In FIFA 22, the Weekend League mode has been restructured. The new system leads to rewards that are easier to achieve and gained faster – but it also has a crazy side effect.
This is how the Weekend League works now: Those who qualify for the new Weekend League must complete a total of 20 matches over the weekend. That’s already ten less than before.
Additionally, there is a new points system.
Wins bring 4 points
Losses also bring one point
This is an important innovation compared to the usual Weekend League of recent years. Previously, only wins counted – there was nothing for losses.
As another change, players can already look forward to their Weekend League rewards as soon as they have completed their 20 matches (or the weekend is over). Previously, you had to wait until the following Thursday for rewards.
Now you are in control of when you receive the rewards. And this suddenly leads many players to simply give up their matches.
Good rewards – Even if things go wrong in the Weekend League
What is happening in the Weekend League? If you take a look around in the FIFA subreddit, many players intentionally lose part of their matches over the weekend (via reddit). There are multiple reasons for this.
One reason is that there are still decent rewards even for winless Weekend Leagues.
Rank 6 in the Weekend League requires only 8 points. However, it still brings 500 Champs points, 3 decent packs, 5,000 coins, and even one of the coveted Player Picks.
Rank 5 requires 20 points from you. Here, you even get 2 Player Picks, 2 packs, 5,000 coins, and 500 Champs points.
Both ranks can actually be reached without a single win.
It gets a bit more interesting for the better rewards for Rank 4 (4 wins and 16 losses suffice) or Rank 3, which is enough for re-qualification to the playoffs (8 wins, 12 losses). Nevertheless, even here, a large part of the necessary points can be collected simply through losses.
This is the role of early rewards: The willingness to lose is further increased by the fact that you receive the rewards immediately after your 20 matches. This leads to some players, who have already reached their desired rank, simply losing the remaining matches by quitting. Then they receive the rewards sooner than waiting until the upcoming Monday.
And what about the opponents? If a player quits the game at 0:0, there is no victory for the opponent. However, an interesting development seems to be emerging here as well: Players in the FIFA subreddit are calling for people to first score an own goal before leaving (via reddit).
Sometimes you get wins faster than expected – because the opponent simply quits
This means that the opponent gets wins essentially for free and can enjoy 4 extra points in their own Weekend League.
However, caution is advised here. While there are currently no reports of bans for this behavior in FIFA 22, players in the past (in FIFA 21) stated that giving away wins in the Weekend League could lead to such (via reddit).
Is the Weekend League now completely easy?
This is the situation: Comparing the Weekend League itself to earlier, it is clear that it has become easier to earn rewards. At least if you are more in the lower ranks. It looks somewhat different if you want top rewards every week – then you do need the wins. However, the whole thing is a bit more relaxed since you only have to complete 20 matches.
What you must not forget is the qualification through the playoffs. To even get into the Weekend League, you must first collect enough points there during the week.
The magic number here is: 5 wins, 4 losses – that’s enough for the necessary 24 qualification points. Therefore, you can’t afford too many losses. This leads some FIFA fans to consider qualification for the Weekend League as tougher than the weekend itself (via reddit).
This is especially true because if you fail in the qualification, you have to collect 1,500 Champions points again to get back into the playoffs. And depending on the division, that can take a long time.
It becomes really difficult, especially if you are not winning any matches in Division Rivals. However, some players seem to have this problem, landing in divisions where they are no longer able to compete. This was also caused by a change in the usual Rivals system.
What do you think of the new Weekend League? Do you consider the new system an improvement? And how do your weekend matches go? Let us know in the comments!
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Today, on October 17, the next MMORPG Elyon is released. Additionally, New World continues to dominate the headlines and is by far the largest MMORPG on Steam. We at MeinMMO summarize all the important news of the week from October 11 to 17.
Guild Wars 2 announced Pink Day in LA for October 23. They also provided a preview of the livestreams leading up to the release of End of Dragons. New maps or content from the expansion will be presented almost every week (via GuildWars2.com).
In Black Desert, multiple events related to Halloween have started (via BlackDesert.com).
This was the news of the week from the world of MMORPGs at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience something exciting this week? Or did we forget something important? Let us know in the comments and discuss with us.
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In early October, a hacker published a large leak of the earnings of major Twitch streamers and other information. In the latest episode of the MeinMMO Podcast, we discuss the leak in detail.
What leak are we talking about? On October 6, a large amount of internal Twitch data was published online, which was stolen by a hacker from the streaming service. This was the first part of a significant leak, which included the following information:
Twitch source code
Unreleased Steam competitor named “Vapor”
Hacking tools intended for Twitch’s security team
Payments to the 100 highest-earning Twitch streamers
Additionally, it was noted that some streamers are on a sort of “Do not Ban” list, meaning they cannot be permanently banned. This included controversial streamers like Tyler1 or Ricegum, who have made headlines in the past for negative reasons.
In the current podcast episode, we talk in detail about the leak.
In addition to the news, we also regularly offer special episodes in which we focus on a specific topic. For example, we talked with an expert about the current state of e-sports.
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The second part of the update “Caves and Cliffs” is set to be released in 2021 for Minecraft . However, The Deep Dark and the Warden have been removed from the update and will come next year. The terror from the Depths will be part of the new “The Wild Update”.
What is this highlight? The Warden is a blind foe that was supposed to be part of the big “Caves and Cliffs” update. As the Minecraft team announced on October 16 during Minecraft Live, the release of the Warden has been pushed to the next big update.
We are showing you all the changes of the big “Caves and Cliffs” update and what you can expect at the release.
Deep Dark and Warden Release in the “The Wild” Update
When is the new release? The new foe Warden was originally part of the big “Caves and Cliffs” update. The special thing about this foe is that it is blind. In the deep caves where it lives, it reacts to vibrations. This means that you must sneak so that you are not detected.
However, its release has been postponed. It will no longer appear as planned in 2021. Instead, it will be part of the new “The Wild Update” that the team revealed during Minecraft Live.
The reason for the postponement of The Deep Dark including Warden is that the part of the game has become so large that it needs more development time. The developers want to deliver a satisfactory result for the community and have therefore decided to delay the release.
Who is the Warden? We have already introduced the Warden in detail here on MeinMMO. The foe has a very special mechanic and reacts to vibrations. You can quietly observe it, but as soon as you make too much noise, it will react to you.
More info about the Warden in Minecraft can be found here:
What does the next update bring? In the big “Caves and Cliffs” update, which will be released later in 2021, you can expect larger mountains, exciting caves, large mines, and even larger ore deposits. The new dripstone caves are also worth a look.
Originally, “Caves and Cliffs” was supposed to be released as a big update but was then split into two projects. The team did this to better address player feedback and take fan arts to heart.
By releasing in two parts, the update is expected to be even better tailored to the community.
During Minecraft Live 2021, the team announced the new update 1.19 for 2022 with “The Wild Update” in Minecraft . It brings an important boat upgrade, frogs, tadpoles, and new mangrove swamps. The Deep Dark area is also a part of it.
What is the new update? Still this year, Minecraft will release the second part of the “Caves and Cliffs” update. But there is also new content planned for 2022, called “The Wild Update.”
The focus of this new content is the wilderness with new creatures such as frogs and new mechanics. We show you first insights into the update here.
“The Wild Update” with 1.19 – All content, release, boat upgrade
When is the release? It is currently planned for the update to appear in 2022. A specific release date has not been set at this time.
What is changing? With the big “The Wild Update,” the overland wilderness of the sandbox game is being celebrated. The swamp biomes will be altered so you can find frogs and their spawn there. Tadpoles and fireflies will also be part of the game.
You can also pick up tadpoles in a bucket from the water.
Frogs and tadpoles from the “The Wild Update”
Depending on which biome the frogs grow up in, they can take on different types and colors. It is planned that each frog type will provide the player with a different advantage. What these advantages are is currently unclear, as the frogs are still being developed.
The fireflies can catch and eat frogs with an animation from the air.
A new type of tree is the mangrove, which is making its debut in Minecraft. You can pick the seeds from the trees and replant them underwater or on land.
The new mangrove trees and what their wood looks like in processing
The new mangrove swamp biome is full of mud.
New blocks: In the mangrove swamp, you can find the new mud blocks with the update. You can create them with dirt and clay blocks in combination. Alternatively, you can build them from mud. When you pour water on a dirt block, a mud block is created.
The special thing about these blocks is that you sink a bit when you stand on mud.
Do you like it muddy? This is what a house with the new mud blocks could look like
Important boat update: Minecraft players have been waiting for a mechanic for a long time, and “The Wild Update” finally brings improved boats. After the release, it will be possible to place chests in boats. You can then fill them with loot on your journeys across the water and conveniently take them home.
Combining chests with boats in Minecraft? In “The Wild Update” that’s no longer a problem
The new enemy “Warden” was already announced at Minecraft Live in 2020. The Warden is blind and reacts to your vibrations.
You need to know about the Deep Dark: You can expect new Sculk blocks and Sculk sensor blocks. The latter can perceive vibrations.
Additionally, there are Sculk shrieker blocks, which can apparently “scream.”
The new Sculk Shrieker in Minecraft
If you dare to go into the Deep Dark areas despite these creepy enemies, you will be richly rewarded. Because there you will find chests with loot that you can only find in the Deep Darks.
How do you like the glimpse of the new update for 2022 in Minecraft? Is the team currently turning the right screws and adapting the right contents with the wilderness, swamps, and the boat upgrade, or do you wish for changes in other areas of Minecraft? Let us know your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with the community.
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In the MMORPG New World, character and weapon levels play a significant role. The higher they are, the better you master the challenges, both in PvE and PvP. However, there are various ways to increase them. MeinMMO shows you one of the best spots in all of Aeternum.
Why is character level so important? With each level up (starting at level 40), you receive 3 or 4 attribute points that you can distribute as you wish, thus strengthening your character. Additionally, you gain more base health per level.
Why is weapon level so important? The higher your weapon’s level, the more ability points you have available. With the maximum level of 20, you can invest 19 points into the skill trees and choose between several good active and passive skills. Here you will find some good PvE builds.
Are you looking for more guides for quick leveling?
Where the brilliant spot can be found is shown in the video.
Where can I find this spot? The 2 camps can be found in the “Unstable Coast”, east of the “Sisyphus’ Shrine” (see screenshot). Both leveling spots give you up to 1500 experience per minute, for both your character and your weapons.
Left: “Sisyphus’ Shrine” – Right: Camps
What level is this place suitable for? At character level 40, you can already start beating the monsters with a group of 2-3 people. If you are on your own, have good equipment and area-effect attacks (for example, Hammer + War Axe), you can slowly test yourself with level 45.
Maximize your gains: The spawn time of the monsters is very low, less than 1 minute. With the right rotation, you can quickly gather all the monsters in the camp and take them out with area damage simultaneously. You repeat this process until you have enough.
The new MMORPG Mad World features an isometric perspective and loads of creepy monsters. Soon you will be able to participate in the first Alpha of the MMORPG. MeinMMO reveals how.
MeinMMO has already reported about the dark and dystopian MMORPG Mad World and now the developers have announced an Alpha for the game.
Mad World is an MMORPG that you play from an isometric perspective. You see your hero from above, similar to games like Diablo.
The game is being developed by Jandisoft. These are developers who previously worked on the MMORPG classic Metin 2 among others. With their new game, they are taking a much darker path.
Dark RPG reminiscent of “Darkest Dungeon” from the isometric perspective
What kind of game is this? In the MMORPG Mad World, humanity has fallen. The world has been overrun by demons and is now desolate and devastated. Your story is one of hope in the seemingly never-ending fight against your oppressors.
The graphic style of the MMORPG is particularly striking. The unique and bizarre enemies, which look like they come straight from the single-player hit Darkest Dungeon, are all hand-drawn, according to the developers.
In the game, you explore this world together with friends and encounter NPCs who have quests for you, telling small or larger stories. There are no classes by the way; instead, you choose your abilities from a complex skill tree and create your own unique hero.
What is a browser MMORPG? The game is based on a self-developed HTML5 engine. Therefore, you do not need a separate client or program to play the game. Instead, you only need a browser to start the game.
The developers have also explained that you can play the game on both PC and mobile devices like phones or tablets.
Is there already gameplay? You can check out the first gameplay on the official YouTube channel of the developers. Here we have embedded the announcement trailer for the Alpha:
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When does the Alpha start? The Alpha of Mad World starts on October 25 at 3:30 AM (1:30 GMT) and runs until October 31, 2021. So you have about a week to check out the new MMORPG.
Here’s how to sign up: If you want to participate in the Alpha, go to the official website of the developers (via Madworldmmo.com).
Here you can click the “Play” button and be redirected to the registration page. Here you can
log in with your Facebook account or your Google account
Alternatively, you can create an account with the developers. For this, you need a valid email address, a username, and a password.
If you are looking for more MMORPGs that will be released soon, then take a look here. In this article, we present the most interesting MMORPGs you can expect in 2021 and 2022.
An American trainer from Pokémon GO has achieved a remarkable milestone. He has managed to obtain a full, living Lucky Pokédex. We at MeinMMO had the opportunity to ask him a few questions and tell you how he accomplished this.
What milestone is it? Many trainers in Pokémon GO dream of getting a full Lucky Pokédex. This means they have a lucky entry in the game for every monster. However, the trainer ZhessZhess from the USA set himself an even higher goal. He wanted to have a full, living Lucky Pokédex.
As he shows in his reddit post, he finally achieved this goal on October 10, 2021 (via reddit.com). He has a full, living Lucky Pokédex consisting of 686 different Pokémon. This is a remarkable milestone, which is why we asked him for an interview.
This is a full, living Lucky Pokédex
Anyone who regularly plays Pokémon GO knows that by trading monsters, there is a possibility of getting a Lucky Pokémon. Therefore, many trainers aim to have every monster registered as a Lucky Pokémon at least once in their Pokédex.
But what is the difference to a living Lucky Pokédex? We didn’t even have to ask ZhessZhess this question, as he already expressed in his first message how happy he is about this milestone and what a full, living Lucky Pokédex means to him.
The “living” stands for the way he collects his monsters. He wants not only to have each Pokémon registered at least once, but also to keep it permanently in his Pokémon storage.
According to him, many of his friends trade a monster, like Bulbasaur, to then evolve it into Ivysaur and Venusaur. From his perspective, that means the monster is gone. ZhessZhess didn’t want that. For this reason, as seen in the following image, he keeps a lucky specimen for each evolution. This is what makes the liveliness of his Lucky Dex for him.
Lucky Pokémon in the Pokémon storage
Currently, he holds 686 different Lucky Pokémon in his Pokémon storage. He is only missing a few costumed monsters. These include the Rock and Pop Pikachu from the Pokémon GO Fest 2021.
This is how he obtained his full, living Lucky Pokédex
We at MeinMMO naturally wanted to know how ZhessZhess achieved this milestone. For this reason, we contacted him via reddit and asked him to answer a few questions about his Pokédex.
How long has ZhessZhess been playing Pokémon GO?
According to his own statements, he is one of the early trainers. Pokémon GO was released on July 6, 2016, in the United States, and ZhessZhess has been playing since that day.
How long did it take him to reach his milestone?
Overall, ZhessZhess has already conducted over 13,000 trades. He received support from friends, from whom he obtained most of the rare monsters for his collection. He estimates the time spent at over 1,000 hours.
He also revealed to us that he had already reached a similar milestone on July 22, 2020. At that time, he also had a full, living Lucky Pokédex of 603 Pokémon. He has remained at that number and continued to trade diligently.
Why did he choose a living Lucky Pokédex?
As he explained in the interview, this has to do with his favorite Pokémon Charizard. For him, it was always clear that he not only wanted Charizard as a Lucky Pokémon, but the entire Charmander family. For this reason, he decided to never delete a Lucky Pokémon.
Charmander, Charmeleon, and Charizard
When he had collected about 200 unique Lucky Pokémon, he decided he wanted to trade for a full, living Lucky Pokédex. While his friends wanted to achieve a normal, complete Lucky Pokédex, he set himself a much harder goal, which he found very enjoyable. Overall, he now has 909 Lucky Pokémon in his collection.
Were all the Pokémon traded with Lucky Friends?
Most trainers will now probably wonder how ZhessZhess got so many Lucky Pokémon. As he revealed to us in the interview, he got about 100 of the 909 monsters through a lucky trade with a Lucky Friend. Most of these Pokémon are rare specimens or Shinies.
The remaining monsters were traded normally. He has pushed the daily limit of 100 trades with friends countless times.
Which monster was the hardest to obtain?
The hardest one for ZhessZhess to obtain was Mesprit. This monster is a regional Pokémon from the lake trio, which can only be obtained in Europe. A friend of his was in the UK during the lake trio event in May 2019 and brought him two specimens. At that time, there were no remote raid passes in the game yet.
Mesprit
Since he and his friend were not Lucky Friends at that time, and it would have potentially taken months to achieve this status, the trade had to work this way according to ZhessZhess. So he decided to trade his Charizard.
At the beginning of the game, he chose Charmander as his starter Pokémon and evolved it into the aforementioned Charizard. He had actually never wanted to trade this monster, but in such a situation, ZhessZhess made an exception. Due to the age of the monster, there was a higher chance for a Lucky Pokémon. The friends indeed got lucky and it worked out.
What goal does ZhessZhess have next?
Next, he wants to have all costumed Pokémon in their Lucky forms. He is already on a good track, as he has already collected about 90% of the monsters. Since especially the regional monsters are difficult to obtain, he saves his Lucky Friends and waits until they can bring him one of the missing monsters from vacation. This includes various forms of Furfrou.
This is the tip ZhessZhess has for other trainers
Of course, we also asked ZhessZhess what tip he has for other Pokémon GO trainers. He advises to start small first, as getting a full Lucky Pokédex takes a lot of work. For this reason, you should start with the first 150 Pokémon.
After that, he recommends moving on step by step. As it is a lot of work, most players decide to collect a “normal” complete Lucky Pokédex. However, he still finds it nicer to keep the individual Pokémon rather than evolve or delete them.
What do you think of ZhessZhess’s milestone? Do you have similar goals? Or have you even collected such a Lucky Pokédex yourself? Feel free to share your opinions and experiences here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers on this topic.
Daily, you encounter in Destiny 2, one NPC or another without questioning what that person is hiding or who they are. Therefore, we present to you 8 facts about Ikora Rey that you probably didn’t have on your radar.
Who is Ikora? Ikora Rey belongs to the Vanguard and is the leader and chief of all Warlocks. For a time, she remained in the background during the Destiny 2 story. As Bungie noticed this, they decided that she should be more integrated into the story.
As “The Witch Queen” approaches, it could be that she will take on a more significant role, as she was also seen in this regard in the trailer. On this occasion, we list 8 facts about Ikora, some of which you probably did not know.
1. She uses multiple Light classes
In the Destiny 2 universe, it is unusual to master multiple Light classes. Our Guardian, on the other hand, who can wield multiple Light classes and even the Darkness, is considered a prodigy of guardianship. Despite this, there are a few exceptions that, through rigorous training, gain the chance to use multiple Light focuses.
She likely masters all Light focuses
Ikora Rey taught us in Destiny 1 how to wield the immense Arc power in the form of the Stormcaller. Many thought that Ikora was only a Stormcaller because of this. But that is not the case. In the fight against the Cabal Legion at the beginning of Destiny 2, Ikora used a Nova Bomb against a Cabal ship.
As it seems, she masters the Nova and Arc focus. Whether she can make Solar her ally is uncertain, but nonetheless not impossible.
Perhaps more of her abilities will be revealed in the major expansion “The Witch Queen”.
2. She was the first with a 25-game winning streak in the Crucible
Before Ikora established herself in the Vanguard, she stormed the Crucible. Creepy rumors circulated.
Guardians tell stories in which Ikora Rey took Shaxx so hard that he has not been able to sit normally since. She was a true beast when it came to fighting, and thus she became the first to hold the record for 25 consecutive victories in the Crucible. No one else has come close to achieving that.
Despite this, the Crucible refined her, for without it, Ikora would not have become what she is now.
3. Thanks to her plans, the Earth still stands
Colleagues from the Warlock Academy and the Vanguard know Ikora for her iconic character. By nature, Ikora preferred a straightforward education and rejected the traditional approach of the Tower.
Her impatience with traditions initially provoked the ire of her guardian colleagues. However, her travels in the solar system gave her a new perspective on the Light.
Thanks to her tenacity, she earned respect among her Warlock colleagues. Subsequently, she became the apprentice of Osiris, the first Warlock of the Vanguard. Ikora attentively followed all of the elder Warlock’s teachings.
When she took the place of the Warlock Vanguard, Ikora’s proactive and direct approach helped countless times in defending the Last City and the Earth.
4. She has a preference for shotguns
True fans of Ikora should have noticed that she has a preference for shotguns. Shotguns are perfect for quick, straightforward, and powerful statements.
Ikora has used her beloved shotgun “Scorn” since her days in the Crucible. Unfortunately, she lost the weapon during her solo crusade against the Cabal Legion on Io.
The cool thing about the weapon was that it generated ammunition out of thin air. But that wasn’t all. The shotgun could also be fired fully automatic, fitting Ikora’s daring side.
Ikora’s weapon – “Scorn”
5. Ikora was Osiris’ “favorite student”
It is known that Ikora was Osiris’ best student. However, she was probably even more. Ikora was also Osiris’ “favorite student”. They both share a fondness for exploring the unknown. While Ikora focused on Warlock studies, Osiris nearly maniacally concentrated on the studies of the Vex.
Moreover, Ikora sometimes attempted to defend Osiris and his studies when he was questioned by the Vanguard. Especially when it appeared that Osiris was neglecting his duties.
In light of this, the consensus entrusted Ikora with secret duties of the Warlock Vanguard until Osiris’ exile. Afterwards, Ikora officially succeeded him in this position.
Osiris, who is currently missing.
6. She has delved into Thanatonautics
What does this mean exactly? Thanatonautics is simply the exploration of the state during dying. Many Guardians have been researching death since the incorporation of the Crucible. They believed that on the way to death, visions are revealed. In such “near-death experiences”, Guardians saw visions of possible futures.
As a result, a group called the “Thanatonauts” was formed. As a Guardian, it was easy to evoke such “visions”, as one can never truly die thanks to the Light.
Due to her thirst for knowledge and the fact that her mentor Osiris was also a member of the cult, she participated in these experiments. At an unknown time, she left this group. Whether it was due to a specific experience remains unclear.
7. She built her own espionage network
You may have already heard something about the secret “Hidden”. This organization is trained to spy on Darkness and similar threats to identify possible dangers to the Last City. However, many are not aware that this organization was initiated and is led by Ikora herself.
It is unclear whether the Vanguard itself is aware of the existence of the Hidden. Some, like Mara Sov and Eris, are, however, aware of such a network.
8. Ikora once had a tense relationship with her Ghost
Every Guardian is “born” with a Ghost. This Ghost is an eternal companion. However, the cohabitation with these beings does not always go smoothly. Just like between humans, there can sometimes be disagreements and quarrels between Ghost and human. This was also the case with Ikora and her companion “Ophiuchus”.
Ikora’s Ghost believed that Ghosts were created to match their Guardian’s character. In this case, Ophiuchus was a calm and measured Ghost who supported Ikora with her fiery temperament and often calmed her.
However, there came a point when they no longer understood each other. They had a falling out, and Ophiuchus silently followed Ikora from then on. He only observed his Guardian’s further actions.
But after 61 years, when Ikora and Osiris finally reunited, Ikora also reconciled with her Ghost.
Did you already know all this information about Ikora, or did a particular fact surprise you? If you know more facts, feel free to share them with us in the comments.
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Microsoft has finally announced the pre-order date for their refrigerator designed like the Xbox Series X. The piece costs “only” €99 and will be available for pre-order in Germany at GameStop. However, MeinMMO author Irina is sure about one thing: Pre-orders won’t be pretty.
This is the refrigerator: Like many things on the internet, the Xbox refrigerator was originally a meme. After the unusual design of the new Xbox Series X was revealed for the first time, a wave of meme images flooded the gaming communities comparing the console to a refrigerator.
The refrigerator can hold up to 12 beverage cans and has side compartments for snacks. It also features a USB slot on the front, through which you can charge your smartphones, controllers, and other devices.
To ensure you can use your refrigerator on the go, a DC adapter is included in the delivery.
How to pre-order: According to the official Xbox site, pre-orders will start on October 19. In Germany, GameStop will be the only retailer where you can pre-order the mini refrigerators.
Just in time for the holidays, the Xbox Mini Fridge will go up for pre-sale on October 19 and will be available worldwide at various retailers in December 2021. In the first production wave, the Xbox “Mini Fridge” will be available at GameStop in Germany for €99 (MSRP).
It is still unclear whether pre-orders will only be possible in the online GameStop store or whether the individual stores will also receive their own contingents of refrigerators. As soon as more information is available, we will update this article with new information.
The release of the mini refrigerator is in December 2021.
A year ago just a joke, now reality. The Xbox refrigerator is coming to stores.
“It will land on eBay immediately”
I have been eagerly awaiting the sale of the Xbox refrigerator since the official announcement. As someone whose apartment is filled with gaming merchandise, I didn’t want to miss out on this piece.
Accordingly, I had expected the Xbox mini refrigerator to be priced at around €200 and was pleasantly surprised by the actual price.
The current situation regarding scalping: Even at €200, the price would not be the main issue with pre-ordering the refrigerator. The concern is the scalpers. In my circle of friends, the announcement was commented on with the words, “It will land on eBay immediately.” And as things stand right now, that seems to be true.
For some time now, scalpers have had their eye on coveted gaming items. The new consoles PS5 and Xbox Series X have been rarely available since their release in 2020 and only come in small drops. On eBay, the price for a PS5 varies between €600 and €1,000.
But other sold out gaming items are not spared either:
What Microsoft says: From the official post on the Xbox site, you can read a slight uncertainty about the pre-orders. Microsoft seems to anticipate that the mini refrigerators will sell out quickly and states:
We are working to make the Xbox Mini Fridge available to as many fans as possible and will continue to expand regional availability in 2022, subject to regulatory approvals and restrictions depending on the market.
You can be fairly certain that the mini refrigerator will sell out as quickly as other similar gaming items did before it. So if you have your eye on it, be ready on October 19. I wish you all good luck.
Are you interested in the mini refrigerator? Will you try to get it during the first pre-order wave or will you wait until Microsoft supplies more? Let us know in the comments what you think about this meme item.
By the way, Ikea has taken it a step further and now sells its own gaming furniture:
“After 100 hours, it really gets fun,” you often read that. But then games are exactly one thing: just not good – at least that’s how MeinMMO demon Cortyn sees it, and he’s had enough of bad games.
No matter how much you love a game – eventually the air just runs out, even if only for a while. Especially players of MMORPGs long for something new and ask friends and acquaintances: “Can you recommend a good game?”
Very often, you get a response like: “Sure, check out this game. But it takes about 50 hours before it’s really good.”
Different indications are often made depending on the game. Some games are said to need to be played between 20 and 200 hours before they “really get fun”.
Now comes the simple, actually obvious, yet so bitter truth: If you have to play “your game” for 50 hours before it’s really good, then it is a bad game for 50 hours.
A time investment beyond good and evil
I can completely understand that some are raising their eyebrows and thinking: “50 hours is nothing. I’ve surely played 5,000 hours in my MMORPG, that’s not a long time.”
And you are right. 50 hours is not a long time if you have played 5,000 and had fun for most of that time. Then the 50 hours hardly matter.
Depending on your free time, 50 hours can represent a very long period. If someone only has about 2 hours available to play every evening, they need about a month to accumulate those 50 hours.
No fun for a long time? Then it’s not a good game.
Now just imagine having to invest your limited free time in an activity that gives you no joy for an entire month every evening. Just to hope afterward that the game will, as promised, really get much better and finally be fun.
Really picture it. You work all day, come home, want to do something enjoyable, and your outlook is to play a game that provides no fun or very little fun – for 25 days.
That’s not a pleasant thought. For someone with plenty of free time, it’s already quite an investment, but for people with significantly less gaming time, it’s a nearly insurmountable obstacle.
The risk that a game will not even be considered is incredibly high. Because no one wants to waste their free time on something that doesn’t bring joy.
Where does the problem come from?
Especially MMORPGs struggle with this issue that a game is “only good after X hours.” While older MMORPGs might score immediately and convince right at release, these games often age poorly. What was a solid intro 5 or 10 years ago is now terribly outdated. But even more problems contribute to this:
Parasitic systems: Although parasitic systems in games are negative in the long run, they can at least temporarily increase the enjoyment of the game. In most cases, this is only relevant in the endgame – during the leveling phase, you see relatively little of them.
Dead content: Based on this, the “path to the endgame” is often painfully neglected by many developers. After all, the loyal, active players have already gone through this content – and they are starving for new additions and the resolution of the most pressing issues in the endgame. Of course, developers focus their resources on retaining active players and providing them with “more to do”. The path to the endgame quickly becomes “dead content” that doesn’t really receive any overhaul.
“Eventually,” the story of Final Fantasy XIV gets really good. But who can hold out until “eventually”?
Ultimately, one should ask the question with every affected game: Why does the game only become good after X hours? What happens after this magical number of hours that suddenly makes it a much better game? And – if that really is the case – couldn’t the game simply put that fun right at the beginning?
The beginning is important. Whether it’s a series, a movie, a book, or a video game. The start has to captivate you. You have to have fun, be excited, and want to know what happens next. Later, you can forgive calmer passages or even somewhat “monotonous” gameplay. But first, the game must convince.
There are games where I do consider this to be the case to a certain extent. Especially competitive games with a strong PvP aspect, like Dead by Daylight, Overwatch or even MOBAs like SMITE simply require some time. You first need to acquire enough knowledge to compete against other players. Here, an adaptation period of a few hours to learn the basics is acceptable.
The difference here, however, lies primarily in the fact that these games provide you with all the tools from the very beginning to have fun. It’s merely the knowledge gap of the other players that you primarily need to catch up to. Therefore, these games are not primarily the focus here.
Can you free yourself from this?
I’m not free from this issue and perspective either. I also believe that World of Warcraft is really a great game after the leveling phase. That it only “really starts” at level 60, with raids and endgame dungeons being among the best in this genre. Just like I think you can really enjoy Dead by Daylight only after about 100 hours when you’ve at least seen and understood all killers and perks.
But that doesn’t change the fact that I find that really terrible to say, quite soberly.
I’m fully aware that the prospect of having to understand over two dozen killers looks terribly daunting. If you don’t have an experienced teammate on Discord consistently explaining what’s happening in the match against this killer, you’re going to be completely lost. The flood of information is really annoying and distracts from the actual game.
Having to wade through 200 pages of manuals (or guides) just to finally have fun doesn’t sound very enticing either.
Even Dead by Daylight is “good if you withstand the long, hard entry”.
One problem here is also the self-perception of the players. Those who have been playing a game for many months or years know many systems, understand how they are interconnected, and probably don’t find it all that wild anymore. It’s hard to mentally put yourself back into the role of a “clueless noob” who has to learn everything and doesn’t know yet how great the game can be later on.
This also discourages me from finally giving Final Fantasy XIV a chance. Several friends have told me that the game “really gets good after the main story of the base game and the first expansion,” which in reverse really only means: Until then, it’s not that great.
How can the problem be solved?
In principle, this is difficult as the clear answer to this would probably be: development time. But that costs money and time. Time that could be spent on new content to keep current players satisfied.
Some games offer various options to skip the “boring” or “annoying” parts – like character boosts. However, this brings with it entirely different problems, such as the feeling of being “lost” in the game world, not being able to follow the story, or becoming spontaneously overloaded with skills and systems.
Some games try to fix this retroactively. World of Warcraft, for example, introduced a new starting area with Shadowlands and brought in a feature called “Chromie Time,” where players can choose their leveling content. While this was a good step, I think it’s not enough.
In the specific case of World of Warcraft, this does not disguise the fact that many classes feel “incomplete” for dozens of hours, and battles are trivial in every way. Because the missing character abilities at low levels are compensated by the fact that enemies have so few hit points that they fall with one or two attacks anyway.
A new starter island should make the entry into WoW more interesting – it succeeded, at least in part.
This then leads to a completely different problem, namely that games like WoW suddenly become way too complex for newcomers. The requirements and the learning curve are just poorly distributed.
For long stretches, the gameplay is boring and underwhelming, before suddenly being overloaded with systems and becoming hard to decipher.
I believe developers need to rethink the entry into their games – especially in the case of MMORPGs. It should no longer be focused on what the simplest mechanics and gameplay are, but what is most fun.
At least the first hours need to be made more engaging. If a game still isn’t fun after more than 30 minutes, you lose many players – probably forever. And that’s only because the entry into a game obviously has such a low status.
Or what do you think? Do you want to struggle through dozens of hours of “bad” gameplay to get to the good part?
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New World wanted to offer a character transfer starting from October 17, but that is not going to happen now. The developers are delaying the transfer by another good week. MeinMMO explains the current state of affairs.
Here’s what it’s about: In the first days after the release of New World, the game struggled with endlessly long queues. To counter this issue, many additional servers were opened. To ensure you can play with your friends soon, New World is providing free server transfers for your character.
Many players and even entire companies (the guilds in New World) are already waiting to switch servers.
Server transfer in New World delayed once again, will come in a week
When will the server transfer come? The developers have updated their post in the New World forum and explained that the server transfer will be delayed (via forums.newworld.com).
We have tested the final parts of the server transfer system and are ready, but we have made the difficult decision to postpone it until next week.
We have been working uninterrupted on this feature every day to meet our timeline estimates, but releasing it now would mean downtime, server balance changes due to transfers, wars that cannot be conducted due to different schedules, and similar issues.
In their post, the developers explain that they do not want to release the feature because it would cause issues. This could lead to downtime or an imbalance on the servers, or wars (the important PvP element in the game) could not be coordinated.
In the future, they want to provide players with more details about how the transfers work and what the developers have learned from this feature regarding the game:
You can expect multiple announcements from our team in the near future, including more precise details on how we will introduce the transfer function and a deep insight into the lessons we have learned in the past weeks.
Is there a specific date? No, the developers did not mention a specific date; the feature is expected to be activated sometime next week. If we receive more accurate information, you will find it right here with us on MeinMMO.
In the patch notes for New World from October 6, the team wrote that the feature for the server transfer was supposed to be activated in the week of the 10th. However, due to technical difficulties, the release has now been postponed by a week to October 17. Now the team is postponing this date again by about a week.
If you want to know how to change servers in New World, then check out our overview article. Here we present to you how it is supposed to work:
Many fans wish for black side plates for their PS5 consoles, but Sony has previously prevented sales by third-party vendors. One of these sellers has now gone so far as to provoke the publisher with their sales. Now Sony is reacting.
What are these side plates? Currently, the PS5 is only available in white. However, the white side covers of the console, called faceplates or side plates, are easily replaceable. Sony had even shown in a video how to disassemble the PS5.
For this reason, various vendors started adding colorful side plates to their offerings. Because the flashy design of the PS5 does not appeal to every buyer of the console. However, one manufacturer has now crossed a line, and Sony has reacted.
This is what the manufacturer did: On the manufacturer’s website, dbrand, a few months ago, one could see various stylish side plate designs along with plenty of jabs at Sony. For instance, it was stated that they deserved a Nobel Prize for fixing Sony’s “monumental failures in poor design.”
In the descriptions of the side plate offers for the PS5, dbrand mocked Sony and provoked the publisher to a lawsuit. They also joked about Sony on Twitter. dbrand even posted a photo of a plate with the caption: “Get your [plate] before Sony’s lawyers do.
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Here’s how Sony is reacting now: The dbrand team posted a letter from Sony on Reddit (via reddit.com) In the letter, Sony’s lawyers demand that dbrand “immediately and permanently cease all marketing and promotional activities for faceplates with the product configuration of the PS5 faceplates from SIE or any similar product configuration, including without limitation all faceplates currently offered for sale on dbrand.com.”
This specifically concerns the violation of intellectual property rights, as the product design of the PS5 is protected, and manufacturers are only allowed to produce backplates and other accessories for the PS5 with Sony’s permission. However, Sony had not granted dbrand such permission.
The manufacturers’ response on Reddit was overall unfriendly: They couldn’t understand Sony’s behavior since they were only offering backplates and were not a loss-making venture for Sony. After all, anyone wanting to use a backplate still needs a PS5:
Instead of answering them, we’d rather get straight to the point: We have decided to comply with the demands of the terrorists… For now.
If you currently visit the official dbrand site, you will find that the PS5 plates have indeed disappeared from there. Instead, there’s a long list of all articles published on the topic.
dbrand is not an unknown entity and sells, in addition to such side plates, so-called skins for smartphones and protective covers for small devices. For example, the vendor had a YouTuber throw iPod cases at him for money to demonstrate how durable his product was. The community found this extremely funny and praised the action.
If you are interested in more about the PS5, you might also find this appealing:
Manufacturers of side plates are in a tough situation
The discussion about dbrand is not the first case where Sony is taking action against manufacturers of such side plates. The manufacturers who offer colorful plates for the PS5 are hitting a nerve with many users who are not enthusiastic about the white design of the PS5.
For example, in the case of Customize My Plates, they were forced by Sony’s lawyers to cease the sale of colorful side plates. Here, Sony argued that the colorful side plates, like the PS5, are the intellectual property of Sony and that they would take action against the company as soon as the plates hit the market.
Thus, Sony’s reaction is also not surprising in this case. The company behind the PS5 has always consistently acted against all offers such as backplates or black designs for the PS5.
What do you think? Did the vendor go too far, and did Sony have to respond, or do you think Sony’s actions are wrong? Let us know in the comments.
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Valve plans to remove all games with cryptocurrency and NFTs from their Steam store. Some titles have already disappeared; however, the second largest MMORPG is still there.
This has happened on Steam: The gaming platform Steam recently changed its rules for publishing games. The change affects all games that are based on blockchain technology and support NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens, via Wikipedia) and cryptocurrencies.
With blockchain technology and NFTs, content can be created that cannot be manipulated or forged. In MMORPGs, users can store unlocked abilities or items using blockchain.
The new rule was added as the 13th point in the list of games “that should not be published on Steam.” Games offering this will now be removed from the platform.
More on the topic of blockchain in gaming can be found here:
Among the games being removed is the indie adventure Age of Rust, which was supposed to be released on Steam in 2022. The developers communicated the ban to their community in several tweets and expressed their disappointment about Valve’s decision.
In the tweets, the developers stated that they had always been transparent in their communications regarding NFTs with Valve. They are now looking for a new platform for their game because they believe blockchain games are the future of
The second largest MMORPG is on Steam, but no one knows for how much longer
This MMORPG is still in the store: It currently seems that not all games with cryptocurrencies and NFTs have been removed from the store. Among the remaining games is, for example, the large MMORPG MIR4, which until recently was the MMORPG with the most players on Steam (as of October 16, 2021, at 12 PM).
In the reviews, players complain about monotonous gameplay, bots, and hackers as well as strong monetization through the in-game shop. However, earning money through cryptocurrency is praised, which may also be the main reason for the surprisingly high player numbers despite poor reviews.
MIR4 is still on Steam. The red notice that the game has been removed from the store, like in the case of Age of Rust, is not present here. However, it is doubtful how long this will continue under the new Steam regulations.
Age of Rust has already been removed. MIR4 is likely to face the same fate soon
Epic welcomes the games
This is what Tim Sweeney says: After the news about the banning of games with cryptocurrencies and NFTs on Steam became known, the CEO of Epic Games commented on the issue. In a tweet, he wrote that “Games that use blockchain technology are welcome in the Epic Game Store, as long as they comply with all relevant laws […].”
The games must, according to Sweeney, have the corresponding notices in their terms of service and appropriate age ratings. He concluded by adding that Epic itself does not use cryptocurrencies in its games, but it welcomes innovation in technology and finance.
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Sweeney’s reaction is not surprising. The Epic Game Store is in direct competition with Steam and has prided itself from the beginning on being fairer to developers. For instance, by only charging 12% of revenue as a fee, instead of the 30% that Steam does.
Epic has therefore secured exclusivity rights to several large games multiple times, which should bring them new customers and advantages over Steam. These include, for example, Metro: Exodus or the time exclusivity of Red Dead Redemption 2.
It is not excluded that after the ban on Steam, the developers of the banned games may find a new home at Epic.
Those looking for a direct alternative to WoW or FFXIV may not be happy here. Because there are no classic dungeons and raids, and you will also have to forgo an overarching story.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Black Desert offers its own client that you can download directly from the website. The MMORPG is also available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Place 2 – Final Fantasy XIV
Focus of the MMORPG: Theme park, story, and instances
Player count: 28,161 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Increasing
Business model: Base game Free2Play, subscription, and Buy2Play for new expansions
Developer: Square Enix
What kind of game is this? Final Fantasy XIV originally released in 2010 and received harsh criticism. In 2013, it underwent a major relaunch called “A Realm Reborn.” Since then, it has been one of the most popular MMORPGs.
The game resembles classic Japanese RPGs, largely due to its strong focus on story. In the endgame, you will face many challenging raids and challenges. However, you will need to get accustomed to the combat system, which feels clunky and sluggish, especially at the beginning.
The game world is enormous, and there are various classes referred to as “jobs.” The special thing is that you can level them all with one character. Additionally, Final Fantasy XIV is regularly updated with new patches and even major expansions. In November, the next expansion Endwalker will be released, which we’ve introduced in detail.
For whom is it interesting? Final Fantasy XIV is particularly appealing to players who:
Find the story very important in an MMORPG
Prefer games with tab-targeting as a combat system
Enjoy following a linear story
Want to prove themselves with other players in dungeons and raids
Are okay with the Japanese setting
Those looking for an action-packed MMORPG with dodge rolls and blocking will not find happiness here. The game also shows its age in terms of interface and graphics. Additionally, there are almost no PvP content, and the instanced modes that do exist typically have long wait times.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Final Fantasy XIV is available both on Steam and in its own launcher, as well as for Mac, PS4, and PS5. Unfortunately, Xbox console users currently have to forgo Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV provides crossplay between platforms, provided you and your friends play on the same data center.
Place 1 – New World
Focus of the MMORPG: Crafting, exploration, and PvP in the endgame
Player count: 511,171 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Just released on September 28
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Amazon Games
What kind of game is this?New World is the latest MMORPG on the list and just had its release on September 28. It was originally developed as a PvP title with some survival aspects, but now it also aims to attract classic MMORPG fans.
The quest system has been revised, and new world bosses and especially 6 completely new dungeons have been added to the game. Additionally, PvP in the open world is now optional. However, if activated, players can eliminate enemies from an opposing company and conquer forts on the map.
The highlights of the game are the gathering and crafting system, which feels incredibly rewarding, as well as the endgame wars where players fight in 50v50 battles for territories.
The combat system requires active targeting and dodging and feels incredibly weighty. However, it is significantly slower than in games like ESO or Black Desert. This makes it more tactical but may not appeal to every player.
Criticism has also been directed at the rather weak quest design and the lack of an overarching story. However, if you wish, you can find small lore snippets on the ground to learn more about the world.
The English YouTuber Zizaran documented his experiences with New World in a video:
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For whom is it interesting? New World caters to players who:
Are generally looking for a completely new MMO with a fresh setting
Enjoy gathering and crafting
Look for an MMORPG with an active combat system and dodge rolls
Like PvP but don’t want to constantly compete against other players
Don’t require classes, as New World lets your playstyle be defined entirely by your equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
Those looking for an action-packed MMORPG with dodge rolls and blocking will not find happiness here. The game also shows its age in terms of interface and graphics. Additionally, there are almost no PvP content, and the instanced modes that do exist typically have long wait times.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Final Fantasy XIV is available both on Steam and in its own launcher, as well as for Mac, PS4, and PS5. Unfortunately, Xbox console users currently have to forgo Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV provides crossplay between platforms, provided you and your friends play on the same data center.
Place 1 – New World
Focus of the MMORPG: Crafting, exploration, and PvP in the endgame
Player count: 511,171 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Just released on September 28
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Amazon Games
What kind of game is this?New World is the latest MMORPG on the list and just had its release on September 28. It was originally developed as a PvP title with some survival aspects, but now it also aims to attract classic MMORPG fans.
The quest system has been revised, and new world bosses and especially 6 completely new dungeons have been added to the game. Additionally, PvP in the open world is now optional. However, if activated, players can eliminate enemies from an opposing company and conquer forts on the map.
The highlights of the game are the gathering and crafting system, which feels incredibly rewarding, as well as the endgame wars where players fight in 50v50 battles for territories.
The combat system requires active targeting and dodging and feels incredibly weighty. However, it is significantly slower than in games like ESO or Black Desert. This makes it more tactical but may not appeal to every player.
Criticism has also been directed at the rather weak quest design and the lack of an overarching story. However, if you wish, you can find small lore snippets on the ground to learn more about the world.
The English YouTuber Zizaran documented his experiences with New World in a video:
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For whom is it interesting? New World caters to players who:
Are generally looking for a completely new MMO with a fresh setting
Enjoy gathering and crafting
Look for an MMORPG with an active combat system and dodge rolls
Like PvP but don’t want to constantly compete against other players
Don’t require classes, as New World lets your playstyle be defined entirely by your equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
Those looking for a direct alternative to WoW or FFXIV may not be happy here. Because there are no classic dungeons and raids, and you will also have to forgo an overarching story.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Black Desert offers its own client that you can download directly from the website. The MMORPG is also available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Place 2 – Final Fantasy XIV
Focus of the MMORPG: Theme park, story, and instances
Player count: 28,161 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Increasing
Business model: Base game Free2Play, subscription, and Buy2Play for new expansions
Developer: Square Enix
What kind of game is this? Final Fantasy XIV originally released in 2010 and received harsh criticism. In 2013, it underwent a major relaunch called “A Realm Reborn.” Since then, it has been one of the most popular MMORPGs.
The game resembles classic Japanese RPGs, largely due to its strong focus on story. In the endgame, you will face many challenging raids and challenges. However, you will need to get accustomed to the combat system, which feels clunky and sluggish, especially at the beginning.
The game world is enormous, and there are various classes referred to as “jobs.” The special thing is that you can level them all with one character. Additionally, Final Fantasy XIV is regularly updated with new patches and even major expansions. In November, the next expansion Endwalker will be released, which we’ve introduced in detail.
For whom is it interesting? Final Fantasy XIV is particularly appealing to players who:
Find the story very important in an MMORPG
Prefer games with tab-targeting as a combat system
Enjoy following a linear story
Want to prove themselves with other players in dungeons and raids
Are okay with the Japanese setting
Those looking for an action-packed MMORPG with dodge rolls and blocking will not find happiness here. The game also shows its age in terms of interface and graphics. Additionally, there are almost no PvP content, and the instanced modes that do exist typically have long wait times.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Final Fantasy XIV is available both on Steam and in its own launcher, as well as for Mac, PS4, and PS5. Unfortunately, Xbox console users currently have to forgo Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV provides crossplay between platforms, provided you and your friends play on the same data center.
Place 1 – New World
Focus of the MMORPG: Crafting, exploration, and PvP in the endgame
Player count: 511,171 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Just released on September 28
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Amazon Games
What kind of game is this?New World is the latest MMORPG on the list and just had its release on September 28. It was originally developed as a PvP title with some survival aspects, but now it also aims to attract classic MMORPG fans.
The quest system has been revised, and new world bosses and especially 6 completely new dungeons have been added to the game. Additionally, PvP in the open world is now optional. However, if activated, players can eliminate enemies from an opposing company and conquer forts on the map.
The highlights of the game are the gathering and crafting system, which feels incredibly rewarding, as well as the endgame wars where players fight in 50v50 battles for territories.
The combat system requires active targeting and dodging and feels incredibly weighty. However, it is significantly slower than in games like ESO or Black Desert. This makes it more tactical but may not appeal to every player.
Criticism has also been directed at the rather weak quest design and the lack of an overarching story. However, if you wish, you can find small lore snippets on the ground to learn more about the world.
The English YouTuber Zizaran documented his experiences with New World in a video:
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For whom is it interesting? New World caters to players who:
Are generally looking for a completely new MMO with a fresh setting
Enjoy gathering and crafting
Look for an MMORPG with an active combat system and dodge rolls
Like PvP but don’t want to constantly compete against other players
Don’t require classes, as New World lets your playstyle be defined entirely by your equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
MMORPGs are becoming increasingly popular on Steam. We at MeinMMO summarize for you which of the online role-playing games had the most players on Steam in October 2021.
How was the list created? For this list, we looked at the average number of players over the last 30 days for each game. To do this, we used the Steamcharts website, which analyzes and prepares the data from Steam.
However, this list represents only the pure player numbers on Steam. Many MMORPGs also offer a dedicated client for download. Therefore, the total number of players will be correspondingly higher.
Nevertheless, the list is a good indicator of which games are currently popular and what changes have occurred compared to the previous month of September.
Focus of the MMORPG: Sandbox, grinding, and world exploration
Player count: 16,560 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Decreasing compared to last year
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Pearl Abyss
What kind of game is this?Black Desert is a sandbox MMORPG that promises you a lot of freedom. You can level up endlessly, acquire the best gear in various ways, and improve life skills like fishing or gathering. It also offers one of the best character editors on the market and a very action-packed combat system.
Particularly interesting is the economic system, which is entirely player-driven. With the help of NPC workers, you can even build a complex production network where you grow grain in a field and later process it into beer with additional ingredients.
However, Black Desert does not have a linear story or varied quests. You have to set your own goals, whether it’s grinding for level-ups, fighting strong world bosses, or participating in battles for outposts in PvP. The equipment system can be somewhat frustrating, as upgrades can fail and even downgrade your item.
A good overview of the MMORPG is provided by this video from the German YouTuber Entenburg:
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For whom is it interesting? Black Desert caters to players who:
Enjoy action-packed battles
Appreciate strong graphics in an MMORPG
Prefer to seek their own content rather than running from quest hub to quest hub
Want to grind without hesitation
Have no fear of PvP in the open world
Are frustrated resistant when upgrading equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
Those looking for an action-packed MMORPG with dodge rolls and blocking will not find happiness here. The game also shows its age in terms of interface and graphics. Additionally, there are almost no PvP content, and the instanced modes that do exist typically have long wait times.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Final Fantasy XIV is available both on Steam and in its own launcher, as well as for Mac, PS4, and PS5. Unfortunately, Xbox console users currently have to forgo Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV provides crossplay between platforms, provided you and your friends play on the same data center.
Place 1 – New World
Focus of the MMORPG: Crafting, exploration, and PvP in the endgame
Player count: 511,171 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Just released on September 28
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Amazon Games
What kind of game is this?New World is the latest MMORPG on the list and just had its release on September 28. It was originally developed as a PvP title with some survival aspects, but now it also aims to attract classic MMORPG fans.
The quest system has been revised, and new world bosses and especially 6 completely new dungeons have been added to the game. Additionally, PvP in the open world is now optional. However, if activated, players can eliminate enemies from an opposing company and conquer forts on the map.
The highlights of the game are the gathering and crafting system, which feels incredibly rewarding, as well as the endgame wars where players fight in 50v50 battles for territories.
The combat system requires active targeting and dodging and feels incredibly weighty. However, it is significantly slower than in games like ESO or Black Desert. This makes it more tactical but may not appeal to every player.
Criticism has also been directed at the rather weak quest design and the lack of an overarching story. However, if you wish, you can find small lore snippets on the ground to learn more about the world.
The English YouTuber Zizaran documented his experiences with New World in a video:
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For whom is it interesting? New World caters to players who:
Are generally looking for a completely new MMO with a fresh setting
Enjoy gathering and crafting
Look for an MMORPG with an active combat system and dodge rolls
Like PvP but don’t want to constantly compete against other players
Don’t require classes, as New World lets your playstyle be defined entirely by your equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
Those looking for a direct alternative to WoW or FFXIV may not be happy here. Because there are no classic dungeons and raids, and you will also have to forgo an overarching story.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Black Desert offers its own client that you can download directly from the website. The MMORPG is also available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Place 2 – Final Fantasy XIV
Focus of the MMORPG: Theme park, story, and instances
Player count: 28,161 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Increasing
Business model: Base game Free2Play, subscription, and Buy2Play for new expansions
Developer: Square Enix
What kind of game is this? Final Fantasy XIV originally released in 2010 and received harsh criticism. In 2013, it underwent a major relaunch called “A Realm Reborn.” Since then, it has been one of the most popular MMORPGs.
The game resembles classic Japanese RPGs, largely due to its strong focus on story. In the endgame, you will face many challenging raids and challenges. However, you will need to get accustomed to the combat system, which feels clunky and sluggish, especially at the beginning.
The game world is enormous, and there are various classes referred to as “jobs.” The special thing is that you can level them all with one character. Additionally, Final Fantasy XIV is regularly updated with new patches and even major expansions. In November, the next expansion Endwalker will be released, which we’ve introduced in detail.
For whom is it interesting? Final Fantasy XIV is particularly appealing to players who:
Find the story very important in an MMORPG
Prefer games with tab-targeting as a combat system
Enjoy following a linear story
Want to prove themselves with other players in dungeons and raids
Are okay with the Japanese setting
Those looking for an action-packed MMORPG with dodge rolls and blocking will not find happiness here. The game also shows its age in terms of interface and graphics. Additionally, there are almost no PvP content, and the instanced modes that do exist typically have long wait times.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Final Fantasy XIV is available both on Steam and in its own launcher, as well as for Mac, PS4, and PS5. Unfortunately, Xbox console users currently have to forgo Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV provides crossplay between platforms, provided you and your friends play on the same data center.
Place 1 – New World
Focus of the MMORPG: Crafting, exploration, and PvP in the endgame
Player count: 511,171 average players in the last 30 days
Player counts trend: Just released on September 28
Business model: Buy2Play
Developer: Amazon Games
What kind of game is this?New World is the latest MMORPG on the list and just had its release on September 28. It was originally developed as a PvP title with some survival aspects, but now it also aims to attract classic MMORPG fans.
The quest system has been revised, and new world bosses and especially 6 completely new dungeons have been added to the game. Additionally, PvP in the open world is now optional. However, if activated, players can eliminate enemies from an opposing company and conquer forts on the map.
The highlights of the game are the gathering and crafting system, which feels incredibly rewarding, as well as the endgame wars where players fight in 50v50 battles for territories.
The combat system requires active targeting and dodging and feels incredibly weighty. However, it is significantly slower than in games like ESO or Black Desert. This makes it more tactical but may not appeal to every player.
Criticism has also been directed at the rather weak quest design and the lack of an overarching story. However, if you wish, you can find small lore snippets on the ground to learn more about the world.
The English YouTuber Zizaran documented his experiences with New World in a video:
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For whom is it interesting? New World caters to players who:
Are generally looking for a completely new MMO with a fresh setting
Enjoy gathering and crafting
Look for an MMORPG with an active combat system and dodge rolls
Like PvP but don’t want to constantly compete against other players
Don’t require classes, as New World lets your playstyle be defined entirely by your equipment
Those in search of a new theme park MMORPG will only find limited satisfaction in New World. There are no exciting quests and no overarching story. Currently, the number of dungeons is still quite small, and there are no raids.
Where can you play outside of Steam? Nowhere. New World is currently only playable via Steam. Whether there will ever be a version outside of the platform or for consoles is currently unknown.
What is this game about? As in the previous month, we list MIR 4 here as a bonus game. With an average of 34,415 players in the last 30 days, the title would actually be in second place in the ranking.
However, there are some aspects that annoy players about the title:
In FIFA 22 today, on October 15, the new “Road to the Knockouts” begins. We will show you Team 1 and what you can expect in the new event for Champions League & Co.
When does the event start? In FIFA 22, there is a new loading screen that announces the start of “Road to the Knockouts” for October 15, 7:00 PM. Thus, the new event falls into the usual time slot.
What does the event involve? “Road to the Knockouts” is a completely new event that brings some things that FIFA fans have been familiar with for a while.
There are various special cards that will land in packs on Friday evening, thus displacing the OTW-Team 2. Additionally, there will likely be new weekly objectives and SBCs at the start of the event as usual.
We will take a closer look at what special cards are in the event.
Road to the Knockouts – Team 1 with dynamic cards
This is Team 1 of Road to the Knockouts: Here you see the first RTTK team of the event.
The first RTTK team
What special cards are these? In the past, there have been “Road to…” events, only they were called, for example, in FIFA 21 “Road to the Final”.
Dynamic cards landed in the game back then: They could get better if the real team of the player reached certain milestones in the Champions League or Europa League. The RTTF events were always quite popular because they had a direct connection to real football. This could also affect the transfer market in crazy football matches.
The new cards will also feature such functionality. There are two upgrade possibilities:
On one hand, the cards will improve if the players qualify for the knockout phase in their respective tournament.
On the other hand, there will be upgrades for 3 victories within the next 4 group phase matches.
New tournament on board: The loading screen currently shows three different card types that are very similar in design to the old Road-to-the-Final cards (RTTF).
The first card type is dedicated to the Champions League
The Conference League is a new European tournament taking place for the first time this season. From Germany, Union Berlin is participating this year – so it’s possible that there will be a special card here.
As soon as there is more information about the event, this article will be updated. We will keep you posted!
Xur is visiting us again this time in Destiny 2 just in time for the daily reset on Friday, October 15. What the vendor has in store for exotic items this time and whether there is anything useful among his goods, you will find out here at MeinMMO.
What happened this week? In Destiny 2, the Halloween event “Festival of the Lost” started with the Weekly Reset. Along with it came an updated mode, as the well-known “Haunted Forest” had to say goodbye. Now Guardians must venture into the “Haunted Sectors”. With your mask on, you will defeat the Headless Ones and treat yourself to a lot of candy. Correspondingly, the Tower has been decorated, so be sure to visit the good Eva; she will welcome you warmly.
However, that wasn’t all; the seasonal activities have also enjoyed a harder mode since the Weekly Reset. This is not for the faint of heart, and you should bring a well-coordinated team. If you need more information on this, we have prepared a summary for you here:
All information about Xur on October 15, 2021 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Google Stadia
When does Xur arrive? Xur’s schedule always looks the same. The tentacle-faced black-market dealer will expect us every Friday at 7:00 PM at any place in the solar system. Xur disappears every Tuesday at 7:00 PM during the Weekly Reset.
Where is Xur? This is his store for the weekend
Xur’s location: He is located in the Tower and has set up his shop there
Xur’s current position in the Tower
Xur’s Inventory from October 15 to October 19 – All Exotics at a glance
What does Xur have on offer? Xur always has exotic weapons and armors for all characters – that is, for Warlocks, Hunters, and Titans. Every week there is a random offer; the Exo-armors also have their stats randomly rolled. We will take a look at Xur’s current offer and provide the most important data on the gear and also include the legendary items.
Weapon: D.A.R.C.I. – Sniper Rifle for 29 Legendary Shards
Hunter: St4mp-F3R – Leg Armor for 23 Legendary Shards
Mobility: +8
Resilience: +24
Recovery: +2
Discipline: +9
Intellect: +15
Strength: +7
Total: 65
Titan:Synthoceps – Gauntlets for 23 Legendary Shards
Legendary Items: Xur now also offers legendary items. As inflation has hit him hard, he is forced to offer us Guardians old legendary armors and weapons to stay afloat.
If you want a video for better visualization, we link a video from Nexxoss Gaming here.
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Which map awaits you? This week the Bannerfall will be the map. Prepare for snipers.
This week’s map in the Trials
Now, you no longer get your loot through three, five, and seven wins, but through:
seven wins
50 rounds
the notorious Flawless Run
What you get from the first two requirements of the Holy is uncertain. However, in a flawless run, you will be rewarded with the Messenger.
When do the Trials start? The Trials start exactly at 7:00 PM. With the updated system of the Trials of Osiris, hopefully, the sweating of the rounds should be reduced. If not, still keep a towel handy.
How do you find the Halloween event so far? Will you mindlessly farm the candies and book pages over the weekend or do you have no interest in such events? Feel free to let us know!
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At League of Legends, the World Championship is taking place in Iceland. 2 players are currently putting on a monstrous World Championship: The South Koreans ShowMaker and Viper are among the best players in the world. The special thing: Both players haven’t even died during the Worlds yet.
These are the 2 boss fights:
Heo “ShowMaker” Su (21) is the midlaner of the 2020 World Champions DWG Kia. He is frequently found at the top of power rankings worldwide. He is regarded as a LoL prodigy and is the player who reached 1000 kills the fastest in the Korean LCK.
Park “Viper” Do-hyeon (20) is the South Korean ADC serving the Chinese champions EDward Gaming. He made a name for himself early as an ADC at Griffin, a team that flourished under a brilliant but controversial coach before eventually falling apart. Now, Viper has found a team at Edward Gaming where he can truly shine.
Korean achieves a monstrous KDA of 47 after 4 games
This is how ShowMaker is performing so far: ShowMaker is having an outstanding Worlds so far. He has scored 17 kills and 30 assists in 4 games and hasn’t died yet. That’s an incredible KDA of 47.
He has played two games against Doinb, the midlaner from FunPlus Pheonix: He is considered the second-best player in the world, but in 2021, he has not found his place in his two matches against ShowMaker.
ShowMaker immediately dominates the early phase of the lane, achieving an average gold difference of 578 gold after 10 minutes in the first 3 matches.
In the latest match against Doinb, ShowMaker played Twisted Fate and had a solid score of 3-0-9.
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This is how Viper is performing: The ADC of EDward Gaming also has excellent statistics. With 11 kills and 21 assists, at 0 deaths, Viper has a KDA of 32.
Viper is regarded as the best ADC in the world; while he doesn’t exert as strong an influence in the early phase of his matches as ShowMaker, he really steps up in the mid and late game.
Viper’s team is known for executing complex strategies perfectly in the late game, taking few risks and smartly securing victories.
It will be interesting to see how many more will fall to the boss fights at the LoL Worlds 2021 before someone lands the first kill on ShowMaker and Viper.
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Update: Surprisingly, the weakest team from Europe ends the streak
Update 16:34. After the article was already written, something extraordinary happened. Indeed, a player from the seemingly hopeless EU team Rogue managed to kill the boss ShowMaker for the first time.
Now, only Viper remains without a death.
Overall, teams from Europe and the USA have had few successes in this LoL Worlds:
The new Call of Duty: Vanguard offers a big zombie mode again for friends of co-op slaughter and has now explained the story behind the putrid adventure in more detail – saving Europe from an army of the dead.
What is the zombie mode of Call of Duty? CoD has long thought beyond the campaign and multiplayer mode early in its almost 20-year history. In 2008, a crazy co-op mode was introduced – CoD: World at War had the first zombie mode.
In this co-op adventure, it was about surviving hordes of zombies that exerted more pressure on you with each completed round. Zombie kills brought you cash, with which you could buy better weapons to further decimate the unfriendly sloths.
Initially, it was only about survival, but now the mode is much more. On the zombie mode maps, you will find countless hidden secrets, many crazy gameplay upgrades, and a twisted story around nasty rotting Nazi zombies who hate democracy and life.
With Call of Duty: Vanguard, the story of the zombies goes back to the beginning – in the truest sense. The first zombie adventure of the latest CoD installment is called “The Beginning” and tells the story of the motivated Nazi officer Wolfram von List, who enters into a demonic pact to overrun Europe with thousands of zombies. We embed the trailer for the zombie mode of Vanguard here:
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Demons, Zombies, Stalingrad – And you are in the middle
What is the story of “The Beginning” about? A few Nazi officials, who may have been a bit too confident, started the “Project Dead End” in a bunker on Polish territory. In the bunker, crazy experiments around particle acceleration were taking place, but the scientists encountered a kind of hell dimension – the “Dark Aether”.
Of course, there was a catastrophic incident that bridged a gap between this dimension full of demons and our world. You can experience the story behind Project Dead End in the first zombie mission of Black Ops Cold War – here you can find a guide to getting started on the map “The Machine”.
The incident connected the Dark Aether with our world, but the demons from this dark dimension have no power in our world. They need a tool, a person, who will cause chaos in the name of the demons and spread the Dark Aether in the world.
A malevolent demon pulls the strings in the background.
This sounds like the perfect task for an ambitious Nazi, and Wolfram von List has practically volunteered. As the leader of the SS battalion “Truth,” von List searches for supernatural phenomena and objects in the territories conquered by the Nazis and finds a mysterious artifact.
Von List then formed an alliance with a troublesome demon – Kortifex the Immortal. This gave von List the power to resurrect the dead and he chose one of the largest war cemeteries of World War II for his grand zombie offensive: Stalingrad.
In 1944 – a year after the Nazi attack on Stalingrad – von List finds enough material here for his great zombie offensive and uses his power to create an army of the dead with which he wants to instill fear in Europe.
Von List uses the fallen of Stalingrad for his army
What do the demons have to do with it? You are to contain this threat as a Vanguard team and, if possible, eliminate it. Von List is not the only one receiving help from demons from another dimension. Your characters can also defend themselves against the cruel zombies with the help of supernatural upgrades.
For Kortifex also has enemies who do not take kindly to his greed for more in our world:
Saraxis the Shadow
Norticus the Conqueror
Inviktor the Destroyer
Bellekar the Warlock
Through your own demon alliance, you will also gain supernatural skills in the fight against a dreadful zombie army that aims to move east with armored MG zombies. You are the last shield in the living Europe’s battle against the dead dimension of the Dark Aether.
If you want to know more about the story details and mechanics, check out the English video from the developers Treyarch about the zombie mode in Vanguard:
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How do the matches play out? So far, it can’t be said for sure. But perhaps the well-known round-based system is outdated. There is more talk of an expandable command center in Stalingrad, as well as battles in different battlefields of the war – similar to the Outbreak mode of Cold War.
The command center, however, is not safe – there are still plenty of zombies here that want to take you down. If you reach certain goals, you can further expand the command center and unknown areas in Stalingrad will also open up with new exploration opportunities and upgrades for your equipment.
“Get in with your friends, enter a portal, and reach a goal” – say the developers in the video about the zombie mode in Vanguard. This does not necessarily mean that the round-based system will disappear, but at first glance, it does seem different from the classic zombie maps.
In addition, randomness plays a bigger role in your bonus setup during matches. There is the “Altar of Alliances,” where you can select passive bonuses that change from match to match. Your held weapon and your allied demon also play a role in this. This should lead to countless combinations of possible builds, and each round could play out a little differently.
How all of this will play out in detail remains to be seen. But Vanguard seems to be doing some things differently with the zombie experience “The Beginning”.
Complete integration into the CoD ecosystem
How is the zombie mode connected to the rest of the CoD universe? To put it simply: Completely.
This starts with the progression system. When you play the zombie mode, you can level everything you can level in multiplayer: weapons, operators, your account, and the battle pass. Overall, you can then even level your account and the battle pass in 4 CoDs: Vanguard, Warzone, Cold War, and CoD MW – all remain part of the progression system.
The story is also now fully integrated. Through Warzone, whose story at release was closely tied to Modern Warfare from 2019, CoD MW and Black Ops found a common storyline. Part of this story are also zombies, which were the reason the modern Verdansk had to be destroyed. Since then, the battle royale is played in Verdansk ’84 – a version of the city in the 80s.
As part of the official story, CoD MW from 2019, Cold War from 2020, Black Ops 1 from 2010, Black Ops 2 from 2012, and CoD: World at War from 2008 are currently considered. A connection with the “Black Ops” titles that are set in the future and the respective zombie modes in the mentioned games, which are considered part of the story, is still not quite certain.
Vanguard will also then be part of this CoD story and make its own contribution to the universe of the shooter series. A truly fearsome contribution that promises a lot of fun.
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New World does some things differently than classic MMORPGs. This is why players from WoW or GW2 miss a few convenience features. This includes a minimap that provides the important information from the large map. Two players were so bothered by it that they created one themselves.
Update 17.10.2021: Meanwhile, an employee from Amazon has commented in the official forums about the map and mentioned that using it can lead to penalties (via newworld.com).
What have the two players done? The reddit user mobrid posted a short video showcasing a minimap that he and a friend built together.
They placed the map just above the abilities and integrated the details there that would otherwise be found on the normal map. You essentially have a small section of the map always visible, without needing to open the large map.
Is such a map really necessary? For some players yes, as they are currently frustrated with the maps in the cities. For example, if you are looking for the trading post or a crafting station, you find detailed information about it on the map. However, this always zooms out automatically.
That’s why the user mobrid titled the thread “I always lose track of where things are in the cities.”
Those who want to navigate quickly must first open the large map and then also zoom in. With the minimap, this tedious work is no longer necessary. Additionally, it shows all crafting materials in the surrounding area.
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Is the map legal? This has not been clarified yet. The program Overwolf is used for the map, where you can also download the minimap. Overwolf only places an additional graphic over the game for the player. The client is not modified.
However, the Terms of Service for New World on this point – as with many other MMORPGs – are rather vague.
It states: “Do not cheat and do not use software or services that give you an unfair advantage, e.g., through unattended play or game modifications.” (via Amazon). Here one can debate whether the map provides an “unfair advantage” or not.
There is no guarantee that you will not be banned for such a minimap.
How does the map fare? The thread about the minimap received over 4,500 upvotes and is therefore one of the most successful in the New World subreddit. Many users celebrate the implementation of the minimap and wish that Amazon takes action and implements something similar.
Have you missed a minimap so far? Or are you doing well with the compass? Feel free to write it in the comments.
We are also collecting your general feedback on New World in this article:
