Destiny 2: Lightfall comes just like its two previous major DLCs with different editions, prices, and associated bonuses. However, to ensure you don’t dig too deep into your pockets without knowing which edition suits you, we explain all the pre-order editions in detail.
Can you pre-order? Since the Lightfall reveal on August 23, 2022, Bungie has opened its sales counters. You can now buy the new expansion on various platforms and marketplaces and thus pre-order exclusively.
Every edition has its price, and depending on what you want, this can be higher or lower. We now show you all editions in detail, what they include, which bonuses you get, and for which Guardian they are worthwhile.
Destiny 2: Lightfall Standard Edition
The new Exos are also part of the Standard Edition
The edition contains the following contents:
New campaign + Legendary mode
New power: Strand
New raid
New exotic gear
Season 20
Immediate unlocks upon pre-order:
Exclusive Legendary Lightfall badge
An exotic Ghost
Who is this edition for? This Standard Edition is especially worthwhile for players who want to play only the DLC and the first season of Lightfall. If you are unsure whether Bungie can convince you with Lightfall, it is better to save your money and try Neomuna first with this edition.
The weapon along with goodies will be immediately available and can thus be picked up right after the pre-order of the annual pass edition at Master Rahool in the Tower.
Quick Silver Storm catalyst plus -ornament
An exotic Sparrow
Rahool’s secret stash x4 (one per season)
Exclusive Legendary Lightfall badge
An exotic Ghost
An exotic emote
Who is this edition for? The Annual Pass Edition is more worthwhile for players who are sure that they will consume all seasons and contents of Bungie’s newest DLC. With this edition, you are covered until the next DLC ‘The Final Shape’ and do not have to worry about additional costs. You can also go directly into the dungeons and thus do not need to buy anything extra for the entire DLC year of Lightfall.
The contents of the Lightfall Collector’s Edition.
Everything from the Annual Pass Edition
Additionally, a digital Destiny 2: Lightfall soundtrack
An 8-inch Pouka replica figure with LED lights and stand
A Vanguard Lore book
A letter from Zavala
Additionally, a mini lithograph
Vinyl stickers
Plus exclusive Collector’s Edition emblem
Immediate unlocks upon pre-order:
As with the Annual Pass Edition
Who is this edition for? The Collector’s Edition is primarily for collectors who like to display figures and memorabilia in the form of books and concept arts. Also, players who study lore might enjoy such goodies.
However, keep in mind that the included creature named ‘Pouka’ cannot resurrect you. Nevertheless, its origins, purpose, and future may play a role in Lightfall.
These were all the important infos regarding the available Lightfall editions, how much they cost, and what they include. What about you? Have you pre-ordered one of these editions or would you rather wait before treating yourself to Lightfall?
Feel free to let us know in the comments how you feel about it and whether you also think the mysterious creature from Elisabeth Bray is cool!
In the new quarterly report for Q4 2022, Activision Blizzard discusses the figures and successes of the past year. The Blizzard division can report a significant increase in players and substantial profits, particularly with World of Warcraft and Overwatch. The upcoming Diablo 4 is set to kick off the new fiscal year.
Where does the information come from? Activision Blizzard has published its quarterly report for Q4 2022 (via investor.activision).
Unlike before, there was no “call” where questions could be asked, but only the report itself, which is why the information is a bit lean. According to Activision, this is due to the planned acquisition of the company by Microsoft.
The figures paint a rather positive picture for the company, showing growth in revenues and players over the past year. Blizzard alone has nearly doubled the number of active users compared to the previous year.
Overall, Blizzard had 45 million monthly users in Q4 2022. In December 2021, there were still 24 million. However, a player counts twice for each game they log into.
These are the successful Blizzard games: The report mainly mentions Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo as the driving franchises, each of which has generated over 100 million US dollars. In WoW, there were 2 new releases: WotLK Classic and Dragonflight.
The feedback on Dragonflight has been extraordinarily positive, and Blizzard plans “significantly more follow-up content for the expansion than in the past”, some of which has already been shown in an earlier roadmap for WoW.
Dragonflight has excited many players and is preferred by most over Shadowlands. In the trailer, you can see the most important features of the new expansion:
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WoW shows the main features of Dragonflight in the gameplay trailer, fans praise: “Finally hype again”
Despite Blizzard’s success, the department still makes up only the smallest part of the company. Activision, and especially King (Candy Crush), have significantly more monthly players.
For 2023, Diablo 4 is expected to play a significant role. A “substantial investment in development and marketing” is planned. Diablo 4 will be released on June 6, 2023, making it the first major title for Activision Blizzard in the fiscal year 2023, which starts in April.
An AI-generated sitcom took over Twitch in recent days. After some questionable remarks by the main character, it’s now on hold.
What kind of series is this? Nothing, Forever is a procedurally generated sitcom created entirely by artificial intelligence: the script and animations are powered by technologies like DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, and OpenAi GPT-3.
The series was available 24/7 on the watchmeforever channel on Twitch.
AI-Seinfeld becomes a hit on Twitch
How was it received? What was initially intended as a kind of surreal art project turned into a hit on Twitch. At the series’ launch in December 2022, the sitcom had barely any viewers, but once big streamers like xQc took notice of the project, things changed rapidly.
In the past 7 days, the Twitch channel hosting Nothing, Forever reached the 2nd place among the fastest-growing accounts. More than 189,000 of the total 190,000 followers come from this time period (as of February 7, 2023, 12:15, via sullygnome).
How did the series unfold? The artificial intelligence was trained on classic sitcom episodes. The cult sitcom Seinfeld serves as the template: its namesake protagonist Jerry Seinfeld is a comedian who opens the episodes with his stand-up routine. Larry Feinberg does the same in Nothing, Forever.
However, this seemingly became the downfall of the series, as the account received a 14-day ban after a stand-up monologue from the main character.
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What was that monologue like? AI-Seinfeld opened its stand-up routine with the observation that no one in the audience was laughing. Then, it lists some possible ideas for jokes that can also be found in transphobic talking points:
There are about 50 people here and no one is laughing. Does anyone have any suggestions? I’m thinking about doing a set about how being transgender is actually a mental illness. Or that all liberals are secretly homosexual and want to impose their will on everyone. Or something about how transgender people are ruining the fabric of society. But no one is laughing, so I will stop.
A more benevolent interpretation is that it is a kind of meta-humor: it makes fun of comedians who apparently can’t think of anything else than to joke about current controversial topics.
Nevertheless, the developers behind the show emphasized in a post on Discord that the AI’s statements in no way reflect their own opinions. They had already investigated what might have led to the questionable monologue.
What’s behind this? Apparently, a switch in the AI model was the cause: The OpenAI tools for moderating content had failed with the alternate model. In the future, they do not want to rely on this model anymore.
However, the problem with the original model has already been identified, so the series can likely continue after this involuntary break.
As is usual with Twitch, there is no official confirmation of what exactly the reason for the ban was. However, the timing with the stand-up monologue, along with the statements of those responsible suggest that it was the trigger.
This all highlights a well-known problem with content created by artificial intelligence: depending on what content the AI is trained on, it seems that sooner or later, it always leads to questionable statements.
Hogwarts Legacy is one of the most discussed games of recent years. It is accompanied by a fierce controversy. Now, at the release, the first review tests have been published on Metacritic. We at MeinMMO will give you an overview:
Why is Hogwarts Legacy controversial?
The author of the “Harry Potter” books, J.K. Rowling, has repeatedly commented on the issue of transgender rights since 2019.
Her statements have been viewed as transphobic for years, which the author herself denies.
J.K. Rowling is not involved in the development of Hogwarts Legacy, but benefits from the brand rights and the strengthening of the franchise. The extent of her profits is unknown.
There are calls to boycott the game, with the view that one should not financially support the author through Hogwarts Legacy and should show solidarity with the transgender community.
A discussion erupted on social media about Gronkh after he stated that J.K. Rowling does not matter to him.
If you want a detailed insight into the controversy surrounding Hogwarts Legacy and the boycott, the colleagues from GameStar have summarized the topic extensively:
The first tests on Metacritic praise the game world but criticize the technology
The first gaming magazines have published their tests on Hogwarts Legacy, and there is a first Metascore on the Metacritic platform for PC as well as for PS5 and Xbox Series. This is made up of the different ratings.
The tests evaluate only the gaming experience and are not influenced by the controversy.
How do the first tests look? Hogwarts Legacy has a Metascore of 85 on PS5, 82 on PC, and 89 on Xbox Series X. We show you a selection of various ratings from well-known gaming magazines:
GameStar
78
PC
GamePro
87-92
PS5
Jeuxvideo.com
90
PS5, Xbox Series
IGN
90
PS5, PC, Xbox Series
PCGamesN
70
PC
Dexerto
80
PS5
VGC
80
PS5
Game Rant
90
PS5
4Player.de
80
PS5
Eurogamer Germany
80
PC
GamesRadar+
70
PS5
However, there are magazines that decided against rating the role-playing game due to the controversy. This includes the Canadian magazine TheGamer. In an interview with Axios, TheGamer provided the following statement.
The reason for this is not that it’s about royalties or financial support for J.K. Rowling, but because we believe that the ongoing popularity of Harry Potter gives her a larger platform and further legitimizes her views, which we regard as harmful to transgender people.
Stacey Henley, Editor-in-Chief TheGamer
What do the testers say? Hogwarts Legacy is praised by the gaming press primarily for its richly detailed game world. The website Video Games Chronicle (VGC) draws the impressive conclusion:
Hogwarts Legacy captures the magic of the Harry Potter world in a brilliant way with its beautiful open world, sympathetic characters, and exciting battles. Although the open-world elements of the game make it feel older than we would have wished, it is otherwise the best that the wizarding world has ever been in a video game.
On the other hand, the biggest critique in terms of gameplay for the PC version of Hogwarts Legacy is technical issues. For example, GameStar author Natalie Schermann reports performance drops and graphical bugs. As a result, the game lost 10 points in the overall score.
Despite technical issues, the game is praised not only for its game world but also for its varied battles, which IGN author Travis Northup describes as “challenging”. He states that the game kept him captivated for dozens of hours. Even the “uninspired main story” and “lack of variety in enemies” did not diminish his enthusiasm:
Hogwarts Legacy is in almost every way the Harry Potter role-playing game I have always wanted to play. The open-world adventure captures all the excitement and wonder of the wizarding world with its memorable new characters, challenging and nuanced battles, and a wonderfully executed Hogwarts student fantasy that has kept me glued to my controller for dozens of hours. Certainly, there are technical problems, an uninspired main plot, and a lack of variety in enemies, but even those could not nearly break the magic that has captivated me.
Overall, it seems that particularly “Harry Potter” fans will feel at home in the game world of Hogwarts Legacy. GamePro author Dennis Michel, as a fan, has wished for such a game since the PlayStation 1 era. Nevertheless, he criticizes the story and dialogues of the title: In his detailed review, he writes:
As an early Harry Potter fan, I have so far received the game with Hogwarts Legacy that I always wished for back in the PS1 days. A game world that is bursting with loving details, where countless secrets and little puzzles slumber, and which transports me right into the enchanting fantasy world of the books and movies. […] While magic looked rather dull in trailers, the many possible magic combos are incredibly fun. My biggest criticism so far is the main story.
A final rating for Hogwarts Legacy has not yet been given by Dennis Michel. He is currently wavering between 87 and 92.
Hogwarts Legacy presents the officially best trailer of gamescom – Has over 600,000 views on YouTube
What is Hogwarts Legacy? Hogwarts Legacy is a role-playing game developed by the American studio “Avalanche Software” in the universe of Harry Potter, which will be released on February 10 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC.
As a player, you not only dive into the world of the pop culturally popular “Harry Potter” franchise but also attend the school named after the school of Witchcraft and Wizardry: Hogwarts.
Are there private servers for the popular anime RPG Genshin Impact? Is it allowed to play on them? We at MeinMMO take a look.
In Genshin Impact, the gacha system often poses a hurdle because you don’t get the desired characters. Some players invest real money, while others look for alternatives.
Many also wonder whether there are private servers for Genshin Impact. On such servers, you have all characters and weapons and can do whatever you want without being frustrated by the gacha system.
There are private servers for Genshin Impact, but…
The most well-known system for private servers for Genshin Impact is called Grasscutter.
A user on reddit writes that he has a server there. However, it is still very raw (as of 2022): “Not even passwords can be used.” Nevertheless, many users wanted the link to the Discord.
To join a private server, you use the normal launcher of Genshin Impact but change the server. There are various tutorials on how this works exactly.
Authors of such guides often supplement their points with warnings that they should be read carefully and no steps should be skipped.
Other websites and forum posts warn against private servers, as it is possible to catch viruses. “There are definitely private servers, but they are not fully developed yet. Some are scams, though,” explains a user under a reddit post that cautions against private servers.
Are private servers for Genshin Impact allowed?
The publisher of Genshin Impact, miHoYo, completely prohibits the use of private servers. They are cracked versions of the game, which are illegal.
YouTuber Valkyrja strongly advises players against using private servers, as their real accounts can get banned, according to him (via Youtube). This can happen because when logging in, you still use the real launcher.
While users on reddit claim that nothing can happen because you don’t log in with your real login data on the private server, Valkyrja argues with the IP address. Anyone using the same IP for private and official servers can easily be caught.
Whether players log into private servers of Genshin Impact or not is up to each individual – but it can lead to bans of the real account. What do you think about this topic? Have you ever played on a Grasscutter server? Feel free to write it in the comments here on MeinMMO!
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In the American League of Legends league (LCS) from Riot Games, there was a game interruption during the broadcast on February 3rd. This lasted longer than usual, so the commentators and hosts tried to fill it with exciting content. However, they brought up a huge controversy about the e-sports team TSM.
What happened during the stream? Before the game between TSM and 100 Thieves, the hosts rekindled the story between Peter “Doublelift” Peng and TSM CEO/founder Andy Dinh. Regarding the story:
Doublelift started playing for TSM in October 2015. From November 2017 to April 2020, he played for Team Liquid, before returning to TSM.
For TSM, he started as a streamer for the company in 2021.
At the end of 2021, he had a fallout with the company because the CEO allegedly bullied his players verbally and psychologically. The CEO commented that Doublelift was someone it was difficult to work with.
Subsequently, many more allegations followed, and both parties faced a potential legal process.
Since November 2022, Doublelift has been contracted with 100 Thieves.
The fact that the whole story was brought up again in the live stream from Riot Games did not sit well with many employees and players from TSM. The organization is reportedly already in talks with Riot Games. But what did the players and employees of TSM say about it?
Season 13 has started in League of Legends and brings a new cinematic trailer:
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LoL Season 2023: The Cinematic “The Brink of Infinity”
The whole conflict was reignited by the post, and Riot Games even shared it on Twitter. However, they quickly deleted it once it was clear that TSM was not being portrayed in a good light. We have embedded the post here for you:
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Also, TSM SmaK, a manager from the organization who works with various teams, mentioned (via reddit) that they were “appalled and shocked” by this post.
What does the community think? The whole issue surrounding Doublelift and Andy Dinh was discussed years ago and led to a significant divide among fans. The decision of the LCS to bring the topic up again in the live stream did not sit well with many fans. The post was widely discussed on reddit.
The fans of the LCS want to hear exciting and interesting stories about the players and teams of the LCS. However, they agree that the way the story was reignited benefited no one.
User “Weezledeez” writes (via reddit), “I expected the LoL community to overreact here, but I was greatly mistaken.” He also raised the pertinent question of how someone could think that this was a good post.
What do you think about this story and the way Riot Games presented it? Let us know in the comments.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is currently the fastest graphics card and promises a lot of performance. A gamer bought the GPU, but he complains about his framerate.
What are FPS? Especially important in gaming are your FPS (Frames per Second). They tell you how many frames per second your PC displays. The more frames per second are displayed, the smoother the game appears.
The community is complaining about it. Why would someone buy an RTX 4090 when he has no idea about the simplest settings? So someone jokes:
He has an RTX 4090 and doesn’t know how to check VSYNC. That’s a bit ironic.
Others, however, believe that people also want to play with good hardware without having to know everything. We want to give you a few of these simple tricks.
With 4 simple tips, you can improve performance on your PC
With a few tricks, you can already improve your performance without much effort. You neither need to install additional software nor buy new hardware.
G-Sync, Free-Sync, and V-Sync
Make sure whether G-Sync (Nvidia) or FreeSync (AMD) is activated or deactivated on your computer. The technology adjusts the monitor’s refresh rate to your graphics card. This prevents so-called screen tearing. While this may not necessarily lead to better performance, it often results in a smoother overall experience.
V-Sync, another technology, lowers the graphics card to its maximum refresh rate. However, this can cause input lag in some cases that can be problematic in multiplayer games. G-Sync and Free-Sync are now the better alternatives.
Set the correct refresh rate
Make sure to have the correct refresh rate set. If it is set too low, you can only utilize the full power of your graphics card to a limited extent.
Go to the “Display settings” in Windows and look for “Advanced display settings.” Here, you select the “maximum refresh rate of the monitor” from a menu. Ideally, you already know how many Hz your monitor offers and can set the correct frequency.
By the way, a YouTuber tested with a professional whether a fast screen makes you a better player:
AMD, Nvidia, and Intel regularly provide their graphics cards with new updates via the software. This includes important adjustments for new games. So if you start a new game and have problems, check first whether your manufacturer already offers an update for your software.
You can usually conveniently perform an update for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia directly through the software itself.
Turn off overlays from Steam, Discord, and others
Most programs like Steam or Discord now offer an overlay. This means you press a specific key combination and can see the menus from Steam or messages directly in the game. However, in many cases, such overlapping menus consume a lot of performance. If you are having performance issues, then turn off the menus.
Guardians from Destiny 2 can explore various planets, including the icy moon Europa. Normally, it is just icy, cold, and windy there. However, a Guardian has now discovered a quirky visual bug that overloads the cold moon of Europa with ridiculously bright party vibes.
What did the Guardian discover? Originally, Guardian Crimson_Rose_2065 just wanted to complete his Vex mission at the Destiny location Europa. But instead of the usual feeling of the icy moon, he suddenly saw a wild and disturbing light show in the sky.
In the short video he shared with the Destiny subreddit, colorful “laser beams” can be seen shooting chaotically into the sky.
The lights seem to come and go at random, partially covering the entire screen. He titled it, “Commander, please pick me up, I am scared!”.
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This is what the laser show looks like over the hill of the Europa location
Bug Creates Party Vibes in the Community
Indeed, this laser show is quirky, but also worth seeing. The thread had already gathered 2.2k positive upvotes and 157 comments from the Destiny community by the time of our article.
However, the actual bug seemed to be a minor issue. Many Guardians thought that this unwanted “Europa party” just needed the right beat to become the biggest Vex party of all time.
The player VictusFerrum commented: “Yoooo, this Lost Sector must have some good techno.”
Oliferro sees parallels to the Wyrm Bay and writes: “Looks like the nightclub of the Empty Tank [a former Lost Sector] is back on the menu, folks!”
KFChero1 thinks the light show looks “like a glittery Hunter cloak colliding with Telesto in a massive super glitch.”
NamenThalb reassures everyone and says: “Those are just a few Guardians in the Lost Sector throwing a rave for the Fallen with the exotic weapon ‘Hard Light’.”
Not necessarily a new Destiny bug: Some players were not sure whether this is actually a new Destiny bug.
It might seem like the laser turrets of the current Season 19 could be the culprits. But the twitching Hunter cloaks that get caught everywhere while running and stretch into impossible angles also resemble this bug.
However, a few Guardians noted that the cause of this private Europa rave party might only stem from the player’s system and therefore isn’t a bug. Such wild graphical glitches, as seen here, would often indicate that the GPU or console is about to give up.
“Your GPU probably only has a limited lifespan left, I’m sorry.” points out Destiny player ChoPT to the creator on reddit regarding this possibility.
What do you think about the spectacle? Do you think it’s time to meet up on Europa and celebrate a Guardian party with flashing lasers before the upcoming “Lightfall” DLC? Or do you also believe that this issue is not a Destiny 2 bug, but a purely technical and localized problem? Feel free to let us know in the comments.
Today, there is another premiere in Destiny 2 that you can check out.
At 4 PM Bungie will release a new trailer on YouTube that provides players with further information about the new subclass “Strand.” You can also find a suitable interview on MeinMMO.
In Pokémon GO you have the opportunity to send gifts to your friends daily. But today you should wait until the evening to send the packages. We have summarized why this makes sense for you here on MeinMMO.
Which packages are we talking about? In Pokémon GO, you can befriend other trainers and send them gifts or receive some yourself. These provide you with items and valuable stardust.
This not only serves as a small gesture but also increases your progress in friend levels, which can bring you additional advantages in the game over time. For this reason, players like to use the function and actively send gifts.
But today, on February 7, 2023, you should wait until the evening to send your packages. We will explain to you what advantage this brings.
That’s why you should wait to send gifts
Global challenge: Tomorrow, on February 8, 2023, the Valentine’s Day event starts in Pokémon GO. This will bring you lots of cool spawns, new shinies, and bonuses. However, you can further enhance these bonuses in the coming days by completing the global challenge for the event.
Usually, little letters are written or gifts are exchanged for Valentine’s Day. And you should do the same to complete the challenge in Pokémon GO. You will need to send a lot of gifts.
What goal must be achieved? A total of 100,000,000 gifts must be sent to trainer friends worldwide. So every package counts to accomplish the task.
When does the challenge start? Although the event itself starts tomorrow, the global challenge begins tonight. From 9:00 PM German time, the task is active and can be completed until February 15, 2023, at 7:00 AM. Every gift that you send from that point on will bring you closer to the goal and to cool additional bonuses.
What bonuses are there? Once you have completed the global challenge together, the following bonuses will be unlocked for you until the end of the event (via pokemongolive.com):
triple candies when sending Pokémon
double XL candies when sending Pokémon (for trainers from level 31)
Therefore, it’s worthwhile to wait to send your monsters until the bonus is active for you. Especially if you want to sort out legendary monsters or Pokémon that you don’t find often in the game. This way you can significantly improve your candy collection.
Tip: With the help of the tagging and filter functions in Pokémon GO, you can already pre-sort your Pokémon and send them with just a few clicks once the bonus is activated.
How do you get packages to send? In Pokémon GO, you receive the packages by spinning the photo discs at PokéStops and gyms. At the same time, you can hold a maximum of 20 gifts in your item bag. Additionally, your buddy Pokémon sometimes brings you more gifts.
How can you send gifts? To send a friend a gift, you just need to click on your friend list and select the desired friend. Now you have a gift icon in the lower left corner. Click on it, choose a postcard, and send it. If you want, you can also attach a sticker beforehand.
But be careful! Trainers can only have one gift from you at a time. As long as it hasn’t been opened, you can’t send any more gifts to that player. In this case, the package in the lower left corner is gray.
By the way: Before you open the gifts from your friends or send your own, it’s worth it to pin these in your postcard book. This can be done easily with the pin icon in the lower right corner. This way you can secure various shapes of the bug Pokémon Cutiefly and its evolution Vivillon.
How do you like the global challenge for the Valentine’s Day event? Will you be sending gifts diligently? Or are you not interested in the bonuses at all? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange views with other trainers.
Jasmin “Gnu” (33) has been active on YouTube and Twitch since 2015 and is one of the largest German-speaking gaming influencers. She has openly spoken about sexism in the gaming industry in the past, and now Gnu criticizes the sexualization of female streamers on platforms like reddit in a special video.
Note: This article originally appeared on February 6th, and we updated it on February 7th with additional information on the legal aspects.
What kind of video is this? On February 5th, the YouTuber published a video on her third channel Jasmin Gnu in which she criticizes the sexualization of female streamers, especially on reddit. For this important but also difficult topic, she enlisted the support of 4 opinion YouTubers:
Additionally, there is the “hacktivist” Nella, a specialist in cybersecurity (via Twitter).
Female streamers are publicly sexualized against their will
The sexualization of female streamers is unfortunately nothing new: Clips are often made as soon as a streamer gets up or her body is visible for a moment.
But it doesn’t end on Twitch: on reddit, there are communities where such footage is shared and discussed. Under seemingly harmless images and videos, there are often quite disgusting comments where the female streamers are heavily sexualized.
On reddit, there are even deeper abysses: Role-playing games are conducted in which users take on the role of a streamer and live out sexual fantasies. Some reddit users use autographed photos of female streamers as masturbation templates and post pictures of the results – this is particularly humiliating, as some of these autographs were only available at community meetings, as Gnu says:
For me personally, it is very painful […], because I have probably seen the person face-to-face, and then to be publicly humiliated like this is really not nice.
Others photoshop the faces of female streamers into pornographic images or create incredibly realistic forgeries using AI, known as deepfakes. These fakes are then made available for free or sold.
These effects on the affected: Gnu reports how much the constant sexualization has already affected her. For some time, she only wore loose clothing during streams to hide her figure.
When that didn’t help either, she “capitulated.” It’s frustrating that there are always people who downplay the topic, even though they are usually not affected at all. For those affected, especially younger people, it is very stressful, especially when they are confronted with it for the first time.
Gnu’s criticism: reddit seemingly imposes no limits on its users – sexual and even violent fantasies can be discussed unabashedly in the forums. What reddit is all about is addressed by Parabelritter in his contribution to the video.
Ultimately, reddit is a reflection of our society – with all its light and dark sides. Much good is possible and has already happened on the platform, but there is also room for bad.
[We see] that the problem of reddit is embedded in its DNA. Reddit’s secret recipe has always been to allow free expression, but at some point, it went too far, giving the impression that the platform has no real control over itself – or doesn’t want to have any at all.
Parabelritter cites the case of Ellen Pao, the former CEO of reddit. She resigned in 2015 after massive user protests against her decisions to ban controversial subreddits.
Moreover, in 2017, naked images of prominent women had already been published on reddit. The platform is said to have drawn consequences from this, but they apparently do not go far enough. Ultimately, the same problem now affects numerous content creators.
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What can be done about it? The YouTuber and author AliciaJoe addresses the legal aspects in her contribution. Indeed, such actions as falsifying and distributing naked images are classified as digital violence. AliciaJoe refers to a video by lawyer Christian Solmecke (via YouTube).
Which exact sections would come into play varies from case to case and is sometimes a matter of interpretation. Creating this content can, for example, be classified as defamation or violation of privacy and is punishable – offenders face heavy fines and even prison sentences of several years.
The distribution of the recordings also violates the personality rights of those affected, which is why they could have a claim for damages or compensation for pain and suffering. In addition, platforms like YouTube and reddit must take action themselves when they are alerted to such content.
Gnu’s group is taking action against content
How does the streamer defend herself? YouTuber AlphaKevin has gone undercover for Gnu in various subreddits and made contact with users. He was particularly shocked during his research to see how young some of the women and girls were who experienced such strong sexualization – some of the affected were even minors.
Who is behind it? With the help of hacktivist Nella, the identities of some users who spread sexualized content on reddit were identified. Among them were supposed to be a student and a web designer. They now face consequences that could be quite severe in terms of legal aspects.
Gnu advises those affected: Criminal content should not be deleted too hastily, but must definitely be documented. Afterwards, one should immediately go to the police or a lawyer with it. She also warns against starting social media too young.
The MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online has just introduced the new chapter Necrom and the content for 2023. Overall, the community reacted positively to the announcement. MeinMMO author MiezeMelli was also convinced by the new content. You can find out why here.
On June 5, the new ESO chapter Necrom will be released. This year’s narrative “Shadows over Morrowind” will already begin with the DLC Scribes of Fate, which is scheduled for March 13.
In the Global Reveal, the new content and plans for this year were presented. And I have to say, the developers really hit a home run in my view. I am really excited that I finally have genuine anticipation for an ESO update after a long time.
Because I struggled to get excited about the last 2 chapters. The big feature of Blackwood was the companions in ESO. However, I found them personally not very interesting. Still, I was initially curious to see familiar areas from Oblivion again.
The chapter Greymoor was able to fulfill my Skyrim nostalgia. Unfortunately, it was different with the chapter Blackwood. I found the main quest really disappointing after the story of Greymoor and Markarth set the bar pretty high.
Moreover, I’m not a big fan of Eveli Sharp-Arrow. An NPC who sticks to you throughout the entire story. I find her lines extremely unfunny, and her squeaky voice didn’t help at all. Only the raid Felshain managed to convince me. It was really tricky at first, and that always sparks my ambition.
Eveli Sharp-Arrow.
Unfortunately, my enthusiasm did not really increase in the following year, because the setting around the Bretons in the chapter High Isle didn’t captivate me at all. Additionally, account-wide achievements in ESO were introduced with the DLC Ascending Tide in ESO. Considering that I spent most of my ESO time achieving difficult raid achievements on multiple characters, it was really a slap in the face.
I was also far from thrilled with the numerous combat changes. Every now and then, someone must have stumbled across one of my articles where I complained about planned changes.
For me, the announcement of the content for this year and the introduction of the chapter Necrom is a turning point. I must say that every aspect has truly convinced me. And that, despite always being very critical overall.
That I can be so excited about every aspect has really pleasantly surprised me. It’s just great to have such burning anticipation for upcoming content again.
Who is speaking here? MiezeMelli has been playing The Elder Scrolls Online since the beta. Since early 2018, she has been regularly streaming ESO on Twitch and has been part of Bethesda’s official ESO stream team since late 2020. Since January 2018, she has been creating videos (raid triples, guides, DPS tests) on YouTube. She has a total of over 7000 play hours on 18 max-level characters and 2153 champion points (as of 05.01.2023). Recently, she can also be found on the NA server with 464 champion points. At MeinMMO, she has been responsible for everything related to ESO since May 2021, especially guides.
Just the whole atmosphere and setting of Necrom suit my taste 100%: very dark and mysterious. I really like that and it makes me extremely curious about what we might get to see.
The new areas awaken my Skyrim nostalgia
With the new chapter, we will be able to explore two new areas: the Telvanni Peninsula and Apocrypha. In the Global Reveal, we were already able to catch a first glimpse of the landscape. As an absolute Skyrim fan, I was especially excited to see a familiar place from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim – Dragonborn again.
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The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom – Cinematic
It brings back some nice memories because one of my favorite quests of the single-player game takes place in the Dragonborn expansion. Also, I’ve always found the shape of Hermaeus Mora to be just wonderfully strange and therefore really interesting.
I am also looking forward to the landscape of Morrowind again. Besides that, I find it really good that an older region in ESO is gaining importance again. I also find it much cooler when the various chapters of ESO are connected in some way.
If ESO implements the plans as I imagine based on the impressions from the Global Reveal, it will be really good.
The story blurs the lines between good and evil
We already know that we will have to work with the daedric prince Hermaeus Mora to avert a threat to Nirn. This way, there is no strict division between good and evil. I find such a setting much more exciting as it is much closer to reality.
And between black and white, there are still many shades of gray. The last story that really convinced me in ESO was the narrative of the chapter Greymoor and the continuation Markarth. It’s similar there, and I liked that a lot back then.
Therefore, I am picturing a really exciting main quest!
The new class looks really cool
Visually, the Arcanist fits perfectly into the dark atmosphere of Necrom. Furthermore, it is supposed to have a completely new playstyle. Although I didn’t necessarily urgently wish for a new class, it has piqued my curiosity and I am really excited to see how it plays.
An endless dungeon is something completely new in ESO
Moreover, it was stated that we will also get an endless dungeon. Rich Lambert specifically mentioned an “endless dungeon with a buddy.” Could it possibly be a challenge for a group of 2 players?
That would be super cool since it was already on my wish list for 2023. You can find out more about it here:
I envision an endless dungeon as a great new challenge that tests gameplay skills in a whole new way. And since I am always looking for new challenges in ESO, I am really curious about what the developers have come up with.
Finally, I get even more character slots
I also think it’s really great that with the next chapter we will finally get more character slots. I have had the maximum number of characters for quite some time and have always wondered when the number would finally be increased. I even wrote about this at the end of 2021 in this article:
Now it is supposed to add two new slots, one of which players will even receive for free.
The developers’ change in direction was extremely important now
Since Update 32 Deadlands, a lot has been messed around with the combat system. I often had the impression that some changes were not well thought out at all. Especially the changes from Update 35 didn’t go down well.
This affected both me and a large part of long-time players. Update 36 didn’t go much better, as it brought a lot of bugs and other issues.
This even led to a noticeable number of players in my circle quitting ESO. This was particularly noticeable in my raid guilds. Suddenly the groups were desperately and vainly searching for replacement players.
This was also the case in my raid group, so we even had to take a forced break because we simply lacked players and couldn’t find enough replacements. The ESO raids are an essential part of ESO for me, and suddenly a very important part of the MMORPG was gone.
An ESO post in December made me hope for a better outcome again: Finally, it has come to an end! To be honest, I had mentally almost prepared for my beloved combat system and thus my MMORPG ESO to die for me.
I also find it really important that there is an open dialogue between the developers and the player community. Because mistakes can indeed happen, but it is important to communicate completely transparently with the community about them. Otherwise, it feels like you’re being ignored.
Therefore, I think it’s very good that this was just pointed out in the post. Communication solves so many problems or prevents them from arising in the first place.
Necrom appeals to many different player types again
The last two chapters brought a feature with the companion system that is particularly interesting for ESO newcomers. Unfortunately, companions are absolutely uninteresting for endgame.
The overhaul of the champion system particularly benefited players with low champion levels. This leads to a limited selection of active champion bonuses. Exactly this causes there to be no further progress once one has reached 1800 champion points.
This is obviously frustrating for players with a high champion point level, as an important reward effect is missing. Therefore, ESO veterans have felt a bit neglected in recent years when it came to new content or changes.
If you are interested in more about ESO, you might find this appealing:
A new class that has been announced, however, is interesting for every player type. Just like the planned player improvements and bug fixes in the third quarter. At first, I wanted to complain that, as usual, two more dungeons were not planned.
But when I took a closer look at the planning for this year, I was very positively surprised. That the developers want to tackle the old issues now and are also planning the necessary time for it is very good.
Recently, I have often felt that the communication between the developers and the community needed improvement. The announcement is a clear sign to me that the developers are approaching their community more and taking the feedback to heart.
I can also imagine that in the third quarter the problems in PvP will be addressed. But this is just a guess for now. I would definitely support that since PvP in ESO is truly unique and has incredible potential.
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Today, on February 7th, the Spotlight Hour with Pidgey starts in Pokémon GO. We show you everything about shinies, bonuses, and the event times.
What kind of event is this? On Tuesday evening, Pokémon GO has the scheduled date for a Spotlight Hour. During this time, a special Pokémon is in focus from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, which changes every week. At the beginning of a month, the Niantic team announces which monsters will be in focus during the following weeks.
Each event is accompanied by a bonus that either gives you more XP, more candy, or more stardust. Today you will encounter the Pokémon Pidgey from the first generation. It is a Normal and Flying-type and can evolve into Pidgeotto and Pidgeot.
Spotlight Hour on February 7th – Start, Bonuses, Shiny
When does it start? As you know from these events, this Spotlight Hour also starts at 6:00 PM local time. It is then active for one hour and ends at 7:00 PM local time.
What bonuses are there? You will encounter Pidgey almost everywhere in the wild in Pokémon GO. The encounters are significantly increased. If you want to find even more specimens, you can help yourself by using incense.
Additionally, you will receive double the amount of experience points for evolving Pokémon.
Today marks the first Spotlight Hour in February. There are still three more to come, which we have listed here for you:
Can you catch Shiny Pidgey? Yes, the shiny version of Pidgey has already been unlocked in Pokémon GO. With some luck, you can catch it today during the Spotlight Hour. However, keep in mind that the shiny chances, unlike during a Community Day, are not increased.
Is the Spotlight Hour today worth it? If you’re interested in PvP, then Pidgeot is a good choice for the Great and Ultra League. Those who prefer to raid will find Mega Pidgeot to be a good attacker. It is worth securing a few strong Pidgey specimens for PvP and PvE and then evolving them.
If you want, you can earn additional experience points through the evolutions of Pokémon.
The US company Migliaccio & Rathod is currently looking for individuals who want to sue Blizzard. The subject of the lawsuit: a modified item in Diablo Immortal with allegations of fraud. MeinMMO spoke with the well-known German lawyer Christian Solmecke about whether such a thing is also possible in Germany.
Why should Blizzard be sued?
Blizzard operates a shop in Diablo Immortal where various items can be purchased, including upgrades for the notorious legendary gems, but also a gem itself.
The “Blessing of the Worthy” is available in packages that cost between €30.99 and €119.99 and was among the strongest items for many classes. However, the item was modified afterwards. More specifically: the description was adjusted to match the effect.
Because, in the view of the lawyers of the US company Migliaccio & Rathod, it is fraud, they now want to sue Blizzard and are looking for people who want to start a class action.
Class actions of this form do not exist in Germany. We therefore spoke with “internet lawyer” Christian Solmecke about how such a lawsuit would actually be classified here.
Who is Christian Solmecke? Solmecke is a specialist in internet and media law and works as a lawyer and partner at the Cologne law firm WBS.LEGAL. Previously, he worked as a journalist, including at the West German Broadcasting Corporation. His portfolio also includes:
Several books on the topic of online law. The latest is titled “The Pocket Lawyer“
The founding of IT startups
Solmecke is also managing director of the German Institute for Communication and Law in the Internet (“DIKRI”) and the cloud-based law firm software Legalvisio.de.
Solmecke became known as the “internet lawyer” through his YouTube channel. He often addresses current topics in the field of internet and gaming and answers questions in his videos. We were also able to ask him some questions on the topic.
The subject of the dispute is, as so often, the legendary gems. In the video, we explain to you what it is all about:
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Diablo Immortal: What are legendary gems? Facts and locations in 3 minutes
No class actions in Germany, but: “This form of lawsuit will have to come”
MeinMMO: There are no class actions like in the USA in Germany – What alternatives do affected persons have here?
Solmecke: In Germany, there are no class actions (“class action”) similar to the US model. In the USA, it is possible for lawyers to conduct legal proceedings on behalf of many victims, which then is binding for all affected. It does not matter whether one has actively participated in the lawsuit – it is sufficient to belong to the affected group (“class”). One can only actively withdraw to have the matter clarified individually.
However, there has been a so-called model declaratory action in Germany since 2018 due to the diesel scandal. In this case, an authorized model plaintiff (e.g., the consumer protection office) leads the proceedings, the outcome of which is only binding for the victims who have actively joined the proceedings. However, it is only established that a claim exists. The specific amount of compensation must be individually claimed by each person afterwards.
Furthermore, there are now also “legal tech service providers” who let claims from many thousands of affected individuals be assigned to them and then assert them in a bundled manner. They sue other people’s rights in their own name. The result is only binding for all who have assigned their rights.
Finally, the European legislator adopted the so-called Collective Actions Directive at the end of 2020. Accordingly, EU states were to establish a new class action by December 25, 2022, which must come into force 6 months later (June 25, 2023). This is meant to allow concrete claims against companies to be sued. Although a corresponding Consumer Enforcement Act (VDuG) with a new “remedial action” is already under discussion in Germany, it has not yet been passed. Thus, Germany is actually lagging behind. However, it is clear that this form of lawsuit will have to come.
In addition, there are already lawsuits in specific areas of law that resemble class actions, such as model proceedings in the Capital Investors’ Model Proceedings Act (KapMuG) or collective actions in environmental law.
MeinMMO: Can I join a class action in the USA as a German to receive compensation?
Solmecke: Joining a US class action has been possible in some cases in the past, especially if one was genuinely affected by a case outside the USA. In other cases, however, non-US citizens have been explicitly excluded from such proceedings, for example, with the remark on the lack of enforceability of a decision from a “US class action” through German courts. It always depends on the individual case and primarily concerns US law.
MeinMMO: What are the chances of success for this lawsuit?
Solmecke: As a German lawyer, I can hardly assess the chances of success of the lawsuit according to US law conclusively. However, American law is likely not to be entirely different from German law. And in German law, the chances are very good.
MeinMMO: What are the chances of success of a lawsuit regarding this issue in Germany?
Solmecke: A lawsuit of this kind could only be filed in Germany as a so-called individual lawsuit by a player. Here, the chances of success of a lawsuit would be quite good. After all, a specific characteristic of the item was promised, and only under these circumstances did players acquire it with real money. However, the item did not have the promised characteristic.
According to the provisions on digital products in the Civil Code (BGB), various claims due to a defect would be possible, such as subsequent performance, withdrawal, or damages. Furthermore, it would be possible to contest the contract due to a mistake about an essential characteristic and to get back one’s money.
MeinMMO: Thank you for the answers!
Activision Blizzard has only recently recovered from the major sexism scandal that has plagued the company for many months. The result was a hefty fine:
A popular feature in Pokémon GO is battling in raids. Now trainers are wishing for a feature from the main series games Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. We from MeinMMO will show you what it’s about and want to know your opinion on the idea.
What are raids? In Pokémon GO, trainers can not only catch monsters in the wild but also battle them in raids. Here, various raid bosses can be challenged at different difficulty levels. If you win the battle, you will receive, along with a variety of items and experience points, an encounter with the respective Pokémon.
Raids with legendary and mythical Pokémon as well as with Mega Evolutions are especially popular with players. However, it takes significant support from the community to defeat these. This often leads to problems. For this reason, some players are now wishing for a raid feature that exists in a similar form in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
What are Pokémon Scarlet and Violet? Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are two main series games of Pokémon that were released on November 18, 2022, for the Nintendo Switch. These are the first to feature the monsters of the 9th generation of games.
This new raid feature is desired by trainers
What problem is being addressed? If someone wants to secure a legendary or mythical Pokémon from the Level 5 raid or the new top raids, they usually need other trainers to help them with the fight. Most of these raid bosses cannot be tackled alone at all.
However, not every player can rely on a local community with which raids can be played together. This often leads to problems as some players are unable to secure the monsters and sometimes go empty-handed.
This is also the case for reddit user ighorlobianco, who openly addresses this issue in his post and wishes for a feature that allows solo play (via reddit.com)
He writes: “Would you do more raids if they could be done solo but with fewer rewards? I see so many raids that I can’t do due to a lack of people/community. If it were possible to play alone and only… get 10% of the rewards, I would give Niantic much more money.”
Pokémon GO: The strongest attackers of all types in the video
What is different in Scarlet and Violet? In the main series games Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, trainers can also participate in raid battles. Unlike in Pokémon GO, they have the possibility to train their monsters accordingly, thus creating a strong raid alone.
Here, trainers of the main games also do not have to forgo rewards, as ighorlobianco suggests for a similar feature in Pokémon GO. Such a feature in Pokémon GO would therefore spare trainers some trouble and also ease raids for solo players.
What is your opinion on such a raid feature?
But we also want to know from you what you think about a new raid feature. Would you forgo part of your rewards to complete difficult raids alone? Please vote anonymously in the following poll box and let us know your opinion in the comments:
How is the proposal received in the community?
Agreement from the community: The issue surrounding the more difficult raids bothers not only ighorlobianco. Many other players have also faced it multiple times and are wishing for a corresponding solution.
Many of them would be willing to forgo part of the rewards if they could secure the desired Pokémon without relying on other trainers. In the comments on reddit, the following statements can be found (via reddit.com):
flatmatt0: “Yes. The only rewards that really interest me are the Pokémon and the various candies and Mega Energy.”
mdmotlitor: “I feel the same way. The special candies are nice too, but in the end, I throw most of the revives and potions away that I receive anyway.”
alphafirestar: “Definitely. However, a ‘Start now’ option needs to be added. Waiting for the timer at a raid I want to play alone is terrible. That aside, I believe that the rewards could be adjusted to provide an incentive for various things, rather than just nerfing them. For example, you could get more special candies, stardust, and potions for solo raids, and more XL special candies, EXP, and TMs for group raids. The rewards could even change with different events.”
HundoHavlicek: “Yes, I would raid more. The rewards are quite useless at this point.”
Trainers use alternatives: However, there are also players who would not be willing to forgo part of the rewards just to play alone. Reddit user jonquil_dress also tackles his raids with the help of Poke Genie.
He writes (via reddit.com): “No, I would do less if the rewards were worse. Poke Genie lets me raid whenever a 5* is nearby.”
But some trainers also use Campfire to connect with other players for raids in Pokémon GO. However, they are not always in immediate proximity, which is why playing together is only possible with the help of Remote Raid Passes.
These were introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic to allow for remote raids. However, they are now only available for purchase with PokéCoins in the in-game shop.
What is Poke Genie? Poke Genie is an external app that allows you to host your own raids or join other trainers’ raids. Depending on how you want to get involved there, you will also need corresponding Remote Raid Passes.
Additionally, such external software is generally not welcomed by Niantic and violates their terms of use, so you should use this app at your own risk.
Do you also have the problem of not finding other players to raid with? Or do you have a solid local community that brings every raid boss to its knees? Would you even consider spending money on raid passes if they could be done solo? Let us know here at MeinMMO in the comments and share your thoughts with other trainers.
Not every MMORPG needs to be purchased or subscribed. There are numerous titles that you can play for free. MeinMMO presents the 15 best Free2Play MMORPGs.
The listed games are MMORPGs with different settings. All of them can be played on PC, some also on consoles and mobile.
The base game is free, but expansions or optional content may be subject to charges.
Additionally, the listing follows no specific order and says nothing about the rating of each game.
This list was originally published in March 2023 and was updated on February 7, 2024. Current links were added, the pro and con boxes were modified, and information about the games was supplemented.
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The Lord of the Rings Online
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Lord of the Rings Online: The next expansion is here, 14 YEARS after release! Watch the launch trailer here again
Developer: Standing Stone Games | Setting: Fantasy, Middle-earth | Release date: April 24, 2007 | Platform: PC, Steam
Pro
Huge game world in the style of Tolkien
Great atmosphere
Contra
Combat system can become monotonous quickly
Graphics are now outdated
What kind of game is this?The Lord of the Rings Online (LOTRO) or The Lord of the Rings Online (HdRO) is an MMORPG that brings you to Middle-earth. In addition to the well-known story from The Lord of the Rings, the game also tells its own stories and continues the well-known “big story”.
You choose your character from 5 races and 11 classes, with which you then explore the massive game world. There you encounter increasingly stronger monsters that are under the power of Sauron.
It is considered one of the most atmospheric MMORPGs of its generation and has been continuously developed with updates and patches for many years. Since the end of 2016, the team behind The Lord of the Rings Online has been independent and has promised to maintain the MMORPG for a long time, despite the new Lord of the Rings MMO from Amazon.
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
In Pokémon GO the dates for the Community Days of the next 3 months have been revealed. Additionally, the dates for 5 previously unknown events have been announced.
What has been revealed? The team of Pokémon GO revealed on February 6 the dates for a selection of upcoming events that you can expect in the coming weeks and months. Niantic does this so you can start planning for the future and possibly keep certain weekends free.
In this overview, we show you the dates so you can block them in your calendar if needed.
Update, 07.02.,16:50: The Pokeminers point out in a post that one date has already been postponed (via Twitter). The event on April 8 is now scheduled for April 9, Easter Sunday. We have adjusted this further down.
Dates for Community Days in March, April, and May 2023
When are the Community Days?
The next Community Day is on March 18 – That’s a Saturday
April 15 is a Saturday and also the date for a Community Day
A Community Day Classic will take place on Saturday, April 29
A Community Day will also start on Sunday, May 21
Which Pokémon are involved? The participating Pokémon have not yet been revealed by Niantic at this time. Only the dates are currently known. A few weeks before the respective events, the Pokémon should be revealed as usual.
Dates for the Upcoming Events in March, April, and May
When are the next events? If you are generally interested in events, then keep the following dates free:
Sunday, March 5
Saturday, March 11
Sunday, April 9
Sunday, April 23
Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28
What happens at the events? No further details have been shared by Niantic yet. While there are already speculations about the two-day event in May, there are no concrete indications yet. Trainers suspect that it might be the GO-Fest or a Safari Zone in May.
How do you like the outlook on the upcoming dates? In April 2023, you have at least one event day on every weekend. Boredom probably won’t arise. Do you think it’s good that Niantic is starting so many events in one month, or would you prefer a little event break in between?
In EVE Online, data plays an essential role. Jokingly, it is often referred to as “Tables in space” – Now the developers are turning the meme into reality and collaborating with Microsoft.
At the EVE Fanfest in May 2022, the developers CCP announced that there could be a future partnership with Microsoft. Players should then be able to export their in-game data to Excel spreadsheets.
The Excel meme becomes reality
CCP aims to make it easier for players without programming knowledge to keep track of the data-driven wars. According to Creative Director Bergur Finnbogason, many players are already using external tools to collect their data.
This add-in is not meant to replace these fantastic, player-developed tools, but rather to provide an additional option for users, which requires less programming knowledge to get started.
– CCP on Steam
What data is involved? It may involve general data or character-based information. For example, players track resource production, their account balance, or prices during trading. Having an overview is also beneficial in large wars. During “World War Bee 2”, ships worth 800,000 euros were destroyed.
Currently, they are looking for testers for the closed beta. At the end of the current posts on Steam, data enthusiasts among you can apply for it. Players will be selected to “reflect a broad range of capsuleers,” the developers explain.
There will also be multiple tests for which one can reapply. When the feature will come to the MMORPG is currently unclear.
Under the post on the Steam page of EVE Online, some players have commented. Some think it’s great, others say it’s too late, while others wonder if they now have to buy Excel and why a free program isn’t used.
We summarize some of the voices for you here:
Paracetamol dispenser: “This is really a great feature. Respect to the person who decided to develop it.”
Ahvena: “This would have been relevant 10 years ago.”
76561: “Now there are even more tables in a game about tables.”
Satan: “Do I now also have to buy Excel, although there are free programs available?”
LucasR: “No thanks, I don’t need another job.”
What do you think about the upcoming Excel feature in EVE Online? Feel free to let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO!
Which Nvidia graphics card for gaming? Which Nvidia graphics card is the best for Full HD, WQHD, or 4K? MeinMMO explains what you need to know when buying a GPU and which graphics card is best suited for you.
New Graphics Card: You want to buy a new graphics card and have already decided on Nvidia? In our guide, we explain what you need to consider when buying a graphics card and which Nvidia GPU is best suited for your system and preferences.
Beginners, Gamers, and Enthusiasts – Who Should Buy Which Graphics Card?
As of now (February 2023), there are 12 RTX graphics cards from Nvidia that you can buy for your system. Additionally, the GTX 1650 can also be considered as a 13th graphics card. Besides the RTX 3000 series, you can already switch to the RTX 4000 series since the end of 2022. All RTX cards offer features such as RayTracing and upscaling techniques like DLSS.
Beginners (Full HD)
Which graphics card for Full HD? For beginners playing in Full HD, the RTX 3060 Ti is currently the best price-performance recommendation. It offers enough power for high frame rates and also sufficient reserves for future top games.
An option for a smaller budget would be the RTX 3060, but it offers about 25% less performance at Full HD. In many games, the RTX 3060 easily achieves 60 FPS and offers plenty of potential thanks to DLSS.
Even cheaper is the RTX 3050, but you have to compromise on details in current titles. In the cheaper models, the RTX 3050 and RTX 3060, RayTracing is also only a limited option.
We would rather advise you to go for the RTX 3060 Ti right away since you will have more reserves for future games and options for RayTracing in the long term.
Which graphics card for Full HD 144Hz? If you want to play in Full HD with 144 Hz or are primarily active in WQHD, we recommend the GeForce RTX 3070, which is one of the best graphics cards under 500 euros. The RTX 3070 Ti costs 100 euros more, but it only offers 4-6% more performance and is therefore only a conditional recommendation.
Another option upwards would be the GeForce RTX 3080 (to the test overview). Currently, market prices start at 800 euros, but you then have enough reserves if you are interested in 4K gaming in the long term.
Moreover, you should keep in mind that the new GeForce RTX 4070 is expected to be released in 2023. This could also become an interesting option for gamers who mainly play in WQHD.
The GeForce RTX 3080 remains a good option for many gamers.
Enthusiasts (WQHD or 4K)
Which graphics card for 4K 60hz? If you want to play at 4K with stable 60 FPS, we recommend the GeForce RTX 4080. It is currently the second fastest graphics card from Nvidia and is about 20% ahead of the RTX 3090. Prices start at 1,250 euros, but you get the complete feature package from Nvidia.
The more expensive alternative is the GeForce RTX 4090, but it costs at least 1,800 euros and is therefore not recommended at this time.
A more affordable option for 4K is still the RTX 3080, as the Ti version of the RTX 3080 costs exactly as much as the RTX 4080. Thanks to upscaling technologies like DLSS, high and stable frame rates at 4K are also easily achievable.
Before buying a graphics card, you should already consider a few thoughts. Otherwise, you will pay a lot of money and regret the expensive investment. Or you will regret it because your new GPU is too weak and you’ll need to buy another one in two years.
How much money do I want to spend on the system?
Screen resolution
Refresh rate
Space and Power Supply
Raytracing and DLSS
Which games?
Budget Consideration
From the beginning, you should be sure of how much money you want to spend on your system. Because the finished PC consists not only of a graphics card but also of the processor, RAM, and other components. If you combine a high-end graphics card with a beginner processor, you will lose a lot of performance.
Screen Resolution
At what resolution do you currently play, and what does it look like for you in the future? The resolution impacts how much performance you need. The higher the resolution, the more pixels your graphics card has to calculate, and the harder your GPU has to work. The most common resolutions are:
Full HD (1,920×1,080)
WQHD (2,560×1,440)
4K (3,840×2,160)
Refresh Rate (FPS)
Also important is how many FPS you want to play. 60 FPS is the absolute minimum we would recommend for gaming in 2023. Many games, like shooters, do not look smooth under 60 FPS. The more FPS you want to display, the more performance you need.
A high resolution combined with high FPS requires a significantly faster graphics card than if you only want to play at Full HD with 60 FPS.
Space and Performance
Every graphics card needs space in the computer. Additionally, the power supply must be strong enough. Pay attention to this before purchase, otherwise, you will buy a graphics card that is too large for your case or you will need to buy a stronger power supply later. This can also affect your budget.
You will find important information in the manual of your case, such as the maximum size of the graphics card.
Raytracing and DLSS
Since the GeForce RTX 2000 series, Nvidia graphics cards have offered Raytracing and DLSS. Regarding Raytracing, Nvidia graphics cards currently still offer better performance than the competition from AMD.
With FSR, AMD also offers an alternative to Nvidia’s DLSS, where Nvidia currently still has a slight edge.
Which games do you want to play?
Be aware of which games you want to play. If you only play indie games or classics from 10 years ago, you do not need a high-end graphics card. However, if you want to play competitive shooters or current top titles, then you cannot go without a good and fast model.
More Questions: FAQ About Nvidia Graphics Cards
Do I have to buy a graphics card?
Yes, if you want to play regularly, you need a graphics card.
What Nvidia graphics cards are there?
As of now (February 2023), there are 12 graphics cards. They are divided into the GeForce RTX 3000 series and GeForce RTX 4000 series.
Which graphics card from Nvidia is the strongest?
The GeForce RTX 4090. It is currently the fastest (and most expensive) graphics card from Nvidia for gamers.
What is the best graphics card from Nvidia in 2023?
The GeForce RTX 3080. It is not the fastest graphics card from Nvidia at the moment, but it provides the best overall package of performance and efficiency for playing in Full HD, WQHD, or 4K.
Can Nvidia graphics cards do Raytracing?
Yes, starting from the GeForce RTX 2000 series, Nvidia GPUs can do Raytracing.
Which Nvidia graphics card under 600 euros?
The GeForce RTX 3070. Here you get enough performance for high resolutions and fast FPS rates. There are still reserves for 4K as well.
Which Nvidia graphics card under 250 euros?
The GTX 1650. If you want to save money and forgo features like Raytracing, you can opt for the GTX 1650.
More on the topic of graphics cards: If you are generally interested in the differences between AMD and Nvidia, take a look at the following article. Here we explain the similarities and differences between the two chip manufacturers and reveal how important the differences still are today:
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In FIFA 23, the Future Stars event is approaching. To get you in the mood for the new promo, EA Sports has already introduced tokens that can bring you rewards. Here, you will learn about the tokens that exist and how to obtain them.
What is Future Stars in FIFA 23? Future Stars has become a staple of the FUT season in recent years. The event revolves around young, talented players who receive extremely strong cards that are meant to represent their potential.
In recent years, for example, strong cards were available for players like Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr., Florian Wirtz, or Erling Haaland. Often, the Future Stars align with the top talents of FIFA 23’s career mode.
Now, even before the start of Future Stars, EA has already introduced new tokens that can be exchanged for strong rewards.
Where can I find the tokens? You can find the tokens in various locations in FUT. Among others, they can be found in:
Special SBCs
Tasks
Weekly Goals
Or in the FUT Shop
What do the tokens bring? Gathered tokens are meant to be exchanged in special SBCs (Squad Building Challenges) for rewards. We will show you the complete reward overview further down.
Agyei – Task Player Future Stars Academy – expires on 16.03.2023
How many tokens will there be? According to EA, there will be a total of 30 tokens available for you to collect. The tokens have been in the game since January 30 and will appear spread out over the next few weeks.
What prizes are there? The rewards for the event are as follows. However, note that you will not be able to use the tokens for all rewards. So you need to pay close attention to which rewards you are claiming.
For 27 tokens: Prime Icon Player Choice (3 options)
For 25 tokens: 2x x10-Pack (85+)
For 20 tokens: Mid Icon George Best
For 15 tokens: x10-Pack (85+)
For 15 tokens: 87+ Winter Wildcard, Centurions or Future Stars Player Choice (3 options)
For 10 tokens: Player Moments Coutinho (88)
For 5 tokens: Base Icon Zola (85)
For 3 tokens: Future Stars Team 1 Set
For 2 tokens: x11-Pack (81+)
Many players may hope that the new Future Stars cards will be found in packs more frequently than the TOTY cards. How hard it is to get a TOTY can be seen here:
The Elder Scrolls Online will do some things differently in 2023. Instead of the usual 4 content updates, there will only be three this time. However, the focus will be more on smaller adjustments and a major highlight: the new class Arcanist. We at MeinMMO will tell you everything you need to know about the expansion Necrom and the contents for 2023.
What does ESO bring in 2023?
The year starts with the DLC Scribes of Fate, which brings two new dungeons with a normal and a veteran mode. With the update, the saga “Shadows over Morrowind” will begin, which will run throughout the year. Scribes of Fate will be released on March 13 for PC and on March 28 for Xbox and PlayStation.
On June 5, the expansion Necrom will be released for PC, offering 30 hours of new story content, two new areas, and the previously announced new class Arcanist, which will be available on June 20 for PlayStation and Xbox.
In the third quarter, there will be an update focusing on player convenience and bug fixes.
In the course of the article, we will introduce the updates, the contents of the expansion, and the new class in more detail. We have also embedded the cinematic for Necrom here:
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The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom – Cinematic
In Necrom, you work with a Daedric Prince
What is the expansion about? Necrom revolves around the Daedric Prince Hermaeus Mora. Together with him, players will investigate a mysterious threat. Deep in the heart of the city of the dead, you must uncover lost knowledge and shift between realities to expose a conspiracy powerful enough to threaten both Nirn and the realm of oblivion.
Along the way, you will encounter many old acquaintances, including the Morag Tong assassin Naryu. But the new and powerful Dark Elf Leramil the Wise will also play a role. In addition to the main story, there will once again be numerous side quests. A total of 30 hours of story content are planned.
Gameplay will occur in two different areas:
The Telvanni Peninsula on the east coast of Morrowind.
The Apocrypha, an area in the realm of oblivion.
Both will be released together with the expansion named after the capital of the peninsula – Necrom – which could already be accessed in The Elder Scrolls: Arena. The areas will bring new vaults, public dungeons, and world bosses.
New raid, new companions, new sets – This is what Necrom includes
What does the expansion contain besides story and areas?
There are two new companions, as has been the case since Blackwood. The Rothwardon Arcanist Azandar al-Cybiades and the Argonian guardian Torn-as-the-Night.
There will be 10 new item sets, new antiquities, new collectibles, and new achievements and titles in the game.
The Arcanist relies on a brand new mechanic and can take on any role
What kind of class is it? The Arcanist is the seventh class in ESO and relies on powerful abilities from the realm of oblivion. It utilizes offensive, defensive, and restorative magic.
The uniqueness of the class is the new mechanic Crux, a kind of combo system. Crux is generated when you use certain abilities of the Arcanist. Other abilities, in turn, consume Crux. The more Crux you collect before consuming it, the more powerful the ability becomes.
The class offers three skill lines:
Sealer of the Tome focuses on damage.
Curative Rune Forms provide abilities to shield, heal, or transport yourself or allies with a portal.
Apocryphal Soldier is the tank line. Here, you can draw aggro to yourself and strengthen your defenses.
This makes the new class very flexible. However, you will need the new expansion to play the Arcanist.
On reddit, players have compiled the first gameplay scenes of the Arcanist from the developer livestream:
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