Gamers want new graphics cards – But thousands are rotting in the warehouses of speculators

Many users want to buy a graphics card, but they are rarely available or just far too expensive. Now new numbers show that there are probably more than enough graphics cards – but they all end up with scalpers.

A scalper stands in his garage with boxes of graphics cards, grinning as he lists his offers on eBay. This image is likely to evoke disgust and horror among many gamers. And this image could haunt us for a while.

And now recent numbers show that more graphics cards are hitting the open market than we have seen in a long time. Yet many gamers are unaware of this, as the graphics cards are landing in the hands of speculators aiming for a fat profit and selling graphics cards for thousands of euros on eBay.

AMD and Nvidia sell more graphics cards than ever before

How successful are AMD and Nvidia? The two largest chip manufacturers for graphics cards, AMD and Nvidia, can look back on a stellar business year and have made more revenue than in a long time. This is shown by the numbers from Jon Peddie Research (via jonpeddie.com). This is a company that specializes in market analysis:

  • AMD and Nvidia sold more than 12.7 million graphics cards together in 2021. That’s about 1 million more than in 2020.
  • AMD sold 20.8% more graphics cards for desktop PCs compared to the previous year.
  • Nvidia sold even 27.1% more graphics cards compared to the previous year.

The numbers clearly show that there were more graphics cards on the market in 2021 than we have seen in a long time. While it was nearly impossible to deliver graphics cards at the end of 2020, the situation looks much better according to the numbers.

What is the situation for gamers? Many gamers are likely to be unaware of these records or just shake their heads. For many interested buyers, only two things are currently apparent when they want to buy a graphics card:

  • It is incredibly difficult to buy a graphics card through official channels.
  • It is nearly impossible to get a graphics card at the suggested retail price.

Some may then wonder: Where are all the graphics cards going if there are supposedly more than enough, and why haven’t I been able to buy one yet?

Many graphics cards end up with scalpers and miners – gamers have to pay heavily

Many users already know that graphics cards are completely bought up by scalpers and resellers just after their release. These “middlemen” resell the graphics cards at an exorbitant markup. Therefore, it’s no surprise for many users that many gamers have no chance of buying a graphics card.

Using bots and other technical means, scalpers snatch up the graphics cards as soon as they appear in stores at somewhat reasonable prices – only to be resold at high prices.

Even at this point, you can buy plenty of RTX 3080 and other GeForce graphics cards on various platforms – but you will pay double or even triple the suggested retail price.

What is the result of this situation? This almost absurd situation leads to many users, who want to upgrade their PC, either having to spend a fortune on a graphics card or simply not being able to buy one because many hope that the prices will drop again sometime.

Some users eventually get tired of it and bite the bullet, buying a graphics card for way too much money. However, miners are particularly among the main buyers of graphics cards, as mining is currently very profitable. The prices of cryptocurrencies are rising and many take the opportunity to build their mining farms. However, cryptocurrencies have been criticized for a while and there are considerations to ban them.

Meanwhile, miners have also discovered processors (CPUs) for themselves. Because with processors, you can also mine cryptocurrencies and this can be done with any reasonably decent CPU. Whether this new trend will negatively affect the costs of gaming processors is still unclear:

Crypto miners are now buying gaming processors because graphics cards are too expensive for them

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LoL: The top team in Europe is messing up badly in the transfer market – Selling off the stars

In League of Legends, Mihael “Mikyx” Mehle is the most successful supporter in recent years. The Slovenian has been a champion four times with G2 Esports and reached a World Championship final. However, for 2022, he is struggling to find a fitting team, although his transfer price has already been significantly reduced. The teams interested in him, the 23-year-old apparently does not find attractive. This is the low point of a poor transfer season for the LoL team G2 Esports.

Who is this?

  • Mikyx joined G2 Esports in November 2018 and was the main supporter for the team in the following three years. He won the LEC championship four times in 2019 and 2020. In 2019, he even reached the finals of the Worlds with G2 Esports.
  • However, in 2021, G2 Esports faced a break. The team sold their leader Perkz, played a minor role in the league, and failed to qualify for the World Championship. The team’s head announced a major overhaul: three players were to leave, including Mikyx.
  • Initially, Mikyx was to be sold for 1.5 million euros. But it seems the team miscalculated.
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Price drops from 1.5 million euros to $250,000 – Still no buyers

This is now the discussion about Mikyx: He has spoken on Twitter and said: He cannot find a team for Spring 2022 but will stream more often now.

What was the timeline? Clarification came from his boss at G2 Esports, Carlos “Ocelote” Rodriguez:

  • He said, originally, the buyout price for Mikyx was set at 1.5 million euros
  • At the beginning of November, the price was lowered to $500,000
  • In mid-November, the price was reduced to $250,000

Five teams from the West reached out – including teams from Europe. But Mikyx showed no interest in negotiating with them.

Therefore, no buyers could be found. The hope is now that Mikyx can be transferred to a new club in Summer 2022.

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What is the reaction? Mikyx says he was not communicated that he had five offers. He seems a little down. But Ocelote says they informed an agent about it.

The statements from Ocelote are receiving a lot of comments on Twitter:

  • Some say they find Ocelote’s openness great – every team should operate like this
  • Others say the Spanish CEO cannot be taken seriously. He acts like he’s playing “Football Manager”
Lol Rekkles sad
Star player Rekkles moves to the 2nd league in France.

G2 Esports replaces 3 star players with rather unknowns, ruining market value

What is happening at G2 Esports? Ocelote seems to have made a tactical error when he said after the bad year 2021 that a reorganization was planned. A leak quickly emerged that G2 Esports wanted to release and sell three of their highly decorated star players.

Apparently, they thought these were such superstars that top offers would surely roll in, but by announcing a restructuring and wanting to give these players away, they seemed to have ruined their market value.

It was clear that the players would not be playing for G2 in 2022 anymore. And why would someone spend a lot of money on a player who was deemed “too bad” for his current team?

It is now known that G2 is going to replace two of their “star players” with still largely unknown LoL players. For the top lane, they are bringing in the German player Broken Blade, who was last under contract with the bottom table Schalke 04.

The results of this transfer policy are devastating:

After having sold Perkz for a lot of money to the USA in 2021, the sales now seem to be quite a failure.

In any case, the situation in the LoL transfer market appears absurd, as some of the best players in the West cannot find a team for 2022:

Some of the best LoL professionals in the West are finding no job for 2022 – Because the teams are too greedy

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MMORPG on Steam is shutting down after 13 years, but a new team is set to revive it

Requiem is an MMORPG by Gravity, the developer of Ragnarok Online. It was released in 2008 and was later published on Steam. However, in 2021, the game servers will be shut down. Nevertheless, Gravity is already planning a re-release.

What will happen to Requiem? Requiem: Rise of the Reaver (formerly Requiem: Bloodymare) will soon be shut down. This was announced by the former producer of the game. The game has only been maintained by a single person in recent years and has received very few updates. The exact date of the shutdown has not yet been disclosed.

On Steam, Requiem recently peaked at 27 players. Of the 640 reviews, only 68% are positive.

However, the developer Gravity does not want the MMORPG to die. A new “Team Nightmare” has been formed. This team is to consist of several developers who will address old issues in the code and bugs, and also bring the economy into a more stable position. This is expected to take a few months.

Once that is accomplished, a new release of Requiem should take place. Afterwards, the team will even work on new content to expand the 13-year-old MMORPG. The community is to be heavily involved in this process.

You can watch the gameplay with the colleagues from MMOByte, who played Requiem in April 2021:

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Requiem is a horror MMORPG with special boss monsters

What kind of game is this? Requiem: Rise of the Reaver is a free-to-play MMORPG set in a very dark and creepy world. This world has been rendered nearly uninhabitable due to an incident.

In the world, you will encounter various monsters, including giant robots, flesh monsters, demons, and winged creatures that will beat you up with their babies. There are also the Nightmare creatures, powerful bosses that can appear in low-level areas at certain times.

  • In the game, you have access to 4 different playable races, each with 2 classes that further split into 2 specializations. In total, there are 16 classes.
  • The combat system is tab-targeting and rather slow-paced.
  • Everything feels somewhat brutal, and blood can be seen.
  • Graphically, however, the game has aged significantly.

In reviews, Requiem is particularly praised for having a horror aspect, setting it apart from other games in the genre. However, it faces heavy criticism for its very repetitive quests.

Moreover, there are frequent complaints that the MMORPG doesn’t start at all. This is likely one of the problems that “Team Nightmare” is set to look into in the future.

Who would be interested in a re-release? Requiem is aimed more at old school players who are also interested in a horror MMORPG. Most games in the genre tend to focus more on fantasy or sci-fi. If you find that interesting and were not put off by the MMOByte video, you should keep an eye on the re-release.

What do you think about Requiem? Is the re-release worth it, or do you shed no tears for the game?

Another MMORPG that was released in 2021 is doing very poorly. Here, a complete shutdown is looming:

New MMORPG celebrated release in 2021 after 7 years of development – But is already facing shutdown

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  1. Requiem

Pokémon GO: 4 new quests for the Dragon Event that you should not miss

In Pokémon GO the new Dragonspiral Descent event has started today and brings you 4 new event quests. We at MeinMMO have looked at what these new research tasks are and which ones are particularly worth it.

What kind of quests are there? In Pokémon GO you have the opportunity to receive quests by spinning the Photo Disc at the PokéStops. The field research of December offers numerous tasks for you.

Since the Dragonspiral Descent event is currently ongoing, Niantic has unlocked 4 more tasks for you. You can secure these at the PokéStops throughout the entire event period. However, you have unlimited time to complete the quests.

Once you have spun a task, you will find it in the field view, which you access by clicking on the binoculars. The event research is also marked with the word “Event”.

How long does the Dragon event last? The Dragonspiral Descent runs from December 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM until December 12, 2021, at 8:00 PM local time.

These are the 4 new quests for the Dragonspiral Descent

Just in time for the start of the Dragon event, you can look forward to 4 new quests that will reward you with very special encounters. We have summarized the new field research tasks using the overview from LeekDuck (via leekduck.com).

All the monsters that you can encounter in their shiny form have been marked with a (*).

TaskReward
Land 3 good Curveball throws in a rowEncounter with Dratini*
Win a raidEncounter with Kapuno*
Win a raid in under 60 secondsEncounter with Sniebel*
Win 3 raidsEncounter with Shardrago*

Are the new event quests worth it?

The rewards for the event quests in the Dragonspiral Descent are really worth it, and you should definitely take advantage of them. There are three interesting dragons you can encounter, and you should also secure the ice and dark Pokémon Sniebel. We’ll explain why these monsters are worth it.

Shardrago

The most interesting of the three dragon Pokémon is Shardrago. This Pokémon is debuting in Pokémon GO during the Dragonspiral Descent and is also available for the first time in its shiny form.

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Shardrago

The dragon Pokémon from the Unova region has no pre-evolution or evolution. Its attack, stamina, and defense stats are only average, so it will likely play a lesser role in raids and the PvP league.

Nevertheless, it’s worth securing one or two specimens for the Pokédex entry. And shiny hunters will also get their fill with Shardrago.

You can read more about Shardrago in our following article:

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Kapuno

Another interesting Pokémon you can receive as a reward is Kapuno. This dark and dragon-type monster also comes from the 5th generation and can evolve into Trikephalo via Duodino.

Kapuno

Kapuno belongs to the Pokémon that you encounter less frequently in the game. With a bit of luck, you might find a wild specimen in fog or windy weather. Alternatively, you can find it in eggs or rewards from the GO Battle League and special tasks. Currently, Kapuno is also available in the research breakthrough of December.

Even though Kapuno and its evolution don’t have the best stats, you should try to secure a strong specimen. Its final evolution, Trikephalo, is one of the best dark attackers in Pokémon GO. With a bit of luck, you may even encounter a shiny specimen.

Dratini

The third dragon Pokémon from the quest reward is Dratini. This monster from the 1st generation can evolve into Dragonair and then into Dragonite. While Dratini and Dragonair are rather uninteresting for raids and the PvP league, Dragonite can impress as one of the best attackers in the game.

Dratini

But you can also rely on Dragonite not only in raids. The dragon and flying-type monster also performs well in the Master League according to PvPoke (via pvpoke.com). So it’s also worth securing a strong specimen of Dratini. Of course, this Pokémon is also available in shiny form.

Sniebel

The ice and dark Pokémon Sniebel comes from the 2nd generation. With the help of 100 candies and a Sinnoh Stone, it can evolve into Snibunna. This monster can impress with a strong attack, making Snibunna one of the best ice and dark attackers in the game.

Pokémon-GO-Sniebel
Sniebel

If you’re looking for a strong ice and dark Pokémon, it’s worth taking advantage of the field research opportunities. Shiny hunters can also find what they’re looking for with Sniebel.

What do you think about the new field research tasks for the Dragonspiral Descent? Will you take advantage of them? And which of the monsters do you absolutely not want to miss? Feel free to leave your opinion in the comments here on MeinMMO.

In the coming weeks, there’s still a lot happening in Pokémon GO. We’ll show you all events in December and tell you which are especially worth it.

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CoD Vanguard shows Season 1 roadmap – With 5 new weapons and map classics

On the evening of December 8th, the first live season of Call of Duty: Vanguard officially starts, and now the contents are also known. Through a roadmap, the developers showed the new content, and MeinMMO presents you Season 1 in detail.

Call of Duty: Vanguard was released on November 5th and will be supplied with new, free content for a year. The shooter will launch a live season every 6 to 8 weeks – and now Season 1 is approaching.

Update from December 8, 2021: The patch notes for the start of CoD Vanguard Season 1 are now also known. MeinMMO has summarized them here for you:

CoD Vanguard: Season 1 starts today and brings several updates – Patch Notes

There are new contents for multiplayer, the zombie mode, and new weapons, equipment, and even perks. We show you what comes into the game with Season 1. We embed the roadmap here:

cod vanguard roadmap season 1

The schedule for Season 1 – When does it start?

You can already download the update for the new season, but the contents will only be available to you on December 8th at 6 PM. Thus, Season 1 officially begins only when the new map launches in the free battle royale Warzone:

  • Season 1 preload for Vanguard: Is online
  • Download size Vanguard: 9 to 10 GB
  • Start Season 1 Vanguard & Warzone: 12/08 at 6 PM

Until the full launch of Season 1, you can continue to play the pre-season content. The new battle pass will also go online on Wednesday evening. You can find more about the season process of Warzone here:

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Multiplayer: Season 1 brings 2 new maps at launch

What comes directly at launch? As soon as the first season goes live, 2 new maps will be available to you. One of them might be familiar to CoD veterans: Dome from CoD MW3 (2011) is being remade with a Pacific touch. The map is now called “Radar” and is supposed to offer fast battles.

  • New maps Season 1
    • Paradise – Medium size, 3-lane layout
    • Radar – Remake of “Dome” from CoD MW3

Additionally, there are 2 new gameplay perks and a new equipment toy available right at launch.

The perk “Serpentine” reduces your incoming damage by up to 25% when sprinting. “Intuition” is similar to “Alarmed”, but only shows nearby enemies, including through walls. The Incendiary Grenade functions like a mix of a smoke grenade and thermite:

  • Perk Serpentine – Battle Pass Level 21
  • Perk Intuition – Battle Pass Level 44
  • Incendiary Grenade – Battle Pass Level 39

A “new” mode is also coming to the game, but only during the first week of the season. With “Control”, a variant of the tactical “Search & Destroy” mode returns. Unlike the original, you have more respawns in “Control”, and attackers must try to complete two objectives within a given time.

What comes later in the season? Another map for multiplayer has been announced during the season.

Zombie mode: New tasks, but no Easter egg

What comes directly at launch? Unfortunately, not the expected big Easter egg with a comprehensive zombie story. The story will continue, but there apparently will only be one more part of the story and not the rest. Additionally, the new story fragment will also only come during the season and not at release.

More options for your zombie builds and loadouts are coming, as well as a new mission that you start via the portals:

  • New mission: Purge – Capture control runes
  • 14 new upgrades at the altar of pacts
    • Brimstone – Nearby enemies take damage
    • Deadshot – Strong headshot aim assist
    • Dead Wire – Stuns enemies
    • Scrapper – More scrap
    • Swift Vengeance – More damage while moving

Additionally, you can now bring the four throwables into the game via your loadouts, and there are new challenges with fresh rewards.

What comes later in the season? With “von List’s Office”, the story will continue, but apparently not be completed yet.

Furthermore, you will receive more powerful weapons to take down the zombie hordes:

  • Your artifacts can be strengthened with rituals
  • War Machine and Deathbringer as support killstreaks
  • More challenges and mechanics throughout the season

Among the other features is, for example, the pause function in solo mode.

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5 new weapons during Season 1

Which new weapons are there? A total of five new weapons are coming into the game during the season; three firearms and two melee weapons. For the first time, three of the weapons will be directly available from the battle pass, while two will come later:

  • Battle Pass weapons Season 1
    • Assault Rifle – Copper Carbine: Level 15
    • Sniper Rifle – Gorenko Anti-Tank Rifle: Level 31
    • Melee Weapon – Sawtooth: Level 37
  • Throughout the season
    • Melee Weapon – Katana
    • Submachine Gun – Welgun
cod vanguard season 1 new weapons

The Copper Carbine is an AR-like assault rifle with a high fire rate similar to the SMG, but with less range and more damage.

The Gorenko sniper offers the highest damage per shot after its introduction and is semi-automatic – but has a very strong recoil.

The Welgun is a balanced SMG and offers you good damage, range, and movement, without excelling in any of the areas.

That was the upcoming content for Season 1 in CoD: Vanguard. Part of the announcements is also a live event called “Festive Fervor”, which is meant to provide entertainment around the holidays. More information about this will be available later this month.

cod vanguard warzone event festive favor

In addition to the new features for Vanguard, the first joint season with Warzone is also starting. The battle royale is getting a new large map and is transitioning to Vanguard’s graphics engine.

If you want to get an impression of how the “new” Warzone looks after the big Pacific update, check this out: CoD Warzone: All information about the Pacific update – New map and graphics transition

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  1. Call of Duty

Successful MMO Myth of Empires has vanished from Steam – Developer comments

Myth of Empires has actually been available in Early Access on Steam since November 18 and has received positive feedback. However, it can no longer be found there. MeinMMO summarizes the situation for you.

What happened now? After the successful launch on Steam, the game disappeared a few days ago, as reported by players on the subreddit. (via reddit)

For 2 days, fans and players have been wondering why the survival MMO is no longer available. Since then, there has been wild speculation about what could be behind it.

Why was it removed? We have inquired with the responsible PR and will receive a statement in the coming hours. We will add it to this news as soon as it is available. Until then, we have to rely on some hints from the community.

Can I no longer play it? If you bought it, you can still play Myth of Empires. Only purchasing it is no longer possible.

Update, 10:02 AM: A statement has now appeared on the official Discord. It states:

A few days ago, Steam received allegations of alleged copyright infringements concerning Myth of Empires. In accordance with the DMCA and to free itself from liability, Steam has temporarily removed Myth of Empires from its store. Our development team hereby declares: Angela Game owns all rights and the property of Myth of Empires and will actively respond to any doubts or claims in this regard. We are in active contact with Steam and are doing our best to get the game back in the store. We apologize for the inconveniences caused to the players.

They will continue to work on new content and optimize the game to provide the best experience.

The statement confirms one of the rumors that had previously existed. A post in the Steam forums claimed to have found the reason in the Chinese forums.

Thus, Myth of Empires was removed from Steam because allegedly another MMO reported the game for copyright infringement and this is now being investigated. (via Steam Forum)

Myth of Empires is no longer on Steam – because of another MMO?

What is behind it? According to the post, it is the Chinese MMO Conqueror’s Blade. It also takes place in medieval China. However, players are puzzled by this supposed reasoning, as they see few similarities between the two games.

While Myth of Empires is seen as a survival MMO, Conqueror’s Blade mixes action MMO elements with the strategy elements of Total War and somewhat resembles For Honor.

Therefore, many fans have not believed that Conqueror’s Blade could be behind it, especially since there was no official reasoning from Steam as is usually the case. There were also further speculations on reddit.

There was even a rumor that cryptocurrency mining could be in the game. A reddit user writes that his graphics card and processor are at 100% while running the game, even when he has exited the game. (via reddit) This can be verified via the task manager, which other players confirm.

This has already been heavily doubted by players. One user writes: “There are a lot of people out there with outdated computers who reach these kinds of numbers in EVERY game, so the sudden attempt to say to them, ‘Oh, it’s a crypto miner,’ is absolute nonsense.” (via reddit)

The statement should now also defuse this rumor.

What is Myth of Empires actually? It is an open-world game for PC, aimed primarily at fans of sandbox survival games such as ARK or Conan Exiles. The combat system, however, is more reminiscent of hardcore games like Mordhau and Mount & Blade with its strategic approach.

The setting, where you create your character, resembles ancient China and is said by the developers to be “realistic and historical,” without many fantasy elements.

In the game, you will encounter the following features:

  • PvE and PvP modes
  • Large sieges
  • Free construction of areas with settlements and fortresses
  • NPC companions to assist you in combat
  • Detailed crafting system

You start your character in any area and get right to the first tasks. The tasks introduce you to the game and familiarize you with the various systems so you can gradually get into the gameplay.

The MMO was able to attract thousands of players in the first weeks and received numerous positive responses.

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Dead by Daylight: Players Demand Less Content, Want Something Completely Different

The community of Dead by Daylight is in agreement. They want a better game – and not just more content.

That the Dead by Daylight community is never really satisfied is now an old story. However, some topics keep resurfacing in the subreddit and the official forums. The developers should finally spend more time polishing the game and not rush from chapter to chapter. A demand that is once again becoming loud after the latest “Portrait of a Murder” chapter.

What is the problem with Dead by Daylight? This cannot be pinpointed to a single issue, but rather a whole range of difficulties are causing frustration. A brief summary of the community’s most pressing concerns is as follows:

  • Bugs in patches: New updates come with a multitude of new bugs that are only fixed after several weeks. The first 2 weeks after a patch are just annoying for many players.
  • Too much grind: The necessary grind to unlock all perks in Dead by Daylight is growing ever larger. Now you have to invest several hundred hours of gameplay if you want to have all perks on a character with a fresh account.
  • Useless perks: Many perks serve no real purpose or are so weak that they are hardly ever played. A major balance and function overhaul of all perks is needed.
  • Questionable matchmaking: The “skill-based matchmaking” causes dissatisfaction. It is too simplistic and does not capture many nuances of the game. It is based solely on the number of escaping survivors. This distorts the rating and leads to repeatedly questionable matches that frustrate both killers and survivors.
  • Boring killers: The Legion and the Twins are considered extremely boring and one-dimensional killers that only allow for one playstyle. A revamp is desired here.

However, it must also be noted that Dead by Daylight primarily thrives on new patches with new killers and fresh perks. This continually attracts new player highs – which is why the developers apparently stick to this approach.

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A new patch brings a lot of content – but also new bugs every time.

What does the community wish for? The wish of a large majority of players in the forum is clear. They want more time for bug fixes, problem-solving, and general quality control in Dead by Daylight. Less new content until the existing content is all in a better state.

A corresponding suggestion in the game’s subreddit has received over 1,600 upvotes, with a 98% approval rate – the players of Dead by Daylight rarely agree so clearly.

The collective wish: One or two new chapters should be skipped to focus entirely on improvements and revisions.

Why aren’t the developers doing that? Their annual plan shows that the developers do plan bug fix patches, but they do not deviate from their 3-month cycle. Many players now believe that this simply doesn’t work, as each patch only introduces further major bugs.

One of the biggest problems is probably that Dead by Daylight has – so far – remained virtually unchallenged. There are hardly any games with the asymmetrical “4 vs. 1” formula that have grown so much and survived over the past years. However, this could change in the foreseeable future, as several games with similar gameplay are currently in development. In particular, “VHS” looks enticing for the players of Dead by Daylight and could potentially outrun the horror game from Behavior in the long run.

Perhaps it is precisely this competition that ultimately prompts the developers to rethink and ensures that Dead by Daylight becomes significantly better. Because Dead by Daylight is already a pretty good game – but with more focus on the existing game and less on always new content, it could be even better.

Or how do you see it?

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Tomorrow the new map of CoD Warzone is coming – This will happen until the bang

On December 8, the new map for Battle Royale Warzone arrives. There will also be a graphics update. But what actually happens in Warzone until the big change? We at MeinMMO summarize the last days for you.

Update December 8 – 1:00 PM: Verdansk is gone, the Warzone servers are down. Here you will find the patch notes for the Pacific update.

Goodbye Verdansk, it was a great time.

Original Message: What is happening? Call of Duty: Warzone is undergoing a major change. The battle royale is the link between the annual CoD paid titles and benefits from live seasons and releases. With Vanguard , CoD 2021 is already on the market, but not much has changed in Warzone.

However, this will change on December 8. Warzone is getting a new map, the anti-cheat system “RICOCHET” is launching, and it will completely switch to Vanguard’s graphics engine.

But before that, 3 events are starting in Warzone and the playlists are already known. Here we show you an overview of what happens until the integration of Vanguard into Warzone.

Warzone with 3 Events in November

When will the changes occur? The new season and the Pacific update will start on December 8 at 6 PM. Season 1 for Vanguard starts then. However, Warzone will go into a 12-hour server downtime prior to this – here is the schedule:

  • December 8 at 6 AM – Server downtime & preload start
  • Pacific update start: December 8 at 6 PM
  • Caldera access with Vanguard: December 8 at 6 PM
  • Caldera access without Vanguard: December 9 at 6 PM

If you haven’t purchased Vanguard, you will only have access to the small map “Rebirth Island” from December 8 to December 9.

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What events will start by then? The Warzone calendar offers three events for November:

  • Operation Flashback – Since November 18
  • Secrets of the Pacific – Since November 24
  • Last Hours of Verdansk – Since December 6

All 3 events will be online until the server downtime on December 8 at 6 AM.

What is “Operation Flashback”? Since November 18, a game mode is available in Warzone that celebrates the highlights of the last 18 months since the release. You can relive many events, items, or occurrences since the launch of the battle royale:

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What is “Secrets of the Pacific”? Here you must gather information about Warzone’s new Pacific map and receive rewards in the form of cosmetics for doing so. This event does not have its own mode but influences gameplay in Warzone a bit. You should secure and hold artifacts, for example.

How to solve the event and receive all cosmetics, you can learn here:

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Caldera – the new map of Warzone

What is “Last Hours of Verdansk”? In this special game mode, only 100 people are in Verdansk. Planes regularly drop from the sky, at their crash sites you can start missions for lots of cash or loadout drops – because your loadouts cost 25,000 cash at the buy stations.

The finale is also a bit different. Instead of fighting until the last survivor, you must capture a point in one of the bunkers from Season 6. The last teams then fiercely fight for the underground flag.

If you participate in the event, you will receive an exclusive business card to say goodbye to Verdansk. If you manage a victory, there’s another card on top.

Warzone: Playlist until the transition

What does the playlist look like until then?

  • Start December 2
    • Battle Royale – Solo, Duo, Trio, 4-player
    • Operation: Flashback – 4-player
    • Blood Money – Trio
    • Iron Trials – Duo
  • Start December 6 – 7 PM
    • Last Hours of Verdansk – Trio

The final details regarding the transition from Warzone to Vanguard are still unclear. Especially regarding gameplay, there are still questions. However, we already know that there will be new planes.

Otherwise, it seems that more mechanics will remain in the game than previously thought. There will still be a heartbeat sensor and snapshot grenades available. The latest information about gameplay after the Pacific update can be found here: 5 upcoming gameplay changes in CoD Warzone that no one expected

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New World listens to its players, significantly weakens drastic changes to the equipment for 2022

The developers of New World announced a drastic change for 2022. After this, all equipment would scale with the new expertise system. As a result, a legendary item with an item level of 600 could suddenly become weaker. Now this change has been revised again and players are really satisfied with the new version.

What was originally announced? In the big December update, the watermark system will be revamped and replaced by the expertise. For 2022, the developers wanted to completely adapt the equipment system to expertise:

  • Expertise alone should determine the strength of the equipment
  • If you have an expertise of 520 but equip an item of level 550, it will automatically scale down to 520
  • Only through higher expertise, which you gain by grinding mobs or through the new gypsum system, should the character’s strength increase
  • This should prevent players from simply buying the best equipment at the trading post instead of grinding for it like everyone else

The announcement caused a shitstorm in the community, especially among crafters. They feared that they would become useless due to the change because they could craft whatever they wanted but still had to grind to benefit from the items.

New World Watermark
Next to your character, it will be displayed in purple numbers how high your expertise is with the equipment.

What is new now? On the night of December 7, the developers announced adjustments to the equipment system (via New World Forum). And they sound really good.

Although the equipment will still scale with expertise starting in 2022, there are exceptions where you will retain full strength. These are:

  • Every item you craft yourself
  • Every item you earn through quests
  • Every item you can buy from the faction vendor

Another change is the way of scaling. A mean value of the equipment and the expertise will now be generated. This means: If you have an item with an item level of 600 but only have an expertise of 500 yourself, the item will henceforth have an item level of 550.

In addition, the developers promised that players who already had stronger equipment before the update would retain that strength. This is intended to prevent players from feeling weaker due to the new update.

“This system is now a significant improvement over the current state”

How do players react to the announcement? The new adjustments to the expertise system are being very well received by the players.

Because the new system is more transparent than the old watermarks and offers new opportunities to specifically improve expertise through gypsum. Additionally, crafters are not penalized but rather favored to a certain extent, which creates positive vibes among these players.

At the same time, the actual goal of the change is still met. Players should not be able to simply buy the best equipment at the trading post but should work for their strength.

  • The reddit user Larkenx praises the change: “This is probably the best thing they have ever written in the forums, to be honest. Pretty big concessions regarding all the major pain points that people have raised. You definitely feel heard” (via reddit).
  • The user _ENERGYLEGS sees a big improvement in the new system: “Very good changes. I’m glad they listened. The new system is a significant improvement over the current watermark system, and the removal of it is a good thing for all players” (via reddit).
  • Mehjai is pleased that Amazon listens to the players: “I have quite criticized them, but this change is excellent and at least shows that they listen and have thought about it. They even admitted that they were wrong in the developer blog” (via reddit).
  • The user Soluss even apologizes to the developers: “Thank you Amazon Games. I was really angry about the change and did not hide that either. I honestly didn’t believe that you would listen to us and change your mind. You have shown today that you will do the right thing with major changes. For that, I want to praise you and apologize for the nonsense I said” (via New World Forum).

Gypsum costs will be significantly reduced

What else did the developers announce in the thread? In addition to adjustments to expertise, the new gypsum system was also discussed.

In the current version on the PTR, it costs 600 gold to create a gypsum cast of your equipment. If you want to raise your entire equipment from expertise 500 to 600, you need about 200,000 coins, in addition to the grind of materials.

These costs will now be drastically reduced. You will only pay 7.5 coins per gypsum cast. In the justification, it says that the developers do not want to impose another grind for coins on players at level 60 in addition to grinding for equipment.

In addition, the cooldown for earning gypsum has been reduced from 23 to 18 hours, giving players a better window for completing quests and daily faction missions. Additionally, the cooldown for crafting topaz gypsum has been reduced from weekly to daily.

What do you think of these changes? Do you find the new system to be successful or does it still bother you that equipment will now scale with expertise? Feel free to share it in the comments.

The preliminary patch notes for the upcoming update 1.2 have been summarized here for you: New World shows preliminary patch notes for Update 1.2 and much sounds really good.

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The best thing about the new Halo Infinite campaign unfortunately comes in 2022

After the multiplayer, the story campaign of Halo Infinite will also be released on December 8. While playing, MeinMMO author Tarek Zehrer noticed: It could provide one of the best co-op experiences in the Halo series. If the feature didn’t come until 2022. Why, you will learn in his report.

What is Halo Infinite? This is the latest installment in the Halo series and officially the sixth part after Halo 5: Guardians. Infinite has been in development for over 6 years and has been delayed multiple times. Now it finally continues, and players can once again don the armor of Master Chief.

What exactly could I play? Thanks to a preview build, I was able to play the campaign of Halo Infinite for a limited time. But that was enough to get me familiar with the basic mechanics of the new “Open World” of Halo Infinite. Yes, for those who didn’t know: Halo Infinite basically offers an open world.

It is not as open as, for example, in The Witcher 3 or other open-world giants but is divided into large hubs. However, these are quite large. Instead of mostly linear sections, as known from earlier Halo installments, this time there is a lot of space for exploration, shooting, and various side activities.

This game world is the largest and at the same time the most challenging new feature in Halo Infinite for me. After playing, I’m not entirely convinced, but I can already say one thing for sure: This campaign could only fully develop its potential with the co-op mode.

Huge Halo playground with all the freedoms

Once you get past the first, still quite linear missions, you will enter the first large hub. From then on, the game opens up, and it is more or less up to you what you tackle when and where.

Beside the main mission, there are various side activities you can pursue:

  • There are enemy strongholds that you can capture.
  • You can hunt high-ranking targets.
  • Throughout the game world, there are audiologs, weapons, and other items scattered.

For this, you now also have a large map available that shows you the various activities:

The structure of the open world, with all its activities and possibilities, is somewhat reminiscent of the second mission from the first Halo game. There, you drove around in the Warthog and had to destroy three Covenant towers.

The approach and order were completely up to the player, and the area was relatively large. This principle is followed throughout the Halo Infinite campaign.

If you now think of strongholds and other open-world games like Far Cry and are worried, just as I initially was: I can reassure you. Taking the first stronghold was a blast.

  • For example, in Far Cry, you basically need only a sniper rifle to easily take out the enemy’s downright stupid AI.
  • In Halo, however – even on normal difficulty – you can’t just blindly charge into a base/walk/fly in. Well, you could, but you will quickly realize that the enemies will make your life difficult.
  • Because the AI is at a very good level, and enemies react smartly to what you are doing. Nevertheless, with a bit of caution and the many options that the game world offers you: Taking down the base went quite well.

But while I played all this, including the first main mission, a thought kept recurring: This campaign could probably offer the best co-op campaign of all Halo installments. And that is the little but fine catch that remains in the back of my mind.

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A co-op would be the best in this campaign, but it won’t come until 2022

I don’t choose the word ‘playground’ randomly. The game world is exactly that: A sandbox.

Because with the absolute freedom, the gameplay flow, and the side activities, Halo Infinite is almost predestined for a co-op mode for me.

  • Thanks to grappling hooks, vehicles, and aircraft, you can move around quickly and can always jump directly into the next battle.
  • It would be even better if you could take at least one friend with you to venture out together.
  • I also have to praise the incredibly good gameplay flow of Halo Infinite, which is already a lot of fun in multiplayer. The campaign also has a really good gaming feel. It’s just fun to rush through the enemy masses as Master Chief and kick them with the huge selection of weapons.
  • The developers at 343 Industries have done an outstanding job in my opinion. It simply doesn’t get boring to play this game. Although the game world offers little variety and gives few reasons to explore aside from fights and side missions.

The possibilities to exploit this sandbox, to complete side missions together, and simply to cause all sorts of nonsense – yes, that would be a proper bonus.

Until now, it was tradition to have a co-op and even splitscreen mode available in a Halo right from the start. The major, sad exception is Halo Infinite. Although the co-op mode has already been confirmed, unfortunately, it will not be part of the game until May 2022. (via polygon.com)

This is almost the biggest catch for me in the Halo Infinite campaign. Because my buddy and I have basically celebrated every Halo release by playing through the story together. We now have to delay this tradition at least.

The campaign will certainly entertain well solo, but it seems like an essential part is missing that would significantly enhance it.

The new freedom works, but something is also missing

I’m not completely convinced by the new hub concept yet. Yes, the game world and its freedom mostly work.

Yes, I have plenty of fun, thanks to the gameplay, the enemies, and the way 343 has built the game world. Still, I miss some things that made Halo what it is.

In the sections I have been able to play so far, I have missed the memorable, truly epic moments from earlier campaigns.

Do you remember the end of Halo 3, where you escape in the Warthog from the exploding Halo ring? Or Halo 2, where you drive across the bridge in the Scorpion tank? Such wow moments are a bit lacking. However, there are now others when you pull off some crazy move in Halo Infinite.

But the locations seem less varied so far in contrast to earlier campaigns that send you from one interesting place to another.

However, the connection to the epic story is somewhat missing. Maybe it will improve throughout the campaign. Nevertheless, I look forward to playing through the story of Halo Infinite properly soon and finding out what awaits the Chief.

Because in terms of gameplay, Infinite is definitely one of the strongest Halos for me. The package will be truly complete when the co-op campaign finally comes next year. But what do you think? Do you miss the co-op campaign? Or does it not bother you to wait a bit longer?

If you want to know what’s happening around the Halo multiplayer: Recently, there was an incident in the subreddit, because after death threats, one of the largest forums for Halo Infinite was shut down for days.

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Pokémon GO: Today the Dragon Ladder descent begins – All bonuses and Shinys

In Pokémon GO the Dragon Spiral Descent event starts today, on December 7, 2021. We at MeinMMO have looked at which monsters and bonuses await you and show you which Shinies you can look forward to.

What kind of event is this? Those who know the white or black edition of Pokémon are probably familiar with the Dragon Spiral. It is a tower in the Unova region, home to the legendary monsters Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem.

But other monsters, like Shardrago, also call it home. In line with this Dragon Spiral, there will now be a similarly named event in Pokémon GO. The focus will be on one or another Dragon-type Pokémon, but you should also keep an eye out for other types (via pokemongolive.com).

When does the Dragon event take place? The Dragon Spiral Descent starts on December 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time. You will have until December 12, 2021, at 8:00 PM to take advantage of all the specifics of the event.

Dragon Event – All Spawns and Shinies

During the Dragon Spiral Descent event, you will encounter numerous monsters and Shinies again. The focus will primarily be on Fire, Electric, Ice, and Dragon-type Pokémon. Additionally, a new monster will make its debut in Pokémon GO. We will show you what spawns to expect.

The new Pokémon: Shardrago

For the first time, you will encounter the Dragon Pokémon Shardrago in Pokémon GO. The monster comes from the 5th generation and is said to be at home in the Dragon Spiral. It has no pre-evolution or evolution.

Shardrago (via pokemon.com)

You can recognize Shardrago by its cream-colored belly, blue body, and red head. Its shiny variant will also be catchable in the game. You can recognize it by its green body and yellow head. You can get Shardrago in level-3 raids and by completing special event quests.

What kind of monster Shardrago is and what it can do, we have summarized for you in the following article:

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All Spawns and Shinies for the Dragon Spiral Descent

In addition to Shardrago, you will certainly encounter more monsters. Niantic has adjusted the wild spawns and raids accordingly. Below we have summarized all Pokémon that you may encounter during the event. All that are also available in shiny form are marked with an (*).

Pokémon in the Wild: Throughout the event, the following monsters will spawn in the wild:

  • Vulpix*
  • Jurob*
  • Dratini*
  • Voltilamm*
  • Sniebel*
  • Knacklion*
  • Elezeba*
  • Flampion*

With some luck, you will also encounter the following wild monsters:

  • Dragonir
  • Vibrava
  • Kapuno*

Pokémon in Raids: Also, in the raids, one or other monster has taken a place. Keep an eye out for the following Pokémon:

RaidsPokémon
Level-1-RaidZapplardin
Lichtel
Petsnief*
Golbit
Kapuno*
Level-3-RaidElektek*
Magmar*
Lapras*
Dragoran
Shardrago*
Level-5-RaidReshiram*
Zekrom*
Mega-RaidMega-Stahlos*

Dragon Spiral Descent Event – All Bonuses

In addition to numerous monsters, you can also look forward to one or another bonus during the Dragon Spiral Descent. The following bonuses await you:

  • New collector challenge (Reward: 3,000 Stardust, 1,000 XP, and an encounter with Shardrago)
  • New event quests
    • Encounters with Dratini*, Sniebel*, Shardrago*, and Kapuno*
  • Event box in the in-game shop with 3 remote raid passes for 175 PokéCoins

What do you think about the spawns and bonuses for the Dragon event? Which monster are you most looking forward to? Feel free to share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss it with other trainers.

Not your thing? In a few days, the huge Community Day in December starts and brings you 25 Pokémon. We have looked into which monsters you can look forward to.

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Company brings bright orange PC case for self-assembly – Looks like a toy

Do computers always look gray and dull? A company is now showing that there is another way and presents a case in bright colors that you can assemble yourself like a construction kit. A YouTuber has tried out the case.

Here’s what it’s about: Gray, black, or even blacker. Computer cases have the reputation of offering little to the human eye. Often, the interior, like the graphics card or the fans, blinks like a billboard. A case that blinks or is at least colorful is rarely seen. Even more rarely are there graphics cards at an affordable price.

But now a manufacturer shows that it can be different. Teenage Engineering has introduced the case “computer-1,” which appears in bright orange and thus resembles more a construction site or warning signs than a gaming PC.

The YouTube channel “Hardware Canucks” has tried out the case and shows itself visibly pleased. The price of just under 190 euros seems high, but you get a high-quality case for your money, even if the assembly allows little room for error.

This is what the finished case looks like on the desk. In addition to the design, the bright orange stands out.

A cool but extremely compact PC case

Why is this something special? The special thing about this case is not only the color, but also the way the case is built. Because in the package, you only get the stamped plates, screws, and other accessories.

After that, you have to assemble the entire case yourself. This is reminiscent of construction kits from Fischertechnik or model building from Revell. However, one must be extremely careful during assembly, as the YouTuber explains. For if you bend a component the wrong way, it is difficult to reverse the error.

You can watch the entire review in the YouTube video from “Hardware Canucks.” We have embedded the English video here for you.

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“Hardware Canucks” tests the mini-ITX case from Teenage Engineering

Unsuitable for a gaming PC

The case is only conditionally suitable for a full-fledged gaming PC, the YouTuber explains. Because the case is only suitable for mini-ITX motherboards, and graphics cards must not be longer than 180 mm. Mini-ITX is a particularly small format for motherboards.

Many common graphics cards are significantly longer or require a lot of space due to their cooling. For example, the GeForce RTX 3060, the smallest RTX 3000 graphics card, already needs 242 mm in the case and would not fit. Tips and hints on what to look for when buying a case can be found with us on MeinMMO.

Inside the case, there is enough space for a processor with an extensive cooling solution. The YouTuber also explains that the temperatures in the case are surprisingly good. However, one must also note that he did not install a CPU with a fast GPU.

You can purchase the case directly from the manufacturer (via teenage.engineering), but as of now (December 6, 2021), the case is sold out.

What do you think about the case? Would it be something for you, and would you be excited about the assembly, or would it be nothing for you, and would you already be annoyed by the smallest screw that you have to mount in your PC? Discuss with us in the comments!

Are you looking for inspiration for a cool case? MeinMMO has presented an article with 7 PC cases that are guaranteed to make you envious. Many of the cases are inspired by popular games or movies. Maybe you will find inspiration for your upcoming build there.

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New anime MMORPG is starting beta soon and looks beautiful – But there is one concern

Noah’s Heart is a new MMORPG set to be released for Android, iOS, and PC. The visuals look really impressive in the first trailers. The first closed beta is scheduled to start in December. However, there is a big concern among the trailers, as the developer has a troubled past.

What kind of game is this? Noah’s Heart will be an anime MMORPG with a large, open game world. It is supposed to span an entire planet and have “no borders,” meaning, in this case, loading screens. The developers promise a variety of biomes including deserts, icy landscapes, meadows, and mountains.

Your character can be customized visually according to your wishes and is not bound to a class. Instead, you have the choice of 4 different weapons:

  • Sword and Shield
  • Dual Blade
  • Bow
  • Staff / Spear

However, you don’t have to specialize in one weapon, but should be able to constantly switch between them.

Another highlight is supposed to be the story, where every decision is meant to have consequences. For example, if you let an NPC die, you won’t see them again in the future. The game is supposed to offer different endings in quest lines, based on your choices.

Otherwise, there is still relatively little information about the game. The official website only features images of the 3 crafting disciplines: Tailoring, Blacksmith, and Cooking.

However, the graphics look really convincing. In a new trailer released on December 5, you can see many gameplay scenes that make a really nice impression. The game is being developed in Unreal Engine 4.

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What can you see in the video? In the video, you see the various biomes and, above all, different modes of transport, including a train, mounts, ships, motorcycles, and a combination of a Zeppelin and a helicopter. A grappling hook is also seen in another trailer.

Additionally, after the first approximately 50 seconds, there are some combat scenes against a large robot and other monsters to admire. Other players are also visible repeatedly. The developers emphasize that all content consists of in-game scenes.

Due to the promised variety in the story and graphics, we at MeinMMO compared the game in 2020 to a “Sword Art” MMORPG.

The developer is known for innovative ideas, but also for Pay2Win

Who is behind the game? The company behind Noah’s Heart is Archosaur Games, formerly known as Zulong. It is a Chinese company that has already brought the mobile MMORPG Dragon Raja to the West.

Dragon Raja is a modern MMORPG and also places a strong focus on the story. Here too, you could make various decisions. There were also dungeons, raids, PvP battlegrounds, and “hobbies” as a fun side mechanic. For example, you could become a journalist or a dancer.

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How is Dragon Raja received? Dragon Raja was well received in the West and is also part of our list of the best MMORPGs for Android and iOS. In the Play Store, it has 4.5 out of 5 stars, and in the App Store, even 4.7 out of 5.

However, many view the game as having a catch: Pay2Win. Because real money seems to play a role especially when you want to keep up in PvP. You can improve your equipment for real money, acquire better pets, sign up for an optional subscription, and buy season passes with bonuses in the game.

Some users on YouTube fear something similar for Noah’s Heart as well.

Noah’s Heart starts beta in December

What have the developers revealed about the beta? From December 20 to December 26, at 5:00 PM each day, Noah’s Heart will hold its first closed beta. You can register in advance on the website (via Noah’s Heart).

There are different options for registration, allowing you to sign up as a “normal player,” “guild leader,” or “content creator.” There is no guaranteed access through a paid package (such as founder packages).

When will Noah’s Heart be released? This is still not known. After the beta for Dragon Raja, however, it only took a few weeks until the release in the West.

It is still unclear when the game will be released on PC. It took about half a year for Dragon Raja.

What do you say about this new MMORPG? Are the visuals and gameplay appealing to you?

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Arcane: Which champions do you want to see in season 2?

Season 1 of the popular series Arcane is complete, but fans are already looking forward to the second season. Which characters from League of Legends would you like to see there?

The series Arcane, based on the MOBA LoL, hit Netflix like a bomb. Right at the release of the first episodes, positive reviews poured in. Even people who have nothing to do with the game were excited and wanted to know how the story of the two sisters Vi and Jinx would continue.

It was not surprising that Riot Games confirmed the work on the second season right after the first season ended. After all, the series quickly gathered many fans and even caused certain champions in LoL to be played more frequently.

However, very little is currently known about what will happen in the second season. There is only a cliffhanger at the end of the last episode and a short teaser that Riot released together with the announcement. Therefore, we also do not know which new champions from LoL will appear there.

But we do know exactly which ones we would like to see there. MeinMMO author Alexander Leitsch says:

One of the characters that would fit well is definitely Blitzcrank. The robot was created by Viktor, but the fame was stolen by someone else. This is also an important part of Viktor’s story.

Then there’s Ziggs. He is a Yordle and assistant to Heimerdinger in Zhaun in the comics. He also caused quite a bit of chaos together with Jinx when we look at LoL’s lore. He would fit perfectly into season 2.

Camille from Piltover would also be a fitting character because her family has made a lot of money with the hextech crystals, which was no insignificant part of the previous story.

When it comes to characters from outside, thanks to Mel’s mother, someone from Noxus would probably fit in. Well, and Warwick needs no explanation after the season finale.

Our editor-in-chief Leya Jankowski, who has written several enthusiastic reviews about Arcane, also has some characters she would like to see in the second season.

I have always been fascinated by Janna in the lore, which contrasts with her home Zhaun. The guardian resembles a deity hovering above the ground and smelling of a fresh breeze. In contrast, Zhaun is dirty and seedy. Moreover, Zhaun could really use the helping hand of its protector right now.

The pest rat Twitch was the reason I started with League of Legends. I thought the passionate connoisseur of trash and filth was so cool that he pulled me into the game. Only to miserably fail with him in-game. Nevertheless, I stayed with LoL and get excited every time I see Twitch in the game – to this day I love his design and his quotes. Seeing him in Arcane would be amazing.

But what about you? Which champions from LoL would you like to see in the second season?

Where is the survey tool? League of Legends has now been on the market for over 10 years and has an enormous number of characters. Over 150 different champions are battling each other in PvP matches, but certainly not all are suitable for the series.

So this is an open survey, and you can post your answers freely in the comments. You can think for yourself and decide which champions would enrich the next season of Arcane and make it more exciting.

So tell us: Which characters from LoL would be an asset for the second season? Would you like to see particularly exotic champions, or do you prefer the predominantly human cast of the first season? Is there a champion you would particularly like to see in the series? Or do you prefer to be surprised?

All characters from Arcane ranked – From unpopular to popular

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All new weapons from Fortnite Chapter 3 introduced – These are their strengths and weaknesses

In Fortnite, new weapons have been added to the loot pool thanks to Chapter 3. Since they did not exist before, we will show you on MeinMMO which weapons these are and what stats they can exhibit.

Where do the weapon stats come from? The information about the weapon values refers to the existing values that can be read from the weapons menu in the inventory. To gather all weapon stats, we created a custom map and collected all weapon values in Creative mode.

Update January 18, 2022: Since the update 19.10, some weapons have been balanced. Therefore, we have adjusted the list with the correct values.

These are all new weapons in Chapter 3 Season 1

Fortnite has added a new weapon for almost every weapon category. All old weapons have been moved to the vault. Therefore, you can expect seven new weapons on the new map:

  • Ranger Assault Rifle
  • Mk-7 Assault Rifle
  • Striker Shotgun
  • Automatic Shotgun
  • Hand Cannon
  • Stinger SMG
  • Lever Action Shotgun

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Ranger Assault Rifle

Fortnite Ranger Assault Rifle
Shooting slowly but accurately

What kind of weapon is this? This is an assault rifle that is effective at medium to long distances. The Ranger has a slow rate of fire, but makes up for it with high damage. However, you will struggle in close combat with this gun.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 30 – 36 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 2.7 – 2.2 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 25 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Effective at medium and long distances
  • Causes high damage with accuracy
  • Strong recoil
Contra
  • Slow rate of fire
  • Not usable in close combat

Mk-7 Assault Rifle

Fortnite MK-7 Assault Rifle
An assault rifle with high rate of fire and red dot sight

What kind of weapon is this? This is the first rifle in Fortnite that has a red dot sight. With this, you can switch to first-person mode when aiming to place your shots more accurately. Furthermore, the weapon has a high rate of fire and performs well at all distances.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 20 – 24 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 3.4 – 2.8 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 35 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Performs well at all distances
  • Very accurate with controllable recoil
  • Has a first-person mode in sight
Contra
  • Long reload time
  • Required to look down sights when aiming

Striker Shotgun

Fortnite STRIKER Shotgun
A devastating shotgun for close combat

What kind of weapon is this? Not quite as strong as the well-known pump shotgun, but still devastating is the Striker. It deals massive damage in close combat, but suffers at greater distances due to its wide spread.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 86.4 – 105.6 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 5.5 – 4.5 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 5 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • High damage in close combat
  • Fires faster than the known pump shotgun
Contra
  • Aggressive recoil
  • Long reload time

Automatic Shotgun

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An automatic shotgun

What kind of weapon is this? This is a fully automatic shotgun. It doesn’t fire as fast as the drum shotgun, but it compensates for that with significantly more damage. The special feature of this weapon is that when reloading, two shells are loaded into the magazine. This allows you to reload faster, despite the long reload time.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 75.6 – 92.4 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 6.2 – 5.1 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 8 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Fires quickly in succession
  • Loads two shells
  • As a fully automatic shotgun, it has high damage
Contra
  • Relatively slow reload time

Hand Cannon

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An aggressive pistol for medium distance

What kind of weapon is this? A new pistol focused on medium distance. The Hand Cannon has a heavy recoil but also more damage. It unleashes its true power when you fire focused single shots.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 25 – 29 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 1.54 – 1.33 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 15 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Effective at long and medium distances
  • In close combat, headshots are devastating
  • Large magazine
Contra
  • Heavy recoil

Stinger SMG

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A submachine gun that can shine at medium distance

What kind of weapon is this? Fortnite has had many SMGs, but the Stinger SMG stands out, as its name suggests. With its good range, it can excel not just at close range but also from a distance. With it, you can bring down any wall and surprise the enemy.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 16 – 20 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 2.7 – 2.2 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 30 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Covers short and medium distances
  • Large magazine
  • Breaks cover quicker
Contra
  • Slow reload time
  • Fires slower than the standard SMG

Lever Action Rifle

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A hunting rifle with impressive stats

What kind of weapon is this? This hunting rifle lives up to its name with its long-lasting capabilities. Unusually for snipers in Fortnite, this rifle has a magazine capacity of 3 shots. Additionally, with good accuracy, you will inflict fatal damage that sends any opponent to their demise.

Important weapon info:

  • Damage: 81.0 – 99.0 (depending on quality)
  • Reload time: 3.7 – 3.0 seconds (depending on quality)
  • Magazine size: 3 bullets

Where can you find it? Everywhere on the map, on the ground, in chests, and also in vaults.

Pro
  • Fast reload time for a sniper
  • High damage with accuracy
  • Large magazine – missed shots can be forgiven
Contra
  • Heavy recoil
  • Long wait time before the next shot can be fired
  • Wobbles when aiming after firing

Fortnite offers many new weapons in the new Chapter to try out. This list should give you a small overview of the options in battle. This way, you can better assess whether these weapons perfectly fit your playstyle.

Let us know in the comments what you think of the new weapons that Epic Games has brilliantly introduced in the new 3rd chapter.

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WoW: In Patch 9.2, the Terror Lords learn a really good trick

In Patch 9.2 of World of Warcraft, the Dreadlords are back in action. They have learned a thing or two by now – and are pulling everyone’s strings in a nasty way.

In Patch 9.2, the Dreadlords – the Nathrezim – are also in the mix again. After the heroes of Azeroth kicked their butts in Patch 9.1, they have a new trick up their sleeve – it’s pretty nasty, but also funny at the same time.

It works only because we are all absolute super-heroes, whom the Warcraft legends trust almost blindly.

Spoiler warning: This article covers parts of the story from Patch 9.2 in World of Warcraft. If you do not want to know about it, please do not continue reading.

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The Nathrezim and Lord Denathrius might be working on something bigger…

What happens in Patch 9.2? During the campaign of Patch 9.2, players arrive in Zereth Mortis. This is the legendary land with the Forge of the First. Here, all the realms of the afterlives were created. As players try to understand the land and its peculiarities to solve the puzzles, the Jailor is already set to put his plans into action and has sent his minions everywhere.

As is now customary, the player is the chosen champion, even foretold by a prophecy. Our character is quite an important hero and enjoys the corresponding respect from the high personalities in the Shadowlands.

However, the Dreadlords take advantage of this in Patch 9.2. Because while we are still stumbling somewhat aimlessly through Zereth Mortis trying to solve problems at every turn, there are always dissatisfied leaders among our ranks. They report that “we” have tampered with the protective mechanisms or lured allies into critical areas.

After a short time, it becomes clear: It was a Dreadlord who simply took on the form of your character. None other than Mal’Ganis pretended to be the great hero and deceived so many leaders. When he is ultimately found out, he even comments on it:

Surprised?
It was so easy to cause chaos. They follow you blindly.
They would die for ‘you’ without knowing who you truly are.
You are just a face and a name. The rest is without consequence.
If I had truly replaced you, would anyone have noticed?

Mal’Ganis in Patch 9.2 (via wowhead)

This leads for the first time to the role of the “great champion” actually bringing real disadvantages within the story. The Dreadlords exploiting the blind trust of all those characters shows for the first time that players are not only quite heroes – but at the same time represent one of the greatest dangers.

What are the Dreadlords? The Dreadlords were driving forces behind the conflicts in Warcraft III. These demons belonged to the Burning Legion and sought to sow chaos in the universe – or at least that was thought.

In Shadowlands, it was revealed that the Dreadlords actually descend from Lord Denathrius, who sent his servants to all corners of the cosmos. They are part of the Legion, but also among the Army of Light and other cosmic forces, manipulating the powerful from the shadows.

Furthermore, the Dreadlords are known for simply “replacing” some people and filling their positions to slowly but surely achieve their goals. This was already the case during the Scarlet Crusade, but it also occurred repeatedly in the expansion Legion – most recently even in the campaign of Patch 9.1.

What do you think of this questline? Is it cool that even the “champion status” can turn into a disadvantage?

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Should Battlefield 2042 remove the specialists and bring back the old classes?

Since the first announcement of the specialists, even before the release of Battlefield 2042, they have faced criticism. Many fans wish for the old classes from previous iterations to return. We at MeinMMO want to know from you: Should they be removed and replaced? Participate in our survey.

What is the problem with the specialists? The criticism of the specialists is diverse. For example, it is often mentioned that they reduce the immersion of the military shooter, rather than enhancing it.

The previous classes all had their specific roles and felt more realistic for many Battlefield players than the new system.

  • For many, the principle of Battlefield is to dive into battle as one of many “normal” soldiers, and not to embody some special character.
  • Since each class also had its own gadgets and weapons, players could immerse themselves even more in the role they wanted to play as a soldier. The new specialists hinder this because they offer too much freedom.
  • Some also criticize that the specialists actually only have a place in the Hazard Zone mode and are meant to boost skin sales to generate additional income.
  • Even in the beta, the appearance of the specialists was mocked because they look identical across factions.
  • Also, the innovative gadgets of many specialists no longer seem to have anything to do with Battlefield for some veterans.
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Now, more and more players find themselves wishing for their old classes back and would prefer to do without specialists. (via reddit)

We want to know from you now: Do you agree? Would you wish for the specialists to be removed from Battlefield 2042 and replaced with the old, traditional classes? Participate in our survey.

How you can vote: You can make your choice as always in the survey tool below. However, the vote cannot be undone once you have voted.

How do the specialists actually work? Basically, there is still the familiar class division in Battlefield 2042. However, there are some extensive changes and significantly fewer restrictions on your weapons.

For example, you can carry an LMG and a rocket launcher despite being a sniper specialist. Nevertheless, there is still a rough classification into classes, only now there are multiple specialists for each of these categories.

  • Assault Soldier – Mobile soldier for the front
  • Support – Support unit, also medic
  • Pioneer – Responsible for heavy equipment
  • Recon – Scouts out enemies or disrupts them

Each of the specialists also has its own gadget and design. This way, they stand out from each other and are meant to have their own identity. Additionally, each specialist has a backstory, so they should feel like their own persons.

If you want to know which specialists there are, you can read in our overview of the 10 specialists.

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Cleaning Simulator is 99% positive on Steam – Now has a co-op mode

Simulators are the genre where all sorts of quirky stuff is created. One of the stranger representatives is PowerWash Simulator, which has been available on Steam since May 2021. Now it has received a cooperative mode that excites players.

What kind of game is this? PowerWash Simulator was released in Early Access on Steam on May 19. There, you run your own pressure washing business and also do the corresponding work yourself. The goal is satisfied (and clean) customers.

In career mode, you are supposed to clean your neighborhood in ‘Muckingham’ while building up your cleaning empire. The better and faster you clean cars, house fronts, and more, the more points you get.

In challenge mode, you have to clean particularly quickly or accurately. Various ‘enemies’ like moss, mold, and graffiti present different challenges. The free mode lets you experiment as you like. You can customize your tools with cosmetics.

Since December 2, PowerWash Simulator also has a multiplayer mode in beta. With the free update, you can help a friend online in co-op or clean things in free mode with up to 6 players.

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‘I have no idea why this game is so relaxing and satisfying’

This is how well PowerWash Simulator is received: Since release, the simulator has 98% positive feedback out of 12,200 reviews, making it ‘extremely positive’ (via Steam). Recent reviews have improved even further, with 99%, as the co-op mode was a highly requested feature.

Many fans appreciate PowerWash Simulator for its relaxed gameplay. Although it is essentially work, many players use the simulator to unwind after work. The combination of simple gameplay and various challenges seems to be well received.

However, many fans cannot directly say what exactly makes PowerWash Simulator so exciting. From Ishtar on Steam, it is said:

I just paid €16 and sat at my computer for 2 hours at a sunny 24°C to ‘pressure wash’ a virtual garden… and I regret nothing!

Seriously: I have no idea why this game is so relaxing and satisfying – but it is.

The few negative criticisms the game receives mainly complain about a lack of variety. The well-known YouTuber Kalle Koschinsky says: ‘Where is the ‘game’ supposed to be relaxing? I just got frustrated.’ Even in positive reviews, fans explain that you shouldn’t expect too much – it’s just a cleaning simulation.

PowerWash Simulator costs €19.99 and is available on Steam. A version for Xbox and PlayStation is not yet in the works. The developers like the idea, as they say, but first want to see how the Early Access goes (via Twitter.com).

This is happening on Steam right now: Currently, there is a lot going on in the survival area on Steam. The 7-year-old hit The Forest has suddenly gained tens of thousands of players after the second part was announced. This is set to be released in May 2022 and is already creating a huge hype.

In addition, on Friday, December 3, the new game Icarus from the DayZ creator was launched. It has already excited many fans in beta but has also raised skeptics. According to them, DayZ is still not finished today, and they want to wait and see what happens with Icarus. Accordingly, the reviews look like this:

New survival game on Steam impresses with gameplay – but still receives a lot of criticism

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A character in CoD Vanguard is so broken that it crashes the game

Players who want to unlock everything in Call of Duty: Vanguard are also diligently collecting the operator skins. However, the skins of one operator are currently bugged – with annoying consequences. MeinMMO tells you which skins you should currently avoid.

In Call of Duty: Vanguard, there are several operators that can be unlocked. These not only allow you to personalize your character a bit, but you can also level them up. This unlocks new skins for the operator you’re using, which is particularly a unique feature in the MVP voting.

However, this feature has a frustrating bug since the release of CoD Vanguard. Players have discovered a temporary solution while the developers work on a long-term fix.

What is the problem? Some players of Call of Duty: Vanguard have had an annoying issue since launch: Their game crashes for no apparent reason. This crash occurs every time these players try to join a game.

Clever users on Reddit have discovered the reason for the crashes: The bug occurs for players using the unlockable skins of operator Daniel Yatsu. (via reddit)

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The alternative skins of this operator cause problems

Developers are aware of the problem, players are circumventing it

What is the solution? Until the problem is fixed by the developers, you should avoid using the alternative skins of Daniel Yatsu. However, if you still want to use him, you can use his default skin. The game does not crash with that one.

This is particularly important for those who want to level up Daniel’s favorite weapon – the M1 Garand – faster.

How are the developers reacting? Sledgehammer Games, the developers of CoD Vanguard, are already aware of this problem. On Twitter, they advise players not to touch Daniel’s alternative operator skins for now:

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Until developers fix the issue with a patch, you should avoid operator Daniel Yatsu – or at least his alternative skins.

If you want to know what huge changes you can expect in Call of Duty: Warzone this week, we recommend our article:

The new map arrives in CoD Warzone on Wednesday – Here’s what you should know now

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Destiny 2 improves exotic ornaments, makes looking good easier now

Tomorrow there will be major changes in Destiny 2. With the 30th Anniversary Bungie Package, new content and changes are coming to the game. The quality-of-life adjustments have been received very positively, as they also include changes to the purchasing system for exotic ornaments, making it easier to achieve a good appearance in the future.

For Destiny 2 players, appearance has always been important. With the transmog system, players already have an overview of all legendary armor ornaments available to them. However, it has not been so easy with exotic ornaments.

This is how the system has worked so far: Exotic ornaments have previously been viewable through Eververse, the Destiny 2 in-game shop, and the collection. Players regularly checked the rotation in the Eververse shop to see if the desired exo ornament might be on offer there.

The chrome ornament of the Vex Mythoclast is highly sought after by players.

Now, Bungie has been looking for a way to improve this experience and make the purchase of exotic ornaments more practical for players.

Changes starting December 7: With the update tomorrow, Tuesday at 6:00 PM, it will be easier for players to find exotic ornaments for certain weapons and armor. This will also allow players to quickly see which ornaments they own and which ones are still missing for a specific item.

  • The classic method of searching for exo ornaments in Eververse will remain.
  • Exotic items can be specifically inspected for ornaments through the character menu.
  • All currently available exotic ornaments in the Eververse archive will be considered.
  • There will be a silver and (if available) bright dust purchase option for exotic ornaments.

This is how you find the new exo ornament overview: When you select and inspect an exotic weapon, just click on weapon cosmetics. For armor pieces, you will find this either in the view of the armor itself or through the Guardian Appearance screen. 

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This is the new overview in the item menu for exotic ornaments.

The long browsing in Eververse is no longer necessary: Thanks to the change, players are no longer so dependent on Eververse. It is enough to directly inspect the favorite item to see what would fit well with the outfit or which exotic ornament they would still like to have.

Direct purchase through the character menu is also possible: If the exotic ornament is offered for bright dust in a specific week through the character screen, players can purchase it directly. Otherwise, the ornaments can be bought for silver.

Will all ornaments then be available? After the announcement of this improvement, players have wondered whether they will finally have access to all ornaments. Especially, players have long desired the exotic chrome ornament “The Unseen Story” for the Vex Mythoclast or “Patient Zero” for the pulse rifle Perfected Outbreak. Specifically, these ornaments have not been available or have not been permanently in the Eververse shop archive.

Bungie’s community manager dmg04 responded to this in a reddit thread:

At this time, only ornaments that are available in Eververse can be seen on weapons. We have many ornaments in the archive area, but still need to bring some in. Currently, I have no additional information on this, but I hope to provide updates when it becomes possible.

As of now, it is still not possible to see and thus also purchase all exotic ornaments in the character menu.

The community chose the latest ornament themselves: In the upcoming seasons, there will again be new ornaments. However, these are usually still unknown and determined by Bungie. This is different for the exotic bow Le Monarque.

Bungie had asked the community to vote on which weapon (from a provided selection) should receive an ornament. The players overwhelmingly chose the exotic bow Le Monarque.

Bungie then designed this ornament for the exotic bow and presented it to the community in the TWaB (This Week at Bungie Blog).

The new ornament for the exotic bow “Le Monarque”.

If you log into Destiny 2 tomorrow evening after the update, you can directly inspect the “Le Monarque” bow, switch to the ornaments, and view and purchase the new ornament there. It is not yet known whether it will be available for bright dust or silver.

What do you think of this adjustment to the armor and ornament system? Is this a good quality-of-life solution or were you satisfied with the old system?

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