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Diablo 2: Resurrected starts first ladder, changes over 330 things to the classes – patch notes for patch 2.4

Benedict Grothaus 29. April 2022 Reading time 4 minutes

Finally, fans of Diablo 2: Resurrected are getting what they have been waiting for since the release of the remaster. The first ladder started today with patch 2.4 on April 29, 2022, bringing a ton of changes. MeinMMO reveals what you need to know about the update.

What is the ladder? What seasons are to modern games is called the ladder in Diablo 2. Here, you can compete against other players on a leaderboard and try to be among the first to reach max level with your class or defeat the toughest bosses.

Fans have been waiting for the ladder since its release in September 2021, as it is the reason many play Diablo 2 at all. After several delays, it is finally here. Since 2:00 AM German time, the ladder has been playable on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. You have the option to choose from four game modes:

Standard/Softcore for Diablo 2 without Lord of Destruction
Hardcore for Diablo without Lord of Destruction
Standard/Softcore for Diablo 2 with expansion
Hardcore for Diablo with expansion

The normal mode remains in place. Ladder characters will become regular characters after the season. You can find everything about the ladder in our overview.

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Diablo 2 Resurrected introduces new Patch 2.4 in the trailer – Adjusts balance, brings new content

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Why should I play the ladder? Certain content like special items is only available in the ladder. So if you want to try new builds or explore more of the game, you need to play the ladder.

Additionally, the ladder offers an incentive to start from scratch and experience Diablo 2 again. Because every character must be leveled up anew.

The accompanying patch 2.4 also offers hundreds of changes for all classes, altering your companions and items.

Balance changes to classes, mercenaries, and sets

What changes for the classes: Patch 2.4 is essentially a balance patch for all classes in Diablo 2 and the largest one so far. Each class receives at least two dozen adjustments.

Most of these changes are, however, minor tweaks, like a few percent more or less damage. However, the developers also adjusted the synergies of several skills or changed their functions.

For example, the “Impalement” of the Amazon can no longer be interrupted, and the “Inferno” of the popular Sorceress can now be cast freely, no longer locking onto a target. You can find all the changes in the official patch notes from Blizzard.

What else is changing? The mercenaries, which are integral to every build, are also getting stronger. You can recruit mercenaries in the towns of each act, and they support you in battle. All mercenaries have been strengthened, and there have been several other adjustments:

Amazon Archers (Act 1) can now equip Amazon bows and have more abilities.
Desert Mercenaries (Act 2) have a stronger Thorns aura.
Iron Wolves (Act 3) have more health points, defensive values, and other spells.
Barbarian Warriors (Act 5) can now receive bonuses for Barbarian skills through equipment. They also have more health points and the best defensive stats of all mercenaries.
A new two-weapon Barbarian Warrior can now be hired.

Some class sets have also been adjusted and are now stronger. This aims to make them viable options to the already popular builds in the game. Additionally, there are several bug fixes and changes to the areas that scale higher on “Hell”.

For Uber-Diablo, the toughest boss in the game, the summoning process is now calculated differently. To summon him, the Stones of Jordan need to be sold as usual. However, the quantity will now be tracked individually for each mode.

Moreover, all players in a region will gain access once Uber-Diablo is summoned, no longer just the server instance. With the command /uberdiablo you can check the current status.

New Rune Words and Recipes for the Horadric Cube

Which new rune words are there? Rune words are powerful items that you can create yourself. To do this, you need to insert runes in the correct order into a normally weak item with enough sockets. Tip: You can find base items easily in the cow level.

In total, there are 7 new rune words for the first ladder that you can craft. They complement the list of all rune words in Diablo 2, but are only available in the ladder:

Pest (Cham + Shael + Um) on swords, claw weapons, and daggers
Prasseln (Tal + Ort + Thul) on claw weapons
Unyielding Will (Fal + Io + Ith + Eld + El + Hel) on swords
Wisdom (Pul + Ith + Eld) on headgear
Obsession (Zod + Ist + Lem + Lum + Io + Nef) on staves
Flame (Nef + Pul + Vex) on headgear
Fog (Cham + Shael + Gul + Thul + Ith) on bows and crossbows

Furthermore, Insight can now be applied to bows and crossbows. Infinity, Obedience, and Pride work on spears and Amazon spears.

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What new recipes are there? With the ladder, you have new options for using your Horadric Cube. There are 4 new recipes with the following functions:

Create exceptional versions of set weapons
Create elite versions of set weapons
Create exceptional versions of set armor
Create elite versions of set armor

We have already introduced the 4 new recipes of the Horadric Cube in detail and also explain in the guide how to create them. You can also find all recipes for the Horadric Cube in Diablo 2 on our website.

Will you play the ladder? What changes do you like the most? Let us know in the comments!

If you played the first season of Diablo 2 and secured a spot on the leaderboard, you can continue your Diablo adventure directly. Because on June 2, a new part of the popular series is coming out. The game, fittingly, even takes place directly after Diablo 2 and before the successor Diablo 3:

Diablo Immortal reveals release date and announces PC version: “Will be the biggest Diablo yet”

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Pokémon GO starts Mega Event today with new Mega Pokémon

Patrick Freese 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO runs the event “A Mega Moment” and brings the new Mega Kangaskhan worldwide. There are also free Raid Passes and increased Shiny chances. We will show you all the content.

What kind of event is this? In Pokémon GO, the changes to Mega Pokémon and Mega Evolutions are now active worldwide. The developers celebrate this with an event that releases the new Mega Kangaskhan.

This includes changed spawns, rewards for field research, and a CP boost for Megas. In the overview, we show you all the details.

Mega Event in April – Start, End, Content

What has changed? In Pokémon GO, the new Mega Evolutions are live. The team announced a few days ago how they want to improve the Mega Evolutions. After testers were able to try the new system, the improvements are now available worldwide. The following video summarizes the changes and the new Mega system:

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Mega-Update in Pokémon GO

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When does it start? On April 29th at 10:00 AM local time, the event starts. It will run for a few days and ends on Sunday, May 1st at 8:00 PM local time.

Special Raid Day: On Sunday, May 1st, a Raid Day with Mega Kangaskhan will take place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. During the event, Mega Kangaskhan will appear more frequently in Mega Raids, and the chance to encounter Shiny Kangaskhan is increased. Additionally, during the event and up to two hours afterward, you will receive up to five free Raid Passes for spinning Photo Discs at Gyms.

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Changed spawns: Starting with the event, you will find Mega Raids with Kangaskhan. During the event, you will encounter selected Pokémon in the wild. All Pokémon in our list carry a star, which means you can also catch them as Shiny.

Bulbasaur*
Charmander*
Squirtle*
Staryu*
Gastly*
Electrike*
Swablu*
Shuppet*

Field research: During the event, there will be special field research tasks for you, which will reward you with Mega Energy. However, you can only obtain Mega Energy for Kangaskhan from Raids against Mega Kangaskhan.

Additional bonus: Mega Pokémon receive a CP boost during the event.

How do you like the event? Are you looking forward to the Raid Day with Mega Kangaskhan, or are these special developments after the update not that important to you and would you rather play other content?

Let us know your opinion in the comments here on MeinMMO and exchange ideas with other trainers in the community.

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WoW makes ancient joke real: brings playable Tauren rogues

Cortyn 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

Eight new race-class combos have been confirmed for World of Warcraft. And the probably silliest of them is finally becoming a reality.

The choice of race in World of Warcraft also determines which class a hero can choose. This will also be the case in Dragonflight, as the new race of Dracthyr can only become a Evoker. However, Blizzard wants to relax these restrictions for the old races and ultimately even remove them completely. With the next expansion “Dragonflight”, a very special combo will therefore be allowed:

Tauren Rogues.

Tauren Rogues are a myth and a joke that has existed for almost two decades. The oldest WoW veterans will surely still remember this joke:

“What if there are Tauren Rogues, but they are just so good that you never catch them?”

What was said? In an interview with MrGM, Brian Holinka of the WoW team talked about some changes with patch 10.0. Specifically, it was about whether there would be new race-class combinations. Holinka explained:

You know, we have this rough direction. I don’t want to make any big promises right now, but we feel like we want to move towards a world where a character’s race is not a limitation on what they can be in World of Warcraft.
We are working towards that, but not all classes have the same requirements for content. More of that will come over time, but directly with 10.0 we will make Rogues, Mages, and Priests available for all races. So anyone can go out and sneak around with their stealthy Tauren Rogue.

Thus, Holinka made it clear: Tauren Rogues are coming, and whoever wants to fulfill their mooing stealth dream can do so soon.

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What is the goal? The stated goal according to Brian Holinka is that eventually, almost all restrictions should be lifted. Belonging to a race should not determine what a character can be in World of Warcraft. So we can expect that sooner or later all barriers will fall. Whether some exceptions will remain, such as for Demon Hunters or Evokers, is still unclear – but it would at least make sense, as in these cases the animations are closely adapted to the respective race and also historically the races are tied to these classes.

Which new race-class combinations are then possible? If it actually happens as Holinka promises, then the following new combinations will be possible with patch 10.0:

Highmountain Tauren Mage
Tauren Mage
Highmountain Tauren Priest
Orc Priest
Draenei Rogue
Lightforged Draenei Rogue
Highmountain Tauren Rogue
Tauren Rogue

What do you think about the restrictions being lifted? A good thing for more freedom? Or does that ruin the lore of the individual races?

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Lost Ark: What are Protection Marks and where do I get them?

Alexander Leitsch 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

With the big April patch, the Chaos Lines were introduced in Lost Ark, a new dungeon in South Vern. However, to enter this, you need the Tokens of Protection. We at MeinMMO will explain how this works and what rewards there are for the Chaos Lines.

Where do you get the Tokens of Protection? You can earn two Tokens of Protection per week by completing the quest “I must protect” in the Bellion Ruins.

To get this quest, you must complete the main story of South Vern and the quest “Become a member of the Knights.” This is a [guide] quest that you can get near the Chaos Dungeon in Bug Vern (North Vern) from the NPC Mage Scholar Jeneca. This quest also gives you two Tokens of Protection, but only once.

Warning: In the guide quest, it may sometimes happen that Jeneca does not have the quest. It may help to complete the guide quest in Neria’s Tavern.

The quest “I must protect” is a weekly repeatable task for which you must speak to Professor Farhat. He is located at the entrance to the Chaos Lines.

Enter the Chaos Line and grab the rewards

What can I do with the Tokens of Protection? You can use them to enter the Chaos Lines in Burg Vern. This dungeon requires an item level of 1,370 in normal mode and 1,415 in hard mode. However, the hard mode is currently not available.

As a reward, you get Shattered Blood Magic Stones in the dungeon.

What can you buy with Shattered Blood Magic Stones? For the Blood Magic Stones, there are the following rewards, which can only be purchased in certain amounts per squad:

Intact Silver Chest	100,000 Silver	10x per squad	30 Blood Magic Stones
Destruction Stone Crystal Chest	100x Destruction Stone Crystal	5x per squad	200 Blood Magic Stones
Guardian Stone Crystal Chest	100x Guardian Stone Crystal	15x per squad	60 Blood Magic Stones
Chest: Glory Fragment Bag (M)	1x Honor Fragment Bag	10x per squad	20 Blood Magic Stones
Chest: Glorious Jump Stone	10x Honor Jump Stone	17x per squad	30 Blood Magic Stones
Chest of Solar Grace	Grants the buff Solar Grace	30x per squad	10 Blood Magic Stones
Chest of Solar Blessing	Grants the buff Solar Blessing	15x per squad	30 Blood Magic Stones
Chest of Solar Protection	Grants the buff Solar Protection	5x per squad	75 Blood Magic Stones
Epic Selection Chest: Relationship	An epic item for the relationship	10x per squad	70 Blood Magic Stones
Card Pack: Legendary – Epic	A pack of cards	3x per squad	360 Blood Magic Stones
Spirit Leaf	1x XP Card Spirit Leaf	1x per squad	200 Blood Magic Stones

According to the user civocivocivo, it should take about three weeks to earn all the rewards (via reddit). However, the important upgrade materials can also be obtained in two weeks.

Additionally, players assume that there will be further rewards with the introduction of the new difficulty level.

Further guides and tips around Lost Ark can be found here:

Lost Ark Guides: All tips, tricks, and builds at a glance

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Pokémon GO: A Mega Moment – All Rewards of the Special Research

Patrick Freese 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO the special research “A Mega Moment” is active and brings you some quests and rewards. We will show you all the contents of the research.

What kind of research is this? In Pokémon GO, the new Mega Evolutions have been available worldwide since the evening of April 28 . Niantic is celebrating this with a special research.

We will show you here an overview of all 4 chapters of the research with all tasks and rewards.

A Mega Moment 1/4

Task	Reward
Catch 3 Pokémon	Encounter with Bulbasaur
Catch 3 Pokémon	Encounter with Charmander
Catch 3 Pokémon	Encounter with Squirtle

Stage Reward: If you successfully complete all three tasks and claim your rewards, you will also receive 500 XP, 200 Stardust, and 10 Poké Balls.

Now you should choose between Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. The choice affects which encounters you will have in the next quests and for which Pokémon you will receive Mega Energy. In this example, we choose Venusaur and show how the research continues with this choice.

A Mega Moment 2/4

Task	Reward
Catch 5 Pokémon	10 Poké Balls
Use 5 berries while catching Pokémon	10 Great Balls
Use 5 power-ups	10 Razz Berries

Stage Reward: If you successfully complete all three tasks and claim your rewards, you will also receive 200 Mega Energy for Venusaur, 1 Raid Pass, and an Encounter with Venusaur.

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A Mega Moment 3/4

Task	Reward
Earn 5 hearts with your buddy	50 Mega Energy for Venusaur
Use 10 power-ups	50 Mega Energy for Venusaur
Perform a Mega Evolution with Venusaur	1 Charged TM

Stage Reward: If you successfully complete all three tasks and claim your rewards, you will also receive 1,000 XP, 600 Stardust, and 100 Mega Energy for Venusaur.

A Mega Moment 4/4

Task	Reward
Win a raid	6 Revives
Defeat a Rocket Grunt	2 Silver Razz Berries
Take a snapshot of your buddy	6 Hyper Potions

Stage Reward: If you successfully complete all three tasks and claim your rewards, you will also receive 2,000 XP, 1,500 Stardust, and 100 Mega Energy for Venusaur.

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What do you think about the new special research on Mega Evolutions? Do you like that this allows everyone to try out the new evolutions and also gets enough energy for it, or would you prefer a different research topic? Share your opinion with us here on MeinMMO in the comments.

The GO Fest 2022 was introduced with all Shinies, Pokémon, bonuses, and tickets.

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New multiplayer shooters 2022: The most important releases for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch

Marko Jevtic 29. April 2022 Reading time 6 minutes

Online shooters are among the most popular games on the market. Again in 2022, there is much to offer – whether on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S or Nintendo Switch. MeinMMO tells you which shooter releases you should particularly pay attention to this year.

To prepare you for the gaming year 2022, we will tell you the most important releases from the shooter market. Here you will find PvP, PvE, and PvPvE games that are set to release for PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch in 2022. However, the announced dates may change before the release.

This article was originally written on January 21, 2022. We will update this list as new announcements come in or the listed games are released.

Update from 04/29/2022: Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands has been released and was therefore removed from the list. In exchange, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been listed, about which more is slowly becoming known.

New links have also been added and information on release dates has been updated when newer information has been made available.

The listed games are exclusively sorted alphabetically. This list is therefore not a ranking, but an overview of the most important online shooter releases in 2022 for all platforms.

We also have an overview of the 15 best online shooters that you can already play.

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These are the shooters you can look forward to in 2022:

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 – For PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S

What kind of game is this? After many rumors, official confirmations are slowly coming in that the latest Call of Duty in 2022 will be the sequel to the popular Modern Warfare from 2019.

Not much is currently known about Modern Warfare 2, but there are some leaks. However, these should be taken with caution until there is an official confirmation:

This will probably be the last CoD on PS4 and Xbox One
It is expected to release already in October, a month earlier than usual
The campaign is said to continue the story of CoD MW
There will be another collaboration with Warzone, possibly even directly Warzone 2
The coop mode could be oriented to ‘Escape from Tarkov’
The multiplayer is expected to benefit from many map remakes
Since CoD 2023 will likely be skipped, CoD MW2 will be the largest title in the shooter series so far

Further information can be found in the following article:

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ExoMecha – For PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X | S

What kind of game is this? ExoMecha is an MMO shooter that is said to be free-to-play. It is primarily a battle royale, but other multiplayer modes are also available. As the name suggests, the game combines 2 sci-fi elements – exo-suits and large mechs.

In the trailer, you can see the action reminiscent of a mix of Transformers and Titanfall:

How does the shooter play? ExoMecha places great emphasis on a flexible class and abilities system.

Your soldiers with exo-suits can equip abilities, weapons, and gadgets as you wish, but you are limited in number. For example, if you want to have two active abilities, you must give up a weapon and all passive abilities in return. You can even make these changes during a battle royale match to adapt to the circumstances.

Your Titanfall-like mechs are also important. These are available to you like vehicles in a match. The mechs must be customized before each round and are very versatile: in addition to large robots with sword and shield, there are also agile metal spiders and robo-dragons in the game.

When will the game be released? The game has been announced for Q1 2022. However, a specific date is currently not known.

Isonzo – For PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S

What kind of game is this? Isonzo is the next PvP shooter from the makers of Tannenberg and Verdun. Once again, World War I is the setting, this time the mountains of Italy are the battlefield.

The trailer shows how it looks in motion:

How does the shooter play? Following the trench battles from Verdun and the control battles in Tannenberg, Isonzo focuses on a new game mode. In the mountains or destroyed cities of Italy, one team attacks while another defends. The elevation differences that the setting offers are expected to strongly influence the strategies you will need to rely on.

The game is centered around large battles with up to 64 players. Developer M2H emphasizes how authentically they want to maintain the graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere. Accordingly, your weapon arsenal consists of the most important weapons from World War I, including poison gas and mortars.

When will the game be released? The buy-to-play game is expected to be released in early 2022. There is currently no exact date.

Overwatch 2 – For PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X | S

What kind of game is this? Overwatch 2 is the long-awaited sequel to Blizzard’s hero shooter. With a variety of characters, each with their own personality and special skills, the game resembles a mix of a PvP shooter and a MOBA.

You can get an impression of this with the following video:

How does the shooter play? The second part doesn’t change much, but some elements have been partially dramatically revised. An unpopular game mode has been removed, teams have been reduced to 5 players, and heroes have been drastically reworked in some cases. Blizzard hopes to achieve a more intense and faster gameplay.

The biggest new feature is a co-op campaign that is expected to be played many times due to the many characters with their new skill trees. Additionally, the contents of Overwatch 1 are to be seamlessly integrated into the sequel, allowing players to play in the same matches with both games.

When will the game be released? There is currently no exact release date for Overwatch 2. It might still be released in 2022 despite a turbulent time at Blizzard, but a release in 2023 is also not unlikely. The announced release platforms should not change despite the spectacular Microsoft acquisition.

Redfall – For PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S

What kind of game is this? Redfall is the latest game from Arkane, the creators of Dishonored, Prey, and Deathloop. This game is a first-person shooter in an open-world setting that you can play solo or in co-op.

How crazy it gets in the American city of Redfall after being overrun by evil vampires, you can see here:

How does the shooter play? Official gameplay has not yet been shown, but the trailer offers some insights:

In Redfall, you can play as one of 4 survivors. They can use special abilities like telekinesis, levitation, or invisibility. Also, crazy weapons like cryo lasers and stake harpoons are at their disposal. A shooting, sweet robo-friend gives them support.

When will the game be released? The game is expected to be released in summer 2022 on PC and Xbox consoles. The game will likely be buy-to-play but will be available through Game Pass at launch.

Splatoon 3 – For Nintendo Switch

What kind of game is this? Splatoon 3 is the latest installment in Nintendo’s wildly successful PvP shooter franchise. According to Nintendo, the second part has already sold over 13 million copies (via Nintendo). The third part will also be exclusively playable on the Nintendo Switch.

In motion, it looks like this:

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How does the shooter play? The special feature of Splatoon is the color mechanic: with your weapons you not only defeat opponents but also paint the environment in vibrant colors. Through your own team color, you can move quickly – but the opponents cannot. This leads to unique gameplay with a dynamic battle for map control.

Thanks to the colorful graphics and a single-player campaign, Splatoon 3 appeals to a wide audience, but shooter fans can expect particularly in 4v4 multiplayer a real treat: fast movement, short TTK, no aim assist thanks to motion controls, ranked modes, many weapons – this colorful game is a real hardcore shooter for fans.

When will the game be released? There is still no exact date for Splatoon 3. However, it is set to be released exclusively as a buy-to-play title on Switch in 2022.

The Cycle: Frontier – For PC

What kind of game is this? The Cycle is a so-called PvPvE shooter from the German developer Yager. Towards the end of 2021, the game received a lot of attention and then ended its beta. In 2022, it is set to fully release under the name The Cycle: Frontier.

Here’s what it looks like in motion:

How does the shooter play? The Cycle is a free-to-play shooter that, in terms of gameplay, resembles a mix of survival game and Hunt: Showdown. You not only fight against other players, but also against AI opponents. The developers refer to this as a PvPvE game. Unlike the direct competition, The Cycle is set in a sci-fi environment on a foreign and dangerous planet. Not only aliens are a danger here – the weather can also be deadly.

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As in Hunt or Escape from Tarkov, the focus is on collecting resources and loot, which you lose entirely when you die. There is also a social hub with different factions that feed you with missions. With them, you unlock new weapons and upgrades.

When will the game be released? The F2P game is set to be released in spring 2022 on PC – probably in May.

These are the announced shooters that you should look forward to the most in 2022. Are you particularly excited about a game? Is there a secret tip we missed? Let us know in the comments.

If you are looking for the best single-player shooters that you can play in 2022 for under 20 €, we have just the right list for you:

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How much money have you spent on your current PC accessories?

Irina Moritz 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

PC accessories come in all colors, shapes, and especially price categories. How many peripheral devices do you use and how much did they cost you? Tell us.

Every year, the developer companies release metric tons of various PC peripheral items. Keyboards are getting better, mice are getting more precise, and RGB lights are getting more colorful.

The vast selection includes every conceivable price category. There are cheap devices for those who do not care about fancy features or just want to save money. On the other side of the spectrum, there is also extremely expensive accessories, such as a PC mouse made of white gold for €35,000.

And there are plenty of accessories in between that PC enthusiasts or just regular users can choose from. Examples of peripherals include:

Classic mouse and keyboard
PC controllers
Keypads
Headphones and headsets
Speakers and sound systems
Webcams
Desktop microphones
Screen lighting
Graphic tablets
USB hubs
External sound cards, etc.

Each of us has our own preferences and priorities when it comes to selecting PC peripherals. Some value mouse and keyboard control more, while others prioritize good sound.

And how about you? How much money have you spent on the PC accessories you are currently using?

Here’s how you can vote: In the survey tool below, you can indicate how much money you have spent on your current peripheral setup.

Each of you has one vote, and the choice cannot be undone.

So tell us: How much does it add up to if you count the value of your PC peripherals? Which part was the most expensive? What do you particularly value in these accessories? Or do you not care much about what you use as long as everything works properly?

Let us know in the comments and have fun voting.

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You devastate as Godzilla and King Kong CoD Warzone – All about the event “Operation Monarch”

Maik Schneider 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

Call of Duty: Warzone will feature a major crossover event with Godzilla and King Kong – Operation Monarch on May 11, 2022. You can find out what is known so far on MeinMMO.

Update, May 9: We have summarized all information about Operation: Monarch in a current article.

What is happening in Season 3? Call of Duty: Warzone regularly releases new live seasons with fresh content, a new Battle Pass, and changes to the game. The new Season 3 went live on April 27 – here are the patch notes.

A major highlight for the new season is a crossover event featuring massive monsters – you wreak havoc as Godzilla or King Kong on the Caldera island. Here’s what you need to know about the event.

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Season 3 – King Kong & Godzilla in Operation Monarch

When does the event start? Operation Monarch starts on Wednesday, May 11, at 6:00 PM. How long the event will run is currently unknown. The current playlist preview shows the event in rotation for at least 2 weeks.

What is known about the event? It is already certain that there will be a special event mode. The mode is designed for teams of 4 and offers a classic battle royale experience – but with a special twist involving Godzilla and King Kong. More about the mode can be found below.

It is highly likely that there will also be event challenges that reward you with thematic cosmetics.

There may also be further map changes during or at the end of the event. Areas underground in Caldera are expected to open up around mid-season. This is indicated by the Season 3 roadmap, and a teaser has already hinted at this:

https://twitter.com/CallofDuty/status/1516125776910897154

There are still some bunkers/underground areas in Caldera that cannot be accessed yet.

How does the event mode work? Everything is initially like in a normal battle royale on Caldera.

Teams can search for a “Monarch Stream Device”. With this device, you can control King Kong and Godzilla.

King Kong has the ability to stomp on the ground and throw boulders. Players hit go into the K.O. phase.

Godzilla can set entire areas on fire with his atomic breath. Enemies hit by the beam are immediately dead, without K.O. phase. Additionally, the attack leaves fire on the ground.

Whether controlling the monsters remains the only special feature in the mode is still unknown.

Warzone promised to create entirely new opportunities for major events in the free battle royale with an overhauled engine at the release of Call of Duty: Vanguard.

At that time, it was assumed that there would be extensive adjustments to graphics and gameplay feel. The disappointment was tangible when the visible changes turned out to be scant.

However, at least the part about the events is now becoming a reality.

If you want to polish your arsenal until then, check out our list of the best weapons in Warzone: CoD Warzone: The best weapons with setups – constantly updated

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Riot changes LoL because a Twitch streamer uses a strange tactic in which he constantly dies

Schuhmann 29. April 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

In League of Legends the Twitch streamer Thebausffs has made a strange tactic famous with the champion “Sion”: Inting Sion. In doing so, he kills himself repeatedly with the champion so that he can rampage as an “undead behemoth” and smash towers. That should come to an end soon. Riot is preparing a nerf.

What is the gag of Sion?

The undead behemoth Sion has been in LoL since February 21, 2009, and was reworked in 2014. Sion is a tank and is played in the top lane or mid lane.
According to his lore, Sion is a former warlord who strangled a king with his bare hands. Even after his death, he must continue to serve his realm Noxus: Sion is a kind of zombie warrior who rushes at his enemies in primitive armor and barely remembers who he really is or once was.
His passive ability “Glory in Death” ensures that Sion resurrects after his death, at which point he can only use enhanced auto-attacks while his zombie corpse decays and he constantly loses health points.

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“Kill mobs, hit tower, die, keep hitting the tower”

What is the tactic with him? The Twitch streamer Simon Thebausffs has devised a tactic known as “Inting Sion”:

Sion focuses on killing the wave of minions on his lane, then dives into the enemy’s tower and takes hits until he dies there.
Then he stands up as a zombie and uses his enhanced auto-attacks to keep pounding on the tower.
He repeats this until he has destroyed the nexus.

The tactic is so strange, that TheBausfffs was temporarily banned from LoL for this back in January 2021.

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What is so strange about the tactic? The tactic is the ultimate ego trip (via leaguefeed). One follows one’s own plan, ignores everything around oneself, helps no teammate, does not respond to the opponent, but only plays one’s own game while essentially blocking out the rest of LoL.

The tactic is also called “inting” (“intentional feeding”) because it looks like Sion is repeatedly committing suicide on purpose, wanting to sabotage his own team and actually help the opponent.

This leads to an “inting Sion” even in games where he wins having a relatively high death rate, often in double digits.

In 2020, “Thebausffs” released a video with a comprehensive guide to “Sion” that has since collected 1.1 million views (via youtube).

He still advises that one should wait until everyone is fighting to push one’s lane – or that one should also get involved in a fight as long as one can teleport back to the lane.

The German LoL expert Maxim has analyzed the strategy:

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Successful strategy, but very poor “KDA” value

Why is this currently relevant again? Thebausffs has been making headlines recently because he exported his “Inting Sion” strategy to Korea and confronted the Koreans with his strange way of playing LoL.

He climbed to Challenger there on April 24. He achieved this in less than a month. The ironic thing is that he did this with a “negative KDA.”

According to the statistics from op.gg, while TheBausffs won 58% of his 305 matches with Sion, he achieved a 0.97:1 KDA with scores of 4.9 – 9.1 – 3.9 (via op.gg).

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Twitch streamer somewhat proud that Riot is changing the game just because of him

What is Riot doing against this tactic now: Riot will reduce the damage that Sion does to towers in zombie form by 50 %.

The nerf is already active on the test server.

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How does the streamer react? He seems to be amused that Riot Games is changing League of Legends just because of him.

Another Twitch streamer has also changed LoL, albeit in a completely different way:

Twitch streamer cries when he sees he is now part of LoL: “I am no longer a random”

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Blizzard promises finally information about Warcraft Mobile after 4 years – But what kind of game will it be?

Alexander Leitsch 29. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

At BlizzCon 2018, not only was Diablo Immortal announced, but also a mobile game for Warcraft, which had apparently been in development for quite some time. Now, several years have passed, but reliable, concrete information is still lacking. However, Blizzard has now made an announcement about an announcement.

Update April 29: Blizzard has now announced that new information about the game will be shared with players on May 3 at 7:00 PM.

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What was specifically announced? During the earnings call discussing Activision Blizzard’s current quarterly figures, there was also a brief mention of Warcraft Mobile. It was stated that “new details about a mobile game in the Warcraft universe” will be revealed “in the coming weeks.”

However, there is still no concrete date. We will keep you updated on what is exactly behind Warcraft Mobile.

In the last two weeks, Blizzard has already been very active in sharing news:

On April 19, the new Dragonflight expansions and WOTLK Classic were announced.
Just yesterday, on April 25, the developers announced the release date and PC version of Diablo Immortal.

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Warcraft Mobile has no genre yet, but many hope for an MMORPG

What kind of game will it be? This is still completely unknown. However, there are some statements that at least contain hints.

In spring 2021, Bobby Kotick revealed that there should be more and more frequent premium content for the Warcraft franchise. This is intended to maintain and expand the community of World of Warcraft.

Possible additions to WoW could include:

A pet battle game that uses the pet combat system from WoW and possibly even connects it with the base game.
A hero collector where players can collect well-known Warcraft characters and use them in battles.

Of course, a WoW mobile version with crossplay or a completely standalone MMORPG based on the Warcraft world would also be possible. These versions would be significantly more elaborate, which could explain the long development time.

Moreover, a statement from the last quarterly report suggests that Warcraft Mobile will be playable this year, albeit only in beta:

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How long has Warcraft Mobile been in development? Clayton Chod is a 3D artist and has been working on Warcraft Mobile for quite some time. He has been with Blizzard since 2016 and claims to have already worked in 2021 for “the longest time at Blizzard” on the mobile game.

Since this game was announced back in late 2018, development must have started some time prior. It is likely that work has been going on for four to five years on this implementation.

What would you like to see as a mobile game for Warcraft? Preferably a strategy game, an addition to WoW, or a completely standalone MMORPG? Let us know in the comments.

The well-known Twitch streamer Asmongold would welcome a Warcraft Mobile, even though he would prefer to play a strategy game or a tower defense on his smartphone rather than a mythic raid.

One of the largest MMORPG streamers on Twitch says: “I would be glad if a WoW mobile comes”

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MMORPG New World lets you play the new PvP arenas and adjustments to the combat system now

Alexander Leitsch 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

New World brought the new 3v3 arenas for PvP and some other changes to the PTR server on April 28. Anyone who has an account for New World can use this. Although the arenas are still in testing, they are already receiving good feedback. The official release is planned for May.

What’s in the new update? The big May patch will bring some changes for New World:

The 3v3 arenas in PvP are being introduced. You can enter them from level 20, and there is automatic matchmaking that you can join from anywhere in the world. A round lasts 2 minutes, and a Best of 5 will be played overall.
Two new PvP currencies will be introduced. With PvP XP, you will climb a reward path, and using Azoth Salt, you can buy new rewards. These rewards are available for both the arenas and for wars, outpost rush, and PvP in the open world.
The dungeon Depths will be included in the mutation rotation and three new mutators will be introduced, bringing new challenges.
The Varangian Knights are attacking again. In Everfall, they will create a new event for players between level 25 and 30. The knights first appeared in the November patch.
The combat system will be optimized. Healers will be adjusted, dodging will have a short cooldown before stamina regenerates, and the bow will have a better player experience when firing.

When can I try the patch? The patch was released on April 28 at 19:00 on the PTR server. Every player can test it there.

When will the patch be officially released? The release of the update on the regular servers is planned for May. There is no specific date yet.

The May update also brings over 100 bug fixes

What else is in the May patch? The developers have published the preliminary patch notes in the official forum. The word “fixed” appears exactly 144 times. In addition to the major innovations, there are also numerous gameplay improvements.

Highlights include:

More radius indications in the tooltips for AoE abilities.
Those who are rooted can now dodge and thus avoid damage even if they do not move.
Balance adjustments to the bonuses of the attributes strength, constitution, and dexterity.
Coatings will no longer be removed from weapons when gathering materials and equipping the gathering tool.
There were numerous fixes for desyncs between server and client.
Fixes for bugs and exploits in dungeons.
The gathering speed and the speed of turning conquest points in the outpost rush have been reduced.
Many perks have been fixed or at least the description has been revised to be correct.
The latest weapon Thunder Rifle has received several bug fixes.
Chests in the inventory can no longer be opened when already overloaded.

Anyone who wants to delve deeper into all the changes should definitely take a look at the patch notes.

What do you think of the big May update? Are you interested in the new features? Will you test them on the PTR or wait for the full release?

How New World has developed recently is summarized here:

6 months after release, New World is still my top MMORPG

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Call of Duty shows the first teaser of CoD 2022 – Confirms leaks from the last months

Maik Schneider 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

With a first teaser clip, Call of Duty revealed the name of CoD 2022 and the leaks of the past months were correct: It will be Modern Warfare 2. MeinMMO shows you the teaser and provides information about further leaks about the new shooter.

What is now known? With a teaser, Call of Duty officially confirmed the name of CoD 2022: Modern Warfare 2. We embed the short teaser here:

https://twitter.com/CallofDuty/status/1519724521133121536

What else is known? Officially, very little is known about MW2 at this point. The studio “Infinity Ward” is leading the development and has already confirmed that it is a sequel to CoD MW from 2019.

There will also be a story campaign and a multiplayer mode. Basically, that’s all there is to official information.

What do leaks suspect? For months, however, the leak machinery has been running at full speed and information occasionally leaks through. The most important key data we list for you here:

It will probably be the last CoD on the old consoles (PS4, Xbox One)
The new CoD may come a month earlier than usual (already in October)
The campaign may continue the story of CoD MW
There will be a collaboration with Warzone again, possibly even directly Warzone 2
Co-op mode probably DMZ – could be based on ‘Escape from Tarkov’
The multiplayer is expected to benefit from many map remakes
Since CoD 2023 is likely to be skipped, CoD MW2 will be the largest title in the shooter series so far

However, these are leaks – take the information with a degree of skepticism. If you want to learn more about the leaks regarding MW2, check out our big special on CoD 2022.

When will the full reveal happen? Leaks currently anticipate a reveal on May 30, 2022. That day also saw the introduction of CoD MW 2019. The new teaser has made the date much more likely now.

Very little is yet known about the new Call of Duty 2022. However, many players have high expectations for the shooter, as the last premium titles, Vanguard and Cold War, did not have the impact of the most successful CoD title so far: CoD MW 2019.

Furthermore, the prospect that CoD MW2 could run for over 2 years in 2022 excites many players. As soon as there are new information about the new CoD, you will find them on MeinMMO.

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Bethesda and Xbox present showcase event in June – Is it worth it for fans of Fallout and Elder Scrolls?

Maik Schneider 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

Xbox and Bethesda have announced a joint Showcase. The event will start on June 12 and will showcase new information about the Xbox Game Pass and games from Bethesda as well as other partners. What is currently known and who may be interested will be shown to you on MeinMMO.

When does the Showcase take place? To be there live, mark June 12 in your calendar:

Showcase Xbox & Bethesda
- Sunday, June 12, 7:00 PM CEST

Where can I watch the stream of the Showcase? The folks at Xbox are not picky at all – you can follow the stream on various platforms:

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What is it about? After the cancellation of E3, Bethesda and Xbox are opting for their own showcase as an alternative to bring information about new games to the public.

What exactly will be featured in the showcase has not yet been disclosed by the organizers. They only write that there will be a diverse program with surprises.

You will be served gaming news and information about titles from Bethesda, the Xbox Game Studios, and other partners. In addition, there will be a preview of fresh games for the Xbox Game Pass.

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What can you expect? The promotional image from the showcase hints at one of the big new titles currently being developed by Bethesda: Starfield. The space adventure is supposed to be released in November 2022, but unfortunately without multiplayer components.

Fans of the Fallout series are also likely to get their money’s worth. Fallout 76 has presented a solid roadmap for 2022 and is likely to show new details about upcoming content during the showcase.

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Players of The Elder Scrolls may see the plan for the upcoming months regarding the MMORPG Elder Scrolls Online. The major expansion ‘High Isles’ is set to be released just a few days before the showcase, making it the perfect opportunity to get players excited about upcoming content.

Also, tidbits of information about the successor to Skyrim, The Elder Scrolls 6, are currently possible. According to Todd Howard, Design Director at Bethesda, the 6th part of the series could be released between 2026 and 2028.

So far, there is only a small teaser for TES 6 without much substance:

We have asked Bethesda if they could share more information about the showcase with us. However, there is still no further information available. We will update the article accordingly when we have new information.

What will be featured in the showcase is currently only speculative. And you can gladly join in.

We would like to know what you wish from the showcase. Would you like to see a completely new brand like Starfield or prefer that a few classics get a chance for new games, such as Doom or Wolfenstein?

Please leave us a comment with your thoughts. If you would rather see which games were presented last year at E3 that made it into the Game Pass, check here: All E3 games that come with Day One in the Xbox Game Pass

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Valorant aims to become the biggest shooter in eSports in 2023 – wants to surpass Rainbow Six and CS:GO

Benedict Grothaus 28. April 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

Valorant reveals big plans in the new roadmap for 2023. Riot focuses entirely on esports and aims to displace big competitors like Rainbow Six Siege and Counter-Strike (CS:GO). This is expected to be possible thanks to the groundwork laid in League of Legends.

What is the status of Valorant?

Valorant was released in June 2020 as a new tactical shooter aimed mainly at fans of Counter-Strike. Fans were sure back in 2020: This will be 10 times better than Overwatch.
Over the years, Valorant has evolved, with Riot providing it with new content and heroes. In 2022, Valorant still counts as one of the best multiplayer shooters.
Now, on April 28, Valorant reveals how it will progress in 2023 – shortly after introducing the new heroine Fade.

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Esports as a goal and everyone should be able to participate

This is the roadmap: In the update for the coming year, Valorant creators Riot primarily speak of plans to strengthen esports. This is the big goal for next year. Various stops on the roadmap are planned:

3 new international leagues where teams from America, Europe, and Asia will compete against each other.
The best teams qualify for the Masters and the “VALORANT Champions,” where the world champions will be crowned.
New national leagues are intended to enable young talents to rise into the larger professional leagues.

Riot is already looking for sponsors and partners to finance and support the new leagues. The goal is to ensure that selected organizations do not charge any admission or participation fees to make esports more accessible.

What’s in it for players? Valorant will receive a new competitive game mode. This will complement the existing leaderboard and help teams recognize and recruit young talents early on.

Additionally, Riot plans to offer annual scholarships. The size of the financial support and who can qualify is still unknown. Whalen Rozelle, the Head of Esports Operations at Riot, says:

With Valorant, we aim to build not only an exciting esports but also ambitious, efficiently managed teams that can serve as role models for the industry. Thanks to our model with long-term partnerships, teams can advance their business alongside the overall growth of Valorant esports.

However, fans should have the opportunity to express their loyalty to their teams. More content is to come for this purpose. Additional information is still lacking, but it is conceivable that exclusive skins for the heroes will be introduced, similar to those in the Overwatch League.

LoL is supposed to help become the “world’s leading ego shooter esports”

This is the goal: According to a press release, Valorant aims to become the largest ego shooter in esports. This means that at least four major names must be surpassed, which according to the statistics page Esports Earnings have set a high bar:

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive with over 132 million dollars in prize money so far
Fortnite with over 112 million dollars in prize money so far
Overwatch with over 33 million dollars in prize money so far
Rainbow Six Siege with over 23 million dollars in prize money so far

Although these are cumulative prize pools over many years, individual tournaments have been awarded over 15 million dollars at their peak. On average, it is usually between 2 and 4 million dollars. The competition is therefore setting a high standard.

While Fortnite is not an “ego” shooter, it still falls into Valorant’s competition, similar to CoD: Warzone and PUBG. “Battle Royale” games, however, are in a different category than traditional shooters. Riot says, however, that they believe they can excel in this area with their experience.

How is this supposed to work? According to Riot, the experience of the past 10 years with League of Legends helps establish Valorant as an esport. Through LoL, the company has been able to connect better with teams, thus building partnerships and a real “ecosystem”.

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Riot aims to excel through fair pay for players as well as through a “more robust support system.” Whether all of this will work for Valorant in 2023 remains to be seen.

The competition is already launching a new title. Blizzard is developing Overwatch 2, which is also expected to be released in 2023. We were able to play it already:

Overwatch 2 feels like an entirely new game, even though almost everything has remained the same

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New update in Lost Ark is well received – player numbers on Steam increase by 200,000

Mark Sellner 28. April 2022 Reading time 3 minutes

The MMORPG Lost Ark had an incredibly strong start in terms of player numbers. However, these numbers rapidly declined until the big April update. Now the game can once again be at the top on Steam. We at MeinMMO summarize.

What is going on with Lost Ark? The MMORPG had a really strong start on Steam with over 1.3 million concurrent players, but that was almost 3 months ago. During this time, Lost Ark slowly lost concurrent fans, which was to be expected. About two weeks ago, the game was at around 350,000 players in the 24h peak.

However, the big April update from last week is reversing the trend again. For a short time this week, Lost Ark was even the game with the most concurrent players on Steam. In the last 24 hours, the peak was 556,000 fans who were in-game at the same time.

Since the April update, more than 200,000 active fans have returned to Lost Ark. The new value of approximately 450,000 to 550,000 players has remained quite stable since this patch. But what is the reason for this?

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Players are also happy in this thread

The April update was pure fan service

Why this patch in particular? The big April update was long delayed and postponed several times. Therefore, a certain anticipation had already built up among the fans, as the content was well chosen.

Initially, an outdated roadmap was circulating on the internet, which did not necessarily create a good atmosphere in the community, Smilegate replaced it with a new roadmap. These new contents were chosen specifically to satisfy the community.

Among other things, the class of Arcana was replaced with the Lance Master. The Lance Master was previously an extremely popular class in the community. Her release in the West likely brought some fans back.

Additionally, there is a new continent called South Vern that continues the main story of Lost Ark. So, all fans of the story have also found a reason to check back into the game. There were also quality-of-life updates and a battle pass that were very well received by fans.

The events are convincing as well: Currently, two more events are running that make progress in Lost Ark easier. This includes the express event, where you can level a character to Gearscore 1,100 much easier, as well as a Guardian Raid event that offers valuable rewards.

Both will run until July, but are already causing many players to return to Lost Ark with new characters or even to first experience the real endgame in Tier 3.

Furthermore, the Feiton Power Pass, which gives players a character with item level 960, is currently being positively received by players. This gives you two characters that are far advanced in the game practically for free. This particularly reduces the grind from the early days of the MMORPG and could attract new fans.

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Even more quality-of-life

The game is friendlier to its players: Since the strong release, Lost Ark has seen many improvements in terms of “quality of life”. So far, numerous convenience features have been added, such as the ability to sort your skills after use or share treasure maps with the entire group.

Another point that many players have noted positively is the increase of the maximum number of characters on an account from 12 to 18. Since Lost Ark boasts a huge number of classes, you are now much less limited in your selection.

Additionally, many translation errors have been removed from the game since the release in February, making some quests significantly easier to understand. Skill descriptions have also been affected, and a counter-skill is now called Counter instead of the previous “Zähler”.

In general, it can be said that a lot has happened in Lost Ark in just about three months. Especially the big April update has contributed significantly and brought many people back or even for the first time to Arkesia.

How long player numbers will remain at this level, and whether the May update will bring a similar boost, remains to be seen.

What do you think of the previous updates in Lost Ark? Are you still actively playing or have you returned to the game after the update? How do you feel about the changes? Or have you perhaps taken a look at Lost Ark for the first time recently? Feel free to let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO.

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New survival MMO on Steam is a mix of Fallout and Halo – New beta starts in May

Alexander Leitsch 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

With Dysterra, a new survival MMO from Korea is coming to the West. It resembles a mix of Fallout 76 and the gunplay and world of Halo. There was a closed beta on Steam in 2021, and it will be reopened in May.

What kind of game is it? In Dysterra, you should gather resources and food, build a protective home, and generally fight for your survival. The game relies on a futuristic sci-fi setting:

You explore a beautifully designed world from a first-person perspective.
You are affected by radiation and temperature fluctuations. The biggest problem are the recurring “Terrafires,” which are caused by humans drilling down to the Earth’s core.
Combat is primarily through firearms, which you can craft and improve. However, there will also be melee weapons, including an upgraded mech arm.
You can find various vehicles in the world to get around.
The focus is on PvE and collaboration between players, though there will also be PvP.
The building system is heavily reminiscent of Fallout 76, as you should be able to improvise a lot. For example, you can build a grill out of scrap metal to cook meat from animals.

The game is being developed by Reality MagiQ, a Korean studio. It is being brought to the West by publisher Kakao Games (ArcheAge, Elyon).

When will Dysterra be released? The survival MMO will be available on Steam, although there is no specific release date yet. However, there will be an open beta in May that everyone can participate in.

A first look at the gameplay is provided by this trailer:

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Two weeks of free play for everyone

What is this beta about? From May 4th to May 17th, all players who register on the official Steam page of Dysterra can participate in the beta.

There was already a beta for Dysterra in 2021, but only players with a key could participate. Now all players can join in the survival action.

What has changed since the last beta? A lot, says Kakao Games. The developers have revised the UI and the impact of attacks, as well as improved character animations in the game using their own motion capture.

Furthermore, there is an update in the main region of the map, which has been significantly revised compared to the first test.

Did you play Dysterra in the first beta? Are you interested in the setting or have you had enough of sci-fi survival games? Feel free to write it in the comments.

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GTA Online: New content from GTA+ known for April and May – Here are the bonuses

Patrick Freese 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

For GTA Online, the new content for GTA+ is now known. We will show you what you get in the subscription.

What is GTA+? GTA+ is the new subscription for players in GTA Online. So far, it is only available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. For the price of €6 per month, you receive various bonuses and content that regular players do not get or receive later.

Since April 28, there is new content that we will show you here in the overview.

GTA+ in April and May – The Content

What’s new: The first phase of GTA+ started on March 29 and was active until April 27. We asked you how you find the bonuses of the first month and you are not interested in the GTA subscription at all.

Since April 28, there are now new content from the subscription that we show you here. They will remain active until June 1. Maybe this will change your opinion about the subscription – whether positively or negatively. Here are the contents:

500,000 GTA Dollars directly in your account
the car “Grotti Brioso R/A” (featured image) free at San Andreas Super Autos
Special upgrades at Hao for the Grotti Brioso – engine and appearance
Early access to the HSW upgrade and the HSW designs for the Grotti Brioso R/A (from May 5 they will be available for all players)
The agency in Rockford Hills for free (This unlocks The Contract if you don’t own an agency yet)
Free clothing and accessories such as the oversized red sunglasses, red bracelets, and the red swirl jacket.
The red split-camo design for the Übermacht Cypher is available for free at car dealerships
Double pay for security missions
50% more GTA Dollars and RP for nightclub warehouse sales
Double RP and GTA Dollars in the adversary mode Kart Krash: Full Auto
Additionally, special deals in the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store on CashCards.

What do you think of the new bonuses for the upcoming weeks? Do you think that the content of GTA+ has improved and that the subscription for €6 is now more worthwhile, or do you still view it skeptically and see no reason to spend money on it? Please share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss it with other players.

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The 22 Best Free Games for PS4 and PS5 in 2022

Sven Galitzki 28. April 2022 Reading time 5 minutes

If you’re looking for cool games during the Corona period, you don’t necessarily have to spend money. Many free-to-play games now provide just as good gaming experiences as some full-price titles. This is shown by these popular and well-rated free games for PS4 and PS5 in 2022.

We have selected 20 free games from various genres for you and present them here. Some of these have been on the market for several years, but all of them still count among the most popular free-to-play titles on PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 in 2022 and mostly have top ratings. The good thing is: You have nothing to lose.

If you are interested in one of these titles, you don’t have to think long, read reviews, or struggle to decide between several titles. You can simply download these games for free (or for a small fee of 25 or 49 cents for age verification for titles rated 18+) from the PS Store and get started right away.

And it could definitely be worth it for you. Many people are still restricted by developments related to the Corona virus and are more bound to their homes. Perhaps you will find a title to bridge this time or something that can even captivate you for the long term – without spending a cent.

The best free-to-play games for your PlayStation in 2022

Note: The games are not listed in any order of value. They primarily consist of online games with multiplayer elements (but not exclusively). Additionally, all titles listed here can be played without any problems via the backward compatibility feature of the PS5 or through a PS5 upgrade on Sony’s newest console generation.

Update, April 28: Since TERA will soon shut down the servers, we have removed it from the list. We have now added Blessed Unleashed to the list.

Which PS4 games can you play for free? Let’s start with the best free PS4 and PS5 games of 2022:

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Dauntless

What is Dauntless? If you know Monster Hunter World, you’ll quickly feel at home in Dauntless. In a world of floating islands, gigantic monsters terrorize the people. These so-called behemoths consume the aether, causing the islands, your home, to float. To prevent humanity from being wiped out, you take on the role of a Slayer and hunt down the giant beasts – either alone or in co-op multiplayer with up to three other hunters.

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This is what makes Dauntless special:

Massive monsters that feel like raid bosses in combat
Gameplay similar to Monster Hunter World: You have to hunt monsters in strategic fights to acquire better equipment
All kinds of weapons, armors, and consumables
No pay-to-win: All gameplay-relevant content is available for free
“Game as a Service” model. Dauntless is designed to receive long-term updates and new content

Dauntless is suitable for: Anyone who enjoys spectacular and challenging fights against individual monsters, and loves crafting as well as hunting for better loot.

Also, anyone who enjoys or is interested in Monster Hunter World should take a closer look at this free alternative.

Download the game: Dauntless in the PS Store

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Fortnite – Battle Royale

What is Fortnite? Fortnite is probably the most popular battle royale shooter in recent years. Although the game also has a paid PvE part called “Save the World,” this is nowhere near as popular as the free battle royale.

You have to fend off against 99 other players on an ever-shrinking play area. The one who is left standing wins.

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In Fortnite, however, there is a building mode that allows you to build your own fortresses and other structures to protect yourself against others. This provides additional tactical options and tricks not found in other genre representatives.

This is what makes Fortnite special:

Cool colorful graphics in comic style
Easy to access and learn
Building mode
Events, different game modes, and formats
Regular updates and new content through battle passes and seasons

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Fortnite is suitable for: anyone who enjoys battle royale and wants to unleash their inner builder, or who has a general interest in the genre. Even if you are looking to enter the battle royale realm, Fortnite is just right for you. The entry is childishly simple, matchmaking is quick, and the player base is enormous.

Download the game: Fortnite in the PS Store

Apex Legends

What is Apex Legends? Apex Legends is a battle royale shooter set in the universe of the iconic Titanfall series. You jump into an island with two teammates and fight it out on an ever-shrinking play area until only one team remains from the originally 60 players started. To do this, you first choose a hero with unique abilities and make use of a range of futuristic weapons and gadgets you find along the way.

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As is usual in the BR genre, there are regularly new seasons, including battle passes through which you can unlock new content. The game itself is free-to-play; you only have to pay for cosmetics and the battle pass but can also play entirely without spending money.

This is what makes Apex Legends special:

Numerous heroes (legends) with unique abilities that radically influence your playstyle
Many cool weapons
Excellent gunplay developed with the help of professional shooter player Shroud
Focus on teamwork
New content in the form of seasons and battle passes

Apex Legends is suitable for: fans of fast BR shooters like Fortnite. If you appreciate dark humor, enjoy sharp gunplay, and prefer to skip the building aspect, then you are also in the right place with Apex Legends. However, fans of hero shooters like Overwatch might also find enjoyment in Apex Legends and its distinctive characters.

Download the game: Apex Legends in the PS Store

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War Thunder

What is War Thunder? War Thunder is a military MMO simulation that allows you to experience various aspects of the battlefield. You have the choice between airplanes, tanks, and even ships and helicopters.

The goal is to destroy the enemy or capture and hold strategic points. Depending on which map you are playing, either only one weapon type is allowed, or there are combined battles in which, for example, airplanes and tanks fight together.

Your vehicles are divided into tiers. The lower ranks are early versions from the 20s. The technology level increases as you progress, ending in the 90s. From biplanes to jets, everything is included.

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This is what makes War Thunder special:

Large-scale battles on major historical battlefields
Wide range of military vehicles from various military eras
Adjustable realism level. Playing on
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Twitch streamer says: If a guy talks like a typical Valorant player, she would never date him

Sayumi (Lena) 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

The famous Twitch streamer Daphne “39daph” Wai has spent many hours playing various shooters and has now explained the infamous “Valorant accent” that one gets when playing too much of it. Furthermore, according to the streamer, you should not date anyone who has such an accent.

Who is the streamer?

39daph is one of the larger streamers on the platform with 1.1 million followers on Twitch. On average, 6,235 people watch her, and she has over 3,700 subscribers.
The streamer plays not only shooters like Fallout: New Vegas or Apex Legends, but also the currently popular Elden Ring or Cyberpunk 2077.
Now, Wai has stated that you should not date anyone who possesses the “Valorant accent”. For her, that’s a total red flag.

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The Valorant accent is a red flag in dating

What is the Valorant accent? Famous Valorant players like TenZ have a specific way of speaking dubbed the Valorant accent. Thus, the term spread in the community.

Some players are said to artificially stretch certain words while waiting in the lobby for the next game. A clip of 39daph went viral, in which she explained and accurately imitated how the Valorant accent works:

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I saw a few TikToks and realized that you should never date anyone who has a Valorant accent. If you don’t know what the Valorant accent is – it’s when they talk like this: “You’re so braaaain-dead, dude.”
39daph

She then came up with a fitting comparison: “Do you know what I just noticed? They talk like race car engines” and then mimicked a race car.

The clip ended with: “Steer clear, that’s a red flag,” so: “Avoid those, that’s a red flag.”

The community celebrates 39daph’s imitation

What does the Valorant community think about it? Below the reddit post, players are thrilled by 39daph’s imitation. The post has generated over 20,000 upvotes.

Here’s what the community says:

Old_Sport says: “To me, it always sounded like when I’m filling a glass with water, but the engine of a race car is also a pretty good analogy. LMAO.”
eeem1l says: “I have never agreed so much in my life.”
xanee_music recognizes a family member: “Oh, she just described my 14-year-old brother. That explains a lot, lmao.”

Some also talk about the well-known Valorant streamer sinatraa, who supposedly talks just like 39daph described. That’s why many players are said to talk that way and have adopted the Valorant accent.

Others, on the other hand, recognize themselves in it and warn other reddit users: “Stay the hell away from me, I talk like that too!”

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You can now buy a PS5 at Media Markt and Saturn

Maximilian 28. April 2022 Reading time 2 minutes

Do you really want to buy a PS5? According to current rumors, both Media Markt and Saturn are finally selling the coveted console again today after a long time. We at MeinMMO present you with all the important information for this.

Update: April 28, 4:10 PM: And from the bundle including Horizon Forbidden West + Gran Turismo 7 at Saturn more units have just become available!

Update: April 28, 3:50 PM: Stay tuned! A few contingents have just been released again!

Even nearly a year and a half after its launch, the PlayStation 5 is still in absolute short supply. Accordingly, the joy is of course great when there are finally again drops or sales actions at reputable dealers.

According to current rumors, this should be the case today at Media Markt and Saturn.
On the product page of a new bundle, the so-called “availability lights” have just appeared at both dealers. In the past, this has almost always indicated an imminent drop.

What kind of PS5 will there be? Presumably, several bundles will be offered again, and maybe also “naked” consoles. It is already clear, however, that these bundles will be available:

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