Destiny 2: Bungie employee wanted to be more – Now she has likely lost her job because of it

Britta ♤ BeAngel 8. September 2022 Reading time 5 minutes

Blake, for example, writes under the YouTube video:

The problem in this situation is that she was hired as a “employee,” but allegedly does the work expected of an “engineer.” The correct procedure would be to either request a real title change within the company corresponding to the work she is performing, or simply refuse to perform work that does not fall under her officially assigned role. Instead, she changes her job title on social media without the official support of the company for which she works, which understandably upsets both the people with the position she claims to have and the people who actually work in the same role as she does.
Blake writes in the YouTube comments

And Malcolm Fitzpatrick believes that Twitter is the worst place to clean up something like that.

First of all, she publicly complained on Twitter. That’s one of the worst places for something like that. Twitter is not your friend. Especially when your boss knows your account. If you’re doing more than you’re supposed to, then ask for more. Don’t be petty, but clever.
is Malcolm Fitzpatrick’s opinion on this via YouTube

And the player mounte45 also notes:

We have of course not heard the whole story, but judging by her responses on Twitter, I would say she was probably a nuisance. […] In HR, people are usually not fired for a single disagreement or incident, as this occurs with people with differing viewpoints and opinions […]. My guess is that she didn’t behave professionally at work and had a disagreement with her colleague. […]
explains player mounte45 via YouTube

What do you think about the incident? Would you also publicly change your job title because you actually do much more? Do you think there’s more to the dismissal or is it just the disappointed frustration of a former employee who misbehaved? Feel free to leave your personal opinion in the comments.

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In Destiny 2, players sometimes get an official behind-the-scenes look at Bungie. Employees share their findings or report on game development. However, last week there was a glimpse of a different kind when a former Bungie employee publicly aired her disappointment about her dismissal on Twitter.

Which employee is it? The former Bungie employee in question is Elisabeth Pring. She was employed at Bungie as a “Test Associate” and was also quite active on Twitter within the Destiny community.

She caused Bungie to trend on Twitter with nearly 9000 likes when she protested publicly against her dismissal and former employees of Bungie from her account.

Today is my last day at Bungie, I have been fired. Apparently, I created a hostile work environment […] and because I confronted colleagues after they reported me using anonymous internal tools.
writes Elisabeth Pring, a former Bungie employee via Twitter

This first post was followed by others in which she shared her perspective, gaining even more attention.

Especially the statement “the moment there is criticism, you get fired and it breaks my heart” triggered her followers and also the Destiny community.

You can see the full post on Twitter here:

https://twitter.com/710wonderdev/status/1565822095594262528

Why was she fired from Bungie? According to her own statement, the reason for her dismissal was that she unilaterally changed the job title “Test Associate,” for which Bungie officially hired her, in her social media profiles to “Test Engineer” and also refused to change it back.

She emphasizes that she and many other employees from various teams allegedly agreed that their “work goes far beyond that of a Test Associate role.”.

I was hired as a Test Associate, yes, but I’ve actually been doing the work of a Test Engineer the whole time…
the former employee emphasizes several times

Elisabeth says about her dismissal: “I am devastated […] a wreck, […] confused and angry.

Additionally, she apparently expressed her frustration about parking in Seattle and received some negative reactions from current Bungie employees as well.

These events are said to have ultimately angered some of her colleagues at the Destiny 2 developer to the point where they spoke about her behind her back with HR. She assumes that this ultimately led to her dismissal.

Elisabeth does not name any specific individuals on Twitter. She only says: “You know who you are,” and followed this statement with several further explanatory tweets, which ultimately led to a witch hunt against various Bungie employees by the Destiny community.

Moreover, she also apparently posted a snippet of a personal chat with Pete Parsons, Bungie’s CEO, on Twitter.

Regarding the screenshot, she writes why she went public: “I spoke out publicly because things weren’t happening internally, but I went through the proper channels.”.

She also publicly posts her chat history with Pete Parsons, Bungie’s CEO.

Additionally, she publicly accused Bungie’s Senior Creative Lead Tom Farnsworth of stalking her and hopes he likes her cannabis profile banner.

In this post, she mentions Bungie’s Senior Creative Lead Tom Farnsworth.

Is there a statement from Bungie? No. We have personally reached out to our contacts at Bungie and requested a statement. However, so far there has been no official statement from the developer regarding the incident.

Additionally, Elisabeth herself has now also made it clear that she did not actually intend to incite a witch hunt against Bungie or its employees.

On September 4, she posted a call to the Destiny community on Twitter:

Hey, I want the community to stop reaching out to my former coworkers. […] I have always risen in my life and will continue to do so because I love learning and improving the community around me. […] I will not let a company dictate who I am when I have repeatedly proven that I am bigger than the box they want to put me in.
Elisabeth calls on the Destiny community via Twitter

What does the community say about the dismissal?

The insights were at least surprising and very open for players. Normally, former employees only publicly thank Bungie or report on their good time before starting a new job.

Thanks to Elisabeth, one got a very one-sided insight, but it was obviously all the more interesting. Nevertheless, not everyone knows what to make of it.

On Twitter, many initially expressed their dismay at the events. Elisabeth has even already received new job offers from other developers there.

However, after Destiny 2 content creator LUCKYY10P repeatedly addressed the drama surrounding the former employee on YouTube, there were also critical voices.

Here, especially the fact came to the fore that she ultimately made a decision on her own discretion that she did not have the right to make.

Blake, for example, writes under the YouTube video:

The problem in this situation is that she was hired as a “employee,” but allegedly does the work expected of an “engineer.” The correct procedure would be to either request a real title change within the company corresponding to the work she is performing, or simply refuse to perform work that does not fall under her officially assigned role. Instead, she changes her job title on social media without the official support of the company for which she works, which understandably upsets both the people with the position she claims to have and the people who actually work in the same role as she does.
Blake writes in the YouTube comments

And Malcolm Fitzpatrick believes that Twitter is the worst place to clean up something like that.

First of all, she publicly complained on Twitter. That’s one of the worst places for something like that. Twitter is not your friend. Especially when your boss knows your account. If you’re doing more than you’re supposed to, then ask for more. Don’t be petty, but clever.
is Malcolm Fitzpatrick’s opinion on this via YouTube

And the player mounte45 also notes:

We have of course not heard the whole story, but judging by her responses on Twitter, I would say she was probably a nuisance. […] In HR, people are usually not fired for a single disagreement or incident, as this occurs with people with differing viewpoints and opinions […]. My guess is that she didn’t behave professionally at work and had a disagreement with her colleague. […]
explains player mounte45 via YouTube

What do you think about the incident? Would you also publicly change your job title because you actually do much more? Do you think there’s more to the dismissal or is it just the disappointed frustration of a former employee who misbehaved? Feel free to leave your personal opinion in the comments.

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Broken Ranks is considered a hidden gem among MMORPGs – Presents its plans for 2023

Anny 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

The free MMORPG Broken Ranks was released in 2022 and is a real insider tip. The developers are now presenting the roadmap for the upcoming year and making some changes.

The developers of Broken Ranks are Whitemoon, an indie studio from Poland. On the official website of the MMORPG, they explain in a longer post what content players can expect in the future.

For 2023, they plan new content and activities for all players:

More instances, including dungeons and raids. A new instance for levels 60 to 80 and one for level 120 is planned.
The main story will continue.
A new zone called Thalia will be added to the game.
New epic items

Additionally, Whitemoon is preparing to release Broken Ranks as a version for your mobile devices next year. So far, the MMORPG is only playable on PC.

In the video, you can see the trailer for Broken Ranks:

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Broken Ranks – Offizieller Launch Trailer

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Revision of the previous roadmap

The developers released the first part of the roadmap in February and have already introduced the first major update. However, there are now a few changes for the last quarter, especially concerning the balance of the game.

An update for guilds was planned, which was supposed to introduce guild wars. They have now postponed that indefinitely and are instead focusing on a revision of the current PvP system. They want to make it more exciting and interesting for both veterans and new players.

In PvE, the developers also want to make several changes, as players say it is unbalanced. They also plan to update and balance the equipment. Therefore, they are postponing promised items to next year so they are directly compatible with the rest of the equipment.

Broken Ranks was already released in early 2022

What kind of game is this? Broken Ranks is a theme park MMORPG from 2022 that is set in the Middle Ages and features 2.5D graphics. Visually, it resembles a painting and is beautiful, even though it does not have the latest graphics.

Due to its unique appearance and distinctive combat system, players of Broken Ranks refer to the MMORPG as an insider tip.

These contents are offered by Broken Ranks:

Countless quests and an extensive story
You play a character who has lost his family and homeland to the evil Utor. The story is quite dark.
The combat system is turn-based. You face your opponent and can spend action points in each round.
Various classes, including archer, druid, knight, and voodoo, a spiritual class
Dungeons and raids that you can tackle as a group
Crafting and trading between players
A shop without pay-to-win content and a special premium currency that you can exchange or gift in-game
A complete German localization

What do you think of the roadmap of Broken Ranks? What do you think of the changes to the current roadmap and the announcements for 2023? Are you looking forward to the new content? What level have you reached? Or are you new and considering checking out the MMORPG? Feel free to write to us in the comments here on MeinMMO!

The MMORPG New World is also set in the Middle Ages:

New World: The largest update for the MMORPG attracts new players, but one problem deter many

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The hottest Pandaren from WoW returns in Dragonflight

Cortyn 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

In Dragonflight, the most notorious Pandaren from World of Warcraft returns. And he will set things on fire again…

More and more players are getting a first impression of the beta of World of Warcraft Dragonflight, and with that, more details are being discovered. The Dragon Isles are full of old characters who want to build a new life here or simply experience an adventure. A Pandaren is coming back, someone you all surely miss painfully:

Nomi is back and he is ready to set things on fire.

Who is Nomi? The newest WoW players might not know who Nomi is, but those who have played since the time of the Legion expansion will probably break out into a cold sweat just by hearing this name.

Nomi was the cooking instructor in Legion, although calling him a “instructor” is quite a stretch. In practice, you drowned Nomi in cooking materials, hoping he would come up with a new recipe that you could use afterward.

WoW Nomi Dalaran Stress Test — A “stress test” in Dalaran caused chaos back then with many Nomis.

In fact, Nomi burned the food completely in (seemingly) 99.99% of all cases, and you only received charred remains.

Since then, Nomi is considered the worst cook in World of Warcraft, whose main ingredient in each dish is clearly “fire”. Nomi was so notorious that the community wanted to blame him in some memes for the burning of Teldrassil.

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In Dragonflight, he of course immediately references his “skills”:

Hello, friend! I have traveled to the Dragon Isles, with hope in my heart, to further refine my craft.
As I understand it, many dragons have a certain preference for the kind of cooking that I have a certain affinity for.

With this, Nomi is, of course, referring to the fiery breath of dragons, which simply ignites food and burns a lot – something Nomi already has plenty of experience with.

Dragonflight brings back many characters: Basically, Dragonflight seems to be an expansion where many old characters reappear and come back into focus. In addition to the major dragon aspects like Alexstrasza, Kalecgos, and Nozdormu, there is also a reunion with Khadgar and also Furorion, who gets into conflict with some other dragons.

Those who have followed the lore of Warcraft over the last two decades will likely find a lot of characters and see how their stories are continued.

A certain author named Schriebsen is also back and is writing a new, risqué romantic novel about a “hot” love night between his protagonist Markus and a dragon lady…

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The biggest streamer on Twitch says: People are selling themselves too cheaply to YouTube – Demands ridiculous amount for a switch

Lydia 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

The former Overwatch pro Félix “xQc” Lengyel is one of the biggest streamers on Twitch. In a stream, he reacts to the switch of some of his colleagues to the competition of YouTube Gaming and says: They made a huge mistake.

These switches are about: YouTube has been actively recruiting streamers from Twitch for some time, offering them lucrative exclusive contracts. One of the first to make the switch was the popular streamer Valkyrae in 2020.

Since then, more and more content creators, including those from Valkyrae’s circle, have gradually decided to move to the red platform. Most recently, YouTube snatched up “100 Thieves” streamer Leslie “Fuslie” Fu, about whose switch there was quite some confusion.

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Now, xQc has weighed in, boasting over 11 million followers, making him one of the giants on Twitch. He says: There was so much more to it.

xQc judges: “They really messed it up.”

Is there a strategy behind the switches? In a stream from September 7, xQc reacted to the video where Fuslie officially announced her move. In the video, YouTube streamers Valkyrae, LilyPichu, and Sykkuno appeared – all of whom have left Twitch in the last 2 years.

These names are often associated with the content group OfflineTV (OTV), which also includes streamers like Pokimane and Disguised Toast. It seems that YouTube is specifically targeting entire groups from Twitch instead of just successful individuals.

For this very reason, the streamers could have approached their switch in a completely different way.

This is what xQc had to say: xQc believes that OTV messed up the switch quite a bit: “Let’s assume everyone is getting 1 to 2 million a year, okay. Let’s do some quick math,” the streamer announced, illustrating his calculation.

You can admire xQc’s math skills in this clip in English.

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xQc assumes that the streamers would have received about 7 million dollars from YouTube in total. However, as a group, they could have demanded significantly more from the platform:

What if OTV had united and said, “You’re not getting any of us to YouTube unless you make us an offer as a group – You buy OTV as a whole for 200 million $.” I mean it seriously.
xQc via Twitch

xQc finds such an offer realistic. After all, you’re buying a cohesive unit, which is worth a lot of money. This method of acquiring entire communities is the future of the industry, according to the streamer.

For this reason, xQc himself would only consider switching for a massive sum.

xQc would only switch with his friends – and that would be really expensive

This is how expensive a switch for xQc would be: For xQc to switch to the red platform with his streaming friends Poke, Jesse, Adin, and Kai Cenat, YouTube would have to be willing to shell out 1 billion $ – as a one-time payment. They wouldn’t accept to receive the money gradually over the years.

A switch by xQc is, however, unlikely, as he could not continue his notorious casino streams on YouTube in this format.

Even though Twitch has lost some important names to the competition of YouTube Gaming, the platform still enjoys quite a monopoly in the streaming space. But what is actually behind their success?

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There is a catch in xQc’s calculation

This error xQc made in his calculation: xQc claimed that OTV should have switched as a group. However, of the mentioned streamers, LilyPichu is the only official member of OfflineTV.

The other streamers often collaborate with the group and are frequently mentioned in the same breath, but they do not have the full weight of the OfflineTV brand behind them.

What do you think? Will YouTube become a serious competitor for Twitch or is the streaming giant out of reach? Is 1 billion $ too much for xQc and his friends, or should YouTube not miss out on this bargain? Please leave us a comment with your opinion.

In 2020, Microsoft pursued a similar plan to YouTube and tried to build competition against Twitch. However, the Mixer project failed miserably. Can YouTube do it better?

YouTube is taking the best pieces from Twitch – Is 2022 doing everything right that Microsoft got wrong in 2020?

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Pokémon GO will soon make postcards much more valuable and link new Pokémon to them

Franzi Korittke 8. September 2022 Reading time 4 minutes

In Pokémon GO, you will receive corresponding postcards when opening gifts. Soon, these postcards are not only expected to be interesting for collectors. We at MeinMMO have looked into what Niantic has planned.

Which postcards are we talking about? Those who receive a gift from a friend in Pokémon GO not only receive various items, stardust, or 7-km eggs, but also a postcard from the respective place the gift comes from.

To enjoy these postcards even after opening them, or to keep your own postcards as memories before sending them, you can secure them in the so-called postcard book for some time now.

However, the postcards have not had a deeper meaning than a nice option for collectors until now. That might change soon, as the PokeMiners, a group of data miners, have found hints in the game code of Pokémon GO that show a new feature that is supposed to bring you a special Pokémon.

Who are the PokeMiners?
The PokeMiners are a group of data miners who regularly search the game code for new information. They then share this information publicly with all other players.

In the past, they have almost always been correct with their predictions about new Pokémon and features. However, these are not official information, which means Niantic can decide at any time to change the data or opt against a release.

They discovered a new function

What was found? As user martycochrane reports in his current reddit post, the PokeMiners have stumbled upon a new interesting feature in the source code during their last search, which could apparently come to the game soon.

According to this, the postcards you receive from your friends’ gifts are to be used not just for collecting, but depending on where the package comes from, they may also grant you a new Pokémon.

To do this, you need to save a certain number of postcards from a specific region in your postcard book to then get an encounter with Vivillon.

The fact that the Pokémon and its pre-evolutions could soon be part of Pokémon GO has been suspected by trainers since the release of the new image on the occasion of the 6th anniversary of Pokémon GO, which shows new Pokémon. On closer inspection, Vivillon could also be discovered.

What kind of Pokémon is Vivillon?

Vivillon is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon from the 6th generation of games. It has the pre-evolutions Spewpa and Scatterbug.

This is what it looks like: While Spewpa resembles a small gray caterpillar and Scatterbug looks like a plush white cocoon, Vivillon represents a beautiful butterfly.

It has numerous forms that differ based on their colors and patterns and can be found in various regions of the earth. Each form is influenced by the respective climate conditions of its habitat.

In which regions can Vivillon be found? Where exactly each form of Vivillon will be found in the future and whether its pre-evolution Spewpa can also be obtained through postcards or will even spawn in the wild is not officially known yet.

A first hint regarding the regions could come from the found map by the PokeMiners from August 4, 2022. This graphic shows a world map with different areas marked in various colors. These markings could indicate the respective locations of the different forms of Vivillon.

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How strong will Vivillon be? The little butterfly and its pre-evolutions will likely not be particularly strong. It will mainly be a Pokémon for collectors. Those looking for a strong Pokémon for raids should rather look for the best attackers in Pokémon GO.

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Trainers say: “This is really one of their best ideas”

The find regarding the new Pokémon in connection with the postcard book is well received in the reddit community. In the past, Niantic had also introduced monsters that were only supposed to be found in specific areas as regional.

For this reason, trainers are glad that they now have the chance to obtain a regional monster without much traveling with such a feature. Furthermore, Niantic also makes the postcard book a bit more interesting for other players with this feature. You can read the following comments on reddit:

Teban54: “So they promote the use of the postcard function… At least it’s not another region. And I have no problem with that.”

repo_sado: “This is really one of their best ideas. Checking gifts every day to find the ones you still need is great. What I wonder is: will Spewpa spawn in the wild locally too? Because that’s a lot of candies if you want to evolve all forms.”

bi-cycle: “Very cool! We can get all forms without having to travel everywhere!”

cedrickterrick: “A glance at the Vivillon map is enough to know it’s going to be crazy still!”

Tarcanus: “As much as I have hated the postcard function, this is a very nice use for it.”

To prevent your postcard book from overflowing and hitting its limits, according to the PokeMiners, there will also be an option to delete several postcards at once. Some players furthermore hope that it will also be possible to increase the storage limit in the postcard book as they are already maxing out the limit of 300.

Whether Niantic decides to allow Vivillon to be obtained through the postcard book soon remains to be seen. Should there be any further information on this, you will, of course, learn about it here at MeinMMO.

What do you think about the idea of earning the regional forms of Vivillon through your friends’ postcards? Are you already actively using the postcard book? Or do you hope that the little butterfly, like other regional Pokémon, should only be found in certain areas? Let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO.

By the way, postcards are not the only thing trainers collect in Pokémon GO. A number of reddit users are showing off their crazy Pikachu collections.

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Which content in MMORPGs is the most boring?

Irina Moritz 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

MMORPGs often offer various types of content for different player groups. Which content does not appeal to you at all?

Large MMORPGs are known for having content that is often very diverse. The goal is to present players with a wide range of content to keep them engaged in the game for as long as possible.

As players, we set out to find the type of content that appeals to us the most. Most of us have gathered enough experience in other MMORPGs. We know which content interests us and which we will completely ignore because it is usually too boring for us.

These can be for example:

Leveling additional characters and classes
Raids and dungeons in the endgame to obtain the best gear
Crafting and collecting resources
Mini-games like cards, pet battles, or racing
Setting up and maintaining housing
Participation in PvP arenas and rankings, etc.

Of course, any content or activity can be boring if not executed well by the developers. However, we want to know which content does not appeal to you fundamentally due to its nature. What does not interest you at all, no matter how much it is praised by other players?

Where is the survey? We will skip our usual survey tool this time. The answers to the question are different for all of us, and we could not accommodate all possible options in a survey.

So tell us which types of content you find the most boring in MMORPGs. Which ones do you avoid completely because just thinking about them makes you yawn? Can this content still be saved for you if changes are made? What would need to be changed in that case?

Let us know in the comments!

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Fans of one of the oldest F2P shooters are getting official servers from Bethesda because they deserve it

Christos Tsogos 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

Fans of Wolfenstein have made it their mission to keep the F2P multiplayer shooter “Enemy Territory” alive for a long time. Now Bethesda is stepping in and even offering official servers for their loyal players to battle on.

What kind of shooter is this? Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory is an online multiplayer shooter that was released on May 29, 2003. In this game, two teams compete against each other. Depending on the game mode, the mission of each team is either to complete objectives or to stop and sabotage the opposing team.

Since its release, many shooter fans have enjoyed this game for good reason. It was made available for free, so you didn’t have to pay a cent and could download the game without any problems and get started right away. However, as with any game, the servers will eventually be taken offline.

“Enemy Territory” was no different. Therefore, fans of the shooter helped each other out by providing their own servers, allowing the game to continue living for a while.

Now, almost 20 years since the release, Bethesda has announced that they too want to provide official servers.

Free servers with original rules

What are these servers? Bethesda provides four official and unmodified servers. This means you can play the shooter in its vanilla version with all the known maps that were available at the time of release. The following regions are covered:

US: Texas
EU: Netherlands
AU: Canberra
UK: London

Additionally, you will only be able to play in the “Campaign” mode by default, where two teams compete against each other with eight players each. Team damage is enabled, so make sure your gun is only aimed at the opponents. Furthermore, there will be an anti-lag feature and no weapon restrictions.

What does the community think? Players celebrate Bethesda’s step. They reminisce about their youth and how much fun the shooter was. Reddit user Spodokom221745 says: “Oh man, I absolutely loved this game back then. Maybe I need to give it another try after all these years!”.

But new players also have the desire to try out the game: “I will probably install it and give it a go. I’ve never played it, but Dirty Bomb is possibly my absolute favorite FPS, and I’m curious to see how it compares.” says user Linkfromsoulcalibur.

How can I join the server? To do this, simply search for the server “id Software Official Vanilla Server – (Region)”. There will be four of them responsible for the respective regions. Now select one of them, and you’re good to go.

Bethesda is aware that the community has invested a lot of time and effort to keep the game alive with mods and servers. Therefore, the developers recommend that if you’re keen on the shooter, you should also check out fan creations. However, if you’re more in the mood for a nostalgic round of Wolfenstein, you can safely access the developers’ servers.

What do you think about Bethesda providing players with more opportunities to play with friends or new fans? Do you plan to give the shooter a chance and try it out? Let us know in the comments!

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The Witcher 4: A New Saga consists of more than one game, tells a huge story

Cortyn 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

Not only Witcher 4, but also at least Witcher 5 and maybe even part 6 – that’s what fans can look forward to, as CD Projekt RED has now confirmed.

When looking back at the major role-playing hits of recent years, “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” is certainly one of the biggest successes. Hardly anyone has not at least heard of the RPG epic featuring Geralt and Ciri – most probably own it in some form for PC or console. After all, the 3rd part of the saga has sold more than 40 million copies.

What was said? During an “Earning’s Call”, which is an investors’ conference, the future of the Witcher franchise was discussed. During this, the CEO of CD Projekt RED, Adam Kicinski, revealed that there will be several Witcher titles telling a new saga.

We are thinking of more than one [game]. The first saga consisted of 3 games and now we are thinking about more than one, and we are in pre-production of the first game of the second Witcher saga.

In plain language, this means there will be several Witcher games in the coming years and that the games of the new saga will likely build on each other to tell a continuous story.

It was quite similar with the first 3 Witcher titles, where decisions had an impact on the plot of the following parts. For instance, in Witcher 3, you could feel the effects of the choices you made in part 2 at many points.

What is the new saga about? So far, very little is known about the story of the new Witcher saga. It is clear that the story featuring Geralt and Ciri is likely concluded. The plot was largely wrapped up with Witcher 3 – so no one should expect to step into the shoes of the former protagonist again.

A first teaser showed a lynx medallion several months ago, which belonged to one of the major witcher schools. Fans speculated there might be a focus on Ciri, but that is not yet confirmed.

What else is known? Unfortunately, relatively little. It is interesting that the newest Witcher title is supposed to be developed in collaboration with Epic Games, as the first title of the new saga will use Unreal Engine 5.

This, however, does not mean that the next Witcher title will only be available in the Epic Games Store. They want the game to be accessible on as many platforms as possible, so no one needs to worry about an exclusive release on one platform or another.

We discussed the announcement of a new Witcher title in our podcast back in March:

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However, no one should expect a release anytime soon. Since the next Witcher title is still in “pre-production”, a release within the next few years seems more than unlikely. So expect no new journey into the Witcher cosmos before 2025.

Anyone who has not yet ventured out with the witcher Geralt should perhaps wait a little longer. Because an updated version of Witcher 3 for the newest console generation is set to be released later this year and should at least bridge the wait for the next big title.

A real cult has formed around “Witcher” – there was even a real Witcher school that trained more than 3,000 witchers.

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Sony has secretly introduced a new version of the PS5 – Aims to save you about 10% on power while gaming

Benedikt Schlotmann 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

Sony has released a new version of the PS5. A YouTuber has now examined it and found that you can save power with the new PlayStation 5. MeinMMO presents the findings.

How can you recognize the new version? Each PS5 console has a version number that indicates the series. So far, all consoles belonged to the series 1100. Behind the cryptic number CFI-1115A is the model number of the console. However, devices with model number 1200 havenow appeared in Australia.

Since August 2022, it has been known that the new consoles are supposed to be significantly lighter than the previous models. However, a YouTuber has discovered further improvements that should particularly please many gamers. MeinMMO explains what this is all about.

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YouTuber disassembles PS5 and tests the changes

Who tested it here? YouTuber Austin Evans and his team are among the most well-known tech YouTubers. With over 5 million subscribers, he is one of the biggest channels alongside Linus Tech Tips.

Now, Evans has disassembled the new PS5 in his current video and examined its components. He and his team noted several changes that Sony made inside the PS5. You can watch the entire video here:

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What are the findings? Sony has significantly changed the internal components. The circuit board, cooling elements, and other parts have become smaller. This makes the console a whole lot lighter again.

The second finding is much more exciting, as the power consumption of the PS5 also decreases due to these changes. Evans tested several games on the new version. During these tests, he found that the console consumes between 20 and 30 watts less. That’s between 10 and 20% less power the console needs.

We cannot tell you if the reduced power consumption affects standby mode or streaming.

Next-gen consoles consume a lot of power: Both the PS5 and the Xbox Series X are quite power-hungry and require around 200 watts during gaming. This is also a reason why you should not use your PS5 for Netflix and Co, as the consumption remains very high here:

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New “PlayStation 5” version requires less material, will more consoles be available soon?

Why is Sony changing its PS5? Manufacturers are known for regularly revisiting their products and making adjustments. Sony is also making new adjustments to its console. In a recent update, the Wi-Fi performance of the PS5 is said to have improved noticeably. Customers will benefit from such changes in the long run.

Furthermore, the consoles require less material in their production. This at least raises hopes that there could be more consoles available for purchase in the future.

More updates for the PS5: Sony regularly releases new updates with features for the PS5 console. Sony has now released a comprehensive update again. Included is a feature that has been eagerly awaited in our editorial team:

Sony finally brings the feature to the PS5 that I’ve been waiting for 2 years

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Xbox guarantees the PS5 new ‘Call of Duty’ games for only a few years – Sony is angry, puts pressure: ‘Not enough’

Schuhmann 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

There is trouble between Sony and Xbox over the game series “Call of Duty“. With Microsoft’s planned acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Xbox would gain the rights to the important shooter series. Sony fears that eventually Call of Duty might not appear on the PlayStation 5. PlayStation head Ryan is reportedly asking for a more comprehensive guarantee.

This is the situation:

Microsoft has been planning to purchase Activision Blizzard since January 2022. For this, they need the approval of several regulatory authorities worldwide.
Sony complained about the purchase in August 2022. They say: Call of Duty is unique and has no competition. This implies that if Xbox has the rights to the series, a dominant market position could arise if Xbox decides not to bring Call of Duty to the PS5.
Xbox head Phil Spencer has countered this impression and guaranteed that Call of Duty will come to PlayStation “for several more years” beyond the current deal. Additionally, Spencer guaranteed PlayStation competitors “feature and content parity.”

Sony, however, wants the Call of Duty game series guaranteed for PlayStation.

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What is the problem? As we discussed in an article on MeinMMO on September 4th, there were 2 open questions after Phil Spencer’s statement:

How long does the existing deal between Sony and Activision Blizzard, which guarantees Call of Duty for PS5, last? It is rumored to last until 2023, but this is not certain.
How long does Phil Spencer’s new guarantee last beyond the deal?

“Not sufficient on many levels”

This is now the new conflict: PlayStation head Jim Ryan has now gone public (via gamesindustry.biz):

I did not intend to comment on what I thought was a private business meeting, but I now feel compelled to clarify matters, as Phil Spencer has made the discussion public.
Microsoft has merely offered that Call of Duty can remain on PlayStation for 3 more years beyond the current agreement.
After nearly 20 years with Call of Duty on PlayStation, this proposal is insufficient on many levels and does not consider the impact on our players. We want to guarantee PlayStation players the best possible Call of Duty experience. Microsoft’s proposal undermines that principle.
Jim Ryan, PlayStation CEO

What does this mean? According to this new information, Call of Duty would likely be safe for PlayStation 5 until 2026 or perhaps 2027 – depending on how long the current deal lasts. Apparently, this is not enough for Sony.

They seem to be looking for a longer guarantee or other concessions.

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Sony applies pressure as long as Microsoft has to be nice

This is what’s behind it: Sony is applying public pressure. This is still possible now. Because Microsoft needs the approval of the regulatory authorities for the purchase. Once the deal is closed, Microsoft doesn’t have to concede anything anymore.

Sony apparently wants to squeeze out a longer term of the guarantee as long as Microsoft still has to be nice.

It is assumed that Microsoft plans to bring the new Call of Duty game into their “flat-rate gaming offer”, in the Xbox Game Pass:

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With a new feature, you can now save a lot of data in Pokémon GO – Here’s how it works

Franzi Korittke 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

In Pokémon GO, trainers often complain about the high data consumption. However, this could finally be over, because with a new feature, you can now save a lot of data in the game. We at MeinMMO show you how it works.

What problem do trainers have? Those who regularly play Pokémon GO and are thus outside their Wi-Fi will certainly have noticed how much data the game uses in a very short time. This is especially annoying when you only have a small data plan.

Niantic has now released a new feature that allows you to download all game data at once, exactly when it suits you. We have summarized what this feature is all about, what data you can download with it, and how it works.

This is the new feature for saving data

What data is loaded? With the new feature, you have the opportunity to load all game data, such as information about the Pokémon, at once. This was not the case in the past. A part of the used data volume was spent on obtaining this information while on the go, especially when you encountered a new monster.

In the past, it could happen that instead of a Pokémon, only a glowing, bright ball was initially displayed on the map. This was particularly noticeable with the strong Galar birds from the adventure smoke.

The reason for this was the missing data about the respective Pokémon at that time, which the game had to obtain from Niantic servers in order to enable you to catch it.

What advantage does the feature have? To ensure that you do not consume unnecessary data while downloading this type of data on the go, you can now download the corresponding data via the new feature using Wi-Fi, thus determining the time yourself.

All the necessary information for the game will then be downloaded at once, even for Pokémon you may not have encountered yet.

If you encounter them in the wild in the future, then the data for that Pokémon will already be available and does not need to be loaded first. This way, you should no longer be shown a glowing ball and only consume data on the actual gaming experience.

How to perform the download

Downloading all game data in Pokémon GO is quite simple. Follow these steps:

Open Pokémon GO and log in with your account.
Click on the Pokéball icon at the bottom of the screen to open the menu.
Now go to the settings, which you can select via the gear icon in the upper right corner.
Scroll down to the point “Advanced Settings” and open it.
Select “Download All Content”.
Now you will receive a prompt asking if you really want to start the download. It will be noted that you must be on Wi-Fi and need enough storage space. If that is the case, confirm the download with “Yes, Download”.

Now the download will start, and your progress will be displayed. At this point, you also have the option to pause the download and continue it later.

How much storage space is needed? According to a look at the comments on reddit, it seems to vary greatly. Values between 100 MB and 825 MB are mentioned there.

I have also tested the new feature for you. I had to download 435 MB. However, you should plan some time, as the download runs relatively slowly at the moment.

When is the feature available? The new feature is already active and can be used by all trainers. It doesn’t matter whether you are using an Android or iOS device.

How often is a download necessary? Since Niantic is constantly introducing new content to the game, you should perform a download from time to time to directly access this data and continue to benefit from lower data consumption.

What do you think of the new feature? Will you now regularly download the data over Wi-Fi to save data on the go? Or do you think that’s too much effort and prefer to accept a somewhat higher data consumption? Please share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.

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Twitch removes a feature that is currently important for small streamers: “Does Twitch not want us to grow?”

Lydia 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

The streaming giant Twitch announces the removal of an important feature. Smaller accounts were able to be better discovered by potential viewers with it. Now they are complaining about the change.

This is the feature in question: On September 6, Twitch announced that the popular host mode will no longer be available starting October 3.

The feature allowed channels to host another account while they themselves were offline. This enabled larger channels to share their reach, and smaller ones had the chance to be more easily discovered.

The host mode was introduced in 2014 to allow streamers to show their viewers another stream when they went offline.

Smaller streamers are mainly affected by the removal of the host mode. But who were actually the first to gain real traction in streaming?

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Twitch believes host mode does not fit the platform

So why does Twitch want to remove host mode? As the streaming platform recently announced via the FAQ of the hosting feature, the experience does not meet the expectations viewers have when they come to Twitch (via Twitch).

Unlike a so-called raid, viewers are not redirected to the hosted channel; they remain on the host’s page and in their chat.

However, viewers expressed the desire to interact with streamers, which the feature prevents. This would also restrict the growth of streamers.

What happens now? With the shutdown of host mode on October 3, the “/host” command and the “Host Channel” stream manager will no longer be available either.

The setting “Autohost” will be replaced by “Suggested Channels.” Twitch recommends adding smaller accounts that one wants to share their reach with to this list of suggested channels. Additionally, streamers could give shoutouts to channels they want to support or send their followers there at the end of their own streams.

Streamers are worried about discoverability

Here are the reactions: On Twitter, the announced change was not well received. Reactions ranged from sorrow to disbelief to anger. Many streamers with smaller reach now fear they will not be easily found anymore.

Some see this as a contradiction from Twitch. After all, the platform itself had said that the mode helps small streamers gain more reach (via Twitter). This raises the question for some as to whether Twitch is even interested in the growth of small streamers.

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Many streamers reported that the host mode had helped them be discovered by new viewers – or that they had themselves found some of their favorite channels through the feature. The German YouTuber and streamer Erik “Gronkh” Range also contributed to the discussion.

Gronkh demanded that streamers be given more freedom to decide. He absolutely could not understand the decision, and raids are not a good substitute, as not all viewers would notice them (via Twitter).

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Are there also positive reactions? Yes, there are actually some. Some users of the streaming platform appreciate the removal of the host mode. It had only caused confusion, as viewers often did not see the streamer they expected (via Twitter).

Furthermore, the removal could prompt streamers to make more use of the raid function, which is already more valuable (via Twitter).

What do you think about the removal of the host mode? Have you had the experience of going to a streamer’s channel and unexpectedly seeing a completely different streamer? Or has it helped you discover a new favorite? Feel free to leave a comment with your opinion.

While the removal of the host mode causes frustration, Twitch recently made an important concession: Streamers now have more freedom to stream on other platforms as well. However, this came with restrictions, which the former golden boy of Twitch immediately took to mock the platform.

DrDisrespect finds a new, innovative way to make fun of Twitch

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Overwatch 2 changes the way you get new heroes – “If you do that, I won’t touch OW2”

Maik Schneider 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

Overwatch 2 releases its PvP part with a Free2Play model and aims to finance itself through a Battle Pass. Jon Spector, Overwatch Commercial Leader, explained on Twitter how it works and is facing significant backlash for announcing that new heroes will be unlocked through the Battle Pass.

Months ago, first leaked images of Overwatch 2 showed that a Battle Pass would be introduced. It is now clear: The Battle Pass comes along with a live season system. Loot boxes will be completely removed.

Additionally, the PvP part of Overwatch 2 is completely Free2Play. The PvE part may incur no additional costs for subscribers of the Xbox Game Pass.

However, it is now new that you unlock new heroes through the Battle Pass. After a somewhat unclear advertisement caused dissatisfaction in the community, Jon Spector, Overwatch Commercial Leader, attempted to smooth over the situation on Twitter.

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He explained that new heroes will always be unlocked through the free path. We will show you how the Battle Pass could work and what reactions there have been on MeinMMO.

The new hero of Overwatch in Season 1 is called Kiriko. Before that, Junker Queen was in the beta, which you can see here in the trailer:

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Battle Pass of Overwatch possibly similar to Call of Duty

How could the Battle Pass work? Not everything about the Pass is known yet, but we already know:

There will be live seasons
Each live season comes with a Battle Pass
The Pass has a free path and a premium path that costs money
Heroes will be unlocked through the free path
If you buy the premium pass, you unlock a new hero immediately

Under Jon Spector’s tweet, it is clear that many questions remain unanswered. How much time must one invest in the game to unlock heroes? How do you unlock heroes if you missed them in a Battle Pass? Currently, there are no concrete answers to these questions.

However, Activision Blizzard already stated some time ago that they want to model such systems on their most successful example: Call of Duty.

In Call of Duty, you also unlock the new weapons of a season through the Battle Pass. Here you find two new weapons always at level 15 and level 31 out of 100. Each level, referred to as “Tier”, takes 40 to 60 minutes to complete. This also depends on how well you play.

The premium pass costs 1,000 CoD points (approximately €10). For 150 CoD points (approximately €1.50), you can skip individual levels. In addition, there is always a large Battle Pass bundle for 2,400 CoD points (approximately €24), which gives you extra cosmetics and lets you level up 20 levels in the pass.

If you miss a weapon because you couldn’t reach the levels in a season, you will unlock the weapons later through gameplay challenges. “3 Melee Kills in 15 different matches” would be a classic task for a new weapon.

How this will work in Overwatch 2 remains to be seen.

How are the reactions to the announcement? Under Jon Spector’s tweet, there is hardly anyone who is happy about the changes. There are threats of boycott and attempts to explain why having heroes in the Battle Pass would be a bad idea for Overwatch 2:

@OWJaeger: “I have invested well over 3,000 hours in your game […], but if you do this, I won’t touch OW2.”
@MirrorkatFeces: “So, heroes won’t be unlocked automatically? That’s a mistake.”
@NotTheRealRin: “This is a really concerning change and I want you to know that it’s dangerous for the game. One of the best points of Overwatch is that everyone is equal. Everyone has access to the same characters.”

However, there are also other voices. @plantarctica writes that he has been playing Overwatch since 2020 and has never experienced a new hero being added to the game. He thinks this new system is quite normal and that many competitors do the same. For him, it’s not a tragic change. He wonders instead why people are so upset about it.

Let us know your opinion on the topic and leave a comment. If you want to read more about Overwatch 2, check this out: Beta for Overwatch 2 ends with a cryptic message – Is Blizzard introducing a new fox heroine?

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WoW: The pre-patch for Dragonflight is playable, you can already test many things now

Cortyn 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

You can play the Pre-Patch 10.0 of World of Warcraft Dragonflight. The test realm is live – and everyone can participate.

The biggest innovations of WoW: Dragonflight can already be tried out – and that without beta access! The Pre-Patch 10.0 has been released on the PTR and can now be tested by everyone.

What can you try on the PTR? Especially the major system changes are already playable in the Pre-Patch, which mainly includes the revised talent system that has been fundamentally overhauled. But also all other class changes can be played and tested.

What happens to the talent system? In Dragonflight, each class receives multiple talent trees that resemble those from the vanilla days of World of Warcraft. Each specialization has two talent trees that are supplied with their own points.

The 1st talent tree is bound to the class and offers general traits that this class inherently brings (Priest, Warrior, Mage, etc.)
The 2nd talent tree is bound to the respective specialization, providing spells and abilities belonging to a specific specialization (Fire, Frost, Arcane, etc.)

In the specialization tree, there are many abilities that WoW players have known for years. Almost all abilities that are part of the absolute base rotation of a class must be unlocked here.

However, there are also many interesting new features and returning talents that come from previous expansions. Numerous covenant abilities from Shadowlands are found there, as well as old Azerite powers or abilities from former artifact weapons from Legion.

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How can you try it out? If you want to take a look at the new talent system and other changes of the Pre-Patch in Dragonflight yourself, you need to download the appropriate client for the test realm. This can be done easily in the Battle.net app.

Access the page for World of Warcraft in the application
Click the drop-down menu under “Game version and account”
Select “Public Test Realm (PTR)” under “In development”
Click on “Install” or “Update” – depending on whether you already own a PTR version

Once the installation is complete, you can start the game and log in on the PTR to create a character and try out the new features.

However, note that everything you earn on the PTR or in the beta of Dragonflight will not be transferred to the live game. Your characters will be deleted at the end of the testing phase and have no impact on your live version.

When does the patch go live then? There is still no specific release date for the Pre-Patch. However, at least a rough release date can be estimated since we know some key data:

Dragonflight is scheduled to launch in 2022, at the latest by the end of December, but could also appear in November.
The Pre-Patch usually runs for 4 to 6 weeks before the release of the expansion.

This suggests that the Pre-Patch will likely be released no earlier than mid-October, and no later than the end of November. This allows for at least a rough plan.

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My favorite accessories for the PS5 is an SSD and you should buy one too

Maximilian 8. September 2022 Reading time 4 minutes

Since the launch of the PS5 in November 2020, there have been a lot of more or less useful gadgets for the coveted console. Here you can read why the absolute must-have for MeinMMO editor Maximilian Dettenthaler is a storage expansion for the PS5 – as unspectacular as that may sound at first.

The plethora of different gadgets, gaming gears, and gimmicks for Sony’s – no longer too – new console is huge. From officially licensed products like the charging station for the DualSense, the PULSE 3D headset, or colored side plates, to a multipurpose charging station, which is also a console stand and cooling system, to truly obscure accessories like a shisha hose holder for the DualSense controller – it feels like there is hardly anything that is not available for the coveted console.

Nevertheless, my favorite accessory is simply an internal M.2 SSD. In this article, I will explain to you why that is.

An SSD storage expansion is absolutely necessary

What is the main memory of the PS5? Both the disc version and the digital edition of the console come with an internal storage capacity of 825 GB out of the box. At first, that may not sound like a small amount. However, the actual storage space of the console is only about 667.2 GB – nearly 158 GB less than “promised”. This storage is needed for the operating system, firmware, and certain updates.

When you consider that large AAA games are requiring more and more storage capacity, it becomes clear that the standard storage of the console will likely not last long.

In our guide, you can read which PS5 version is worth it for you the most and where the differences lie:

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The small storage is particularly burdensome for the digital edition of the PS5. Because here you have to download all games and cannot rely on a disc.

How quickly does the PS5 storage fill up? I personally own the digital model of the console and with the download of games like

Final Fantasy 7 Remake (94.87 GB)
the PS5 version of Ghost of Tsushima (61.43 GB)
Hitman 3 (67.08 GB)
or Elden Ring (45.08 GB)

I can literally watch the console storage shrink. Just with these four games, nearly half of my storage capacity is used up.

It becomes even more absurd when you look at the top 3 largest games. With just the three games

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (225.3 GB)
Marvel’s Avengers (184.1 GB)
Gran Turismo 7 (183.2 GB)

you can nearly fill up the console’s storage to the brim. At the latest, now I have to consider which games I will delete from my internal storage when I want to install new ones. And then there’s also PS Plus.

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PS Plus is another reason why an M.2 SSD is necessary for the PS5

As a PS Plus member, you also get three to four new games for free every month and a huge catalog of additional available games, which will quickly lead you to spend a lot of time frustrated sorting or cleaning up your console storage.

Therefore: Be sure to get a storage expansion for your console.

All important information about the new “PS Plus” model can be found in the following article:

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M.2 SSDs are not as expensive as they used to be, and installation is easy

Which M.2 SSD can I recommend for the PS5? I can especially recommend the WD_Black SN850 with integrated heatsink.

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This M.2 SSD is available in various storage capacities (500 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB) and currently even at an unbeatable offer price of 132.99 € instead of 234.99 € for the 1 TB model at Media Markt and Saturn.

And not only am I a fan of this M.2 SSD: the lead architect behind the PS5 is also excited about the SSD.

Is there anything to consider when buying? In principle, only certain M.2 SSDs fit into your PS5. Sony had explained what minimum requirements an M.2 SSD must meet for the PS5.

If you prefer to buy a different model, then you should also pay attention to the fact that the M.2 SSD already has a heatsink. You can retrofit such a heatsink, but it’s complicated. Moreover, you will only save money to a limited extent.

Other recommended models for the PS5 can be found in our buying guide on MeinMMO:

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Of course, it is still a lot of money, but it must be said that good internal SSDs with sufficient storage are now much cheaper to purchase than they were a few years ago.

And then there’s another point that has probably prevented some PS5 users from purchasing a storage expansion: When the long-awaited update, which finally enabled storage expansion for the PS5, came last summer, some users were deterred from social media by having to “open up” their console for the installation of the internal SSD.

How complicated is the installation of an M.2 SSD in the PS5? Certainly, a slot system like that of the Xbox Series X is more practical and comfortable. But I can assure you that the installation is not difficult with the PS5 either. Sony had already explained what you need to consider when installing an M.2 SSD in your PS5.

Moreover, there are plenty of good YouTube videos that explain the installation of the storage expansion slowly and thoroughly, so you really don’t have to worry about damaging your expensive console or the SSD.

In conclusion, I can only say again: yes, purchasing an additional SSD hard drive is somewhat involved and an investment; but one that I believe is definitely worthwhile and truly enables the enjoyment of the comfort of the fast console.

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Developers cheat at CoD Warzone event – heroes would otherwise stand no chance against villains

Maik Schneider 8. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

In Call of Duty: Warzone the event “The Last Stand” – Heroes against Villains, Good against Evil is currently running. Players collect points for one side to prevent a catastrophe on the map Caldera. However, the developers also seem to have something against the “catastrophe” and are helping the heroes.

Call of Duty: Warzone played for a long time on a Soviet-inspired map – Verdansk. Large apartment blocks characterized the cityscape, the colors were dull, and an exaggerated radio tower symbolized the power fantasies of the Soviets in the Cold War.

For a long time, players demanded a new map and the island paradise Caldera came. An absolutely contrasting program.

But the map is still controversial, even massive changes to Caldera have not been able to change that so far. So many players want the old map Verdansk back and saw in the current Season 5 an opportunity, a chance to somehow justify it through the story.

For the announcement of the event was: If the villains win, it could lead to a catastrophe on Caldera. Perhaps the complete annihilation of the island. The villains already threw something into the volcano in the Season 5 story trailer, which has been bubbling ominously since then:

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Whether it was due to the narrative prospect of the old map or CoD players simply love being evil: The scoundrels around Raul Menendez managed to collect significantly more points, being nearly uncatchable just a few days after the event started.

However, the evil side of the CoD community underestimated the developers from Raven Software. They decided a few days ago that the tokens of the good side would bring double points for 4 days.

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And lo and behold: Currently, both sides are nearly tied again. The good side is even ahead by 4 billion points.

Event Status 09/07 – 12:30 PM
- Good Side: 145,226,168,386
- Evil Side: 141,098,006,800
- Difference: 4,128,161,586

While writing this article, I kept track of the numbers a bit, and the evil side seems to be catching up again. Nevertheless, players are now discussing on Reddit whether the event outcome is completely predetermined and if the developers are cheating more than they want to admit.

What do players say about this? A larger thread has formed on Reddit. With about 500 upvotes in 12 hours, it currently ranks among the strongest topics in the Warzone subreddit. The title: “WTF guys? I thought we were all villains …”:

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In the thread, there are no positive comments about the event. In fact, there is a lot of complaining, and the event is generally criticized. It is said to be lame and would only lead to additional sound effects impairing the gameplay. In comparison, even the Halloween events are praised:

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Furthermore, many commentators are disappointed about how the event has been openly manipulated by the developers. Some go even further and say it is even “predetermined” which faction would win in the end. Namely the good ones.

The comment with the most upvotes accordingly reads: “Yeah, it’s all predetermined. Dumbest event ever”. There are many users who see it similarly and write “Manipulated choice, 100%”. User rhinsaur- writes: “This is fake. No way it turned like that.”

There is also a suspicion that the responsible parties want to prevent an evil side victory in order to block the prospect of a return of Verdansk.

What do you think about the topic? Is there more cheating going on than is admitted? Do you think it has to do with the old map Verdansk and a possible return? Feel free to leave a comment with your opinion.

If you’d rather inform yourself about the currently popular weapons in the game, then check here: CoD Warzone: The best weapons with setups – Continuously updated.

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New online game tries bold concept, focuses on PvP battles from MMORPGs – Open beta on Steam starting Monday

Maik Schneider 8. September 2022 Reading time 4 minutes

Warlander is a brand new Free2Play online game on Steam, packing battles reminiscent of MMORPGs into a streamlined format. MeinMMO was able to see gameplay at gamescom and provides a short introduction to the title. If you want to have a look yourself, an open beta starts on September 12.

What kind of game is Warlander? The action game is being developed by the Japanese studio Toylogic and pits up to 100 players against each other on a map in third-person perspective vying for victory.

In a medieval setting, you fight as a warrior, cleric, or mage. The roles can be modified through unlockable abilities and adjusted to your play style. A warrior is considered a tank but can also deal a lot of damage. A cleric is supposed to heal, but a focus on buffs is also possible.

Warlander will start its open beta on September 12, 2022, on Steam. Currently, the Steam page is not accessible yet, but it will go online no later than Monday.

At gamescom, we were able to view gameplay from one of the two planned modes. We saw a mode with a maximum of 40 players trying to capture the enemy fortress in two teams.

The structure and pace of the battles resemble PvP battles from MMORPGs like Elder Scrolls Online or Guild Wars 2. We will embed a short gameplay video for an initial impression. The clip is from the developers; player gameplay is in third-person:

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Warlander – Gameplay Teaser

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With this, Warlander is entering a niche that wants to compress the PvP feeling of large MMORPGs into a format with fast lobbies. Instead of having to play for a long time to prepare your character for a PvP match, you start a match in Warlander and receive a similar experience.

This kind of concept is quite bold, as PvP in MMORPGs is generally considered a niche topic and the large online role-playing games are increasingly relying less on PvP.

How do matches proceed? The 40-player mode is a battle with 2 teams over fortresses, while the 100-player mode leans more towards battle royale.

We already know more about the 40-player mode, as we have seen quite a bit of gameplay. The goal is to capture the enemy fortress and destroy a “core”.

The teams consist of units with 5 fighters each, and each unit is assigned a specific role before the match. There are, for example, attack teams or fortress defense teams.

In the setup of the battles, MOBA elements come into play. There are several “lanes” that require different play styles.

Additionally, there are towers and gates that block progress to the enemy core. Once the barriers are destroyed, they cannot be rebuilt. Furthermore, you increase a “Valor” value with your team. The higher the value, the stronger the playable characters allowed.

Many elements on the maps can be impressively destroyed, and the fortress is hardly recognizable at the end. This is also due to powerful spells that spawn rarely and allow devastating attacks on enemy lines.

On the way to the enemy core, you must capture certain areas to achieve siege progress. However, enemies can also reclaim these areas.

Through teleport points and different spawns, a battle dynamic should arise that constantly necessitates reassessing team tactics and rotating from one area to the next.

Regarding the 100-player mode, we already know that the team that stands last wins. As a defeated team, you can then join the team that defeated you. However, we do not yet know more details.

What motivation does the game offer? The playable characters form the core of Warlander. There is a character editor for individual figures and a lot of new skills that can be unlocked.

Each fighter starts with 4 skills, 2 come from the chosen class, and 2 from the weapon. When you unlock new skills through the progression system, you can completely replace the 4 skills and customize your character.

Warlander is designed as a live service game and aims to bring a significant amount of new content every 3 to 4 months after the full release. Cosmetics are also part of the attainable items.

It is worthwhile to create and maintain multiple playable characters. In each match, you can include up to 5 figures in your deck, whose strength is also determined by their “Valor” level.

You can only use a character at Valor level 3 once your team has reached that Valor level in the match. Since there are 6 Valor levels (0 to 5), you always need to think in advance about which Valor levels you will bring characters with and which classes might be worthwhile.

When is the release of Warlander? There is still no concrete release date. We were told that the full release on Steam is planned for the end of 2022. If everything goes according to plan, the release on PlayStation and Xbox consoles will follow 2 months later.

If you want to take a look at the game before then, the open beta starts on Monday, September 12, 2022, on Steam. But even after that, you won’t have to pay anything for Warlander: it will be completely Free2Play.

What do you think of the first images? Do you like the prospect of experiencing MMORPG PvP without a huge grind? Write a comment on the topic.

If you prefer to read more about new games that also focus on MMORPG PvP, check here: New MMO on Steam makes the arena PvP from WoW into a standalone game

Disclaimer: Webedia Gaming (GameStar, GamePro, MeinMMO) accompanied the gamescom 2022 as an official media partner.

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Pokémon GO: Community Day in September with Nosepass and bonuses included

Patrick Freese 8. September 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

The Community Day in September 2022 features the Pokémon Baltoy. We will show you everything about the start time, bonuses, the exclusive move, the raid evening, and the shinies of the event.

What’s new? The date for the C-Day in September 2022 was announced a few days ago in Pokémon GO. Now it is also clear which bonuses you can expect during the event and which Pokémon will be in focus.

In the overview, we show you what to expect.

Community Day in September 2022 – Times, Bonuses, Raids, and Shinies

When does the event take place? On Sunday, September 18, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time.

Which Pokémon? The focus of the event is Baltoy. It is a Rock-type Pokémon from the fifth generation. Its evolutions are Claydol and its final evolution.

Which move? The exclusive move for the event is Meteor Beam, a Rock-type move. It inflicts 120 damage in trainer battles and 140 damage in gym and raid battles. If you evolve Claydol during the event or up to five hours afterwards, it will learn the charged move Meteor Beam.

What bonuses? During the event, you can take advantage of the following bonuses:

Eggs placed in incubators during the event hatch four times faster
You receive double candies for catching Pokémon
Incense lasts for three hours
An additional special trade
When catching Pokémon, you have double chances for XL candies (You must have reached at least Level 31)
Lures last for three hours
Snapshots provide Pokémon encounters
Trading costs 50% less Stardust
(The bonuses for the additional special trade and the 50% reduction in trading costs are active from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The remaining bonuses are active from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)

Special research: For the price of about €1, you can purchase a ticket for special research. It’s called “Rock ‘n’ Roll”. We will show you all the quests and rewards of the research on our site on event Sunday.

What do the shinies look like? One of the most important aspects during the Community Days for many trainers is the shiny that can be caught. In the following graphic, we show you the Baltoy family in shiny comparison:

Bonus raid battles: On event Sunday, after the C-Day, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, special raid battles will take place. The level 4 raids feature battles against Claydol. If you defeat the Pokémon in raids, additional Baltoy will spawn at the combat arena for 30 minutes. The raids can only be battled with EX Raid Passes and Premium Raid Passes – not with Remote Raid Passes.

The dates for the Community Days in October and November 2022 have also been established.

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Nintendo has introduced the most beautiful version of the Switch for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet – I’m immediately hooked

Dariusz Müller 7. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

Nintendo has introduced a new version of the Nintendo Switch, and MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller is immediately excited about the design. What makes it so special?

Who is writing here? MeinMMO author Dariusz Müller is a long-time Pokémon fan. Since his first edition, blue on the classic Gameboy, he has played nearly all Pokémon games and has also watched countless hours of the anime from the popular franchise.

What kind of Switch version is this? Nintendo has introduced a new version of the Nintendo Switch in a design that matches the upcoming Pokémon games Scarlet and Violet. And what should I say … I will do my best to get one.

Why is the console so interesting to me? I have been a Pokémon fan for years, but I have so far resisted buying a Switch. The console simply did not convince me until now.

Nevertheless, I have been monitoring the market for months and hope for a discount, after all, the release of Scarlet and Violet is imminent. For the 9th generation of pocket monsters, I not only want to re-enter the franchise, I also need to catch up on the games Sword and Shield and Legends: Arceus.

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Of course, Nintendo has now managed to get me off my saving spree, and I am even tempted to get one of the more expensive variants of the Switch. I can’t exactly explain why I want the special version; I simply like the design, although the Pokémon style certainly helped in convincing me.

To give you an idea of how Nintendo convinced me with the special design, I’m including a few images published on Nintendo.com:

As you can see from the images, not only is the Switch and its back wrapped in the special design, but also the Joy-Cons and the dock.

While the Joy-Cons are also an eye-catcher, personally, I will probably get a handheld controller for the Switch, as for me, the design of the back is the main point. The controller also allows for a better grip on the console.

In general, the order of the Switch in the special design also includes the following items:

Joy-Con L & R in special design
Joy-Con straps in special design
Nintendo Switch Dock in special design
Nintendo Switch AC Adapter
1x High-speed HDMI cable
Joy-Con Grip

To my disappointment, I unfortunately found out that the Switch is not available in a bundle with Pokémon Scarlet or Violet. Nintendo emphasizes that the games must be purchased separately.

Which model of the Switch is this? The Switch version in Pokémon design is the OLED model, particularly intended for users who want to use a Switch frequently in handheld mode.

What other advantages the Switch OLED has, MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann shows you in his comparison of the two models:

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When is the release? Nintendo states on its website that the special version of the Switch will be available from November. A specific date when the console can be ordered has not yet been given by Nintendo.

What do we know about the price? At the current time, no price for the special version of the Switch is known. The Switch in the special design for the colorful shooter Splatoon 3 is traded for €349.00 on Amazon. The Pokémon version could therefore be in a similar price range.

The normal Switch OLED usually costs around €339.99. So I have to pay a small premium for the special design.

What do you think of the new Switch version? Do you find it visually as impressive as I do, or does the purple-red style rather deter you? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments!

If you now feel the same way as I do and are also considering buying a Switch, MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann has a small tip for you that can significantly increase your battery life.

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Players wait 4 years for cool airship MMORPG from the creators of PUBG – After 11 months on Steam, Elyon is now dead

Schuhmann 7. September 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

In November 2017, Bluehole, the developers of the shooter PUBG, introduced a new MMORPG: Ascent: Infinite Realm was meant to be an action MMORPG featuring airships. In October 2021, the game was finally released in the West as “Elyon”. However, just 11 months later, the publisher Kakao announced an end on September 7: the free-to-play MMORPG will close on December 7. It has catastrophic player numbers on Steam.

Why were people so excited about the game?

2017 was a different time: Back then, Bluehole was one of the hottest and trendiest developers in gaming thanks to “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds”. Before Fortnite copied the game and became even bigger, the Koreans had a mega-hit with PUBG on Steam. Additionally, they already had experience with online role-playing games thanks to TERA, an action MMORPG.
A:IR was supposed to be developed together with Kakao, the publishers of the MMORPG Black Desert, which was impressing at the time due to its great graphics.
Furthermore, Ascent: Infinite Realm looked exciting in the first trailers (via youtube) and brought a thrilling new spin to the MMORPG genre with the idea of fighting in airships. Instead of always focusing on fantasy, the game radiated a quirky steampunk flair.

Here is everything important you need to know about Elyon:

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The new MMORPG Elyon explained in 2 minutes

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How did the development go? From the perspective of Western MMORPG fans, the development did not go well at all. As is common with Korean MMORPGs, the MMORPG kept disappearing from the public eye for long periods as the developers went ‘dark’ to develop quietly away from public scrutiny:

From testing in November 2017, there was nothing good to report: The game was simply not fun, it was said.
In May 2019, it was reported that A:IR was too grindy and had major issues. The idea of airships, which sounded so good, apparently didn’t work out either.

In April 2020, the game made a major cut: “Ascent: Infinite Realm” became Elyon. It was now supposed to be an action MMORPG, featuring a special skill system and massive battles. The MMORPG almost felt like a new game and strongly reminded players of TERA.

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How did it go at release? Poorly. The team never managed to reconnect with the initial hype generated by the first trailers of A:IR in 2017. Somehow, excitement for Elyon completely waned.

When the game finally launched on Steam in October 2021, it averaged only 8,689 players and they quickly disappeared. By February 2022, the MMORPG had only 560 players left.

The reviews on Steam are only a mediocre 54%.

This is now the developers’ decision: Publisher Kakao Games says that after long discussions with Bluehole, they have decided to shut down the servers for Elyon in Europe and North America:

Only very few players who started with Elyon remained with the MMORPG
The number of active players has continued to dwindle
Thus, they cannot provide players with the MMORPG experience they are longing for

They apologize for this.

The servers will go offline on December 7 (via elyon).

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What’s behind this: Elyon had a problem: It lacked a unique selling point, that one element that would draw attention to the game and make it stand out from the mass of MMORPGs.

When it was A:IR, there was still the idea of aerial combat, which seemed exotic.

Once the aerial combat was scrapped, experts’ judgment was something like: “Solid MMORPG with a good combat system – but nothing special.” Furthermore, Elyon was unfortunate to launch amidst the bug wave of New World, which captured all attention in 2021.

Elyon was also on the “death list” of our MMORPG expert Alexander Leitsch:

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