WoW Dragonflight: Which version is worth it the most?

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The new expansion WoW: Dragonflight offers several versions for purchase. But which one is worth it for you? We have explained it in detail.

Relatively unexpectedly, Blizzard suddenly started the pre-sale of the next expansion WoW: Dragonflight. Almost “in passing,” the developers also revealed a rough release date. For the various versions of the pre-sale, it is clear that Dragonflight is supposed to be released by December 31, 2022 at the latest.

This not only fuels anticipation but also puts players in a tough decision: Should you purchase Dragonflight in the pre-sale? And which of the versions is the right one? Is the Base Edition enough, or should you opt for the Heroic or even Epic variant? Or perhaps go for the especially deluxe Collector’s Edition?

To make your decision a bit easier, we’ll reveal what’s included in the individual versions and explain which one is the most worthwhile for you.

Buy WoW Dragonflight: What’s included in the versions?

What’s included in the Base Edition: Priced at €49.99, the Base Edition is significantly the cheapest offer, but it also comes with the least content. It contains:

  • The expansion Dragonflight
  • Access to the Dracthyr Summoners (new class/race), with the possibility that they will be playable before the release of Dragonflight
WoW Dragonflight Base Version
In the basic version there is a pet – but only if you pre-order.

What’s included in the Heroic Edition: At €69.99, the Heroic Edition is significantly more expensive, but it includes even more goodies. Included are:

  • All content from the Base Edition
  • A character boost for Dragonflight to level 60, so you have a character ready for the start of the new expansion.
  • The flying mount “Entwined Dreamweaver”
  • The battle pet “Murkastrasza”
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The Heroic Edition offers even more – character boost, mount, and pets.

What’s included in the Epic Edition: The most luxurious variant is the Epic Edition, which costs a proud €89.99 and is therefore quite an investment. However, Blizzard also includes some additional content that is supposed to justify the price. These are:

  • All content from the Base Edition and Heroic Edition
  • Toy “Timewalker’s Hearthstone”
  • Head transmutation “Diadem of the Spellkeeper”
  • Back transmogrification “Wings of Awakening” in 5 different colors (black, red, blue, green, bronze) – these are wings for your character.
  • 30 days of game time
WoW Dragonflight Pre-order Items
All items from the Epic Edition – a lot of stuff for collectors.

Is there a pre-order bonus? Yes. Regardless of which version you buy, there is an additional bonus for pre-orderers, specifically the pet “Drakks”. This is a cute little humanoid dragon, basically a mini-version of a Dracthyr.

It is only available if you purchase Dragonflight during the pre-order phase – that is, up until the release. However, it is possible that Drakks can also be purchased separately later in the in-game shop if you miss this opportunity.

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Everything you need to know about the new WoW expansion “Dragonflight” in 3 minutes

Which edition of Dragonflight should you buy?

Which edition of the game you ultimately buy is primarily a question of budget. However, if you can dig deeper into your pockets, you may not necessarily want to do it – which is why we have some guidelines here to help you figure out which edition is the right one for you.

If you just want to play Dragonflight and don’t care about transmogs, toys, and mounts, then opt for the Base Edition for just under €50. There’s no rush, as the pre-sale only offers an additional pet and possibly earlier access to the Dracthyr.

If you collect mounts and/or want a character boost to level 60, you should go for the Heroic Edition. Just the character boost would normally cost a whopping €60, so you save quite a bit here. If you don’t need the boost, €20 for the dragon mount is the price you would otherwise pay in the shop for a comparable mount.

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If you collect pets, mounts, and toys, you can confidently opt for the expensive Epic Edition for €90. Here, it is important to note that the Epic Edition also includes 30 days of game time, which you would eventually need to purchase one way or another.

Thus, if you deduct the €13 for game time, the upgrade from the Heroic to the Epic Edition actually only costs €7, and for that, you get 6 transmogrification items and a toy.

What about the Collector’s Edition?

Yes, there is one as well. It is physical and must be pre-ordered directly from the Blizzard shop. The contents are the same as the Epic Edition, but there are also physical goodies like an art book, a mouse pad, and pins. We have presented the exact contents of the Collector’s Edition here.

Will you pre-order Dragonflight? Or do you prefer to wait for the release and first reviews?

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Pokémon GO: Soon new monsters and special balls for beasts – Finds leave trainers hopeful

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In Pokémon GO you might soon be able to look forward to new monsters and balls, as they show current finds. We at MeinMMO have taken a look at what it is about and explain it to you.

What finds are we talking about? In Pokémon GO, the Pokéminers, a group of dataminers, regularly search the game code for new information. They eventually make this public on their homepage and social networks.

Now the Pokéminers have once again searched for changes and have come across new Pokémon, as well as a new ball and symbols in the game.

These are the new finds

The Ultra Ball: As Reddit user martycochrane reports in his post, the Pokéminers have come across new symbols and items in the game during their current search. For instance, you can see a new “epic” level 5 raid egg in the image in his post. Furthermore, new flower petals and grass, as well as game hints, have been added to the game.

However, particularly striking is a special blue-yellow ball in the upper left corner. This is called an “Ultra Ball,” which is better for catching Ultra Beasts. It is said to create a special effect that can also be seen in the Pokéminers’ graphic.

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Also in the anime and in the Pokémon games “Sun and Moon,” you can find this Ultra Ball. If you want to catch an Ultra Beast with it, this ball is about 5 times more effective than a normal Pokéball. However, it is slightly harder to catch other Pokémon with this ball, as the catch chance is only 0.1.

Additionally, the PokéMiners share on Twitter that this item has been added as an object in the game, but with access from level 100. However, this cannot currently be reached by trainers. Whether and when the item will be added to the game remains to be seen.

Two new Pokémon found

However, the find surrounding the Ultra Ball was not the only news that the Pokéminers discovered in the game code. They also found two new Pokémon from the 8th generation of games: Axantor and Ursaluna.

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Anyone who plays the main Pokémon series on the Nintendo Switch alongside Pokémon GO already knows these two monsters from Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

What kind of Pokémon is Axantor? Axantor is a Bug and Rock-type Pokémon. In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, it evolves from Scyther using a Black Augite, a special item.

You can recognize Axantor by its large, brown, grasshopper-like body. It also prominently features the axes it carries as hands on both arms.

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Axantor (via pokemon.com)

What kind of Pokémon is Ursaluna? The Ground and Normal-type Pokémon Ursaluna also comes from the 8th generation of games and can evolve from Teddiursa and Ursaring. It uses a peat block during a full moon in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.

Ursaluna visually resembles a large bear with brownish fur. Its golden yellow round spot on its forehead appropriately resembles a full moon, fitting its name.

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Ursaluna (via pokemon.com)

“Hopefully this is a sign for more.”

In the reddit community, the two finds are being received very well. Even though there was already the first Ultra Beast to catch at GO Fest 2022, many trainers are now hoping for more. You can read the following in the comments on reddit:

  • tkcom: “The first new ball since the Premier Ball in 2017.”
  • TheMadJAM: “Hopefully this is a sign for more.”
  • 128thMic: “I wonder if this new ball will replace the balls in which Anego was caught, or if they will just be one-time items.”
  • ArcanineFan01: “It seems strange to introduce Ultra Balls now and not when Anego was in raids, but at least they added it.”
  • DarkKnightMcKenyan: “Finally a new ball, and it makes sense.”

Some trainers would also be happy about the new Pokémon and are already speculating in the comments about how to evolve them (via reddit.com):

  • KonoPez: “I wonder what evolution method they will use? Sinnoh Stone would make sense for them and Snieboss. I am sure that Salmagnis, Damythir, and Myriador will be long quests.”
  • electric_emu: “A Sinnoh Stone would make sense, but we hope that Niantic does not try to repeat the hassle of acquiring the peat block and waiting for the full moon for Ursaluna as in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.”
  • davebybab: “I was lucky to keep a lot of decent Scyther before Legends: Arceus, hopefully Axantor is useful.”

JRE47 is already thinking about the movesets and writes:

My initial thoughts

There are still many unknowns, but here is the good news:

Ursaluna will almost certainly have Shadow Claw (the only other fast moves it can learn are Stone Edge and Tackle), and it has some excellent charge moves. If it doesn’t come equipped with Hyper Beam and Air Slash, it looks good!

Axantor has a bit more potential to get stuck with poor fast moves (Air Slash & Smack Down), but if it gets Psycho Cut or even Quick Attack, it should be okay. As for the attack moves, we have Close Combat and all those. There’s potential here.

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As always, the finds of the Pokéminers are not official information. Even if this data has mostly been confirmed in the past, Niantic can still change it or decide not to bring it into the game.

As soon as there is more information on a possible release, you will of course hear about it from us at MeinMMO.

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What do you think of the new monsters and the Ultra Ball? Are you hoping they will be introduced into the game soon? Or would you have preferred other things? Let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO and exchange ideas with other trainers on this topic.

This weekend, the Community Day featuring Kapuno will take place and provide you with a special surprise. Pokémon GO is bringing back level 4 raids, but with a restriction. We looked at what that is.

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Chip manufacturer Intel allegedly used nasty tactics to annoy AMD – Now suddenly wants 600 million euros from the EU

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The manufacturer Intel is currently demanding 600 million euros from the EU. Behind this is a billion-dollar fine that Intel had to pay back then. But now they suddenly want money back.

Intel and AMD are the largest manufacturers of processors that you can install in your gaming PC. On Amazon, AMD was at times significantly ahead of Intel in sales figures. Now Intel is demanding 600 million euros from the EU – this involves a dispute over a lawsuit between the EU and the US chip manufacturer.

Intel allegedly offered anti-competitive discounts

What exactly did Intel do? The mentioned nasty practices go back a few years. Intel allegedly offered major PC manufacturers like HP or Dell a specific deal for years: If you only install our processors in your PCs, you will receive substantial discounts. Intel is said to have deliberately concealed these practices to make them less obvious.

The EU had sentenced the chip manufacturer Intel to a fine of 1.06 billion euros in a lengthy procedure, as such agreements distort competition and give rivals no chance.

Since 2009, Intel has been in a dispute with the European Court of Justice, arguing against the accusations. They claimed that all measures were lawful and should not have impaired competition. In 2017, the highest court of the European Union ordered a re-examination of the fine, and in January 2022, the fine was then lifted.

The fine has been lifted, now Intel wants interest on the penalty

Why does Intel now want 600 million euros? Intel had previously paid the fine to the EU, and after the latest decision in January 2022, they received the money back from the EU.

However, Intel now also wants interest on the money that the EU repaid. The EU was willing to pay 38 million euros to Intel, but the company believes they should receive 593 million euros. This is based on the interest rate of the European Central Bank. However, the EU does not agree to pay an additional sum to the chip manufacturer.

Against the decision to refund the billion-dollar fine to Intel, an appeal can still be filed. Therefore, the process and negotiations could still take a few more years at worst.

After all, they are arguing over a large sum of money. In comparison: In the first quarter of 2022, Intel Corporation achieved a revenue of about 18.35 billion US dollars and a net profit of around 8.1 billion US dollars.

Cooperations and agreements are always present in the hardware sector

Even today, you will always find shops or providers that position certain manufacturers or products more prominently. These often involve deals or long-term partnerships. However, since 2009, much has changed in the market, and AMD is now much better positioned than it was 10 years ago, making it difficult for any seller to simply exclude a product line from Intel or AMD from their assortment.

For years, Razer had used Intel processors in its “Razer Blade” laptops and now for the first time, they have installed AMD. You can read on MeinMMO whether the Razer Blade 14 is worth it for you.

But one manufacturer took it too far: Nvidia introduced a partner program aimed at deliberately pushing AMD’s Radeon cards out of the market. After significant criticism, the program was pulled back:

AMD says: GPU manufacturers feel pressured by Nvidia to avoid Radeon.

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PS Plus Essential: All information about the new standard subscription on PS4 & PS5 – Games, Costs & Services

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The new PS Plus subscription is online. The standard subscription transforms into “PS Plus Essential” and every regular member of PlayStation Plus lands in this new service. Which games you can expect in the subscription for PS4 and PS5 and what services are provided, you will find out here on MeinMMO.

What happens with PS Plus? The subscription service from PlayStation is undergoing its biggest overhaul to date. The one-dimensional service is becoming a three-tier offering. Instead of just one service option, you can choose from three different levels:

The Essential subscription is like the standard subscription you already know. We gather all the details for you here on MeinMMO. For more information about the new PS Plus, check out our video:

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PS Plus Essential – Everything about games, prices, release

When does PS Plus Essential come out? The service went live on June 23, 2022.

What does PS Plus Essential bring? Basically, you get the familiar base package here. The most important contents are access to online multiplayer and two free games as part of the subscription:

  • 2 “free” PS4 games per month
  • 1 “free” PS5 game per month
  • Online multiplayer
  • PS Plus Collection (only PS5)
  • Game help (only PS5)
  • Exclusive offers in the PS Store
  • Cloud storage for your game saves
  • Share Play
  • Exclusive game content (free DLCs)
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What changes compared to before? At the moment, it looks like only the name will change with the Essential subscription.

Initially, there was information from PlayStation that there would only be two monthly games in total. However, the PS Plus website now mentions three games: two for PS4 and one for PS5 (via playstation.com).

Which subscription the readers of MeinMMO prefer, you can find out in our survey results on the new PS Plus subscription.

How much does PS Plus Essential cost? You don’t need to adjust to the costs either:

  • 1 month: €8.99
  • 3 months: €24.99
  • 12 months: €59.99

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Who gets into another PS Plus subscription? If you have subscribed to the streaming service “PS Now”, your remaining subscription time will convert into the “PS Plus Premium” subscription. This gives you a streaming package with classics from PS1, PS2, and PS3, as well as the contents of “PS Plus Extra” and some additional games on PS4 and PS5.

In the Extra package, you will find plenty of games for PS4 and PS5 in a sort of “Game Pass” that you can download at no additional cost.

If you are also looking for a PS5 to match the new PS Plus, check our sales ticker on MeinMMO regularly: Buy PS5 in the ticker – All news and offers

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Mastermind Luke Smith talks about the future of Destiny 2: We need to “get the engines running again”

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Whoever has been exploring Destiny 2 in recent months knows that Bungie is currently wrapping up its grand saga of Light and Darkness. But what comes after the dramatic showdown? This week, Luke Smith, Bungie’s “mastermind,” has commented on this. MeinMMO brings you up to date on what Bungie is planning.

Destiny 2 has become a live service game with a series character and not only provides its guardians with regular content but also with a seasonal weekly narrative.

Players return week after week to the universe of the loot shooter to find out how the ongoing story continues and to empower their guardian for the final battle. A core concept that Bungie plans to further develop for its IPs in the future.

  • The upcoming expansion “Lightfall,” which is expected to start in early 2023, will once again advance players in this story narrative in a serial format.
  • And in the last officially announced expansion “The Final Shape,” which is planned for early 2024, Bungie announced that the saga of Light and Darkness will come to “a dramatic conclusion.”

But what happens after “…and beyond”?

With Witch Queen, Bungie has embarked on the journey towards the grand finale.

Is Destiny 2 officially coming to an end after “Final Shape”?

Even though Luke Smith did not directly address what comes next, Bungie’s “mastermind” and Executive Creative Director hinted at a future for the Destiny cosmos in a Game Maker’s Notebook podcast with Ted Price of Insomniac Games.

Luke Smith understands the issues of the guardians: In the podcast, it became clear that the Executive Creative Director is aware of the things that mar the experience of players in the current version of Destiny 2.

He knows, “that currently every player who plays the game feels that what they love could be better.” He especially talked about the current and future player experiences of new players who join through New Light, the Destiny 2 Free2Play version, and the gaming experience of veterans.

  • Although the content vault is practical for a massive live service game like Destiny 2 for Bungie as a developer, it is hated by many players because the system regularly swallows beloved locations and seasonal activities.
  • Furthermore, the story of Destiny 2 is so complex that new players who join via New Light cannot follow at all. They are thrown into the story midway and only gradually understand the universe, which frustrates them.

Especially on reddit and in the community, this “content understanding problem” is pervasive. Far too many new players feel in the current Destiny 2 regarding the story that “they arrive too late to the party,” describes Luke Smith this issue.

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New guardians feel like they are “arriving too late to the party” in Destiny 2.

Thus, they have actively sought contact and feedback from their player community for years, which is indeed not always easy, but also look for solutions for upcoming content.

When we look at the two projects [Destiny 1 and Destiny 2] together, we are in the eighth year [and] a lot has happened in the last eight years. You can’t play everything. So how can we help people [in the future] catch up?

Luke Smith, Executive Creative Director at Bungie

He absolutely appreciates the work of player veterans and YouTubers who currently provide regular summaries of the previous stories for Destiny 2 newcomers, but also states regarding the future, “we shouldn’t expect this from our players!”

This is how Bungie wants to “get the engines running” again: Player support within DLCs and the game is something Bungie hasn’t done in the past at all and has only recently started to focus on more.

Therefore, the developer wants to take new paths after “The Final Shape” so that more players can grasp and understand future game worlds more easily.

I think when we look at this narrative arc that we call the “end of the light versus dark saga,” we will, so to speak, get the engines running again and welcome the [players] back. […] we will still have to figure out how we can pave the way for the [players] who return to the universe, and what Bungie can contribute to that.

Luke Smith explained in the podcast

In Destiny 2, Bungie will continue to build upon its special way of telling captivating, profound, and also epic stories in the upcoming seasons and next expansions.

The current Season 17 offers more story content than ever, revolving around “a meaningful experience.” This development had been announced by the Project Lead for “Lightfall,” Blake Battle, at the launch of Witch Queen in early 2022. He has also confirmed that the Lightfall expansion will include a legendary campaign.

  • The new DLC “Lightfall” will thus offer players the choice between the classic campaign for casual players and the legendary campaign for veterans.
  • Moreover, one can strongly assume that Bungie will maintain the story direction it has taken as a “weekly serial format.”
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Destiny 2 is likely to evolve as a universe within “Destiny”

Luke Smith’s current personal work at Bungie has little to do directly with Destiny 2, as he revealed. There is a different leadership team planning the future of the space shooter.

He and his longtime production partner Mark Noseworthy are currently responsible for expanding the “Destiny” brand. Their mission for the future is therefore to “think about making Destiny a universe that […] persists and continues beyond a single MMO project.”

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Bungie’s studio continues to grow: Currently has over 800 employees.

There will likely never be a Destiny 3: As Luke Smith explains, they have now “reached a point where a number of people have come to Destiny 2, to Bungie, to work on Destiny in the future.” This brings fresh ideas to the company.

He also addresses in the podcast what has become more evident since the introduction of the content vault:

I think Destiny 2 is Destiny. The design of Destiny 1 and 2.

Bungie believes in the concept of live service games, which Joe Blackburn, the current Game Director, is also pursuing resolutely. Thus, the content of Destiny 1 and 2 is slowly coming together.

Captivating TV stories like those of the “Star Wars” universe or “The Witcher” should similarly unfold the story of Destiny 2 in the future as Bungie seeks to establish its new gaming vision. However, what exactly is planned here, whether new IP or an altered Destiny universe, remains open.

On YouTube, you can watch the full interview between Luke Smith and Ted Price from Insomniac Games.

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At the end of the interview, Luke Smith also shared a personal vision for the future:

Sometimes resources are worth it. And sometimes you look back and think: “We couldn’t support this as well as we wanted to,” like with bringing back popular modes from Destiny 1. […] We get up and just keep going, we come back and we keep going. We will continue to try to learn and improve. I think it will be a highly competitive environment.

One will utilize a lot of opportunities for projects that people may enjoy. But Luke Smith is also sure that some people will be unhappy when projects or single-player games that were not live service games become so in the future.

I’m not saying that no one should hear this and say: “Luke said: Every single, you know, single-player game will become a service game. That’s not what I mean at all. What I’m saying is that there are many ways to create experiences that fans and potential fans will love. And I’m not afraid of a world where there are more service games. If anything, it’s going to be a challenge for them all to do better and find a better way. And in a way, where this entity may still have one.

he elaborates his “Luke Smith vision”

What do you think about Bungie’s plans for the future and the upcoming improvement of the New Light Free2Play player experience? Do you believe a reboot of the brand and the universe “Destiny” is possible? Or will you turn your back on the universe for good after the end of the light and darkness saga? Please share your thoughts in the comments.

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HandOfBlood’s LoL team completely destroys the opposing AD carry – Finally has sole first place

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For weeks, several LoL teams have been competing in the German Strauss Prime League for first place. On June 21, Eintracht Spandau faced Schalke 04, the two remaining top teams. In a game that was balanced for the most part, the team of HandOfBlood managed to prevail in the end because they completely shut down the opposing AD-Carry.

How did the season go in the Prime League?

More about the team of Eintracht Spandau can be found in this video:

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Eintracht Spandau doesn’t let an opponent into the game

How did the match go? The first 20 minutes were very balanced. Schalke 04 even gained a slight advantage, with about 4,000 gold ahead at minute 17. However, a risky tower dive in the bot lane and a lost team fight at minute 21 marked the turning point.

Eintracht Spandau managed to secure a Baron and had an advantage in gold and on the map from then on.

What was particularly noticeable in the game was the focus on the opposing AD-Carry TakeSet. He played Jinx and was supposed to deal significant damage. However, TakeSet was eliminated so quickly in every team fight that he ended the match with 0 kills and 0 assists. He was thus not involved in any of his team’s 8 kills.

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The statistics at the end of the match.

What does the table look like now?

  • Eintracht Spandau leads the table with 6 wins and 1 loss
  • The second place is shared by three teams: Schalke 04, BiG, and SK Gaming Prime, each with 5 wins and 2 losses
  • In 5th place is Unicorns of Love: Sexy Edition with 4 wins and 3 losses
  • Place 6 is shared by MOUZ and E WIE EINFACH ESPORTS with 3 wins and 4 losses
  • GamerLegion and Wave Esports both have 2 wins and 5 losses
  • The last place is held by PENTA 1860 with 0 wins and 7 losses

On Thursday, June 23, the next matchday will take place. Matches of the league are held every Tuesday and Thursday. By July 28 at the latest, it will be clear which teams will qualify for the playoffs and then compete for participation in the EU Masters in the summer.

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On average, 88,000 people watched the EU Masters in Spring 2022, and at peak, up to 290,000 were simultaneously in the streams (via Esports Charts).

They competed for a total prize pool of 167,000 euros.

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What do you think about the success of Eintracht Spandau? Does the team deserve to be in first place? And do you regularly watch the German league?

If you want to learn more about Eintracht Spandau, the founding and vision of the team, you can listen to our podcast on it:

Eintracht Spandau explains to us why the German LoL scene urgently needs to change

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3 champions in LoL are so strong that they are currently chosen by the professionals in almost every match

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In League of Legends, the Summer Split started last weekend in many leagues. We summarize which champions are currently particularly strong, so they are either banned or played. At the top in all major leagues are mainly three champions.

Which champions are these? For this list, we looked at the four major leagues – LEC, LCS, LPL, and LCK. This resulted in three champions who were noted in almost all of the 113 matches by the professionals (via gol.gg):

  • Wukong – played 55 times, banned 54 times – 96.5% of all games played or banned
  • Lucian – played 22 times, banned 86 times – 95.6% of all games played or banned
  • Gwen – played 29 times, banned 74 times – 91.1% of all games played or banned

In 4th and 5th place are Viego and Ahri, who only reach around 80%. In the European LEC, they are only noted in 60% (Ahri) and 53% (Viego) of the games.

By the way, there are also 5 champions that the professionals do not choose.

Just a few days ago, Riot introduced the new AD Carry. Check out Nilah in this video:

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Wukong experiences his great comeback in the jungle despite nerfs

What makes the champions so strong? Looking at the statistics, it stands out that Gwen has been one of the most popular champions all year long. Her invulnerability and good damage make her a real monster in 1v1 on the top lane.

Lucian and Wukong, on the other hand, celebrated their rise especially around the Mid-Season Invitational, which the RNG team controversially won. There was already a buff for Wukong in the previous patch 12.7.

Although with the patch 12.11 many nerfs were applied and Wukong was weakened, the meta has not been shaken by the top teams. Currently, the same three champions are at the top as they were in May at the MSI.

A small surprise is only Swain. He was played 19 times in the Chinese LPL and banned 17 times (59% of all matches). He played no role in the Spring Split in China (0%) and at MSI (0%). He benefited from the latest updates.

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Can I also play these champions in SoloQ? Yes, although there are restrictions.

  • Wukong is ranked 5th among junglers in all leagues with a win rate of 53.1% in the current patch. Looking at players with rank Platinum or higher, he is even ranked 3rd among all junglers.
  • Lucian has a win rate of 50.4% (rank 8 among all ADCs) at all ranks and reaches a win rate of 51.2% (rank 6) in Platinum+.

Gwen, on the other hand, is at the lowest win rate (45.3% – rank 50) among top laners from Iron rank. However, it rises sharply when looking at Master, Grandmaster, and Challenger. Gwen is a super strong champion, but not so easy to play. One should keep this in mind when going to the top lane with her.

What do you think about the three champions? Do you play them yourself or do you think they are overrated? Feel free to write it in the comments.

In the European LEC, there has been quite a bit of movement in the teams’ rosters during the off-season. Especially Vitality restructured itself:

LoL: Team Vitality buys the best players in Europe for millions € but fails – Now they are bringing in 2 players from Asia

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GTA Online is currently giving away one of the best cars – Last day is running

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In GTA Online there is currently a car offer that you definitely should not miss. You will save more than half a million GTA dollars and make your missions significantly easier.

What kind of car is it? The armored Karin Kuruma actually costs you a whopping 525,000 GTA dollars when purchased. However, right now you can get the ride for free at Southern San Andreas Super Autos. The reason for this is the current event week.

We will show you here what makes the car so good and how much time you have left to secure the offer.

Why is the Kuruma worth it?

What you need to know: The Kuruma is not particularly fast and cannot keep up with other armored vehicles like the Paragon R. But that is not so important, because you do not want to race with it, but complete missions and heists.

It is a five-door car – Your friends and heist colleagues will find plenty of room for transport. This is particularly interesting when you are playing with new players who do not yet own armored vehicles. Instead of being shot in unprotected cars, they find protection with you.

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The armored Kuruma in GTA Online – Also available in pink

The armored Karin Kuruma is almost bulletproof. Hardly any bullet penetrates the vehicle interior. This allows you to stand directly in the line of fire of the enemies during missions and shoot from the car while being very well protected.

Although it is not the best armored car, I keep using the Kuruma. Find out in the linked article what other features make it so good.

Due to its solid construction, which makes missions significantly easier for players, the Kuruma is among the best cars in GTA Online. Its features make the car very popular, which is why it is often used for making money.

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How long does the offer last? You have until Wednesday, June 22, to secure the free armored Kuruma. When the new bonus week starts on June 23, the offer will expire. So you should hurry and make space in your garage so that you can accommodate the car.

Will you get the free Kuruma or do you prefer other armored cars in GTA Online? Let us know your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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Fortnite makes Darth Vader as powerful as it should be for this legend

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Your attacks land when he’s doing something other than blocking. The problem is: This can include throwing objects using the Force.

Even from a distance, Vader is dangerous

So Vader can also harm you from a distance. Moreover, he likes to throw his red lightsaber at you.

Lastly, Vader can bridge distances by using a Force jump or by simply pulling you closer with the Force. And in close combat, there’s little that can stand against his lightsaber.

Overall, Vader is a suitably powerful boss in Fortnite – not as unbeatable as in Fallen Order, but still a challenge. However, you have a real chance if you can rely on enough weapons and a good position. That is not easy, though.

Fortnite Darth Vader
If Vader notices you, you should run for your life

A popular landing point: At least right now, shortly after the update, Vader is a popular target – because if you defeat him, you get his lightsaber and some offensive abilities. The problem is: Everyone wants that right now.

Accordingly, it is currently quite crowded wherever Vader lands. In the chaos, you have to deal not only with the stormtroopers and Vader but also with your fellow players. It can be tough to get your hands on weapons – and you really don’t want to fight Vader without a weapon.

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Furthermore, Vader can also throw a streetlamp at your head while you’re trying to figure out who’s shooting you in the back. In short, anyone flying directly at Darth Vader should expect a quick demise.

Darth Vader is not the only crossover in Fortnite at the moment. The ninjas from the world of Naruto are also back in the game – and there are gifts from Naruto in Fortnite.

With Darth Vader, the island in Fortnite has a new boss. And the Sith Lord doesn’t mess around when you attack him.

It has been over 45 years since Darth Vader first instilled fear in the galaxy in “Star Wars.” To this day, the myth has only grown larger: in movies, but also in games, comics, books, and pretty much every other media format, the dark lord has reappeared time and time again.

The last few years have been no exception. The final scene in “Rogue One,” the impressive appearance in the game “Jedi: Fallen Order,” and his presence in the new Kenobi series all primarily showcase Vader as a relentless killing machine who rarely shows mercy.

Now, Darth Vader has also appeared in the usually colorful world of Fortnite and was immediately mocked for having a strange stick instead of his iconic lightsaber in the Battle Pass.

But since the new patch 21.10, Vader has also been roaming the island as a boss. And he not only has his lightsaber, but he also knows how to use it.

If you don’t take down Vader, the other players will

This is how Vader fights in Fortnite: Darth Vader does not have a fixed location on the map but flies to a new point on the island in each match. Pay attention right from the start to the imperial ship that passes by the Battle Bus – then you’ll see where Vader lands. His location is also marked by a light signal.

At the landing point, Vader doesn’t appear alone but is accompanied by four stormtroopers. They are, of course, after you – but you shouldn’t lose sight of Vader himself.

As befits Vader, he doesn’t run around like a madman but strides menacingly towards you. So you have a good view of him. However, that only helps to a limited extent since he can block your shots with his lightsaber.

Your attacks land when he’s doing something other than blocking. The problem is: This can include throwing objects using the Force.

Even from a distance, Vader is dangerous

So Vader can also harm you from a distance. Moreover, he likes to throw his red lightsaber at you.

Lastly, Vader can bridge distances by using a Force jump or by simply pulling you closer with the Force. And in close combat, there’s little that can stand against his lightsaber.

Overall, Vader is a suitably powerful boss in Fortnite – not as unbeatable as in Fallen Order, but still a challenge. However, you have a real chance if you can rely on enough weapons and a good position. That is not easy, though.

Fortnite Darth Vader
If Vader notices you, you should run for your life

A popular landing point: At least right now, shortly after the update, Vader is a popular target – because if you defeat him, you get his lightsaber and some offensive abilities. The problem is: Everyone wants that right now.

Accordingly, it is currently quite crowded wherever Vader lands. In the chaos, you have to deal not only with the stormtroopers and Vader but also with your fellow players. It can be tough to get your hands on weapons – and you really don’t want to fight Vader without a weapon.

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Furthermore, Vader can also throw a streetlamp at your head while you’re trying to figure out who’s shooting you in the back. In short, anyone flying directly at Darth Vader should expect a quick demise.

Darth Vader is not the only crossover in Fortnite at the moment. The ninjas from the world of Naruto are also back in the game – and there are gifts from Naruto in Fortnite.

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PC company goes bankrupt after disastrous action on Twitch – Now they are selling hardware that they actually wanted to give away

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

In 59 seconds, a CEO destroyed his PC company. Now, the hardware he wanted to give away in a promotion is being auctioned off. Thus ends the infamous story behind the company “Artesian Builds.”

The company “Artesian Builds” was still one of the major showcase companies a year ago when it came to having a gaming PC. Many sponsors and streamers supported the company. But that changed radically in March 2022.

Now, the remaining parts of the company are being sold. But what actually happened that it came to this?

CEO of a PC company behaves poorly towards a streamer

What kind of company is this? The CEO of “Artesian Builds,” Noah Katz, was giving away a gaming PC live on Twitch that a small Twitch streamer won. But Katz thought the winner was too insignificant and hadn’t generated sales as a brand ambassador, so he excluded her.

However, the whole action backfired on “Artesian Builds”: The streamer was outraged on her social media channels. As a result, an avalanche of anger fell upon the company. A classic shitstorm.

Eventually, “Artesian Builds” ceased operations on March 9 and wanted to start anew.

The employees also considered whether they should buy and continue the company themselves. Because the big villain was quickly identified as CEO Noah Katz. But that is unlikely to happen now.

These are the consequential seconds on Twitch:

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PC company’s hardware being auctioned off to pay debts

What exactly happened? As announced in a tweet, Artesian Builds will auction off the rest of its inventory to pay off its debts. The auction is set to begin on June 21, 2022.

The tweet lists the official court filing and a link to a Dropbox folder with official documents. Here, one can also see exactly what is being auctioned off (via pcgamer.com):

  • A total of hundreds of components are being auctioned off, including graphics cards, coolers, processors, and computer cases. Even unfinished computers are among the auction items.
  • In addition, the websites, addresses, and especially the brand “Artesian Builds” are being auctioned off.

The gaming systems that were originally intended to be given away in that stream will also be auctioned off.

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Who could buy the items? The well-known Twitch streamer Trainwreck had contacted Twitter after the crisis began and said he wanted to take over the company and run it “properly.”

Whether that was merely a loose claim or indeed taken seriously, we cannot say. Should Trainwreck actually buy the company, he would at least surely have enough money available:

Twitch streamer wins 12.7 million euros in a spin – Warns viewers: “Don’t ruin your life”

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5 Strong MMORPGs on Steam that You Should Know About

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MMORPGs don’t have to be better just because everyone knows them. We at MeinMMO look at small hidden gems among the online role-playing games that have received positive reviews on Steam.

What is the article about? We have looked at the MMORPGs on Steam that are positively rated but do not get much attention. It is important that

  • it is indeed an MMORPG (the tags are set by players and not by the developers)
  • the game title is still being actively expanded and is not already in “maintenance mode”
  • the games are actively played, even if not by many people

We have come up with 5 games that you should definitely check out. The player numbers mentioned are based on data from SteamDB.

The list was originally published in June 2022.

If you are not interested in hidden gems, but overall in the best MMORPGs on Steam, you will find what you’re looking for in this list: The 10 MMORPGs on Steam with the best ratings in 2022.

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Project: Gorgon

Setting: Indie, Oldschool | Developer: Elder Game, LLC | Platform: PC | Release Date: 03/13/2018| Model: Buy2Play | Steam Rating: 85 % positive

What kind of game is this? Project: Gorgon is an MMORPG in the style of old classics like Everquest or Asheron’s Call. At the same time, it focuses more on PvE and free exploration of the map. Much of the MMORPG you have to explore and find out for yourself. There are no clear paths or quests to guide you through the gameplay.

While the game is designed for a multiplayer experience, it is also playable solo. NPCs can serve as friends with whom you can build relationships.

Predefined classes, as seen in most other MMORPGs, do not exist in Project: Gorgon. Over time, you develop your character and level your skills.

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What content does it offer?

  • NPC personalities: Depending on behavior, you can be friends or foes with NPCs.
  • Necromancy allows you to summon the undead – even the corpses of fallen comrades
  • Tame animals and train them into powerful combat companions
  • Trade: In Project Gorgon you can rent a market stall.
  • No classes: Instead, the game offers constant development of various abilities

What do the reviews on Steam say? 85 % of the total 1580 reviews on Steam are positive. Players particularly praise the depth of the game, the community, and the skill progression.

How many players does it have on Steam? At the peak in 24 hours, there were 165 people online in Project Gorgon.

Who is this game for? For players who want to discover a new world without being guided too much. Project: Gorgon thrives on tricky puzzles and is therefore aimed at players who enjoy engaging deeply with the dialogues and texts. Additionally, Project: Gorgon targets fans of old-school MMORPGs.

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CoD Warzone: Season 4 brings a new map – All information about the update & content

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In Call of Duty: Warzone Season 4 / 2022 is live. Highlights include a completely new map and extensive adjustments in Caldera. What you need to know about the season can be found on MeinMMO.

The free battle royale Call of Duty: Warzone functions as a service game, bringing new free content to the game via live seasons every few weeks. Next up is the 4th joint season with Call of Duty: Vanguard.

The season is now live, and the new map is ready to be played. We show you all the info about content and updates. If you prefer a quick overview of Season 4, visit here. We will embed the roadmap here:

cod warzone season 4 roadmap 2022 mercenaries
Update, June 22, 6:00 PM: Season 4 is live, the patch notes can be found here.

CoD Warzone: Season 4 / 2022 – Update Info & Trailer

When is Season 4 coming? The season is live.

How big will the update be? It depends on your platform:

  • PlayStation 5: 21.3 GB
  • PlayStation 4: 21.3 GB
  • Xbox One Series: 27.2 GB
  • Xbox One: 27.2 GB
  • PC: 23.0 GB
  • PC: 26.1 GB (with CoD MW 2019)

What does the trailer look like? You can find the Season 4 trailer with an extensive look at the new map Fortune’s Keep below in the content info. Here we will embed the cinematic trailer for the story:

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What about CoD: Vanguard? The current premium title is also entering Season 4 and will receive new content. There will be a new zombie map that focuses again on round-based gameplay. Additionally, two new multiplayer maps have been announced for the entire Season 4.

You can find the English patch notes at developer Sledgehammer Games (via sledgehammergames.com).

Recently, there has been a lot of information about the new Modern Warfare 2, the CoD 2022. If you’re interested, check it out here:

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CoD Warzone: Season 4 / 2022 – New map and content

The highlight has already been revealed through a scavenger hunt on Twitter: the new map “Fortune’s Keep”. We will embed the overview map here:

cod warzone fortunes keep overview map new map

The map is referred to by the developers as a “Resurgence” map, just like the smaller map “Rebirth Island”.

For a first look at the map, we will embed the Season 4 trailer here:

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CoD Warzone finally shows more of the new map in Season 4 – Trailer and images of Fortune’s Keep

You can find more images of Fortune’s Keep in our article about the trailer: CoD Warzone finally shows more of the new map in Season 4 – trailer and images of Fortune’s Keep.

For the new map, Warzone is introducing map rotation for the first time and keeping both maps in the game. The playlist after the season start looks like this:

cod warzone season 4 2022 playlist at start

To estimate the size of the new map, developer Raven Software released a map with all 3 maps:

cod warzone season 4 2022 map comparison

Caldera is also getting a facelift. The developers describe the changes as follows:

  • New micro-locations and more loot
  • Storage Town as a location
  • Secret underground mercenary vaults
  • 50% less vegetation & better visibility
  • Over 12 revamped locations

An overview map already exists:

cod warzone caldera season 4 2022 map adjustments

Additionally, there have been announcements for further content:

  • Fresh battle pass with 100 tiers
  • LMG “UGM-8” / SMG “Marco 5”
  • Contract: Black Market Supply Run
  • In-match event: Cash Extraction
  • Live event: Mercenaries of Fortune
  • Equipment: EMP grenade
  • Plunder mode: Golden Plunder

There are also already first details for the mid-season:

  • Armored SUV
  • 2 more weapons
  • Titanium Trails
  • Zombies on Rebirth?

In our article about the roadmap of Season 4 of Warzone, you can find more details about the individual content focuses:

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CoD Warzone: Season 4 / 2022 – Battle Pass, Weapons, Operators

What does the battle pass bring? With each new season, there is a fresh battle pass that you can level up with your gameplay time. There are some items for free, such as the new weapons, a handful of CoD points, and cosmetics. If you pay just under €10, you get more than 100 items if you play through the pass.

What’s in the battle pass? Most of the pass consists of cosmetics, XP boosts, CoD points, or similar. However, there are always also gameplay-relevant content like new weapons or perks.

All gameplay-relevant content in the battle pass is always part of the free pass. So you can definitely unlock them without extra cost.

If you play a lot of CoD, then the battle pass is a fair deal: you get a total of 1,300 CoD points back when you reach a very high level.

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What goodies does the battle pass offer?

  • 2 new weapons for Warzone
  • A new operator
  • “Legendary” skins upon completion of the pass
  • Many operator skins with missions for even more skins
  • Cosmetics like calling cards, emblems, sprays, and talismans
  • Vehicle items like battle cries or skins
  • XP tokens for an experience points boost
  • 10% experience boost on the battle pass

Which weapons are coming in Season 4? At the start of the season, you will receive two weapons through the new battle pass, as usual.

There is the SMG “Marco 5” with high mobility and a lot of damage at the shortest ranges. And there is the LMG “UGM-8” – high mobility is also mentioned as an advantage, as well as large magazines.

During the season, there will also be a melee weapon and an SMG added.

Who is the poster girl / poster boy in Season 4? Captain Butcher joins the fight. The captain is already known from CoD WWII from 2017 and connects the story of the Cold War era with the World War Warzone.

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We also look forward to your comments and thoughts on the new Season 4.

As there have also been many changes to the weapons, we are closely monitoring developments in the weapon meta and will update our list of the best weapons as quickly as possible: CoD Warzone: The best weapons with setups – constantly updated.

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The new subscriptions of PS Plus are online on PS4 and PS5 – Start of PS Plus Extra & Premium

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The subscription service PlayStation Plus is experiencing its biggest change yet on June 23. There will then be 3 offers with PS Plus for PS4 and PS5 – Essential, Extra, and Premium. What you should know about it is shown on MeinMMO.

Update, June 23: The new subscriptions are online. Here you will find all 566 games in overview.

Original message: What happens with PS Plus? On June 23, the subscription service will change radically. Instead of a single offer, you can complete PS Plus in 3 different tiers – each higher tier costs a little more but also brings more services:

  • PS Plus Essential
    • Basic offer
  • PS Plus Extra
    • Game Pass with many games for PS4/PS5
  • PS Plus Premium
    • Additional streaming package

The most important information regarding the content of the packages and what you should consider with your current subscription, we compile for you in a brief overview. You can also take a look at our video on the topic:

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PS Plus: 3 new subscriptions from June 23

How does the transition to the new subscription work? The specific time is not yet known. However, you don’t need to consider anything at the start of the new services. You will receive an email as soon as the process is completed.

What do the subscriptions offer me? The more money you invest in your subscription, the more services the packages provide you. Costs and content in overview:

PS Plus Essential

  • Costs
    • Monthly: 8.99 €
    • Quarterly: 24.99 €
    • Yearly: 59.99 €
  • Content
    • 2 games for free download per month
    • Exclusive offers in the PS Store
    • Cloud storage for your game saves
    • Online multiplayer
    • Share Play

PS Plus Extra

  • Costs
    • Monthly: 13.99 €
    • Quarterly: 39.99 €
    • Yearly: 99.99 €
  • Content
    • 2 games for free download per month
    • Exclusive offers in the PS Store
    • Cloud storage for your game saves
    • Online multiplayer
    • Share Play
    • 400 games for download (PS4/PS5)
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PS Plus Premium

  • Costs
    • Monthly: 16.99 €
    • Quarterly: 49.99 €
    • Yearly: 119.99 €
  • Content
    • 2 games for free download per month
    • Exclusive offers in the PS Store
    • Cloud storage for your game saves
    • Online multiplayer
    • Share Play
    • Game Trials for some AAA games
    • 400 games for download (PS4/PS5)
    • Stream PS4 games from Extra package
    • 340 games for streaming
    • PS3 games only for streaming
    • PS1, PS2, PSP games for download and streaming

With ‘Essential’, you get the usual PS Plus subscription, as you already know it. The other subscriptions provide you with more services than the basic version. Which subscription is suitable for you can be read here:

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What happens to my old subscription? If your normal PS Plus subscription is for example still valid for 6 months, your service will be transformed to ‘PS Plus Essential’.

You will receive an email with information about the new subscription, but you don’t need to consider anything further and can continue to collect the games from June in your library.

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Players with a subscription to the streaming service PS Now fall into the ‘PS Plus Premium’ category. Your service offering improves with the transition.

If you land in the new services in the Essential subscription but want to upgrade to a higher subscription, that is possible. However, you will then need to extend your entire remaining subscription period – if you still have 6 months of subscription, you must extend those 6 months to Extra or Premium.

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Which games are included in the subscriptions? The list for the German market has not yet been published. In Asia and North America, however, the new services are already online – here you can find the list for the USA (via videogameschronicle.com).

As soon as the German games are known or the service goes online, you will find more information about it on MeinMMO.

Please feel free to leave us a comment until then and tell us which subscription you choose. If you prefer to hunt for a PS5, then regularly check our sales ticker: Buy PS5 in ticker – All news and offers

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GTA Online: Server Down today on June 22 – How long will you not be able to play?

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Today, on June 22, the playability of GTA Online on PC is limited. Rockstar Games announced maintenance work and server downtimes.

What kind of maintenance work is this? Usually, maintenance work in GTA Online is always related to major updates. Since the maintenance on June 22 only affects the PC version, it can be assumed that these are bug fixes or other features that are initially only available on PC.

We will show you everything we know about the temporary outage.

PC Update on June 22 – What is happening? Start and End

This is what Rockstar Games says: On Twitter , the Rockstar Intel account reports on the upcoming maintenance work and cites the support from Rockstar Games.

It is stated:

  • The Rockstar services for GTA Online on PC will be temporarily unavailable
  • This affects the period from 07:00 to 12:00 on June 22
  • During this time, some players may not be able to access GTA Online
  • It is assumed that the maintenance will not last the full 5 hours
  • Once the work is completed, the servers will be available again

If the maintenance takes longer, we will inform you here in the article.

Start of the server downtime: Around 07:00 on June 22.

End of the server downtime: By 12:00 on June 22 at the latest (according to plan).

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What could the update bring? This is not officially known yet. However, players are already speculating about how the maintenance work could have an impact. It may target hacks and exploits that occur in the PC version of the game and are to be prevented.

Recently, there have been modders in the PC version who manipulated the game to their advantage. This ridiculously large transformer was controlled by hackers in GTA Online.

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Also, the summer update for GTA Online is being discussed among players. Rockstar Games has not officially presented it yet, but based on the last few years, it can be assumed that there will be a summer DLC.

Therefore, the maintenance on June 22 could be a kind of preparation for the next major update for the now 9-year-old online mode.

What changes are you hoping for from the maintenance work? Please share your opinion with us here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss it with other players.

Do you recognize the 7 movies and series that these races in GTA Online are based on?

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WoW Dragonflight: Collector’s Edition now available for pre-order – All content of the collector’s edition

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The Collector’s Edition of WoW Dragonflight is now available for pre-order. We show you all the contents and the price of the coveted Collector’s Edition.

What kind of edition is this? The new WoW expansion Dragonflight is available in the Base, Heroic, Epic, and Collector’s Edition, which is a collector’s edition. The latter is the most expensive of all versions and includes not only the key for the game but also a mousepad, an art book, and other goodies for you.

Surprisingly, it was confirmed on June 21 that Dragonflight will be released in 2022. We provide you with an overview of everything you need to know about the special edition.

Dragonflight Collector’s Edition – Price and Contents

How much does the Collector’s Edition cost? The price is €129.99. Additional shipping costs apply.

Where can you buy the Collector’s Edition? You can now pre-order it at the Blizzard Store.

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When will the package arrive? According to the Blizzard Store, the item should be available by December 31, 2022. An exact release date for the expansion is still pending.

For this reason, it is not possible to predict an exact delivery date. However, the package should be with you in time for the start of the expansion.

More about WoW: Dragonflight can be found here:

What is included?

WoW Dragonflight Collector 1
WoW Dragonflight Collector 2
WoW Dragonflight Collector 3
WoW Dragonflight Collector contents book
WoW Dragonflight Collector contents in-game mount
  • World of Warcraft Dragonflight Epic Edition game key
    • With the key, you unlock the Epic Edition of Dragonflight
  • The Art of Dragonflight – Hardcover art book
    • The book showcases the visual development of the Dragon Isles
  • Alexstrasza mousepad
    • A mousepad featuring the Life-Binder – In her dragon and high elf form
  • Dragonflight Five-Pin Collector’s Set
    • Pins featuring the primary dragonflights from Azeroth in red, green, black, blue, and bronze
  • Epic Edition contents in-game
  • A character boost to the level for Dragonflight
    • A boost to level 60
  • Wings of Awakening
    • A back transmog in the 5 color variants red, green, black, blue, and bronze
  • Tangled Dreamweaver mount
    • A flying mount
  • Murkastrasza pet & Drakk pet
    • Small draconic companions
  • Diadem of the Spellkeeper
    • A crown that was worn by Sindragosa herself
  • Hearthstone effect of the Timewalker
    • A cosmetic effect that makes it look like you are traveling through the sands of time back to your home inn
  • 30 days of game time
    • Extends your playtime by 30 days

What do you think of the contents of the Collector’s Edition of WoW Dragonflight? Is it worth the purchase price for you, and will you pre-order the edition? If so, will you use it for yourself or will you sell it later?

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The new “best defender” in FIFA 22 is so cheap that players suspect a mistake

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

With Giorgio Chiellini, you can secure an almost perfect center-back in FIFA 22. The best part: Compared to others, he is incredibly cheap.

This is the card: The center-back Giorgio Chiellini received a so-called “End of an Era” card in honor of his departure from Juventus Turin after 17 years.

The card represents his legendary career with the club, with which he won numerous titles. Chiellini also won the European Championship with the Italian national team during this time, even as captain.

Accordingly, the values of the card are impressive – so impressive that some players are talking about what might be the best defender in FIFA 22 right now.

FIFA 22 Chiellini

The card equips Chiellini with the normally missing pace, gives him incredible defense, and plenty of physicality. Additionally, he can also impress with the other values – scoring goals is still difficult.

However, the best thing about the card is that you don’t need to open packs or pay exorbitant prices for Chiellini. On the contrary.

This is how cheap the Chiellini card is in FUT 22

This is how you get the card: You can obtain Chiellini through an SBC that runs until July 19, 2022 – you have plenty of time. However, you will hardly need it as it is very easy to complete.

You only need to exchange the following teams:

  • An 83-rated team including a “Piemonte Calcio” player and a TOTW/TOTS player (Chemistry: 70)
  • An 84-rated team including a Serie A player and a TOTW/TOTS player (Chemistry: 65)

These are very, very low prices for such a card, considering the recently ended TOTS event and the cheap prices for gold players on the market.

The only thing that matters is the TOTW/TOTS player in both segments. They are currently being sold at a high price on the market.

Tip: Use the repeatable “TOTW Upgrade 81+” SBC here. You will get a usable TOTW player for the SBC at a lower price. Then fill the rest of the Chiellini SBC with cheap players from your club or the market.

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This is what players are saying: The requirements for the card are so low that players can hardly believe it. At least that seems to be the reaction in the FIFA subreddit:

  • “This is ridiculously cheap,” writes a user (via reddit).
  • “Either EA is generous or they forgot 1 or 2 sections for his SBC,” comments another (via reddit).
  • “I don’t think I’ve ever completed an SBC faster because I was afraid EA would take it down because the requirements were incorrect,” user “MrEzquerro” adds (via reddit).
  • “Yeah, this must be a mistake. Probably the best center-back in the game right now, at least top 5, for about 100k,” finds another user (via reddit).

However, it doesn’t seem to be a mistake, as the card is still available under the same conditions after more than a day. If it were a mistake, EA would likely have reacted faster.

It is more likely that the card is so cheap because Chiellini’s last special SBC was not that long ago. In the Captains event, he already received an excellent card that was even a bit more expensive. Now there is a new, even better version – and it is even easier to obtain.

Is the card for you? Feel free to leave us a comment!

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Sony seems to want to provide the best technology for PS5 themselves – leak announces monitors and headsets

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Sony, the manufacturer of PlayStation, has previously released its own technology for its gaming consoles. Apparently, the Japanese company wants to continue its strategy for the PS5: Leaks show the first images of new gaming headsets and even a monitor is said to be in the works.

The PlayStation 5 remains one of the most sought-after pieces of technology of our time. Since the release, we have had a sales ticker for the PS5 on MeinMMO and many readers are still looking for a console for their living room.

After purchasing the console, the tech check comes. Can the TV utilize all the functions of the PS5? Should one get new headphones so that the investment in the console is reflected in the sound experience?

Manufacturer Sony apparently hopes that the TV flickers and the headphones crackle. Because according to the latest leaks, special technology is in development that is “perfect for the PS5.” MeinMMO shows you the details.

By the way, PS Plus is changing drastically soon. The most important information can be found in the video:

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Monitors and Headsets Specifically for the PS5

Previously, Sony developed hardware branded “PlayStation,” including TVs. For the manufacturer, it’s a simple calculation: The devices are suitable for all common applications of a TV but come with a recommendation for the PlayStation.

A clever argument that creates synergies between the different company divisions. Additionally, a possible competitive advantage in the fiercely contested technology market.

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What technology has been leaked now? Specifically, it concerns 3 headset models and 2 monitor models.

The leak regarding the monitors comes from “Tom Henderson” published on the site exputer.com (via exputer.com). Henderson is known as a reliable insider who has made many accurate predictions in the gaming field.

He announces that Sony will introduce 2 monitors soon:

  • 4K monitor with 144 Hz
  • FullHD monitor with 240 Hz

Both devices are said to be ideally suited for PS5, support VRR, feature HDR, and offer a low response time (1ms gray-to-gray time). Furthermore, gaming features like displaying current FPS and extensive options for adjusting colors and contrasts are possible.

When exactly the devices are expected to be presented, Henderson cannot say. His sources estimate a presentation during the next week (June 27 – July 3). Possibly, the new PS5 Pro controller that Henderson has also leaked will be seen then.

The outlook for the new PS5 headsets from Sony comes from “Onleaks” – usually known for leaks surrounding Android phones. But this time his sources have provided him with Sony technology. We embed the image of one of the new headset models here:

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The headsets are said to come in 3 different versions and receive “Discord certification.” Players have been waiting for the release of Discord on PlayStation for a long time. This could be a possible signal that something is happening soon.

These are the 3 leaked models:

  • Inzone H3
    • Wired
    • Cheapest headset of the series
  • Inzone H5
    • Wireless
    • Longest battery life
  • Inzone H9
    • Wireless
    • Most expensive headset of the series
    • Noise-cancelling sound

All three models are said to provide “360 Spatial Sound.” This allows for precise surround sound simulation, and you can exactly identify from which direction the sound is coming.

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How much will the devices cost? Currently, there is no information available. However, the devices will likely come with a high technical standard, which should be reflected in the price. We will probably have to wait for a possible reveal before financial details are clarified.

If you can get by without the “PlayStation” label on your technology, you can already find the right headset for you in our detailed buying guide: The best gaming headsets you can buy in 2022

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WoW Dragonflight Release: New expansion will be released in 2022!

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The release date of World of Warcraft: Dragonflight is much closer than we all thought. Blizzard still states the release is in 2022.

Quite unexpectedly, Blizzard has just let a big cat out of the bag. The upcoming expansion “World of Warcraft: Dragonflight” will be released this year – that is, in 2022. This is evident from the preorder details, which have also just started.

Where does the information come from? From the official Battle.net shop. The next expansion Dragonflight can now be preordered. The release information indicates that “Dragonflight will be available no later than December 31, 2022.” Thus, Blizzard is making a release promise for the current year!

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How much does Dragonflight cost? This depends on which version you want to order. As usual, there are three different versions to buy, which mainly differ in content and price. The three versions are:

So for 50 euros, you can secure the cheapest version of Dragonflight; those who want more will have to pay more.

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What is included in the different versions? The three versions have, in addition to basic access to Dragonflight, several bonuses. In general:

If you purchase Dragonflight – no matter which version – in the preorder, you will receive the bonus pet “Drakks” in the game.

The Base Edition includes:

  • The base game “Dragonflight”
  • Access to the new race-class combo, Callers of the Dracthyr – possibly even before the expansion’s release (Pre-Patch).

The Heroic Edition includes:

  • All content from the Base Edition
  • A character boost to level 60
  • The flying mount “Entwined Dreamweaver”
  • The pet “Murkastrasza”
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The items from the various editions.

The Epic Edition includes:

  • All content from the Base and Heroic Editions
  • Toy “Timewalker Hearthstone”
  • Head transmog “Diadem of the Spellwarder”
  • Back transmog “Wings of Awakening” in 5 colors
  • 30 days of game time

Which version will you get? And do you think Blizzard can meet the release date?

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Destiny 2: Weekly Reset on 21.06. – Infectious Signs are Spreading

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In Season 17, a new week in Destiny 2 starts today, and it seems to already cast its infectious shadows. While players notice strange changes in the air, the dark secret of a Cabal Empress must be uncovered. MeinMMO is equipped with anti-spore spray and reveals what to expect this week.

This is happening this week: After players in Destiny 2 have already “transformed” crows and Zavala’s nightmare in the ongoing story, they are likely to expect Ghaul, the nightmare of the Cabal Empress Caiatl, this week.

Caiatl is currently trying to maintain the blockade around Calus’ Leviathan with her ships while waiting for his next move. She is eager to find her father and put an end to him once and for all – but more and more Cabal from her army are defecting to him. Currently, it is still unclear where Calus is exactly. Has he merged with the altered Leviathan, or is he hiding in the lower part of his once opulent battleship?

Is the H.E.L.M., the flying operations base of the Vanguard, already infected?

But as if that weren’t enough, a threatening infection also seems to be in progress. The Empress’s troops are not only defecting but are also apparently being infected by the mysterious Egregore spores of the Darkness. For a week now, strange particles have been swirling through the air at the H.E.L.M., the operational hub of the Vanguard. Does this change their thoughts?

Are not only the Cabal but even the Guardians already infected? While players might soon find out, they are also expecting further activities in Destiny 2 this week.

The key info about activities from 21.06. to 28.06.

Vanguard: Nightfall – The Crucible

The Nightfall: The Crucible is the Strike of the week:

  • The Twisted Spire, on Nessus
    • The Red Legion has begun drilling in “The Twisted Spire,” hoping to study and utilize Protheon, the Vex Modular Spirit as a weapon. But the Vex have reacted violently, causing the outbreak of a war zone near the drilling sites. The Vanguard is sending Guardians to destroy Protheon before the Red Legion can seize the Vex Spirit.

This is the Nightfall weapon of the week: In the 5th week of the “Season of the Haunted,” you can earn a special Nightfall weapon.

  • The Nightfall weapon this week is the rocket launcher “Hothead.”

Playlist Strikes have these modifiers:

  • Solar Scorch
  • Brute
  • Iron
  • The Scorch modifier will accompany you all week, while the others change daily.

Endgame: Raid Challenges and Dungeon Rotation

This is happening in the current raid “The Oath of the Student” :

  • This week in the raid “Oath of the Student,” the “Defense Failed” challenge requires you to kill only one Accursed Knight with your Relic.
  • As a reward for the challenge in the third section of the raid on Grandmaster, this week you have a chance to receive a Master version of the submachine gun “Subjugation” or the fusion rifle “Redemption.” But keep in mind that hard and normal modes share the loot.

Additional top rewards from the endgame are available:

  • in the raid “Last Wish” in the Dreaming City
  • as well as in the corresponding dungeon “The Broken Throne”
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Each week the dungeons and raids rotate for top loot.

Weekly Activities

With Season 17, new activities have also been introduced to the game. Explore the Leviathan and face the nightmares or surprising boss opponents in the new patrol zone. Equip the Solar Sense and defend yourself in the Nightmare Containment. Additionally, you can expect these weekly activities:

Savathun’s Throne World – Weekly Campaign Mission

  • “The Ritual” – Repeatable Witch Queen campaign mission
    • Make your way through Savathun’s symbol labyrinth before you stop her from spinning her schemes against the Traveler. It is the final battle with Savathun, the Witch Queen herself.

Crucible – These are the PvP playlists:

  • Private Match
  • Rumble
  • Control
  • Elimination
  • Glory Survival
  • Glory Survival: Freelance
  • Conflict

Ascendant Challenge – Dreaming City

  • Petra Venj can now be found in the Dreaming City right at Rheasilvia – as always during the 3rd curse week. At the same time, the 1st Ascendant Challenge is active.

Sources for top loot in Season 17 of Destiny 2

This is the new max level: In the new season of the Haunted, the maximum power level of your equipment is 1,570. Thus, the power level at the start of Season 17 has increased by +10 power levels compared to the previous Season 16. All players have also been raised to a base power level of 1,350.

If you want to level up quickly, you can also play the Legendary Campaign of the Witch Queen expansion and reach 1,530 upon completion and get a new exotic.

This top loot (Pinnacle Gear) brings your power level above 1,560:

  • Top Raid “The Oath of the Student” (+2)
  • Legacy Raid Rotation this week: “Last Wish” (+2)
  • Legacy Dungeon Rotation “The Broken Throne” (+2)
  • Complete Nightfall: Crucible with at least 100,000 points (+2)
  • Seasonal Activity “Separation” (+2)
  • Weekly Witch Queen campaign mission with at least 100,000 points (+2)
  • Complete the activity “Preservation” in the Pyramid of Darkness (+2)
  • “Trials of Eternity”: Achieve at least 250,000 points or more (+2)
  • Defeat Powerful Cabal in the exotic mission “Vox Obscura” (+2)
  • Complete 3 Gambit matches (+1)
  • Complete 3 Crucible matches (+1)
  • Complete 3 Vanguard Ops Strikes with appropriate focus (+1)
  • Hawthorne’s Clan Quest (+1)
  • Trials of Osiris (2+) (from June 24)

Glint Dust highlights in the Eververse

And if you are still waiting to complete your burning ornament armor set from Solar 3.0: This week, the respective class items for Glint Dust are available.

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Cool class items for your Guardians

Additionally, you can also get a few more highlights in the Eververse shop for Glint Dust, which is the currency earned in-game.

  • Legendary weapon ornament for Drang-Baroque “Society of the Lonely”
  • Exotic emote “Sparrow Trip”
  • Exotic ghost shell “Wings Shell”
  • Exotic ghost shell “Firetrail Shell”
  • Exotic Sparrow “Seaspray Glider”
  • Exotic ship “Scrap Heap Navigator”
  • Legendary emote “Conductor”
  • Legendary ghost projection “Shard” projection
  • Legendary teleport effect “Boned Appearance”
  • Shader “Silver-Teratorn”

What do you think? Do you believe Caiatl will be able to assert herself and finally break free from Ghaul’s shadow of a better leader? And what about our disinfection shower? Has the containment of Eris Morn at the Vanguard operations base failed, and the Guardians and Cabal are already infected with the spores? What do you think?

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New MMORPG on Steam aims to be perfect for solo players – Celebrates its full release in 2022

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Mist Legacy is a new MMORPG that started Early Access on Steam in late 2021. It focuses on turn-based combat and solo players, foregoing a classic open world. In September, it is set to celebrate its full release.

What kind of game is this? Mist Legacy is a Free2Play MMORPG played from a top-down perspective and was released in Early Access on Steam in October 2021. You can expect turn-based battles, where you always fight with three characters at a time. These can either be real players or, like in Guild Wars 1, NPCs.

However, Mist Legacy is an “Old School” game. Modern elements like jumping, dodging, climbing, or similar are nowhere to be found.

The game world is also special, as you do not navigate through an open world; instead, you have a map in front of you, where you select points you want to reach. These can be quest locations, enemies, or other important places.

Otherwise, the game offers:

  • A character editor with various settings
  • A story that guides you through the MMORPG
  • It does not have classes and instead lets you choose from various weapons and abilities
  • Areas with effects, so you receive other bonuses when you are in cities, forests, or in different weather conditions
  • Various PvE content such as dungeons and bosses
  • A housing system

A glimpse into the gameplay is provided by this video from YouTuber Sokol:

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Mist Legacy is soon celebrating a full release – Continues to have active players on Steam

What has been announced now? Mist Legacy has been in Early Access for about 8 months. During this time, more than 30 content updates have been released. Now, the game is slowly set to celebrate its official release. The four developers, who are completing the game on their own, have set the date for September 13, 2022.

Until the release, there will be no “Breaking Changes” anymore. Instead, the developers plan bug fixes, balance adjustments, server modifications, and general polishing. Additionally, a new event is planned for summer.

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How is Mist Legacy received? According to the developers, the game should have had about 46,000 testers. They expect new players when the marketing push for the release arrives.

According to SteamDB, there are currently about 150 players online at peak times. The player numbers are very stable at the moment. Since March, the game has reached between 130 and 210 players daily at peak times.

The highest peak of concurrent players occurred two days after the release – with 1,065 concurrent players.

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The player numbers of Mist Legacy on Steam.

So far, Mist Legacy has received 827 reviews on Steam. They are 73% positive:

  • Praise is given for the easy start, the increasing complexity, the story, and the fact that you can experience almost everything solo. Some also praise the slowness and calmness that the MMORPG radiates.
  • Criticism is given for the long grind, the fact that items are supposed to break quickly in combat, and timers that prevent you from completing everything immediately.
  • Players also have mixed feelings about the shop. Because you need premium currency to trade with other players, to increase your inventory, or to buy the fourth and fifth group slots. These are essential in the endgame since you can’t defeat the toughest enemies with 3-player groups.

What do you think about Mist Legacy? Have you already tested the game yourself, or is the concept not appealing to you? You can find all other MMORPGs that will be released in 2022 in this list:

12 new MMORPGs that are to be released in 2022

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