5 Reasons Why You Should Turn Off Your Computer at Night

Why should you turn off your gaming or office PC? MeinMMO presents you with a few reasons why turning it off can make sense. You can indeed do your hardware a favor by doing so.

Why do many people not turn off their computers? The computer is likely to accompany many users in their daily lives, whether at work or gaming. However, many users simply do not turn off their PCs for various reasons:

  • For instance, you might want to access your PC via remote connection from your phone or laptop while on the go.
  • Or you may not want to wait the 10 seconds for the computer to start, even though you have an SSD installed.
  • Some also leave their computers running for days while downloading large updates with a slow internet connection.

For instance, the Spanish manufacturer Panda Security found that 23% of people never turn off their work computers (via pandasecurity.com). However, there are good reasons why you should give not only yourself but also your computer a break.

Keep the PC on or turn it off?

Is it bad if the PC runs 24/7? No, as all manufacturers test the components installed for durability. Therefore, normally there is no risk if your computer remains turned on for a longer time. If you treat your hardware with care, clean it from dust or maintain it in general, then overheating issues should also be limited.

If you still want your computer to remain on permanently, you should at least take some precautions. You should protect your computers from dangers such as power surges, lightning strikes, or power outages. A power strip with integrated surge protection is a good recommendation. Ideally, you should also encrypt important data in case other people might use your computer.

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Saving energy

In our time, where people massively waste electricity, for instance, to mine bitcoins, this tip may sound ironic. Nevertheless, if you do not want to become the new bitcoin king, you should simply turn off your computer. NFTs are now also the latest trend when it comes to virtual currencies.

This saves electricity and helps the environment. However, you won’t save huge amounts of money with this, as you will only save a few watts on average. You can check this with an energy measuring device that you plug into the socket.

However, you should not forget that you often have several other devices connected to your computer. For example, printers, monitors, or USB hubs also consume electricity. Depending on the number, this can add up quite a bit.

Better performance

If you let your computer run for days without a complete shutdown, it can weaken performance in the long run.

This is because your computer processes many tasks in the background or leaves instances of programs open in the background because they were not closed properly. Some anti-cheat programs can still run in the background even after the game has long since been finished.

If you turn off your computer, it can close all open programs and, for instance, clear the RAM. To avoid issues, you should regularly turn off your computer.

As an expert, Brad Nichols tells the magazine “Reader’s Digest”, it is advisable to completely shut down your computer at least once a week if there is really no other choice (via rd.com).

Moreover, a restart can also solve annoying problems or errors for which you cannot find the cause.

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Fewer annoying notifications

The majority of you probably have set up your PC to receive many different notifications. Whether it’s emails, chats, or tasks on the PC, they all need our attention – at least it always seems that way.

If you simply turn off your computer once, it will at least give you a break from all those notifications for half a day or at least a few hours.

Security

If you work from home and no one else has direct access to your computer, this should be a minor concern for you.

However, if you work with sensitive data that is not meant for everyone’s eyes, you should turn off the computer for security reasons. This way, at least without a password, others cannot access your data – unless they remove your unencrypted hard drive from your computer.

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WoW: The Jailer is so genius that it is just ridiculous

How genius is the Jailer in World of Warcraft? So genius. So much so that it’s ridiculous – as one player chillingly points out.

The Jailer does not sit well with WoW players as a villain. Especially the notion that he is behind all the developments in the story of World of Warcraft disturbs many players who express their discontent in the subreddit.

What’s going on? A post by “ComicalyLame” has received exceptional attention in the WoW subreddit and is almost showered with awards. The text is naturally exaggerated, but it also clearly shows what many find troubling about the story and the supposed genius of the Jailer. Because when you break down “the grand plan” into individual steps, the whole approach of the Jailer comes off as unintentionally ridiculous.

We have translated the text for you. You can view the original English version in the WoW subreddit.

First things first. Since we know that virtually everything that has happened in Warcraft originates from the Jailer, let’s check what kind of “Galaxy Brain” he must have had to make all this happen.

Now that it has more or less been confirmed that the Arbiter from Argus was taken out, who he just nose-scoped – what had to happen for that to occur?

Imagine you are the Jailer (terrible, I know, but try it) and you’ve been locked up by your colleagues from your improvisation team. Now you have to convince one of the people who just BANISHED YOU TO SUPER HELL that he’s now your friend. You know how prisoners manage to convince the guards and then have them work for them – something like that.

Now you need to convince the warden to create the best espionage industry that has ever existed. A simple plan, badabing, badaboom, done. Now you use this espionage system to make pure chaos and void beings attack random planets. Then you use that to corrupt a being of pure justice. All straightforward stuff.

This is where the Jailer’s genius really shines. Ensure that your own army is now working for the corrupted titan and is strong enough to destroy entire galaxies, except for that one random planet that for some reason has all the important things. Now make sure that this titan, who doesn’t know he’s working for you, is just out of reach of fulfilling his plan – for several millennia.

Now the fun part begins. Use the spies to convince one of the titan’s allies to create a zombie guy, with the express goal of having a special hat and killing/reviving a random elf who will become important later.

Make sure the humans win so that the bad guys come back later and then let the hat guy die so that the elf lady can be expected to try to un-revive herself, so she can see the big bald man. Make her an offer she can’t refuse and start manipulating even more things from behind the scenes.

Now comes my favorite part. Ensure that this orc, who has some genocidal tendencies, completely loses his mind and later stands trial in Pandaria. That’s when you obviously time travel to another dimension so that another random orc can come into the main dimension and summon the titan you’ve been keeping in the background the entire time. Your super mega power death plan relies on interdimensional time travel.

With this once-dead orc back in the main timeline, make sure the titan guy gets to the planet he has more or less ignored up to now and ensure that his army is good enough at killing but not good enough to win. Now expect that these random people on the planet make a series of strange decisions that lead to the main base of the bad guy being transferred into their solar system. Because the base is right here, they can fight the literal titan of death and you must hope that they win.

Because they obviously have won, the death titan destroys this random robot lady and the real game begins. All that other stuff was child’s play. Turn the sleeper agent elf lady completely evil and inevitably ensure that she breaks the hat you left on this planet for JUST this moment.

Congratulations, now you can pull a blonde boy into the DEATH ZONE and use him to get a shiny circle of a person and that’s it, the mortals will give you the rest, don’t worry.

You did it. You gathered all the Lego pieces you need to find your super suit and reshape/annihilate/reverse/reform reality/health.

That was a pretty simple plan if you think about it. Just took half an hour to write that down — the plan. I mean, that was the plan. From the very beginning.

ComicalyLame in the WoW subreddit

Community celebrates the text: Although the text is obviously quite cynical and sarcastic, it is well-received in the subreddit. It received more than 3,500 upvotes and over 30 awards, along with some complementary comments, such as from Izaruu:

Don’t forget that he had to empower a specific demon watcher to stab a particular troll so that he could promote the elf sleeper agent to warchief, allowing her to do sleeper agent things and start wars that sent millions of souls to the super hell.

What is actually the problem? Many players are disturbed by the Jailer, especially after it became clear that he is likely behind most major incidents of the Warcraft universe. For many, this greatly depreciates the last 20 years of the Warcraft series and leads to characters like Arthas, Sargeras, Gul’dan, or Sylvanas losing more and more agency and personality. Since almost all characters have been manipulated by the Jailer in one way or another, it casts a peculiar light on the past of these heroes and villains.

Moreover, all the steps of the Jailer are so numerous and at times absurd when taken as a whole, that it hardly makes sense what he has actually done. This only causes more players to long for the end of Shadowlands and thus the disappearance of the Jailer.

What do you think of this portrayal of the Jailer? Completely exaggerated? Or unfortunately very accurate and exactly what the problem with WoW is?

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The 10 most anticipated multiplayer and co-op games on Steam for 2022

In 2021, many games were postponed and set for the next year. But not only postponed titles are coming in 2022. We at MeinMMO have looked at what the most desired multiplayer titles on Steam are for you.

What kind of list is this? Anyone who actively uses Steam knows that there is a wish list feature. You can add all the games that interest you in any way to your wish list. These wish lists are publicly visible as long as the profile is not set to private.

You will get here 10 games that serve and present a co-op or multiplayer aspect. And not just any 10, but exactly those that are most frequently on the wish lists of Steam players. Sorted from most desired to less desired.

How was the list created? The Steam Database website provides the necessary data for this list. However, we cannot guarantee one hundred percent accuracy, as private wish lists are not publicly accessible and therefore cannot be recorded.

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10. Company of Heroes 3

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What kind of game is this? Company of Heroes 3 once again revolves around World War II. The strategy game from Relic Entertainment thus uses the same setting as its predecessor.

This time, it is set on the Mediterranean front of World War II, where you must fight alongside different factions for the victory of your soldiers.

In the single-player campaign, a world map view comes into play, where you can choose where your next mission should take place. The battles themselves are on unique maps and in real-time.

How does it play? Less about base building and more about skillfully maneuvering your units and outplaying your opponent, that’s what Company of Heroes 3 is about.

To train units, you must capture and hold resource points on the map. To succeed, you can employ numerous strategic tactics. Not only the terrain and environment play a role, but also weather and elevation differences are relevant for your troops.

You need to assemble your units in a way that fits your tactics and then move them skillfully to counter the enemy armies. Thus, you will fight battle after battle for victory.

How does multiplayer work? Once you have finished the campaign, a large part of your playtime will accumulate in multiplayer matches. Here you can choose a faction of your choice and play against and with your friends.

Similar to Total War: Warhammer, the world map view is eliminated and it revolves around the battles on individual maps. This results in diverse and new strategy skirmishes that can be enjoyable in the long term.

When can you play? Although Company of Heroes 3 is already in 19th place on the most-wished games on Steam overall and holds 10th place on our multiplayer list, there is currently no release date for the game.

We estimate that Company of Heroes 3 could be released in 2022. However, there is no confirmation for this yet.

9. Monster Hunter Rise

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What kind of game is this? Rise is the next title in the long-standing Monster Hunter series. Here you once again set off with oversized weapons to hunt and kill monsters.

However, you do this not just for fun but mainly for the loot from the gigantic foes. With this, you can build better gear and then hunt even bigger and more dangerous monsters.

This concept has brought the Monster Hunter series success for many years, and Rise has also made it to our list of the most awaited multiplayer titles of 2022.

How does it play? Alone or together with up to four other players, you can dive into the world of Monster Hunter Rise, which this time appears very Asian-influenced and colorful.

You then choose a monster you want to hunt. You need to find it and bring it down in a breathtaking battle. Each monster employs different mechanics and strengths.

To take down the creatures, you can rely on 14 different weapon types and thus find one that suits your playstyle best.

How does multiplayer work? In this title, there is also no separate multiplayer mode. Whether you set off alone or team up with friends is irrelevant to the actual gameplay.

Of course, it is more enjoyable to hunt down the next monster together with your friends and find out how to defeat it.

When can you play? Theoretically, right now, as you can currently play a demo of Monster Hunter Rise on Steam. But even if the demo is not enough for you, you won’t have to wait long. Monster Hunter Rise is set to release on January 12, 2022.

In the global multi-genre list, the title reaches 17th place.

8. Lost Ark

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What kind of game is this? Lost Ark is the first and only MMORPG on this list. After several delays, the game, which has been running in Korea since 2018, will be released in 2022 as well.

In the MMORPG from an isometric perspective, you take on the role of a hero who must find the lost Ark to free the world from demons. You choose from one of 15 different character classes and fight your way through the open world in a hack and slash style.

Lost Ark relies on flashy skill effects, fluid animations, and a fantastic combat feel, as well as a grandiose story.

How does it play? What looks like Diablo at first glance actually plays completely differently at its core. The only overlap here is the fighting and the constant hunt for better gear.

Otherwise, you move through the open world in Lost Ark, complete quests, learn new skills, and level up to take on the challenges in the endgame. These consist of PvP, dungeons, raids, and more.

You are also allowed to have your own island, as well as a large sailboat to sail the seas. You can also always engage in resource gathering and improve your life skills. There is always something to do in Lost Ark.

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How does multiplayer work? As Lost Ark is a true MMORPG, even if you play alone, you are not alone on the go. You always play the game online, and other players will meet you at every corner.

If you want to play with your friends, you can do so in large guilds or in small groups of up to four players. The later raids can then sometimes also be played with multiple groups, allowing you to team up with up to 16 people.

When can you play? Lost Ark is set to be released on February 11 as a free-to-play title. If you purchased one of the pre-order packages, you can dive into the world of Arkesia starting from February 8.

On the multi-genre list, Lost Ark reaches 15th place.

7. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide

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What kind of game is this? In Darktide, you will face a 4-player loot shooter where you must shoot your way through the dark mega city of Tertium. You can rely on different classes or heroes – similar to Warhammer Vermintide 2.

The setting this time is significantly darker and more futuristic and relies more on heavy weapons than magic and crossbows.

How does it play? Together with up to three other players, you will face monstrous waves and blast them to pieces. For this to work, you must play together and act as a team. The choice of character is also supposed to have a big impact.

The game aims to create a healthy mix between melee and ranged combat while scoring with various enemies. It doesn’t matter whether you want to reach for a laser pistol or a chainsaw sword.

In the matches, you will find increasingly better equipment to further optimize your character and adapt it to your playstyle. You can not only change your hero’s weapons and armor but also give them a visual makeover.

How does multiplayer work? While you can generally play the game solo, it is designed for four players and should be treated as such. Therefore, the multiplayer works the same as the base game itself.

By the way, there is no PvP mode. You always play together with four against the NPCs.

When can you play? Darktide has not yet revealed a specific date. The game is supposed to be released in Spring 2022 and draw you and your friends into the loot shooter.

On the general top list, Warhammer Darktide achieves 12th place among the most-wanted games.

6. Kerbal Space Program 2

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What kind of game is this? Kerbal Space Program 2 was announced two years ago and is the successor to the popular Kerbal Space Program. The space tinkering game with the green aliens quickly gained notoriety back then.

The second part aims to take all the virtues of the first part and improve them further. The focus is on multiplayer, mod support, and the latest findings in space research.

As the name suggests, in Kerbal Space Program 2, you need to manage your own space program, construct spacecraft, and establish colonies.

How does it play? As the head of a space program, you need to master the dangers and challenges of space. But first, the question arises as to how you even take off. Therefore, you construct spacecraft and rockets, while your creativity knows no bounds.

But the game doesn’t end in space. Now you need to establish colonies, collect resources, and keep tinkering to eventually explore every remote corner of the universe.

How does multiplayer work? Exactly like the main game, except that you can also experience it together with friends. However, further details about the multiplayer are not yet known at this time.

The developers of Intercept Games announced they would thoroughly revise the multiplayer and give it a larger place than in the first part. More details are expected to follow soon.

When can you play? An exact release date for Kerbal Space Program 2 has not yet been announced, even though it was announced two years ago. It is only clear that the game is to be released in 2022.

In the global multi-genre list, Kerbal Space Program 2 secures 11th place.

5. Total War: Warhammer 3

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What kind of game is this? This is the third part of the Warhammer spin-off of the Total War series.

While Total War is known for its realistic battles and scenarios, it meets with Warhammer on a complex fantasy setting that has already provided great success and lots of fun twice before.

In the third part of the series, you will once again plunge into strategic battles with the fantasy races of the Warhammer universe and chase tons of demons or even command them yourself.

How does it play? Total War relies, as usual, on strategy battles that take place both in real time on the battlefields and on the world map.

While you plan on the world map how to proceed best and where to fight, you conduct the actual war between the various nations on the battlefields.

There, you might have to attack and defend fortresses and meet other strategic challenges.

How does multiplayer work? As with most strategy games, the campaign is only a small part of the overall package. In this Total War, however, you can even play it with up to 8 players and play your turns simultaneously.

On various maps, you can also compete with and against other players and play the nation of your choice.

These multiplayer matches take place exclusively on the battlefields and promise exciting strategy battles against your friends and online against other players.

When can you play? Total War: Warhammer 3 is set to be released on February 17, 2022, which adds to what is already a pretty full February. On the multi-genre list, the strategy game claims 8th place among the most desired titles.

4. The Day Before

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What kind of game is this? At first glance, The Day Before appears as if someone took Division 2 and thought a bit further. In the multiplayer survival game, you land in an America after a zombie apocalypse.

So far, so experienced a hundred times. Your task is to survive and set yourself up better. Unlike the spiritual predecessor Division 2, you are not only on foot.

For you are also going out of the city, and especially then, vehicles in The Day Before become an important utensil for survival in the game’s world.

How does it play? As is typical for an open-world survival MMO, you live in constant danger. Not only the AI-controlled zombies want to take you down, but other players can kill you as well.

Everyone wants to survive in the world of The Day Before and somehow get their hands on better items. So if you have a car and your fellow players do not, they can quickly become not-so-lovable playmates.

It’s only friendly in the colonies, where you can interact with other players and trade with NPCs. That’s where you want to get to if you have valuable items.

Everything else you need to know has colleague Anna Alberg summarized for you in a two-minute video.

How does multiplayer work? Together, you can team up with up to 4 companions and explore the zombie-infested America. However, how many players can interfere with you is currently unknown.

The game does not have a single-player mode, except for the option to also fight through the same hostile world alone. Therefore, the multiplayer works much like the rest of the game.

When can you play? The Day Before is announced for June 21, 2022, and could be perfect for filling a summer gap. However, relatively little is currently known about the game.

While it lands in 4th place among multiplayer games, it has to settle for 6th place on the multi-genre list.

3. Party Animals

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What kind of game is this? Party Animals is a charming brawler where you fight each other as cute little animals. The fun doesn’t stop at the fighting; it also takes on more brutal dimensions.

The contrast between the fluffy animals, the cute visuals, and the clumsy physics of the title with the raw violence with which the animals go at each other is striking and appealing.

In the craziest arenas, like on a plane, a flying rocket, or a stage, you battle each other.

How does it play? Gameplay-wise, the title can be compared to games like Super Smash Bros., while the physics engine and the graphic style remind of games like Fall Guys. The most accurate comparison is likely to the party game Gang Beasts.

In separated rounds, you go after each other and try to be the last one standing. In the process, you can use not just your paws but also numerous gadgets and environmental objects.

How does multiplayer work? Party Animals focuses on the multiplayer aspect and therefore offers limited content for solo players. Together with up to 8 players, you can then fight in online lobbies or even offline in split-screen.

It’s then all about winning the round and proudly staggering onto the podium on your four paws.

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When can you play? There is currently no exact date for Party Animals. The game is expected to be released in 2022, but when exactly has not been defined yet.

Not only on this list but also on the global wish lists of all genres, Party Animals secures 3rd place.

2. Elden Ring

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What kind of game is this? Elden Ring is the new title from the Dark Souls makers at From Software and is eagerly awaited not only on Steam. At the Game Awards, the game was already crowned the most anticipated title of 2022.

It drew particular attention because the world’s story was partly written by “Game of Thrones” author George R.R. Martin. As you are used to from From Software, Elden Ring is not a walk in the park but offers extremely challenging battles in a medieval fantasy world.

How does it play? Unlike in Dark Souls or Bloodborne, From Software is introducing an open world for the first time with Elden Ring that you can explore freely. There will be encounters with powerful boss monsters and other enemies.

A highlight is the combat system where every step counts, and both attacks and blocks deplete your stamina. How you approach your battles is up to you.

You can customize your playstyle and roam the world of Elden Ring as a rogue, mage, or warrior. But you don’t have to do it alone, as for the first time, a mount is at your side, which you can also fight on.

How does multiplayer work? Here, From Software doesn’t introduce much new to the familiar concept from Dark Souls. You can let other players into your world and then choose to play together or against each other.

Additionally, as typical in the series, you can leave hints for other players, which do not always have to be truthful. The co-op aspect of Elden Ring partly lives from not always being entirely honest with your fellow players.

New in Elden Ring are groups, which are meant to function as a kind of guild feature. Those who want to know more can read MeinMMO editor Irina Moritz’s article: What does Elden Ring offer for multiplayer fans? Groups and PvP explained.

When can you play? Elden Ring is set to release on February 24, 2022, allowing you to dive into the harsh world. The game is ranked not only in our list but also globally at 2nd place among the most awaited games on Steam.

1. Dying Light 2

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What kind of game is this? Dying Light 2 is the direct sequel to Dying Light and continues the same story. This time, however, more than just the city of Harran is affected by the virus, and your character is different.

The game focuses on RPG content and story, where you have to make decisions that will permanently change both the characters and the world they live in. In addition to the various human factions in the world of Dying Light 2, numerous new zombies await you.

How does it play? In terms of gameplay, Dying Light 2 focuses on fast action and parkour elements. You are mostly engaged in melee combat as firearms and ammunition are rather rare. To be precise: There is only one gun in the game.

Moreover, gunshots are so loud and can be heard from far away that they usually cause you more problems than they solve. So you leap from rooftop to rooftop and slash zombies with homemade deodorant spray flamethrower machetes.

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How does multiplayer work? You can play through the entire story in 4-player co-op, just like in the first part. However, it should be noted that only the hosting player makes actual story progress.

All other players can only keep their experience and loot when they return to their own save game.

Whether there will also be a separate multiplayer part of the game that is detached from the story is still unclear. However, since this was already the case in the first part and was well received by the players, it is assumed that something similar will return.

When can you play? After several delays, Dying Light 2 is scheduled for release on February 4, 2022, bringing you back into the dangerous nights of the game world.

Dying Light 2 is currently not only the multiplayer game with the most wishlist entries, but also globally number 1 among the most awaited games of 2022 on Steam.

That was it, the 10 most-wished multiplayer and co-op games for the year 2022. Is there a personal favorite missing from the list? Which titles surprised you? And do you also find it a pity that this list is so dominated by follow-up titles?

Feel free to let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO and let us know what your personal most awaited games of 2022 are.

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Players in CoD Warzone are currently being brutally torn apart by a fairy tale monster

In CoD Warzone the Christmas event has started, but it brings more than just gifts. Players are mercilessly hunted and brutally taken down by the monster Krampus during their rounds. This leads to many funny situations.

This is happening in Warzone: It has now become a tradition that various events start during the Christmas season in most MMOs and multiplayer games, providing bonuses and cosmetic items. This also happened in CoD Warzone.

Players can complete tasks as part of the “Festive Fervor” event and grab gifts. However, that does not mean that everything is calm and peaceful in Warzone, as the game also unleashes the wicked Krampus on its players. And he’s quite something.

For several days, Krampus has been slaughtering in the matches, and woe to those he gets his claws on. These players are brutally torn apart by the fairy tale monster. User Niarbrebyc demonstrates what that looks like on reddit:

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The figure of Krampus traditionally comes from European folklore. He is a boogeyman who, in some versions, accompanies St. Nicholas. While Nicholas rewards good children and brings them joy, Krampus punishes bad and naughty children. In modern media and pop culture, the frightening figure has been used in horror films like A Christmas Horror Story. You can find out more about Krampus on Wikipedia.

Krampus causes chaos during matches

Here’s why Krampus is a problem: While the fairy tale monster usually deals only with children in folklore, it has been spiced up in CoD Warzone by the developers. After all, it has to face heavily armed players with machine guns, rocket launchers, and pistols.

He appears randomly in various Warzone matches and targets one player, whom he then mercilessly hunts. So if you get the message that you are on his list of naughty children and are being pursued by Krampus, make sure you have plenty of ammunition.

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The wild chase by Krampus has given many CoD players quite a fright, as a chase with the monster usually ends in a very bloody death for the player.

For spectators and unaffected players, however, Krampus is quite a show and brings a lot of amusement. So it may happen that even your squad-mates do not rush to help you because they are too busy laughing.

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Even in private matches, players were initially not safe from Krampus. Player ZooMaa from FaZe Clan tweeted desperately that the training sessions of the pro team were certainly disrupted by the fairy tale monster:

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“WTF is this Krampus thing in private matches?! Are we being trolled!? We can’t even train.”

Is Krampus immortal? But even if it doesn’t look like it in the videos, Krampus is not immortal. If he takes enough damage, he disappears briefly and teleports to another location near you. This happens 4 times until he finally falls dead.

He leaves behind great loot, 1,000 EXP, and a lot of money. However, it is best to fight him outdoors, such as in an open area or on the beach, to keep Krampus at a distance. This way, he won’t corner you and you can kite him in a circle.

What the developers say: Sledgehammer Games responded to complaints regarding private games on December 18 and addressed the issue on Twitter. They explained that Krampus will no longer appear in private games; this was changed with a quick hotfix.

But the elves, who lead players to cool loot, will also no longer appear in such matches. So there will be a bit less loot.

What do you think of Krampus and the elves so far? Has the monster already caught you or your squad-mates? Share your experiences with us in the comments.

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After 6 years back to SMITE – Help, the game just overwhelms me

After years, MeinMMO demon Cortyn has once again ventured into SMITE . The game is now significantly more chaotic – but is it still fun?

SMITE and I. We used to be good friends. I couldn’t get into League of Legends, DOTA never appealed to me, and the “third-person perspective” of SMITE was appealing. You were simply much closer to the cool characters; everything felt more action-packed.

For years, I lost track of the game and have now started again with a former SMITE comrade.

Whether the comeback succeeds, whether SMITE is worth it, and what the most negative developments of the MOBA over the past years are, I want to describe here.

The gods are becoming too complex – Half novels as descriptions

SMITE suffers from a problem that, at first glance, has only worsened over the years. Even now, SMITE continues to release new gods and must therefore always come up with fresh and unused ideas.

But that’s not so easy. Because at some point, you’ve simply introduced all the meaningful types of abilities for characters into a game.

SMITE solves the problem in the most exhausting way: Overwhelming complexity. Instead of just having 4 abilities and a passive effect, the new gods often have skills that further break down into several smaller sub-skills.

For example, the relatively fresh “goddess”, Morgan Le Fay from the Arthurian saga, can cast a damage spell that has three different variants and secondary effects: a fear effect, a summoned clone, or a slow field.

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The second spell is not just a fire projectile that leaves a DoT on the enemy but also grants a speed boost and is refreshed through normal attacks.

Even the ultimate has numerous components. Each spell from Morgan Le Fay applies enemies with different runes, which can then be consumed by the ultimate. Each intertwined rune increases the width of the ultimate projectiles.

When you compare these new gods with the old ones, this increased complexity becomes immediately evident. The ability texts are shorter, the effects clearer and more distinct, as they do not have a myriad of different additional factors.

This doesn’t mean that the new gods aren’t fun. I immediately fell in love with Morgan Le Fay once I understood her. It merely means that, as a returning player or newcomer, you not only have to memorize all the new gods, but these gods are also much more complex, which only exacerbates the problem.

In some ability descriptions, I face entire “walls of text” where I think: “By Olympus, I just want to play a game”. Many of the new abilities seem so overloaded and filled with so many nuances that it simply makes no enjoyment to even want to learn them.

Game modes like “Assault”, where a random god is offered to you, are nearly impossible. “Just quickly skim through the abilities” is simply no longer possible; by the time I’ve done that, the first 5 minutes of a match have already passed.

No, the return to SMITE is relatively hard and uncomfortable. It took hours to slowly get back “in the flow,” and even after a week, I still have no idea what will immediately shred me with some gods.

But at least it’s fun – and that’s hard to argue against.

However, complete newcomers would need to learn 118 gods, which, similar to the competitor LoL, is a huge, daunting barrier.

The game itself – Engaging as back then

If you survive the first hours and the chaos of returning, then SMITE quickly unfolds the fun gameplay loop that was already so enjoyable for me back then.

The third-person perspective behind the gods still fits fantastically and ensures that SMITE sometimes feels more like an action game. Almost every attack is a skill shot, and only a few exceptions allow for a fixed targeting of enemies.

This keeps SMITE feeling more active than other MOBAs even today.

However, I must confess: I can’t get into the Conquest mode. This is the “classic” MOBA mode with 3 lanes and a setup of 5 vs 5. I have much more fun in the smaller maps, like Joust or Siege, where only 6 or 8 players participate.

The matches there also don’t last as long, and it’s not so bad if you get “completely run over” – after all, the humiliation is over in 10 to 15 minutes.

Smite Neith God Small

But when it’s going well, the coordination with the team is right, and a bit of luck plays along, then SMITE is just a lot of fun. It’s action-packed, exciting, and not infrequently, there were cool “comeback” moments when a defeat could still be turned into a victory.

Although I had gotten used to not having to buy items in HotS (there simply aren’t any), it was easy to handle in SMITE again. Conveniently: A lot has been done since then, and all gods now have recommended item sets that are suitable for starting. Even better: You can create your own purchase lists for each god and goddess individually.

It didn’t take long before I had set everything up for my goddess team of Scylla, Serqet, Bastet, Morgan Le Fay, and Amaterasu just the way it should be.

Yes, SMITE is fun. I had almost forgotten it over the years.

Skins that make me laugh

If there’s one thing I have to give credit to SMITE for, it’s the variety and creativity in the skins.

That’s somehow the beauty of SMITE. There are no legendary franchise heroes like in Heroes of the Storm, with whom you have to be particularly careful. The developers can fully unleash their creativity, and they do.

They don’t even shy away from anime skins – and I celebrate that.

When I, as an overly colorful cat goddess Bastet, run at the enemy, firing her ultimate with “Kitty-Cat, nyaaaan!”, I can’t help but grin.

When Amaterasu, in the best maid outfit with a tsundere personality, praises her teammates with “I-It’s not that I like you or anything, baka!”, my mouth corners rise.

Some skins are, of course, a bit “over the top.” When I see Jormungandr hopping through the map as a giant meme cat, it’s a bit too out there for me. But hey – I don’t have to buy the skins.

SMITE Alberner Skin Jormungandr
Jormungandr as a giant meme cat. Silly or genius?

At the same time, SMITE is also significantly cheekier than other MOBAs, especially due to the voices of the gods. When the bee god “Ah Muzen-Cab” mocks opponents by saying he “pollinated their mother,” I’m pretty sure other games would have long since eliminated such lines.

No question about it. If there’s one thing SMITE can do, it’s design plenty of skins that practically force me to want to spend money.

Besides, SMITE even has absurd gods like C’thulhu.

That’s what’s beautiful about SMITE. Since you’re so close to the action, you see much more of the characters and the skins. It just feels better than with other MOBAs where your character is just a small dot on the big screen.

Reward systems that throw junk at you

What completely drove me crazy, however, was the plethora of different reward and shop systems and various events that all happen simultaneously.

Just in the main menu, I can click on so many different things:

  • Store
  • Battle Pass: Transformers
  • Esports & Live Streams
  • Yulefest
  • Odyssey: Perilous Seas
  • Vault

Each of the aforementioned points has several submenus with numerous buttons and further explanations, even more submenus and different systems that are all interwoven.

It’s overwhelming. It’s so much that after 5 minutes, you think: Just leave me alone with all this crap and let me play.

It doesn’t help that every one of these submenus has lengthy explanations with dozens of popups and interwoven purchase offers.

This doesn’t get better after a match either. After every round, 1-7 unlocks for some nonsense pop up that isn’t even clearly visible because the unlock textures don’t load. I feel like I’m in a mobile game that keeps rewarding me with various “great” bonuses to keep me engaged. Nothing truly useful or beautiful has been there so far.

Here, “less is more” would be very pleasant. Maybe this is a problem that long-time SMITE players don’t have, who have gradually become familiar with the introduction of these events and reward systems.

For me, it felt completely overwhelming, so I avoid the entire menus and numerous submenus that I would likely have to spend almost as much time understanding as I would in grasping the new gods.

SMITE Werbung schauen
Watching ads in the game – somehow the next level of “annoying”.

Especially absurd: There was even a button “Unlock Free Rewards”, where I was seriously supposed to watch 50 ad clips in SMITE. Well, I thought. What would stop me from allowing the clips to run while waiting for a game? “Your dignity,” a friend said on Discord. Somehow true.

Nevertheless: SMITE is really fun

In summary, SMITE has significantly grown over the past years. Unfortunately, not just in terms of playable characters but also regarding the whole “surrounding context.” The menu feels overloaded, and the countless unlocks are more annoying than rewarding.

But as a whole, I like SMITE. The numerous different maps, the many game modes, and the diversity of gods are a joy. Especially with one or two friends, SMITE still develops the same pull and addiction effect as a few years ago.

I have definitely allocated significantly more time for the MOBA in my calendar.

A goddess once renamed SMITE – because otherwise, it would have caused real problems.

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What payment model do you prefer in MMORPGs?

Since the birth of MMORPGs as a genre, several different payment models have established themselves in the gaming industry. Which one do you like the most?

These are the payment models: It may shock you, but developers usually need money to create their games. Over the years, various payment models have crystallized in MMORPGs to obtain this money.

While they can be divided into many different categories and are often supported by optional services and cash shops, they can essentially be reduced to three fundamental models.

  • Pay2Play is a model that includes a monthly subscription. Players pay a certain amount each month and gain access to the game (Examples: World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy XIV).
  • Buy2Play requires players to purchase the MMORPG once and then can play it without restrictions (Examples: Guild Wars 2, ESO).
  • Free2Play MMORPGs are those that do not charge players for access to the game (Examples: Blade & Soul, TERA).

These models essentially set the “entry barrier” for the player. While you can immediately download and start playing with F2P without any financial disadvantages, some might think longer before engaging with a Buy2Play or even Pay2Play game.

The concern here lies in not getting the appropriate amount of fun back for the money paid. Each person defines this “appropriate amount of fun” very differently for themselves. For some, it is completely sufficient if the game entertains them for about 80-100 hours, while for others even 500 hours may not be enough.

So how about you? Which of the models do you like the most? Do you prefer paying subscriptions or do you enjoy playing Free2Play games? How much does the payment model of an MMORPG influence your decision to play it or not? Is there an “appropriate price for fun” for you? Let us know in the comments.

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2 new MMORPGs were announced this week

In the week from December 13th to December 19th, a lot has happened in the MMORPGs. Two completely new games were announced, and Fractured announced a contract with the publisher Gamigo. Additionally, there was a new update for New World.

The highlights of the week:

The controversy of the week: A new book about WoW is full of allegations and also faces “antisemitism” accusations.

The discussion of the week: In 2021, 7 new MMORPGs were released, but many were not well received by players. The faults lie not only with the developers, says MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch:

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New patch for New World, overloaded servers in Final Fantasy XIV

What happened with the major MMORPGs:

What happened with the minor MMORPGs:

What happened with the MMORPGs in development:

This was the news of the week from the world of MMORPGs at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience something exciting this week? Or did we forget something important? Let us know in the comments here at MeinMMO and discuss with us.

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Becoming a FIFA Professional with a Disability – A Role Model for Everyone

The FIFA professional Niklas Lugisland talks in this episode of the MeinMMO Podcast about his career and the associated difficulties.

Niklas Lugisland has achieved what many only dream of: He has become a FIFA professional and has also successfully built a Twitch channel. He has lived with the rare brittle bone disease since birth and is therefore in a wheelchair.

One would think that especially in e-sports, a disability should be completely irrelevant. There should be equal opportunities in virtual sports. However, this does not correspond to reality. Niklas is a unicorn in the FIFA scene and in e-sports. Gaming is still not limitless.

Leya talked to the FIFA professional about the difficulties of breaking into e-sports when one has a disability. This starts with questions like: Does the team bus have a ramp that allows you to get into the bus in a wheelchair? Niklas explains how he managed it and how others can follow in his footsteps.

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Also present were team captain Angelo Bülow from Team Fordzilla and Saskia Moes from Gaming ohne Grenzen. The group philosophizes about why gaming is still not limitless and what needs to change here.

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ESO Christmas Magic – Community Supports Homeless with Charity Streams

The community of the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online is considered very friendly and helpful. This year, some streamers organized a charity event for Christmas to help people who are currently struggling.

What charity event is it and when is it? The current charity event is called “ESO Christmas Magic.” It officially started on Friday at 2:00 PM and runs until the night from next Sunday to Monday.

What are the donations being collected for? Tafel Deutschland e.V. and Berliner Obdachlosenhilfe e.V.

The thought of happy togetherness at Christmas time

Why did we choose this donation goal? Especially during the Christmas season, many people feel alone and lonely, even though this special time of year is supposed to do the opposite. In the cities, one often sees people rushing around with recently bought gifts.

In front of the stores, people are often sitting who are not doing well financially, without a roof over their heads. This is a stark and very sad contrast and does not fit the idea of a contemplative Christmas season. We want to counteract this sad fact.

We want to get closer to the idea of togetherness by bringing together various people through this donation project. We hope that by helping the homeless at Tafel Deutschland e.V. and Berliner Obdachlosenhilfe e.V., we can take a step towards our goal.

Perhaps we can bring a nicer Christmas season to some people, especially those who are currently having a particularly hard time, especially considering the pandemic as an additional burden.

During the event, some streamers have agreed to stream together. You will also receive free Twitch Drops in the participating streams. Which streamers are involved can be found in the following list:

Additionally, the event is actively supported by Bethesda with giveaways.

Here is a timetable of the various streamers:

ESO Christmas Magic timetable

If you would also like to contribute a donation, you can do so via the following link from betterplace. All donations will be collected there and will be handed over to Tafel and Berliner Obdachlosenhilfe after the end of the event. We appreciate every small donation!

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WoW: Another Torghast Mode – Only Bosses, all Annoying Things are Removed

World of Warcraft and Torghast want to give it another try. A new mode for the tower is coming – and it simply omits the most annoying content.

On the PTR of Patch 9.2 “Eternity’s End”, the final update of WoW: Shadowlands, there was another small, unexpected innovation. The Tower of the Damned, Torghast, is getting a small expansion and a completely new game mode. Here, you simply skip the “annoying” part of the tower – and only fight bosses.

What kind of mode is this? In the “Jailer’s Gauntlet” you don’t have to explore many levels laboriously. Instead, each level consists of just a single, small corridor that leads into a larger room. In there, there are just a handful of trash mobs and otherwise only the boss of the current level.

In this mode, you will repeatedly fight the bosses while unlocking new Anima powers and being able to try out particularly powerful combinations.

This eliminates the need to fight most of the trash, dodge traps, but also destroy phylacteries or save souls.

Do special rules apply? Yes, this has already been compiled on wowhead. Unlike in the regular corridors of Torghast, there are a whole range of peculiarities that you have to get used to again. These are:

  • The “Box of Infinite Things” is not active. You cannot “reroll” abilities, but there are also no torment effects or blessings.
  • There is no rating for the time taken. You have as much time as you want.
  • There is a limited number of deaths. After 5 deaths, your run ends and the Taragrue throws you out. Don’t ask why he’s back.
  • If you die, the current boss resets and regains full health.
WoW Shadowlands Torghast Environment
New levels in Torghast are opening up.

What are the prerequisites? Moreover, there is a recommended item level for each level. This is designed so that the first levels can be tackled by “fresh” Shadowlands characters, while the last levels require pretty good gear from Patch 9.2.

Level of “Jailer’s Gauntlet”Recommended Item Level
1170
2185
3190
4205
5220
6240
7260
8280

What rewards are there? Similar to the winding corridors, there is also a range of rewards in the “Jailer’s Gauntlet” that you receive for completing certain levels. Every 2 levels, you get either a title, a toy, or even a mount. The currently known (and presumably final) rewards are:

  • Level 2: Faceless Herald (battle pet)
  • Level 4: Masterful Hearthstone (hearthstone toy)
  • Level 6: Gauntlet Runner [character name] (title)
  • Level 8: Sturdy Soulsteel Mawrat Harness (mount)

The mode is purely optional: The best thing about the new Torghast wing is probably that it is completely optional. If you are not interested in the cosmetic rewards, you don’t need to spend time there. The new Legendary upgrades in Patch 9.2 do not require resources from Torghast, so only those players who really want to enjoy the Jailer’s Tower need to go.

Keep in mind that this is still data from the PTR that may change before release.

What do you think of this new Torghast corridor? A cool and meaningful addition? Or just annoying to have more of the tower?

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New World: Soon you will be able to dress up as characters from Wheel of Time – Here’s how

New World has announced a crossover with the TV series Wheel of Time, which is also part of Amazon. Through the crossover, you will be able to obtain new outfits, skins for your weapons, and crests for your guilds. All you have to do is watch Twitch.

This is the crossover: The MMO New World from Amazon Game Studios will launch its first crossover in December with the new TV series Wheel of Time.

As part of the crossover, players can receive a total of 6 different cosmetic items. These include:

  • Outfits of the characters from the series: Red Aja Cloak, Children of the Light Cloak, Egwene’s Cloak, and Nynaeve’s Coat
  • Weapon skins: Tam’s Blade and Shadowspawn Blade
  • The Ouroboros crest from the series, which they can use for their guilds.
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How to get the items: The crossover items are, as is often the case with Amazon, available as Twitch drops. To receive them, you need to watch a channel that streams New World and has the drops active.

The longer you watch, the more drops you earn. To get all the items, you must have watched a total of 7 hours of New World content on Twitch.

The crossover starts on December 23 and ends on January 12. So you have plenty of time to collect all the items.

What is Wheel of Time? Wheel of Time is originally a book series written by the American author Robert Jordan. The story revolves around the eternal conflict between good and evil and follows the character Rand al’Thor.

He is a farmer’s son who grows up in an idyllic rural area known as the Two Rivers. But he and some of his friends have to flee when they are attacked and pursued by beastmen known as Trollocs.

On November 21, Wheel of Time premiered as a TV series on Amazon Prime and has received relatively good ratings so far, with 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.5 stars on IMDb.

Currently, the Winter Event is already taking place in New World. You can find everything about it in our article:

New World: The Winter Convergence Festival is here – All information in the guide

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FIFA 22: 5 strong special cards under 50,000 coins

Many special cards in FIFA 22 are extremely expensive. However, some of these players can be found for comparatively low prices. We present 5 options here.

FIFA 22 has already seen numerous special events – nearly every week there is one taking place. Currently, for example, the new Winter Wildcards event is running. These promos constantly bring enhanced cards into the game that can improve your teams.

The problem: Many of these cards require a lot of coins. The best cards are hardly affordable.

However, there are also some cards that do not cost excessively many coins and that can be afforded with just a few Division Rivals rewards or Weekend Leagues.

We take a look at 5 such candidates that cost less than 50,000 coins and offer good value for money. We have not looked for specific positions or leagues, but have primarily focused on values and costs.

This is not about the absolute top cards like Mbappé, Neymar, etc., but still about players who can improve many teams. We start with the cheapest card and work our way up.

Marko Arnautovic – Rulebreakers

Price: approx. 13,000 coins

This is what makes Marko Arnautovic special: We start the list with a forward who was introduced before – namely in the overview of strong forwards that are currently very cheap.

Because that is ultimately what Arnautovic is: a damn good striker who is well-positioned in all offensive areas. Equipped with a Hunter card, Arnautovic is fast, has great dribbling, and finishing ability. Accordingly, he is a really good choice for your attack.

So why is he so cheap? This is likely due to the fact that he is not very easy to incorporate into typical meta teams, as chemistry must be considered. But if you play a team based on Serie A, you should think about Arnautovic.

Thomas Delaney – OTW

FIFA 22 Delaney

Price: approx. 25,000 coins

This is what makes Thomas Delaney special: This card is the OTW version of Thomas Delaney, which has received several upgrades due to multiple wins and a TOTW nomination. It now stands at 86 overall – and the stats on the card are extremely balanced.

Highlights are the 87 in physicality and 88 in defense, but the other values are also really good for a central defensive midfielder. With a Shadow style, Delaney has everything you want from a CDM.

The low price is likely due to the combination of Denmark and LaLiga. Because of that, Delaney is not particularly easy to link in hybrid teams. But if you play a LaLiga team, he is a very strong option for little coins.

Jesús Corona – Rulebreakers

FIFA 22 Corona

Price: approx. 25,500 coins

This is what makes Jesús Corona special: Admittedly: The winger is not particularly easy to incorporate into typical mainstream teams due to being a Mexican player in the Portuguese league. But if you manage to do it, you get an extremely dangerous player for your right side.

Corona has 5 stars in both skills and weak foot. Additionally, he has strong values in dribbling, shooting, and passing. If you equip him with a Hunter style, you get a fast, dribbling striker in Corona who can also pass the ball when needed.

Only in defense will you need a decent defensive player behind him. In that regard, Corona is not well-positioned.

Alexander Isak – Europa League

FIFA 22 Isak

Price: approx. 43,500 coins

This is what makes Alexander Isak special: Unfortunately, the Europa League card of Alexander Isak cannot receive any further upgrades. But at least the Swede has already secured an upgrade through advancing previously.

The result: A really strong striker card that is well positioned in all offensive areas – especially if you also add an Engine style on top. In addition, Isak is tall, strong in headers, and also has 5 stars on his weak foot and 4 stars in skills.

With Isak, the relatively low price is likely again due to the difficult linking options. In doubt, Isak could also be a strong substitution option.

Nicolò Barella – IF

FIFA 22 Barella

Price: approx. 45,000 coins

This is what makes Nicolò Barella special: Barella’s first Inform card has just dropped below the 50,000 coin mark – likely also because he received another Inform card rated 87 in TOTW 13.

Previously, his 86 card was in the six-figure range for a long time and was one of the most expensive cards in Serie A. This is likely due to his still strong stats: The 86 player has really high dribbling stats as well as a good combination of physicality, defense, passing, and speed. He also has 97 stamina, which allows him to keep up throughout the whole game.

If you equip Barella with a Shadow style, you have a damn strong, versatile CDM at your disposal.

Are you looking for more reinforcement for your team? Then you can try your hand at the Icon Swaps and gather tokens for strong rewards. We show you 3 tips on how to get all tokens quickly.

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3 good new survival games that you can play at Christmas 2021

In 2021, numerous new games were released, including survival games of all kinds. MeinMMO presents you with 3 new survival games that were released at the end of the year to sweeten your Christmas holiday.

Which games can I find here? We have compiled 3 games for you that were only released in the 4th quarter. These are brand new survival games that you can experience fresh in time for Christmas.

In doing so, we made no distinction between MMOs and single-player games, but tried to provide a reasonably broad selection. Therefore, you will find tips for gaming sessions alone as well as with friends.

How did we select them? The most important criterion is that the game has to be new. We aimed to present the freshest releases, which are not yet found in the top lists like our best survival games for PC, PlayStation and Xbox.

The goal is for you to discover something new. Accordingly, there are currently no or very few ratings. The assessment comes from the author, who has gained experience over many thousands of hours in all kinds of survival games. The list itself is unordered.

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Icarus (PC/Steam)

What kind of game is this? Humanity is trying to create a new Earth. However, this fails, and the new planet becomes toxic for humans. Nevertheless, scientists discover a new, valuable material there.

You are to collect this. For this purpose, you will be sent back to the planet Icarus in sessions, where you are to survive, explore, and gather resources. Icarus fully relies on PvE and the game together against the inhospitable world.

The creator of Icarus is Dean Hall, the maker of DayZ, with his own studio RocketWerks. Icarus was released on December 3 for PC on Steam. A console version is currently not planned.

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The first community highlight shows gameplay and some particularly cool scenes from the players.

How does survival work? You play Icarus in individual sessions in which you are repeatedly sent to the planet. Each time you must build a base anew. However, acquired skills and learned technologies carry over between the sessions.

The most important resources for you are oxygen, food, and water. You must always keep an eye on everything and procure food or water. The wildlife of the planet and the environment itself with its various biomes always threaten you.

It is important that you only have a limited amount of time. You must be back at the landing ship before it takes off – otherwise you’ll be left behind. Time is therefore also a factor you must consider in your survival.

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Icarus is suitable for those who enjoy classic survival games like ARK, Rust, or Conan Exiles but want to explore a new approach to the genre. With its focus on cooperation and lack of PvP, the game is especially suited for groups.

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach (PC/Steam, PS4, PS5)

What kind of game is this? Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach is the tenth installment in the popular “FnaF” series, which includes several main titles and spin-offs. In it, you play as the boy Gregory, who is locked in Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex overnight.

You encounter horrific, living toys and monsters that hunt you down. Those who have played the previous titles will recognize many of them. Your goal is to survive until morning, when the “night protocols” are turned off and the monsters no longer see you as a foe.

FnaF: Security Breach was released on December 16, 2021, for PC, PS4, and PS5. More platforms are expected to follow three months after the release.

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The trailer for the new FNaF from Sony’s State of Play.

How does survival work? In FnaF, you do not have to worry about food or oxygen. You are primarily on the run from enemies and must be careful not to run out of battery on your flashlight. Because if you can see nothing, you become easier prey for your enemies.

Through surveillance cameras, you can monitor your surroundings without having to enter them directly. This way, you can see which areas are safe and where enemies are patrolling. If enemies get too close, you must quickly find a hiding spot.

By using color eggs or toys, you can distract monsters that have you in their sights. This makes it more likely for you to escape. Until morning, you will also have to solve some puzzles to proceed.

FNaF is suitable for everyone who enjoys a scare and loves horror games. The series is known for its horrifying, distorted portrayal of otherwise friendly toys. Ideal for those who like to tremble alone in the dark in front of the screen.

GTFO (PC/Steam)

What kind of game is this? With GTFO, the Swedish indie studio 10 Chambers, consisting of many Payday veterans, has created its first shooter. You play as a prisoner who must collect data in an abandoned research station in space.

You will be sent out in each round with a team of 4 prisoners, meaning up to 3 additional players or AI helpers. The complexes are teeming with aliens, which you should better avoid and not wake up. However, sometimes you will encounter puzzles such as doors that can only be opened through teamwork.

GTFO was released on December 10 exclusively for PC on Steam, but had already been in development for years and had several tests. Console versions are currently not planned, as the developers informed us.

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The release trailer of GTFO.

How does survival work? GTFO relies on a tactical approach. The only lethal threat is the enemies, which you should avoid if possible. Because ammunition and healing items are scarce.

The game is intended to be extremely challenging and punishing, very much in the spirit of PayDay. You are expected to work together and communicate to get through the levels without dying.

However, once you have startled the aliens – through careless actions or alarms – you must defend yourself. Hordes will then rush at you, and you will need to coordinate to survive. However, the odds do not always look good.

One of the major changes at release was the implementation of optional checkpoints. This means that dying does not necessarily end a mission but only sets you back a little.

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GTFO is suitable for everyone who enjoys big challenges and wants to work closely with up to 3 friends. Especially small groups that like to play games cooperatively should take a look at GTFO.

The 3 games we have presented here are just some of the newest survival games that you can still play at the end of 2021. However, you can already look forward to next year, as more games are planned in the coming months where you can test your survival skills:

7 new survival games to look forward to in 2021 and 2022

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The latest class in Lost Ark is a small girl with a giant paintbrush

In a long stream, the developers of Lost Ark announced a whole lot of content and changes for 2022. This includes new raids and areas, balance adjustments, and above all, the completely new class Painter. However, the updates will initially be available only for Korea.

This is the Artist: The Painter (or Artist?) is a class that comes with a completely new base class called “Specialist”. She is exclusively female and uses a large brush as a weapon.

It is said to be a support class that uses black and white ink in combat to damage her opponents and strengthen her allies. For example, the Artist can use her brush to draw various creatures like birds or fish and send them into battle.

With white ink, she can draw areas on the ground that grant her group buff auras and a kind of shields. The Artist will be playable in the Korean version of Lost Ark starting January 12.

The class was previously found in the code of the Korean version of Lost Ark and was called “Weather Artist” there. The first look at it and information about gameplay is only available now.

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These classes were also announced: In addition to the Artist, the Specialist will also receive a second advanced class. It does not have an official name yet, but its abilities will revolve around the weather. She will be able to influence the weather, change it, and use it against her enemies.

Additionally, the existing class Berserker will receive a female version. This is the next step towards weakening the gender lock that exists in Lost Ark.

So far, the Striker and Gunslinger have already been released in this context.

lost ark weather class
In the artwork, the character is holding an umbrella. Could it possibly be the weapon of the class? (Screenshot from Neeko2Io)

A lot of content for 2022. But (for now) only in Korea

This was also announced: In the long developer stream, a lot of content for the year 2022 was announced, which aims to satisfy both PvE and PvP fans in detail:

  • Balance adjustments: Especially the weaker jobs will receive buffs.
  • General improvements to the user interface and gameplay experience (‘Quality of Life’).
  • The developers will introduce new gold sinks to combat inflation.
  • With Rowen, a continent will come where open-world PvP will take place. The developers have specifically stated that they will take measures against ganking and PK.
  • Further PvP updates that introduce two warring factions and “guild vs. guild” systems with siege battles.
  • A lot of story content on the new continents Elgacia and Voldaik, with the latter possibly also releasing in 2023. Additionally, the backstory of the character Aman will be expanded in a separate quest line.
  • New raids with the Legion Commander Akkan followed by Carmen, as well as a new Guardian raid in which players will likely fight against a giant golden frog.
  • New islands on the ocean.
  • A battle royale mode with predefined classes that will be available to players, as well as a MOBA-style PvP mode. In this mode, however, you will be able to play your own class again.
  • A lot of mini-games in the style of Mario Party, but with much more blood.
  • Additional options and adjustments for personal housing on the player island and the wedding feature for players.

Overall, Korean players can expect a lot of content in 2022, released in stages. The launch will be led by the Artist, who will go online in January.

When will all the content come to us? How long Western players will have to wait for all the fun mentioned above is currently hard to say. Lost Ark has to release in our region in the first place, and some are eagerly anticipating the release date on February 12.

The content mix that the Western version of the MMORPG has received so far differs from that of other regions. While Russia and Japan receive their content in roughly the same order it was released in Korea, it has been mixed up in Europe.

Thus, European players will receive the three newest classes Striker, Gunslinger, and Sorceress directly at launch, which only appeared in Korea in 2021.

Lost Ark reveals the release date in a new launch trailer

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Why you should definitely play GTA Online at Christmas 2021

Christmas 2021 in GTA Online is just around the corner, and even if you haven’t logged into the game for a long time, it’s worth logging in for the holiday. We’ll show you what’s so great about it here on MeinMMO.

What kind of event is this? Every year during Christmas, a special Christmas event starts in GTA 5 Online with gifts, bonuses, and other worthwhile content. Many players return to Los Santos just for this event and look forward to it all year.

In this overview, we show you why a visit to GTA Online for Christmas 2021 is worthwhile for you as well.

New Update “The Contract” brings weapons, cars, and story

What’s included: On December 15, Rockstar Games released the update “The Contract,” which brings you many missions, new weapons, properties, cars, and upgrades. The focus of the update is primarily on the story. Franklin, who you know from the GTA 5 story as one of the protagonists, is now entering the online mode.

He has started an agency, and you are supposed to help it shine. Right away, the first mission shows in typical Rockstar Games fashion that the humor and craziness from the single-player mode have been perfectly transitioned into the online mode. For all story fans, it’s definitely worth taking a look at the new update for Christmas.

New weapons and cars: In GTA Online, the rule is “More is better,” and that’s why there are new weapons and cars available for purchase with this update. At launch, the developers introduced the compact EMP launcher, the stunner, and the heavy rifle.

GTA Online The Contract new content
A part of the new content from The Contract: The compact EMP launcher, the Enus Jubilee, and the agency

Right at the start of the update, Rockstar Games introduced seven new cars to the dealerships. However, in the weeks following the release, more cars will be released that data miners have already discovered.

These include fast sports cars, but also flashy luxury vehicles.

Snow 2021 in GTA Online – Get your drift cars out

What’s happening? Every year during Christmas, the developers of GTA Online bring out the snow cannons and cover a large part of the map with the white splendor. Snowflakes fall from the sky, and the roads are really nice and slippery.

True to the motto “If you drive sideways, you see more,” it’s up to you to take your sports cars out of the garage and drift around the corners in these completely over-the-top horsepower slides. Driving on the streets of GTA Online during Christmas is always a lot of fun, provided you’re not in a hurry.

Practice your drift skills, shoot cool videos, and enjoy the pure chaos on the streets in multiplayer.

However, the snow also brings some disadvantages. If you need to drive across the map for missions or want to participate in time trials, it’s significantly more difficult. However, if you just want to have fun during Christmas, the snowfall in 2021 has got you covered.

Gifts for Logging In

What is this bonus? During the big Christmas event of GTA Online, gifts are distributed to you. This has always been the case in recent years, and you can safely assume that there will be gifts for you again in 2021.

Gift
Even gangsters are happy about gifts – especially in GTA Online when there are weapons and ammunition

Usually, you only need to log in on certain days to receive your gifts. Every year, you get full armor, weapons, ammunition, and cosmetic items. Highlights include vehicles that you receive completely free of charge.

What gifts are there? This is not yet clear for this year. Rockstar Games announces the bonuses a few days before Christmas. Here on MeinMMO, we will quickly show you the gifts.

For Christmas 2020, GTA Online gave away a car that still brings a lot of joy in the snow.

Will you be logging into GTA Online again for Christmas 2021? What content are you looking forward to the most? Let us know your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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MMORPG Crowfall was released in 2021, is now already being sold to another studio

The MMORPG Crowfall was released on July 6, but soon after the release, it faced issues with player numbers. Now ArtCraft announces that the IP will be sold to the indie developer Monumental. The takeover starts immediately.

This was announced: In a press release, ArtCraft stated that they have sold their PvP MMORPG Crowfall to the indie studio Monumental. But not only the IP Crowfall will now be handed over to the new owners, but also the entire development team of the MMORPG. This includes President and Executive Producer Gordon Walton.

He and his colleagues will leave ArtCraft and continue to develop and maintain Crowfall for Monumental. Since both studios are based in Austin, Texas, this should at least present little logistical issues. The handover of the MMORPG begins immediately, with no interruptions in gameplay.

The Chief Executive Officer of Monumental, Monty Kerr, is according to his own statement one of the early backers of Crowfall on Kickstarter and is also an active player himself. In his statement about the purchase, he said he is pleased to welcome Crowfall to his studio.

The remaining developers at ArtCraft will instead focus on work on an unannounced project.

Who is Monumental? If you look at the game portfolio of the indie developer on their official site, you’ll quickly notice that they have primarily specialized in mobile games so far:

  • Little Alchemists (4.3 stars in the Google Store)
  • Storm Wars (4.6 stars in the Google Store)
  • Looty Dungeon (4.6 stars in the Google Store)

In October 2021, Monumental also purchased the dying Steam card game Mythgard, which has very good ratings but very low player numbers. The goal was to save Mythgard from maintenance mode.

A similar approach appears to be happening now with Crowfall.

What were Crowfall’s problems? The Kickstarter MMORPG was introduced in 2015 and managed to raise enough money for development. However, the launch was tepid and the player numbers seemed to be far below the number of backers.

Relatively quickly, a measure was introduced to prevent bots from reading the player numbers of the MMORPG. In September 2021, the news about the dismissal of employees came, which ArtCraft initially did not comment on.

In early December, a letter to investors painted a grim picture for Crowfall:

  • Player numbers are lower than expected
  • The layoffs in September were confirmed
  • Quarterly revenues were below the set goals, and in the third quarter of 2021, the company even had a loss of 2.4 million dollars.

The letter was clear: If no significant changes occur, Crowfall will either be transferred to maintenance mode to reduce costs or completely shut down.

Apparently, developer Monumental intervened at this point and offered to purchase the MMORPG, much like they had done with the card game Mythgard.

What exactly the future of Crowfall will look like, whether there will be changes in monetization or the type of content, is not yet known.

What do you think of the sudden sale of the MMORPG? Let us know in the comments.

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Tencent buys ‘Back 4 Blood’ developer – Was the game a flop?

The developer behind Back 4 Blood has been acquired. Turtle Rock Studios now belongs to Tencent – has the game failed?

The release of Back 4 Blood was just a few months ago, the latest patch just 2 days ago. But now there is a major announcement. The developer behind Back 4 Blood has been sold. Is this a sign that the game flopped? Or is the opposite the case?

What happened? Turtle Rock Studios, the developers behind Back 4 Blood, but also formerly Evolve or the original Left 4 Dead, have been acquired by the Chinese company Tencent.

What does the developer say? Turtle Rock Studios immediately released a statement on their own homepage right after the deal – and it paints a significantly more positive picture than some in the community fear. Accordingly, the parent company Slamfire has been acquired by Tencent.

By joining the Tencent family, we not only gain access to their extensive resources and knowledge but we also have a partner who encourages us to act ambitiously and visionarily. Even though our company is being acquired, we will remain independent and continue to be led by our co-founders Phil Robb and Chris Ashton.

Furthermore, Turtle Rock Studios explains that 2021 has been a special year – the launch of Back 4 Blood and now the partnership with Tencent. It states:

We are expanding our team to support Back 4 Blood and create new, exciting multiplayer experiences. We will continue to communicate transparently via our Trello board about what we are working on and expand what makes Back 4 Blood so special. Additionally, we can do something we have never done before: transforming a universe we have created into a long-term AAA franchise. We can now guarantee that the ‘Back 4 Blood’ franchise is here to stay and will continue to evolve in the future.

The community is concerned: In the Subreddit of Back 4 Blood, the news is received with mixed feelings. Many fear that Back 4 Blood might have flopped and this was a good time for Tencent to purchase the studio. Some are also worried that the game will soon be flooded with micro-transactions.

Whether in the end everything turns out as positively as Turtle Rock describes in its statement remains to be seen. The fans’ concerns seem – at least at this moment – rather unfounded. Tencent is known for acquiring studios, but usually only intervenes when there are serious problems.

What do you think of this news? A good thing for Turtle Rock Studios? Or a clear sign that Back 4 Blood has flopped?

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New World: developers reveal details about new weapons and PvE endgame

The developers of New World have released a 90-minute video discussing the current update. They also provide insights into the future of the MMO. We at MeinMMO reveal the most important details.

What have the developers said about the future? The new video focused heavily on the latest patch 1.2 in December. For example, it was revealed that there is more story behind the Yeti from the winter event which will be unveiled over time.

However, six very interesting statements were made regarding the entire future of New World:

  • The next weapon will be the Thunder rifle – “coming soon”.
  • A new event is expected in January that players can look forward to. The February patch, on the other hand, focuses mainly on bugs, balance, and bots.
  • Mutations will be a new PvE feature primarily targeting hardcore players.
  • Other weapons “on the table” include Great sword, Dagger, Shield + another weapon.
  • They plan many new quests, including tasks where NPCs will follow players, and new events in the open world.
  • PvP content for smaller groups (10v10 was mentioned) is going to be introduced.

You can watch the complete video from the developers here:

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New weapons and new content for expeditions

What exactly was said about the weapons? The upcoming Thunder rifle is supposed to have more explosions and a “Run and Gun” style. This means you will likely be able to use many skills while on the move. The range is expected to be rather short to medium. However, it was not revealed which attributes the weapon will scale with.

The weapon after the Thunder rifle will probably be the Great sword. The concept there should revolve around switching stances.

The order after that is not quite clear. An as-yet-unknown one-handed weapon in combination with a Shield and Daggers is planned.

What are mutations? Mutations are weekly challenges that players can sign up for at a board. In these, players will run one of the dungeons with adjusted difficulty levels, aimed mainly at hardcore PvE players.

Ten difficulty levels are planned for the mutations. Strategies and the right combo of weapons will be important.

The mutations are supposed to be brought to the PTR in January.

Banning bots is a high priority

What else was said in the video? The developers addressed several general points:

  • The server mergers are going well
  • The fight against bots remains a high priority
  • There is a list of bugs they are currently working on
  • The Trees of Light from the winter event drop more loot the better they are developed in the settlement
  • The Fire Staff will receive a damage buff, while the Ice Gauntlet will get more CC

What do you think of the developers’ outlook? Do the plans appeal to you or do you have other wishes for New World? Feel free to write them in the comments.

Finally, the head of New World, Scot Lane, commented on player numbers in an interview:

This is what the head of New World says about the rapidly falling player numbers on Steam – 83% less

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Pokémon GO: 1€ ticket for Community Day in December brings 2x Elite TM

In the shop of Pokémon GO, you can find the ticket for the Community Day in December 2021 for €1. We will show you all the quests and rewards of the ticket here. If you complete the tasks, you will receive two Elite TMs. We will also show you the limited research here.

What kind of ticket is this? In December, the Community Day of Pokémon GO takes place on two days: December 18 and 19. For the price of €1 (varies slightly depending on the shop), you can purchase a special ticket that unlocks a special research. This research is specifically tailored to the Community Day.

Where can I get the ticket? Interested players can find the ticket in the Pokémon GO shop (in the game). Below the boxes, you will find the category “Global Events,” where you can find a ticket for the Johto Tour and the ticket for the C-Day in December.

Ticket for Community Day in December – The Research

Where does the information come from? Due to time zone differences, trainers in other parts of the world were able to participate in the Community Day already. They took screenshots of the research and shared them in the community. The following information about the tasks and rewards come from the website Leekduck.com.

Research for C-Day in December 1/4

TaskReward
Use 10 Power-Ups on
Pokémon
10 Poké Balls
Catch 10 Pokémon that are part of the
Community Days in December
10 Razz Berries
Make 5 great throws1,500 XP

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional 1,000 Stardust, 10 Nanab Berries, and a Sinnoh Stone.

Research for C-Day in December 2/4

TaskReward
Send 10 Pokémon10 Ultra Balls
Catch 15 Pokémon that are part of the
Community Days in December
1,500 XP
Evolve 3 Pokémon1,500 Stardust

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional 1,000 Stardust, 1 Knursp, and one Incense.

Research for C-Day in December 3/4

TaskReward
Make 3 excellent throws10 Razz Berries
Catch 15 Pokémon that are part of the
Community Days in December
1 Sinnoh Stone
Send 15 Pokémon1 Elite Fast TM

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional 1,000 XP, 1 Rocket Radar, and 1,000 Stardust.

Research for C-Day in December 4/4

TaskReward
Already completed10 Razz Berries
Already completed 1,500 XP
Already completed 1 Elite Charged TM

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional 1,000 Stardust, 1,500 XP, and 3 Rare Candies.

Limited Research for Community Day in December 2021

The following research tasks are free for all players and do not require a ticket. You can find them in the game in the “Today” overview.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 1/6

TaskReward
Use 7 Power-Ups on
Pokémon
Encounter with
Serpifeu
Catch 5 different types
of Pokémon
Encounter with
Samurzel
Catch 15 PokémonEncounter with
Roselia

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Evoli.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 2/6

TaskReward
Send 10
Pokémon
Encounter with
Dartiri
Catch 5 different
types of Pokémon
Encounter with
Wablu

Stage Reward: If you complete both tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Hornliu.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 3/6

TaskReward
Evolve 2
Pokémon
Encounter with
Glumanda
Catch 5 different types
of Pokémon
Encounter with
Magmar
Send 10 PokémonEncounter with
Floink

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Elektek.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 4/6

TaskReward
Use 7 Power-Ups on
Pokémon
Encounter with
Karpador
Catch 5 different types
of Pokémon
Encounter with
Plinfa
Catch 15 PokémonEncounter with
Ottaro

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Rihorn.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 5/6

TaskReward
Catch 5 different types
of Pokémon
Encounter with
Zwirrlicht
Send 10 PokémonEncounter with
Nebulak

Stage Reward: If you complete both tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Porygon.

Event-Exclusive Research for C-Day 6/6

TaskReward
Evolve 2
Pokémon
Encounter with
Machollo
Catch 5 different types
of Pokémon
Encounter with
Sheinux
Send 10 PokémonEncounter with
Abra

Stage Reward: If you complete all three tasks and then collect the rewards, you will receive an additional encounter with Kaumalat, 2021 experience points, and 2021 Stardust.

How much time is left? This limited research lasts until Monday, December 20, at 10:00 AM local time. You have until then to complete the tasks.

What do you think of the two researches for Community Day? Will you also buy the ticket for €1, or is the free limited research enough for you? Share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments.

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Pokémon GO: Guide for Community Day in December – How to use the event properly

On Saturday, December 18, 2021, the huge December Community Day will start in Pokémon GO. This will last over two days and bring you some special features again. We at MeinMMO have looked at what you can expect from this event and show you how to make the most of it.

What kind of event is this? Every month a so-called Community Day takes place in Pokémon GO. Usually, a specific Pokémon is highlighted and spawns more frequently during the event. However, December holds a special feature for you, as this Community Day will be huge and brings you 25 monsters.

The selected Pokémon that you can catch on the two event days come from the Community Days of 2020 and 2021. You will encounter them either in the wild, in eggs, or through raids.

Community Day in December 2021 – Start Time and Bonuses

What? Huge Community Day in December
When? on December 18 and 19, 2021, each from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time
Pokémon of the Day? All monsters from the Community Days 2020/2021
Bonuses:
– Lures and Incense last for 3 hours
– half hatch distance for eggs placed in the incubator during the event
– double Stardust for catching
– double experience points (XP) for catching

special bonuses from December 17, 2021, at 7:00 PM to December 20, 2021, at 7:00 PM:
– 25% less Stardust cost when trading
– one additional special trade per day
– special field research (Reward: Mega Energy for Charizard, Beedrill, Gengar, Gyarados, Altaria)

In addition, starting on December 16, 2021, at 10 PM, you can increase your Pokémon and item bag space. The limit will be adjusted as follows:

  • Pokémon storage limit increases from 5,000 to 5,500 spaces
  • Item bag limit is adjusted from 4,000 to 4,500 spaces

From December 18, 2021, at 11:00 AM local time until December 20, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time, there will also be a limited research task awaiting you.

What is available in the in-game shop? Of course, the in-game shop also has a few things ready for you during this event. You can acquire the following items there:

All Spawns for Community Day December 2021

In addition to numerous bonuses, you can also look forward to various monsters during Community Day. You can encounter these in the wild, as well as in raids and eggs. Furthermore, you can secure certain event attacks by evolving the Pokémon.

All Spawns on the 1st Event Day

On December 18, the first day of Community Day, you can encounter the following spawns more frequently in the wild for 6 hours:

  • Machop
  • Roselia
  • Swablu
  • Goomy
  • Serperior
  • Darticuno

You can also encounter all the monsters in their shiny form. If you additionally use an incense or a lure, more specimens will be attracted.

All Spawns on the 2nd Event Day

And also on December 19, 2021, you have again from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM to go monster hunting. On this day, you will encounter the following monsters more frequently, which are also all available in shiny form:

  • Eevee (with Last Resort as Charged Attack)
  • Swablu
  • Shinx
  • Oshawott
  • Snivy

As on the first event day, it is also advisable to use an incense or a lure on this day to receive more spawns.

Pokémon GO Community Day December Wilderness
Wild Spawns for the C-Day

All Pokémon in Raids and Eggs

In addition to the various monsters you can encounter in the wild on these two days, you will also find a variety of Pokémon in eggs and raids. These are also available in their shiny form. We have compiled these for you below:

Pokémon in 2-km Eggs:

  • Charmander
  • Venipede
  • Abra
  • Drifloon
  • Rhyhorn
  • Magikarp
  • Porygon
  • Elekid
  • Magby
  • Samurott
  • Piplup
  • Budew

Pokémon in Raids:

  • Charmander
  • Venipede
  • Abra
  • Drifloon
  • Rhyhorn
  • Electabuzz
  • Magmar
  • Magikarp
  • Porygon
  • Samurott
  • Piplup

All Event Attacks at a Glance

If you evolve your monsters between December 17, 2021, at 7:00 PM and December 20, 2021, at 7:00 PM, they can learn the following attacks:

Evolved PokémonEvent Attack
CharizardFire Spin
BeedrillDrill Run
AlakazamCounter
MachampCounter
GengarShadow Punch
GyaradosWaterfall
VaporeonScald
JolteonThunder Cannon
FlareonBlast Burn
EspeonShadow Ball
UmbreonPsychic
LeafeonEnergy Ball
GlaceonWater Pulse
SylveonPsychic Shock
DragapultEnergy Ball
AltariaMoonblast
EmpoleonWater Cannon
LuxrayPsychocut
RoseradeEnergy Ball and Meteor Barrage Fire
FlygonEarth Power
RhyperiorRock Throw
ElectivireFlamethrower
MagmortarThunderbolt
Porygon-ZTriple Axel
SpiritombShadow Ball
SerperiorFlower Shield
IncineroarBlast Burn
SamurottWater Cannon
FletchinderIncinerate

Due to the multitude of Pokémon and event attacks, you should carefully consider which monsters you want to catch for Community Day. In the following article, we have summarized the best Pokémon for you.

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How to Make the Most of Community Day in December 2021

What preparations should you make? As with any other Community Day, you need to clear space in your Pokémon box beforehand to minimize the sorting you have to do during the event.

Additionally, you will need numerous balls to catch on this day. Gather these now by spinning at PokéStops or opening gifts. Through the current Christmas event, you can open up to 45 gifts a day. Make sure to take advantage of this, as it’s the easiest way to ensure you have balls.

Depending on how much and how actively you want to play, you should have at least 350 balls saved up for each day. This way you can start catching for a while without needing to immediately replenish your supply.

Which items are important for Community Day?

Unlike what you may be used to from regular C-Days, during this one, you will find not just one specific monster in the wild. You can potentially encounter up to 25 different Pokémon, which are available to you through Niantic in various ways.

Depending on which monsters you want to secure, you will need the corresponding items. In addition to the numerous balls for catching, it is also advisable to have incense and lures ready. You will need up to 2 of each per day.

Use these items

To get as many candies as possible, it is also advisable to have a supply of Nanab Berries. During the event, you will already receive double XP and double Stardust for catching Pokémon. You can further increase this by using Star Pieces and Lucky Eggs, each of which lasts for 30 minutes.

For raids, you should also have enough raid passes prepared. If you prefer to make use of the shorter hatch distance of the eggs, you should preferably hatch several eggs at once, which means you may need one or more incubators as well.

What is particularly worthwhile for Community Day?

During Community Day, you can encounter numerous strong monsters that are great for use in raids or the PvP league. Pokémon like Luxray and Flygon, for example, are amongst the best attackers in Pokémon GO.

Therefore, it is best to think ahead about which Pokémon you still need and which ones you want a strong specimen or candies for. It is also advisable to utilize the trading bonuses and actively trade Pokémon with your friends. This way, you also have the chance for a lucky Pokémon. The additional special trade you have daily can be optimally used for your lucky friends.

But you should also not overlook the other bonuses for the event. You will receive double Stardust and XP for catching monsters. Therefore, Community Day is the perfect opportunity to farm a lot of Stardust and XP.

And you should also take advantage of the reduced hatch distance. If you don’t want the event Pokémon from the 2-km eggs, you can instead opt for the 10- and 12-km eggs, which include some rare specimens. Which monsters you can currently find in the 12-km eggs have been summarized in another article.

Of course, shiny hunters will also find what they’re looking for during this event. Each of the Pokémon for Community Day is also available in their shiny form.

What do you think of the spawns and bonuses for Community Day? How do you prepare for the event? And what do you absolutely not want to miss on the C-Day? Feel free to share your opinion with us here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange views with other trainers about it.

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