Pokémon GO: All new Shinys for the Fashion Week and where to find them

Franzi Korittke Franzi Korittke Reading time 6 minutes

In Pokémon GO the Fashion Week runs from today, September 27, 2022. This brings you one or two new Shinies. We at MeinMMO will show you which monsters are involved and where you can find them.

Which event is it about? Pokémon GO is currently hosting the annual Fashion Week. On this occasion, the little pocket monsters want to shine particularly brightly, which is why some of them have dressed up especially for this event.

During the event period, you can encounter numerous costumed monsters in Pokémon GO and there will also be one or two new Shinies. We have summarized which ones they are and where you can find them below.

When does the Fashion Week run? The fashion event runs from September 27, 2022, at 10:00 local time until October 3, 2022, at 20:00 local time.

1. Yveltal

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Yveltal normal (left) and as Shiny (right)

What kind of monster is this? Yveltal is a legendary Dark and Flying Pokémon from Generation 6. It has no pre-evolution or evolution. With a moveset of Knuckle and Dark Aura, as well as a high attack value, it can prove to be one of the best attackers in Pokémon GO.

As part of the Fashion Week, Yveltal will also be available in its shiny form in the game for the first time. You can recognize it by its white-gray wings.

Where can you find it? You can currently find Yveltal in Level 5 raids and, with a bit of luck, encounter a shiny specimen afterwards. Additionally, you can also secure it from the rewards of the GO Battle League from Level 20 onwards.

Here you can find the best counters against Yveltal.

2. Coiffwaff

Coiffwaff normal (left) and as Shiny (right)

What kind of monster is this? The Normal-type Pokémon Coiffwaff originates from Generation 6. The monster loves to change its look and therefore has 9 more different forms in addition to its normal variant, distinguished by its haircut.

It has no pre-evolution or evolution and is not particularly strong. However, due to its various forms, it is perfectly suitable for collectors. At the fashion event, it is also making its Shiny debut.

The shiny variant differs from its normal variant by having a dark coat and a light face. Of course, all its forms will also be available as Shiny. The following image shows what the different forms look like:

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Coiffwaff in its various forms (normal and as Shiny)

Where can you find it? Coiffwaff will be found almost everywhere in the game over the coming days. So keep an eye out for it in the wild and in Level 1 raids. It is also part of the field research tasks for Fashion Week. It hides behind the snapshot tasks.

How to change Coiffwaff’s form can be found in the following post:

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3. Absol with a stylish look

Absol normal (left) and as Shiny (right)

What kind of monster is this? Absol is a Dark-type Pokémon from Generation 3, which has no pre-evolution or evolution. The monster has been available as a Shiny in the game for quite some time. However, for Fashion Week, it has dressed up particularly nicely with a stylish pair of sunglasses just for you.

You can thus find it for the first time in this costume and even catch it as Shiny with a bit of luck. This makes it a bit rarer compared to its normal form, as you never know when it will come back into the game. You can recognize the Shiny by its white and orange body.

Where can you find it? Just like Coiffwaff and Yveltal, Absol will also be found in the raids in the coming days. Additionally, it sometimes spawns in the wild. You also have another chance at a shiny Absol in the rewards of the limited research.

4. Digda in a stylish look

Digda and Digdri normal (left) and as Shiny (right)

What kind of monster is this? The Ground-type Pokémon Digda originates from the first generation and will be found for the first time with a hat during the Fashion Week. This version can also evolve into a Digdri with a hat.

Like Absol, Digda has also been available as a Shiny in the game for some time. However, due to the costume, you can secure a special version of it, which, based on experience, will not be available frequently. Pay attention to Digda’s nose when catching, as it is blue in the Shiny.

Where can you find it? Digda will be available throughout the event in Level 1 raids and, with a bit of luck, in the wild. Additionally, it hatches from the 7-km eggs that you can secure from your friends’ gifts for Fashion Week.

Anyone wanting to seize another opportunity for a Shiny should also complete the limited research tasks. To secure a costumed shiny Digdri, you need to evolve shiny Digda with a hat. Digdri will not currently be catchable in the game.

5. Toxiquak in a stylish look

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Glibunkel and Toxiquak normal (left) and as Shiny (right)

What kind of monster is this? Toxiquak is a Poison and Fighting-type Pokémon from Generation 4. It evolves from Glibunkel. After there was already a costumed Glibunkel with a cap in the game that could be caught as shiny in the past, Toxiquak finally celebrates its costume debut.

You can thus evolve the costumed shiny Glibunkel now accordingly. You recognize it by its turquoise body.

Where can you find it? Toxiquak itself will not be found in the wild or in raids during the event. To secure the costumed monster as a Shiny, you first need to catch a costumed Shiny Glibunkel.

This will spawn in the coming days in the wild, in Level 1 raids, hatch from eggs, and will also be found in the rewards of the limited research and event quests.

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Other rare Shinies for Fashion Week

However, the new Shinies are not the only shiny monsters that you can secure during Fashion Week in Pokémon GO. You can also snag other costumed Pokémon that have already appeared at events of this kind in previous years and whose shiny form is therefore a bit rarer in the wild, in raids, and from eggs.

Keep an eye out for the following monsters in the coming days:

  • Smettbo with a bow: In the wild & in Level 3 raids
  • Elezeba with a collar: In the wild & in field research
  • Kirlia with a hat: In the wild & in Level 3 raids
  • Sheinux with a hat: In Level 1 raids & in 7-km eggs
  • Kussilla with a bow: In 7-km eggs

What do you think of the new Shinies in Pokémon GO? Which one will you secure for yourself? And which costume would you like to see next time? Let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.

The next Ultra Beast is said to arrive in the raids soon. Pokémon GO now gives hints about the release of Schlingking in a video. We will show you.

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FIFA 23 on PC: 404 and Anti-Cheat – Players show first solutions for problems during Early Access

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In FIFA 23, the 10-hour trial has started early, but players on PC are receiving error messages. The community is already looking for solutions.

Although the 10-hour trial for FIFA 23 was supposed to start on September 27, it has been available since September 26 around 4:00 PM. However, while the trial version can be started on PlayStation and first games can be played, players on the PC version are reporting difficulties.

These are the problems: Some PC users report that they currently cannot start the trial. They receive various error messages.

  • An anti-cheat banner may appear instead of starting the game
  • If starting from the desktop, you may receive the message “You do not have access”
  • In the launcher, the message “404 – An error occurred in the matrix” may also appear
Various error messages can currently appear on PC

Update, September 27, 10:00 AM: EA has now addressed some of the issues in the “EA Sports FIFA Tracker” (via Trello) and noted them as “under investigation”:

  • “Some PC players experience an error during the update process EA anti-cheat error when trying to start the game.”
    • As a workaround, EA suggests: “Close the error message and start the game again.”
  • “[PC] Some players cannot start the game due to other anti-cheat apps.”
    • Workaround: “Uninstall other anti-cheat apps”

Here continues with the original article.

The issues are already being discussed in the FIFA subreddit – with initial solutions being suggested.

Players discuss issues, seeking solution for FIFA 23 launch on PC

This is what players say: In a megathread about the launch of the EA trial on reddit, players are currently collecting issues such as an empty collection in the EA PC app, anti-cheat problems, and long loading screens.

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Initial solutions are also available. For example, user “XVince” writes (via reddit):

  • One should first uninstall EA Anti Cheat for FIFA 23 (under xVinci at C:Program FilesEAAC)
  • Run Origin as administrator and start FIFA 23. Then EA Anti Cheat will want to reinstall.
  • Launch FIFA 23 after installation.

Other users recommend enabling TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot. After that, FIFA 23 should be launched as an admin. Both TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot must be enabled through your BIOS or UEFI in Windows. You cannot enable these functions directly through Windows. If you are already using Windows 11, both functions should already be enabled. Learn more about TPM here.

Some users explain that these methods have worked for them to get into the game. Others say that this hasn’t helped them and continue to report problems.

Generally, it does not seem to be universal solutions for the problems.

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For example, there is still the problem of the long loading screen with the text “FIFA 23”. Here, players report that sometimes it can simply be solved by waiting. It may simply be a server problem due to high traffic.

Currently, there are no official solutions yet. As soon as there is news about it, we will keep you updated here. Do you currently have problems starting on PC, or solutions? Tell us in the comments.

Have you already arrived at the trial? Then you can find a cheap Bundesliga starter team for the start in FUT 22 here.

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Pokémon GO: Spotlight Hour today with Picochilla and Candies

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Today, on September 27, the Spotlight Hour featuring Picochilla starts in Pokémon GO. There’s a bonus affecting the candies you earn. We’ll show you details about the start, Shiny, and the bonuses of this short event.

What kind of event is this? Every Tuesday evening, a Spotlight Hour takes place in Pokémon GO. For 60 minutes, a Pokémon selected by Niantic is the focus, appearing significantly more frequently in the wild. Additionally, there’s a bonus to enhance the event.

Today you’ll encounter Picochilla, which originates from the fifth generation of the game. It is a Normal-type Pokémon.

Spotlight Hour on September 27 – Start, Bonuses, Shiny

When does it start? The Spotlight Hour begins at 6:00 PM and ends at 7:00 PM. These are the usual times for events of this kind.

What bonuses are available? During the event, you will encounter Picochilla almost everywhere in the wild. By using incense, you can attract even more Pokémon of this type.

Additionally, you will receive double the amount of candies for sending Pokémon.

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Is there a Shiny Picochilla? Yes, you can find and catch Shiny Picochilla in Pokémon GO. In the following graphic, we show you a Shiny comparison:

Picochilla and Chillabell in normal form and as Shiny

Who benefits from the Spotlight Hour today? Picochilla and its evolution Chillabell are not particularly interesting as attackers in raids or trainer battles. The event is especially worthwhile for effectively organizing your Pokémon collection and getting the double transfer candies. With a bit of luck, you might snag a Shiny today, but the chances are not increased.

The dates for the community days in October and November have been set.

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FIFA 23: When do the bonuses of the Ultimate Edition come? OTW pack, Hero, and Points

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Players who pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition of FIFA 23 will receive special pre-order bonuses. We will tell you when you can expect the bonus content.

What does the Ultimate Edition bring? The Ultimate Edition includes a lot of additional bonuses compared to the standard version of FIFA 23:

These bonuses are only offered with the Ultimate Edition:

  • A FIFA World Cup FUT Hero item – available for pre-order until August 22
  • Ones-to-Watch card (FUT)
  • 4,600 FIFA Points
  • Both-Version claim (PS5 and PS4 or Xbox Series and Xbox One)

The biggest advantage of the Ultimate Edition is the early access to FIFA 23. Starting Tuesday, September 27, buyers can already start the game, even before the official release. Here, it is important to distinguish: Subscribers to EA Play can try FIFA 23 in a 10-hour trial starting September 26 at 4:00 PM.

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FIFA 23 – When will you get the OTW pack?

When can you expect the pre-order bonuses? Since the bonuses appear at different times in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team, it’s easy to lose track. We explain when there are which contents.

  • The OTW pack, which contains a Ones-To-Watch player, will be released on Friday, September 30, for all Ultimate Edition owners. Presumably, the pack will be available around 7:00 PM, as the OTW event should start at that time.
  • The 4,600 FIFA Points should be available in the accounts of FUT players at the official release of the Ultimate Edition on September 27 at 12:00 AM.
  • However, you will have to wait for the World Cup Hero card. This will be released on November 11 in FUT 23.

What about the pre-order bonuses of the Standard Edition? The Standard Edition also has pre-order content, which is also included in the Ultimate Edition. There is an Inform card from the first TOTW as well as various loan cards. These contents should be available as soon as you start FIFA 23.

If you already have access to the 10-hour trial version of FIFA 23, then we have some tips for you to use the time as effectively as possible:

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Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max Review: Good Gaming Headset with Difficult Ergonomics

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 7 minutes

Turtle Beach has introduced the Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max, a wireless headset for PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC. MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann was able to test the headset and was especially impressed by the comfort. However, the device is still far from perfect.

A gaming headset often accompanies you throughout the day, whether during work hours in the office or in the evenings while enjoying some gaming on the PC or PS5. However, to wear such a device for half the day or longer, it definitely needs to be comfortable.

I have been testing the Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max from Turtle Beach for over 2 months now. I used the device both on my PS5 and my gaming PC. The device is certainly among the most comfortable headsets I have had on my head in recent years, but it is not perfect.

Who tested it?

I have been testing hardware for our readers at MeinMMO since 2019. Alongside gaming mice, gaming headsets and keyboards are among my absolute favorites. I have nearly a dozen headsets, both professionally and personally, in my collection. With a head circumference of 58cm, I have a rather smaller head.

Turtle Beach provided me with the Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max for testing. Overall, I was able to thoroughly test the device for about 2 months on PC and PS5.

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Benedikt Schlotmann
Hardware Editor MeinMMO

Features and technical details:
DesignOver-Ear/Closed
Connection typeWireless via Radio/Bluetooth or Wired via USB-A
Frequencies20 Hz to 22,000 Hz
CompatibilityPC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox
Weight380 grams
Included itemsHeadset, USB-C charging cable, USB-A wireless adapter, manual
Price (RRP)199.99 Euros

Design and Build

The device from Turtle Beach features a simple blue-black design with light copper accents. The headset itself is blue, while the ear cushions are black. Turtle Beach completely avoids RGB lighting, which I find really good. Because I absolutely do not understand why manufacturers promote RGB as a great feature in a headset.

All important control elements are located on the left earcup. Here, I can turn the headset on or off, switch from wireless to Bluetooth, or adjust the volume of the headphones or the microphone. The microphone is not detachable, but I can fold it away when not in use. This way, it completely disappears into the device’s body.

The headset connects to the PC or console via a USB-C port and is also charged through it. The appropriate cable is included in the package.

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The contents of the headset package.

Build Quality

The headset feels stable and well-constructed to me. The headset and the headband are reinforced with metal, giving it a good tactile feel. However, the body itself is almost entirely made of plastic. The ear cups use soft memory foam, which is supposed to adapt well to the head and is also suitable for glasses wearers.

According to the manufacturer, the ear cushions are removable, but they were so tight on me that I couldn’t remove them. Nevertheless, this option generally speaks for durability, as ear cushions can wear out quickly. This is a service I have also used with my Logitech G Pro X.

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02 Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max build quality
Metal is used inside the headset. However, the body is made of plastic.

Software

On Windows PCs, the headset uses the “Turtle Beach Audio Hub” software. However, this software offers almost no functionality on the PC, as you can only update the headset and adapter software.

A few more functions, such as sound settings, can only be found in the mobile app on your phone. I find this unnecessarily complicated, especially since the headset and phone do not always connect easily. Here, Turtle Beach is missing a lot of potential.

Turtle Beach Software
The software for the Stealth 700 Gen 2 MAX.

On the next page, you can read about my practical experiences. I will address comfort, sound, and the microphone. At the end, you can also read the final conclusion.

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WoW: Blizzard introduces a brilliant change to the Transmog system in Dragonflight

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Endless grind of the same factions – this has come to an end in WoW Dragonflight. Transmog fans can breathe a sigh of relief, as unlocking will be easier.

For some, it is just unnecessary decoration, for others, perhaps the best and most important feature of World of Warcraft: Transmogrification. The ability to visually customize your equipment the way you want and create unique sets is quite popular. Some even try to obtain all templates in the game.

What is the problem? Those who really want to collect all transmog sets must invest an incredible amount of time in World of Warcraft. This is not only because many sets and items depend mainly on luck from drops in raids, but also because a lot of content needs to be played multiple times. Particularly the reputation factions are a major nuisance. For example, someone who painstakingly grinds reputation with a mage can only buy the cloth set from the armor vendor and unlock it as transmog afterwards. At least until now.

What changes in Dragonflight? Reputation vendors in Dragonflight again offer stylish transmog, including some so-called “ensembles”. These are essentially entire armor sets that you unlock via a single item, just like the old PvP sets.

The twist is: In Dragonflight, even as a mage, you can unlock the ensembles for other armor types like leather, chain, or plate at reputation vendors and add them to your collection! This was discovered by MrGM in the beta and shared on Twitter:

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Can you transmog them? No. Although you can unlock sets for other armor classes at the reputation vendor of the new factions as a cloth wearer, you can only use these as templates with classes that can wear that armor type. The fundamental restriction that cloth classes can only choose cloth for transmog remains unchanged.

However, this should significantly reduce the grind. Because now at reputation factions, you only need to grind reputation with one character to unlock most templates. Gone are the days when you had to complete the same dailies with four characters just to complete your transmog collection.

More about World of Warcraft Dragonflight can be found here:

Whether Blizzard will also retroactively unlock this feature for old factions and ensembles is still unclear – at least this is not the case in the beta.

Blizzard seems to want to stick to its promise that less grind and fewer repetitive tasks across multiple characters are necessary.

What do you think about it?

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Pokémon GO: Timed Research for Fashion Week – All Rewards

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO is the Timed Research active during the Fashion Week event. We show you in the overview all tasks and rewards of the six chapters.

What kind of research is this? In Pokémon GO, the Fashion Week 2022 brings many new costumed Pokémon and also new Shinys into the game. In the Timed Research, you will receive a few encounters with Pokémon, but also battles against Fashion Challengers.

The new research has six chapters with various tasks.

Tip: Three task blocks reward you with an encounter with a Fashion Challenger. Each next task is to battle a Fashion Challenger. These tasks build on each other; you do not have to search for challengers at PokéStops. The encounter with a challenger then triggers the next task for you.

Research for Fashion Week 1/6

TaskReward
Use 3 berries to
catch Pokémon		1 Lure Module
Catch 5 Pokémon5 Pokéballs
Take 5 snapshots of
wild Pokémon		5 Nanab Berries

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and claim the corresponding rewards, you will also receive an encounter with an Event Challenger. This challenger fights with

  • Coiffwaff in the female form
  • Garstella
  • Costumed Digda

Research for Fashion Week 2/6

TaskReward
Battle against a Fashion Challenger1,500 XP

Stage Reward: If you complete the task and claim the reward, you will also receive an encounter with a costumed Glibunkel.

Research for Fashion Week 3/6

TaskReward
Land 5 great curveball throws10 Ultra Balls
Take a snapshot of a wild Garstella10 Himmih Berries
Catch a Coiffwaff25 Coiffwaff Candy

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and claim the corresponding rewards, you will also receive an encounter with a Fashion Challenger.

This challenger fights with

  • Coiffwaff in the diamond form
  • Costumed Elezeba
  • Costumed Absol

Tip: As a “wild Garstella”, the Pokémon counts if you have not caught it yet. Tap on a Garstella in the wild, and before you catch it, take a snapshot of it. This guarantees you complete the task.

Research for Fashion Week 4/6

TaskReward
Battle against a Fashion Challenger2,000 XP

Stage Reward: If you complete the task and claim the reward, you will also receive an encounter with a costumed Digda.

Research for Fashion Week 5/6

TaskReward
Take 10 snapshots of wild Pokémon2 Silver Sanan Berries
Use 10 berries while catching Pokémon10 Sanan Berries
Land 3 fabulous curveball throws25 Ultra Balls
Use 10 power-ups on Pokémon20 Hyper Balls
Catch 15 Pokémon2 Golden Himmih Berries

Stage Reward: If you complete all five tasks and claim the corresponding rewards, you will also receive an encounter with a Fashion Challenger. This challenger fights with

  • Coiffwaff in the star form
  • Quabbel (female)
  • Costumed Glibunkel

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Research for Fashion Week 6/6

TaskReward
Battle against a Fashion Challenger3,000 XP

Stage Reward: If you complete the task and claim the reward, you will also receive an encounter with a costumed Absol and 10,000 Stardust.

How do you like the Timed Research for this event? Do you think that through the encounters with the challengers, Niantic has effectively solved the problems that existed at past events? Trainers often complained that challengers appeared too rarely, making it difficult to complete tasks.

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FIFA 23 Release: Date, Ratings, Icons – All Information about the Launch

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FIFA 23 starts this month. Here you can find everything about the FIFA 23 release, the content, trailers, and information about the game.

When does FIFA 23 come out?

The FIFA 23 release date: The official release date of FIFA 23 is September 30, 2022.

An exception is the Ultimate Edition: It gives early access starting from September 27, 2022. When the bonuses of the Ultimate Edition arrive, you can find out here.

Early Access with EA Play: The early access to FIFA 23 with EA Play has started. Here you can also find tips on how to make the most of the 10 hours.

However, there was already a glitch a month before the official FIFA 23 release, which allowed some players to play on Xbox already.

All information about FIFA 23 will be shown here.

Update, September 27, 2022: We have added links to the early access and the launch of FIFA 23 above.

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FIFA 23: Web App and Companion App

When will the Web App be released? The Web App is expected to launch on September 21, 2022. This was stated by community manager “EA_rephii” in the FIFA forum at EA Sports. 

When will the Companion App be released? The Companion App launches a day later, on September 22, 2022.

Who gets access, what’s included in the apps? All information about the Web App release can be found here.

FIFA 23 Crossplay

This is known about Crossplay: Along with the trailer, several pieces of information about the game’s content have been released. Particularly important: Crossplay will officially be part of FIFA 23 in the 1-vs-1 modes. You can play against your friends across multiple platforms.

There are two groups involved: The “NextGen” variants can play together, meaning PS5, Xbox Series X | S, PC, and Stadia.

Additionally, PS4 and Xbox One can play against each other. This is due to the fact that the versions differ too much across generations, especially with HyperMotion.

A detailed overview of the new content can be found here:

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FIFA 23: Trailer shows gameplay

This is the trailer: On July 20, the first trailer for FIFA 23 was released. Various gameplay scenes can be seen, along with individual gameplay snippets.

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Additionally, there was some more information:

  • FIFA 23 brings special content to the Men’s and Women’s World Cups
  • Women’s club teams are coming to the game
  • HyperMotion has been updated and is now called “HyperMotion 2”, with even more animations
  • In Ultimate Team, there will be so-called “World Cup Heroes”.

FIFA 23 pre-order: What does the game cost?

How much does FIFA 23 cost? The cost of FIFA 23 depends on the edition and the platform you want to buy. All official prices can be found here:

The FIFA 23 Standard Edition costs:

The FIFA 23 Ultimate Edition costs:

You can find a comparison of the Ultimate Edition and the Standard Edition here:

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FIFA 23 Ratings

Are FIFA 23 ratings already known? There are now official ratings – at least the first values are now confirmed.

Due to the Xbox leak from August, several ratings for FIFA 23 were already known. Among other things, users showed how strong the best players in the game will be. Cristiano Ronaldo is still among them – but the Manchester forward is getting a significant downgrade.

New Icons in FIFA 23

Which icons are in FIFA 23? With the ratings, new icons have also been released. Among them are three entirely new legends:

  • Gerd Müller
  • Xabi Alonso
  • Jairzinho

Jairzinho looks like a top player, while many players are upset about the values for Xabi Alonso.

Additionally, 8 old icons have been removed for FIFA 23.

FIFA 23: Talents for Career Mode

What are FIFA 23 talents? The FIFA 23 talents are exciting players who will bring great potential to Career Mode. However, there is currently no up-to-date overview of the officially best talents in the game.

Until the best talents are known, we have taken a look at the 6 most exciting Bundesliga talents for FIFA 23.

FIFA 23: Leagues and Clubs

These leagues and clubs are included: FIFA 23 is expected to feature over 30 leagues, which include more than 19,000 players, over 700 teams, and numerous other licenses.

Among other things, 3 new leagues will be available in FIFA 23:

  • The Barclays Women’s Super League (England)
  • D1 Arkema (France)
  • Serie BKT

All official leagues and clubs in FIFA 23 are listed here.

FIFA 23: All official stadiums

Which stadiums are new? In total, there will be 5 completely new stadiums in FIFA 23.

  • Europa-Park Stadion (SC Freiburg)
  • Academy Stadium (ManCity)
  • Philips Stadion (PSV Eindhoven)
  • El Sadar (Osasuna)
  • Bank of California Stadium (LA FC)

Moreover, the Allianz Stadion (Juventus Turin) and La Bonbonera (Boca Juniors) are returning to the game.

You can find all stadiums in FIFA 23 here.

FIFA 23: Hero Cards are back

These are heroes in FIFA 23: The hero cards were already in FIFA 22, and now the series is being expanded. This time, players like Rudi Völler are involved, who will come with strong stats and chemistry bonuses.

Their ratings are also known:

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FIFA 23: Who is on the cover?

This year’s cover stars are Sam Kerr from Chelsea FC and Kylian Mbappé from Paris Saint-Germain. Depending on which version you have, the cover will differ. You can see the options here:

The Standard Edition (global)
The Standard Edition (Australia & New Zealand)
The Ultimate Edition (global)

What else does FIFA 23 bring at launch? Official information

This is already known: In the announcement of “EA Sports FC”, EA Sports stated that they want to release the “most extensive FIFA” ever.

Cam Weber, EVP of EA Sports, wrote in a statement (via ea.com), that FIFA 23 is meant to be the best FIFA ever. Furthermore, he explained that FIFA 23 will include more content compared to other FIFA titles, such as:

  • More features
  • More game modes
  • World Cup content
  • More clubs
  • More leagues
  • More competitions
  • More players

Additionally, from the “EA Sports FC” announcement, it can be inferred that the following content will also be included in FIFA 23 – as it will also be present the following year:

  • Ultimate Team
  • Career Mode
  • Pro Clubs
  • VOLTA
  • More than 19,000 players
  • More than 700 teams
  • Over 100 stadiums
  • 30 leagues

So far, there is no further official information, trailers, or similar for FIFA 23. As soon as more is known, the article will be updated.

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Ultimate Team – Changes in FIFA 23

The Ultimate Team mode is getting some adjustments, such as with chemistry, but also with small changes like position swaps.

Instead of the previously known position swap cards, there will only be one available that offers different possibilities depending on the player. This will allow players to switch to individual secondary positions – making FUT a bit more realistic.

FIFA 23 Position leak
The positional play may change in FIFA 23

Furthermore, there will be a new mode called “FUT Moments” that presents you with small challenges, through which you can earn quick rewards.

Learn more about the new features in Ultimate Team here.

Shouldn’t it be called something else? No: It has been known for a while that FIFA 23 will be released – and this name will remain. The separation of EA Sports and FIFA will only occur in 2023.

There will be no “FIFA 24” from EA Sports anymore, but instead the new “EA Sports FC”. The world federation “FIFA” intends to create its own games with other developers.

All details about the separation of EA Sports and FIFA can be found here.

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CoD: Modern Warfare 2: The best weapon of the Open Beta and what makes it so strong

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In the beta of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, players could get their first impression of the shooter’s weapons. But which one was the best?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is one of the most sought-after shooters of the year, and many fans of the series are eagerly awaiting the release in October. A new feature on Steam even reveals that Modern Warfare 2 was the best-selling title on the gaming platform last week.

Players who got their first glimpses of the game and its various gameplay aspects during the beta have, of course, already formed their opinions about various things. One weapon has already emerged as the best of the beta.

Which weapon is the best? If you ask around on YouTube or social networks about the best or most popular weapons of the beta, one name will surely come up several times: the Lachmann-MP.

We’re embedding a video here from former CoD pro and YouTuber BennyCentral, who showcases his ranking of the MW 2 beta weapons. The Lachmann-MP is in first place.

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What makes the Lachmann-MP so strong? The Lachmann-MP is a submachine gun that players like to call MP5 due to its appearance and playstyle. The Lachmann-MP features typical characteristics of a submachine gun and has a low ADS time (it aims down sights quickly) and a relatively high rate of fire.

Additionally, the Lachmann-MP has nearly negligible recoil, allowing it to score a few kills even at medium range. Generally, it is not necessary to use attachments to reduce recoil with the submachine gun. Instead, you can use attachments that, for example, increase your movement speed or further decrease your ADS time.

Let’s summarize the advantages of the Lachmann-MP during the beta:

  • good mobility
  • low recoil
  • short ADS time
  • relatively high rate of fire
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Are there other strong weapons? The Lachmann-MP is primarily strongest for gunfights at relatively short to medium range. Depending on how aggressively you play or what distances you want to engage in battles, other weapons might be more suitable.

The M4 assault rifle has proven to be a very versatile all-rounder, which you can use for both short and slightly longer distances, depending on the setup.

Another strong weapon that could become even stronger after the beta is the DMR “Lockwood MK2”. With the Lockwood, you can achieve 1-shot kills at greater distances if you shoot your opponents in the chest or head. Since it also has a relatively low ADS time, this is additionally possible at short to medium range. This distinguishes the rifle from the sniper rifle Signal-50, which can also achieve 1-shot kills but takes significantly longer to aim down sights.

The Lockwood MK2 and the Signal-50 could not yet be adjusted at the gunsmith during the beta, which is why they could be even stronger at the official release. If you wanted to play the Lockwood with a zoom level, you could access one of the pre-made classes and enjoy the raw firepower of the rifle.

CoD MW2 Lockwood MK2

If you’re interested in more about Modern Warfare 2:

What were your favorite weapons in the beta, and which ones did you only play to unlock another? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments!

MeinMMO editor Maik Schneider has summarized his first impression of the Modern Warfare 2 beta in detail and is especially convinced by a new gadget he calls “Buddy Bubble”.

I have been playing Call of Duty for 14 years – This is my first impression of Modern Warfare 2

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Pokémon GO: Today starts the big Fashion Week – All spawns and bonuses

Franzi Korittke Franzi Korittke Reading time 4 minutes

On September 27, 2022, the big Fashion Week starts in Pokémon GO. We at MeinMMO will show you which spawns and bonuses await you at this event and which monsters will celebrate their debut in the game.

What kind of event is this? The annual Fashion Week takes place in Pokémon GO starting on September 27, where a part of the monsters will once again dress up especially for you. Thus, you can look forward to numerous spawns and bonuses.

Especially shiny hunters will get their money’s worth at this event, as there will be plenty of them. Moreover, a few new specimens will celebrate their debut in the game. We have summarized what specific content you can expect below.

When does the Fashion Week run? The event for Fashion Week starts on September 27, 2022, at 10:00 AM local time. It will then run for almost a week, ending on October 3, 2022, at 8:00 PM local time.

All Spawns and Shinies for the Fashion Week

During this year’s Fashion Week, you will encounter numerous thematically appropriate spawns. Costumed Pokémon, in particular, play a central role again. Among them are familiar faces like costumed Smettbo, Elezeba, Glibunkel, Sheinux, Kussilia, or Kirlia. But also Digda, Digdri, Absol, and Toxiquak have acquired stylish accessories for you.

Furthermore, with the start of the event, you will encounter Garstella and its evolution Aggrostella for the first time. We have summarized where you can find these Pokémon below. All monsters you can also encounter in their shiny form are marked with a (*).

We have summarized all new Shinies and where to find them here.

All Wild Pokémon

At the start of the Fashion Week, the spawns in the wild will be adjusted accordingly. In addition to the costumed monsters, Garstella will mainly be found here. The following Pokémon can encounter you there:

  • Smettbo in stylish look*
  • Kramurx*
  • Charmian*
  • Glibunkel in stylish look*
  • Elezeba in stylish look*
  • Mollimorba
  • Quabbel (female)
  • Coiffwaff*
  • Garstella

Monsters that are a bit rarer to find in the wild: 

  • Digda in stylish look*
  • Kirlia in stylish look*
  • Absol in stylish look*

All Raid Bosses for the Fashion Week

But you can also encounter new spawns not only in the wild. Some costumed monsters will also appear in raids. Moreover, you have the chance to encounter the two new Shinies Coiffwaff and Yveltal there. Additionally, you can expect the following bosses:

RaidPokémon
Level-1 RaidsDigda in stylish look*
Sheinux in stylish look*
Glibunkel in stylish look*
Zurrokex
Coiffwaff*
Level-3 RaidsSmettbo in stylish look*
Kirlia in stylish look*
Absol in stylish look*
Garstella
Level-5 RaidsYveltal*
Mega RaidsMega-Schlapor*

All Event Contents of the 7-km Eggs

In addition to the changed spawns in the wild and in raids, you can also obtain special Pokémon from the 7-km eggs again. These will also be thematically appropriate costumed:

  • Digda in stylish look*
  • Kussilia in stylish look*
  • Sheinux in stylish look*
  • Glibunkel in stylish look*

Here are the new Pokémon, costumes & Shinies for the Fashion Week

Garstella and Aggrostella: For the Fashion Week event in Pokémon GO, several monsters celebrate their debut this year. For the first time, you can encounter the Poison and Water Pokémon Garstella, which you can evolve into Aggrostella with the help of 50 candies.

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Garstella and Aggrostella (via pokemon.com)

New costumes and Shinies: Additionally, for the first time, the costumed Digda with a hat will spawn, which you can evolve into Digdri with a hat. Absol has also grabbed a stylish pair of sunglasses. And the costumed Glibunkel with a cap can now also be evolved into a corresponding costumed form of Toxiquak.

New costumed Pokémon as well as Yveltal normal and as shiny

For shiny hunters, Coiffwaff and Yveltal will also be interesting. Both will be available for the first time in their shiny forms during the Fashion Week. Since Coiffwaff has over 9 different forms, it also offers the most diverse Shinies. You can see what they look like in the Reddit post by TopAssistance2:

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Here you can find out how to change Coiffwaff’s forms to secure all of them:

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All Bonuses for the Fashion Week

During the Fashion Week, there are also a few bonuses waiting for you in Pokémon GO. These revolve around the stylish appearance of your avatar and bring you encounters with the costumed monsters as part of various researches. You can look forward to the following bonuses:

  • timed research
  • Event quests
    • Reward: Encounter with Evoli*, Kramurx*, Eneco*, Charmian*, Glibunkel in stylish look*, Elezeba in stylish look*, Coiffwaff*, Garstella
  • Snapshots will bring you surprises
  • New avatar items in the shop

More about Pokémon GO:

Do you like the contents of this year’s Fashion Week? Which monster will you definitely secure? And which costume should it be next time? Let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.

This year marked the 6th anniversary of the game. Therefore, we took a look back into the past. Do you remember how huge Pokémon GO was when it came out? We show you.

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WoW WotLK Classic: 5 Level Tips to Quickly Reach Level 80

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 5 minutes

Tips for leveling quickly in WoW WotLK Classic we show you here. On the new continent of Northrend, you can level up to level 80.

What are these tips? We have put together some tips that will help you during the release of WotLK Classic and beyond when playing secondary characters.

In doing so, we will reveal tricks that allow you to level faster and provide you with hints on what to keep in mind if you want to accomplish even more on your way to the new max level. You will also find here the advantages of different leveling methods.

Note that the most efficient leveling method for most players usually consists of a combination of all our tips. Switch between activities and combine them for maximum yield.

Note: If your server is too full, leveling may take longer because too many people want to complete the same quests. Blizzard offers free server transfers at release and for 25 € you can also purchase transfers to get to less populated realms.

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1. Switch areas late

In Northrend, different leveling areas are available to you, but you can only quest there at a higher level. However, it is worth not switching as soon as you can, but at least finishing the quest hub in the old area you are currently in.

If you are one or two levels above the level intended for the area, you can defeat enemies significantly faster. Quests become easier for you and you can even complete group quests easily alone.

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Even if the quests may grant slightly less experience points, you will make up for it through the higher speed. With your lead, the next area you want to switch to will also feel easier, and you won’t struggle too long against stronger enemies.

Certain addons also help you with leveling in WotLK Classic. Questing is best for leveling when:

  • you enjoy being alone or in small groups
  • you want to see the world or catch rare mobs
  • you want to collect materials while leveling and maximize professions directly to level 80

Tip: If you want to make some gold while leveling, a short grinding session can also be worthwhile. This means you repeatedly kill enemies that drop certain items. Check your auction house for items that can currently earn gold.

While leveling, you can also admire the first in-game cinematic that WoW ever had:

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2. Play dungeons with groups

Throughout Northrend, you will find dungeons that provide you with concentrated loot and experience points. With dull dungeon grinds, you can level up the fastest, but only if you have a well-coordinated group.

For dungeons, you usually need a group of 5 players that you need to form first. This can be well combined with regular questing: use the LFG tool, which replaces the dungeon finder, to look for a group while leveling.

You still need to travel to the dungeon, but you will receive a huge chunk of experience there. Additionally, the loot from the dungeon significantly improves your equipment. This makes future runs and quests much easier for you.

Dungeons are best for leveling when:

  • you have a fixed group of 5 players that you can coordinate with
  • you have quests for dungeons that you want to complete
  • you need equipment and want to continuously improve

3. Buy large bags

What may sound trivial can help you immensely while leveling: larger bags ensure that you have to visit the vendor less often or are generally not overloaded as often. If a quest item no longer fits in your bags, you will have to sort first.

This only costs a few seconds, but if it happens frequently, the time can add up quickly. Sufficient bag space and a good overview are therefore important.

With WotLK, there are new bags with more spaces. You can often get these cheaply because tailors increase their skill with them. As a rule of thumb: take the smaller, current bags, as they generally have the best cost/benefit ratio.

WoW BC Classic Bagnon Addon Bank
Plenty of bag space is important for leveling. The Bagnon addon helps you organize.

4. Use elixirs, buff food, and more

If you are fresh out of Burning Crusade, you may still have double-warpers, crispy serpents, or spicy river crabs in your inventory, along with a few elixirs from the last raid. Healing and mana potions or even drums from leatherworkers can also make your journey significantly easier.

With level 80, however, you will already receive significantly better consumables and will not use the old ones anymore. So consume everything you have on your way to max level.

The buffs may seem weak, but with their duration and the combination of different effects, you can save considerable time, such as pulling one more mob and surviving or dealing more damage.

If you have some gold left, you can also scour the auction house to see if you can find some bargains. Often, players try to sell their stock at high prices towards the end of an expansion and at the start of a new one. So don’t spend too much gold on “old stuff”.

Consumables like spell threads, armor sets, or consumables like battle drums are also not worth hoarding. Use them when you can and make your leveling phase easier. Every buff helps, especially in dungeons.

Important: Buy glyphs! These significantly improve your character and have been available since the WotLK pre-patch. Some of the best glyphs, however, may only be learned by scribes now, so keep an eye on the auction house.

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5. Set your hearthstone

This tip may seem obvious to many, but can save you valuable minutes. If you still have your hearthstone set in Shattrath, change it as soon as possible. There are two optimal uses:

  1. Dalaran as the new capital with portals to all cities for flexibility
  2. The inn of your current quest hub, to save yourself the return trip

The first option is especially useful for players who want to list all their items in the auction house and do not have a bank character. The second option is aimed at fans of power-leveling, who do not want to waste a second.

In any case: Use your hearthstone. Keeping it “just in case” usually results in wasting the cooldown and spending several minutes traveling on foot instead.

Bonus: Use heirlooms as soon as they are available

With WotLK, heirlooms were introduced in World of Warcraft at the time. These are account-bound items that level up with you as you progress. In their old version, they still increase the experience you earn from kills and quests.

The limit for heirlooms is level 70. Beyond that, their use is only limited. If you want to play a second character, however, they are the ideal replacement for the “Skyward Journeys” buff, which is now gone.

A detailed guide to heirlooms will be available soon here on MeinMMO.

All information about Wrath of the Lich King can be found in our overview:

WoW WotLK Classic: Release, Pre-Patch, Beta – All information about the new expansion

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WoW WotLK Classic: How do I get to Northrend? Here’s how to get to the Fjord and the Tundra

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How to enter the Wrath of the Lich King Classic and the Borean Tundra and Howling Fjord? We will show you which path you need to take in WoW Classic.

Finally, the time has come. On the night of September 26 to September 27, the gates of Wrath of the Lich King Classic will open and hundreds of thousands of players will stream back to Northrend to complete their quests. However, many players are under the misconception that Horde and Alliance have fixed starting points where they must begin their journey.

This is not the case. You can choose from two starting areas, and this applies to both factions. We will tell you how to reach the “Borean Tundra” or the “Howling Fjord” as a Horde or Alliance player.

Is there a starting quest for Northrend? No. Just travel to your chosen starting area (as described below). You will then receive your first missions at the respective camp in Northrend and can start directly from there.

How to get to Northrend as a Horde player

Two starting areas are available with different quests. In the Borean Tundra, you will experience the first part of the Nexus War with the blue dragonflight, as well as conflicts with strange robotic gnomes and Nerubians. In the Howling Fjord, the Forsaken are trying to reclaim land from the Vrykul.

How to get to the Borean Tundra as Horde

The path to the Borean Tundra is seen by many Horde players as the “standard route.” This is mainly because the connection to the Tundra takes place directly through the capital of the Horde, Orgrimmar.

If you want to start your journey in the Borean Tundra, you need to ascend the zeppelin tower southwest of Orgrimmar and wait for the zeppelin there. If you start your journey here, you will arrive directly in the Borean Tundra at the orc outpost “Warsong Hold”.

How to get to the Howling Fjord as Horde

To reach the Howling Fjord as a Horde player, you must first travel to Undercity. Leave the city and head north to the zeppelin tower. Ascend the tower and wait for the zeppelin on the western side of the tower. This zeppelin will take you directly to the Howling Fjord to the first outpost of the Forsaken, the “Harbor of Retribution.”

A trailer sets the mood for Northrend:

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How to get to Northrend as an Alliance player

Just like the Horde, there are two starting areas to choose from. In the Borean Tundra, the focus at the start is on attacks from the Nerubians, but the Naga are also involved. In the Howling Fjord, however, you will deal with Vrykul and their “ascendance” into undeath.

How to reach the Borean Tundra as Alliance

Similar to the Horde, many Alliance players see the start in the Borean Tundra as the “standard route” to kick off in Northrend. If you want to start your journey in the Borean Tundra, you need to visit the harbor of Stormwind. Look for the dock in the northeast, as that is where the correct ship will be.

If you travel to the Borean Tundra this way, the ship will drop you off directly at the outpost “Valiance Keep,” from where you will receive quests immediately.

How to reach the Howling Fjord as Alliance

To advance into the Howling Fjord as an Alliance warrior, you need to choose a somewhat less intuitive route. Travel to the Wetlands (north of Ironforge) and visit the harbor of Menethil.

A new ship docks here at the northernmost pier every few minutes and takes all interested parties directly to Northrend. You will then land in “Valgarde” and can start your journey to level 80 from there.

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Does it matter where you start? Basically yes. Blizzard originally introduced two starting areas to prevent too many players from crowding in the same area. While this is not necessarily a problem with today’s technology, you still have a bit of choice. You can choose the start in Northrend based on your personal preferences.

Have fun in WotLK Classic – but let us know in the comments where you will be taking your first character to level 80.

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“Blizzard holds the wisdom”: Fans of Diablo 2 solve tricky puzzles, find more mysterious messages

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

Blizzard recently presented the community of Diablo 2: Resurrected with a new riddle, which is actually over 12 months old. The fans seem to have found a solution, but it only hides more secrets…

What kind of riddle is this? In the Patch Notes for Update 2.5 for Diablo 2: Resurrected, Blizzard at the end gave a brief hint about mysterious, encrypted messages. Specifically, it says:

We flipped through the old manual of Diablo II and found this confusing entry… What could it mean?

A bunch of fans immediately set out to decode the riddle in a massive community effort. They quickly realized that the text visible in the image refers to the famous “Chat Gem” that adorns the lobbies in Diablo 2.

In fact, just a few hours after release, the code was cracked. Various numbers generate a text according to a so-called book cipher (“Ottendorf cipher”).

This is the solution: The various numbers submitted by countless fans combined result in the story of the different Diablo parts and more. In “Visions,” an individual recounts how the world of Diablo was created and what happened next.

The storylines of Diablo 1, Diablo 2, and Diablo 3 are retold. Even the story of Diablo Immortal is supposed to be included, even though it hadn’t even been released at the time the riddle was introduced in 2021.

Some additional “Visions” tell stories that no one is quite sure what they mean. There may already be a hint about the story of the upcoming Diablo 4. YouTuber Ginger Gaming Mentor summarized the process and the results:

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The community has also documented all results and steps in a Google Doc. Anyone who wants can also contribute there.

However, it is exciting that within the seemingly simple decryption, further messages are hidden. Even though the riddle was solved quickly, many fans now assume that there is more behind it.

“Blizzard owns the wisdom”

This is what the fans have now found: At least two new messages have appeared after decrypting the code. The first is quite obvious. If you line up the initial letters of the visions, you get the sentence: “The Gem Is Allseeing”.

What exactly this refers to is still unclear. However, there is another hidden message. Some of the codes that the Chat Gem outputs seem to be incorrect. Ginger Gaming Mentor has taken the trouble to find a meaning there as well:

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In his video, he explains that the “errors” did not occur accidentally, but result in a new message. If you put them together in the correct order, they supposedly spell out the sentence: “Blizzard Own The Wisdom.”

What does that mean? Ginger Gaming Mentor assumes that this is simply a little self-aggrandizement in which Blizzard clarifies that they distribute the lore. He also believes, like many others, that there is more behind it.

More messages could be hidden in the decoded text, and there is a number that has not yet been solved. Fans suspect that the word “fate” is missing so far, but the fact that no one has found the corresponding number raises further riddles. Some also suspect new recipes for the Horadric Cube that might be hidden somewhere.

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Currently, searches are hot in multiple Discords in the community, and fans are looking for new meanings in the messages. Whether there is one is still uncertain. Some believe they need further hints from Blizzard – after all, that’s where the wisdom lies. Or it might be their “fate” to keep searching.

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WoW: WotLK Classic has launched – Everything about the release in 3 minutes

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 3 minutes

Tonight marks the release of WotLK Classic in World of Warcraft. Time, new class, and changes in overview.

When is the release? The official release of WotLK Classic is at 00:00 on September 27. So in the night between Monday and Tuesday. The time corresponds to 12 am CEST, as seen on Blizzard’s overview map.

WoW Wotlk Classic Release times time 12 am CEST

We provide you here in the overview the most important information about WotLK Classic, so that you are well prepared for the start.

By the way: Even before the release, there are huge queues on at least one German server. Anyone logging in there now won’t make it into the game in time.

Contents of WotLK Classic at a glance

– Max Level: Level 80
– New Areas: Continent Northrend with 10 areas
– Capital: Dalaran
– New Class: Death Knight
– New Profession: Inscription
– New dungeons and new raids
– Heroic raids
– Barbers in the cities to customize your appearance
– Dual talent specialization
– NO Dungeon Finder

New Class: The Death Knight is the new class that you could already level in the prepatch. There are Death Knights with Frost, Blood, and Unholy specializations in the talent trees. Anyone creating a new Death Knight starts directly at level 55. You can create your first Death Knight per realm without prerequisites.

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New Continent: The journey of WotLK brings you to Northrend. On the snowy continent, you will encounter the armies of the Lich King, who have settled in many places. The fight against the undead is the focus of dungeons and raids.

New Profession: In WotLK Classic, you will begin the new profession of Inscription. By milling herbs, you can produce pigments and thus ink, which is used to create glyphs and more. With glyphs, you can enhance or change abilities. Anyone can use the glyphs and acquire them from scribes or the auction house.

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The starting zones and map: You can start leveling in Northrend in two different starting zones.

  • The Borean Tundra
  • The Howling Fjord

Both areas are suitable for leveling from level 68 to 72. Even if you haven’t reached level 70 in TBC Classic, you can start in Northrend with level 68.

WoW Wotlk Northrend map overview areas zones
On the overview map, you can see all zones/areas of Northrend

Where is there PvP? In the area of Wintergrasp, there will regularly be battles where Alliance and Horde fight for temporary control of the area. Every three hours, you will receive a notification in the outdoor area of Wintergrasp and also in the capital Dalaran that the battle for Wintergrasp is about to begin. Those staying in the outdoor area receive an invitation to the queue. Those in Dalaran can speak to an NPC to join the queue.

The battle will run instanced. Similar to what you know from Alterac Valley.

As the lead developers explained to us in an interview, there is still open PvP in Wintergrasp. Although you only see the actual fortress for your faction, provided that a member of your faction has won the battle on your server, the outer areas with elementals and so on remain open to all.

This was our brief overview of the launch of WotLK Classic in World of Warcraft. Blizzard has added further changes and restrictions to the Classic version of the popular addon that were not present at the original release of the expansion.

What else is changing for the release of WotLK you can find out here on MeinMMO.

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1 year after release, the MMORPG New World has more players than it has had in months – Why?

Mark Sellner Mark Sellner Reading time 3 minutes

On September 28, 2021, New World was released and attracted nearly a million players simultaneously at launch almost exactly a year ago. However, the game then fell rapidly. Now, so many fans have returned that we haven’t seen since February. But what is the reason for this? We at MeinMMO summarize.

What happened to New World? At the release of the MMORPG from Amazon, the game received surprisingly good feedback. Almost a million players gathered simultaneously at the start of the new world on Steam.

However, frustration spread quickly. Some didn’t like the gameplay, while others left the game due to numerous bugs.

The player numbers of New World shrank quickly, reaching their lowest point in June 2022. Only 22,565 players were playing simultaneously on the best day of the month. That is only about 2.5% of the player counts from launch.

What is happening now in New World? Since August, however, the numbers of active fans have been rising again. Initially, it was only a small increase, but in September New World achieved a player peak of 45,745 simultaneous players, nearly doubling the numbers from June.

So many people haven’t played New World since February. And this, even though there hasn’t been a major update recently. So why the significant increase in players in the MMORPG?

New World also looks stunning, just like 4 other MMORPGs:

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Twitch Streamers Are Coming Back

What does New World look like on Twitch? A closer look shows that Twitch numbers are also rising again. This is due to large and well-known streamers returning to the MMORPG. MMORPG giant Asmongold, among others, has stated that New World is slowly finding its place and knows what it wants to be.

Even the huge streamer Summit1g was drawn into a stream of New World. This is particularly noteworthy because he was one of the few major Twitch streamers who wasn’t part of the New World hype during the launch.

The well-known MMORPG YouTuber TheLazyPeon also recently released a video in which he re-evaluates New World in 2022 and finds many positive words (via YouTube).

Since the player numbers were already very high initially, this already shows that there is a significant interest in the game. New World has improved in many areas over the past year. Streams could not only attract brand new players but also entice some old fans to return.

The Mood on Reddit is Changing: Reddit is also a source for many gamers when it comes to their favorite games. The mood in the reddit for New World is becoming increasingly positive towards the game.

At launch, things looked different; the general sentiment was rather negative and influenced by the many bugs and game errors at the release. However, currently, more and more threads are appearing where people are returning to New World and having a lot of fun.

One of these threads can be seen here:

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This could also lead to New World being able to captivate more people again.

A Huge Update is Coming

Brimstone Sands is Coming Soon: In addition to the media influence, there is simply more content on the way. The last major update already brought a new expedition and great features that fans have long wished for.

The next major patch, Brimstone Sands, is already on the horizon. It is expected to be the largest update for the MMORPG so far and will bring more story and a completely new zone reminiscent of Egypt, along with a new weapon.

The weapon is a greatsword. Fans have long wished for it, and it will soon find its way into the MMORPG. When exactly the update will arrive is currently still uncertain. However, you can already play on the test server.

All the information about the update can be found in our video:

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New World: This is what to expect in the largest update so far

A Lot Has Improved: Overall, New World has used the past year to work on itself. The MMORPG has been improved in many areas and is slowly but surely managing to win back lost players.

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly why New World has gained a significant surge of active fans right now. Nevertheless, it seems that the increase is continuing. Especially if Brimstone Sands actually goes live, there could be another sharp rise.

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What do you currently think of New World? Are you playing the MMORPG again or perhaps still? What bothered you back then when you stopped? And are you currently interested in checking back into Aeternum? Feel free to let us know your opinion in the comments here at MeinMMO; we are curious about your thoughts.

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Play FIFA 23 with EA Play earlier now – All information about start and time

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The early access to FIFA 23 is around the corner. Everything about the 10-hour trial, the start time, and the early access with the Ultimate Edition is covered here.

Update, September 26, 4:00 PM: The 10-hour trial with EA Play is now accessible. On PlayStation, for instance, you need to check the PS Store to start the trial version. It looks like this:

FIFA 23 Test
Look for the version in the store
FIFA 23 Test
The start button will be unlocked in the main menu
FIFA 23 Test
This is what the EA Play test version looks like in the main menu
On PlayStation, the trial is now available

Start issues of the FIFA 23 trial on PC

Meanwhile, there appear to be login issues on PC. Players are receiving an anti-cheat message, for example. This is already being discussed by several players in the FIFA subreddit – but it doesn’t seem to affect everyone (via reddit). The community is already looking for the first solutions to the issues.

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Some players are currently receiving these screens when trying to start the FIFA 23 trial on PC

Users on Xbox can already access the FIFA 23 Ultimate Edition with the “New Zealand trick” if they have pre-ordered. More about this can be seen below.

We have updated this article for the release of the trial. Here is the continuation of the original article.

When does FIFA 23 start? There are various official dates for the start of FIFA 23.

  • The Ultimate Edition officially starts for pre-orders on September 27, 2022
  • The same applies to the limited early access via the EA Play trial
  • The Standard Edition will be available on September 30 – this is also the official release date for FIFA 23.

There is currently no demo for FIFA 23. However, it seems like one could already start playing FIFA 23 from today, September 26, 2022 – at least under certain conditions.

While you wait for the launch of FIFA 23, you can start assembling a team in the web app. Tips for a strong and inexpensive Bundesliga starter team can be found here:

Play FIFA 23 on September 26 – Everything about the 10-hour trial

Update: The trial is now available on September 26, at 4:00 PM. However, there seem to be problems on PC, players may receive anti-cheat messages and 404 errors.

When does the FIFA 23 trial start? Actually, the limited trial for EA Play users was supposed to start on September 27. However, if you check the launcher on PC for the start for EA Play users, September 26 is already indicated as the start date.

FIFA 23 start Ea Play Trial

According to information from our colleagues at GameStar, the start has also been confirmed for today at 4:00 PM. Accordingly, the 10-hour trial should already be available today for EA Play users who want to play. On PC with EA Play Pro, the time-unlimited version should even be available.

Still, there is another way to play before the official FIFA 23 release.

More about FIFA 23 on MeinMMO:

What about the Ultimate Edition? Everything about the Xbox trick with New Zealand

When does the FIFA 23 early access for the Ultimate Edition start? Pre-orders of the Ultimate Edition can officially start on September 27, likely at 00:00. However, there has been a trick in previous years to play earlier on Xbox. You just have to switch your Xbox to the New Zealand time zone.

  • Go to your Xbox settings
  • Select the settings for language and location
  • Change your location to “New Zealand”

The start in New Zealand at 00:00 corresponds to 13:00 here. In the past, this has allowed players to access the game earlier on Xbox – this time it might work as well.

What the game contains is shown in the FIFA 23 trailer:

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FIFA 23: Gameplay trailer shows new features – What makes it different from FIFA 22?

What about PlayStation? On PS5 or PS4, the trick might not be advisable, as you would need to create a new account with the corresponding time zone and continue using it.

If you want to get a little insight into FIFA 23: Here is a first impression of the gameplay in FIFA 23.

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FIFA 23: 3 Tips for the 10-Hour Trial – How to Not Waste Your Time

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In FIFA 23, players can use EA Play to access a 10-hour trial version to get started before the official release. How can you make the best use of this time for Ultimate Team?

What is a trial like? The trial is a time-limited 10-hour version of FIFA 23 that players with an EA Play account can download and play. The official launch is on September 27, 2022, but it seems access might be available as early as September 26.

Once the 10 hours are up, you will need to set the game aside and can then play the Standard Edition at the FIFA 23 release starting Friday, September 30 if you choose to buy it.

It’s different if you pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition – it can be played as early as September 27.

Many players use the trial not just to test the game, but also to gain some advantages in Ultimate Team. Here are 3 tips on how to make the most of the trial.

1. Completely close FIFA 23 when you are not playing

Why is this important? This tip applied to previous FIFA titles and should be important this time as well: You should completely close the game when you are not playing. Do not just return to the main menu or minimize your window, but fully close the game.

The reason for this is clear: If the game continues running in the background of your console or PC, you risk the time ticking down.

2. Ultimate Team: Use your time for games and coin boosts

Best way to use 10 hours in FIFA 23: The best thing you can do in the FIFA 23 trial to earn coins is: Play. Don’t waste your time opening packs or doing SBCs, but try to get your team on the pitch as quickly as possible.

Especially, you can earn coin boosts from season progress or through bonuses to gain more coins per match. This way, you’ll be on a good path to quickly fill up your coin balance.

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Many reward animations in the game take a lot of time

Also pay attention to tasks and objectives: In FIFA 23, there are plenty of objectives and tasks you can complete in Ultimate Team. Some of them provide coin boosts, packs, or at least XP for season progress. It’s best to get a quick overview before starting your matches. Because if you meet the conditions of certain objectives, you can earn some extra rewards “on the side.”

3. Trading, SBCs, Rewards – Head to the Web App

What about my rewards? Of course, you also earn coins when you open packs in Ultimate Team, sell players, and collect rewards. But: You do not need to use your trial time for that.

Searching and bidding on the transfer market, checking your club, pack animations, collecting objective rewards – that can take a lot of time. It’s better to use the Web App for such tasks – there you can complete all “organizational” tasks in Ultimate Team just as well and not lose any trial time.

Important here: Make sure to exit Ultimate Team on your console or PC and return to the main menu before you close your game and switch to the Web App. Otherwise, you will be banned from logging in because you are considered still logged in on your other device for a few minutes.

The FIFA 23 launch at MeinMMO:

Does the trial version only have Ultimate Team?

What can you do in the trial? Even though the 10-hour trial is time-limited, you can access everything in terms of content. If you are not particularly interested in FUT bonuses, it might be worth checking out the other modes.

If you use the trial as a demo alternative to see if the new FIFA title is for you, you should not just look at Ultimate Team. While this mode is the largest in FIFA 23, it’s not for everyone.

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FIFA 23: Trailer shows new features in career mode

In Career Mode, for example, you can lead the club of your dreams to the top of the world. Over the past few years, some changes have been made: In FIFA 21, the career mode was outfitted with deeper managerial elements, which are still there. Since FIFA 22, you can also build your very own club.

The Career Mode is great for getting a feel for the game and getting into the gameplay. It can also be played well with friends on the couch – together against the AI. Alternatively, you can compete against each other in the Kick-Off mode. Volta or Pro Clubs are also available.

As a PC player, you should take a closer look at how you perceive the new FIFA 23 – as the version has finally caught up technically to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This also brings many new animations and a slightly different gameplay feel to the game.

On Twitch, FIFA 23 has been observed since the weekend: Some German streamers have been right up there.

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CoD: Modern Warfare 2 – When does the beta end? Here is what you should still do

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The beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 ends this evening at 7:00 PM German time. So you still have a bit of time to thoroughly test the new aspects of the game. However, if you want to grab the exclusive rewards, you should hurry up.

What rewards are available? By participating in the Open Beta of Modern Warfare 2, you gain access to exclusive rewards such as weapon blueprints, operator skins, and emblems. To earn these rewards, you need to reach a certain level. The rewards are spread over a total of 30 tiers.

Here you can watch the trailer for the new Gunsmith:

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CoD Modern Warfare 2: Gunsmith Trailer

How do you level up? To level up, you really just need to play the game. However, there is a little trick to earn a bit more experience points.

In Call of Duty, there are daily challenges that reward you with plenty of experience points. For example, you need to achieve 5 kills with a pistol in a match.

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Use the beta to test different setups, but be careful with your component choices: The Field Upgrade “Dead Silence” can reveal your position to enemies.

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The rewards at a glance

  • Animated emblem – unlocked at level 2
  • Weapon charm – unlocked at level 4
  • Animated player card – unlocked at level 6
  • Weapon sticker – unlocked at level 10
  • “Side-Impact” weapon blueprint – unlocked at level 15
  • Collision operator skin – unlocked at level 18
  • Player vinyl – unlocked at level 19
  • Weapon sticker – unlocked at level 21
  • Vehicle skin – unlocked at level 26
  • “Frontal-Impact” weapon blueprint – unlocked at level 30

How do you like the beta for CoD MW2? Have you unlocked all the rewards yet? Or do you still need to put in some extra time? Feel free to leave us your comments.

In the Warzone community, there are repeated accusations that well-known streamers are cheating. A Twitch streamer is said to have cheated in CoD: Warzone but is now defending herself.

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New Bow from Destiny 2 Excites Players – Gives You Bonus Damage When You Miss

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On the weekend, players could earn the new Trials bow “Pfeiffer’s Favor” in its master version in Destiny 2. The perk “Kill Clip” is considered by players to be the god roll and thus the strongest option for the weapon. However, a new perk from Season 18 could be the much better choice as it automatically grants bonus damage, even if your shots are not accurate.

Which weapon is it? The current Season 18 introduced two new weapons into the loot pool of the “Trials of Osiris”. A new shotgun and for the first time, also a bow called “Pfeiffer’s Favor”. It is just a reimagining of the “Whispering Plate” that was released in Season 11, but with significantly better stats.

This weekend, one could earn the kinetic bow for the first time in the master version for a flawless run to the Lighthouse. Many players prioritized its “Light Frame” with the “Kill Clip” perk as the god roll. Especially since it is also the first bow that can drop with it.

However, a few content creators, like Legoleflash, now say: “Don’t be blinded by it!” They, along with us at MeinMMO, have identified another strong perk favorite that is better than “Kill Clip”, especially when aiming down sights rather than firing from the hip.

“Pfeiffer’s Favor” – The new bow from the Trials of Osiris

These two perks vie for the title of favorite: “Pfeiffer’s Favor” can drop with both “Kill Clip” and the new perk “Direct Shot to the Gut”. However, upon closer inspection, the advantages of the latter outweigh.

  • The perk “Kill Clip” causes increased damage when reloading after a kill. This grants you exactly 33% more damage for 5.5 seconds in Season 18. But only if you can make a kill with it.
  • “Direct Shot to the Gut”, on the other hand, increases body shot damage when aiming down sights and reduces target acquisition. This, unlike “Kill Clip”, is a passive 20% damage bonus that is always active. And this even applies to inaccurate shots, i.e., body shots, when aiming down sights.

With the perk “Direct Shot to the Gut”, “Pfeiffer’s Favor” can not only offer free extra damage, a quick draw time, and a slight speed boost. It is also very forgiving with misses. In PvP, your damage with a body shot increases from 86 to 103.

Additionally, you should not be deterred by its “Light Frame”, which is known for its rather poor time-to-kill values. “Pfeiffer’s Favor” has extremely good precision stats to compensate, making you quickly forget this downside.

As shown impressively by Legoleflash in his video, which is also a tribute to lightweight bows. In it, he explains in detail why the new perk is his favorite.

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Forget Kill Clip – The new perk from Season 18 is better, says Legoleflash.

With a precision value of 38, the bow has a higher precision than any other bow in the game with a “Light Frame”. For comparison: Thornbite has 32 points. Every other bow of this legendary archetype ranks even lower, with stats around 20.

On the website destinymassivebreakdowns.com, you can view the exact base stats of all currently available bows in the game in a detailed overview:

All bows at a glance. (Source: destinymassivebreakdowns.com)

Legoleflash recommends the following perk combo:

  • Polymer String
  • Fiber-Optic Arrow Shaft
  • Mobile Target (Optional would be Deadly Wind or Tunnel Vision.)
  • Direct Shot to the Gut
  • Masterwork: Draw Time

For PvE, in addition to “Direct Shot to the Gut”, you might consider “Cornered” and “Onslaught”.

In addition to the regular perk benefits, you also have the choice between three optional origin traits.

  • Quickness: for improved reload speed, stability, aim assist, and range when you are the last living member of your fireteam or fighting solo.
  • A Quiet Moment: Grants increased reload speed outside of combat.
  • Veist Spike: This grants bows a faster draw speed.

Quickness is slightly better suited for this bow than Veist Spike. With the perk combo mentioned above, you have already reached the maximum draw speed of 500.

In this combination, the new bow essentially plays like a constant 2-tap hand cannon. However, this is only true if you keep a few things in mind.

This is what the god roll of “Pfeiffer’s Favor” looks like with the recommended traits.

This is how to play the bow correctly: To trigger the perk, you have to adjust your playstyle a little. Especially if you have preferred firing from the hip.

For “Direct Shot to the Gut” to work, you must always aim down sight and then draw the bowstring. You cannot “pre-load”. However, once you get the hang of this adjustment, the combination of movement boost and 2-body-shot kills is really impressive and absolutely worth the effort.

If you’re interested in more about Destiny 2 this might interest you as well:

Have you already gotten the weapon in Destiny 2? Then let us know what perks you had. Feel free to tell us in the comments if you also think that “Direct Shot to the Gut” can outperform “Kill Clip”.

If you don’t spend much time in PvP, we recommend the current story of Destiny 2. There, an old character, whom many players have hoped for years, is now revealed:

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