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

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

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

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

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

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

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.

What kind of game is this?

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

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

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

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.

More about Dead by Daylight can be found here:

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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Hacker hacks one of the most secure systems in the world, spreads hate messages in Hogwarts Legacy

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

In the cracker scene, Empress is one of the most well-known names. The latest victim of the hacker is now the controversial hit Hogwarts Legacy. Empress has managed to bypass the hacker protection Denuvo. In a file related to the hack, she harshly criticizes men and transgender people.

Who is the hacker? Allegedly, Empress is a young woman who is exceptionally skilled with codes and IT. She is regarded in the scene as the only person who can crack Denuvo. The program is one of the most secure copy protection systems, but Denuvo is extremely unpopular among gamers.

The system encrypts files in a way that makes it nearly impossible to access them. However, this often comes at the cost of performance, which is why Denuvo has gained a bad reputation among gamers.

What has Empress done? One of the games protected by Denuvo is the Hogwarts Legacy, which was released on February 10 and quickly became a massive hit on Steam. Empress has cracked this protection.

As users report in a thread on reddit, the hack works and gives access to the entire game – even to content that is usually exclusive to the PS5. However, Empress includes a text with her crack that is hard to digest.

Here you can see the trailer for Hogwarts Legacy:

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Hogwarts Legacy presents the officially best trailer of gamescom – Has over 600,000 views on YouTube

Questionable messages in the NFO file

Together with the crack of Hogwarts Legacy, Empress provided a so-called NFO file. In these files, hackers often send messages to users or simply provide information on usage.

In Empress’s case, however, she has spread hate messages against men and transgender people. She fully supports J.K. Rowling and sees the current discussion as a threat to personal freedom.

However, Empress goes further. She hurls insults and accusations at specific groups of people and generally opposes the idea of transgenderism. We prefer not to relay the exact text here.

Note: We strongly advise against using hacks and cracks of any kind. On the one hand, you could potentially run into legal problems; on the other, you never know if the provided data might be infected. In the corresponding thread on reddit, all links to downloads and similar content are prohibited and will result in a ban.

The hacker is known for her consistent criticism of Denuvo in her NFO files. It seems like a crusade against the system. Some users, who allegedly have knowledge of the subject, even declare her to be crazy.

Denuvo is so secure, and so many smart people are working on it, that it is impossible to crack the program alone. Empress must either work on Denuvo herself, be an ultra-idealist, or have self-destructive tendencies. Especially since she cannot expect any compensation for her work.

That Empress hides such a hateful message in an NFO is unusual even for her. However, Hogwarts Legacy unfortunately often makes headlines for sad reasons:

Twitch: Streamer says she received death threats for showing Hogwarts Legacy – Still wants to stream it

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Diablo 3: Which class will you play in Season 28? Ask the Wheel of Fate

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The start of Season 28 in Diablo 3 is approaching. But which class should and do you want to play? Vote in our survey or ask the Wheel of Fate.

What’s going on in Diablo 3? On Friday, Season 28 starts with a new season theme and balance changes. Many are now wondering which class they should play in the new season.

In our article, we offer you a survey where you can vote for one of the seven classes. If you’re unsure, you should first check the patch notes that we will also address here. If you prefer to let “fate” decide, just spin the embedded Wheel of Fate at the bottom of the article and let it choose a class for you.

What’s changing in Season 28?

This is the theme: The new Altar of Rites will significantly influence the season. With this feature, you can spend materials to unlock certain powers or potions. A powerful tool.

Balance changes: Various classes will receive buffs in Season 28, which could make them interesting for some of you.

  • The Monk will have adjustments to the skills Combo Strike, Staggering Wave, Deadly Reach, and Way of the Hundred Fists
  • Item changes for Monk, Barbarian, Witch Doctor, Necromancer
  • The Demon Hunter will have some major changes to items

More on Diablo 3:

Survey: Which class are you playing in Season 28?

Vote here: Each of you has one vote that you can cast for one of the seven classes from Diablo 3. If you plan to play several classes in Season 28, just give your vote to the option you are most excited about.

The Wheel of Fate helps with class selection

This is what you can do: If the decision of which class you want to play in Season 28 is not so important to you, you can let the Wheel of Fate decide for you. It’s a digital roulette wheel that you can start by tapping or clicking. It then stops on one of the seven classes.

Anyone torn between two or more classes can use the wheel as a decision-making aid. Click the wheel to spin it and provide you with a result.

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If you can’t see the wheel in the article, you can find it here on the website of Wheeldecide.com.

Have you decided on a class for Season 28 in Diablo 3? Regardless of whether you chose it with the help of the wheel or your own arguments, let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments why this class will be the one and what you intend to do with it. Do you prefer to play solo for yourself, or is it the group content that attracts you?

Why you should wait until Friday to solve the challenge portal

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LoL: Riot Games has overcome the biggest crisis in years because they simply listened to the players

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League of Legends has displayed one problem after another since the start of the season. However, the developers at Riot Games have engaged in dialogue with players. Through clear communication and openness, they are paving the way for the future.

What kind of crisis is it? At the beginning of Season 13 of League of Legends, Riot Games disappointed its players time and again. The developers had to explain why LoL is currently struggling at the start of Season 13. Many employees are said to have left, leading to several issues:

  • League of Legends has lost its status as a “flagship” and players have even described it as if LoL has been put into maintenance mode.
  • Since 2018, Riot Games has released a new cinematic video at the start of each season. This year, Riot Games disappointed many fans with the video. Check it out for yourselves:
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LoL Season 2023: The Cinematic “The Brink of Infinity”
  • Moreover, the end of the season and the winter period in League of Legends did not receive the deserved attention, unlike in previous years. The winter map of LoL has never reached the Rift.
  • Throughout 2022, only 5 new champions were released. The promised Ixtal and Darkin characters have been postponed to the next year.
  • Additionally, several champion reworks and adjustments were also postponed. This includes Ahri and Lux. The last reworked champion is Aurelion Sol, yet he is plagued by bugs.

Nevertheless, League of Legends remains a huge topic:

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A spectacular video about League of Legends has now 138 million views – Shows how huge LoL is

Communication is the key to success

What has Riot Games done about it? Riot Games initially tried to clarify the situation with explanations on Twitter. However, they received almost only negative responses:

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The developers of League of Legends had a tough start to the season. They even deleted the last patch and reset the entire game to the state of the beginning of the year. However, it only took about a month and a half since the start of the season for them to get back on track.

When a solution was not clear for a long time, they addressed the community with a video (via Twitter). In addition, they published several situation reports and developer blogs on the LoL site. In these, they also announced a new mode for LoL.

Furthermore, the developers have been active in the reddit forums. There, they answered questions about the new mode and other upcoming changes, and received positive feedback for it.

What does the community think about it? Players show understanding for the developers who are currently going through a tough time. They can also communicate with the developers and their ideas are being heard (via reddit).

On YouTube, the user “Juliën van der Niet” commented: “This sounds much more honest than a content production-oriented presentation. Please keep it up.” Other users also support Riot Games’ approach.

With this approach to the community, Riot Games has apparently found a method that is positively received by players. The exchange and “laying the cards on the table” seem to be a good strategy to confront the crisis.

What do you think of the path that Riot has recently taken? If you have ideas or comments about League of Legends, please share them in the comments.

You can read what Riot Games is planning for the future here: LoL is finally revising the costs of champions – These are the prices you can expect in the future

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Diablo 3 Season 28: Start, Time, Season Theme, Content and Patch Notes for 2.7.5

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The start of Season 28 with Patch 2.7.5 in Diablo 3 is approaching. We will show you the seasonal theme with a powerful altar, balance changes, starter sets, and what it’s all about with Archaic Ash.

What’s happening in Diablo 3? The start of Season 28 is just around the corner. With new content, this chapter lures players back into the hack and slash. The focus is on an altar where important damage and quality-of-life bonuses can be unlocked. However, the new season also brings other exciting content and balance changes.

Here in the overview, we show you everything you need to know about S28 in Diablo 3.

Season 28 – Start, Seasonal Theme, Starter Sets

When does Season 28 start? The season begins on February 24, 2023, at 5:00 PM German time. Usually, such a season is active for about 3 months. We expect an end in the last week of May or early June.

What is the seasonal theme? You can expect the ancient Altar of Rites. It’s something like a large skill tree, where you unlock special powers by using various materials.

More on the topic
Diablo 3 Altar of Rites Guide – Costs, Seals and Powers in Season 28
von Patrick Freese

The developers state:

With this seasonal theme, we aim to enhance the season journey for players by linking material goals with meaningful decisions. We wanted to celebrate the upcoming release of Diablo IV with a feature that emphasizes progress while also providing interesting details about Sanctuary. We hope you enjoy the Rites of Sanctuary as much as we do.

What starter sets are available? For reaching stages 2, 3, and 4 of the season journey, you will be rewarded with a “Haedrig’s Gift” each time. When you open it, you will receive a few set pieces of a specific set. If you complete stages 2, 3, and 4 and open all gifts with the same character, you will receive a complete class set. This is possible once during a season. In Season 28, you will receive the following starter sets through the season journey:

Diablo 3 Season 28 Haedrig's Gift
This is what the equipped starter sets from Season 28 look like

Cosmetic rewards: Since Season 17, you can unlock two new and two old cosmetic rewards each season in Diablo 3. This time, they are the old rewards from Season 16 as well as the new rewards:

  • The pet “Companion of Taennin the Tiny”
  • Portrait “Primeval Hunter”
Diablo 3 Season 28 cosmetic rewards

New feature Archaic Ash: With the new feature, Blizzard aims to simplify the process of obtaining Archaic items. The “Archaic Ash” feature will be activated with Patch 2.7.5. This way, you can recycle an Archaic item at the blacksmith and receive 55 Archaic Ashes in return.

There is now a new recipe for Archaic items in Kanai’s Cube. The recipe allows you:

  • Any non-crafted legendary item can be upgraded to an Archaic item for 100 Archaic Ashes

Here, it must be noted that only one upgraded Archaic item can be worn at the same time, and the items do not retain the properties of the used legendary item. New affixes will be rolled for the upgraded items.

More about Diablo 3:

Season-specific achievements: These achievements change in each season. In Season 28, you have the choice of:

  • Champion of Speed and Streamlined (Hardcore Mode) – complete a Nephalem Rift at Torment X with a character at max level within 2 minutes.
  • Mineral Collection and Gotta Catch ‘Em All (Hardcore Mode) – upgrade three legendary gems to level 65.
  • Boss Mode and A Class of Its Own (Hardcore Mode) – defeat the following bosses at Torment X with a character at max level within 20 minutes of starting the game.
  • Cursed and Sewn Up! and Who would have thought? (Hardcore Mode) – kill at least 350 monsters during a cursed chest at level 70 on Torment X.
  • Portal-o-mania and Dynasty (Hardcore Mode) – reach a Greater Nephalem Rift (solo play) of level 55 using the bonuses of six of the following class sets.

On the next page, we will show you the patch notes for Patch 2.7.5 with changes to items and classes:

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Play Destiny 2: Witch Queen for free – But you have to hurry

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Before Destiny 2 launches the modern DLC “Lightfall”, you can temporarily play the current “The Witch Queen” DLC for free. But you have to hurry, as you only have this weekend to try out the space loot shooter and secure the best items of the expansion permanently.

What is now free in Destiny 2? As Bungie announced in the game and on the official Twitter account, all players can once again dive into the standard version of the “The Witch Queen” DLC for free before the launch of Lightfall.

The free weekend is available for Xbox, PlayStation, Steam, MS Store, and Epic Games and starts on February 23 at 6:00 PM.

This is how Bungie announced the free weekend in-game

You have this much time to play the “The Witch Queen” DLC for free:

  • The free weekend starts on all platforms today, on February 23 at 6:00 PM
  • For Xbox players, the free weekend ends on February 26, 2023, at 08:59 AM.
  • On the platforms PlayStation, Steam, MS Store, and Epic Games you have a little more time. Here the free weekend ends on February 27 at 6:00 PM.

Until then, you can experience Savathun’s story and also get her Exotics. After that, the servers will go offline for 24 hours before the new expansion “Lightfall” launches. We have already summarized the info about the Lightfall preload for you.

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Destiny 2: Lightfall Preload – All about the maintenance from February 27 – 28
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Our video gives you an insight into what to expect in Witch Queen:

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Everything you need to know about Destiny 2: The Witch Queen – in 2 minutes

How can I participate? For Xbox, interested Guardians just need to search for “Destiny 2 The Witch Queen” in their platform store to gain access. Players on PlayStation, Steam, Epic Games, and MS Store only need to log into the game, and the content of the “The Witch Queen” DLC will be available automatically.

No additional content needs to be downloaded. The Witch Queen Standard Edition will simply be unlocked in your installed game.

The “The Witch Queen” DLC is currently also on sale (Steam). Until March 9, you can save 60% on the standard version and 75% on the deluxe edition.

Extra benefits for PlayStation Plus subscribers: The free offer also currently applies to the DLC “Beyond Light”. This expansion is still available for PlayStation Plus subscribers and grants free access to unlocking the Stasis ice ability. Just remember to redeem this before March 6, 2023.

14 Exotics await you in the free weekend of Witch Queen

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You can secure 14 Witch Queen Exotics through the free weekend and keep them forever

Many consider the Witch Queen expansion to be one of the best campaigns that Destiny 2 has offered recently. And now you can explore Savathun’s Throne World for free.

If you’ve been considering jumping back into Destiny 2 with Lightfall, you shouldn’t miss out on this grand and exciting story. This also helps to better understand some connections in Lightfall.

Here’s everything you can play in the Standard Edition:

The highlight is that you can keep 14 DLC Exotics that you earn during the free weekend forever. However, you need to be quick.

  • Great Overture – Machine Gun
  • Osteo Striga – Submachine Gun
  • The Parasite – Grenade Launcher
  • Loreley Splendor Helm – Titan Headgear
  • Raureif-Z – Hunter Arms
  • Secant Filaments – Warlock Legs
  • Osmiomancy Gloves – Warlock Arms
  • Fallen Sunstar – Warlock Headgear
  • Caliban’s Hand – Hunter Arms
  • Harnisch des Jagdfalken – Hunter Chest Protection
  • Group Pressure – “Oath of the Student” Raid Exotic
  • Exo-Spears for each class (Titan, Warlock, Hunter)
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Destiny 2: Witch Queen – All new Exo-armor in overview
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What about crafted Witch Queen weapons? All crafted Witch Queen weapons are still usable after the free offer ends, but they cannot be remade or reshaped unless you own the DLC.

Find more current news on Destiny 2: Lightfall here:

Will you take the offer and take a round through Savathun’s world before she ends her DLC year on February 28? Or are you currently not interested in Destiny 2? We would love to read your response in the comments.

In the future, there will be no more overpowered Guardians in Destiny 2. Instead, real challenges:

In Destiny 2: Lightfall, everything will hurt soon – New features will make many things more difficult again

In the future, there will be no more overpowered Guardians in Destiny 2. Instead, real challenges:

In Destiny 2: Lightfall, everything will hurt soon – New features will make many things more difficult again

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Sons of the Forest is a huge hit on Twitch, 719,000 viewers at release – You can watch these streamers

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

Upon the release of Sons of the Forest on Steam, there were issues with the servers. Fans were unable to purchase the game or even access the shop page at all. However, the game is already a massive success on Twitch, with many streamers showcasing the new survival game. MeinMMO recommends some channels to you.

What is happening with Sons of the Forest? At release, Sons of the Forest already boasts 719,000 viewers – and the trend is rising. The long-standing favorite, League of Legends, had only about 300,000 viewers at the same time.

One of the reasons for the rush is that the Steam servers could not handle the release of Sons of the Forest. There were issues that prevented the Sons of the Forest page from being accessed or the game from being added to the cart. You can find more about the release in our ticker.

Some streamers, however, were fortunate enough to receive the game early as a gift from viewers or were able to purchase it. If you want to check out the game before buying it, here are some recommendations.

Where can I watch? We have looked around and recommend some streamers where you can get a first impression of Sons of the Forest:

  • Gronkh already has access to Sons of the Forest and currently even has the largest international channel for the game.
  • Trymacs is one of the largest German streamers. He wants to play for 72 hours straight.
  • A personal recommendation is the German streamer Cirouss, who has already started a co-op session. Cirouss has entertained me for years with his open, warm, and funny manner.
  • CohhCarnage also showcases Sons of the Forest, in case you prefer to watch in English.
  • You can also find an overview directly on Twitch of who is currently streaming Sons of the Forest.

In our video, we show you the key information about Sons of the Forest in 2 minutes:

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

Is Sons of the Forest worth it?

The streams can help you get a better impression of Sons of the Forest. The survival game heavily relies on horror elements and is probably not necessarily easy. If you’re looking for a “relaxed” game, you’re probably in the wrong place.

However, if you’re looking for a challenge, strong survival elements, and an interesting story, you should take a look at Sons of the Forest. You can find information about the gameplay in our overview:

More on the topic
Sons of the Forest: Everything about release, story and gameplay
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Sons of the Forest can be played solo or with up to 8 players in co-op mode. Additionally, there are NPC companions who must be treated well so they don’t become unresponsive.

The game costs 28.99 euros on Steam and will not be available for PlayStation or Xbox for the time being. If you’re considering whether you should buy Sons of the Forest, we have some additional tips for you:

5 things you should know before buying Sons of the Forest on Steam

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Sons of the Forest is online, but Steam is having issues – Release in the live ticker

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 5 minutes

The new survival game Sons of the Forest is online on Steam and MeinMMO is tracking it. Here you will find all the information about the release and if there are any problems with the servers or logging in.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

8:35 PM

More and more users can buy the game. Here is our first screenshot from the forest, taken an hour and a half after the release, right after the opening cinematic:

sons of the forest first screenshot

We are ending the ticker for today and wish you a good night!

If you have any problems, you can also ask someone else to gift you the game, someone for whom it works.

We have a separate article on the server status of Steam.

If your download is slow, you can try changing the server location. For that, go to the Steam settings and then to “Download”. Here you can set the server to a different city. That can sometimes help – but no guarantee.

Some streamer is already playing Sons of the Forest – you can check it out here.

  • Sons of the Forest
    • Price: 28.99 €
    • Download: 13.3 GB

Here are some reading recommendations for the waiting time:

Thursday, 23.02.2023

8:19 PM

Although many users have already been able to purchase the game, the problems continue to persist to some extent. The Steam servers are still overloaded.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

8:07 PM

The issues with the Steam servers are slowly resolving. In the editorial office, the first ones were able to buy the game.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

8:03 PM

Even an hour after the release, many players still do not have access to the game because the Steam servers are overloaded.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:45 PM

Many users on Steam still cannot buy the game. The Steam servers are heavily fluctuating.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:35 PM

Steam continues to struggle; the release of Sons of the Forest is overwhelming the gaming platform. We have a separate article on the server status of Steam.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:23 PM

Steam continues to have problems. From our editorial office, no one can complete the purchase process. Now it’s about being patient or persistent.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:12 PM

The first players are playing – Trymacs is already in the game on Twitch (via twitch.tv). It seems to help if you have Steam credit during the checkout process and don’t have to go the long way through PayPal.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:05 PM

We are clicking through the purchase process like crazy, but Steam keeps showing errors. Currently, the servers are apparently overloaded. This will probably take a little moment.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

7:00 PM

The countdown has disappeared, the game is available for 28.99 euros. However, Steam is currently completely down for many users. We are keeping an eye on the situation.

Currently, there is no statement from the developers.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

6:54 PM

There are initial reports of server problems at Steam. The launch could possibly be a bit bumpy. For the game itself, this should not be a problem – if you have it on the hard drive, you can start servers that work independently of the Steam servers.

However, logging into Steam or downloading could cause problems. We are still expecting a start around 7 PM.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

6:48 PM

No official information can be found yet about when it will start exactly. Currently, we are expecting a start around 7 PM.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

6:06 PM

Since many players apparently expected a release at 6 PM, even the website of the developers Endnight Games is offline (via endnightgames.com).

Thursday, 23.02.2023

6:00 PM

Sons of the Forest was not online at 6 PM. The countdown has said since 6 PM “Less than one hour”. The game should go online before 7 PM, as long as the countdown is not just a placeholder.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

5:45 PM

It could start at any moment! We are keeping an eye on the Steam page and will report back when the game is available or if there are any problems.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

4:55 PM

The countdown on Steam says “1 hour” – not long until the release. There have been cases where the countdown was just a placeholder. Currently, we still expect a release around 6 PM.

We will keep you updated.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

3:10 PM

Still about 3 hours until the start! We have summarized the information for a possible console port and crossplay.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

2:15 PM

The release is getting closer! Our survival expert Benedict Grothaus has been dealing with the following topic: Survival MMOs lack what WoW is for MMORPGs – Will Sons of the Forest be “the big thing”?

Thursday, 23.02.2023

12:15 PM

We have prepared a small guide for you so that your first night doesn’t end up deadly: Sons of the Forest: 5 tips on how to survive your first night.

Thursday, 23.02.2023

10:00 AM

Good morning! Here you will find the latest information in the ticker. We will continuously update the article throughout the day. If there are issues with the release and beyond, we will keep an eye on it and regularly check if the situation improves.

Let’s all keep our fingers crossed for a smooth release.

Here you can find more articles about the game:

In addition, we have a video on MeinMMO with a brief summary of what to expect:

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

If you have questions about the game, the release, or problems – leave us a comment. We are accompanying the entire release today and will remain available to provide solutions for possible problems or to check for statements from the developers.

Additionally, if you are always looking for new survival adventures, check out our big survival list: The 25 best survival games 2023 for PlayStation, PC, and Xbox

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Steam: Server Status for the Release of Sons of the Forest – This is the Current Status

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With the release of Sons of the Forest on February 23, many fans are wondering whether the Steam servers can handle the influx. MeinMMO provides you with the current status.

Are the Steam servers down? Right at the release of Sons of the Forest at 7:00 PM German time, there were errors that made neither the Steam shop nor the Sons of the Forest page accessible.

Meanwhile, the problems are subsiding. There are still isolated reports of users being unable to purchase the game, but it is becoming more functional. Only the download of about 13 GB is taking longer than usual.

If you still can’t purchase the game or want to see gameplay in advance, streamers CohhCarnage, Gronkh, and Trymacs are already showcasing Sons of the Forest on Twitch.

More on the topic
5 things you should know before buying Sons of the Forest on Steam
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Why is the server down? Sons of the Forest is the most anticipated game on Steam. However, we cannot say how many fans are actually waiting for the game. It is rare for a release to bring down the Steam servers.

You can also find the current status of the release of the survival game in our release ticker for Sons of the Forest.

At the same time as the launch of Sons of the Forest, Blood Bowl 3 and Company of Heroes 3 also released today. The three releases together seem to present a bigger problem.

All information about Sons of the Forest in 2 minutes:

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

Sons of the Forest: Release and Download

Since there was no preload and no pre-purchase for Sons of the Forest, the demand for the game is correspondingly high. Furthermore, you will need to download approximately 13 gigabytes after purchasing the game. The survival game is exclusively available on Steam.

The developers haven’t revealed too much about Sons of the Forest in advance. We already know roughly the story of the survival game and some details about the gameplay, such as NPC companions and the improved building system. You can read more about it in our info hub:

More on the topic
Sons of the Forest: Everything about release, story and gameplay
von Benedict Grothaus

We will keep you updated with the latest information and guides about Sons of the Forest here at MeinMMO. You can expect us to publish more content about the game in the coming days and share our first impressions with you, if we manage to buy and play the game.

You can find an initial assessment of the game in my analysis of the release:

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

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One of the best role-playing games of all time will soon be almost free for anyone using Twitch Prime

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Amazon has announced which games will be available with Prime Gaming in March. Among them is a role-playing game that first appeared in 1998 and is considered one of the best in the genre. If you use Amazon Prime, you can keep the game permanently.

What kind of game is it? Baldur’s Gate is based on the famous Pen&Paper rule system Dungeons & Dragons. You create a character there, choosing from the various classes and races of D&D, and can distribute skill and attribute points.

In the adventure, you start as an orphan searching for your father’s murderer. The game consists of 7 chapters and a prologue. In the process, you complete quests, gain strength, and can recruit and meet companions.

Baldur’s Gate is a so-called “tactical role-playing game” that you play from an isometric perspective and with turn-based battles. It is one of the best role-playing games on Steam and is considered one of the best RPGs of all time.

With Baldur’s Gate 3, the latest installment of the series will be released in 2023. We have embedded the trailer for the original game here for you:

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Baldur’s Gate Enhanced Edition 1.3 Trailer

How do I get Baldur’s Gate? As Amazon announced in a new video, the Enhanced Edition of Baldur’s Gate will be available as part of Prime Gaming starting March 2.

If you have subscribed to Amazon Prime, you can collect your rewards through the official Prime Gaming site or on Twitch and add Baldur’s Gate to your account. You only have a short time to activate it, but the game will then be available to you permanently.

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More games with Prime Gaming

Together with Baldur’s Gate, Amazon announced other games that will also be available with Prime Gaming in March:

  • Adios and I Am Fish starting March 9
  • Faraway 3: Arctic Escape starting March 16
  • Book of Demons and Peaky Blinders: Mastermind starting March 23
  • City Legends: Trapping in Mirror – Collector’s Edition starting March 30

By the way, Prime Gaming and Twitch Prime are one of the reasons for the immense success of the platform:

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Prime Gaming, the secret behind Twitch’s success

Even though Baldur’s Gate is a bit dated, it is the highlight of the presented games. On Steam, the RPG has a rating of 95%. Due to its gameplay and isometric camera, the outdated graphics are not as noticeable, as role-playing games tend to focus more on story.

If you prefer something more modern, there is currently another role-playing game on offer. Divinity: Original Sin 2 even offers a co-op feature and is currently discounted:

Co-op RPG for up to 4 players is currently available for €18 on Steam, but only for a short time – counted among the best role-playing games of all time

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Steam: Schedule of all Sales 2023 revealed – Mark these dates before you buy

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The gaming platform Steam regularly launches major sales events with often significant discounts. It is now known when the total of 14 events will take place.

Here you will find all dates for the major planned sales from Steam. If you have an eye on a game but don’t want to pay full price, patience can definitely pay off.

At the end of August, there will be a special strategy sale – during this period, many strategy games will be cheaper. However, the biggest sale events are considered to be the Winter Sale and the Summer Sale. Here you will find all dates:

  • Mystery Festival: 20.02. – 27.02.
  • Puzzle Festival: 24.04. – 01.05.
  • Spring Sale: 16.03. – 23.03.
  • Sports Festival: 15.05. – 22.05.
  • Game Preview: 19.06. – 26.06.
  • Summer Sale: 29.07. – 13.07.
  • Stealth Game Festival: 24.07. – 31.07.
  • Visual Novels Festival: 07.08. – 14.08.
  • Strategy Festival: 28.08. – 04.09.
  • SHMUP Festival: 25.09. – 02.10.
  • Game Preview: 09.10. – 16.10.
  • Steam Scream Festival: 26.10. – 02.11.
  • Autumn Sale: 21.11. – 28.11.
  • Winter Sale: 21.12. – 04.01.

At the time of writing, the Mystery Festival is underway. The focus here is on Mystery / Detective / Social Deduction.

The participation conditions are quite strict according to Steam – not every game is allowed to participate in a sale. Check out Steam’s German blog post about the sales to find the sale where your desired games might be included – via steam.com.

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There is never a guarantee of a hit. But you drastically increase your chances of a bargain.

How do you do that? Do you wait for sales on games on your wishlist or do you always grab it when you have the necessary cash available? Leave a comment on the topic.

If you are always looking for an affordable yet good gaming experience, check out our list: The 15 best free MMOs and MMORPGs on Steam

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