Normally, Day-1 patches are rather unpopular among players. However, after the Early Access of Battlefield 2042, it becomes clear that fans are practically longing for them. You can find out why this is the case and whether there will be one here with us at MeinMMO.
This is how the Early Access launch of Battlefield 2042 went: One can say that the early launch of Battlefield 2042 was rather mixed. The game struggled with numerous issues from the very beginning.
While the servers only had a bit of a hiccup on the release weekend and there were no major outages, there are several other technical and gameplay issues:
Now many players hope that a Day-1 patch will at least address and solve some of the issues. However, one news brings disappointment. Because the patch is apparently already here.
Day-1 patch apparently already released before launch, causes disappointment
According to industry insider Tom Henderson, there should actually be 3 updates within the first 3 weeks after the official release. However, the first update seems to have been released earlier than expected and it looks strongly as if this was already the Day-1 patch.
The bigger problems that drive the community crazy are still in the game. Fans are not too thrilled about this, as seen in the subreddit and on Twitter. Insider Tom Henderson writes: “It looks like today was the Day 1 patch… Ouch.”
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Some players are also expressing disappointment on reddit. Szerek54 sarcastically writes: “I am waiting for the announcement that the game will go into maintenance mode next week.” (via reddit)
From the reactions, it can be concluded that numerous players had significantly higher hopes for a potential Day-1 patch. That the patch meets these hopes is probably not the case for now.
Is another patch in sight? According to the official EA website, two more updates are planned for the month after release. Although it is not known what exactly these will fix, we already know of some things that developer DICE is officially aware of.
These include, for example, the issues with assault rifles and the revival bug. We will keep you updated with the latest information as always.
Why is this unusual? In general, these updates do not have a good reputation among players. They are often seen as a sign that the developers released the game too early and did not take enough time to fix errors.
Furthermore, these patches are sometimes quite large, which often means that you cannot start playing as soon as the game is released. Sometimes, you have to download dozens of gigabytes just to be able to start the game.
The state of the game is likely causing players to yearn for updates and fixes for the issues.
But what do you think about it? Did you also have hopes for a larger Day-1 patch? Or did you already suspect that it wouldn’t come through on everything?
In FIFA 22 there is now a new Moments card for Julian Draxler that is truly impressive. We explain to you why the new special card is so goodand what its problem is.
What kind of card is this? This is about the new Player Moments card for Julian Draxler, which according to EA celebrates his volley against Bordeaux in the 2017/2018 season. The card offers fantastic stats and is available for a total of 7 days in FIFA 22 Ultimate Team.
You can obtain it by completing an SBC (Squad Building Challenge), and we will clarify whether it is worth it for you.
How strong is the new Draxler card
This is what the new card can do: Moments Draxler is a proud 7 points stronger in overall rating than his regular gold card, which is an enormous upgrade. The impressive stats in the areas of pace (85), shooting (85), passing (86), and dribbling (88) immediately stand out, making him the strongest midfielder in the French Ligue 1.
In addition, Draxler offers 4-star skill moves and extremely valuable 5 stars for weak foot, which means that you can shoot on goal or distribute the ball well from any position. Thus, Draxler can also be easily played as a striker.
In comparison to his gold card, Moments Draxler has gained a significant amount of points, here are the biggest and most important jumps:
Pace: 74 ->85
Shooting: 76 -> 85
Passing: 80 -> 86
Dribbling: 82 -> 88
The card gets even better when using the Engine Chemistry Style. This boosts his pace, dribbling, and passing to nearly perfect values, primarily in the 90s range.
Is the card worth it for your team? The card is undoubtedly one of the best CAM cards in FUT when excluding Icon cards. It has fantastic stats, is versatile, and promises a lot of goals and assists, especially because of the 5 stars for weak foot. Additionally, it is perfect for players with Ligue teams or hybrid teams that need strong links for Messi, Mbappé, or Neymar.
However, the card has a problem: The SBC costs around 250,000 coins, which is a fortune for many FUT players. However, it is not overly expensive, as there are hardly any alternatives on the transfer market that offer similarly strong stats in the same areas.
If you have the coins left over, then you will get an outstanding card with Draxler that you should be satisfied with for a long time.
What do you think of the new Draxler card? Let us know in the comments! If you want to improve in FIFA 22 and are looking for some tips, check this out:
Thanks to Black Friday and Cyber Week, you can currently get smartphones from Samsung, OnePlus, and others at heavily reduced prices. MeinMMO presents you with the best smartphones from Samsung, Xiaomi, and others that could be worth your money.
Here’s what it’s about: The “Black Friday” deals on Amazon have started, and currently, you can save big on several products. In our article, we present interesting smartphone deals and explain for whom the discounted devices might be worthwhile.
Why the devices are also worth it for gamers:
All featured devices offer you a display with at least 120 Hz. This way, you can be sure that fast games like shooters or MOBAs will run well on your smartphone.
All devices also provide you with a powerful processor and a high-resolution, large display with at least Full-HD. All mentioned smartphones offer either an AMOLED-OLED or an OLED display.
Each phone has at least 8 GB of RAM installed. This should be sufficient for demanding gaming on smartphones at this time.
How long do the deals last? The “Black Friday” week on Amazon lasts a total of 10 days. Therefore, you have enough time to look at the offers.
All offers come with an extended return guarantee. If you buy a Christmas gift or simply are not satisfied, you can return all purchased products until January 31.
Samsung S20 FE
For whom is this device worthwhile? The S20 FE is the entry-level device in Samsung’s S20 series and is aimed primarily at users interested in the flagship series, but who do not want to spend too much money. You get a high-quality device with plenty of power combined with a great camera and a top display.
Samsung integrates a 6.5-inch AMOLED display with 120 Hz and a 4500 mAh battery into the device.
If you’re willing to invest around 100 Euros more, you can get the 5G variant with a bit more power and better battery life. If you don’t need 5G, you can also go for the S20 FE.
For the Samsung S20 FE, you currently pay 419 Euros instead of 649 Euros, saving a total of 35% compared to the regular Amazon price.
For the Samsung S20 FE 5G, you currently pay 499 Euros instead of 749 Euros, saving a total of 33% compared to the regular Amazon price.
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One Plus 9 Pro
For whom is this device worthwhile? The current flagship model from OnePlus impresses with strong build quality and great display. Inside, it has a powerful Snapdragon 888 and OnePlus relies on an OLED display with 120 Hz, which is also suitable for fast games. It also features a good camera and a long-lasting battery.
If you want to save some money, you can also consider the predecessor model, the OnePlus 8. The device is also on sale for Black Friday and costs around 200 Euros less while offering similarly good specifications as the current top model from OnePlus.
This is what the devices cost:
For the OnePlus 9 Pro, you pay 799 Euros instead of 999 Euros, saving 20% compared to the regular Amazon price.
For the OnePlus 8, you pay 399 Euros instead of 699 Euros, saving 50% compared to the regular Amazon price.
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If you still need accessories for your smartphone, in this article we present the best controllers for your smartphone. We will introduce you to some real highlights as well as some hidden gems that you should check out:
For whom is this device worthwhile? With the Poco X3 Pro, the Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi targets the mid-range. For around 300 Euros, you get an OLED display with 120 Hz, 8 GB RAM, and plenty of internal storage with 256 GB. While the Snapdragon 870 isn’t the latest chipset, the performance is still more than sufficient in 2021.
The device offers you a great price-performance ratio if you don’t want to spend more than 300 Euros for a smartphone. At this time, you can already get the device for 199 Euros thanks to Black Friday.
This is what the device costs: Currently, you pay 199 Euros for the Poco X3 Pro, saving 50% compared to the regular price (399 Euros).
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Oppo Find X3 Pro
For whom is this device worthwhile? The manufacturer Oppo is not so well known here but also produces high-quality and powerful smartphones. Oppo relies on the current Snapdragon 888 with 5G support for the Find X3 Pro. It also features an AMOLED display with 120 Hz. The overall package is rounded off with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. You should note that the Find X3 Pro does not offer a Micro-USB slot.
This is what the device costs: Normally, you would pay more than 1100 Euros for the Find X3 Pro, which seems very confident for a less well-known manufacturer. Because for a smartphone, that’s still a lot of money. At this time, you can already get the device for 849 Euros thanks to Black Friday.
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If you are still looking for games for your old or new smartphone, here we present the best mobile MMORPGs for iOS and Android:
The streamer DrDisrespect was banned from Twitch a year ago and has since been living in exile on YouTube. However, during the launch of Halo Infinite, the Doctor turned it on: He achieved more viewer hours than the big shooter streamers on Twitch, shroud and Ninja. He was also online for almost 9 hours, apparently highly motivated.
As reported by StreamHatchet, DrDisrespect was able to win the day with 225,000 viewed hours. He surpassed the biggest Twitch streamers like Lirik, shroud, Ninja, and Moistcritikal. He even achieved more than double the hours of the second-placed Lirik.
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The statistics show that every hour Halo Infinite was viewed belonged to the Doctor.
DrDisrespect has hype and, above all, endurance
What should be noted about the statistics? The statistic of “viewer hours” is somewhat misleading because the streamers streamed for different lengths:
Lirik streamed Halo on November 15th from 6:45 PM to 9:45 PM – he had around 35,000 viewers on average.
Shroud streamed Halo on November 15th relatively late and briefly: from 9:45 PM to 11:15 PM – during that time he had about 45,000 viewers on average.
Ninja streamed Halo from 6:45 PM to 9:30 PM – he had about 23,000 viewers on average.
DrDisrespect’s stream lasted a total of 8 hours and 42 minutes (via playboard). The first 90 minutes, the Doc waited until it started and downloaded Halo Infinite. At peak around 7:50 PM, he reached 50,000 viewers – the number then slowly decreased and settled around 30,000.
However, since he lasted much longer than shroud, it can be said that DrDisrespect won the launch of Halo Infinite.
What’s going on behind this: Twitch is still by far the largest platform. However, DrDisrespect proves that it is possible to have a successful stream on YouTube that can compete with Twitch and even beat the platform.
In the Casino Heist of GTA Online, you can now get rich quickly. We will show you how the heist works and how much money you can easily make there.
What’s new? In GTA Online, the heist weeks started their next round on November 18th. It is now really worth it for you to complete the Casino Heist, as there’s now a big haul of diamonds waiting. The diamonds are only available during special events at the casino, so you should definitely take advantage of this if you want to make a lot of money quickly with this loot.
We will show you everything you need to know about the Casino Heist.
Diamonds at the Casino – How much money do they bring?
That’s why it’s worth it: Typically, you will find cash, gold, or sometimes artworks during the Casino Heist of GTA Online. While you can earn a decent amount of cash with gold, diamonds will earn you even more. Here’s how much each loot brings:
Cash – Difficulty: Hard = 2,356,500 GTA dollars
Artworks – Difficulty: Hard = 2,585,000 GTA dollars
Gold – Difficulty: Hard = 2,843,500 GTA dollars
Diamonds – Difficulty: Hard = 3,619,000 GTA dollars
Are the diamonds guaranteed? No, there is no guarantee of getting diamonds as loot during the Casino Heist. The chances have always been about 20% for diamonds and gold. Artworks at around 25% and cash at about 35%. It is not known whether the chances of diamonds have been increased during this bonus week.
How long does it last? This bonus is active until the start of the next bonus week on Thursday, November 25th. Players hope that during the next bonus week, the Cayo Perico Heist will become especially lucrative. Because at Cayo Perico, you can already earn a whopping 4,570,600 GTA dollars with the best haul.
How much money do other heists bring? The heist with the highest payout is Cayo Perico, closely followed by the Casino Heist. However, GTA Online has many more robberies to offer. Here we show you how much money they bring:
Click through our articles and find out which approach works best for you and which is the right one. We also show you the easiest escape routes to ensure the heist is successful.
Remember that you can choose different difficulty levels which can be more or less challenging for you. However, if you choose a lower difficulty, you will also receive a lower payout. With our guides, you should easily be able to manage the “hard” difficulty and fill your pockets with cash.
A week after Battlefield 2042 launched in Early Access, it is now officially in stores. MeinMMO presents you with the best 3 weapons you can currently use in the game, just in time for the release.
With a one-week head start from Early Access, it’s clear which 3 weapons dominate in matches at the release of Battlefield 2042. We introduce these weapons to you, share their key pros and cons, and explain how to use them effectively.
1. DM7: The versatile precision weapon for all maps
Pro
Good, consistent damage
Strong over long distances
Lots of ammunition with good reload time
Very precise, even when the player is moving
Contra
Requires good aim
Disadvantage in close combat against most other weapons
Slower handling than many other weapons
Why is this weapon so good? The DM7 is currently the best weapon in the game. It excels particularly due to its versatility and consistency. Since most engagements in Battlefield 2042 take place at greater distances, its precision and good damage are a significant advantage.
With the standard loadout, it can kill at most distances with 3 body hits. With a headshot, only one more hit anywhere on the body is needed for the kill.
Thanks to 15 rounds in the standard magazine, you can take down up to 7 enemies before needing to reload.
Unlike the SVK (which we will introduce later), it loses very little precision when fired while moving. This allows you to dodge enemy fire while shooting back.
What are the disadvantages of the weapon? The biggest disadvantage of the weapon lies in its semi-automatic nature. If suddenly an enemy is standing next to you, you have a significant disadvantage compared to weapons that can fire many rounds quickly.
Another drawback is that DMRs require very good aim. In the wrong hands, powerful weapons like the DM7 can quickly become useless. Players who prefer fully automatic weapons should particularly look at the next weapon introduced.
How do I use this weapon optimally? While this weapon can be used without issue in most situations of the game, it excels especially at medium distances. With the DM7, you don’t have to stand still and camp; it is suitable for both defensive and offensive play.
However, you should avoid close combat as much as possible. Try to stay in the back row of an advancing squad and apply pressure on enemies from there.
2. PP-29: The best all-round weapon in the game
Pro
Very easy to play
Controllable recoil
Very high ammunition capacity with fast reload animation
Fast handling
Low bloom
Contra
Poor rate of fire
Few attachments make hardly any difference to the weapon
As a fully automatic weapon with a large magazine, it is very easy to use. It also forgives poor aim. The PP-29 is strong in close combat.
Thanks to controllable recoil, it is also good at distances up to 100 m.
With the standard magazine, it has up to 54 rounds and deals good damage. Therefore, it can easily take out a whole enemy squad without needing to reload. And even the reloading is quick.
What are the disadvantages of the weapon? The poor rate of fire of the PP-29 is generally not a problem in most situations. However, it quickly falls short in close combat against other SMGs and shotguns. Its relatively poor performance in hip fire exacerbates this problem.
Since there are no underbarrel attachments for the PP-29, the weapon hardly changes at all. A laser sight to improve hip fire, for example, is not available.
While the PP-29 has surprisingly high precision at distances, it deals little damage. It frequently occurs that you cannot fully kill your opponents before they can take cover.
How do I use this weapon optimally? The PP-29 is so flexible that it’s hard to use it incorrectly. While it’s not advisable to use it at long distances, it is not completely useless there either. This SMG is the right choice in almost any situation, whether for beginners with poor aim or shooter pros.
However, since you need to play about 15-20 hours before you gain access to the weapon, the PBX-45 is a good alternative at the beginning.
3. SVK: Incredible firepower, but difficult to handle
Pro
Kills with just two shots
Very strong at long distances
Contra
Requires nearly perfect aim
Very imprecise when aiming while moving.
Low ammunition in the magazine
Slow handling
Very poor in close combat
Why is this weapon so good? This weapon has basically only one real strength, but it is remarkable:
The SVK always kills with 2 shots—no matter where the bullet hits the enemy; regardless of distance. It deals the same damage to the body as a sniper rifle.
Its handling and rate of fire are, however, significantly better compared to a sniper.
What are the disadvantages of the weapon? The weapon becomes very imprecise when you move while shooting (via reddit). This may seem like the bloom problem of assault rifles, but it is not. This mechanic is intended to prevent you from being too hard to hit with such a powerful weapon.
Even though its handling and rate of fire are significantly better than snipers, these values are not good compared to the other weapons on the list. With only 5 rounds in the magazine (plus one in the chamber), you need to show nearly perfect aim to use this weapon effectively.
How do I use this weapon optimally? While the PP-29 adapts to the player’s playstyle, the SVK requires you to play the exact playstyle that the weapon demands. Otherwise, it can quickly become very frustrating.
This means that as long as you are patient and shoot at your enemies while standing still, it is an absolute monster. However, as soon as you want to play aggressively in any form, it will quickly let you down. This weapon is perfect for those who want to showcase their aim but do not want to shoot at enemies from hundreds of meters away like snipers. Users of the SVK should defend control points rather than trying to capture them.
No matter which of these 3 weapons you choose – if used correctly, they can all dominate the battlefield.
Which weapon is your favorite? Have you tried our recommendations? If so, what is your favorite setup? Let us know in the comments!
If you are looking for good assault rifles, unfortunately, you will have to wait a bit longer. Currently, they are not recommended, which is one of the biggest problems of Battlefield 2042. But the developers say that this is already being worked on.
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In New World, there is a new, curious bug that can prevent the start of wars over territories. The guild that is being attacked only has to change its name.
What kind of bug is this? In order to attack an area in New World, the attacking faction must declare war. However, it can only do this once it has gathered enough influence in the area.
Influence can be gained through PvP missions in the area. On the map, players can see how much influence each faction has. If an enemy faction reaches 100%, they can then declare war.
However, a curious bug is occurring: If a company changes its name, it can happen that the influence of the attackers is reset to 0%. This doesn’t seem to happen all the time, but companies can change their name at any time and at no cost and keep trying until it works.
Thus, guilds that wanted to exploit the bug can permanently prevent a declaration of war. This is particularly crazy since guilds have a fixed ID. So, it shouldn’t even really matter what the name is.
Furthermore, wars are an essential part of the endgame, which is currently not functioning correctly.
The influence of enemy factions can be reset to 0% when the company changes its name.
Major Patch 1.1 brings many improvements but also new bugs
How did the bug get into the game? The bug appeared after the release of Update 1.1. This was the first major patch in New World, released on November 18.
The patch brought useful changes like the new weapon” Unheilsstulpen”, new enemies, new quests, and the linked trading posts, but also some bugs.
In addition to the problems with wars, players are also reporting that they have lost their gathering gear. Several players are impacted by this bug. There is also talk of a new item dupe.
New World: New trailer shows the contents of the first major patch
When will the bugs be fixed? This is still unclear. However, there is supposed to be a new server downtime today, November 19. Maintenance work will start around 12 PM and is expected to last about 2.5 hours.
With this maintenance, no patch is supposed to be applied, so it is likely that the focus will be on bug fixes. It is very possible that the bug with the wars will be fixed by then.
In general, there were more changes with Patch 1.1 than were presented in the official patch notes. We have gathered the hidden adjustments for you:
In 2009, Riot Games released the MOBA League of Legends, which became a huge hit. In the meantime, there are more highlights in the LoL universe, including the card game Legends of Runeterra and the series Arcane on Netflix. These bring a whole new depth to the lore and create a lot of hype for our editor Alexander Leitsch, who is looking forward to the upcoming MMORPG.
In December 2020, Riot Games announced an MMORPG for League of Legends. Although there is currently no gameplay or in-depth information about the game, the hype is already huge. Because Riot Games is one of the few companies that players trust to deliver the “next big MMORPG.”
In a survey in the news about the LoL MMORPG, 7,821 readers participated on MeinMMO, and a large part is really excited about the game:
73.81%, which translates to over 5,770 readers, stated that their interest in the game is very high.
Another 1,247 players (15.94%) voted for “high interest”.
Only 374 people (4.78%) voted with low or very low interest.
The great interest is also due to the fact that Riot Games has put a lot of love into the story, the characters, and the presentation of the game world. This love can be seen well in LoL, but even more so in the card game Legends of Runeterra and the series Arcane.
And this is important to stand out from the generic MMORPGs of recent years.
Who is speaking here? Alexander Leitsch is the MMORPG expert at MeinMMO and has spent thousands of hours in titles like Guild Wars 2, ESO, and Black Desert. In addition to new MMORPGs that he regularly tries out and writes reports on, he is also active in Teamfight Tactics and Legends of Runeterra, and closely follows the esports scene of LoL.
Note: The article was originally published in August 2021. In November, we revised it because the series Arcane has further increased the anticipation for the LoL MMORPG.
Legends of Runeterra brings the cards to life and that’s great
Those who dive into the game world will encounter many familiar LoL champions, but also their friends or followers. Among these are Poros for the followers of Freljord or soldiers who fight alongside champions from Demacia.
There are also special interactions between the various champions, as well as between the champions and their followers. Through these interactions, not only funny puns and jokes are conveyed, but at times also new lore content about the world of Runeterra is told.
The way the cards interact with each other somehow brings them to life, which I find very successful.
A selection of these interactions can be found in this video by SkinSpotlights:
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Good presentation beyond the game: If you enjoy the trailers and cinematics for League of Legends, you should also check out the YouTube channel for Legends of Runeterra (via YouTube). Because even outside of the card game, there is a lot of love for the LoL universe.
In funny stories or epic cinematics, new champions and expansions for Legends of Runeterra are announced.
The highlight for me is the official launch trailer for the game. BREATHE has a very special atmosphere, complemented by beautiful animations and an epic soundtrack.
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What makes the series so good? Arcane is a series on Netflix that focuses on a small part of the world of Runeterra. It specifically addresses the conflict between the two cities of Zaun and Piltover:
Piltover is the esteemed, wealthy city and has the academy where students from all over the world of Runeterra are sent.
Zaun is the “Undercity.” Here live the common folk and the criminal underworld. Notable characters like Vi, Jinx, Ekko, Singed, and Ziggs come from this very zone.
The series gives the characters a lot of depth and shows an interesting development especially with Jinx, Jayce, and Vi. This is supported by beautiful graphics, a good sound backdrop, and above all, strong dubbing.
Arcane is also understandable for everyone, even if you have no idea about LoL or Legends of Runeterra. For this reason, it immediately reached number 1 in the Netflix charts in 38 countries upon release.
Attention to detail is important to stand out from generic MMORPGs
Why are my hopes for the LoL MMORPG so high? Riot Games shows with League of Legends, Legends of Runeterra, and now also Arcane, the love for detail with which they work and how important the characters and the lore are to them. And that is exactly what is important to stand out from generic MMORPGs.
In my review, I wrote among other things that it is too “generic and somehow soulless.” There is hardly any recognition value, either visually or in terms of content. I can hardly remember the characters from the story or special places, even though I only played the beta just under a week ago.
On the other hand, I can think of hundreds of things about League of Legends and Legends of Runeterra, and the world has somehow left an impression on me.
Everyone knows the successful MMORPGs: The most successful MMORPGs in the West have never been surprises that came out of nowhere, but are always associated with a franchise or a name:
WoW is based on the world of WarCraft
ESO is based on the Elder Scrolls series
Final Fantasy XIV is just one part of a very large and well-known game series
SWTOR uses the Star Wars franchise
Even Guild Wars 2 benefited from the fact that there was already a first part
People often even have a picture of all these games, even if they have never played them. Outside the MMORPG bubble, however, hardly anyone would know ArcheAge, Elyon, or Bless Unleashed. Their trailers, their characters, their artworks, or their lore are not particularly special or interesting enough to stick with players.
What do we know so far about the MMORPG? Not much. Currently, it is only known that it is supposed to take place in the world of Runeterra. Whether it will be a theme park MMO and whether PvP will play a bigger role is still uncertain.
According to Greg “Ghostcrawler” Street, Executive Producer of the LoL MMORPG, the game will need a lot of time to meet the requirements. However, he also said, that players “will not love every feature in it”.
In a tweet, he shared: “We will make some decisions that you may not agree with. Players want different things in their games. That’s a good thing. Some of you might not like the game at all. That’s fine too.”
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What do you think about the LoL MMORPG? Do you have high hopes and if so, why?
Generally, the development of Riot Games and League of Legends is very interesting. From a standalone version of the Warcraft mod Defense of the Ancients, the game has now evolved into a huge universe with its own bands and a massive esports scene.
The Community Day in December 2021 at Pokémon GO will be the highlight of the year for many trainers. You will find the Pokémon from the C-Days in 2021 and 2020 there. In addition, powerful attacks and Mega Energies. We will show you the date, the bonuses, and all Pokémon and content for the Community Day in December.
What Niantic promises: We now know how exactly the Community Day in December at Pokémon GO will play out. It was already clear earlier that the event runs over two days. Now we know what content there is. You can encounter 25 different Pokémon more frequently. In raids, eggs, or also in the wild and through field research. Additionally, the evolutions can learn powerful attacks.
For a Community Day, this is huge, as usually only one Pokémon is the focus on a day. But for the year’s end, the developers regularly come up with a big event. In the overview, we show you all the details about the Community Day in December 2021 with Evoli, Machollo, Kaumalat and other highlights.
Date, Pokémon, Bonuses for Community Day in December 2021
When does it start? The Community Day in December lasts for two days.
On Saturday, December 18, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
On Sunday, December 19, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The times are local.
What bonuses are there?
During the event, incense and lures last for three hours
Half hatch distance for eggs placed in incubators during the event period
Double Stardust for catching Pokémon
Double XP for catching Pokémon
Special bonuses: From Saturday, December 18 at 1:00 PM to Sunday, December 19 at 11:59 PM
25% less Stardust cost for trading Pokémon
One additional special trade per day
Additionally, starting from December 16, there will be another increase in item and Pokémon capacities. The first increase to your bag already occurred in November. Starting from December 16 at 10:00 PM, the maximum capacity of the Pokémon box will increase from 5,000 to 5,500. The item bag capacity will increase at the same time from 4,000 to 4,500.
Pokémon in the wild: The following Pokémon will appear more frequently in the wild during the event time and will be attracted by incense and lures:
Saturday:
Machollo*
Roselia*
Wablu*
Kaumalat*
Serpifeu*
Dartiri*
Sunday:
Evoli*
Zwirrlicht*
Sheinux*
Floink*
Ottaro*
2-km-eggs: During the event days, the Pokémon in the new 2-km eggs will change. They will contain:
Glumanda*
Hornliu*
Abra*
Nebulak*
Rihorn*
Karpador*
Porygon*
Elekid*
Magby*
Samurzel*
Plinfa*
Knospi*
Raids:
Glumanda*
Hornliu*
Abra*
Nebulak*
Rihorn*
Elektek*
Magmar*
Karpador*
Porygon*
Samurzel*
Plinfa*
*Pokémon marked with an asterisk have a chance to appear as Shiny.
Exclusive moves: As you’ve experienced from previous Community Days with exclusive moves, which were available during a certain event period. For the Community Day in December 2021, some moves are returning. Evolve Pokémon from December 17 at 7:00 PM to Monday, December 20 at 7:00 PM, then the Pokémon will learn the following moves:
The Pokémon evolutions with their respective instant or charge moves they can learn
Research and Gift for Community Day in December 2021
Research: As you are used to, for the Community Day in December, you can purchase a special research for €1. Additionally, there will be a timed research that starts on December 18 at 11:00 AM local time and will be active until Monday, December 20 at 10:00 AM local time.
In field research, you can earn Mega Energy for Glurak, Bibor, Gengar, Garados and Altaria.
Event boxes + Gift: From Friday, December 17 at 7:00 PM until Monday, December 20 at 7:00 PM, the following offers apply:
In the shop, there is an event box for 1280 coins containing 50 Ultra Balls, 6 Star Pieces, one Elite Fast TM, and one Elite Charged TM.
Additionally, there is a free box as a gift with 30 Ultra Balls.
Which of the content and Pokémon are you looking forward to the most at the Community Day in December? Let us know your thoughts on the event presentation here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other players.
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Two new models have been extracted from the game data of World of Warcraft Patch 9.2. One of them is the Incubus.
Even though Patch 9.2 Eternity’s End is not yet playable on the PTR, the game data is already available and data miners have begun to uncover the patch’s secrets. Some highlights have already been discovered in the data. Sylvanas Windrunner is getting a new model – and warlocks can summon a sexy Incubus to their side.
Incubus – the alternative to the Succubus: Although Blizzard has been criticized for some changes in World of Warcraft, there was one point that particularly excited warlocks. As an alternative to the well-known Succubus, warlocks can soon summon an Incubus – a male version of this demon.
As was appropriate for the female counterparts, the Incubus is quite scantily clad, has a muscular body that he willingly shows off, and even has significantly more massive wings. As a bonus, this fine demon lord also wields a weapon that can certainly deliver a slap or two to foes.
The Incubus in all its glory. Click to enlarge. Image source: wowhead
The Incubus will presumably be activated via a Glyph. Whether Blizzard will also incorporate some story hints in Patch 9.2 and distribute Incubi more widely in the game world remains to be seen.
In terms of quality and resolution of the model, the Incubus seems – at least at first glance – to be the most elaborate demon so far.
Sylvanas – Broken and in Rags: There is also a new model for Sylvanas Windrunner in Patch 9.2. Not surprisingly, after all, she was defeated in Patch 9.1.5 and subsequently fell into the hands of the leaders of the Horde and Alliance.
Accordingly, she has been stripped of her armor and is only wearing light clothing that clearly resembles the status of a prisoner. Even though her facial expression appears quite aggressive, the overall look is, due to her blue eyes, somewhat softer and significantly less threatening.
Sylvanas’ new model in Patch 9.2. Broken and in rags. Image source: wowhead
We don’t yet know how Sylvanas’ story will continue in Patch 9.2. However, she stands with the heroes and will likely help Thrall and Jaina – whether voluntarily or under duress – to thwart the plans of the Jailer.
In the coming days and weeks, we will learn more about Patch 9.2 Eternity’s End. We will, of course, keep you updated on the most important innovations here at MeinMMO.
What do you think of the new models – and especially the Incubus? A cool extension for warlocks? Or completely unnecessary?
In New World, the major patch 1.1 named “Into the Abyss” has been released. While official patch notes were published, players have found numerous secret changes that were not mentioned anywhere. We at MeinMMO summarize them for you.
Often, they are small changes, such as the replacement of the fountain in Everfall. Instead of a classic fountain, there is now a fountain that many players find rather ugly.
We list the changes that have so far been discovered by players:
You can now trade with other players in expeditions.
Elite chests seem to generally drop less armor and weapons.
There is a new feature to search for stats at the trading post. However, it is not well executed.
Missing materials for legendary recipes such as the Life Crystal Core should now be in the game.
Some gathering nodes of Orichalcum in Everfall have been removed.
The ring Weaver’s Knot, which had Luck as a stat twice, has been adjusted. Other items are also said to have been adjusted so that they no longer have Luck as a stat.
Enemies of the Angry Earth now drop particles instead of Quintessences. However, the number of particles is so high that it nearly balances out with the Quintessences.
The portals of the Corrupted in Myrkgard (an endgame farming zone) now scale stronger. Additionally, there is a new wall at the priest farm, making it harder to jump onto the ledge.
The wall blocking access to Nihilo Visage now has significantly more hit points than before.
The Energy-contributing small ration and the Energy-contributing travel provisions have received new icons.
The color of the faction “The Alliance” has been slightly revised and now looks browner.
Any type of Magnetite can be used to craft rune stones or Abyssal stones (Obsidian).
Heavy attacks with the Life Staff now have a new sound that sounds like heavy breathing.
The new fountain in Everfall does not appeal to everyone.
New World makes life harder for players and that is unusual
How are the changes received? In the reddit thread about the undocumented changes, there is plenty of criticism towards Amazon. Many of these adjustments make life harder for players than before.
Especially the reduced drops in elite chests and the tougher farming in Myrkgard are not well received. Many are puzzled that with declining player numbers, the MMO is made harder and grindier instead of easing the game for players. User Troggy summarized it as follows:
They have changed some things to slow down players so they don’t rush through (the missing) content too quickly. Watermark farming? Nerfed! Experience points while crafting? Nerfed! I think they saw players maxing out their gear score and one or two life skills and then leaving the game.
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New World: New trailer shows the contents of the first major patch
What do you think about the new update and the changes shown here? Can you understand the criticism regarding the increased difficulty in endgame and are you also bothered by it? Feel free to write it in the comments.
Despite declining player numbers, New World remains the number 1 MMORPG on Steam. We took a closer look at the most popular games there:
Battlefield 2042 plans to release a total of 4 Battle Passes in the first year after its release. However, there is currently only limited information available about the contents. Here you will find an overview with all the details that DICE and EA have revealed so far.
Battlefield 2042 will be a live service game. This means: After the release, the shooter will be continuously expanded with new content. Part of the live service will be Battle Passes and Seasons designed to constantly give you reasons to play.
While there are currently no details on the exact content, there have already been some leaks. However, the prices are still unknown. There are experiences from games that use a similar system.
What’s included in the Battle Pass? According to EA, you will only be able to unlock cosmetic items like outfits or weapon skins through the Battle Pass.
What these skins and outfits will look like is currently uncertain. However, EA has already presented the progression system of Battlefield 2042 and showcased some examples of unlockable cosmetics (via ea.com):
These skins can be unlocked through regular means. We currently do not know which ones are included in the Battle Pass.
Battlefield 2042 Battle Pass – Costs and Contents
How much does a Battle Pass cost? No official price has been stated yet. In other multiplayer shooters, a Battle Pass usually costs around 10 euros. It is likely that Battlefield 2042 will be in a similar range.
Based on the price for the Year-1 Pass, we can also conclude that 10 euros is a realistic price for the Battle Pass.
The Year-1 Pass includes the four Seasons of Battlefield 2042, each of which comes with a Battle Pass. The total package costs 40 euros, without extra content.
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This is how the Battle Passes work: The Battle Passes have a paid and a free path. This way you can unlock new content without spending real money. However, if you really want everything, you will need to purchase the Battle Passes.
There will be a total of four different Battle Passes in the first year.
Each Battle Pass runs for a period of 3 months.
It is only about cosmetic gimmicks and similar items.
Each Battle Pass is supposed to offer 100 levels.
The Battle Passes are always released together with a new Season, which brings additional content for everyone for free. All expansions of the actual game will be released as part of the Seasons, separate from the Battle Pass.
This is what we know so far about the Seasons: There is hardly any official information about it. Industry insider Tom Henderson has, however, published a leak some time ago that presents the supposed contents. It is said that in every Season there will be new specialists, maps, and more.
What’s included in a Season? According to Henderson, the following contents are expected:
Seasons will indeed be released with all content for free. The only thing that will cost you money is the paid part of the Battle Pass.
Keep in mind that this content comes from a leak and has not been officially confirmed. From EA or DICE, we have not yet received more detailed information about the content of the Seasons or the Battle Pass.
When is Battlefield 2042 released? The release is on November 19 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, and PS4.
When does the first Season start? According to EA, the Seasons will start at the beginning of next year. So don’t expect it before 2022.
What do you think about EA and DICE’s update plan? Do you think this model will work? Or would you have preferred a different one?
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Two new transmogs are available in the shop of World of Warcraft, with steep prices. Cute Murlocs are free for subscribers though…
It hasn’t been long since the World of Warcraft community expressed their outrage over a new mount appearing in Blizzard’s MMO shop. Now, just hours ago, there are two new offers in the WoW in-game store, likely of interest to transmog collectors and Murloc lovers.
What’s new? In total, two new “sets” of items have made it into the shop, sparking discussions once again. These are:
Murloc Baby Totem: A set of 3 differently colored Murlocs that you can carry in a half shell on your back. Quite cute and definitely a head-turner, but it comes with a hefty price of €15 for all 3 colors.
The Murlocs are extremely cute.
Skywatcher’s Ensemble: A complete set for transmogrification that is mostly suitable for cloth wearers due to its appearance. The set’s “star” effects somewhat resemble bosses like Algalon and look quite impressive visually. However, it comes at a price of €20.
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Murlocs are free with a subscription: As usual, signing up for a 6-month subscription comes with a bonus. This time, it’s the little Murlocs as transmogrification for your cloak. Those who already have an active subscription for 6 months or are signing up now should have the Murlocs unlocked in the next few days. Generally, it can take a couple of days. So, if you do not find the Murlocs immediately in your cloak collection, just be a little patient.
More current news about World of Warcraft can be found here:
Community reacts (once again) outraged: Not surprisingly, the timing of this release is not well received by players. Whether on the subreddit or major sites like wowhead, most are astonished that Blizzard is releasing such content almost simultaneously with the flare-up of new scandals. Some point out, however, that the dates for such releases are likely planned weeks in advance.
However, there are also voices that are satisfied with the offers. The Murlocs are unanimously described as “quite cute” and the transmog set is also well received. However, it is criticized that this set has no cut-outs, for example for Night Elf ears or Draenei horns. This was better and more elaborately done in one of the previous sets.
What do you think about the changes in the shop and the timing? Will you treat yourself to something from this? Or will such cosmetics definitely not make it into your wardrobe?
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Employees of Activision Blizzard have signed an official petition calling for the resignation of CEO Bobby Kotick. He is alleged to have known about the company’s misconduct but kept it from the board. Furthermore, he allegedly once threatened to have an assistant killed.
This is the situation:
The Wall Street Journal has published a report stating that Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick was aware of the allegations of sexual abuse against the company. However, instead of fighting them, he is said to have settled out of court. He also allegedly kept these events from the board.
Now, many employees have also openly spoken out against the CEO.
“We no longer have trust in Bobby Kotick’s leadership”
What kind of petition is this? As reported by Kotaku, the petition was created by the ABK Workers Alliance – a group of employees advocating for labor rights at Activision, Blizzard, and King – (via Kotaku.com).
It received 1,211 signatures from employees, which is about 12% of Activision Blizzard’s total workforce.
What is so special about the petition? This was not an anonymous collection of signatures; each employee signed publicly with their name. They are clearly and deliberately standing against Kotick, which could have consequences if the petition is unsuccessful.
The petition states:
We, the signatories, have no trust left in Bobby Kotick’s leadership as CEO of Activision Blizzard. The information that has come to light regarding his behavior and practices in leading our companies contradicts the culture and integrity that we expect from our leadership and stands in direct opposition to the initiatives launched by our colleagues.
We call for Bobby Kotick to resign from his position as CEO of Activision Blizzard and for shareholders to be allowed to choose a new CEO without Bobby’s involvement, from whom we know he holds a significant portion of the shareholders’ voting rights.
The ABK Workers Alliance has also launched a public petition where Activision Blizzard fans can sign for a demand for Kotick’s resignation (via Change.org). As of now (7:40 AM), over 10,500 people have signed.
The board still stands by Kotick
Why is the petition even necessary? The Wall Street Journal article about Bobby Kotick went online on November 16th. Later that day, the board of Activision Blizzard publicly expressed its support for Kotick.
This was followed by the first employee strikes, criticism from shareholders, and now the petition. A response to this has yet to come.
Even MeinMMO editor-in-chief Leya Jankowski has commented on the situation at Activision Blizzard. She expects that many talents will leave the company if Kotick does not:
No matter which class or build you are playing in Diablo 2 Resurrected: one item is always needed, the Hellfire Torch. However, it is difficult to obtain. MeinMMO explains what makes it so powerful and how you can get it.
What kind of item is this? The Hellfire Torch is an extremely popular item in Diablo 2. It is considered one of the best items overall and enhances each of the 7 classes in the game. However, level 75 is required.
As a “buff”, you don’t even have to equip it. It is enough to have it in your inventory to benefit from the powerful effects of the torch. Among players, it is cynically referred to as one of the items that you absolutely need for your builds (via reddit.com).
What makes the torch so strong? The torch gives you a strong bonus to stats and resistances, as well as access to the Hydra spell (level 30, 10 charges). What makes it particularly powerful is the 5% chance to trigger Firestorm (level 10) on an attack.
This ability is not accessible to any class, but belongs to the final boss of the base game: Diablo. Accordingly, it is very strong. In addition to these effects, the torch is one of the so-called +skill items, which are particularly valuable.
It raises the level of skills by +3. The selection is random and does not necessarily need to match the class you are currently playing. Therefore, the strongest torch is the one that corresponds to your class.
In any case, the torch is mandatory for every build if you want to get the absolute maximum out of your class. However, to obtain it, you must complete a long and arduous quest.
How do I get the torch? To obtain the Hellfire Torch, you must complete the “Pandemonium Event”. At the end of it, there is a battle against the so-called Uber-bosses, which are even used as benchmarks by speedrunners.
First of all, you need to reach the difficulty level “Hell”. You can’t do that in the first playthrough. Here you need to farm keys, three copies each from three different keys:
Key of Terror from the Countess in Act 1, Black Marsh, Forgotten Tower Level 5
Key of Hate from the Summoner in Act 2, Secret Refuge
Key of Destruction from Nihlathak in Act 5, Halls of Pain, Halls of Vaught
The drop rate is quite low. Play in a team to increase your chances of getting a key.
You need to combine these 3 keys in the Horadric Cube while you are in Harrogath (Act 5) on Hell difficulty. This will open portals where you can find the Uber-bosses.
How do I complete the event? You should open all 3 portals in the same game, as the selection is random. This guarantees you will reach all 3 required areas:
Matron’s Den: Here you will find Lilith (or: Uber-Andariel). You need Diablo’s Horn from her.
Forgotten Sands: Here you will find Uber-Duriel. You need Baal’s Eye from him.
Forge of Pain: Here you will find Uber-Izual. You need Mephisto’s Brain from him.
The bosses are a great challenge. It’s best to learn their patterns and abilities from their “normal” versions. Once you have found the 3 organs, you need to combine them again in the cube. This will open a portal to Uber-Tristram. In the center of the city, Uber-Baal, Uber-Mephisto, and Pandemonium-Diablo are waiting.
You must defeat these 3 bosses simultaneously. They are the biggest challenge in the game, so prepare well. As a reward, the Hellfire Torch awaits you.
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This is what Uber-Tristram looks like in the video from expert Dbrunski.
Hellfire Torch – A Must for Every Build
No matter which class you play or which build you look at: Every guide will recommend the Hellfire Torch if you want to get the maximum out of your class. We have already presented some builds for you on MeinMMO:
However, the crux with the torch is that you probably won’t really need it once you have obtained it. Because many more challenges won’t confront you anymore – except perhaps for more farming.
In CoD: Warzone the Plunder mode is currently gone again. MeinMMO shows you when “Plunder” will return to the game.
Update November 20, 2021: Plunder has indeed returned to the game and is currently available in the playlist. Even together with a double XP event.
What does the current playlist in Warzone look like? Anyone looking in the patch notes for Call of Duty: Warzone may notice that something is missing: The Plunder mode is gone from the current playlist from November 18 to 24, 2021.
What is Plunder? In the Plunder mode, things get pretty hectic. There are quick respawns after just 15 seconds and you collect tons of cash from contracts and supply drops. Whoever has the most money after 30 minutes or when the million timer runs out wins. Additionally, you can take your entire loadout into the match and do not lose it upon death.
What comes instead? There isn’t even the kill variant “Blood Money”. Instead, you will find “Tank Royale 4” an insane mode with customizable trucks.
When will Plunder return? In fact, the classic Plunder is not gone forever. As it stands, Plunder will return in the week from November 24 to 30.
What is Blood Money? This mode is basically the same as Plunder. However, you also earn money if the opponent had none and generally get more cash for kills. Eliminations are thus rewarded more heavily and a round ends faster as the winning amount is reached in a shorter time.
Fans love Plunder to level up
Why do players love Plunder? The Plunder mode is extremely popular for leveling weapons quickly. Therefore, there is always an uproar, when developers remove the popular mode.
A user on reddit summarized during a previous disappearance of Plunder what was so good about the mode:
In Plunder, you still get a decent amount of XP for the weapon when you eliminate a team
Overall, there is much more XP at the end of the match in Plunder
The game is very dynamic and it is not just about camping and sniping
Other players on reddit agree and praise Plunder. The following comment summarizes it well:
I wanted to bring a friend into Warzone by playing a few Plunder games with him. Picking up contracts, testing equipment, fighting other teams we encounter, and getting to know the general layout of the map. […]. Yes, Plunder is an XP farm, but it is also a way for players to learn how Warzone works. […] If you jump into BR right away, you learn nothing at all. You get smashed before you even know what you’re doing.
Call of Duty: Vanguard was just getting boring for MeinMMO editor Jürgen Horn, when suddenly the map Shipment returned to the game and changed everything! Read here why this map is simply cult.
Call of Duty Vanguard captivated me at release like no game has in a long time. The previous installments didn’t really excite me, but in Vanguard the campaign as well as the shooting and leveling in multiplayer were a lot of fun.
At least until the developers took my favorite map away from me.
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Everything you need to know about the new Call of Duty: Vanguard – in 2 minutes
This is why Vanguard suddenly got boring
I had almost exclusively farmed the chaotic little map “The House”, which was specially available in a 24/7 playlist. There I could farm kills and level my weapons late into the night in absurd blitz pacing.
Eventually, I knew every corner of the house by heart and had leveled numerous weapons and operators.
But then there was a switch in playlists and the house was only part of a random map rotation. That was unsatisfactory for me because I really just wanted to “house”.
Zombies are not an alternative!
“Oh well,” I said, “then I’ll play the zombie mode, that should be nice too.” Well, what more can I say? Except perhaps that the zombie mode feels like the developers realized in a meeting just before release that somehow no one had done anything about the zombies. Then they quickly tacked a crude game mode without any real goals or surprises into the game.
After what felt like 2 hours of dull gameplay, in which I had wiped out three different types of zombies in three different missions in large numbers, I found it really stupid and tried something completely different the next evening.
I feel like I have shot this zombie a dozen times already.
No CoD is also not a solution!
Since the early access to Battlefield 2042 recently started, I tried this game instead. But compared to my first rounds in BF, even the terribly boring zombie matches were more exciting.
Somehow I got lost on the absurdly large maps and when I did encounter enemies, they were usually in greater numbers or well barricaded and I was killed numerous times by campers. And even if I had the upper hand, annoying rubber banding effects and other glitches quickly drained the fun away.
Maybe Battlefield 2042 is fun in teams or after a while of adjustment. But the lengthy battles on huge maps are really not for me. I want fast action where one wild fight follows another and you are back in the middle of the chaos right after respawn.
And that is still best provided by CoD, even without a reliable stay in the house. So I started CoD just before midnight, maybe I would get lucky and the house would be randomly in the rotation.
Battlefield 2042 may also have its moments, but often there’s a lot of downtime in between.
The first map where I felt like a real warrior!
And then I saw it! Where the “The House” playlist had been before, now stood Shipment 24/7! Shipment! That’s not just a trigger word for me, because this legendary map has been a hit among CoD fans since 2007.
For me, it has a particularly special meaning. Because in 2007 I played my first CoD with Modern Warfare. After I had completed the grand campaign, I played the multiplayer mode, but I quickly became a victim on most maps and my opponents farmed me like a field of potatoes.
Except on Shipment. I wasn’t exactly a top player there either, but on the small, compact map where enemies could suddenly appear from any side, I had enough opportunities to get a few kills.
I even earned my first killstreak here in my life and was incredibly proud of myself. On Shipment, I earned my stripes, so to speak, and for the first time felt like a real warrior and not just a farm potato victim!
The fascination of Shipment: It’s glorious chaos!
With trembling fingers and shining eyes, I clicked on the Shipment playlist and it was even crazier than I could have imagined in my wildest dreams. I was thrown into a wild team deathmatch round that was already in full swing.
I hardly even had time to study the Vanguard version of the map because something was always exploding, somewhere something was always burning, bullets were flying around me and in all that chaos, numerous wild attack dogs were running around, tearing everything and everyone apart.
This is what the new Shipment looks like when it’s not exploding, on fire, or overrun by dogs!
I had hardly spawned when a killstreak bomb fell on my head and the next spawn was eaten by a dog. Shortly after, I managed to wipe out three careless people with the MG42, only to be shot in the back by enemy number 4.
All of this was so wild, so chaotic, and so wonderfully ridiculous that I immediately started another round. And then another, and another, and another. The good old Shipment feeling was back. Only thanks to blitz combat pacing, it was literally turned up to 11 and wilder than ever before.
I just love it and can’t wait for the evening when my son is in bed, because then I’ll return to Shipment, where explosions, bullets flying, and wild dogs are already waiting for me.
If you’re also excited for straightforward action and Shipment chaos, then get ready! Because right now you can download Vanguard for free and play in multiplayer. And yes, that includes Shipment! And to make the fun factor completely turned up to 11, the developers have created a special playlist that consists only of Shipment and The House and also offers double experience points during the free weekend. See you in the chaos zone!
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For the release of Battlefield 2042, the multiplayer shooter will offer a crossplay feature. However, there will be some limitations. MeinMMO explains how it is supposed to work.
What is crossplay actually? This is a feature that allows you to play with other players regardless of the platform you are on.
For example, if you are playing on PC, you can then also start matches with console players using crossplay. Battlefield 2042 will also feature crossplay – but not for everyone.
For which platforms is Battlefield 2042 available? The shooter is available for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4, and PS5. While crossplay will be possible, it will not be available between all the mentioned platforms. Technical reasons lead to some limitations.
Battlefield 2042 Crossplay – Can PS4 and PS5 play together?
This is how crossplay works: Players are essentially divided into two groups with crossplay, which can play across platforms:
PC, Xbox Series X | S, and PlayStation 5 form the first group and can play among themselves.
PC and console players can then decide whether they want to play with the respective other platform.
The other group consists of Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
Why these two groups? Battlefield 2042 is a cross-gen title and is also coming to the old consoles. However, the technical differences between the old console generation and the new one are significant.
Therefore, the PS4 and Xbox One versions, for example, have significantly lower player counts and smaller maps. The new consoles can handle battles with up to 128 players, while Xbox One and PS4 can only support up to 64 players.
Progress and in-game purchases can be transferred to other platforms
Your progress will apparently be cross-platform as EA claims that Battlefield will also offer cross-progression.
What does that mean? For example, those who have played Battlefield on a PS4 can simply take their unlocked items and other progress to another platform. Apparently, there will also be a new feature that EA calls “Cross-Commerce”.
What is Cross-Commerce? This feature will allow you to take your purchased in-game items from Battlefield 2042 to any platform. Thus, for example, you can take your battle pass from one console to another.
When is Battlefield 2042 released? Battlefield 2042 has been playable for all buyers since November 19. All info can be found in our detailed overview of the shooter.
Call of Duty: Vanguard offers various maps, weapons, and game modes for its players. Learn here on MeinMMO what there is to play in Call of Duty: Vanguard.
How many modes and maps are there? The latest CoD game Vanguard currently offers 17 6v6 maps and 8 multiplayer game modes.
The new cooperative zombie mode, which literally describes the beginnings of the zombie threat with the episode “The Beginning”.
The regular multiplayer mode, which offers seven additional modes plus the special Champion Hill mode at launch.
For more information about CoD Vanguard, you can find this video here on MeinMMO.
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Call of Duty: Vanguard in 12 Minutes – THE Check just before Release
What’s behind the maps and game modes
What multiplayer modes are coming? As mentioned at the beginning, there are seven core and hardcore modes. The various multiplayer game modes are:
Free for All: This game mode is a massive slaughter, as everyone fights against everyone.
Team Deathmatch: Here you fight in a team against all other teams.
Kill Confirmed: Here, dead players leave a dog tag. Only when it’s collected does the kill count. On the other hand, you can deny opponents kills by collecting your fallen comrades’ tags in time.
Domination: Here you have to capture all control points on the map and hold them long enough.
Search and Destroy: This mode is reminiscent of Counter-Strike, as you need to either destroy a specific target or prevent its destruction.
Hardpoint: Random locations appear on the map that must be captured quickly. After some time, the location disappears and reappears elsewhere.
Patrol:This completely new mode is similar to Hardpoint, only the capture point does not disappear and reappear but constantly moves.
As a special feature, all these modes can be enhanced with the brand-new Combat Pacings. There are three options, each significantly increasing team sizes and thus creating epic chaos:
Tactical: Classic CoD experience with 6v6 players
Assault: Between 20 – 28 players brawl on a map
Blitz: Between 28 and 48 players can really get going on a map
In addition, the Champions Hill mode will be available. This is a type of tournament. You enter with 12 team lives and fight against regularly changing opponents. Once you have used up all your lives, you exit the game.
Overall, there are 8 teams starting, and the final team wins. Additionally, you can earn money to upgrade your gear.
What maps can you expect? A proud 16 maps were available at the release of CoD Vanguard. That’s a lot, and just 2 weeks later another popular map Shipment was added. The following maps are currently in the game:
Hotel Royal: This map is a hotel map with 2 levels in the heart of Paris.
Gavutu: This map offers a fiercely contested Pacific island.
Red Star: Here you fight in the ruins of winter Stalingrad.
Eagle’s Nest: Players get a small map on a mountain peak in the Alps. It is the Kehlsteinhaus in Berchtesgaden.
Castle: This is a remake of a map from CoD: World at War. The fight takes place in a Japanese castle.
Dome: Another remake map where you engage in fierce battles in a small hall.
Bocage: A map in France where you battle a devastated farmhouse.
The House: This cool map is located in Germany and features a training course where Nazi special units practice capturing the White House.
Decoy: This map is a fake village where your soldiers can shoot each other.
Demyansk: A map in Russia where you fight for a village.
Dessert Siege: A map in North Africa at the Suez Canal. Expect dunes and houses with flat roofs.
Numa Numa: A small map in the Pacific with an MG nest in the middle.
Oasis: Another desert map where Allied forces ambush the Nazis in an oasis.
Sub Pens: In this small map, you fight in a German submarine bunker.
Tuscan: This map is about capturing an Italian village in Tuscany.
Battle of Berlin: This large city map takes place in Berlin shortly before the end of the Third Reich. You can expect brutal house-to-house combat in the ruins of the Nazi capital.
Shipment: This popular map has been featured in CoD games since 2007 and lets you experience absurd chaos in close quarters. It is MeinMMO author Jürgen Horn’s favorite map.
These weapons await you at launch
What weapons are available? Maps and game modes are nice and all, but what does Vanguard offer to take each other down? The following weapons and weapon classes will be available at launch:
Assault Rifles
These are the assault rifles at launch: These seven assault rifles are included at launch. They are solid all-round weapons that are useful in almost every situation.
These SMGs are available: Submachine guns are compact weapons that are often impressive due to their high rate of fire. The following 6 SMGs are in the game. Top loadouts for the SMGs can be found here.
MP40
Sten
M1928
PPSH-41
Owen Gun
Type 100
Light Machine Guns (LMGs)
These are the LMGs: Light machine guns have a large magazine and plenty of power. They are ideal for providing cover fire for a team and keeping large hordes of enemies at bay. Four such weapons will be available at launch.
These snipers are in the game: If you like taking out enemies from a distance, grab one of these three weapons.
3-Line Rifle
Kar98k
Mosin-Nagant
Marksman Rifles
These weapons are available: These are precision weapons that are more tactically versatile than sniper rifles but don’t reach their long range. Three such weapons will be available at launch.
M1 Garand
Gewehr-43
SVT-40
Shotguns
These shotguns are offered by Vanguard: Shotguns are brutal weapons for close combat, allowing you to take down enemies effectively. Four of them are already available at launch.
Revolving Shotgun
Combat Shotgun
Gracey Auto
Double Barrel
Pistols
These are the pistols: If you don’t have a better weapon at hand, you have to make do with a pistol. There are five of them available at the start of the game.
RATT
Webley Revolver
Machine Pistol
M1911
P.08 Luger
Melee Weapons
Here’s how to take down enemies in close combat: If you enjoy smashing your enemies in hand-to-hand combat, you’ll appreciate these two melee weapons in the game.
Combat Knife
FS Fighting Knife
Ballistic Shield
Launchers
These heavy weapons are offered by Vanguard: If you like to make some noise, use one of the four launchers. They fire explosive projectiles.
Panzerschreck
M1 Bazooka
Panzerfaust
MKT1 Launcher
That’s all about the weapons and the multiplayer content in the game. With the integration into Warzone, there will also be a completely new map in the Pacific for the Battle Royale spin-off.
Mid-December will see the release of the new expansion “Legacy of the Sith” for the MMORPG Star Wars: The Old Republic. MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch attended a preview event for the expansion and received new information and answers to some questions from the developers.
What kind of expansion is this? In December, SWTOR celebrates its 10th anniversary. Accordingly, the new expansion “Legacy of the Sith” is set to continue the story of Darth Malgus. Highlights of the expansion include:
The operation R-4 anomaly, which will be released shortly after the expansion’s launch
Additionally, the update is intended to be the start of a series of events and further content updates. Overall, the developers are currently planning content for at least 10 more years, as they revealed to us in conversation.
When will “Legacy of the Sith” be released? The release is set for December 14, 2021.
Who will find the expansion interesting? The expansion is primarily aimed at fans of the game. They will receive a continuation of the story, new quests and dungeons, new housing, and many other adjustments.
However, it also represents a good opportunity to start fresh with SWTOR. This is largely due to the overhaul of the classes, the adjustments to loot, and the new legendary gear. These elements reduce some frustration from the game and allow you to catch up to the veterans of the MMORPG more quickly.
Continuation of the story, but also significant revisions – What’s in the expansion
What new content can we expect? Players can especially look forward to a continuation of the story from Onslaught. The expansion begins on Manaan, an ocean planet. The Sith have invaded Manaan. The planet is expected to be generally dark, windy, and very chaotic.
However, you will constantly be moving on land. Swimming will still not be a feature in SWTOR.
The second major story block occurs in the new flashpoint Elom. Flashpoints are essentially dungeons that narrate an important part of the story. In this particular case, it involves Darth Malgus examining ancient Sith ruins. To ensure that players without a group can handle this content, there is a story mode for solo players.
In the story content, you should encounter some familiar faces from previous updates and expansions, including Tau Idair, Major Anri, or Lana Beniko. However, the focus is on the Sith Darth Malgus, who already appeared in Onslaught and aims to end the struggle for power between Jedi and Sith.
Tau Idair is one of the characters you will meet again in the new expansion.
What gameplay changes are there? The biggest change concerns loot:
You will no longer obtain new gear through drops but via quests, weekly missions, the group finder, or directly through PvP.
Bosses will drop a currency that you can use to purchase new gear.
Glory and random drops will be removed with patch 7.0.
However, as random drops, there will still be random rewards and vanity items.
Alongside the changes to loot, the class system will be adjusted. You will now be able to freely choose your combat style within your type – either Tech or Force:
Troopers will now have access to all kinds of weapons, such as sniper rifles, which was not the case before.
All Jedi Knights, on the other hand, will gain access to combat styles such as Guardian, Sentinel, Sage, or Shadow over the course of the game.
Sith players can choose between the combat styles Juggernaut, Marauder, Sorcerer, or Assassin.
Another innovation lies in the legendary gear. Each player can simultaneously wear 2 legendary armor pieces, each providing a unique effect. These bonuses will replace the set bonuses in the game. Here, newcomers particularly benefit, as they will be able to receive legendary gear directly instead of having to farm sets.
This is how dark and stormy it gets on the planet Manaan.
The anniversary will be celebrated in grand style: As the developers announced, the expansion is set to kick off a major anniversary celebration. After all, it marks the 10th birthday.
Throughout the year, there will be events, livestreams, and new content.
One of these is the new operation R-4 anomaly, which is expected to come immediately after patch 7.0. This will involve hardcore group content with various difficulty levels in SWTOR.
This time, it promises to be dark and mysterious, with even some horror elements planned. Players will explore a base built by the Empire on an asteroid.
What’s next for SWTOR after the expansion? The developers emphasized to us that there are plans for SWTOR for the next 10 years. So, an end to SWTOR is not in sight yet.
How is SWTOR doing overall? Star Wars: The Old Republic is a free-to-play MMORPG, but with restrictions. For all content beyond level 60, you have to pay or opt for a subscription that provides access to all content during the paid time.
Moreover, the game shows its age. The combat system is classic tab-targeting, where abilities also cause a global cooldown. You can only use one ability at a time.
Graphically, it is evident that it was released in 2011. It cannot compete with modern games like Black Desert or New World. However, it has an incredibly deep focus on story and is a treat for any Star Wars fan.
Story is the highlight of the game: In SWTOR, every main quest is fully voiced and constantly offers you the opportunity to make a choice. At many points, you can even flirt with characters or enter into relationships with them. You also have multiple chances to spare enemies or to take them down – whether Jedi or Sith. This adds a special something to the story.
For those starting with SWTOR now, there are hundreds of quests and story content, multiple dungeons, and various PvP content. These are expected to fill up again with the launch of the “Legacy of the Sith” expansion. Currently, players queuing for PvP content already have to wait several minutes for a match to start.
Although “Legacy of the Sith” primarily targets fans of SWTOR, it is also worth a look for players who are currently searching for a new MMORPG. Many core elements of the game are being revised, which is particularly beneficial for newcomers. Especially the removal of luck in loot is an interesting way to better reward players and reduce frustration in the game. Class changes are also a good modification that can reduce the number of necessary twinks.
In SWTOR, especially fans of good stories will find enjoyment, as is typical with BioWare games. The dialogues are well implemented, and the English localization is more than acceptable. The stories are also embedded in the Star Wars universe, which is a highlight for nerds like me.
Veterans will undoubtedly get the expansion, as we all want to know how the story of Darth Malgus continues and how the new flashpoints and the operation will play out.
However, the most exciting aspect will be the events and updates BioWare will release in 2022. After all, the developers have promised a fireworks display of new features to celebrate the 10th anniversary. My Star Wars heart is already racing with anticipation.
Alexander Leitsch
MMORPG expert at MeinMMO
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
