RPG on Steam turns an ordinary fisherman into a legendary hero, now the developer grants tough bosses

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 2 minutes

In the role-playing game Nice Day for Fishing on Steam, you must develop from a fisherman to the hero of a small town as the catch starts to fight back. Now the developers are releasing a new free update that makes the fishy enemies even nastier.

What kind of game is this? With Nice Day for Fishing from FusionPlay, it’s a 2D pixel-style role-playing game where you, as a simple fisherman, must save your hometown when things start going wrong. Equipped with a fishing rod, you must face nasty enemies in fishing battles, arm yourself with the right bait, and execute perfect attacks with the right timing to become the hero.

The game receives a very positive rating on Steam (88% of user reviews are positive) and is praised by players especially for its humor. Behind the game is a group of YouTubers who maintain a similar tone in their video projects that is worthy of a fisherman’s fight against nasty fish.

Now the role-playing game is receiving a new free update that brings not only worse enemies into play.

Here you see the trailer for Nice Day for Fishing on Steam:

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New Trailer for Nice Day for Fishing Reveals Release Date

The nasty fish will get even nastier

What does the new update include? The developers of Nice Day for Fishing are giving their players with the second update of the game additional content that brings seasonal events to the town of Honeywood, but also new challenges.

After the developers made life in the game easier with fast travel portals after the first update, they now want to introduce something more dangerous – in the form of new elite enemies.

These elite enemies are not only stronger but also require a bit more finesse and strategy to defeat.

In addition to the new enemies, the update also includes a new workshop in the center of Honeywood, as well as sails made from scales that can give the boats better base and sprint speed, but also delay and braking power.

What else can players expect? The developers report in a press release available to MeinMMO that with the update, a secret boss may appear who is one of the most powerful enemies in the entire game – if you can find him.

This boss is quite well hidden and can only be found by fishermen who pay close attention.

Nevertheless, one should take on the search, because those who defeat this boss can expect a proper reward befitting a professional fisherman.

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Nice Day for Fishing from Fishing is available on Steam, for the PS5 and Nintendo Switch, and promises a completely different kind of fishing everyday life. MeinMMO editor Sophia Weiß has also given the game a chance, even though she usually doesn’t enjoy the main mechanic of the game – or at least she thought that before she tested it: In a new role-playing game on Steam, I enjoy exactly what I hate in every MMORPG

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ARC Raiders invites 190,000 players to crash the servers; now the devs explain the 4 things they want to improve.

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 3 minutes

The developers of the new shooter ARC Raiders welcomed 190,000 players simultaneously to their server test. Now the developers explain which 4 things they want to improve before the release.

What kind of game is this? ARC Raiders is an upcoming extraction shooter from developer studio Embark, which already made waves with their first shooter The Finals. The shooter officially launches on October 30, 2025, on Steam, but players were allowed to test the game during the server slam weekend between October 17 and 20.

In ARC Raiders, it’s all about nasty robots that have conquered the Earth’s surface. As a brave raider, you still venture there to loot and complete tasks. Along the way, you encounter not only the hostile machines but also other players who are, as usual, not always peaceful.

Recently, all players who wanted to could try the new shooter during a major server slam for a weekend. According to SteamDB, almost 190,000 players joined the servers at the same time. The developers have now released a new update and explained what they learned from it.

Here you can watch the trailer for ARC Raiders:

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ARC Raiders: Der Extraction-Shooter auf Steam und PS5 zeigt einen neuen Trailer, lässt sich jetzt vorbestellen

Four things that will change by release

What have the developers learned? The developers of ARC Raiders have published a statement on ArcRaiders.com, naming four points that will change before the release.

The first point concerns server stability. It has already been improved during the test, and they are continuing to work on fixing further instabilities that arose during testing.

There will also be a nerf. The developers explain as the second point that they want to nerf the vision of the flying ARCs. During the test, it was noticed that the robots could see through bushes and trees, which made them too strong. At release, they will no longer have this ability.

The third point concerns the so-called “Dam Tower.” The tower was too easily reached by players in the beta, which is not the point of it. Therefore, the path to it will become a bit more difficult.

As the last point, the developers mention changes to the graphics. Those who have tested ARC Raiders before the server slam may have noticed that the graphics had deteriorated slightly. This happened for performance reasons, but they will take another look at the issue and find the right balance between good looks and performance.

Community is excited and has demands

What does the community think about the changes? The four changes are well received by the community. Players are generally hyped about the shooter and want to start as soon as possible. However, there are concerns about change number 4.

Reddit user James_bd explains that the developers should definitely not hide bushes on low graphics settings. Stealth in the game is very important. Other users also complain about this on Reddit:

  • User o_oli writes: “Yes, I tried it so many times and failed to hide in the foliage only to get shot. That is SUPER frustrating. I must have really looked dumb to everyone with low settings crouching out in the open landscape, lol.”
  • User middle1984 has experienced this too: “Trust me, you weren’t the only one who thought bushes would provide cover. Most probably thought that. I thought maybe the ARCs had heat sensors.”
  • User Steve44465 explains why this is a problem: “The fact that a large part of the game revolves around stealth and hiding, but different graphics options cause the positions of the foliage to change, is just bad. I hope they fix this and simply reduce the detail accuracy of the bushes instead of moving them to other areas of the map.”
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ARC Raiders is eagerly awaited by many players, also making it a competitor to the founder of the “Escape from Tarkov” genre. The competitor launches just two weeks later, putting it in direct competition with ARC Raiders. More about the release of Escape from Tarkov can be found here: As soon as Escape from Tarkov reveals its start on Steam, one of its biggest rivals follows up with an earlier release

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“For the fan in me, it is indescribable” – A YouTuber will participate in the new dubbing of One Piece on Netflix

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 2 minutes

The new German dubbing of One Piece on Netflix is now being supported by a content creator who is not only a huge fan but also wants to do justice to the anime with his own contribution.

Which content creator is being referred to? It is the content creator and YouTuber Nino “ninotakutv” Kerl, who publishes weekly anime news and other content about Japanese pop culture on his YouTube channel. He has already teased that he is involved in the new dubbing of One Piece on Netflix, but wanted to wait for another time to share the details – and that time has now arrived.

ninotakutv is part of the Webedia network, which also includes MeinMMO.

Ninotakutv announced with a post on his Instagram that he will officially work as a specialist and consultant for the German dubbing for Netflix. This means that he will check the dialogue scripts for accuracy and continuity, collaborate with the direction and editing, and work with the writing team and voice actors. He says that he wants to honor “the fans and the work of Oda-sensei” with his role (ninotakutv on Instagram).

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After a year of silence, he can now share more

What does ninotakutv want to achieve with his work? The content creator explains in his Instagram post that in addition to his work as a specialist and consultant, he will accompany the recordings on social media and keep all fans updated on YouTube, as he is now closely involved in the events.

Regarding the new German dubbing of the anime, he reveals that the new version will include some changes. It is intended to align more closely with the Japanese original, while also fixing some errors. You can learn more about the announced changes here on MeinMMO.

Nino also mentions further details on his YouTube channel that will be changed in the new dubbing:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04OPsL3TddY

What does the content creator say about this task? Ninotakutv is absolutely relieved that after a year in which he was not allowed to say anything on the subject, he can finally reveal the news. As an anime enthusiast, journalist, and creator, it has been a very long time.

To be involved in one of the biggest pop culture phenomena of our time deeply honors him, as he expresses on Instagram: “For the ‘One Piece’ fan in me who has followed the series since childhood, this is simply indescribable.”

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Starting from November 15, 2025, the first 16 episodes will be released as an HD remaster and the new dubbing on Netflix, where the live-action adaptation of the anime can also be seen. The second season of the series is also expected to be released soon. You can find out more about it here on MeinMMO: One Piece Season 2: Release, Trailer and Cast for the Netflix Series

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is new, but players will have to wait longer for Elden Ring than expected

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

Defeating bosses in Elden Ring, for which the Nintendo Switch 2 should receive its own version. However, the developers now explain that it will take a bit longer to wait for that.

What kind of game is this? With “Elden Ring Tarnished Edition,” the developers of the popular game wanted to release their own version for the Nintendo Switch 2. This version was supposed to include not only the base game and the large expansion “Shadow of the Erdtree” but also additional content such as new armors, weapons, and a new customization option for the mount.

While the additional content was to be released for existing platforms as well, all players now have to wait longer than planned.

Here you can watch the trailer for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree:

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Elden Ring shows the DLC ‘Shadow of the Erdtree’ in the story trailer

New console and still problems

What have the developers announced? The developers of Elden Ring have announced that the “Tarnished Edition” of their game will no longer be released in 2025. They are postponing the release of the game for the time being.

As a reason, they clearly cite performance issues on the new Nintendo Switch 2. Although the developers do not directly state that the console has too poor performance, the fact that the 3-year-old Elden Ring from 2022 runs on PC, PS5, Xbox, and the Steam Deck points to the console as a problem.

When is the game now supposed to be released? The developers themselves don’t know for sure. They explain in their post on FromSoftware.jp that they are postponing the title for an indefinite period, but simultaneously mention 2026 as a guideline. However, it is unknown whether the game will be released in January or December.

The developers of the game want to address the fans at a later date with a new release date, once they know when it will be.

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WoW: Midnight has leaked the release date – Calendar reveals when it might start

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

We know when the next expansion of World of Warcraft launches. The “leak” comes directly from Blizzard through the Alpha test.

It has become a good, old tradition that the release date of a new World of Warcraft expansion is known before Blizzard officially announces it. This seems to be true again for the next addon Midnight, as new information from the Alpha reveals: It is likely starting in early March.

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WoW Midnight – The opening cinematic of the new addon shows the attack on Silvermoon

What kind of leak is this? Dataminers have discovered a new event in the latest version of the Alpha for Midnight in the calendar. The event does not have a name yet, but it has a remarkable duration – namely a full 6 weeks. In-game events usually last this long only when they are particularly large events, such as pre-events for a new expansion.

The new event starts on January 27, 2026, and according to the information from the calendar, it runs until March 9, 2026.

WoW: Midnight Release – Is it starting on March 10, 2026?

When would the release be? Should the leak prove to be true, Midnight would launch on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, as usual at midnight German time.

For all pre-order customers who have secured the 3-day early access, it would then start a bit earlier, namely already on Friday, March 7, 2026.

Is this 100% certain? No, it is certainly not. But considering that Blizzard has rarely changed such dates in the calendars in the past years, this is already a pretty strong indicator. Those who still need to plan their vacation for 2026 should perhaps aim for early March to be able to jump into the next expansion.

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Together with previous leaks that were a bit more uncertain, the date for the release seems to be slowly becoming clearer. Those who want to be on the safe side should of course wait for an official statement from Blizzard, which will likely also publish the release date in the coming weeks.
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Survival game from Germany brings the biggest update so far, finally addresses the most important criticism

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 2 minutes

Soon Enshrouded will receive a massive content update. This will not only let you explore uncharted waters, but also addresses the biggest criticism so far.

What update is it? With “Wake of the Water,” Enshrouded is getting a big update with various improvements and new content. In a new Dev Update, the developers at Keen Games announced that the update is slightly delayed and will now be released on November 10, 2025.

The team needed a bit more time to meet their set quality standard. At the same time, the developers also shared new information about the content of the largest update yet for the survival game.

For they listened to the community and took the biggest criticism of the game to heart: the combat system.

Here you can see what to expect in the new update:

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In the new biome of Enshrouded, you’ll all get pretty wet

Wake of the Water brings more than just water

What has changed in the combat system? With Wake of the Water, extensive changes have been made to the combat balancing. The focus was primarily on the revision of the user interface, rebalancing of weapons, armor, abilities, buffs, items, regeneration, and new skills as well as abilities.

Additionally, it was particularly ensured that the combat system remains flexible and customizable to keep various options open for you. Furthermore, a completely new weapon type will be introduced with the two-handed greatsword.

You can see the complete Dev Update with comments from the developers here:

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What other content does the update bring? In addition to the extensive changes to the combat system and the new weapon type, Wake of the Water is all about the namesake body of water. For the first time, it will be possible to swim and dive. And what would a water mechanic be without fishing? Therefore, there will obviously be that too.

You can also utilize water for your base, for example, to water your crops or to create ponds and similar structures. In the waters themselves, fish and new species await you, and even on land, some new creatures will move in that you can interact with.

In keeping with this, there will also be new consumables and decorations. Additionally, the update brings the ability to give chests and signs your own labels.

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The water itself that will be introduced with the update has another peculiarity. The so-called voxel-based world allows the water to dynamically influence the environment. MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus was able to take a closer look at it for you at Gamescom 2025: The successful survival game from Germany finally gets the feature that no one needs, but everyone wants

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Developers of Path of Exile fulfill the next player wish, impress with their plans for a previously neglected class

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

The developers of Path of Exile have fulfilled the next player wish and are reworking a class that has received little attention in recent years.

What have the developers announced? Just before the big livestream on October 23 at 9:00 PM on Twitch, the developers announced another innovation for the upcoming season “Keepers of the Flame”. This involves a rework of an Ascendancy class in the game.

The Ascendancy classes are advanced classes in the game that further develop and refine the character’s orientation. Now the developers have announced they are reworking the Assassin class of the Shadow class.

This is what the last season looked like:

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New version generates anticipation

What have the developers changed? Comparing the rework with the values of the currently existing Ascendancy class in the game, it is noticeable that adjustments have been made to the poison values as well as the additional bonuses.

Especially the new ability that all attacks can cause poison opens up many new possibilities for players to utilize the Ascendancy class.

This pleases many fans who have already developed dozens of ideas on Reddit to bring the new class into play in the upcoming season. They have long hoped for an update to the class and reaffirmed this demand again on Reddit.

What are the players planning? The players already have some ideas on how to implement the new options in the game. For instance, Reddit user MasterSargeYT wrote:

All damage can poison! Ruthless is here!

Prepare to cast Septic Spells on clusters when you want to poison with spells, as Assassin has lost 40% of the chance to poison with Noxious Strike.

Adder’s Touch makes it possible again!

Reddit user Hydiz is already looking forward to playing a Poison-Spark build in the new season. The new buff that all attacks can poison will likely benefit him.

Other users are already speculating which items will be particularly valuable and thus lucrative for farming in the new season. The changes might entice many players to try out the reworked class.

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The fact that the developers are announcing the changes before the big livestream in the evening makes many players believe that the season presentation will be particularly grand. In recent days, the developers have already announced new changes: Path of Exile shows new feature in video, accidentally reveals which long-awaited feature is still coming

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Twitch streamer explains why he wouldn’t talk to 95% of streamers in retirement

Johanna Johanna Reading time 3 minutes

Ludwig Ahgren is one of the biggest streamers on Twitch and YouTube in the international scene. He made it clear how he would approach his fellow streamers after his career: he would not talk to most of them anymore.

Why would Ludwig Ahgren no longer talk to his colleagues? Ludwig Ahgren talked in a past livestream about when and why he would not interact with his fellow streamers. He referred to them as “streamer friends” who are not “his guys.” While he is really friends with some streamers, he is not with most of them.

He further stated: “When I retire, I will never talk to 95% of the streamers I collaborate with again. (…) That’s a fact. That’s just the reality of life. (…) It’s just true. They wouldn’t go to my funeral and I wouldn’t go to theirs. We would never talk again.” (Source: twitch.tv from 00:23:09).

This is the same experience that his viewers would have at their work when they retire or change jobs.

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Ludwig treats streaming like a job

What does the community say about it? A clip from the livestream was also posted on Reddit, where comments on the topic are exchanged. User jaking2017 stated (Source: Reddit): “I think Ludwig is just one of the better streamers who treats the whole thing like a job. I’m a bartender and I don’t intend to act like the best friend of my regulars just because they come into my bar all the time. I can imagine that streamers think similarly.”

Another user referenced a previous statement by Ludwig (Source: Reddit): “Lud[wig] has transitioned from ‘I’m not your friend’ to ‘I’m not the friend of your parasocial best friend’.”

In 2020, Ludwig published the video ‘I Am Not Your Friend’ (translated: “I am not your friend”) on his YouTube channel, in which he talked about how viewers should not glorify him and think they know him. He is not their friend; he does not even know his viewers personally, and it should not slide into a parasocial direction.

Something similar seems to be conveyed by Ludwig with his current statement: Not everything is as it seems on Twitch for viewers. Just because Twitch streamers behave like friends during the stream does not mean that it is so in real life.

The streamer Félix “xQc” Lengyel also mentioned in a stream that, now that he is a successful streamer, he can finally stop pretending to want to be friends with other streamers.

Why does Ludwig Ahgren talk about this? In recent weeks, there have been several accusations against Twitch streamer Hasan Piker. As reported by GameStar, suspicions in the community have arisen that the Twitch streamer does not treat his dog Kaya – and also dogs in general in the past – well.

There is an accusation that Hasan Piker used a collar to inflict electric shocks on his dog. This sparked a general discussion about the person Hasan Piker.

Since Ludwig Ahgren, along with his partner Blaire “QTCinderella”, is in a closer circle of streamer colleagues of Hasan Piker, he was approached by the community on this topic.

Ludwig remained vague and pointed out that he would not share all (political) views with Hasan. He (as Ludwig) is not a socialist; after all, he is a businessman and thus makes money.

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But even with his actual friends, Ludwig does not always know what the truth is – because in one situation, the streamer fell for a fake account that pretended to be his buddy. You can read more about this here on MeinMMO: Twitch streamer Ludwig fell for an impersonator of his friend and even invited him to play

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Is it worth entering Guild Wars 2 with Visions of Eternity? What newcomers should know about the new expansion

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 3 minutes

Getting started as a newbie in MMORPGs isn’t always easy. However, with Visions of Eternity, there is a great opportunity for those who have been indecisive so far in Guild Wars 2.

An overarching storyline, increasingly complex systems, and an almost mandatory endgame that players want to reach quickly to stay involved often prevent players from making the leap into an established MMORPG, even if they are actually interested.

However, Guild Wars 2 does a lot of things differently in this regard, and especially the new expansion offers an attractive entry point for those who have been hesitating so far. On October 28, 2025, the sixth expansion for the MMORPG Guild Wars 2 will be released, titled “Visions of Eternity,” bringing numerous new features, a new story, new regions, and new elite specializations for all classes.

This offers players a variety of content that can be overwhelming for newcomers and makes it difficult to jump into the gameplay. Nevertheless, Guild Wars 2 makes it easier for you to get started with Visions of Eternity than you might think – and there are several good reasons for that.

Who is writing here? MeinMMO editor Alex has been exploring the lands of Tyria regularly since “Heart of Thorns” and knows every corner like the back of his hand. Primarily playing as a Druid and Ranger, he is particularly drawn to the story surrounding the Commander. However, he does not shy away from Fractals or the bustling meta-events.
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Guild Wars 2 sets sail for a new adventure in the announcement trailer for ‘Visions of Eternity’

Why it’s worth starting with Visions of Eternity

Why should newcomers take a look right now? If you value the story and like to immerse yourself in the events of MMORPGs, this is the perfect opportunity to play new content without having to play all the previous 5 expansions to understand the story.

In Visions of Eternity, you embark on a standalone journey that takes place independently of a larger storyline. While a new overarching plot called the Cryptis Saga began with Secrets of the Obscure and Janthir Wilds after the great Dragon Saga, the developers claim that the storyline in Visions of Eternity will only play a very minor role, meaning no prior knowledge of the story is required. Many things will become clear from context or simply won’t matter for the narrative.

However, even if the story doesn’t matter to you and gameplay is what truly makes you happy, Visions of Eternity offers some good reasons to stop by and give it a chance.

And aside from the story? Especially the new elite specializations are not only in high demand by fans but also adhere to the motto: “Easy to learn, hard to master.” You can tackle any of the new specializations that appeal to you and gradually delve deeper into them over time without having to do so from the start.

If you are uncertain about which of the new elite specializations is right for you, the developers recommend the Summoner, as it is the least complex candidate in comparison. Alternatively, the Ritualist or the Tempest would also be suitable for a gentler entry.

Additionally, there are supposed to be changes to gear crafting that will cater to players with less time and streamline the experience. Thus, you will soon be able to craft certain legendary items just once and unlock all variants at the same time. For the first time ever, elite armors can also be unlocked through achievements.

The housing also offers some exciting new features for those of you who find that particularly important. With Visions of Eternity, you can design your layouts more freely and even share them with friends or the community.

Overall, Guild Wars 2 presents several factors that make it easier for newcomers to find their way in the MMORPG. For example, there is no “classic” endgame or typical leveling system, and the modularity that allows you to freely choose the content you play without needing to own all expansions offers many accessible benefits.

Perhaps these reasons will motivate you to take the leap and give Guild Wars 2 a chance starting October 28, 2025.

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In addition to being beginner-friendly, Visions of Eternity also brings a breath of fresh air to the MMORPG thematically. The new expansion is inspired by popular action classics while maintaining its iconic style. To understand why this not only sounds crazy but could also work out well, read here in the preview report: The new expansion changes Guild Wars 2, offers action like Indiana Jones – The crazy thing is, the plan could work

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Pokémon GO: Fatalitee has a secret – Here’s how to find out what form you have

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO you can currently catch Fatalitee. The Ghost Pokémon has a special feature.

Things are getting spooky in Pokémon GO: Currently, the first part of the Halloween event is running, which not only brought the Pokémon Mortcha and Fatalitcha into the game, but also focuses on the already available Pokémon Fatalitee.

Fatalitee is now available to catch as a shiny Pokémon for the first time – and in the wild too. You don’t necessarily have to challenge Fatalitee in raids. However, it is rarer in the wild. Perhaps use the Pokédex alarm to make it easier to find.

Speaking of rare: Fatalitee also has a special feature you should definitely check: It has two forms that are hardly distinguishable.

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Fatalitee as a Duplicate Form and Original Form – How to Tell the Difference?

What is the difference? In terms of values, combat power, and other aspects, the Duplicate Form and Original Form of Fatalitee do not differ at all. The biggest difference is a stamp on the underside of Fatalitee that certifies it as an original. Also, evolving the original costs much more candy.

The problem: The Duplicate Form is significantly more common than the Original Form. The Original is extremely rare.

How do I tell the difference? Not during the catch, because Fatalitee obviously does not show the stamp just like that. Instead, you need to have the Pokémon evaluated by your team leaders after catching it. During the evaluation, Candela, Blanche, or Spark will inform you whether it is an original or a fake.

You should check every Fatalitee you catch right after. Otherwise, you might end up sending one of the super rare original forms to the professor and never see it again. But: Be prepared to hear the phrase “To me, it looks like a Fatalitee (Duplicate Form)” very often.

Also, don’t be fooled by the silhouette in the Pokémon radar: As of now, Fatalitee is also shown as an unknown silhouette when it is the Duplicate Form – even if you already have it. This is no indication that an original is present.

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Have you already managed to catch a Fatalitee in its original form? Did you know the differences? Let us know in the comments! And in the coming weeks, there will be some interesting Pokémon to catch again: A lot of dates are scheduled for next month. Here are all events in November 2025 for Pokémon GO.

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A very good game on Steam has 100 endings, a player has seen them all and says after 200 hours whether it is worth it

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 2 minutes

A player has spent 200 hours in The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy on Steam and now reveals whether the game and its 100 endings are worth it.

What kind of game is this? The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy is a mix of visual novel and strategy role-playing game, which stands out primarily due to its 100 different ‘unique’ endings. On Steam the game has a rating of 88% positive reviews, categorized as “very positive”.

The players are supposed to replay the sci-fi story and keep experiencing new endings, which gives the game a high replay value.

In the game itself, you take on the role of a student named Takumi Sumino, who lives a normal life until one day terrible monsters attack his school. Along with 14 other students, he is selected for a special defense unit and tasked with protecting the school for the next 100 days.

Whether the story lives up to its promises and whether the 100 endings are really good, a player now reveals in a review.

Here you can watch the trailer for the game:

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The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy-: Trailer for the new JRPG by the creators of Danganronpa

200 hours and 100 endings

How does the player rate the title after 200 hours of gameplay? On Reddit, user PalpitationTop611 posted a lengthy review of the game. In it, he explains his experiences with the title and what he liked and disliked. However, he first clarifies that he not only completed The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy but experienced all endings within 200 hours.

He positively notes the story in his review. Despite some inconsistencies in the endings, it’s well-crafted and covers a whole spectrum of different genres like sci-fi, comedy, or horror, depending on the ending. The villains are also well-made and add coherence to the game.

He finds the gameplay entertaining and particularly emphasizes the mechanic that allows sacrificing your own units to quickly defeat bosses. He also enjoys the music and the characters in the game.

What does he criticize? What the player dislikes is the concept of the 100 days during which the students are to defend the school. It seems unnecessary to him because there is much downtime in between where you just explore without really experiencing anything. Overall, he dislikes the exploration mini-game.

According to him, the replay value is diminished because you experience the same battles on almost every route on the same day. Even when consciously aiming for a different ending, many of the battles from other endings simply repeat.

Does it deliver on the promise of the endings? The player has mixed feelings about the 100 endings. Some of them are really good, while many feel unnecessary and without added value. They also seem inconsistent at times, as if yesterday’s decisions mean nothing today.

He indicates that, as a rough estimate, 20 endings were fantastic, he found 50 endings acceptable or good, and he disliked 30. Overall, however, he had a lot of fun with the game, even though some paths did not pay off.

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The Hundred Line – Last Defense Academy may not be a hidden gem, but it can definitely be worthwhile for genre fans. Additionally, a free demo version gives insight into the game before purchase. Although the game does not look particularly special, its development was probably quite expensive: Two legends have teamed up for a new game, it starts very positively on Steam, almost ruins the studio

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  2. Steam

The new Dungeon Master of Critical Role proves that you don’t have to be Matt Mercer to run great adventures in Dungeons & Dragons

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 3 minutes

A fresh Dungeon Master in Dungeons & Dragons wonders what truly makes a good Dungeon Master and turns to the community of Critical Role. However, both DMs from the group prove that there isn’t just one answer to this question.

What question is on the table? Many players of Dungeons & Dragons have a very high likelihood of having heard of Critical Role or might even be loyal fans. A fan who is now starting as the DM of his group wants to know what he could learn from the different styles of the two DMs, Matt Mercer and Brennan Lee Mulligan, and what makes a “good DM”. For this, he reaches out to the “Critter” community:

“I haven’t quite understood what really makes a ‘good DM’ and how to develop my own ‘flair’,” writes Smooth-Finger-7893 on Reddit. He feels that both Matt and Brennan are lucky to work with good players, but he still can’t quite determine what the difference in their styles is and what exactly makes them so good.

Other fans of Critical Role explain what makes the styles of Brennan and Matt so unique, but they also give a hint regarding the question of what makes a good DM. Both are true professionals, despite the fact that they master so differently.

Here you can see the preview of the fourth campaign of Critical Role, in which Brennan Lee Mulligan takes over from longtime DM Matt Mercer for the first time:

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Audiobook Narrator vs. Game Engine

How do the styles of the two DMs differ? While both DMs share many similarities, there are some distinctive features in their styles that set them apart. The community recognizes this. In an observation by the fan raccoonillustrated, which received the most upvotes from the community on Reddit, he describes these differences as follows:

Matt, who has led the first three campaigns of Critical Role, is a professional voice actor and storyteller, which gives him a strong focus on the description of scenes, characters, and voices. This is why his campaigns feature significant NPCs and a well-established worldbuilding.

Matt often draws his inspiration from video games and creates an environment in which players can unleash their creativity and become alive. You can tell that he knows his players well, as they have been friends for a long time, and he knows what triggers he can use that his friends will certainly react to.

Brennan focuses primarily on narrative and can still respond quickly, wittily, and with a good dose of humor due to his background as a comedian. Therefore, he creates his NPCs more as a reaction to what his players do and to advance the story.

Brennan’s inspiration often lies in literary works as well as philosophical and sociological themes that are significant in his stories. Compared to Matt, he relies less on the behavior of the players at the table and more on the characters they portray.

Summarizing it very similarly, but much more concisely, Fantastic_Bug1028 writes on Reddit: “Brennan is an audiobook narrator and Matt is a game engine.”

What can a new DM take away from this comparison? The probably most important hint for a new Dungeon Master comes from the same comment from the fan. Those who look to long-time and famous professionals as newcomers can only be disappointed. Rather, the different styles of Brennan and Matt show that there isn’t an exact blueprint for a good DM, but many different ways that can all be great.

“Both are professional DMs who have been doing this for years, so their level of experience is significantly different from your own,” explains raccoonillustrated on Reddit, “As with any art form/skill, you get better through a lot of practice and the willingness to improve each time. You can’t and shouldn’t measure yourself against the standards of these people, but if you still want to do that, you should be aware that it will take years.”

Since the start of the fourth campaign of Critical Role and the change of the DM from Matt to Brennan, the new DM has been very positively received by the fans. However, the new DM is not the only thing Critical Role is doing differently in its new campaign; the overall style is also: The new campaign of Critical Role takes place for the first time in a completely different style – What is a West Marches campaign?

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29-year-old explains to other bosses how Gen Z works: “Average performance is enough”

Johanna Johanna Reading time 2 minutes

Gen Z has certain expectations when it comes to their jobs. For example, they are not willing to work overtime for a low salary. Instead, young people prefer a job in hospitality with tips over working 60 hours a week. At least, that is what a young employer believes and she gives tips on how to deal with Gen Z as a leader.

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Who is it about? Teresa Kutz is from Generation Z herself and shared tips in an interview with WirtschaftsWoche on how to deal with her generation in the job market. She is a business consultant and startup founder.

In social media and in her book “Versatile Disinterest & Still Full of Opinions: How Much Truth Is Behind the Generational Conflict?” the 29-year-old describes quirky scenes from her working life. For example, she has no problem if the intern doesn’t want to turn on her camera in the virtual meeting because she is currently lying in the bathtub. For Teresa Katz, the results count, not necessarily the way of working.

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“Then rather a hospitality job with tips”

What are the tips that the founder gives? For dealing with Gen Z in everyday work, Teresa Katz has a number of tips:

  • Lead without authoritarianism, but on equal footing: Strictness or control do not work with Gen Z; instead, they want co-determination, appreciation, and feedback. This creates more motivation, says Teresa Katz.
  • Allow flexibility: The place of work or the way of working is secondary for Teresa Katz, as long as the results are right in the end.
  • Prefer meaning over status: Young people want a job that has meaning for them, and status symbols like company cars are outdated for them.

For Teresa Katz, an average performance from her employees is sufficient:

Average performance is enough. No one owes me more. It is my responsibility as an entrepreneur to ensure that. (…) My employees should neither be over- nor under-challenged. I am responsible for my company and must plan resources accordingly and establish proper work organization. That is not the responsibility of the young worker.

– Teresa Katz via WirtschaftsWoche

Furthermore, Teresa Katz mentions that industries such as marketing or software development have become unattractive for Gen Z:

These industries are relatively unattractive for many now. (…) So: low salary, a lot of overtime, being the girl for everything. Young people do not want to work in an agency for 60 hours a week for a low salary. Then rather a job in hospitality with tips.

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Teresa Katz speaks as a young person for Generation Z and accordingly adapts her leadership style. She seems to have understood Gen Z, just like another boss: Generation Z has found its leader: the boss who denies her employees vacation and explains to millions of viewers why

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Large YouTuber for MMORPGs plays New World again thanks to the hype, draws a positive conclusion … for casuals

Karsten Scholz Karsten Scholz Reading time 3 minutes

The MMORPG expert TheLazyPeon has once again traveled to Aeternum to find out what the hype surrounding New World is all about.

Who is TheLazyPeon? The content creator is one of the largest international YouTubers specializing in the MMORPG genre. The creator, who lives in Thailand, has over 768,000 subscribers and more than 740 videos, and there is probably no current online role-playing game that the “lazy peon” hasn’t played.

However, TheLazyPeon is increasingly looking beyond the genre, which has already positively surprised him with some gems from the current gaming year – for example, Expedition 33: Clair Obscur is so good, it even excites story-averse players and those who dislike turn-based combat: “I want more games like this one”.

Here MeinMMO editor Karsten Scholz has analyzed the current success of New World:

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How does the YouTuber rate New World in 2025? The current excitement around New World has not only prompted MeinMMO editor Karsten to revisit Aeternum, but also TheLazyPeon. In the current video on YouTube, he reports what currently excites him about the MMORPG and what still has room for improvement.

TheLazy Peon praises New World in 2025:

  • The world of Aeternum is large, beautiful, and features some of the best sound effects in the genre.
  • Crafting remains a major strength of New World.
  • The classless system works, and it is now very easy to switch between gear and builds.
  • The new catacomb challenge is fun, as are the jumping segments. The mix of PvE and PvP content is solid.
  • The payment model is fair, there is no Pay2Win.
  • The range of customization options, transmog, and housing options is large.
  • The combat system can be a lot of fun in certain situations, as some weapons feel wonderfully heavy and skills feel incredibly satisfying.

However, the YouTuber criticizes the following areas:

  • In New World, it feels very punishing when controlled by effects or thrown off balance.
  • A high ping noticeably negatively affects the gaming experience. TheLazyPeon cannot effectively play some builds because of this.
  • With the linear quest line that brings you to the max level, TheLazyPeon found little fun, as it quickly becomes boring to blindly follow the quest markers.
  • The server capacities are low, which can quickly lead to long waiting times during hype phases. It also becomes difficult to join friends on certain servers.
  • There are countless perks in the game, but the quality of the effects cannot keep up with the quantity. There is a lot of junk in there.
  • At the same time, the talent trees offer little room for creativity. Build diversity is low.
  • The organization of the storage areas is not enjoyable. The storage interface is poor, and there is too large a number of items, many of which are useless.
  • The interface for the activities of the current season pass system is confusing and unintuitive.
  • The combat system can also be a weakness, as it sometimes feels very clunky.

The overall conclusion of TheLazyPeon on New World: The MMORPG is currently in a very good state, even if it still has (familiar) weaknesses. In his opinion, the most fun is had with the game when played as a casual, for example, as a time-MMO alongside another title or when one generally has little time to play.

Here you can watch TheLazyPeon’s entire video:

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What is the community saying? In the hours since the release of the video, TheLazyPeon’s evaluation has garnered 3,950 thumbs up, almost 100,000 views, and more than 840 comments. Many players confirm that New World has noticeably improved.

  • oshua5640 writes under the video: “Honestly, I think they have finally reached a point where they have created a solid foundation! It feels like they have a bright future ahead with their new director from this point on.”
  • For uspatriot6414, the return to Aeternum was worth it: “I played it at launch and have now returned. The game has noticeably improved. I’m having fun.”
  • TheUltimateStormy feels the same way: “I just returned after a month since launch and it’s crazy how different the game is. I haven’t even reached level 20 and I’ve already noticed differences, I want to discover more.”
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How is the hype around New World expressed? Through increasing player numbers, daily waiting times for the servers, and positive discussions about the new content of Season 10. New World unexpectedly rises like a phoenix from the ashes. MeinMMO editor Karsten Scholz analyzes the sudden rebirth of Amazon Games’ MMORPG in this article: New World manages to turn the trend around after difficult years and delights its community – The reason is quite simple

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Europe’s greatest hope defeats US team at the Worlds in LoL, reaches the quarter-finals for the first time since 2020

Niko Hernes Niko Hernes Reading time 2 minutes

The Worlds 2025 are currently taking place in League of Legends and Europe’s biggest hope is G2. The team recently played for a spot in the semifinals. Besides a great teamfight, the jungle pick was particularly surprising.

What a match it was! The Worlds 2025 are still in the Swiss-Stage phase in China. 16 teams need to qualify for the quarter-finals by winning 3 Best-of 3s against the other teams. So, whoever defeats 3 teams advances. So far, the following teams are confirmed for the next round:

  • Anyone’s Legends
  • KT Rolster
  • Hanwha Life Esports

Among them, since October 22, 2025, is the European team G2 Esports, which includes BrokenBlade, who was interviewed by MeinMMO during the LEC Summer Finals. They won their 4th Swiss-Stage match against the US team FlyQuest.

They were able to win and surprise with a strong teamfight in the third match, primarily due to a jungle pick.

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A pick that was last seen at the Worlds 2012

How did the matches go? The Best-of 3 started off rather poorly for G2. The first match was quite balanced, and although G2 secured the first 2 dragons, FlyQuest steadily built up a gold lead. After less than 38 minutes, FlyQuest won 10:4 with a gold advantage of nearly 10,000.

The second match also started off quite evenly. After about 15 minutes, G2 began to build a gold advantage with 3 kills. In teamfights, they showed calmness and a strategic approach, managing to secure individual kills. After 29 minutes and the Baron buff, G2 applied strong pressure and won the game after about 31 minutes.

The third match would decide if G2 makes it to the quarter-finals. Even before the match, G2’s jungler, Skewmond (seen in the title image), surprised with his jungle pick: Dr. Mundo. This is quite an unusual pick. The last time Mundo was played as a jungler at the Worlds was in 2012. Back then, the team Taipei Assassins chose Mundo as a jungler in 3 out of 4 matches and became world champions (source: liquidpedia.net).

But with the unusual pick, Skewmond demonstrated that the champion is simply hard to take down. He played aggressively and dealt a lot of damage. Nevertheless, both teams fought hard and it wasn’t until 27 minutes that G2 secured a gold lead of 3,000 gold.

At minute 33, FlyQuest secured the Baron, but there was a great teamfight from G2 in the midlane. Skewmond flashed in with Mundo into the opponents, allowing Caps to use Orianna’s ultimate with her ball. Almost the entire FlyQuest team was caught, and only the jungler Inspired survived. After nearly 35 minutes, G2 won and advanced to the quarter-finals (source: YouTube).

With that, G2 finally makes it to the quarter-finals at the Worlds again. The last time they were able to do this was at the Worlds 2020. There, they lost in the semifinals against Dplus KIA.

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What’s next for G2? G2 has advanced but still has to wait a bit. On October 23, 24, and 25, the last teams will play in the Swiss Stage to qualify for the quarter-finals, including T1.

The quarter-finals begin on Tuesday, October 28 and last until Friday, October 31. It’s still unclear who the Europeans will face. The streamer NoWay is also gaming in China and even meets pros in-game: Twitch streamer NoWay meets one of the best ADCs participating in the Worlds and wins a ranked game with him.

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  3. Titelbildquelle: G2 auf YouTube

Battlefield 6 breaks one of its most important promises in just 18 days, leaving fans with hard consequences

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Skins are a constant topic in shooters, as they are often designed to be unrealistic, pulling fans out of the immersion. Battlefield 6 wanted to outsmart its competitor Call of Duty and refrain from flashy skins this time, but according to the fans, that promise has now been broken.

Why are skins so problematic? Whether in Battlefield or Call of Duty, skins serve the studios, aside from their sales, to continue making money through microtransactions – even if the release of their shooter was several weeks ago.

The problem: these skins are often designed to be flashy and inappropriate because they sell the best. This sales practice is further enhanced by crossovers, whereby well-known characters from movies & series are also ported into the shooter as playable figures.

All this combined destroys the immersion that a realistic military shooter should have. Therefore, DICE used the argument before the release of Battlefield 6 for its marketing that it would refrain from such skins and remain realistic.

At launch, it went well and fans were pleased, but just 18 days after release, new skins appear that are far from what the developers promised.

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Community punishes fans who support these skins

Which skins were discovered? The first inappropriate outfits were the Master Skins of the respective classes, which are dipped in neon orange. Even our colleagues from GamePro jokingly reported on why one would need a camouflage.

With the release of Season 1, things are set to get worse, as a whole truckload of skins is said to resemble a paintball battle, where different colors destroy the immersion, as can be gleaned from a post on Reddit.

DICE promised for a while to maintain the immersion and release skins that match the military, but looking at the upcoming colorful skins, it looks bleak.

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One of the colorful skins from Season 1 (Source: pcgamer.com)

What have fans announced? They feel betrayed when you take a closer look at a huge post on Reddit. The user Ohforfk’s thread received over 18,000 upvotes and 4,700 comments. The tenor: dissatisfaction and disappointment.

Many are wondering what happened to the promise DICE made to the fans before the release. They fear that from now on, the shooter will only get worse in terms of immersion. For this reason, some of them are even threatening consequences. The following can be heard:

  • “I will not revive anyone wearing these kinds of skins. My opinion.” – charlikruse
  • “I will miss the times when everyone had standard and beta skins. I fear this game will be unrecognizable in the future.” – Vinniegars
  • “Why is it so much to ask for normal military uniforms? I would pull out my wallet if I could play with real US Army gear or as a Marine.” – navyproudd34
  • “It’s funny that they didn’t show this stuff in the reveal trailer or in any of the gameplay trailers.” – Ashamed-Nothing1174

Are the skins really that bad? Every fan has a different feeling about skins, but comparing the shown outfits with those from CoD: Black Ops 6, Battlefield 6’s are still quite tame.

Nevertheless, the tone of the community is understandable, as no one runs around with glowing orange uniforms on a realistic battlefield. Such things do not fit the mood of the shooter, and yet, soon there will be such and more colorful skins.

It remains to be seen how DICE will respond to the fans’ feedback, but it is already clear that the community’s trust is noticeably shaken. How do you feel about the upcoming skins? Do you think the community is overreacting? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments. You can find more about Battlefield 6 here: Battlefield 6 brings in Season 1 more of what veterans have been demanding all the time

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Stan Lee explained 15 years ago who the true inspiration for Marvel was

Christoph Waldboth Christoph Waldboth Reading time 3 minutes

Fans of superheroes have always disagreed about whether the characters from DC or Marvel are better. Stan Lee, a legendary comic author himself, has his own answer to this question, explaining what made Marvel eager to quickly bring its own movie to theaters.

Stan Lee is a true legend among comic fans. Together with other collaborators like Jack Kirby, he created many iconic heroes at Marvel, including some of the most famous like Iron Man, Thor, or Hulk. The X-Men also originated from his pen, and of course Spider-Man, a wonderfully imperfect hero.

It is clear that Lee, who passed away in 2018, knew a lot about superheroes. On the debate of whether Marvel is better than the competing DC, the author did not have a clear answer. Instead, he looked back at the beginnings of Marvel and could precisely name who or what inspired all subsequent heroes.

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Costumes, Superpowers, a Secret Identity …

What did Stan Lee say? Fifteen years ago, the book “The Stan Lee Universe” was published, containing numerous anecdotes from the comic master (via reddit.com). Among them, one in which he talked about his first encounters with comics and how they inspired him and his colleagues at Marvel.

I was a teenager when I first saw Superman at the newsstand. And when you start working in comics and become part of the industry, you realize how much you owe to Siegel and Shuster [creators of Superman, note by the author]. All conventions of our superheroes stem from the Superman idea. Costumes, superpowers, a secret identity… all these elements we used in the development of our characters.

Stan Lee

Stan Lee was not shy about naming his inspiration, even when it came from the competition like in the case of Superman. This also shows that Lee did not take the rivalry between the two comic publishers as seriously and fiercely as some fans did – on the contrary, the competition was a fruitful motivation for him to further develop his own creations. This also applies to the movies that Marvel brought to the theaters.

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What did Lee say about the films? The first major superhero film made specifically for theaters was Superman from 1978. The film was directed by Richard Donner and made a great impression on many viewers.

Stan Lee also saw the film back then in theaters and remembered years later:

It was a revelation. It showed everyone that superheroes are important, very imaginative, and worth being adapted for the big screen. It is only fitting that Superman, the first superhero, also got the first superhero film, but of course, it made us at Marvel even more envious as we hoped to see our characters on the big screen soon. Superman had a major influence on everything.

Stan Lee

Even at Marvel, there were TV movies and series back then, but they were usually cheaply produced. For example, Spider-Man from 1977, a television film that was followed by a series. However, Stan Lee was not very satisfied with it and called the production “too childish.” (via geektyrant.com)

Some films made for television also temporarily found their way into theaters. But the first major film that Marvel produced specifically for the big screen was Howard the Duck in 1989. This was followed by The Punisher, Blade and in 2008, probably the big breakthrough for Marvel in theaters when Iron Man was released, launching the MCU.

This was the beginning of an epic and very successful film series that continues to this day. As of 2025, for example, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Even though Stan Lee passed away in 2018, he witnessed the success of the Marvel films and even appeared in some of them. In this respect, Marvel has matched DC and established itself in theaters – no matter which universe you may find better. In this context: Marvel legend Stan Lee had a favorite character from DC that hardly anyone knows

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  2. Titelbild: Marvel Entertainment auf YouTube

Ireland proves that security creates creativity, with a monthly income of 1,300 euros, artists defy AI

david hausberger david hausberger Reading time 2 minutes

In Ireland, a pilot project has been running since 2022 that guarantees artists a monthly basic income, completely unconditionally. The results are impressive: more creativity, less stress, and a noticeable economic impact. Now the government wants to make the program permanent and send a signal against job loss caused by AI.

Why is Ireland introducing a basic income? In a world where artificial intelligence is taking on more and more tasks and creative professions are under pressure, Ireland is taking a completely different approach: an unconditional basic income for creative minds.

An evaluation on the Irish government’s online portal gov.ie shows: For every euro received by the artists, an average of 1.39 euros flows back into the economy. Security does not seem to make people sluggish; it frees up energy.

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How long has the pilot project been running? In 2022, Ireland introduced a pilot project that guarantees an unconditional basic income of about 1,300 euros per month. The goal was simple but bold: to find out what happens when creatives no longer have to worry about their existence.

About 2,000 creatives were selected for the experiment, from fields like music, film, theater, literature, and visual arts. The selection was made by lottery, accompanied by a control group that did not receive a basic income.

What was the result of the test run? Surprisingly positive. The participants in the project are working not less, but even more. They invest more time in their art, dare to try new ideas, and feel more psychologically stable.

Just a few months later, clear differences emerged: Those who received the basic income reported greater life satisfaction, higher productivity, and a stronger connection to their work. Many used the new stability to start their own projects or finally implement existing ideas.

The online portal gov.ie writes: Following the success of the project, Ireland plans to introduce the basic income permanently as a clear signal for social security and cultural progress. While other countries are still debating the future of work, Ireland is already showing that a well-implemented basic income can work.

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Why is there criticism? Despite all the positive results, there is also criticism of the Irish basic income for artists. The literary magazine and registered charity Stinging Fly criticizes that participants were selected by lottery instead of by performance or need.

Social Justice Ireland is an independent think tank that produces social analyses. They report problems with other social benefits. Some recipients had to endure cuts in existing aid due to the program.

At the same time, the issue of financing is on the table: the project costs about 35 million euros per year, so an expansion would be expensive, writes the Irish Times.

While Ireland is taking new paths with basic income, another country proves that a 4-day week is more than just a utopian dream. Studies show that less work does not mean less performance. On the contrary: satisfaction, motivation, and productivity increase significantly when people have more time to live. 

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The developers of The Division are restructuring, promising that the loot shooter will still continue

Dariusz Müller Dariusz Müller Reading time 2 minutes

The developers of The Division have announced realignments of their teams. The focus will now be more on the loot shooter.

What does this realignment mean? Massive Entertainment, the developer studio behind games like Star Wars Outlaws, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and The Division 1 and 2, has stated that the teams of the studio are being realigned (via X).

The statement says: “As part of our ongoing development and long-term planning, we have recently realigned our teams and resources.”

The studio further states that it is now offering supportive options for employees to leave the studio for the next career step.

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Developers promise full focus on The Division despite the realignment

What does this mean for The Division? Massive Entertainment did not provide details, but the developers’ focus remains on the “The Division” franchise as well as on technologies like Ubisoft Connect and Snowdrop that drive the studio’s games.

The realignment of teams and resources is intended to ensure this focus.

The developers specifically said about The Division:

“Massive Entertainment remains fully committed to our roadmap and to creating great experiences for players around the world, including The Division 2, The Division 2: Survivors, The Division Resurgence, and The Division 3. These projects will continue with strength, focus, and ambition, and we look forward to sharing more in the future.”

The studio may therefore increasingly focus on the “The Division” franchise in the future and work less on projects like Star Wars Outlaws or Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.

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What is behind the options to leave the studio? Massive Entertainment explains in the statement that they have introduced a “career transition program” to “responsibly support” the realignments of the teams.

The career transition program enables eligible team members to “take the next career step on their own terms.” Therefore, those who are not satisfied with the realignment of their teams or possibly their own area of responsibility could receive financial and professional support when leaving the studio.

The Division 2 was revitalized in 2025 and received a comprehensive update with many new content with the expansion “Fight for Brooklyn” – and the DLC was actually well received by many players: “It’s worth every penny” – players rave about the new DLC for The Division 2, reminding fans of the best time of the game

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Due to a Counter-Strike 2 update, players lost millions of Euros on Steam overnight and are now demanding better rules

Cedric Holmeier Cedric Holmeier Reading time 3 minutes

Valve has released a new update for Counter-Strike 2 that allows players to more easily obtain knife skins. However, the impact on the skin market is significant.

What is this update about? The developers of Counter-Strike 2 released a small update for the game overnight on October 23, 2025. They have updated several maps and reintroduced the “Retake” game mode.

This mode focuses on so-called retake situations, where a bomb has been planted and the defenders must retake the bomb site. In addition to some performance updates, there is a significant change regarding skins hidden in the patch notes.

From now on, players can use the so-called “Trade Up Contract” to trade 5 items from the red “Covert” category for a knife or gloves. This also works with “StatTrak” items. The knives are also tradable, as YouTuber Trilluxe explains in his update video.

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The skin market crashes

What does this mean? Since the new update, players can not only convert their skins into “Covert” skins but also trade up for knives and gloves, which greatly reduces the rarity of knives and gloves in the game. Previously, skins could only be obtained by opening skin crates in the game.

This caused the market capitalization of the skin market in Counter-Strike 2 to crash by 15% within hours. It resembles a stock market crash. From the recently reached peak of over 6.3 billion USD market capitalization (about 5.4 billion euros), the market fell by one billion to 5.3 billion USD (about 4.55 billion euros). This is shown in a statistic from the website PricEmpire.com.

On X.com, the account CSFloat has already shared a statistic regarding the impact of the changes. According to the post, up to 5.5 million more knife and glove skins could be added to Counter-Strike 2 if all weapons are traded up. However, this is very unlikely. So far, the number of knife and glove skins in the game has been about the same. Therefore, the number could potentially double at most.

How are fans reacting to the crash? For fans and traders of Counter-Strike 2, the crash this morning feels like a rude awakening. They are reminded of how volatile the market can be, as Valve can turn everything upside down with changes like this overnight.

This change can mean a loss of thousands of euros for owners and speculators of knife and glove skins, depending on how many of the previously rare skins individual people own.

Consequently, fans are outraged by the changes. Content creator @FURIOUSSScs explains on X.com that players will lose a lot of money due to the change, risking their well-being since they might harm themselves due to severe losses.

Note: If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can contact the telephone counseling service at 116 123 24/7. The service is free. You can find more support services on the homepage of the German Society for Suicide Prevention.

What are players demanding? Other users on the platform are talking about market manipulation. With a valuation of over 6 billion dollars, the skin market of Counter-Strike has long become more than just a few mere pixels on weapons for players.

Therefore, users like @eugenio8a8 are calling on X.com for the European Commission to address the issue and enact regulations. He wishes for rules to prevent Valve from “playing with people’s money” and accuses the company of this issue as well.

At the same time, user @eugenio8a8 points out that people could lose so much money through the action that they might develop suicidal thoughts (via X.com).

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Just a month ago, there was a new update regarding skins in Counter-Strike 2. Here too, owners of high-priced skins were concerned that the market might crash due to the changes: Counter-Strike 2 receives a new system for acquiring skins, immediately causing outrage in the community due to high prices.

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