The Hack’n Slay Path of Exile will remove five-year-old content from the game with the next patch. It is said to have become outdated and boring. In the MMO shooter Destiny 2, removing content regularly leads to criticism, but with the Hack’n Slay, the removal of the expansion has caused general jubilation. What is going on?
According to Bungie, this has to be done. Because no Destiny 3 is coming, Destiny 2 would otherwise become too large and exceed limits. The online shooter was not designed to be developed and grow for over 4 years.
The loss of content annoys many players in Destiny 2, as they say: They have paid for the content, but can no longer play it. Moreover, the story is no longer comprehensible.
This is happening now with Path of Exile: With patch 3.17.0 in January 2022, the systems of the “Prophecy” expansion will be removed from the game. It is said that the 2016 expansion now feels “outdated” and has been overtaken by new expansions.
What does Path of Exile do better? Path of Exile doesn’t just remove content, but sorts it out.
A whole range of unique items is now considered “not exciting anymore” and will be completely removed from the game.
Other items are distributed differently and players can acquire them in other ways.
What is the reaction? Unlike Destiny 2, the reaction to the change is mostly positive. Players seem to agree with the developer team that much of the expansion was now boring. Therefore, players are happy not to have to deal with the mechanics of the expansion anymore.
People are already considering which annoying mechanics they would like to get rid of next.
Soon, we will see the duel of Diablo 4 vs. Path of Exile 2
What’s behind this: In Destiny 2, it seems that content is being taken out of the game “as a whole”: This creates huge gaps in the story. But Bungie seems not to be bothered by this. Path of Exile takes a more nuanced approach. It “retains” the good aspects of the old expansion.
Moreover, there is obviously a significant difference whether the developers_remove only systems or story content from a game. Whether a free-to-play game removes free content or whether content is taken out that had to be bought previously as DLC for money is apparently also relevant for many.
The systems in Path of Exile are closely related to the concept of “parasitic systems”: When a game adds so many new systems over the years that can enhance a character, some of them can become annoying.
Icarus is a new survival game that you can play solo or in coop on Steam. It was released on December 3rd and has received mixed reviews on Steam so far. While the gameplay is well-received, pretty much the rest is criticized.
What kind of game is it? In Icarus, you are part of a crew exploring new planets. You start at a space station and complete various missions that vary in length. A mission can take 10 minutes, but it can also last up to 48 hours of real playtime. You can complete these missions alone or with players in coop.
You will face numerous dangers on the alien planet, including:
Wild animals that can hunt you and even poison you with bites.
Random world events that make your life difficult.
Hunger, thirst, and oxygen, which you must constantly keep track of, as the air of the planet is toxic
Icarus offers a diverse skill and tech system for your survival. You are expected to utilize your skills in countless combinations and have a lot of room for experimentation.
Out of 4,400 votes, only 55% are positive. While there is a lot of praise for the gameplay, players are bothered by bugs, performance issues, and even placeholder texts from beta.
At its peak, 47,370 players have played simultaneously. This number could be broken again today on Sunday.
Icarus feels more like an “Early Access” title
What do players say about Icarus? The general consensus in the reviews is that while Icarus shows many good approaches, it feels more like a game in Early Access. For example, the user Joe from Colorado writes after 15 hours of playtime (via Steam):
This is an early access title being marketed as a “full version” with bugs from previous betas still present, and features in the crafting menu labeled as “coming soon.” The performance is nowhere near optimized (as it should be for a full-fledged game). […].
To the developers: I appreciate the effort you’ve put into this game so far, and I admit it’s a fun game. It’s not your fault; the project leaders have left you in the lurch and rushed it out for the Christmas sale. It’s a shame they are releasing the game as a full version.
Many opinions of players, whether the review is positive or negative, read similarly to this review. Because there is praise for almost all aspects of the gameplay, including:
The diverse missions that must be completed within a fixed time
There is a lot to collect and craft
The various skill and crafting trees are said to be very extensive, requiring real decision-making
The need to search for food and water is said to be present but not so excessive that you live in constant fear
The graphics are generally well-received
Criticism, on the other hand, is given for:
Performance issues and FPS drops
A very slow download time
Problems and disconnections when playing with other players
Mobs are said to have unusual pathing and can walk up mountains at a 90-degree angle
The housing is said to still offer too few meaningful functions beyond workbenches
Another point of criticism lies in the endgame, which some beta players say can become quite repetitive. Steam user Würger criticizes this in his review but also states that the criticisms are too harsh (via Steam):
To be honest, I was very critical of the game after I completed the first (very pleasant) 10-20 hours of gameplay (in the beta). As I approached the 40th to 50th hour as a pure solo player, I began to feel the repetitions of the gameplay mechanics (having to rebuild everything from scratch repeatedly).
What I want to say is that I am certainly no fanboy. But these very negative reactions towards the game are not fair. It is not a bad game. It does have some weaknesses. Some of them are even so profound that I am unsure if the developers really want to improve them, as that would require a lot of work. But anyway, the game does not deserve to receive so many negative reviews […].
I would advise fans of the genre to maybe wait 2-3 months and then buy the base version.
Who is Icarus interesting for? Icarus is not a survival game where you stay in one place for a long time and build a base, like in Rust or Ark. You get a specific mission, complete it within a given time, and then return to the space station.
This results in a certain gameplay loop that you always experience, including building your own base. This is more akin to strategy games than classic survival games. In doing so, you always unlock new technologies and skills, which can feel rewarding.
However, it seems that Icarus is still in an unfinished state, as almost all reviews confirm.
Many reviews recommend “The Forest” as an alternative to Icarus. It is currently experiencing a resurgence:
The MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is almost 10 years old, but it is experiencing unprecedented hype in 2021. With the new expansion Endwalker, player numbers on Steam explode in December: With over 94,000 simultaneous active players, a new record has been set. That is more than double the peak players from the previous month.
What is happening with Final Fantasy XIV on Steam?
Player numbers on Steam saw a surge in the summer: In July 2021, the hype around Final Fantasy XIV began, when major Twitch streamers like Asmongold turned away from World of Warcraft and switched to Final Fantasy XIV – in July 2021, the average number of players on Steam increased by 58.8 %.
From September onwards, the hype leveled off a bit. This was surely also due to the release of the MMORPG New World. But now in December 2021, the big expansion “Endwalker” is approaching. It is not out yet, but pre-order customers have been able to play since Friday, December 3rd.
With 94,414 players, Final Fantasy XIV has broken the record for simultaneous active players. A month earlier, the peak was “only” 42,433 players on Steam, less than half.
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Everything you need to know about Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker in 3 minutes
Dhe amazing thing about this record: At the moment, this is just a preview, because not everyone can enjoy Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker yet, only the pre-order customers.
The real rush for the game begins on Tuesday, December 7th. Then we can expect that the player count of Final Fantasy XIV will experience another increase.
Final Fantasy XIV is at its “hardware” limit – Long queues
What effects does the hype have? As Final Fantasy XIV announces today, the enormous rush for the early access of Endwalker has led to an overload of the service. It is said that there are queues everywhere, and they are only being reduced slowly.
The login attempts for Final Fantasy XIV are at their “hardware” limit, especially during peak times.
The peak times for Europe are stated as 12:00 to 24:00, at least on weekends.
New record for Final Fantasy XIV on Steam.
Director apologizes for overload, promises 7 free days
Final Fantasy XIV says: Every player who has a full version and a subscription of Final Fantasy XIV will receive 7 free days. They might even increase the number of free days. This is shared by the Director of Final Fantasy XIV, Naoki Yoshida, via a blog post on Sunday, December 5th.
Yoshida apologizes for the “inconveniences” that have arisen for the players. It is said that they are doing everything possible to improve the situation.
Yoshida also points out that those who watch the end credits should move the mouse or press a key occasionally, otherwise they risk an automatic log-out.
Yoshida refutes reports that one can escape an “auto-log-out” due to AFK in Final Fantasy XIV by dancing or hitting a dummy. According to Yoshida, that is not enough to circumvent the mechanic. He considers such statements to be “rumors.”
The streamer Guy “DrDisrespect” Beahm is still suffering from the effects of the Twitch ban in 2021. He was nominated for an award as “Streamer of the Year 2021”, but was cut from the award ceremony. Now he is hurt. He says he doesn’t want to know anything about the “Esports Awards” anymore. He had been an important part of the award in recent years.
Which award was it about?
In addition to “The Game Awards” by Geoff Keighley, there are the “Esports Awards”. The show took place on November 20, 2021. The award has a strong focus on esports and content creation. Many awards go year after year to the scenes around League of Legends and CS:GO.
12 streamers were nominated for the “Streamer of the Year 2021” award, including the likes of XQc, Valkyrae, Summit1g, CouRage, Shroud, and of course DrDisrespect.
DrDisrespect is no longer allowed to be seen on Twitch – Has the award ruined him
What was special about DrDisrespect? During the presentation, the streamers were shown personally with their faces and how they stream.
In DrDisrespect’s case, the streamer himself was not shown, only his gameplay.
This stood out particularly in the show because the streamers before and after DrDisrespect were personally the focus of their introduction clips, while in DrDisrespect’s case, the star of the clip seems to be a sniper rifle:
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Anyone who interacts with DrDisrespect in their own stream and shows him or lets him speak can also be banned from Twitch. The rule has often been criticized as “excessive”, but Twitch even intensified it in September 2020.
Since the Esports Awards were broadcast live on Twitch, the team apparently decided not to show DrDisrespect’s face.
How it used to be: At previous Esports Awards ceremonies, DrDisrespect was consistently one of the most important figures during the shows. The two-meter man sat in the audience, received awards, and gave speeches. He was a constant focal point of the show for years (via youtube).
In 2017, DrDisrespect still gave interviews at the Esports Awards – he was an important part of the award.
DrDisrespect makes it clear: Awards have lost credibility
This is how DrDisrespect reacts: He has cut all contact with the Esports Awards and says he doesn’t want anything to do with the show anymore. They should not mention him on social media and completely leave him out of everything.
He says he had a good run with the awards for years, but they have now lost all credibility.
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DrDisrespect seems honestly disappointed. The consequences of the Twitch ban seem to weigh on him.
This is how the Esports Awards react: They say that for them, Doc is the greatest. He has raised the bar for streamers so high. DrDisrespect’s decision to end all relation with the award would affect them.
It is known that the usually cool and strong DrDisrespect still has major problems coping with the Twitch ban:
Guild Wars 2 is getting 16 new legendary weapons with the new expansion End of Dragons. They looked really boring in a teaser. But with a brilliant trick, the developers made the weapons interesting with little effort. And that is really well received by the players.
What kind of weapons are these? The new legendary weapons from the End of Dragons expansion all have the same style. They all revolve around the elder dragon Aurene and therefore have a very similar appearance. This includes things like the crystal structure and the prismatic glow.
These weapons were received very poorly by the players, because Guild Wars 2 is actually known for very creative legendary weapons.
For example, there is a scepter with a pet accompanying you, a powerful weapon that changes its appearance based on day or night, or a shield that is like an aquarium.
The legendary shield Shuushadoo contains a Quaggan in a glass.
But now the developers have revealed new details about the weapons. Each weapon comes in 6 versions. Each of these versions has a different color and is associated with a different elder dragon. Moreover, each weapon only needs to be crafted once, and each color is also tied to a new story.
96 instead of 16 new weapons
How does it work exactly? If you craft one of the new legendary weapons, you first receive the prismatic version associated with the dragon Aurene. But because it is the prism, you can also craft the colors of the elder dragons you have defeated so far. Thus, 16 legendaries will now total 96 weapons.
At the release of the expansion, there will initially only be the version from Aurene. The other 5 versions will be added to the game after the release.
The developers presented how the variants look using the greatsword:
Aurene
Primordus
Jormag
Kralkatorrik
Mordremoth
Zhaitan
What do the legendary weapons offer? Each of the new legendary weapons offers the following features:
A finishing blow corresponding to the respective elder dragon (for Aurene, a rainbow that strikes from above and leaves a crater with prisms)
Unique footprints
Additionally, like any other legendary weapon, you can change the appearance, stats, sigils, and runes anytime.
How do you obtain the weapons? The new legendaries will require a precursor again, which you can craft. In the end, to build the finished weapon, you need to visit a Mystic Forge.
However, you shouldn’t have to build a new weapon for each skin. The precursor is sufficient just once. Specific details on how to obtain the individual skins will be shared in the future.
What is special about the legendaries from End of Dragons is that you can sell them on the Trading Post, just like the 1st generation. The weapons from the Heart of Thorns expansion, however, will remain unsellable.
Will there be underwater legendaries? No. Since only 16 legendary weapons are coming to the game, the 3 underwater weapons will again be left out.
Players celebrate the idea for the new legendaries
How do players react to the change? While the legendary weapons created many negative reactions upon the announcement of End of Dragons, players are very satisfied with the different colorations and the adapted animations:
MovieTrailerReply writes in reddit: “I have to say: I love this decision. It makes me much more curious about the new legendaries. I can’t wait to unlock the Destroyer variant.”
Triddy was one of the critics of the legendary weapons (via reddit): “I was very critical of the legendaries. I will admit and publicly say that my opinion has been turned 180 degrees. Provided that “in the future” is not in the timeline of the legendary armor [Note: From the announcement to the release, it took over 2 years for legendary armor].”
FracOMac is particularly excited about the finishing blows: “This completely changes my opinion about the set of weapons. I am especially looking forward to the on-kills effects that have already been mentioned” (via reddit).
When will the weapons be released? The weapons will be released together with the new expansion End of Dragons in February 2022. This will also bring new areas, new elite specializations, and the fishing feature.
Lastly, the new mount, the Siege Turtle, also brought a lot of fun and excitement:
In Pokémon GO, there is a Stardust Challenge. We will show you all the tasks and rewards and give tips on how to earn Stardust quickly.
What type of challenge is this? With the start of the new season of origin in December, Pokémon GO launched a Stardust Challenge for you. Each player has their own challenge, but everyone has the same tasks.
By earning Stardust step by step, you will receive rewards such as a Kapuno hat/mask. We will show you all 15 tasks and rewards and explain how to complete the challenge quickly.
Stardust Challenge – 15 Rewards
Task
Reward
Earn a total of 500 Stardust
10 Poké Balls
Earn a total of 1,000 Stardust (500 at this level)
10 Himmih Berries
Earn a total of 3,000 Stardust (2,000 at this level)
Encounter with Rihorn
Earn a total of 6,000 Stardust (3,000 at this level)
15 Sanana Berries
Earn a total of 10,000 Stardust (4,000 at this level)
Encounter with Onix
Earn a total of 15,000 Stardust (5,000 at this level)
25 Poké Balls
Earn a total of 20,000 Stardust (5,000 at this level)
15 Nanab Berries
Earn a total of 30,000 Stardust (10,000 at this level)
Encounter with Sterndu
Earn a total of 40,000 Stardust (10,000 at this level)
20 Great Balls
Earn a total of 50,000 Stardust (10,000 at this level)
Earn a total of 60,000 Stardust (10,000 at this level)
Encounter with Alolan Exeggutor
Earn a total of 70,000 Stardust (10,000 at this level)
25 Ultra Balls
Earn a total of 85,000 Stardust (15,000 at this level)
Encounter with Kapuno
Earn a total of 100,000 Stardust (15,000 at this level)
5,000 XP
Earn a total of 120,000 Stardust (20,000 at this level)
1 Lucky Egg and a Kapuno hat
You have until the end of December to complete it. Consider that the Stardust requirements count as “Total”. By step 7, you should have earned a total of 20,000 Stardust. From the previous steps, you have already collected 15,000 Stardust, so for step 7, you only need to earn an additional 5,000 Stardust.
In Pokémon GO, there are various ways to earn Stardust easily. For those of you who want to complete the challenge faster, we provide a few tips here.
1. An obvious tip: Use Stardust Pieces. When you activate the items, you earn 50% more Stardust as long as the Stardust Piece is active. You can buy such items in the shop or earn them through special research like “Unleashed Mischief”.
2. Catch a lot of Pokémon! Focus on the Pokémon you can catch easily and quickly without having to use multiple balls per Pokémon. Pokémon with weather boosts give extra Stardust when caught.
4. Pay attention to events: Often, events in Pokémon GO come with Stardust bonuses. If you take good advantage of these events, it can give you a strong boost for your challenge.
5. Be mindful of which Pokémon you catch. There are certain specimens in Pokémon GO that give you more Stardust when caught than others. Zobiris and Mauzi are both among these special monsters. Additionally, catching evolved monsters gives you more Stardust than catching monsters in their base form.
Xur is the most mysterious vendor in Destiny 2. Next week the new dungeon “Sog der Habsucht” starts, and it looks like we will also encounter Xur more often in the new activities starting in December. It is high time to unveil the mystery surrounding his person a little.
Xur helps players in Destiny 2 every week to expand their collection of Exotics. He is also one of the strangest vendors. The official agent of the Nine has tentacles growing from his face and speaks in riddles. Those who take the time to listen leave with even more questions.
Over time, Xur has told a lot, almost unnoticed. Although he struggles to remember, players believe he reveals a lot in the process. His statements are both strange and peculiar:
“You have made the necessary adjustments to promote organic life.”
“You have fought against everything else that has entered this realm. Will you fight a planet?”
“The Eye of the Nine is still watching. If you are here, it means the Nine are not done with you yet.”
Is the new dungeon Xur’s hideout? It is time for us to get to know Xur better. He is not just an NPC who sells some items on weekends. Players have long wondered where Xur takes all the fragments and strange coins. To the Nine? Or will we get a glimpse into his world in the new dungeon “Sog der Habsucht”? There are countless treasures and thousands of coins stored there. Perhaps strange coins? The fact is, Xur is already expecting us there.
There is plenty of reason to uncover a few things before the new activities start on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Because Xur’s story is fascinating, and perhaps his future is as well. Here are his 5 most interesting secrets.
Here you can see Xur’s reflection in a mysterious treasure cave.
Rank 5. Xur is actually the “Agent of the Five”
The Nine are sentient beings in Destiny 2 that consist of dark matter. Xur’s dealings in Destiny 2 are significantly influenced by them. However, even though he always refers to “the Nine,” this is not entirely correct. Officially, he serves only Five of the Nine.
What is known about the machinations of the Nine? The Nine control large parts of the solar system behind Jupiter. It is the threshold to infinity. Their existence is connected to the planets there and their inhabitants, the Jovians. What we know is that they are divided into two factions and exist on another plane of existence.
The planet of the Nine and their symbols.
Five of them study the Light to use it for their own purposes. They were also the ones who created Xur so that he could interact with us Guardians. If life in the Light ends, the Five would also cease to exist as thinking entities. So they have an interest in strengthening the Light. Their agents, like Xur, are responsible for helping those who maintain peace throughout the galaxy.
Four of them want to free themselves from their dependence on matter-based life and Light. They want to create their own realm that exists in the dark, independent of the Light, through gravitational wells. To achieve this, they are experimenting with black holes based on dark matter and have little interest in Guardians and the Light. It is unlikely that this faction supports Xur.
By the way: The weapons of the Nine in Destiny 2 are not quite as mysterious, but still a hidden gem.
Rank 4. Xur’s appearance is based on planetary alignments
One might think Xur’s weekly location in Destiny 2 is completely arbitrary. In reality, no one has cracked his secret code yet. Xur’s statement “I cannot fully control my movements.” refers to the fact that he is partly dependent on the Nine, partly on planetary alignments. It is never his free choice, and apparently not by chance where he appears.
Unfortunately, the Content Vault has also restricted Xur’s movements. Instead of appearing in six locations, Xur only appears in three locations in the solar system: on the Tower, in the European Dead Zone, and on Nessus.
This is how players have known Xur for years.
Rank 3. Xur is Jovian and “out of dust”
Xur himself says: “We came from dust and dug into flesh to warm ourselves and became… something new.” In the game, Xur is often categorized as “Jupiter.” However, it’s not referring to the planet Jupiter, but a group of humanoids known as Jovians who inhabit a place beyond the asteroid belt. It is suspected that some of the cells in his body even originate from Earth.
Jovians are partly human: The Jovians retain the shape of their human ancestors. However, their faces resemble a mass of black worms, and light seems to cause them pain. Just like with Xur. That’s also the reason why he usually stands in the shadow or dark areas.
So much light here, I assume I feel pain.
Xur, during his weekly visit.
To keep his body going, he is controlled by the Nine. As a result, he has only limited control over himself. If his physical condition worsens, the Nine simply replace his cells.
Was Xur perhaps once a Guardian? There are rumors that Xur was once a Guardian as well. However, no one has seen a ghost with him. With the current information about the new activities, it is likely that we might learn more about this soon. Perhaps Xur is that adventurer who sacrificed his humanity for a treasure mentioned in the new dungeon.
It is also interesting that particularly these three characters, Xur, Orin, and the Drifter, share a strange bond. All three are familiar with the stardust or space horse, which you see in the title image.
Titan Nasya Sarwar, who later became Orin, the Messenger of the Nine.
What role does the stardust horse play? The horse frequently appears in association with the Nine. It can be found on the “You are worthy” emblem from the flawless run of the former Trials of Nine. Here too, a horse head can be seen in space.
The horse head on the Trials of Nine emblem.
Later, Orin shows the stardust horse to the Drifter in a vision during the Season of the Drifter.
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Xur did not always have a hunched posture. The Nine did not create him as we know him today. His pain and hunched posture were inflicted upon him by Orin, who later also became an envoy of the Nine, in the past.
Sjur Eido is mainly known in Destiny 2 from the Wünsche-Quest. She was, before Petra Venj, the first Wrath of the Queen, and her skills with bow and arrow were renowned throughout the Reef. Mara trusted her unconditionally. She was a masterful hunter of treacherous Ahamkara. And she was the friend/loved one of Mara Sov. However, Sjur mysteriously died during the Reef Wars. She was betrayed and murdered by an unknown assailant, and her Wishender bow was stolen. Mara thus carved a statue in her honor, which now stands in Eleusinia (the area in the Broken Throne). Sjur’s identity somehow became linked to that statue.
Xur was also interrogated by her at that time. While she demands information, she brutally crushes his windpipe. Xur begs her to “forgive them.”
After he freed himself from her, he reached into his robe to reveal a silver glass. Orin interpreted that as an attempt to attack and as a sign of hostility. She strikes the agent in the chest with her Titan war hammer, launching him up and breaking his spine in the process.
Xur survives but adopts a permanently hunched posture due to his injuries. The posture that players recognize him by today.
This week there was also something to discover in Destiny 2:
Did you already know all the secrets of Xur, or have we surprised you? What do you think, what role does Xur play from next Tuesday? Will we learn more about him soon?
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With the major December update 1.2, the watermark system in New World is being revised and the new material gypsum is being introduced. This will change a lot about your gear score. In the forum, the developers have now shown new details; data miners have further substantiated these with additional information.
At the same time, a new system – gypsum – will be introduced. With gypsum, you can make casts of your previous gear and increase your competency with them.
There are now new details about this system and the general changes through update 1.2. The chance of increasing competency through drops and chests will be reduced. At the same time, 7 gypsum casts can be crafted daily. We will reveal how this works precisely.
This is how watermarks worked previously
What exactly are watermarks? The watermarks indicate what the highest gear score was that you have ever obtained from a drop. The longer you go without getting a drop that corresponds to a higher gear score, the greater the chance will become.
If you receive a better item, your watermark increases to exactly that value. Each gear slot (chest, hands, weapon, etc.) has its own watermark.
How are watermarks increased currently? Currently, the value only increases by obtaining random drops from mobs or chests. The increase currently looks as follows:
At gear score 500, the watermark can increase by a maximum of 5
Your chance for this is 3% + 0.25% for each drop below that
After 388 drops of the same item, the chance of an upgrade is thus 100%, but usually the upgrade happens much sooner.
However, the values become smaller the higher your watermark is. This table from reddit user kaptainkeel shows the exact values:
Watermark
Chance for Increase
Increase Chance
510
2 %
0.225 %
525
1.75 %
0.1875 %
550
1.5 %
0.125 %
575
1 %
0.06 %
590
1 %
0.025 %
What changes with update 1.2? With the introduction of competencies, there are three major innovations:
The watermarks, which will then be called competencies, will be displayed next to your inventory
The chance for higher competencies through drops will be significantly reduced
The gypsum system will be introduced, which will allow you to increase your competency more effectively
The numbers next to the equipment will now show your competency.
Gypsum will be the best way to increase competency, 7 casts possible per day
What changes in the values? Basically, the chances for increasing competency through the new update are reduced. Through data mining, kaptainkeel came to the following conclusion:
At each level, the chance for an increase is 1%
The increase from a drop is always 0.1%
For drops of level 575 or higher, the situation slightly improves, but the grind to level 575 will become more elaborate.
How does the gypsum system work? To counteract the higher grind, the gypsum system will be introduced. There are 7 different types:
Obsidian Gypsum – Earned by defeating bosses of level 60+
Sapphire Gypsum – Earned by completing the final bosses in the dungeon Lazarus Instrumentality and Garden of Genesis
Ruby Gypsum – Earned through the Outpost Rush
Emerald Gypsum – Earned through chests in crafting above level 200
Citrine Gypsum – Earned through boss arenas
Amethyst Gypsum – Earned through corrupted events
Topaz Gypsum – Requires a special potion that can be crafted at level 5 campfires. After that, you must defeat level 55+ mobs and have a small chance for this drop
From these types, gypsum casts can then be produced. Per day, you can craft one gypsum cast per gear type (a total of 20 – 5 armor pieces, 3 jewelry pieces, 12 weapons).
However, you will only receive loot for 7 gypsum casts per day. The developers revealed this in the forum (via New World Forum).
How expensive is it to create gypsum casts and what do they bring? Here too, the data miner kaptainkeel has provided some answers:
Each cast increases the value of competence by 3, at least at level 500. It is unclear whether the value decreases as the level of competence increases.
The production of a cast currently costs a total of 600 gold. However, the developers have already said after the first feedback that they will reduce the costs by the time of the live release (via New World Forum). However, how much it will cost exactly is not known.
Competency is to determine your gear score starting in 2022
Why is the competency value so important? Competency is important for two reasons. Firstly, this value determines the loot you receive in the open world. Secondly, a change is planned for 2022 whereby competency will determine the value of your armor:
If you have a competency of 520 for the hammer, find or craft a hammer of level 600, it will be scaled down to 520.
Only when you have increased your competency to 600 will that hammer count as gear score 600.
This system is intended by the developers to prevent players from simply buying the best armor with money. However, this is not well received by the players. More on this here:
What do you think about the changes? Do you find the weakening of the watermark leveling appropriate? And how do you feel about the gypsum system? Feel free to write your thoughts in the comments.
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In League of Legends, each position has its specific tasks. One of the less popular roles is the Jungle – especially among newcomers. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus has learned an important lesson about jungling that will surely help you.
What are Junglers anyway? A Jungler is the position that does not travel on any of the so-called “Lanes” – namely Top, Mid, and Bot. Instead of engaging in combat against enemy NPCs and players on these fixed paths, the Jungler is moving in the jungle.
There, he defeats monsters in so-called “Camps” and manages important buffs. He is responsible for ensuring that his team receives important power-ups from defeating dragons or the Rift Herald. These provide additional gold, advantages on the lanes, and later powerful, permanent buffs.
Moreover, the Jungler ensures that the other players win against their opponents. This works through so-called “Ganks,” which are unexpected attacks from ambush. This is meant to take down an enemy and allow a teammate to secure a kill.
Since I stopped playing, a lot has changed. Almost every champion can now be played in any position. This changes the dynamics of the team, but not necessarily how the lanes function.
After a lot of experimenting, I’ve found myself back in one of my old positions, the Jungle. And while going through various guides, I noticed that this very tip is hardly mentioned.
Note that this tip is really only useful for new players and returnees. Those who already know LoL well will hardly benefit from it. But even here, it’s worth expanding your horizons and not getting fixated on one thing:
That’s why knowing the lanes helps: As a Jungler, it’s crucial to understand what your teammates are currently doing. Often, you have only a brief moment to assess the situation. In a few moments, you must decide:
Is my teammate ready for a gank?
Does he need a buff right now?
Do I need to save him because the enemy Jungler is ganking?
Where was the enemy Jungler, and can I steal his camps right now?
However, if you only play Jungler yourselves, you can hardly make such assessments. Because you only know your perspective. If you think a kill is definitely possible, your teammate might come to a completely different conclusion.
What do I learn from this? If you know how the other lanes work, you can better and faster assess which strategy will lead you to victory. Some examples:
If the enemy Jungler is extremely aggressive, punish him by stealing his camps or taking important objectives like the dragon.
If one or more lanes fail completely, let them play defensively and focus only on the one that can still win. Better a late comeback than a total loss.
If your teammates are dominant, help them and gather supports. But let the other lanes have the kills.
If your teammates are too passive or you lack a strong player, take the kills yourself and become the “Carry”.
A good tip for beginners is to first focus on 2 lanes. However, one lane must play very cautiously or dominate by itself. Over time, it will become easier for you to find the right timing.
You’ll need quite a while to get to know all the lanes. This will be accompanied by effort and surely some defeats. The reward is that you will later be a much better Jungler.
In doing so, you should really look at every lane and every role, preferably even with different “classes”:
Play mages and assassins in the mid lane
Try bruisers and tanks on the top lane
Try your hand as ADC and as support
Whether you support your team or act as a carry yourself: If you are good in the jungle, your chances of winning are significantly higher. A good Jungler can turn a game on its own. By the way, the heroes from the LoL series Arcane are a great way to facilitate the entry: How to play the 4 most important characters from Arcane correctly in LoL
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LoL: We introduce the champions from Arcane in gameplay
One tip does not make you a pro!
What else should you pay attention to: Knowing all lanes is not enough to become a truly good Jungler. Consider the tip more as a foundation to build upon or as an extension of your knowledge. You should definitely also look at:
which champions are currently strong
which items and runes can make you better
which champions you are countered by and how to behave then
how to best choose your route through the jungle
The jungle is considered a thankless job. If a lane loses, the Jungler is blamed for not ganking. If a lane wins, the help of the Jungler is not appreciated. If you dominate, you only “stole” the kills.
With the right approach, however, you can still secure victories and enjoy them even if you aren’t literally praised for it. Now and then, however, you might receive some praise from your teammates. It always plays best with friends anyway:
With a new trailer, Fortnite gives a preview of the Battle Pass skins in Chapter 3 Season 1. There is a brief glimpse of the map, focusing on the new skins. Among them is the friendly neighborhood spider: Spiderman.
What does the Battle Pass trailer show? In line with the start of Chapter 3, the trailer provides a brief overview of which skins you can expect in the Battle Pass. It also touches on the diverse landscape of the map. These are the skins you can expect:
The Foundation – One of the legendary Seven
Spiderman – A Marvel superhero with spider powers
An Aztec warrior in golden armor
A mysterious wanderer with various wooden masks
A swordsman resembling a modern samurai
A colorful brutal fighter with pink skin
Gumball machine with a crazy design
Llama warrior with a hefty body and an eye patch
We have also analyzed the season trailer, which you can find here:
What is Chapter 3 about? In the live event, the map was completely flipped, causing the Cube Queen and her forces to disappear without a trace.
You will find yourself on a brand-new map, with many new and familiar locations from previous chapters. It is possible that the inhabitants are devising a plan to defend against a renewed threat.
More about the new chapter in Fortnite can be found here:
When does Season 1 start in Chapter 3 and what’s included? Many players are undecided, but one leaker claims that on December 5 at 4 PM you can take your first steps on the new map. However, keep in mind that this has not been officially confirmed yet.
What do you think of the new skins for the Battle Pass? Do you think they will get cool new styles? Let us know!
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In the new overview trailer for Chapter 3 Season 1, Fortnite showcases all the changes. New weapons, locations, and mechanics will bring fresh air in Chapter 3. And of course, the map that has flipped.
What’s going on in Fortnite? On December 4th, Chapter 2 ended in Fortnite with a massive live event. After that, players couldn’t do or play anything in the game. Epic Games released the overview trailer for Season 1 in Chapter 3 on December 5th, and it’s received very well by players.
We will show you the trailer and what changes are coming for you in Fortnite.
Chapter 3, Season 1 – Trailer with Map, Weapons, and Locations
What does the trailer show? The video takes you on a ride over the new map of Fortnite. During the major live event, the island was flipped, and now you play in the chapter on the underside. There are new locations to discover that you’ve never seen before.
New weapons and items are also set to bring variety to Chapter 3, Season 1 in Fortnite. Check out the new trailer here:
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In the video, you also see the new sliding mechanic, allowing you to slide down mountains and slopes. This is ideal for avoiding enemies while moving quickly. If you feel more comfortable in the air, you can use the new swinging mechanic, reminiscent of the movement style of Spiderman as he swings from house to house with his webs.
Also new are the “Camps”. These are tents that you can set up to heal yourself and your group members.
In the week from November 29 to December 5, the latest expansion for Final Fantasy XIV was released. Additionally, there were some exciting articles about New World, Lost Ark, and WoW. We at MeinMMO have summarized the most important MMORPG news.
The highlight of the week: The new expansion Endwalker for Final Fantasy XIV was released on December 3 for players who had pre-ordered. It brought several new features, including:
The jobs Sage and Reaper, for which we have created guides
The discussion of the week: Players repeatedly call for a restart of New World, similar to Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn. MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch thinks: That’s nonsense:
The VR MMORPG Zenith is set to start its beta on December 18 (via MassivelyOP)
These were 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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With “Flip the Island,” Fortnite introduces the new map of Season 1 in Chapter 3. The new island where you will soon be playing has been revealed. We at MeinMMO will show you the details.
What is Flip the Island? In the action created by Epic, players had the opportunity to reveal the new map piece by piece with a simple hashtag.
On the page of Epic Games, a progress bar was displayed that filled up slowly as more players participated. As a result, inverted images appeared everywhere on Twitter and on the profiles of well-known leakers to quickly drive progress.
If you need important information about the live event and leaks, we have just the right thing for you:
Here’s how Flip the Island went down: Players made progress during the night of December 5, 2021. Gradually, a small spot was revealed, and players examined the map for new locations or comebacks. Every little detail has now been unveiled, and you can rediscover the island.
The new map of Chapter 3 top left
The new map of Chapter 3 top right
The new map of Chapter 3 bottom left
The new map of Chapter 3 bottom right
The new map of Chapter 3 in Fortnite
What locations are visible? As long as you can’t walk on the map yet, the following discoveries are just speculations:
Logjam Lumberyard – A sawmill covered in snow with logs nearby
Daily Bugle – Spiderman’s workplace as a reporter
Greasy Grove – A small neighborhood with fast-food places
The arm of the Cuddle Mech Leaders – Sunk in the sea
A racetrack in the midst of a barren desert area
A facility of the Foundation with a huge statue
And many more. These could soon be discovered by you.
When could it start? Leakers believe it is very likely that the servers will go live again on December 5 at 4 PM German time, and Jonesy will awaken from his KO state to finally step onto the new map.
How do you like the new map? Is it interesting and reminiscent of a mix between Chapter 2 and 1? Let us know in the comments what you think of the map.
Four months ago, a legendary WoW fan site called Vanion closed its doors. The site leader, Andi, now speaks with us on the MeinMMO Podcast about his experiences and reasons.
What does a fan do when your favorite game only delivers bad news? What happens when the passion for a game hits a low point? With this and many other questions, we speak with the operator of Vanion, Andi.
The past year has not been kind to WoW. Harsh criticism of the Shadowlands expansion and the sexism scandal surrounding Activision Blizzard have continued to worsen the atmosphere surrounding the MMORPG. Constantly delivering bad news can really dampen the mood.
In the podcast, Andi expresses his view of the situation, his wishes, and also talks about new projects. Over the past few months, he has not just been sitting around, but has taken on new challenges.
He is joined by the editor-in-chief of MeinMMO, Leya Jankowski, and editorial manager Gerd Schuhmann.
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Today, on December 5, 2021, a Smoke Day featuring Pokémon GOwith Quiekel and other Ice and Ground Pokémon begins. We at MeinMMO have taken a look at which spawns and bonuses you can expect at this event.
What kind of event is it? The new season, the Season of Origins, kicks off directly with a Smoke Day, where Ice and Ground Pokémon are in the spotlight. As the name of the event suggests, they will be attracted using smoke.
Smoke Day in December 2021 featuring Ice and Ground Pokémon
When does the event start? The Smoke Day takes place on December 5, 2021, starting at 11:00 AM local time. You will have a full 6 hours to catch as many monsters as possible before the event ends at 5:00 PM.
Smoke Day with Quiekel
The focus of tomorrow’s Smoke Day will be the Ice and Ground Pokémon Quiekel. It will be catchable throughout the day, for the entire 6 hours, using smoke. The monster from Generation 2 can evolve from Keifel into Mamutel.
Is it strong? Quiekel and Keifel are generally considered weaker monsters in the game and are not used in raids or the PvP league. However, this is not the case for Mamutel, the final evolution of Quiekel.
But not only in raids can you confidently rely on Mamutel. It can also impress in the Master League and is considered one of the top contenders (via pvpoke.com).
Is there a shiny Quiekel? Yes, with a bit of luck you may encounter a shiny version. You can recognize it by its green body.
from top to bottom: Mamutel, Keifel, and normal Quiekel (left) and their Shinies (right)
Other Spawns for the Smoke Day
Which monsters will there be? During the Smoke Day, in addition to Quiekel, you will encounter numerous other Ice and Ground Pokémon. These will also be attracted by your smoke. You can also look forward to the following monsters:
Ice Pokémon: Jurob*, Rossana*, Sniebel*, Schneppke*, Gelatini, and Galar-Flampion
Ground Pokémon: Onix*, Tragosso*, Rihorn*, Felino*, Phanpy, Schmerbe*, and Larvitar*
All monsters that you can encounter in their shiny form with a bit of luck are marked with a (*).
Unlike what you may be used to from other events like Community Day, the selected monsters will not spawn over the entire time. With the exception of Quiekel, the remaining Ice and Ground Pokémon will have the following time distribution.
Time
Spawns
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Ice Pokémon
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Ground Pokémon
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Ice Pokémon
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Ground Pokémon
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Ice Pokémon
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Ground Pokémon
All Bonuses for the Smoke Event
Of course, there will also be some bonuses for you on Smoke Day. You can look forward to the following special features:
Antique Power as an exclusive charge move when you evolve Keifel into Mamutel
Special event field research
Event box with 2 smoke for 1 Poké Coin in the in-game shop
Is the charge move Antique Power worth it?
If you evolve Keifel into Mamutel during the event, it will receive the charge move Antique Power. This attack is a Rock-type attack. Mamutel is already one of the strongest attackers in the game without this attack. With the new charge move, you can deal 45 damage in Trainer battles and 70 damage in raids or gym battles.
If you’re battling against other trainers, you should rather rely on Mamutel’s strong Ice attack. If a Rock attack is needed in combat, you’re better off with Stone Edge, as it deals significantly more damage with a bit more energy expenditure.
In raids and gym battles, however, the new attack can be useful as it charges quickly and deals good damage there.
Are you participating in the Smoke Day with Quiekel? What do you think of the spawns and bonuses? And which monster are you most looking forward to? Feel free to share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange thoughts with other trainers.
In Fortnite, the live event has concluded and now all players are staring eagerly at the sea, wondering when it will finally continue. We at MeinMMO are sharing all the important information you need to know.
What happened today in Fortnite? The live event in Fortnite concluded the end of Chapter 2 with a twist of the map. The Cube Queen has retreated, leaving us with a new map and a zero-point screen. Now many players are wondering when it will start again with the battle royale shooter.
If you need important information about the live event and the new trailers, we have just the thing for you:
Fortnite cannot be played – when and for how long?
When and how long will the downtime last? Many players are not in agreement, but a leaker suggests that on December 5 at 4 PM, you will be able to take your first steps on the new map. However, keep in mind that this has not yet been officially confirmed.
When will the patch notes be released? Normally, Epic Games publishes little to no information about the update changes in the battle royale mode. These are often discovered by the community itself.
However, once the update is released, we will create a separate article about it and link to it here.
What new content does update 19.00 bring?
What’s new for the battle royale mode? We are not yet entirely sure about the changes, but leaks and data miners have proven to be reliable sources in the past. Here’s what you might expect with these changes:
New map
The Cube Queen has effortlessly rotated the entire old map by 180°. This has resulted in a new battlefield location. This new island will most likely be the new map of Fortnite for Chapter 3.
SPOILER WARNING: If you do not want to be spoiled and prefer to wait until the release, stop reading here and prepare yourself with our other Fortnite news for the start of Chapter 3.
Sliding mechanics
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Hypex, a well-known leaker from Fortnite, has stated that soon you will have the ability to slide around with your skin. In the Polish Fortnite trailer from Epic Games, there was a scene showing a skin executing exactly such a movement.
Apparently, Chapter 3 will bring a new way of movement.
New weapons and items
Additionally, new weapons and items have also been discovered in the trailer such as:
New assault rifle
New SMG
A mythical crown
Foldable bags with shield sprayers and tents for weapon upgrades
Environmental disasters – Tornados, lightning, and thunderstorms
Among other things, the realistic implementation of natural disasters such as tornadoes and thunderstorms impressed in the trailer. These could appear randomly during combat.
Unreal Engine 5
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Hypex has previously mentioned that the battle royale shooter is getting a new engine. The video leak from the Polish Epic Games site showed that trees are being meticulously chopped down and especially felled.
As they fall after chopped notches, just like in real life. It is possible that this feature is linked to the new engine.
Are you excited about the changes Epic Games will bring to the game with the new update? Let us know!
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The live event “The End” took place on Saturday, December 4, in Fortnite. We from MeinMMO were live at the event for the end of Chapter 2. Here we report how the battle against the Cube Queen went.
Everyone was prepared for this: In Fortnite, the Cube Queen and her minions had been causing havoc since the beginning of Season 8. The inhabitants of the island had had enough and put on a powerful spectacle thanks to their preparations.
For more information about the server status and when Fortnite will be ready again, you can find out here:
This happened in the live event for the end of Chapter 2: First, you spawned in the middle of the Guava Base, which was hastily built.
There, the blue peaceful cube teleported and created a protective energy field around the battle base. All players then patiently waited for the event timer to run out, so the battle could begin.
This is how the peaceful cube builds an energy field around the base
After a short wait, the Cube Queen released a few monsters onto the fortress. These were spawned by golden monoliths. The players were then given weapons and resources to defend against these hordes.
The Cube Queen charged her full strength to open a portal to a world full of alien ships. Meanwhile, the ships infiltrated the Chapter 2 map and caused a firefight.
Players were then disarmed and the blue cube was destroyed. Then a cutscene appeared with the Foundation, also known as The Rock, who freed Jonesy from the IO unit. The two fought their way through the facility that was used for the Builder mode.
Then came another cutscene with the other well-known fighters of The Seven. They fought through cube monsters and opened an entrance to the Builder facility.
All players then appeared with the Scientist of The Seven in the facility and followed him through the IO grounds. Due to destruction from the outside, paths were cut off, which were cleared away thanks to the Scientist.
Then a monster broke the security windows of the facility, and everything was flooded with water. Finally, one could see the Queen in the distance turning the island. Suddenly, they disappeared along with the portal, and a wave hit your skin.
Now your skin is floating on the sea unconscious and Fortnite is not playable.
Here you can watch the entire live event in full length again:
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Fortnite: The End – Event for Chapter 3 in the Video
When does Chapter 3 Season 1 start: So far, there is no information regarding this. We will keep you updated if anything new is published.
Now that the live event for Chapter 2 is over, we ask ourselves how you found the implementation and appearance of the Cube Queen? Did you expect such a dramatic twist for your old Chapter 2 map? Let us know in the comments!
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The so-called “strafing” is a simple movement technique in shooters like Call of Duty: Warzone, with which you can achieve great results. What makes the technique so strong and how to use it correctly, we will show you on MeinMMO.
Sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference – so it is in the Battle Royale Call of Duty: Warzone. Because one of the simplest movement techniques in the game can make you much better if you use it correctly: strafing (pronounced in English).
Actually, it’s just the movement to the side, but if you use it skillfully and consistently, you will become much better in Warzone and shooters in general.
Who gives the tips? I am Maik Schneider and responsible for Call of Duty on MeinMMO. For almost 20 years, I’ve been running around with my weapon drawn through various shooters, and if I’ve learned one thing: I am mostly to blame for my own deaths.
However, since I consciously use strafing to gather more information about my firefights, I have much better control over when I put myself in danger. And when I don’t feel like concentrating too hard, at least I know what it was all about.
Sidewalking as a valuable technique in shooters
What is strafing in video games? It only refers to the movement to the side compared to running straight ahead. With a controller, you usually have to move the left analog stick left or right. With a keyboard, you usually “strafe” with A and D.
But especially in shooters, strafing is considered an important technique in firefights.
Your side-to-side movements keep your hitboxes moving, and therefore you are harder to hit than if you just stood still. Especially if you constantly move left and right and back again.
However, this does not apply to all shooters. For example, you worsen your precision in Counter Strike or Valorant if you are moving. In Call of Duty, however, the movement entails fewer disadvantages, and in Warzone, almost none.
The technique comes into play in many gameplay situations. But when you consciously use strafing and combine it with your cover, it becomes really strong, and you are much harder to eliminate. Especially in shooters with a high time-to-kill – like Warzone with its armor system.
Strafing takes you to the next level as a shooter player
How can I use this? Strafing is excellent for combat or traveling across the map because it allows you to gather more information about your opponent without putting yourself at risk of going down directly.
If you are at the edge of a building and want to know what’s going on around the corner, stand in front of the edge, take a step to the side, and then take a step back.
It sounds trivial, but this is one of the main reasons why pro players go down less frequently. They consistently check every corner when they expect enemies and are constantly “strafing”. Thus, you already know beforehand what you are getting into.
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In combat, this applies as well. If you’re fighting an enemy who doesn’t use strafing, you are better protected at all times. You “strafe” around the corner, gather information, and go back into cover. An unwary opponent may even remain outside their cover and thus be at a clear disadvantage.
If you “strafe” correctly, the opponent cannot eliminate you at all. As long as you are not very low on health or take a sniper headshot while you are “strafing” around the corner, you are very safe with this technique. Additionally, due to the “Peekers Advantage” in Call of Duty, you have a slight timing advantage when spotting your enemies.
If you are behind a low cover, you should also use the technique. Stand up briefly from a crouch and then go back down. Gather information and use the scouting to your advantage.
Aim-Assist in CoD strengthens strafing
Where else does strafing help? As already mentioned, in every combat, you should “strafe” to keep your body and therefore your hitboxes moving. In Call of Duty, controller players also benefit from another effect: the rotational aim assist.
If you are moving and an opponent runs through your crosshairs, the crosshair follows behind the opponent for a fraction of a second.
You still have to aim yourself; the aim assist is not a perfect “aim-bot” that completely takes the aiming away from you. However, for a short moment, you have a very strong aim assist.
The mechanic only activates when you are in motion. You don’t necessarily have to be “strafing”; movements back and forth also work. However, in combat, side movements are often better.
Important: The rotational aim assist is only activated in the “Standard” setting. Otherwise, you only benefit from the slowdown aim assist, which briefly reduces your input sensitivity.
What else should I consider? The most important thing about strafing is – always use the technique. There can also be combats where you rush ahead and your submachine gun sprays everything within reach.
But in shooter formats with few or no respawns, such as “Search & Destroy” or a Battle Royale, you should strafe around corners as often as possible, gather information and thus stay a small sideways step ahead of your enemies.
Because even though it is exhausting, and you have to concentrate more – you will become a much better “Call of Duty” player.
The real estate market in GTA Online is huge and there are many apartments and flats to buy. But which ones are worth the price? We show you the best apartments you can get in Los Santos and why they are worth your money.
What is the problem? Those searching for a place in GTA Online are greeted by a large selection. Apartments and houses come in various styles and sizes. Without a garage or with one – and if with one – how many parking spaces? Is there a good view? Are important locations from GTA Online nearby?
Here we show you the five best apartments that are worth their price and explain what makes them so good. We base our evaluation on location, the furnishings of the apartments, and the views they offer you.
5. “Del Perro Heights” Apt 7
What does it cost? 200,000 GTA dollars.
How many garages? 10 parking spaces.
What makes the apartment good? Apartment 7 in Del Perro Heights is one of the cheapest apartments that comes with a 10-space garage. Since cars and vehicles are the focus of many players in GTA Online, you have found a particularly good price/performance ratio here.
Additionally: If you have an office in Maze Bank and like to do CEO work, then you are directly next door with this building and just have to cross the street.
4. “3. Alta Street” Apt 57
What does it cost? 223,000 GTA dollars.
How many garages? 10 parking spaces.
What makes the apartment good? While you don’t overlook the entire city from this apartment, you only have to spend 223k for a relatively good view. And there is a garage with ten parking spaces. Similar to the apartment in Del Perro Heights, the price and the provided amenities are reason enough to rank among the top-5 apartments in GTA Online.
3. “Tinsel Towers” Apt 42
What does it cost? 492,000 GTA dollars.
How many garages? 10 parking spaces.
What makes the apartment good? The price of the apartment is still just under half a million GTA dollars. For that you get a fairly large garage and a view that is hard to beat. A fantastic view of the city shows you what is happening in Los Santos. In addition, there is a luxurious decor.
The distance to the arcade is, similar to the Eclipse Towers, very short. So those who frequent there could be very satisfied with the Tinsel Towers or the Eclipse Towers.
2. “Eclipse Towers” Apt 40
What does it cost? 391,000 GTA dollars.
How many garages? 10 parking spaces.
What makes the apartment good? If you want to earn a lot of money with the arcade in GTA Online, Eclipse Towers are a good place for you. The way to the arcade is very short, as the arcade is only about 4 buildings away. Since you can control all your businesses in the arcade with the Master Terminal, the apartment in Eclipse Towers is for many players the best apartment in GTA Online and shares, depending on the player, the first place with “4 Integrity Way”.
Depending on which apartment you choose, you can spend a lot of money at Eclipse Towers. However, Apartment 40 is sufficient and still offers nice furnishing styles.
1. “4 Integrity Way” Apt 28
What does it cost? 476,000 GTA dollars.
How many garages? 10 parking spaces.
What makes the apartment good? In this list, the number 1 spot is fiercely contested. Apartment 28 at 4 Integrity Way has long been considered “the best apartment in GTA Online”. It is located in the heart of Los Santos and is directly across from a CEO office. Other important businesses can also be purchased in the immediate vicinity.
A major plus is that the Terrorbyte spawns directly in the parking lot behind the building when you call it. Here, too, you have only short distances.
The garage is relatively secluded from the main road and offers you some protection.
What makes the apartment good? We list this building as a bonus because it is especially popular in the community. Not because it is close to many businesses, but because the view is impressive. From the cozy chair in the living room, you have an ideal view of the golf course.
Also, the apartment with a purchase price of 253,000 GTA dollars is quite affordable and offers you ten parking spaces for your vehicles.
Which apartment is your favorite and do you already own one of them? Please share your opinion about the apartments with us here on MeinMMO in the comments.
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Are you currently trying to buy a graphics card for your gaming PC? Two experts have explained in an interview why gamers currently have little chance of obtaining a graphics card fairly.
Now, two users explained in a discussion with TheVerge that an average gamer currently barely has a chance to buy a graphics card (via theverge.com). The two individuals run a Discord and ensure that gamers can also purchase a graphics card. They are now also developing bots, as there is currently no fair way to get one.
On the market, retailers, bots, and scalpers would be fighting against each other using tools to get their hands on graphics cards. A few people just trying to get a graphics card for their gaming have no real chance in the current situation.
Honest buyers have no chance of buying a graphics card
This is the big problem right now: For honest buyers, it’s normal to take items off the shelf and then go to the checkout. But bots, as the two explain, simply skip the queue.
The bots would simply use a backdoor and buy up all available items – while everyone else is still in line hoping for a product.
In their interview, the two script developers explain how much this situation bothers them:
Ultimately, it is bots and scalpers that drive up the price of these goods and give them higher profit margins. Some retailers might even be pleased about this because they can ship the goods as a pallet, which saves them a lot of money on shipping costs.
Basically, you have to invest hundreds of hours to save a few hundred euros. It is already a big luck if you can get a graphics card within a few hours for a good price.
Many users also do not spend days at their computers because they enjoy searching for a graphics card so much or because they have the time for it due to Corona. People want to do something together, and gaming is one of the few options to do something with friends during a time of Corona.
It’s not just about, “I’ll spend a hundred hours here because I just want GPUs“ – it’s the social aspect, the community, the shared interest with other people.
“We represent the little guy, or would like to believe so”
In the meantime, the two users have also started developing various scripts and tools. Some retailers are so heavily occupied by bots that one has to develop their own tools to get past the other bots.
We develop scripts and utilities. We still check them manually, but we help you with some of the tricky things by offering small scripts that they can run.
In the end, they hope to help at least a few gamers get a graphics card this way. However, they can never be sure, as many users hide behind anonymity and, of course, scalpers or miners could also use these scripts.
And one cannot prevent scalpers and miners anyway, as they are clever and do not want to miss out on any potential profit. The two operators also earn money from graphics card purchases through affiliate links, but they cannot live a luxury life from it.
Gamers who have managed to get a graphics card would never reappear on Discord, as they have gotten what they wanted. Scalpers often never show up again, as they know that the operators would kick them out of Discord immediately.
What do you think about the situation? Have you already been able to buy a graphics card or are you equally frustrated about greedy scalpers and the poor availability? Tell us in the comments and discuss with other users.
