Overwatch 2 locks another hero, because you find really creative exploits

Overwatch 2 has once again removed a hero from the game. Massive exploits have resulted in Mei disappearing from the game for now.

In Overwatch 2, it has become a running gag that something in the game is not functioning correctly. Almost continuously, certain heroes or maps are locked. The last patch brought Bastion and Torbjörn back for competitive play – but now the next hero has been removed from the game. Mei has been hit hard, she is no longer playable.

Why was Mei locked? In the Overwatch 2 subreddit, some videos have been circulating for days explaining what is going on with Mei and why she can currently cause massive problems. Mei is capable of performing significant exploits when interacting with other heroes.

This looked something like this: In the spawn room, Mei places an ice wall directly under herself, pressing her completely into the wall and the ceiling of the room. A second player then uses Kiriko to teleport directly to Mei. Kiriko often ended up “outside” the room and in an area that no player should enter. This allowed Kiriko to go “under the map”. An example can be seen in this clip:

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Especially creative exploiters then took advantage of this to switch to another hero in Kiriko’s “spawn area”, such as Symmetra. Symmetra was then able to place her turrets below the map. The turrets could fire from there and damage players above, but no one could destroy the turrets.

Similar drastic exploits could also be found with other heroes, which likely prompted Blizzard to temporarily remove Mei from the game altogether.

What does this mean for balance? Without Mei, Overwatch 2 is missing an important DPS character who also brought a lot of utility with her. Mei’s ice wall could stifle many ultimates, and her primary weapon is the nightmare for Genji, who is currently going a bit out of control and will also be nerfed soon. The absence of one of his natural counters only makes it more difficult to play against him.

When will Mei return? At least the date for Mei’s return has already been set. Mei is expected to return on November 15, 2022, when the next scheduled patch for Overwatch 2 is due.

So enjoy the two weeks during which Mei won’t be pummeling you with her frost spray – or mourn her when she can no longer save you from the charging Reinhardt.

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Steam hit Myth of Empires is said to have been stolen from the survival king ARK – Expert accuses the creators heavily

After the creators of ARK: Survival Evolved raised allegations against the studio behind Myth of Empires at the end of last year, Myth of Empires was removed from Steam. Since then, the studios have been battling it out in court. An independent expert has now heavily incriminated Angela Game, the developers of Myth of Empires.

What is the lawsuit about? ARK developers Wildcard Studios argue that the creators of Myth of Empires stole their source code. They then allegedly used this code to develop their own survival game. The plagiarism allegations are particularly serious because both games are direct competitors.

The developers of Myth of Empires maintain their innocence and claim to hold all rights to their game, but an investigation by the Steam platform came to a different conclusion: Myth of Empires disappeared from the Steam store just two weeks after its release. Earlier this year, the lawsuit was filed: ARK Survival Evolved sues Steam rival, raising serious allegations.

The ARK developers achieved an initial success with their “DMCA takedown.” However, they did not want to be satisfied with that, especially because the opposing side is alleged to have used their source code. In the meantime, Myth of Empires continues to assert its innocence. As they could no longer distribute their game via Steam, they resorted to a trick: Thanks to their own launcher, Myth of Empires is still available for purchase.

Check out the trailer for ARK 2 here – The game is set to release in 2023.

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Independent Expert Confirms Serious Allegation

What did the expert testify? In the course of the ongoing court proceedings, an independent expert was appointed. Both sides, i.e., the creators of ARK and those behind Myth of Empires, agreed on Robert Zeidman. Zeidman is recognized as an expert in software analysis and forensics and also works as a consultant.

In court proceedings in the USA, it is quite common for both plaintiffs and defendants to have a say when it comes to matters such as the selection of experts or the jury.

Zeidman’s report now reveals that Angela Game “copied substantial parts of the source code from ARK” to use it for Myth of Empires. Furthermore, there were “attempts on the part of the Myth of Empires creators to conceal their plagiarism” by obscuring the code.

What happens next in the case? The developers of ARK: Survival Evolved have achieved an initial victory thanks to the expert opinion. It is unlikely that Myth of Empires will be listed in the Steam store again anytime soon.

Angela Game has now lost their previous legal counsel. The lawyers have resigned as the studio failed to pay the attorney fees. The creators of Myth of Empires, meanwhile, have hired a new legal team and hope to turn the trial in their favor.

Myth of Empires is still available through its own website. The legal dispute is far from over. It is likely that there will be a hearing soon.

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PSVR2: Sony announces price and release date of the VR headset for PS5

Sony has finally revealed the price and release date for PSVR2. MeinMMO explains what you can expect. We will also introduce you to the two editions that you can purchase.

Sony announced the price and release of PSVR2 in the official blog post. After the price of the DualSense Edge shocked many gamers, they have now also introduced the price for the new VR headset.

Sony has introduced two different editions for PSVR2. In addition, there will be a charging station for the special controllers of PSVR2 available for order just in time for the release.

PSVR2 will be released in February 2023 and costs 600 Euros

When is PSVR2 coming out? The device for the PS5 is officially scheduled for release on February 22, 2023.

What will it cost?

  • The price in Germany is 599.99 Euros, which is higher than the entry price of the predecessor model.
  • There will also be an edition with the exclusive game “Horizon Call of the Mountain”. Here, the price is 649.99 Euros. Included are the hardware and the game.
  • You will have to pay 49.99 Euros for the controller charging station.

What is included in the price? The price includes the VR headset, two controllers, and headphones.

How much is the price? For the predecessor model of the PS4, the price was 399.99 Euros. However, Sony later reduced the RRP to 299.99 Euros. The price has roughly doubled compared to the predecessor model.

Whether Sony will lower the price again later, as they did with the predecessor, is still unknown. This will certainly depend on the success of the new system. PSVR2 will definitely not be backward compatible with old VR games.

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VR technology could become increasingly important for PC and PS5 in 2023

VR may play a significant role in the future and is becoming increasingly interesting for many players. A great example of this is the VR MMORPG Zenith: The Last City. This game was shortly overrun after release because everyone wanted to try the VR technology. In the meantime, the game has received several major updates, and the servers are running stable again. Nevertheless, the developers were surprised by the influx.

Didn’t get a PS5? If you haven’t received a PS5, it’s best to check our ticker. Here we keep you updated daily and explain how to best get a PS5 and show you drops around the coveted console.

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Father of Diablo says he would have taken a different path at Immortal and Part 4 – now advises the competition

David Brevik invented Diablo. However, some time ago he left Blizzard, the studio behind Diablo. In an interview, Brevik explains how he feels about the latest entry Diablo Immortal and the upcoming Diablo 4.

Who is the “father of Diablo”?

  • David Brevik worked on Diablo 1 and Diablo 2 in the 90s and 2000s. He was head of Blizzard North until it was fully merged with the parent company.
  • Together with Erich and Max Schaefer Brevik basically invented loot in video games as we know it today.
  • In 2003, Brevik left Blizzard completely and later said, Blizzard is dead to me. Now the icon speaks out about the current state and the future of the games he created.
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This is what Brevik says: In an interview with PCGamesN, Brevik talks about the development of Diablo since he left Blizzard. After he left, Diablo 3 and Diablo Immortal were released, and Diablo 4 is currently in development. When asked about the controversy surrounding Diablo Immortal, Brevik says:

“Well, that’s not the direction I would have taken. But I have no choice. I left Blizzard and it’s their IP; they can take any path they want.”

Although Brevik does not explain which path he would have taken, he states that comparing it to his works is always difficult:

It’s always tricky when people compare Diablo today with Diablo 2. First, they tend to see Diablo 2 through rose-tinted glasses. This makes it hard to compare a new product to something that people remember so fondly.

Secondly, games have changed significantly in the last 20 years and a few squashes. Competition, the number of products, maturity of the industry, education of gaming theory, all sorts of factors make it harder to create something groundbreaking.

Especially the route of Diablo Immortal with microtransactions is one that Brevik would not have chosen. However, from his point of view, it has not led to a decline in hype around Diablo 4.

See gameplay for 3 of the 5 classes from Diablo 4 that you can play at release:

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“I think they have done a great job”

According to Brevik, Blizzard games still have a “fanatical and dedicated” fanbase. The father of Diablo even praises Blizzard for what the studio has made out of his legacy:

“I think [Blizzard] has done a great job with Diablo, and I look forward to the new products in the IP […] People love [Diablo] and the stories. Diablo 3 has changed a lot since launch and has a huge following. Millions of people have played and loved Diablo 3. And they even seem to like Diablo Immortal. Although there are inconsistencies with the business model, the game seems to be doing well.”

However, Brevik does not reveal in the interview what exactly he would have done differently.

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What is Brevik doing now? Brevik has taken on a new role as a consultant at XD Inc., the makers of Torchlight: Infinite. Torchlight is a competing product to Diablo in the more quirky steampunk setting, and Infinite is the direct mobile competitor to Diablo Immortal.

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The most complex simulation of a fantasy world comes to Steam after 20 years – so deep that cats die

“Dwarf Fortress” is considered one of the most complex games ever and comes to Steam after 20 years of development. The game is programmed so deeply that even cats can die in curious ways. The community on Reddit is excited about the remake of the game.

What game is it? The game is Dwarf Fortress. The player builds a fortress and ensures that their civilization of dwarves survives. The game features a huge game world, full of various civilizations, creatures, and cultures.

The game was developed by two brothers, Tarn Adams and Zach Adams. They started working on the game in 2003. Now, nearly 20 years later, the game is getting a makeover and will launch on Steam on December 6, 2022.

Here you can see the announcement trailer for Steam of Dwarf Fortress. In this, you can see how the graphics have changed compared to the original:

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“Prepare yourself for the deepest and most complicated world simulator ever created”.

The player takes care of their fortress and must ensure that their civilization is equipped with sufficient resources. The dwarves need food and beer, and the player must fulfill their wishes to keep them happy.

However, the fortress is also attacked by other civilizations, wild animals, or the dead.

The game world has been built so complexly that the smallest details have been programmed into it. In an interview with PCGamer, one of the developers told a curious story about the cats in Dwarf Fortress and explained a mysterious cat death phenomenon that occurred in the game in 2015:

Taverns were integrated into the game where the dwarves drank alcohol. Some of the liquid spilled from the drinking vessels onto the floor. Cats entering the taverns ended up getting alcohol in their fur.

The developer continued: “And then I also wanted to implement grooming elements when people bathe […] Cats lick and groom themselves, and when I got them to groom themselves, I thought to myself:

‘Well, it’s a cat. When they lick themselves, they take back what they wipe off, right? They make hairballs, so they must swallow something, right?’ And so the cats became drunk as they licked the alcohol off their feet. Because they drank.”

As a result of the high alcohol consumption, the cats became sick, vomited all over the tavern, and died.

“Damn, it’s about time.”

How does the community react to the Steam announcement trailer? The Steam trailer was posted on Reddit. The community reacts enthusiastically to the news.

  • missingpiece believes: “Damn, it’s about time. Dwarf Fortress is one of those “legendary games” that deserve a place in the Steam library. One of those games that are not suitable for 99% of people, but will still be “overwhelmingly positive” because it’s so great for that 1%.”
  • Cotterbot said: “I played this game years ago, I only managed to dig in hell once, and even had a handful of times a somewhat successful colony. I will buy it even if I never open it. It’s such a passionate project that I have to support with my money.”
  • The DiscoShark wrote: “My most anticipated release of the year. I played the original version a lot years ago, but I’ve held back since the Steam version was announced with a new user interface. I’m looking forward to getting back into it.”

When will Dwarf Fortress be available on Steam? On December 6, 2022, the remake of Dwarf Fortress will come to Steam. Besides the improved graphics, the game will also have a soundtrack.

Unlike the original game back then, the Steam version will include a tutorial that helps players get into the complex game.

What do you think about the Steam release of Dwarf Fortress? Feel free to write it in the comments.

In 2023, a game in the “Lord of the Rings” universe will be released, where you set out as dwarves to reclaim Moria.

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Lost Ark: New Twitch Drops give you exclusive Pet – Here’s how to get it

Since November 1, there are new Twitch Drops in Lost Ark again. This time, they come with a real highlight in the form of a colorful bird. We from MeinMMO will tell you how to get the exclusive pet.

What does Lost Ark give you? The new Twitch Drops involve really great gifts that the game is distributing this time. If you watch one of the participating streamers long enough, you can receive the following useful items:

  • 1,000 Amethyst Shards
  • A legendary selection chest to improve your relationship with NPCs
  • One of three exclusive new pets that you can only get through the drops

The three new Helgaia pets were created in collaboration between Lost Ark, Adobe, and streamer DatModz. They are the already known Helgaia birds, but in completely new and colorful colors.

How do you get the drops? To unlock the gifts, you must watch an approved creator’s stream for a total of 4 hours between November 1 and November 29. You can easily check whether the respective streamer has activated the drops.

A message should appear in the chat that the streamer has activated the gifts. A click on your profile picture in the top right will also bring up a display that shows you the percentage of the requirement you have already completed.

Participating streamers include DatModz, Plushys, BobaJenny, CuteDog_, Anhthu, KanonXO, Saintone, and ZealsAmbition.

One of the three new birds is given as a pet

How to link your account and get the drops

What do you need to do beforehand? To receive Twitch Drops, you must first link your “Lost Ark” account with your Twitch account. You can do this directly through the game’s official website playlostark.com.

Scroll down a bit there and press the large purple button labeled “Log in with Twitch.” Then simply follow the on-screen instructions until all 3 listed points are completed.

You can also link your account via Twitch. To do this, go to the current drops list on Twitch, find the Lost Ark drops, and start the linking from that page. The result is the same, though.

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Once that’s done, you can simply watch one of the streamers and collect your rewards. You have until November 29 to do this, after which the Twitch Drops will expire again.

Help, I completed the drops but do not receive any gifts: Sometimes it may happen that you have earned and collected the drops, but you have not received them in the game yet. It usually helps if you simply switch characters or log in again.

You will receive your gifts via the in-game mail function in Lost Ark itself.

What do you think of the new drops? Are you excited about the pets that can provide your island with cookies? Feel free to let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO.

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Guy runs to Activision’s studio after a “false” permanent ban in CoD MW2 – Actually gets answers

A player of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 shares his story about an allegedly false ban in the shooter. Frustrated that he can’t talk to anyone about the ban, he heads to the Activision office in Texas, USA. Although he only makes it to security, he actually gets some answers – and sparks a heated debate.

Shortly after the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, there are many reports of false bans in the game. Players complain that they paid a lot of money, only to be banned permanently right away.

Such reports should always be taken with caution. It is very rarely possible to trace what the banned players have done or are hiding.

In this case, the player clarified on Reddit: He has never cheated, never behaved improperly. He just wants to talk to someone about the ban after already paying $140 for 2 game versions (via reddit.com).

For this reason, he made his way to an Activision studio in Austin, Texas/USA and even got answers about his ban story. However, there are now discussions about whether the whole action was appropriate or a bit too intrusive.

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Player seeks information about ban – discussion about the visit ignites

When the Reddit user “PlumContent” arrived at the studio, a security officer intercepted him directly in the parking lot. He writes that he politely asked the officer to explain his situation to someone in the studio, in hopes of getting answers to his questions about the ban.

According to the report, that worked as well. The security officer reportedly went into the studio, spoke with an employee who seemed to know more about the situation, and returned with answers:

There are currently only a few people here, and it may take a few weeks before the false bans are clarified.

PlumContent adds that the security officer advised him not to get too upset over a game and to remain patient. However, the thread creator says it is very frustrating for him that he couldn’t even talk to someone on the phone about it.

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What are the reactions like? They are very mixed, as already shown in the first comment discussion in the thread on Reddit. The first comment reads: “You are a hero.” Below that, the user “RandomJPG6” writes – “No, he is not.”

Here, two worlds collide – on one hand, the players with their limited options to get direct responses from the developers. On the other hand, representatives of the industry who feel threatened by such “visits”.

For example, the founder of the employee organization “ABetterABK” commented on Twitter about the topic, Jessica Gonzales:

https://twitter.com/_TechJess/status/1587487459566178304

Tweet translation: “Don’t start solo campaigns against customer service employees, they have NOTHING to do with your account ban. If you support such behavior, then **** yourself.”

On the industry side, some such statements can be found. They clearly say that such actions are not okay, and some feel threatened by these “direct inquiries” as well.

@theopholus writes: “I have worked in call centers. That would definitely be a reason for me to call the police if someone showed up to confront our employees.

It would have absolutely been a reason to involve law enforcement if someone had shown up to confront one of our employees. […] Don’t harass the people on the front lines – try approaching a supervisor who has authority” (via twitter.com).

On Reddit, a different picture emerges. Many comments are from players, some of whom are even banned themselves. Comments like:

  • Not all heroes wear capes
  • I appreciate what you did.
  • Absolute legend.

Leave your opinion on the topic and discuss with the community. What do you say about the action? How do you proceed when customer service from your Internet provider couldn’t help?

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On the industry side, some such statements can be found. They clearly say that such actions are not okay, and some feel threatened by these “direct inquiries” as well.

@theopholus writes: “I have worked in call centers. That would definitely be a reason for me to call the police if someone showed up to confront our employees.

It would have absolutely been a reason to involve law enforcement if someone had shown up to confront one of our employees. […] Don’t harass the people on the front lines – try approaching a supervisor who has authority” (via twitter.com).

On Reddit, a different picture emerges. Many comments are from players, some of whom are even banned themselves. Comments like:

  • Not all heroes wear capes
  • I appreciate what you did.
  • Absolute legend.

Leave your opinion on the topic and discuss with the community. What do you say about the action? How do you proceed when customer service from your Internet provider couldn’t help?

If you’d rather read about what’s currently happening in Modern Warfare 2, then check it out here: CoD MW2: Players shot themselves for crazy trick shots almost to the moon – horrible, beautiful, and unfortunately fixed

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Twitch streamers are angry about LoL – Riot has chosen the wrong one to show the most important game of 2022

On November 5, the grand final of the League of Legends World Championship will take place in San Francisco. For all fans who cannot be there in person, the Worlds will be streamed live by 5 streamers in 4 languages. However, not everyone is happy with Riot’s selection of co-streamers and expresses strong criticism.

Which streamers are involved? As Riot announced on November 1, 5 streamers will cover the Worlds in 4 different languages: Feng “Rita” Yu in Chinese, “Sangho” and “MinGyo” in Korean, Ibai Llanos in Spanish and “Sykkuno” in English.

However, especially the choice of Sykkuno has caused much discontent among fans and streamers of LoL. They apparently think that others would have deserved the role more.

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Sykkuno’s selection “disappointing and disrespectful”

Why are people upset? After the selection of co-streamers was announced on Twitter on November 1, criticism quickly poured in. Especially the choice of YouTuber Sykkuno apparently does not sit well with many.

LoL commentator and former professional player Marc Robert “Caedrel” Lamont shared his opinion in a separate post on Twitter. He described it as a “huge slap in the face” for all content creators in LoL who are passionately involved in the e-sports scene.

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Micaiyla, the partner of perhaps the most famous troll in LoL, Tyler “Tyler1” Steinkamp and herself a long-time member of the community, called the selection “disappointing and disrespectful”. Instead, the spot of Sykkuno should have gone to someone who primarily streams LoL (via Twitter).

Many accused Riot of wanting to reach a broader audience with their selection and neglecting the LoL community in the process. The “pile of money” that Riot would pay to the streamers should instead be invested in e-sports, said a Twitter user (via Twitter).

Sykkuno defends himself, says it’s not about the money

How does Sykkuno respond? In a stream on November 1, Sykkuno reacted to the criticism. The YouTuber said he could understand why many people were dissatisfied, but wanted to provide a bit more context.

You can watch Sykkuno’s response here in English:

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This is how the offer came about: Sykkuno explained that Riot contacted him and asked if he would like to watch and stream the Worlds. For him, it just sounded like fun; he did not even know that it was such a big deal for some.

This is how Sykkuno views the critics: For Sykkuno, the critics fall into 3 categories: people who are angry at Riot, people who are angry at him because they don’t like him, and people who are angry because they would like to stream the Worlds themselves.

Regarding the first and last groups, Sykkuno showed some understanding. However, he explained that the latter should simply say that they want to stream the Worlds without dragging him into it.

Regarding the people in the second group, Sykkuno said he couldn’t do much; they would always be angry, no matter what he does.

The YouTuber emphasized, however, that money played no role in his agreement:

Do you know how many zeros were in the offer? Do you know how many zeros they offered me? They offered me one zero, because I’m doing it for free… that’s exactly one zero.

Sykkuno

The YouTuber actually didn’t want to say much more about the situation. He is still looking forward to the Worlds and hopes his fans will also have fun with it.

What do you think of the selection of co-streamers? Would you rather have seen a Tyler1 on the list? Who would you wish for as a German co-streamer? Feel free to leave us a comment with your opinion.

Also taking part in the Worlds 2022 is the legendary South Korean professional Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok:

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Players in Destiny 2 agree: The best DLC is not Forsaken and there’s a reason for that  

Destiny 2 has been around for many years. The game itself and its already released DLCs are often a topic in the community. This time, there is a discussion about which DLC was the best, and Forsaken is not it for a specific reason.

The best DLC is supposed to be another one: In Destiny 2, there have been many smaller expansions at the beginning. These were not very successful and forced the loot shooter to rethink. For this reason, the Guardians were given four major DLCs, which are named as follows:

  • Forsaken
    • Release: September 2018
  • Shadowkeep
    • Release: October 2019
  • Beyond Light
    • Release: November 2020
  • The Witch Queen
    • Release: February 2022

While many Guardians would now bet on Forsaken when it comes to the best DLC, players on reddit agree and clearly say: The Witch Queen is the winner. Why Savathûn is winning, however, has a clear reason.

The Witch Queen offers what players are looking for – Difficulty 

Some Guardians will most likely jump up now and wonder why the Witch Queen is better. There is a very good reason for this, and that is the story. More so, it is the difficulty and its implementation.

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Savathûn could not hide from her executioners forever

On reddit, the user KeybirdYT shares his thoughts and states that the Witch Queen is the best DLC thanks to its challenging campaign. However, it is not just KeybirdYT who thinks this. The post enjoys a total of 4,800 upvotes (as of November 2, 2022) with much support.

Meanwhile, reddit user SunshineInDetroit says: “I love how the legendary campaign scaled more challenging in a fireteam.” But not only that. The implementation of difficulty has also been praised. The most challenging activities in Destiny 2 have champion enemies added to be difficult.

These are not only annoying but restrict you in your loadout. You need specific weapon mods to stop, disrupt, or penetrate these with specific weapons. Guardians had therefore feared before the release that Bungie would fill the story with these champions to make it difficult, but that was not the case.

Therefore, reddit user S1a3h says: “I really liked that they also did it without champions. It felt good to just use what I felt like using instead of: ‘Whatever you want, but only these 3 weapon types.'”

Forsaken is still a prime example: Nevertheless, we must not overlook what Forsaken has shown the Guardians, namely a variety of new activities. Never before has the loot shooter been provided with so many cool modes at once that even the Guardians enjoyed. These include Gambit, the Forge, the Black Armory, and the Menagerie.

There are many positive changes to be noted in the individual DLCs that make each expansion unique. It remains to be seen whether Lightfall or even Final Shape will take the step to adopt all positive aspects and offer the Guardians an overall experience they dream of.

What do you think of this opinion? Do you agree and also find that Witch Queen was the strongest DLC? Let us know in the comments!

Do you also know the most beautiful emblem in Destiny 2? It is only awarded by a streamer, and the community does not like that at all.

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CoD MW2: The best settings for high FPS on PC

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a hardcore PvP shooter where every millisecond counts. That’s why you’ll find the best settings for more FPS on PC at MeinMMO.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 excites fans worldwide with its high level of detail and how realistic it looks. Accordingly, many will certainly find it difficult to tone down the breathtaking graphical splendor.

If you want to get the best possible FPS from the shooter, this is a necessary evil. Also, many pros play first-person shooters on low settings and consciously do without graphical splendor.

Therefore, we will show you what the best graphics settings for high FPS in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 on PC are.

With one click, you can go directly to the desired section of the article:

Where do our information come from? We have watched several guides and YouTube videos for you and tested the settings on the PC for you.

Important: However, please keep in mind that your personal taste and habits play a significant role here. Accordingly, it is possible that some of these suggestions may not appeal to you.

The most important settings for high FPS

Why should I adjust my graphics settings at all? As with other games, the principle for CoD: Modern Warfare 2 is basically: the lower the graphics settings, the better the performance. Therefore, if you want to improve this, it is definitely worth taking a look at the settings.

You can find all important information about the latest Call of Duty briefly and succinctly in this article:

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Display Settings

If you open the graphics settings, you will first land on the display tab. In this tab, you can already make some of the most fundamental settings for high FPS.

OptionSetting for best FPS
Display ModeExclusive Fullscreen Mode
Refresh RateYour monitor’s Hertz count
Dynamic ResolutionOff
V-Sync (Game)Off
V-Sync (Menu)Off
Custom Frame Rate LimitGameplay: maximum FPS, Menu: 100 FPS
Brightness55
The best display settings for high FPS.

Quality Settings

Now we move on to the quality settings. In these, you can make numerous pre-settings. As a general rule, you should also choose the options that best correspond with your GPU.

OptionSetting for best FPS
Quality PresetsBalanced
Render Resolution100
AntialiasingSMAA T2X
Antialiasing QualityLow
Texture ResolutionLow
Anisotropic Texture FilterHigh
Detail Level CloseLow
Detail Level DistantLow
Particle QualityLow
Particle Quality LevelLow
Shader QualityLow
TessellationOff
Terrain MemoryMax
Texture Streaming on DemandOff
Streaming QualityLow
Volumetric QualityLow
Delayed Physics QualityLow
Shadow Map ResolutionLow or Very Low
Ambient OcclusionOff
The best quality settings for high FPS

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View Settings

Now we come to the last relevant settings if you want to improve your performance. However, these settings are very personal, so you can customize them according to your own preferences. Our details are therefore recommendations.

OptionSetting for best FPS
Field of View (FOV)120
Render Resolution100
Aiming Field of ViewAffected
Weapon Field of ViewWide
Texture ResolutionLow
Anisotropic Texture FilterHigh
Detail Level CloseLow
Detail Level DistantLow
Third Person View80
Vehicle Field of ViewStandard
Camera Movement First Person View50 %
Camera Movement Third Person View50 %
The best view settings for high FPS

This is what the individual settings are about

Display Settings

Display Mode: If you choose the exclusive fullscreen mode here, the game will be assigned most of your system’s resources. For high FPS and the best latency, we recommend selecting this mode. Windowed mode is only worth considering if you have multiple monitors and want to switch between them quickly.

Refresh Rate: This is by far the most important setting if you are aiming for a good FPS value. Therefore, make sure to set the refresh rate to the highest level adapted to your monitor. As with any other game, the refresh rate you will have ultimately also depends on your output device. So make sure this value is not lower than your monitor’s Hertz count.

Dynamic Resolution: With this setting, you can set a desired refresh rate that the game will automatically adjust the resolution to based on whether you are below or above that value. This can be quite helpful in some cases, but it can also cause your image to look blurry, which can affect your visibility and gameplay.

V-Sync (Game): With V-Sync, you limit the frame rate according to your monitor’s Hertz count, which prevents tearing. Tearing occurs when the image appears “torn” horizontally. However, this doesn’t help your latency. So it’s better to turn vertical sync off.

Custom Frame Rate Limit: Here you can set your own maximum FPS number. Make sure that the value in the gameplay slider is set to the maximum. For the menu, you can then limit the value, for example, to 100 FPS, to ease the load on your hardware.

Brightness: Be sure to set this value a bit higher. We recommend a value of 55. The higher brightness provides better visibility but is also strongly dependent on your monitor.

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Quality Settings

Quality Presets: Here the graphics of the game are automatically set to your chosen quality level. This is of course convenient and saves you a lot of work, but with individual adjustments, you might achieve even more FPS and better latency. Generally, we would recommend setting the preset to “Balanced”. This should give you a good compromise between performance and image quality.

Render Resolution: As long as you don’t have performance issues with the game, you should leave this setting alone. There are also better ways to increase your FPS.

Upscaling / Sharpening: With this setting, you can activate AMD’s FSR or Nvidia’s DLSS. The technology behind it allows the GPU to render the image at a lower resolution and then upscale it. This is done with an artificial intelligence algorithm and can, in the best case, give you a decent performance boost with almost the same image quality.

Antialiasing and Antialiasing Quality: Here you should activate the “regular” SMAA. This gives you a sharper and clearer image than the cinematic SMAA. For better performance, we also recommend setting the antialiasing quality to low.

Texture Resolution: Of course, it hurts to deliberately make such a beautiful game look slightly less appealing. However, if your goal is solely to get the best performance out of Modern Warfare 2, we recommend setting the resolution to low.

Anisotropic Texture Filter: Here you should definitely leave the setting on high. This setting is particularly useful concerning visibility and costs practically no performance nowadays.

Detail Level Distant and Detail Level Close: Again, if your sole focus for multiplayer mode is just on getting the best FPS, you should set both detail levels to low.

Particle Quality: If you reduce this value, you may be able to increase your FPS further as fewer particles will need to be rendered by the graphics card. This is especially useful in action-packed moments.

Particle Quality Level: You should set this setting to low, but don’t expect too much impact on performance or appearance.

Shader Quality: Low. The performance increase is manageable, but so is the loss of image quality.

Tessellation: Be sure to turn this setting off! In the campaign, the extra details and higher depth are certainly nice, but for multiplayer mode, it costs you way too much performance.

Terrain Memory: Reducing this setting won’t give you extra FPS but will definitely make the game look less appealing. So, keep the setting at “Max”.

Texture Streaming on Demand: Turn this setting off. Otherwise, the game streams high-resolution textures from the Internet. While this will save you disk space, it puts quite a strain on your internet connection and sometimes also on performance.

Volumetric Quality: Low. This setting gives you a decent FPS boost.

Delayed Physics Quality: Here you can squeeze out a few more FPS by turning off the setting. This setting regulates the quality of water physics, but since many levels don’t have this at all, you can completely do without it.

Shadow Map Resolution: The image quality will suffer, but definitely set this setting to low or very low for a solid performance boost.

Ambient Occlusion: In the campaign, nicer shadows are nice to look at, but for a huge boost in your FPS, you should definitely disable this option in multiplayer mode.

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View Settings

Field of View (FOV): How much of the environment you want in your field of view is a personal preference. A larger field of view can cost you a few FPS since more additional scenery has to be rendered, but it can also significantly improve your gameplay in multiplayer mode. Therefore, we recommend setting the value to the maximum of 120.

Aiming Field of View, Weapon Field of View, Vehicle Field of View: You can set these settings completely according to your personal preferences.

Camera: For both settings, we recommend going for 50% to reduce image shaking slightly.

What are your experiences with the settings for more FPS in CoD MW2? Do you perhaps have a trick that we can add to our guide? Leave a comment on the topic.

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Buy PS5: You can now order directly from Sony

Do you really want to buy a PS5? Tomorrow morning, on 02.11.2022, you will have the opportunity to do so at PlayStation Direct. MeinMMO presents all the important information for that.

This afternoon, invitations were sent out via email to PSN users to be able to order a PS5 from Sony’s own store PlayStation Direct tomorrow morning, on 02.11. In the past, this has often been followed by a public sale, and it is highly likely that this will be the case again this time.

Update on November 2, 12:05 PM: It’s starting now! The queue for the public sale at PS Direct has begun. The PS5 Disc Edition and bundles with the Disc Edition and optionally the games Call of Duty or Horizon are available.

How can I order the PS5 at PlayStation Direct? If you are among the lucky ones who received an invitation from Sony, you will find a link in it that leads directly to the product page of the PS5 bundles. So it’s best to check your inbox and also your spam folder. A credit card or PayPal has always been needed to complete the order.

When does the sale start at PlayStation Direct? Starting at 10:30 AM on 02.11., you can click on the link in your invitation and order the PS5 console. Only one device can be ordered per account.

How can I order at PlayStation Direct without an invitation? It is very likely that there will also be a public sale afterward. This has often been the case in the past. This means that everyone who did not receive an invitation via email will also have a chance to buy a PS5 via PlayStation Direct. If that’s the case, a queue will start in advance. The queue usually begins at 12:00 PM.

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Didn’t get a PS5? If you didn’t get a PS5, then it’s best to check out our ticker. Here we keep you updated daily and explain how to best get a PS5 and show you drops surrounding the coveted console.

Buy PS5 – Start keeping an eye on these retailers

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LoL banned innocent players permanently and caused panic – Now Riot is backtracking

In the lead-up to Season 13 of League of Legends, the developers are testing new items in the game. However, a bug has occurred on the test server that has banned innocent players. The players did not know what they did wrong, but they could no longer access the game. Riot Games was able to recognize and correct the problem in a timely manner.

What was the problem?

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Many players were permanently banned without reason.

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Players are being unbanned – the problem apparently lay with Riot

Riot has a fix for the problem: After many players were banned for using a “third-party tool” or a “cheating program,” they are now backtracking. They can dismiss the theory on Reddit that it was related to the item “Heartsteel” (via Reddit).

They have fixed the error and unbanned the banned accounts. Riot Games will now focus on the accounts that were banned due to this error and reverse it.

The bug is likely related to a spell issue. The problem stems from an error in the code where Riot’s anti-cheat program intervened. As a result, many players were unjustly banned.

New tank item brings infinite health points, hits hard

What kind of item is this?

  • Heartsteel is a new mythical item for 3,200 gold that grants health points and health point regeneration, as well as some cooldown reduction. Previously, the item was called “Goliath’s Ascendancy”.
  • It has a special passive ability: You can execute a strike that is stronger the more maximum health you have.
  • Additionally, your champion permanently gains health points. You will become increasingly powerful and tougher. Experts call this “infinite scaling”.
  • However, there is one good thing. The item has been put under special focus, and Riot Games is now working on adjusting the “scaling” before it comes to the live servers.
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What happens now because of this? All in all, everyone is glad that the problem does not occur on the live server and ban many players there. So the developers at Riot Games still have enough time to fix this error and other bugs from the game and prepare for preseason changes on the live servers.

In the video from “RossBoomsocks” (via YouTube), the content creator discusses that the anti-cheat program is looking to automatically unban the players again, but it might also be that some players need to be unbanned individually.

If you have found any further bugs and issues on the test server, please let us know in the comments.

If you want more exciting information about the Worlds, check out this article: LoL: An underdog beats the favorite for the Worlds title – DRX ruins the last 8 perfect bets

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„King of Graphics Cards“ sells AMD and Nvidia like vegetables on the street – Kilograms of graphic power

Graphics cards used to cost a fortune and were hardly affordable. But with the release of the RTX 4000, older cards from AMD and Nvidia are becoming cheaper. The self-proclaimed “King of Graphics Cards” is now selling them like vegetables on the street.

For a while, one could also make good money with old graphics cards as they were worth quite a bit again due to the raw material shortages and the mining boom. However, the situation has since changed:

  • The Bitcoin has nearly halved in value and now stands at around 20,000 Euros
  • With the release of the RTX 4090 and the imminent launch of the RTX 4080, older graphics cards are getting significantly cheaper as retailers want to clear space in their stock.
  • The supply of GPUs is much better than a few years ago, when miners and gamers were fighting over the models and greedy retailers also wanted a say.

A well-known Vietnamese, who calls himself the “King of Graphics Cards,” has now posted pictures of him selling graphics cards. Anyone who encounters the seller can currently buy GPUs like fruit or vegetables.

AMD has introduced its latest graphics cards, the RX 7900 XTX and the RX 7900 XT. You can find all the information directly on MeinMMO:

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“King of Graphics Cards” sells kilograms of hardware like a market vendor

Lê Thành from Vietnam, the self-proclaimed “King of Graphics Cards,” is having fun on Facebook. In photos and videos shared on the social media site, it looks like the shop has started using street vendor tactics to lure passersby and sell them GPUs by the kilogram.

Our title image and the following image come from Lê Thành’s official post on Facebook.

King graphics cards sold on the street

What do you see in the pictures? Lê Thành has set up a stand (via tomshardware.com). But instead of selling fruits and vegetables, he sells hundreds of graphics cards. The models are piled up in front of him, lying in boxes next to him, and you can also spot some GPUs in the background. Next to the “King” stands an old-fashioned green food scale.

He sells a graphics card to a motorcyclist along with a plastic bag in which one would normally buy fruit.

Where the king got the graphics cards from is unknown

Where do the dozens of graphics cards come from? Lê Thành does not explain in his post where all the graphics cards come from and which models they might be. Especially the green sales boxes visible in the background suggest that these are Nvidia graphics cards.

After the cryptocurrency crash, thousands of miners in mild panic sold graphics cards cheaply to at least limit their losses. At first glance, the offer in the pictures appears as if the person has disassembled countless mining rigs and is now reselling the old models.

The whole situation seems a bit strange, and we would advise you against buying such graphics cards that are being dumped on the roadside. There are several factors to consider when looking to buy old graphics cards.

Buying used graphics cards: If you are considering purchasing a used graphics card, then take a look here. In a detailed article, we explain here on MeinMMO whether buying an old mining graphics card could be worthwhile for you and when it is not:

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Blizzard gives away a WoW mount that previously cost $3,000 – Here is how (rich) fans react

At the launch of World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, Blizzard is running some promotions on Twitch. Through “Drops”, you can secure in-game content for free. The highlight is probably the Fel Drake as a mount. Previously, it was only available through the WoW trading card game. Reactions are mixed.

What kind of mount is this and what makes it special? The Fel Drake is a classic dragon, reminiscent of black dragons, but exhibits the typical green glow of Fel corruption on the tips of its wings and its claws.

The mount has actually been in the game for many years. However, it was previously only obtainable through the WoW trading card game. It could be found in boosters by chance and was sold to collectors through platforms like eBay and others.

The prices for such mounts can be horrendously high. Someone bought the Spectral Tiger for 4,300 Euros. Currently, in the German market, there is only an offer for 1,999 Euros.

On US sites, the mount has been traded for up to 3,000 to 3,500 US dollars (via Gamespot). The prices are partly due to the fact that the cards have not been printed since 2013. Accordingly, the mount has been quite rare until now. Was, because it will soon be given away for free.

How can I get the dragon? Blizzard is giving away various Twitch Drops in November for the release of Dragonflight, which you just have to watch certain streams to receive. If you watch the streamers long enough, you will receive loot.

You can get the Fel Drake for 4 hours of watching between November 28 and December 1, right at the release of Dragonflight).

While many fans are happy that they no longer have to spend huge sums of money for such a rare mount, previous owners are quite upset about it.

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“The danger has always existed”

This is what fans say: There are a few players who are upset that their rare mount is now being devalued. However, most cannot understand why anyone would spend so much money on a mount.

In a thread on Reddit, players are discussing the topic. It is mentioned there that many owners had the mount just to show off – while it hadn’t really interested anyone else.

Moreover, very few would have actually paid such a price. When the trading card game was still active, one could have gotten the dragon for 150 US dollars or less. That now everyone can have the mount is just unfortunate. MeinMMO reader Scaver comments: “The danger has always existed. The only advantage is that they had the mount much earlier. But there was never a guarantee of exclusivity.”

However, an owner of the dragon tells the anecdote that he received his loot card from a groom in his guild for whom he was the best man. For him, the dragon is worth more than anything else, even if everyone gets the mount just by logging in.

It is likely just frustrating for a Reddit user who says he has had the card for ages and now wanted to sell it for a hefty price with the release of Dragonflight. That likely won’t happen now.

In addition to the Fel Drake, Blizzard is also offering some goodies for players who decide to sign up for a 12-month WoW subscription. If you’re not into dragons, you can secure a fit Murloc here:

WoW wants you to commit to a 12-month subscription, tempting you with a huge Murloc mount

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The MMORPG Black Desert cancels its Halloween day 4 days early – Due to the disaster in Seoul

In the MMORPG Black Desert, a Halloween event was supposed to last until November 2nd. However, on October 30th, the team announced that they were canceling the event and all promotional activities in the online role-playing game. They made this decision after the tragic events that occurred on Saturday in Seoul.

Trigger Warning: The news describes a tragedy in Seoul in which people lost their lives. An embedded tweet shows images that may be disturbing.

What happened in Seoul? On October 29th, Halloween was to be celebrated in the capital of South Korea: It was the first time since the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions that people in Korea could celebrate the festival.

Apparently, many more people attended the celebration than anyone expected.

Eye witnesses report that the streets were overcrowded with people who just wanted to celebrate Halloween (via CNN): In the nightclub district of Itaewon, the crowd was very tightly packed in narrow streets.

People surged like in a packed subway – pushing and screaming

An eyewitness told CNN that the streets were like a “packed subway on Saturday night,” with people standing so close together that it was hard to move. People began to push and shove, and many screams could be heard. The eyewitness was able to get to safety and saw others climbing onto buildings to survive.

The costumes of the people contributed to the chaos of the situation. The eyewitness said there was a police officer who was shouting, but it was unclear whether it was a real police officer because so many people were in costumes.

According to reports, a mass panic broke out in the crowd, and people were trampled to death. CNN reports that the Interior Ministry informed them that 154 people died, including 97 women.

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In the wake of the tragedy, a national mourning period has been declared in South Korea, lasting until November 5th: During this time, public events are suspended, public buildings display flags at half-mast, and public service employees express their grief with ribbons.

Meanwhile, authorities are investigating how exactly the mass panic occurred. The trigger for the mass panic remains unclear.

Here’s what Black Desert has to say: They state that in light of the “terrible news,” they are suspending all ongoing Halloween events and promotions. They ask fans for their understanding and express their condolences to all affected.

What are other MMORPGs from South Korea doing? As reported by PC Gamer, a current event in Lost Ark is still ongoing. However, it is more of a “general autumn event” and not specifically a Halloween event.

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Pokémon GO now looks “normal” again – Why players are now calling for changes

The map in Pokémon GO has been thematically adjusted for the season in recent days, but now it is back to “normal”. We at MeinMMO have looked at what the trainers think about the new look and are showing you what changes they are now demanding.

What change is being discussed? In the last two weeks, Niantic held the annual Halloween event in Pokémon GO. In addition to a lot of appropriate spawns, the map in the game was also thematically adjusted.

The map, as well as the many PokéStops, shone in an autumnal orange-brown. In addition, you could discover falling, colorful leaves everywhere across the map, and PokéStops and gyms were additionally decorated with carved pumpkins.

However, with the start of the Día de Muertos event, which replaced the Halloween event on November 1, the game visually returned to normal.

Trainers are sad about the new old map design

As before the Halloween event, the map in Pokémon GO is now colored green again. The PokéStops shine in their familiar blue again, and there are no more autumn decorations to be seen in the game.

Many players find this very unfortunate and are sad about this graphic change. Thus, the Reddit user justforgigsandgags writes in his post (via reddit.com): “Am I the only one a little upset that they removed the autumn aesthetic?”

And it seems the trainer is not alone, as his post is receiving considerable support. As of now (November 2, 2022, at 09:30), it has already received over 3,700 upvotes. The comments also make it clear that some wish to have the autumn feeling back.

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Trainers demand: “It should stay the whole autumn”

The majority of trainers cannot understand why Niantic changed the map’s appearance back, since it is still autumn, and the look would have fit perfectly with the current season. In the comments, you can read the following (via reddit.com):

  • DaCheat452: “I miss it too. I think it should stay the whole autumn.”
  • Carl_Shadowsong: “I hate it. The autumn map was great as it reflects the same season in my country. It was thematic and engaging. Now we are back to the summer map while I am wearing a winter coat to work because it is cold and foggy everywhere. At least they should let the players choose which aesthetic they want.”
  • Remarkably-Soft69: “It was so beautiful and the game felt so inviting! I actually wanted to play! The animation of falling leaves was exciting and festive. Now it feels dull and monotonous. Like the annoying duty of eating bland food that your best friend’s grandma made when you visited, but you enjoy your friend’s company and don’t want to be rude… So you eat it anyway and say thank you grandma/Abuela.”

Representation by regions: Trainers like danielspoa, however, have a different opinion. He lives in a region where it is currently spring. The autumn theme would not fit the current season at all there. But he also thinks a new graphic is needed and therefore demands a representation that adapts to the respective region.

He writes in the comments on reddit: “If they do it regionally, that could be cool. They have the technology, so why not? I say this because where I live it is spring.”

Whether Niantic will take this criticism to heart and whether trainers can soon look forward to new, seasonally appropriate designs for the map remains to be seen. If there is any new information on this, you will definitely find out from us at MeinMMO.

What do you think about the fact that the map now looks like before? Did you also prefer the autumn graphic? Or do you wish for a completely different look for the game? Feel free to share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.

In the coming weeks, a lot is happening in Pokémon GO. We will show you all events in November and which ones are particularly worthwhile.

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Brilliant trick levels weapons from CoD MW2 in record time – If you are brave enough

Leveling Weapons in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 can turn into real work. However, players have now found a trick that dishes out so much weapon XP in just a few seconds that you’ll hardly keep up with counting.

Players of Call of Duty have a strange hobby: leveling weapons. We are constantly working to max out some gun. We need attachments, Gold Camos, and most importantly, the feeling of having accomplished something.

If you look for leveling tips shortly after the release, you often find references to the large “Invasion” mode – nicely mowing down bots behind enemy lines and enjoying the XP.

However, the mode has thus far hidden its most efficient method of leveling weapons. Clever players have now discovered the method and could hardly believe how quickly the weapons leveled up. The ingredients: an enemy manned tank and the field upgrade “Diminishing Mine”.

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How does the trick work? Sneak or drive close to an enemy “IAV” – that’s a version of the tanks. You can recognize it because the hatch on top is open for entry. It should slowly become clear that things are about to get dangerous.

The tank must be occupied by an enemy soldier – otherwise, the “Diminishing Mine” can’t do its job. Gather all your courage, jump onto the enemy tank, and place your Diminishing Mine on top of the open hatch.

After that, pull out the weapon you want to level and enjoy the ascent at record speed:

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The mine secures you XP as long as it is active or until you or the enemy tank go down. A real XP feast – although some players warn in the Reddit thread.

The high amount of XP in such a short time could be perceived as a “suspicious value”. Some players therefore warn of a possible ban.

Both mechanics – tank and mine – work normally, as they would in other situations. However, the combination of the two currently provides a significant boost to weapon XP.

However, we expect that the trick will be nerfed soon. Either soon or at the latest at the start of Season 1 of Modern Warfare 2 – that would be on November 16.

We also expect a nerf for a certain weapon that is currently rampaging through the lobbies as an all-purpose tool: A weapon in CoD MW2 takes on almost all tasks – “Best shotgun, pistol, DMR, and sniper in one”

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The biggest defender in FIFA 23 is suddenly a top striker and anyone can afford him

Isaak Touré is actually a really big defender, but in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team you can now play him as a striker. And that can result in numerous goals.

What kind of player is he? Isaak Touré is a French professional footballer who plays as a center-back for Olympique Marseille in Ligue 1.

So far, he had a 67-rated silver card, which probably didn’t interest many FUT players. But now he received a striker card as part of the Out-of-Position promo, which offers fantastic stats.

The strong stats of Isaak Touré in detail.
  • He is the tallest outfield player in FIFA 23 at 2.06 meters, making him a monster in the penalty area.
  • He has the popular “Lengthy” running style in FIFA 23 with almost every chemistry style .
  • His shot stats are very high, and especially his positioning (99) and shot power (97) stand out. If you use the Hunter chemistry style, you can increase his finishing to 92 and volleys to a solid 95.
  • His acceleration of 80 and sprint speed of 90 provide high speed. With the Hunter chemistry style, he becomes even faster.
  • His dribbling is decent for a player of his size.
  • He has 4 stars for his weak foot and 3 stars for skill moves.
  • Additionally, he has good physicality with a strength of 90.
  • Curiously, he only has a heading value of 49, which is a small drawback.

The combination of these stats with his enormous size makes Touré a really dangerous striker who fits very well into the meta of FIFA 23.

Cost of the card: Currently, Touré is available for a cheap 13,000 coins, which is a real bargain. Almost every FUT player can afford him and at least try him out.

What the community says about Touré in FIFA 23

In the FIFA Reddit, there are many positive comments about Isaak Touré’s striker card. Players are thrilled with his size and score a ton of goals with him.

We have gathered a few comments for you:

  • mario_ferreira19: “I haven’t had such a dominant striker this year; for me, he’s a beast. 33 goals in 22 matches. He won several headers, even against keepers. His size alone is enough.”
  • meson456: “When I started using him, he got a hat-trick every 2 or 3 games. Opponents simply don’t expect his positioning and strength.”
  • niallw1997: “Touré is a beast: 20 goals in 14 matches for me. In Rivals and the Weekend League. He is just a fun card, and his shot is an absolute rocket. I prefer him over Benzema; he’s so good for me.”
  • jlet: So far, it’s 16 goals and 9 assists in 8 games for me, and I only bring him on after I’ve scored a goal with an EFL player. So these aren’t even full matches. The guy is a monster.”

What do you think about the card? Would you add him to your team? Feel free to let us know in the comments!

In FIFA 23, there are some cards that you can get cheaply but still deliver solid performance. Another one of these cards is Araujo, a strong, super cheap defender.

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7 annoying bugs in the multiplayer of CoD MW2 that should be gone soon

Infinity Ward, the studio behind Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, aims to be as transparent as possible with fans. The developers have released information so that players can understand which issues the studio is currently addressing.

Whenever a game like Call of Duty is released, it always means a lot of stress for the developers. As anyone can imagine, such a release is quite complicated. It’s no wonder that there are a lot of issues to fix with the release of CoD MW2.

The team at Infinity Ward has already managed to fix many of these bugs, but new problems keep arising. You can check the current status on Infinity Ward’s Trello board.

Recently, there was a problem with the Gunsmith. The attachment tuning has been disabled – one of the main features is currently unavailable. We will show you which issues the developers are tackling next.

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The following issues are already known to the developers

The issues listed here are already known to the developers, and many of them have been fixed. However, Infinity Ward continues to actively work on a solution for the remaining bugs. If you are affected by one of these problems, the chances are good that it will be fixed soon.

The following general issues are currently being addressed:

  • For some players, the game may crash when they are in a group
  • Some players report issues with the progression system for weapon camos – the developers are currently trying to identify the problem

These bugs have already been fixed:

  • Some PS4 players may experience audio issues in the game
  • There is a bug that prevents players from accessing the menu during a match
  • Some players do not have access to the Oni operator or items from the Vault edition, even though they have purchased them. The developers advise players to restore their licenses. The option can be found in the menu under Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Restore Licenses

The following issues in multiplayer are currently being worked on:

  • The ping system is currently disabled – the developers are already working on a solution
  • There is a visual bug on the map “Sarif Bay” – grass textures are affected
  • Xbox users are affected by a bug that makes their player icon disappear when they are revived in a match
  • The sound of suppressed weapons is not being played back correctly
  • In the “Ground War” mode on the map “Santa Seña,” there is a faulty spawn of a vehicle. The “APC unit” can appear in a location where it cannot be controlled or moved

However, there are still some bugs that players have reported here on MeinMMO. The splitscreen features are not running smoothly, and the issues with Nvidia drivers are not mentioned – even though MW2 is not to blame for the broken drivers.

Which bugs are at the top of your list? What annoys you the most right now? Leave a comment on the topic.

Infinity Ward recently fixed a bizarre bug that allowed players to catapult themselves high into the air.

You can read more about it here: Players launched themselves almost to the moon in CoD MW2 for crazy trick shots – unfortunately, it was a glitch

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WoW wants to bind you to a subscription for 12 months, enticing you with a huge Murloc mount

A muscular Murloc mount is waiting for you if you subscribe to World of Warcraft for 12 months. Is it worth it?

In World of Warcraft, the new expansion “Dragonflight” is coming soon and will take players to the Dragon Isles. The Pre-Patch 10.0 is currently running, which grants new talents and will soon bring the launch event for the expansion and the Dracthyr.

Blizzard apparently really wants you to commit to WoW for a long time and is currently selling a subscription for a whopping 12 months – that’s 360 days. The subscription grants access to modern World of Warcraft, as well as WoW Classic (Wrath of the Lich King Classic). As a special bonus, there’s a really stylish mount – a huge Murloc named “Gigantic Grrloc”.

What kind of mount is that? The “Gigantic Grrloc” is a mount we reported on a few months ago, as it was read from the game data some time ago.

Visually, the mount is an oversized Murloc, which also has a wooden frame as a “saddle”. It certainly makes a statement and should be a real eye-catcher. For Murloc fans, it’s probably a must-buy.

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What else is there? In addition to the Grrloc, there’s also “Telix the Stormhorn” as a mount. It’s a large, emerald beetle adorned with a lot of golden applications.

For players of Wrath of the Lich King Classic, there are also some bonuses that are exclusive to them:

  • Swirling Emerald Dragon
  • Cloak of Flame
  • A pet that has not yet been announced (silhouette is a rabbit)

In addition to the Murloc, there are also some other mounts. There are also the “6-month subscription rewards” of the current semester (“Nether-sated Greatwyrm”) as well as of the upcoming one. The appearance of the latter is not yet known, but the silhouette already shows a rabbit. It is likely related to the Chinese New Year, as has been the case in previous years.

What does it cost? Those who decide to subscribe to WoW for 12 months have to pay a whopping €131.88. This saves you €24 over a monthly subscription annually. The discount is the same as for the 6-month subscription, where you also save €24 a year.

The upcoming expansion, Dragonflight, still needs to be purchased separately.

Is it worth it? This is probably a clear case of “it depends”. If you’re already a regular player of World of Warcraft, you save some money with the offer, receive interesting rewards, and will probably be satisfied. If you only play for one or two months at the start of an expansion, you should consider the purchase twice – as then a price of over €130 is indeed a lot of money.

Ultimately, whether one wants to “commit” to World of Warcraft for a whole year must be decided by each individual. However, the timing is relatively advantageous, as the next expansion “Dragonflight” is just around the corner. At least for the next few months, fresh content is available. Whether Blizzard can stick to the plans to bring smaller patches more frequently with Dragonflight remains to be seen.

At least the offer is considerably better than the “annual pass” for Mists of Pandaria – there, you purchased game time for a year and received virtually no new content during that time.

Will you bind yourself to WoW for a year? Does the offer appeal to you? Or would you never commit to a game for so long again?

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