, there was a 12.5-second wait after each drone – that is no longer the case. The Skull Merchant can now place drones as quickly as she wants, as long as she is not too close to another drone.

The cooldown is now only used to reactivate inactive drones and is reduced to 10 seconds for this purpose.

But there are also many changes to the drones themselves:

  • Newly placed drones become active after 3 seconds (previously after 4 seconds).
  • Drones are not hackable in the first 10 seconds (previously in the first 5 seconds).
  • The active zone of a drone grants the killer the ‘Undetectable’ effect after just 2 seconds (previously after 3 seconds).

Not only from the killer’s perspective are there changes, but survivors also have to deal with stronger or more dangerous mechanics, as the drones and their active zones have also become more dangerous for them.

  • The ‘Targeted’ effect now lasts 60 seconds (previously 30 seconds).
  • An incomplete ‘Targeted’ effect begins to expire 10 seconds after leaving the active zone (previously after 5 seconds).
  • Entering an active zone while still having a ‘Targeted’ effect resets the duration to 60 seconds and prevents the effect from expiring as long as you remain in the zone.
  • The killer can now see the ‘Targeted’ progress of each survivor, allowing them to better decide whom to pursue further.

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Further changes are made to the way survivors are tracked and how they interact with the claw traps, which attach to them after hacking a drone.

  • The battery duration of the claw trap now lasts 45 seconds (previously 25 seconds).
  • Survivors no longer receive a notification when they are marked on the radar by the killer (previously an “eye” symbol was displayed).
  • The Skull Merchant moves at 4.4 m/s (110 %) while her radar is open (previously 100 %).
  • Approaching a drone while a claw trap is on the character will no longer make the drone unhackable.
  • Survivors with a claw trap can now hack drones. However, getting close to a drone completely fills the batteries of the claw trap.
  • If hacking fails, the survivor is immediately fully targeted.

That a killer receives so many changes before the release is unprecedented in the history of Dead by Daylight. It remains to be seen whether the Skull Merchant will gain favor with players.

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