Actually, Bungie has experience with legal disputes with cheat providers. However, the latest case did not go to court as the makers of Destiny 2 might have expected. Several claims were dismissed, but it is not over yet.
Who is Bungie taking action against? As reported by TorrentFreak.com, there is currently a legal dispute with AimJunkies.
What exactly is the lawsuit about? Since AimJunkies offers Destiny 2 hacks for sale, Bungie sees a violation of the rules and especially copyright, as the hacks rely on systems that are protected against copying and must not be modified.
Bungie accuses the cheat provider of trademark and copyright violations. The lawsuit was filed in late 2021 in Seattle, Washington.
The lawsuit is also directed against the Phoenix Digital Group, which is said to have created the software as a basis for cheats.
Prior to that, there were settlement discussions and AimJunkies had removed the cheats for Destiny 2, but they were still online as backups. After further legal actions by Bungie, the conflict flared up again.
AimJunkies applied for a dismissal of the case, stating that no law prohibits the offering of cheats. They also claimed not to have violated copyright.
Now a decision has been made in the dismissal proceedings, and it did not go well for Bungie: The lawsuit was dismissed, at least for now.
Although the case is not over, it is not a good start for Bungie. This is how the court justifies its decision.
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The judge believes Bungie did not provide enough facts
This is how the cheat provider justifies why the lawsuit is unlawful: It is undisputed that this site actually offers cheats for sale.
AimJunkie argued that Bungie’s claims were simply too vague and imprecise. The cheat software is not a copy of any code from Destiny 2.
However, Bungie also made other accusations. These involve breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
According to AimJunkie, this does not belong in a federal court. Such cases are typically decided in arbitration.
The judge seems to have seen it the same way, as the verdict shows. The court found that Bungie did not provide enough facts and evidence to substantiate the lawsuit.
The presiding judge Zilly said:
In particular, Bungie has not cited facts explaining how the cheat software constitutes an unauthorized copy of any of the copyrighted works cited in the lawsuit. Bungie’s lawsuit must contain more than a ‘formulaic recitation of the elements of a cause of action.’
Has Bungie failed? No. They still have the option to collect further evidence for the lawsuit and try again.
However, it is quite possible that the case will not actually be continued in a federal court. The judge agrees that this is actually a case for arbitration due to Bungie’s own licensing agreements.
The judge advises both parties to resolve this matter out of court.
Aside from that, not all accusations by Bungie were dismissed. According to Judge Zilly, the claims regarding trademark law are valid and provide grounds for a case. Thus, at least the issue of trademark infringement should be clarified in court.
Although AimJunkies has achieved a small victory regarding copyright, Bungie still has some leeway to enforce its claims. Perhaps they will indeed present enough evidence to also enforce the copyright lawsuit.
Currently, the cheat provider is also apparently in a sales process to a Ukrainian investor group. So, it remains unclear how this will continue.
This is not the first lawsuit against a cheat provider; there have been several such disputes in the past.
Since April 26, the battle between hardcore players in Final Fantasy XIV against the new ultimate raid Dragon’s War (Fatal) has erupted. Players find themselves walking the fine line between fun and madness.
Attention: Heavy spoilers follow for the new raid Dragon’s War (Fatal) and the expansion Heavensward.
The situation in brief:
Ultimate Raids are the absolute hardest type of PvE content in FFXIV, tackled by about 5% of all players. After over 2 years of drought, the next ultimate raid Dragon’s War (Fatal). was released on April 26.
With the release, the race for the first kill of the raid began, involving dozens of hardcore players worldwide. Some groups stream their gameplay on Twitch, while others prefer to keep their progress private.
If the character survives, the future changes, and players are thrown into a much harder version of the fight.
Now, some groups seem to have reached the possibly final 8th phase of Dragon’s War (Fatal), which appears to be quite challenging. On Twitter, some of the well-known hardcore raiders expressed their dismay at the extreme difficulty of the new raid.
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“This is no joke. This is completely ridiculous.”
These comments include: For already 6 days in a row, the toughest of the hardcore raiders in FFXIV have been grappling with the new fight and are being expertly taken apart by it. It’s visible in the numerous wipe clips, as well as in the comments and tweets that sound increasingly horrified.
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“I could really use a hug right now” and “I want to meet the developer of this fight, roll up a newspaper, and hit him on the nose: ‘No. Don’t do that. Bad developer.'” – @Sindalf
“Micropixel safe spot, the ultimate.” – @FFXIVMomo
“Maybe it was better that Haurchefant died.” – @FFsfia
However, most comments remain quite cryptic and do not specify why the fight is completely ridiculous. Also to avoid revealing how far their own group has progressed.
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However, viewers of the streams can piece it together somewhat. It appears that the group Thoughts per Second has reached the currently last known phase of the fight, where they must face the dragons Nidhogg and Hraesvelgr simultaneously, and this phase is particularly tough.
The fights in FFXIV are choreographies of very fast and ruthless sequences of mechanics containing a certain element of randomness that must be perfectly executed by the entire group. Otherwise, a wipe occurs.
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The streamer Arthras is horrified by the return of dive bombs and twisters, annoying mechanics from a previous ultimate fight.
In contrast to the last two ultimate fights, Dragon’s War does not appear to have a “hidden, clever” mechanic that players must solve before proceeding. Rather, it is a brutal mix of relentless DPS checks and pixel-perfect positioning to avoid being hit by one-shot attacks.
Especially after time is turned back and the future is changed, the difficulty increases significantly. The already known mechanics of King Thordan are mixed with the mechanics from the first ultimate fight, Bahamut.
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The fact that there is only one checkpoint right at the start after the first phase also contributes to the difficulty. Raiders must endure at least 6 phases of the fight with full concentration, which is very exhausting.
If one of the players in the group slips up and makes a mistake, it usually leads to a complete wipe, or the group fails the DPS check. They are sent back to the beginning of the 2nd phase and must endure nearly the entire fight anew.
But despite all the deaths and the mechanical madness, the raiders enjoy the fight and are getting closer to victory.
Meanwhile, the developers are fighting their own battle in PvP:
With Bloodhunt, an unusual battle royale has been released on Steam at the end of April. You take on the roles of vampires and hunt other vampires. But how is the game being received? We summarize the reviews from the past few days.
What is Bloodhunt? This is a multiplayer spin-off of Vampire: The Masquerade. Bloodhunt is a free-to-play battle royale where you play as a vampire and must fight for survival against other vampires on the streets of Prague.
Here you have various abilities available and can move very quickly thanks to the third-person perspective and parkour feature.
During combat, you can even drink the blood of civilians as long as no one notices you.
The announcement was not well received by fans as they were actually waiting for Bloodlines 2, a full-fledged story RPG, and did not want a multiplayer game.
Nevertheless, the game made its way to Steam, having been playable in early access from September to November 2021, and managed to gain some fans. The game has now been released on Steam since April 27. We show you how it is currently being received.
Beforehand, you can watch the dark trailer for Bloodhunt here:
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Bloodhunt is mostly positively rated on Steam – “Different from the others”
This is howBloodhunt is received by first players: Even the early access phase managed to garner numerous positive ratings, and since release, there have been even more.
Overall, Bloodhunt stands at 71% positive reviews, with around 27,000 total. Since the release on April 27, another good 3,400 reviews have come in, which are again 74% positive.
Thus, Bloodhunt seems to be well-received by most players, even though smaller battle royale games often have a tough time.
What is rated positively? Here are some excerpts from individual reviews:
“I love the aesthetics of the game as well as the easy-to-learn gameplay. The constant action makes it a game I will definitely invest some time in once there are more updates.” – Yxseen
“Weapons and powers both feel good, the movements are great. There could be a bit more customization options for faces and hair at launch, but that’s not a big deal.” – Urgo Yumei
“The game has a great ‘World of Darkness’ atmosphere and the fights feel like you’re a vampire.” – Akara The Lost
Many praise that it stands out positively from most other games of its kind and brings fresh air into the genre. Particularly highlighted are the atmosphere and the feeling of truly being a vampire. The game is also considered beginner-friendly and easy to learn.
Positive aspects are also the quest lines that can appear during a match. The balancing of classes, ranged weapons, and abilities has overall been well executed.
What is not so good? Some players complain about missing quality-of-life features and would like to see more game modes. For example, currently, it is not possible to play in duo mode.
Some also report hardware-specific issues that make the game partially unplayable for them. However, this cannot be confirmed. Overall, there are only a few people reporting such problems. The reviews suggest that there is likely still a need for optimization.
Additionally, there are some bugs and glitches that seem to have survived despite early access or have newly occurred. Overall, they do not seem to be severe. There are also recurring connection issues.
Have you tried Bloodhunt yet? What do you think of the unusual vampire battle royale? Let us know your opinion.
This week, we focused on two new MMORPGs: Echoes of Yore and Tower of Fantasy. Additionally, there was new information about Project TL, as well as updates on Lost Ark and New World. We have summarized all the important news of the week.
The discussion of the week: Are dungeon finders a good or bad thing? This discussion is particularly relevant due to WOTLK Classic and New World, which will soon introduce a dungeon finder. What do you think? Feel free to comment on our opinion:
These were the news of this week from the world of MMORPGs at a glance. Tell us, what was your personal highlight? Or did we perhaps forget something important? Did you experience something exciting that you want to share with us? Feel free to write it in the comments here on MeinMMO.
For those interested in all the MMORPGs scheduled to release in 2022, here is a list:
What kind of game is this? Originallyreleased Planet Coaster in 2016 for PC, followed by console releases in 2020. It’s a typical building game focused on theme parks.
I actually consider it a sacrilege to play such games on a console because I find it somehow impractical without a mouse and keyboard. But I love theme parks and used to enjoy RollerCoaster Tycoon as well. Plus, I didn’t plan to spend so much time on it.
So: Installed and fired it up.
What makes Planet Coaster so incredibly good: To get an overview of the game, I started in the tutorial and learned the basics of park building there. The first ride, a few service buildings, guest needs, and roller coaster crafting – you learn all of this there.
Moreover, you learn the controls. At first, they are a bit clunky, and I’m sure it’s a tad easier on PC, especially with all the menus and details you can place on the map.
But all in all, Planet Coaster plays surprisingly intuitively with the PS5 controller. At least, it’s intuitive enough that I still haven’t felt the need to try out mouse-keyboard control on the console – which Planet Coaster offers.
There is plenty of space for park expansion
After the tutorial, I jumped straight into challenge mode. Here you can freely build your own dream park while ensuring that you neither run out of money nor make the guests cranky. That should be no problem with my newly acquired theme park skills.
Then it began: I set myself the goal of building the best space theme park in the world. With this endeavor, I went bankrupt twice within half an hour due to expensive space props and massive mismanagement.
So I set my sights on building the best Wild West theme park in the world, as covered wagons are cheaper than spaceships. And now things started to come together.
You can assign individual cowboys and banditsAnd stands like hot dog stands can also be erectedThere are also statistics for guests, rides, and moreYou can place a sea monsterA flying ship in the background is possible
Once you’ve survived the first minutes without going bankrupt, you start to grasp the detail level of this game. I realized: I can not only build a Wild West town from pre-made houses and corresponding rides. No, no, no.
I can:
Customize the entire terrain of the park as I wish. Huge mountains, deep caves, lakes – everything is possible.
Place individual animatronics or decorations almost anywhere I want.
Combine buildings freely.
Add special effects. Dry ice, flamethrowers, fog machines – whatever. It feels like everything is possible.
Trees, bushes, neon signs, flags, scaffolding – the list of little details you can incorporate is simply endless.
See the thoughts of the guests and respond accordingly.
Change the colors and designs of the rides.
Manage a bit of the park – from staff salaries to the price of the jumbo hot dog. And yes: even 50 cents can make a big difference.
Build custom roller coasters from scratch – but I haven’t gotten around to that yet.
Since my framework for the park is up, I can’t stop. I regularly get lost in absolute detail work: then I tinker in a thematic area here and there, spruce up the waiting lines, make roller coasters more exciting, and distribute hot dog stands endlessly. The latter is especially popular – and my guests should be happy.
I regularly check from the guests’ perspective how my creations look – and I’m delighted every time like a little child when it looks just like I imagined it.
The cowboy park is by no means where it ends. Because there are themed worlds from Western to sci-fi to city, fairy tale, or even “Ghostbusters.” Additionally, you can purchase more packages. But I’m initially focusing on my Wild West town and the pirates.
I would have never expected that Planet Coaster would captivate me so much as it currently does. It’s just incredibly fun to let your imagination run wild and tinker with the park.
Additionally, you can also view creations from other players, use them, and upload your own creations. Planet Coaster also offers some exchange with others – at least a little bit.
Anyway, I now actually have a game in which I can really immerse myself on weekends – it’s just not what I was initially looking forward to. I can only recommend that if you downloaded Planet Coaster with PS Plus in February and have ignored it so far, take a look at it.
Have you ever had a game that wouldn’t let you go? Maybe even a building game? Tell us in the comments!
Are you looking for a relaxing game to pass the time? Then consider whether you have enough room for “Planet Coaster” – because this game won’t let you go.
You probably know the feeling: You have your eye on a new game and are looking forward to truly losing yourself in it again. For me, it was “Elden Ring”. I got to test it as a complete Souls beginner before the release and was instantly captivated.
However, I realized that I wasn’t used to the tough gameplay.
So I started playing Demon’s Souls on the PS5. I fought, cast spells, sneaked, and rolled through grueling levels, defeating boss after boss – of course, only after several attempts. My plan: If I train hard here, I’ll be perfectly prepared for Elden Ring.
I had an absolute blast with Demon’s Souls and at the same time observed how much praise Elden Ring received. Accordingly, my anticipation grew even more. But I wanted to finish Demon’s Souls first.
But then daily life got in the way: Suddenly you have long workdays, stress, and a lot to do; you know the drill. And one evening, the desire to get slaughtered again in Upper Latria after a hard day disappeared.
Instead, I wanted something light, casual, and entertaining. Something I could quickly start, and then set aside to dive back into the Souls madness.
So I searched my library and chose “Planet Coaster,” which had been floating around since February – as it was one of the free games with PS Plus. I thought: Build roller coasters, make guests happy, tinker around a bit, and then set it aside.
Let’s just say: I haven’t played Elden Ring to this day. And I haven’t played Demon’s Souls either.
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What kind of game is this? Originallyreleased Planet Coaster in 2016 for PC, followed by console releases in 2020. It’s a typical building game focused on theme parks.
I actually consider it a sacrilege to play such games on a console because I find it somehow impractical without a mouse and keyboard. But I love theme parks and used to enjoy RollerCoaster Tycoon as well. Plus, I didn’t plan to spend so much time on it.
So: Installed and fired it up.
What makes Planet Coaster so incredibly good: To get an overview of the game, I started in the tutorial and learned the basics of park building there. The first ride, a few service buildings, guest needs, and roller coaster crafting – you learn all of this there.
Moreover, you learn the controls. At first, they are a bit clunky, and I’m sure it’s a tad easier on PC, especially with all the menus and details you can place on the map.
But all in all, Planet Coaster plays surprisingly intuitively with the PS5 controller. At least, it’s intuitive enough that I still haven’t felt the need to try out mouse-keyboard control on the console – which Planet Coaster offers.
There is plenty of space for park expansion
After the tutorial, I jumped straight into challenge mode. Here you can freely build your own dream park while ensuring that you neither run out of money nor make the guests cranky. That should be no problem with my newly acquired theme park skills.
Then it began: I set myself the goal of building the best space theme park in the world. With this endeavor, I went bankrupt twice within half an hour due to expensive space props and massive mismanagement.
So I set my sights on building the best Wild West theme park in the world, as covered wagons are cheaper than spaceships. And now things started to come together.
You can assign individual cowboys and banditsAnd stands like hot dog stands can also be erectedThere are also statistics for guests, rides, and moreYou can place a sea monsterA flying ship in the background is possible
Once you’ve survived the first minutes without going bankrupt, you start to grasp the detail level of this game. I realized: I can not only build a Wild West town from pre-made houses and corresponding rides. No, no, no.
I can:
Customize the entire terrain of the park as I wish. Huge mountains, deep caves, lakes – everything is possible.
Place individual animatronics or decorations almost anywhere I want.
Combine buildings freely.
Add special effects. Dry ice, flamethrowers, fog machines – whatever. It feels like everything is possible.
Trees, bushes, neon signs, flags, scaffolding – the list of little details you can incorporate is simply endless.
See the thoughts of the guests and respond accordingly.
Change the colors and designs of the rides.
Manage a bit of the park – from staff salaries to the price of the jumbo hot dog. And yes: even 50 cents can make a big difference.
Build custom roller coasters from scratch – but I haven’t gotten around to that yet.
Since my framework for the park is up, I can’t stop. I regularly get lost in absolute detail work: then I tinker in a thematic area here and there, spruce up the waiting lines, make roller coasters more exciting, and distribute hot dog stands endlessly. The latter is especially popular – and my guests should be happy.
I regularly check from the guests’ perspective how my creations look – and I’m delighted every time like a little child when it looks just like I imagined it.
The cowboy park is by no means where it ends. Because there are themed worlds from Western to sci-fi to city, fairy tale, or even “Ghostbusters.” Additionally, you can purchase more packages. But I’m initially focusing on my Wild West town and the pirates.
I would have never expected that Planet Coaster would captivate me so much as it currently does. It’s just incredibly fun to let your imagination run wild and tinker with the park.
Additionally, you can also view creations from other players, use them, and upload your own creations. Planet Coaster also offers some exchange with others – at least a little bit.
Anyway, I now actually have a game in which I can really immerse myself on weekends – it’s just not what I was initially looking forward to. I can only recommend that if you downloaded Planet Coaster with PS Plus in February and have ignored it so far, take a look at it.
Twitch streamer Jake’n’Bake is known for his videos of his travels around the world. While he was live, TrainwreckTV suddenly contacted him and casually sent him 113,080 Euros – for a new Porsche.
Who is Jake’n’Bake? Although the streamer is not one of the biggest and most well-known figures on Twitch, he still has around 589,000 followers.
He is considered an IRL streamer, showing not only how he plays but mainly things from real life, such as his travels around the world. He has been living in Japan since 2017, for example.
Recently, he won the AT&T Annihilator Cup 2022, celebrating the victory on Twitch. There, he dreamed of owning a Porsche. Specifically, a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. The car costs at least 100,000 Euros depending on the version on the Porsche website.
This is what the Porsche looks like.
What initially seems like typical dreams of the favorite car quickly becomes a reality within seconds.
Because suddenly the Twitch streamer TrainwreckTV calls him while he is live and donated him $120,000, which is equivalent to 113,080 Euros. Jake is initially completely stunned; you can watch his reaction here in the clip:
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Jake is understandably completely overwhelmed and can hardly believe his luck. At first, he is speechless and can hardly get a word out, only things like “What the hell??? What do you mean???”; at times he is barely understandable due to his excitement.
Then he asks his generous donor why he is doing this at all. At first, he simply says, “Buy the car, you deserve it, and post it on Twitter.”
Then the streamer adds that he finds Jake’s Twitch channel “underrated.” He doesn’t go into much detail, and the call lasts less than a minute.
Jake kept his promise, at least almost. Because the Porsche he wants still has to be built in the workshop. However, he shows his configuration with a screenshot from the official site:
He still can hardly believe his luck, writes that his brain is literally “broken” and thanks his donor for the gesture. He repeats once again: “You deserve it, bro!”
Under the tweet, there are many positive comments for Trainwreck; his gesture is very well received.
In Pokémon GO today, on May 1st, a Raid Day will run for three hours. During this time, you will also receive free Raid Passes and a higher chance of Shinies. We will show you the event details.
What is this event? On April 29th, the event “A Mega Moment” started in Pokémon GO with special research, new spawns, changed field research rewards, and the new Mega Kangaskhan.
As part of this event, a three-hour Raid Day with the new Mega Kangaskhan takes place this Sunday.
The Raid Day with Kangaskhan at a glance
When does it start? The Raid Day with Mega Kangaskhan begins at 11:00 AM local time. It will then last for three hours and end at 2:00 PM local time.
What bonuses are there? During the event, Mega Kangaskhan will appear more frequently in Mega Raids. As some trainers who have already participated in other time zones report, the Kangaskhan Raids last for 6 hours per gym (via reddit.com). So you have enough time to assemble a team.
In the overview of the regional Pokémon, you see the normal form and the Shiny Kangaskhan
Additionally, the chances of encountering Shiny Kangaskhan during the event are increased.
To allow you to participate in some raids without spending coins, you will receive free passes. During the event and up to two hours afterwards, you can receive a total of 5 free Raid Passes by spinning photo discs at gyms.
At the beginning of the event in the earliest time zones, Mega Kangaskhan had 47,948 CP in the Raid. This made the raids harder and caused trainer groups to increase their members from 2 to at least 3. A few hours later, the error was corrected, and Kangaskhan has 37,140 CP in Mega Raids, making it possible to defeat it in pairs with the right counters again.
Whoever buys a graphics card or purchases other items on Amazon and similar platforms often finds small packets with white gel inside. But what is this and what is it even good for? MeinMMO explains to you what is inside these packets.
You find this stuff everywhere. Whether you buy hardware or treat yourself to a new pair of shoes: In the cardboard box, you often find these packets with small balls inside. With labels such as “Do not eat” and “Throw away,” the stuff initially looks dangerous. But why would manufacturers pack dangerous items with their products?
Many people also throw this stuff away, because with used graphics cards that you can get cheaper, the packets are usually not included. MeinMMO explains to you what is inside these packets and why you keep finding these items in your belongings.
Silica gel protects your items from moisture
What is inside the packets? In the small packets with the threatening label is the drying agent silicon dioxide (SiO2). We know it better under the name silica gel. This stuff is odorless and colorless.
It consists of rubber-like balls that are mainly used as a drying agent. The balls are not water-soluble, but can absorb water and thus keep things dry or dry them out.
For this reason, you will mainly find these packets with items that need to be protected from moisture. For example, in shoeboxes, with sensitive electronic devices like motherboards or graphics cards, and even with medications.
With computers or other sensitive devices, the so-called anti-condensation bags are supposed to ensure that no condensation forms with fluctuating temperatures, thus damaging the electronics.
To protect sensitive components, manufacturers pack silica gel bags in the box.
You shouldn’t throw away the packets, as you can use them wisely
That’s why you shouldn’t throw away the silica gel: The small packets can be meaningfully reused after their original purpose.
For example, you can dry out soaked shoes or bags with them. Instead of stuffing newspaper into wet shoes, just take a packet with silica gel.
If you travel to a warm, humid place, it can also be worthwhile to pack a packet with your medications or sensitive electronics.
As soon as the silica gel absorbs moisture, the balls change color. This depends on what color the gel was before. Orange balls, for instance, turn into blue-green.
Even after drying, you can continue to use the packets. To do this, you heat the packets briefly to release the moisture again. Because moisture does not stay in the balls permanently.
More interesting tips on MeinMMO: Are you looking for more exciting tips and tricks from the tech and hardware world? Then take a look here. If you’ve always wondered why motherboards and circuit boards are green:
The announcement of the MMOARPG Diablo Immortal for mobile devices did not go well at all. But now the game has also been announced for PC, and more Diablo fans are showing interest. In the MeinMMO Podcast, we discuss the game’s history in detail.
This is the topic: For a long time, the offshoot Diablo Immortal had a very poor reputation in the gaming community. As a mobile game, it was frowned upon and not considered a “real Diablo.” After all, the series was exclusively on PC until part 3.
However, the feedback from initial tests sounded surprisingly positive and surprisingly more like an MMORPG than an A-RPG. There were raids and dungeons, PvP, and class switching in the game.
In this episode of the MeinMMO Podcast, Alexander Leitsch, Gerd Schuhmann, and Benedict Grothaus talk extensively about the A-RPG and its development history so far.
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Alternatively, you can also write an email directly to [email protected] and share your thoughts with us. Let us know your opinion in the comments.
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A manufacturer has presented a gaming PC on legs that is supposed to offer everything needed for gaming. The well-known YouTuber Linus Tech Tips has tried out the device.
The Danish manufacturer eBlaztr offers a gaming PC that is quite unique in its kind. This is because the computer not only stands on legs but also does not require an additional monitor. MeinMMO had already reported on the gaming PC on legs with built-in monitor.
Now, the well-known YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips has been able to try out the gaming PC and explains what he thinks of the device.
Gaming PC on legs with built-in monitor costs a lot of money
What kind of device is this? The manufacturer itself states on its website that the gaming PC “was designed as the ultimate solution for an uncompromising gaming experience anywhere.” (via eblaztr.com).
It is a gaming PC that stands on legs and has a monitor panel installed. You can therefore “disassemble” the PC at any time, pack it into a special backpack, and transport it to the next location.
How much does all this cost? The prices start at $349 just for the Eblaztr case; for a device with gaming hardware, you already pay $2,345. So for the mobile PC, you pay around 2,200 Euros. The high-end version with a Core i9-12900KS and RTX 3090 Ti costs $7,200.
However, the cool thing is that you can completely build the device yourself. Because if you only buy the case, you can choose the hardware you want to install and also choose a display yourself. Therefore, you can also just buy the case and assemble the hardware yourself. That’s exactly what the YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips has done now.
Tech YouTuber tests gaming PC: “I am not the target audience for this”
Who tests the device? Linus Sebastian is the head of Linus Tech Tips, one of the most well-known tech channels on YouTube. Linus founded the channel in 2008 and now has around 14.5 million subscribers (as of April 30, 2022).
On his YouTube channel, Linus Sebastian comments on things like gaming PCs, graphics cards, or just everything that comes his way in technology, either alone or with guests.
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The video from Linus Tech Tips about the unique gaming PC.
How does he like the device? The case is very organized, and Linus praises that it is very easy to install hardware. The manufacturer relies on high-quality materials, such as an aluminum panel on the back of the system.
Overall, it takes him about an hour to install all the hardware in the case. The final result also looks tidy and organized, and Linus explains that the PC looks really “fantastic”. The hardware fits almost perfectly into the case, and even without instructions, it was quite easy to quickly install the hardware in the case.
Linus also immediately notices, however, that the case does not provide case fans. He also explains that the case does not allow much depth. Components like graphics cards or coolers must not be too wide for them to fit in the case.
In practical tests, the system gets very hot, and during stress tests, the temperatures rise significantly. This is mainly because, Linus explains, the graphics card blows warm air into the case, and the processor does not get fresh air for cooling. The installed panel from Shark Gaming can only convince him to a limited extent.
Moreover, Linus explains that the special backpack for the computer is not yet final. The eBlaztr team is not satisfied with the backpack yet, and they are working on a new, improved version.
What is his conclusion? Basically, he finds that the device has a lot of potential. He explains that one can assemble the device oneself and thus determine the hardware and price oneself. Since the model tested was only a prototype, the manufacturer is likely to make adjustments as well. This includes, for example, the backpack, with which eBlaztr is not yet satisfied.
However, he also points out that such a gaming PC on legs is only aimed at a very specific target group that needs such all-in-one PCs. He himself only says:
I believe this thing is not designed for me. I am not the target audience.
Unique gaming PCs are not only available from eBlaztr. The manufacturer SEGA has introduced a very special gaming PC. This PC can drive around on wheels. SEGA calls the PC itself the “world’s fastest gaming PC” – and no computer on the road is likely to be faster.
A new leak from the Polish Xbox store suggests that the shooter Battlefield 2042 might soon be coming to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
This leak is about: The Polish site xgp.pl published a screenshot from the Xbox game store showing the product page for the game Battlefield 2042. Also visible in the image is the small “Game Pass” icon.
This indicates that the shooter should be available in the popular Xbox subscription service. That is currently not the case, which means it could either be a mistake or a leak. However, the trend currently leans more towards a leak.
Similar slip-ups occurred with the games Mass Effect: Legendary Edition and Resident Evil Village, both of which actually ended up in Xbox Game Pass.
Screenshot from the Polish Xbox store. Source: xgp.pl
The assumption is that Battlefield 2042 will be available through EA Play in the Ultimate version of Game Pass.
When is this supposed to happen? Allegedly, Battlefield 2042 will already be playable on May 5th, next week, via Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
As with all leaks, the rule also applies here: take it with caution. There is no official confirmation that Battlefield 2042 will actually be available in the Pass.
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Poor release and poor communication ruined the game
These were the issues with Battlefield 2042: Since its release in November 21, the shooter has struggled with massive performance issues and declining player numbers. The launch was very bumpy with connection problems and error messages.
Insider leaks about internal management communication at EA regarding the game painted a bizarre picture of relativizing their own blame. News about problems and player complaints did not stop after the release:
It went so far that the predecessor, Battlefield V, according to the statistics site Steamcharts has seven times the player count of 2042.
Battlefield V has 20,330 players in the last 24 hours
Battlefield 2042 can only show 3,203 active players.
EA itself openly admitted during an earnings call in February 2022 that Battlefield 2042 had failed and did not meet expectations. There were even rumors that the shooter might go free-to-play.
Now, however, it seems EA has found another “solution.” If the Polish leak is true and the game ends up in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, it would open the game up to a large group of players.
In the meantime, many remaining players are not pleased:
When Destiny 2 sealed the fate of the Tangled Shore, it also marked the end of the gunrunner Spider. His role was taken over by Master Rahool, the serious Cryptarch. However, since the “legalization,” trading has become only half as enjoyable. The Destiny 2 lore expert Andy Edition is therefore investigating in his latest videothe fate of Spider and the possibility of his return.
It wasn’t that long ago that the Guardians could visit the Fallen “Spider” in the Tangled Shore. He was, alongside Xur, the second mysterious trader in the game and had secured the reputation of being one of the coolest merchants in the Destiny universe since Forsaken.
He became particularly known for his shady deals in a Mafia-like fashion. Those who traded with him knew they owed Spider a favor afterward.
This is how casually Spider conducted his best deals until Season 16.
Additionally, the eight-armed black market boss had the coolest curiosities on offer that every Guardian would have loved to buy all at once:
Before the return of the Gjallarhorn, Spider offered the “Midnight Special.” A kind of fake Gjallarhorn that only he had at the time. He wanted 20 exotic engrams for it.
A ghost for 999,999 Glimmer, who sat in a cage and wanted to be released.
A seed ghost, the origin of a war mind, for a proud 5 seeds of light.
A map with coordinates beyond the solar system, which should be paid for with 5 Hermion flower fossils.
The key to the personal quarters of the executioner Hideo for 500 dark fragments.
And a Hadium Flake, a material from Destiny 1 that does not exist in the second part.
After the release of Witch Queen, the Tangled Shore and Spider became a victim of the content vault and his fate became unknown from that point onward.
That’s why Spider is missed now: Initially, Guardians were glad that Spider’s trading was moved to the Tower. This ended the constant back-and-forth flying to the Tangled Shore and back when cash was tight.
Master Rahool does sell his goods, but the deals with him are only half as interesting because they are legal.
What exactly happened to Spider? The Guardians were unable to find any trace of Spider just before the servers were shut down and the Tangled Shore was deactivated as a destination. Did he escape beforehand?
Master Rahool is not a good black market trader and far too serious.
What happened to Spider and where is he now?
Andy Edition, also a fan of Spider, has been investigating the question of where the Fallen might be now. In his latest video, he refreshes the events surrounding Spider for you and has an interesting theory about his current whereabouts.
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Andy Edition has a theory about Spider’s current whereabouts.
What do you think? Do you want Spider to come back? Or are you completely satisfied with the deals at Master Rahool? Do you also believe that the Drifter still has contact with Spider, and could he play a role in the future story of Destiny 2? Would you like it if Spider finds a secret home in the Tower? Feel free to share your ideas in the comments.
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The gas canisters in Call of Duty: Warzone are usually considered more of a nice gimmick rather than a useful gameplay element. But the underestimated explosives can do more than they seem – because they enjoy “elevator rides”.
The usual problem: you stand in front of a zipline in Call of Duty: Warzone and already know exactly what awaits you at the top. The muzzle of a smirking camper.
One team member tries it anyway. The zipline is long, the ride up feels like it takes forever. The second team member loses their nerves. Even before “Dead Player 1” reaches the top, number 2 also signs their death warrant.
As the only survivor, you stand below shaking your head and forcing a maniacal “YOLO” out of your face. “Click” – grab the zipline and together, decorate opponents with sprays in the Gulag.
Do you recognize yourself in this little anecdote? Then there’s a cool trick that can save you from nasty zipline campers.
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Gas canisters and ziplines work together
How does it work? A little-known mechanic in Warzone allows the gas canister to shoot up via zipline. As seen in this reddit clip:
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Your operator ignites the canister, clamps it onto the zipline, and the explosive is already on its way. In the video, the thread creator “LegoManPro” blows one of the “redeploy balloons” into the air.
This also works with all other ziplines that lead up. However, the canisters do not want to go down – that leads directly to a gas explosion.
The explosion of the canister temporarily disrupts enemies at the top and even leaves you a smoke cloud for cover. If enemies are directly at the end of the zipline, they also take a heavy hit from the explosion.
The damage can be further increased if you combine it with a Claymore:
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The next time you don’t trust a zipline, clamp the canister on and ride 2 seconds later. There’s no guarantee of survival, but the odds are significantly better.
Warzone has many small mechanics that can save your butt in the right situation. Experiment, forget the standard pattern, and always think about how to stay one step ahead of your enemies during the match.
Many games on Steam offer Achievements. However, there is one game that has an achievement that is particularly absurd and time-consuming. MeinMMO explains what it entails.
Achievements challenge gamers to play a game repeatedly and attempt the most impossible tasks. For some, you have to complete the game in a special way or not use certain aids or weapons. How important achievements are to many users is shown in a discussion in Elder Scrolls Online, where achievements were revised.
But for a particularly crazy achievement, you don’t have to solve a complex task. Instead, you should not start the game even once for many years. MeinMMO explains what game this is and what you need to do.
For an achievement, you must not play the Steam game for 10 years
Which game is it? A few days ago, the game “The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe” was released on Steam (via steampowered.com).
This is a remake of the old game from 2013. The team behind it has revamped the game, upgraded the graphics, and added new content.
In the game, you control the protagonist Stanley from a first-person perspective through various rooms. Each of your steps is commented on by a narrator, and you can decide at certain points in the game how the story continues. You can see how the game looks in the following video:
This is what Stanley Parable looks like in the video.
What kind of achievement is that? The game has an achievement named “Go Out and Have Some Fun.” The requirement for this achievement is that you do not play “The Stanley Parable” for 10 years and then start it again. This means that if you buy the game today, you can unlock the achievement only in 2032. At least you have a plan for what you want to accomplish in 10 years.
This is the achievement on Steam.
Do I really have to wait that long? You can also “cheat” if you want to get the achievement right away. For this, you need to go into the settings of your computer and manually set the date and time 10 years into the future. This way, you can also get the achievement “Go Out and Have Some Fun” directly. But the developers probably didn’t envision it this way.
By the way, the original game was released in 2013 on Steam. All users who already have the achievement on Steam likely used a similar trick.
More exciting games on Steam: There are regularly crazy and exciting games to discover on Steam. A particularly challenging shooter that fully embraces realism has now set a new player record many years after its release. MeinMMO introduces the game and explains why gamers are still spending a lot of time in this game 7 years after its release:
The MMORPG Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore has entered Open Alpha on Steam. The game is aimed at hardcore players who enjoy more challenge and teamwork in their games.
This is Ethyrial: The new MMORPG Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore places you in the dangerous world of Irmesa. You start on a lonely island and must slowly make your way through the areas to reach the continent.
The areas are divided into different biomes, such as tundra, deserts, swamps, etc., where you can complete various quests.
The catch with Ethyrial is the high difficulty level of the game. The developers specifically warn that their MMORPG primarily targets hardcore players who do not mind enduring painful losses upon death.
Death in the game leads to the loss of EXP and random items, which you can pick up again unless someone else has already done so. The risk is high, but the feeling of success is said to be enhanced as a result, according to the developers.
Additionally, there is a strong focus on teamwork and playing together with others. During instances, players must work closely together to succeed. And here, too, death has serious consequences:
If a player dies, their EXP loss is shared among the entire group.
If the group successfully completes the dungeon and can resurrect the player, the players will receive a portion of that lost EXP back.
In PvE, Ethyrial aims to offer many boss fights within dungeons and a coliseum arena, which you can face either alone or with a group. PvP fans, on the other hand, can compete against each other in different arenas and fight for the top spots on the ladder.
Long videos with gameplay from earlier tests are circulating on YouTube. We have linked one of them for you here:
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What payment system does Ethyrial use? The access to the open alpha is free. After the release, the developers plan to introduce a subscription model like WoW or FFXIV. There will also be a shop, which will not include EXP boosts or similar gameplay aids.
How to participate in the alpha: The alpha of Ethyrial is open to everyone, so to participate, you only need to go to the Steam page of the game and click the green “Request Access” button at the bottom.
After that, you can download the game, install it, and get started right away. The alpha will last a whole month. So you have plenty of time to explore the game and try out different features.
With Elden Ring, FromSoftware has gone all out and created not only a gigantic world but also lifted all barriers of the familiar Souls series. Despite the huge freedom, our MeinMMO author Christos Tsogos believes that Elden Ring cannot offer replay value.
The world of Elden Ring is impressively large, tells a mysterious story in an exciting way, and features spectacular boss battles. These reasons should actually be enough for me to want to explore the fantastic Lands Between over and over again. However, for me, the air in Elden Ring is already out after just one playthrough.
MeinMMO author Christos Tsogos has spent thousands of hours in various branches of the Souls series. However, Elden Ring has completely disappointed him regarding its replay value.
For although the world is packed with great content, Elden Ring has nothing that makes it worth spending dozens more hours in New Game Plus. This is particularly regrettable because especially the Dark Souls parts could excite me repeatedly for years.
What I miss most are Oaths, so-called factions to which I could join and serve. With them, you were rewarded whether you helped other players honorably or hypocritically destroyed them in an invasion. As a reward, you received Oath items that you could redeem at various altars to gain important items for trophies. However, there are no direct Oaths in the Lands Between.
You can only equip Great Runes in Elden Ring and either support players with the right multiplayer items or invade their worlds. Neither Oath rewards nor other items are given to you when you’ve proven yourself – only lousy Rune bows, of which you are anyways overwhelmed.
However, this was one of the highlights for me in Dark Souls 1-3. Either protecting the Darkroot Garden or confronting PvP groups in Anor Londo that outnumbered you. However, this is not the case in the new installment, as such mechanics have been completely omitted.
There are also many locations for self-organized PvP arenas in Elden Ring, but these are too small due to the maximum limit of 4 players. Since the map and the overall volume of the new action RPG appeared overwhelming, my disappointment grew even more when the maximum player number in co-op and PvP was revealed.
Not even trophies require effort
Another reason is the too easy completion of trophies in such a brutally difficult game. In Dark Souls 3, for example, you needed all 107 rings for the achievement “Master of Rings,” which could only be found through further journeys into New Game Plus – in Elden Ring, there are only eight measly legendary talismans. Once you have them, the trophy is yours. This can be achieved in one playthrough.
Such trophy requirements used to motivate me in the old Souls parts. They didn’t have an open world but rather a comparatively small and restricted world, but I still always felt: “I still have so much to do.”
The platinum trophies felt rewarding and fitting for the investment made, but in Elden Ring, I felt rather shortchanged. Little effort for a trophy that everyone can get.
There were also no secret items to discover, like in Dark Souls 2. In Elden Ring, you go into New Game Plus, go through the story again, collect the same items, and that’s it. No new secrets to discover that would justify another playthrough of the story.
Elden Ring is of course not called “Dark Souls,” and it doesn’t have to be the same. But those who know Dark Souls notice how much character from the original older installments is present in the new title of the brilliant Souls creators. The more disappointing it is when the only overwhelming feature of Elden Ring is the large map with its various dungeons.
Nevertheless, I still hope that Elden Ring could offer more variety in the future. DLCs have not been confirmed, but almost every successful title from FromSoftware has received at least one. Since the action RPG enjoys great popularity and many elements, like the large arenas, are still unused, DLCs cannot be ruled out.
The large map of Elden Ring still has enough space for DLCs
With updates, quests are still being completed, like that of the small vessel child or patches of the rogue. Elden Ring has not yet arrived in its final form. So it’s still exciting whether more content will be added that contributes to replay value.
What do you think about the replayability in Elden Ring? Do you agree with me that the new FromSoftware title is missing something that makes it more attractive for further playthroughs? Or are you already so satisfied with what Elden Ring has to offer? Let us know in the comments!
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The best game of the year 2021 is currently available at a particularly low price for PS4 and PS5. We will tell you why “It Takes Two” is worth your time and why it is among the best coop games.
Are you looking for a great coop game for yourself and a friend or your partner? Currently, you can get the best game of the year 2021 for significantly less for PS4 and PS5. MeinMMO explains what makes “It Takes Two” so good and why you should give the game a chance.
A coop game that you can really only play in coop
What kind of game is this? In “It Takes Two”, you take on the role of Cody and May, a couple going through a crisis. Through a spell, they are transformed into small dolls and must now find a way to reverse the transformation. To do this, they master their surroundings, solve puzzles, and must act cooperatively, which gradually brings them closer to each other.
The special thing about “It Takes Two” is that you can only play the game together. It is therefore fully designed for you to grab a friend and play through the game together. The game therefore supports both local coop (split-screen) as well as online coop.
However, for online coop, you only need to buy the game once, as you can play the game with a friend thanks to the Friend Pass.
Who is this game for? The game is primarily aimed at users who enjoy great variety and creativity in coop puzzles. No level in It Takes Two is the same as the other. If you want to play alone, then “It Takes Two” is definitely not for you. However, if you are looking for a game that you can play together with your partner or you want to experience a nice story, then you should give “It Takes Two” a chance.
The trailer for “It Takes Two” shows why you have to play together.
How good is the offer? In the PS Store, the coop game is currently the offer of the week. Until Thursday, you can get the game for PS4 and PS5 for 15.99 euros instead of 39.99 euros. Therefore, you save 61%.
If you prefer to play the game on PC outside of PS4 and PS5, you can also find the game on Amazon on sale:
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How is the game rated? The game has received several awards after its release. At the Game Awards 2021, the game won
the award for best multiplayer game
for best family-friendly game
and the award for game of the year 2021.
Also, the coop game receives strong reviews and much praise. For our colleagues at GameStar, “It Takes Two is one of the absolute must-play games that you should definitely play on PC or console if you enjoy coop (via GameStar.de). Anyone who loves creative games or is simply looking for the perfect game for two people will find it in “It Takes Two”.
A similar judgment is given by the tester from Gamerant (via gamerant.com). The review especially praises the creative design, the great variety, and the perfectly coordinated gameplay.
We at MeinMMO also consider “It Takes Two” to be one of the best coop games you can currently play. You can also find other great coop games to play in our clear list:
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The pirate game Skull and Bones by Ubisoft has been in development for already 6 years. A leaked trailer now shows gameplay for the first time, which partially resembles Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag.
This is what the leak reveals: After many years of silence, there is now new information about the lost multiplayer game, Skull and Bones, from Ubisoft. A Reddit user leaked a whopping 6 minutes of gameplay footage in the subreddit r/GamingLeaksandRumours.
The video shows a “Technical Test Build” of the game, accompanied by comments on features and gameplay, and seems to be a kind of unreleased trailer. The gameplay, animations, and UI strongly resemble Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. Originally, Skull and Bones was intended to be a spin-off of AC4, but it was expanded into a standalone game.
The setting of the game places you in the Indian Ocean during the “Golden Age of Piracy.” You start as a small unknown pirate and work your way up by plundering other ships, hoarding treasures, and generally behaving like a real pirate.
You can complete missions alone or in groups of up to three players, which give you loot and reputation.
There will be world events that players can participate in.
A crafting system allows you to create new ships, outfits, ammunition, and provisions for your journeys.
You can collect resources such as wood and valuable minerals or hunt animals for meat and leather.
A mood system shows you how well your crew is feeling. If you don’t provide for them, they can mutiny and take over the ship.
Your ship can be equipped with cannons and tailored to specific needs.
If you lose your ship, you also lose part of the reputation and goods that you have plundered. You can recover this part by returning to the place where your ship sank, but other players can do that too.
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How reliable is this leak? Ubisoft has already confirmed that the leak contains footage from Skull and Bones. In a statement to Kotaku, Ubisoft announced:
We confirm that this is a small glimpse into our upcoming game, Skull and Bones. We recently conducted a technical test for the game, and some details of that have been made public. This footage comes from an early version of the game and does not reflect the quality and features of the final game. We will share more details about the game soon.
Therefore, the information from the leak should still be taken with caution, as it is unclear which features will make it into the final game.
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When will Skull and Bones be released? There is still no release date and no approximate timeframe for when the game might be released. After Skull and Bones has been postponed multiple times and even rebooted in 2020, the chances of an imminent release seem rather slim.
However, the official Twitter account of the game tweeted after the leak that players should “keep their eyes on the horizon.” And according to the PR statement from Ubisoft, there should be “new official information soon.”
In Pokémon GO, it is now clear that Alolan Grimer is the research breakthrough for May 2022. We show you all the info about the timeframe, Shinies, and strength.
What is a research breakthrough? When you complete a field research task in Pokémon GO, you can earn a maximum of one stamp per day. Upon reaching seven stamps, you achieve a research breakthrough. For this, you are rewarded with extra experience points, stardust, and an encounter with a selected Pokémon.
Every month, the Pokémon encounter changes. In May, you will encounter Alolan Grimer.
Breakthrough with Alolan Grimer in May – Timeframe, Shinies
How long is the breakthrough available? You can receive Alolan Grimer as a research breakthrough from May 1 at 10:00 PM (wait a few minutes after 10 PM just in case). It will remain the reward for one month and will disappear again on June 1 at 10:00 PM. After that, the next Pokémon will follow, which is currently unknown. The research breakthrough until May 1 is Alolan Marowak.
Can it be Shiny? Yes, you can receive a shiny Alolan Grimer as part of the reward. In the following graphic, we show you how it differs from its normal form:
Alolan Grimer and Alolan Muk in their normal form (left) and as Shiny (right)
How strong is it? Alolan Grimer itself is not particularly strong. Its evolution, Alolan Muk, is significantly better.
As a PvE attacker in raids, Alolan Muk performs only moderately well with its Dark and Poison types.
In PvP at the Great League, Alolan Muk reaches the upper middle tier. Although there are better attackers in the meta, with its only weakness against Ground, Alolan Muk is a solid choice.
In PvP at the Ultra League, Alolan Muk comes close to being one of the best attackers. You have a really good chance against Giratina and Cresselia with this Pokémon.
For the Master League in PvP, however, Alolan Muk is not recommended at all.
How do you like the breakthrough in May? Do you think it’s good that Niantic brings various Alolan Pokémon as breakthroughs in the Alola season, or do you still wish for the good old times when legendary Pokémon were breakthroughs?
Share your opinion on the latest research breakthroughs here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss with other trainers.
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Halo Infinite is a game with a lot of mechanical depth. Professionals use numerous small and large tricks to be among the absolute best in the shooter. MeinMMO author Marko Jevtic reveals to you the 8 most important tips to instantly improve your game.
Update from April 30, 2022: In line with the HCS Kansas City Major, we are bringing this article back up and updating it regarding the latest balancing updates.
Especially for beginners, Halo Infinite can be challenging to play. The combination of slow time-to-kill, unique shield mechanics, a particular community, and many niche weapons makes it very difficult to get started in this arena shooter.
However, if you know a few important things, you will immediately improve your gameplay. I will show you the most important ones here.
Who is writing here? Marko has been writing as a shooter expert for MeinMMO since October 2021, but has been a huge Halo fan since day one. Since the release of the original in 2001, he has played every Halo game intensely and competitively. He is also a big fan of the Halo Esports scene and follows it regularly. In Halo Infinite, he prefers to play with mouse & keyboard and is Onyx-ranked.
The tips and tricks mentioned here, I mostly learned over the years by watching the tournaments and streams of the biggest Esports professionals in Halo. YouTuber StandardAce has also created a playlistt with over 70 short videos that showcase tricks that are both helpful and effective.
Thanks to these techniques, I play Halo at a very high level. If you follow them, you too will instantly improve your gameplay.
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This trick is one of the absolute basics of Halo, but it can be very hard to unlearn basic shooter rules.
Due to the shield mechanics, headshots in Halo only deal more damage when the shield is broken, or if you have the sniper or shock rifle. That’s why it’s important to shoot as much for the chest of your opponents as possible, especially with weapons like the assault rifle and battle rifle.
This maximizes your hit rate on the shield until it is broken. Only then do you aim quickly for the head and kill with many weapons with a precise headshot. This trick is one of the fundamental rules in Halo that every player must know.
With the next trick, you can enhance this technique even more.
2. Learn the hidden strengths of the weapons
In Halo Infinite, some weapons have hidden strengths that you should know and utilize. The pistol, for example, has one of the fastest TTK in the game, killing with just one headshot; the assault rifle, on the other hand, requires 3 headshots but makes destroying shields easier. Therefore, you should break the shield with the assault rifle, and then quickly switch to the pistol for that one lethal headshot.
The same goes for the pulse rifle. On its own, it is not a good weapon because it only excels at breaking shields. However, when combined with a headshot killer like the battle rifle or the pistol, you can have a very quick victory over your opponents.
3. Throw away your weapons for a quick kill
One of the oldest tricks in the shooter genre is that switching weapons is always faster than reloading. This is also true in Halo Infinite, but there’s another aspect to consider:
Throwing away weapons is even faster than reloading and even faster than switching weapons. How much faster, you can see in this video:
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If you combine this trick with the knowledge from Tricks 1 and 2, you will immediately be better than most of your opponents. Break the shield with body shots from the assault rifle, throw the weapon away, and quickly shoot with the pistol at the head. This way, you will become a dominant force in Halo Infinite.
Therefore, we recommend setting the “Throw Weapons” function in the options menu to a convenient button:
My recommendation for PC: “T,” because it’s right next to the reload button, plus you can easily remember it as “T = Throw.”
My recommendation for the controller: D-pad down or D-pad right. The standard inputs there are not relevant in multiplayer. With the paddles from the Elite controller, throwing away weapons works even better.
One of the most common mistakes that players make in Halo Infinite is that they sprint almost constantly across the map. While this enables strong slides, it has 3 major disadvantages:
Your footsteps are louder
After a sprint, it takes you longer to fire
With a flag in hand, opponents can see your position
If you run instead of sprint, you are quieter and can shoot faster. This makes it easier to surprise your opponents and land the first shot – giving you a significant advantage in a fight.
Furthermore, sprints are only about 9 – 10% faster than running (via YouTube). Especially if you expect to see an opponent soon, you shouldn’t blindly sprint around the corner.
To better combat this bad habit, it may be helpful to turn off the “Maintain Sprint” setting in the options menu.
5. Look down to survive
If your shield is broken and you want to run away, you should definitely look at the ground. Because as soon as you aim at the ground, your character also lowers its head. This reduces the target area of your hitbox for the opponent. Professionals call this trick “hitbox manipulation”.
This is what the difference looks like in-game:
Head looking up, easier to hitHead looking down, harder to hit
Especially when you are only showing your back, your opponent has a significantly harder time hitting your head. By simply adjusting the camera movement, you have made your hitbox much smaller, greatly increasing your chances of survival.
6. Pull your legs up while jumping
This trick is also known from games like Half-Life or Counter-Strike. Basically, it works like a box jump in the gym: you pull your legs up while jumping to reach a high platform.
You do this by pressing the crouch button while jumping – ideally at the highest point of your jump. This way, your Spartan pulls up his legs and lands acrobatically on a ledge.
With this technique, you can avoid the slow and dangerous climbing animation in many situations in the game. This video shows what a big difference it can make.
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I therefore also recommend turning off the “Auto Climb” setting in the options menu.
7. Make your opponent more visible with weapon offsets
In the options menu, you will find a setting that can be extremely important. Since your weapon in the HUD in Halo Infinite by default takes up a lot of space, there is a chance that it may hide an opponent. With the right settings, you can clear your screen, so to speak.
These images exemplify the difference with the repulsor equipment that can be found on this map in front of the building entrance.
Default settings: The power-up is hiddenCustomized settings: The power-up is visible
These settings can make a huge difference. This way, you reduce the chances of your weapon hiding an opponent.
Select the following settings in the options menu under UI → Weapon Offset for each weapon type. Note that the values for vertical and depth offsets are negative:
Horizontal offset: 100%
Vertical offset: – 100%
Depth offset: – 100 %
8. Learn “Flag Juggling”
In Capture The Flag, many players make the same mistake: they grab the flag and then just run straight ahead. Much faster and safer, however, is the so-called “flag juggling”.
With “flag juggling,” you repeatedly throw the flag forward by pressing the “switch weapon” button at the highest point of a jump. This way, the flag flies at high speed in your running direction so you can repeatedly pick it up and throw it again.
This is not only a faster method but also a safer one because you keep your weapon in hand. An impressive example of this technique can be seen in this clip from Halo professional Eric “Snip3down” Wrona:
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This technique is not complicated. With very little practice, you’ll be significantly better in this important game mode. This benefits not only you but also your team.
These are the 8 most important tricks and tips that will make you immediately better in Halo Infinite. Did you already know all of them? Or maybe you know even more? Feel free to let me know in the comments!
Another important thing to keep in mind is your preferred control method. Because although Halo Infinite can also be played easily and very well with mouse & keyboard, controller players have a significant advantage. Why that is proven, you can learn here:
