A specific scene in The Dark Knight shows that Batman and Joker are more similar than one might think

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When thinking of Batman, one quickly thinks of his arch-nemesis: the Joker. One of the most famous versions comes from the film The Dark Knight by Christopher Nolan. Even in his trilogy, it is suggested that the Joker exists solely because of the hero. Nolan uses a clever scene for this.

What kind of scene is it? In a video that lasts less than 3 minutes, YouTuber Euphoric shows, using the party scene for Harvey Dent in the film The Dark Knight from 2008, how Batman, played by Christian Bale, and the Joker, played by Heath Ledger, are similar.

First, he highlights the scene at the end of Batman Begins (2005). There, Jim Gordon tells Batman that crimes keep escalating. If the police arm themselves better, so do the criminals. In doing so, he also speaks to the hero: he wears a mask and jumps from rooftops. After that, he introduces the Joker, who becomes relevant in the next film.

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Euphoric shows the charity party scene and compares the performances of Bruce Wayne and the Joker. They are quite similar if you look closely:

  • Bruce lands with a helicopter and 3 women at the party, interrupts the conversations, and draws attention to himself
  • Afterwards, he asks about Harvey Dent, but first focuses on Rachel
  • He throws away his drink

The Joker does exactly the same:

  • He storms in with a weapon, interrupts the party, and everyone looks at him
  • He asks for Harvey but walks over to Rachel first
  • When he reaches for a drink, everything spills, so he also drinks nothing

Such parallels are no coincidence, especially not with a director like Christopher Nolan. When considering that both play a significant role in the development of Harvey Dent, it becomes even more noticeable. The Joker exists in The Dark Knight solely because of Batman, but this is also a recurring theme in other works.

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Is Batman to blame for everything?

How does it manifest in other works? A prominent example of the relationship between the Joker and Batman is the Batman: Arkham game trilogy by developer Rocksteady. In all 3 games, the Joker plays an important role, and the villain Hugo Strange argues in Arkham City: all the crimes in Gotham and his existence have created the Joker.

This is especially evident in one fact: The Joker has no real goal. In Arkham City, the Joker has the chance to unmask Batman, but he does not do it. He even tells Harley that it would take the fun out of it all. The Joker needs Batman, for otherwise he has no opponent. Compared to other villains who see Batman as a disruptive factor, this becomes clear:

  • Black Mask and the Penguin are crime bosses who seek money and power
  • Mr. Freeze wants to save his wife
  • Poison Ivy wants to save nature
  • Ra’s al Ghul wants to create a utopia and is willing to kill countless people for it
  • Villains like Two-Face or Killer Croc have become who they are due to accidents or difficult circumstances

In many Batman stories, the villains also only appear when Batman himself shows up. First, he wants to hunt regular criminals, but the dangers escalate. Just as Gordon describes in Batman Begins or Hugo Strange in Arkham City.

Batman himself seems to have a dependency on the Joker. Although the villain is dead in the game Arkham Knight, the hero constantly hallucinates about him. He comments on events and constitutes a part of Bruce in the game.

But as is often the case with comic book heroes: There are many approaches to the character. In the comic The Killing Joke, a backstory is implied, while in the series Batman – The Three Jokers, even 3 villains are confirmed who are said to have portrayed the antagonist over the years.

In the comic series Knight Terrors: The Joker, the Joker undergoes significant changes with Batman’s death, even taking on a desk job (via Screen Rant).

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Does the relationship with Batman make the Joker so popular? The Joker is not just a person in the many Batman works. He is the personification of chaos that causes crime in Gotham. Batman can never completely defeat him. It is a downward spiral. The Joker wants to break Batman, and for that, he goes further every time, and Batman has to stop him each time.

Batman can help other villains, but as long as Batman lives, the Joker will always remain the natural disaster that plagues Gotham. They are both sides of Gotham, both costumed figures representing chaos and hope. Batman’s mask protects not only Bruce Wayne: A villain knows Batman’s greatest secret and keeps it to himself because he fears the consequences

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Here are 5 classes from Dungeons & Dragons that are particularly suitable for beginners

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Many experienced players already have several characters with different classes up their sleeves, ready for a new adventure in Dungeons & Dragons. Newbies, however, may be overwhelmed by the many options available. To help beginners choose a class, we have prepared this list.

In Dungeons & Dragons, there is a wide selection of classes to choose from that fit each character and the preferred style of a player. From the absolute melee fighter, who relies only on their weapons, to the pure spellcaster, who relies only on magic – or anything in between – there is something for everyone.

However, the very variety of these options can become a significant challenge for newcomers who have never played Dungeons & Dragons before, even before they have started playing.

Wizard, monk, bard … all terms that may not mean much to newcomers. And this is exactly why we present in this list 5 classes that are particularly suitable for beginners.

WoW gets a mount that deals damage – But not in the way you think

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A new mount in World of Warcraft is truly deadly. At least for a part of the inhabitants of Azeroth.

Mounts in World of Warcraft are among the biggest items that can showcase your character. With now well over 1,000 different mounts – including robots, ghosts, or elementals – there is the perfect mount for every hero and heroine. However, the next patch will introduce a mount with a feature that has never existed before: The mount deals damage.

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Which mount is being referred to? The mount in question is the “Geargrinder Mk. 11,” which you can obtain for the meta achievement “Worldsoul-Searching.” The mount is essentially a 1:1 version of the first boss from the raid “Liberation of Lorenhall”.

What makes the mount so special? The Geargrinder Mk. 11 is the first mount that deals damage in World of Warcraft when you mount up. Not to big enemies or opposing players in PvP, but to the smallest inhabitants of Azeroth – the so-called “critters” or “small animals.” So rats, squirrels, beetles, and the like. What this looks like is shown in this short YouTube video:

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This is a reference to the behavior of the tank in the raid. Many of you will surely remember: Whenever the Geargrinder Mk. 11 appeared in the raid – that is, before the actual fight – it would make a small round through the arena. All player characters caught by the tank would be instantly dead. Basically, there was no raid night where a few players didn’t die before the first boss fight (even if sometimes nasty items were to blame).

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How do you get the mount? The mount is available for the major meta achievement of the expansion “The War Within,” which also comes with patch 11.2.7 in early December. The achievement essentially requires you to have fully played all major content patches of The War Within. We have outlined the exact requirements for the mount achievement in this article. Please note that the details of the achievement may change before the patch’s release.

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36-year-old explains how his company attracts Gen Z to compete with Apple and Samsung

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Carl Pei (36) is the head of Nothing, a start-up that challenges established companies like Apple and Samsung in the smartphone market. He has a secret weapon: Gen Z.

What kind of company is this? Carl Pei is the CEO of Nothing, an English tech company that produces smartphones and headphones and has already attracted well-known investors like the inventor of the iPod and a co-founder of Twitch.

In a conversation with the Access podcast on YouTube, Pei revealed how he plans to succeed in a smartphone market dominated by Apple and Samsung.

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What does the CEO say? Pei explains that as a newcomer in the industry, it’s impossible to please everyone. You have to choose a specific path – and it seems his company has succeeded: The users of Nothing, according to the CEO, are very young, averaging only 26 years old and thus precisely in Gen Z (1997–2012).

This is in stark contrast to Samsung, whose users, according to Pei, have an average age of 45.

The 36-year-old believes that the success of his phones among younger people stems from a desire to be different. They want to develop their own identity and not use the same products as their parents.

Pei explains that he himself was very inspired by Apple. In his youth, they were a cool company, but for younger people who didn’t grow up with it, Apple today is just another company.

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Is this worth it? While the smartphone market is still dominated by Apple and Samsung, Nothing is managing to carve out its own niche. The smartphones from Nothing cost between 300 and 800 euros, making them significantly more budget-friendly than the current iPhones, which start at 700 euros.

In addition to their affordable price, the Nothing phones impress with their extravagant design and solid features. Marinus Martin from GameStar has even named the Nothing Phone 3a as one of the best phones under 400 euros.

Despite everything, Pei has no illusions that Nothing could surpass Apple in the foreseeable future. Instead, they are thinking about how the companies can coexist.

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The focus on Gen Z is also evident in the selection of products that Nothing releases. Foldable phones are currently not on the agenda: they only account for a small share of smartphone purchases and are more targeted at businessmen.

If Apple were to release its own foldable next year, it could, according to Pei, also open the market for younger users.

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A new form of magic in Dungeons & Dragons forces you to work as a team, but allows you to become even more powerful

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With a new compendium in Dungeons & Dragons, a new form of magic emerges, rewarding strong teamwork among spellcasters and creating epic moments.

What kind of magic is this? In “Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn”, the upcoming expansion for Dungeons & Dragons, alongside new subclasses, factions, talents, and backgrounds, a new type of magic is introduced that has not been seen before – at least by players.

We are talking about “Circle Magic” – “a ritual art that allows spellcasters to combine their powers and reshape the rules of magic”, as described on D&D Beyond. This magic has allegedly been used for millennia by the greatest wizards of Faerûn, such as the mages of Thay, to transcend all boundaries.

This Circle Magic is now set to be made available to players, complete with new spells suitable for this kind of arcane art. 

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A lot of effort – but for huge effects

How does Circle Magic work? To use Circle Magic, you need more than just one spellcaster, as teamwork is essential. 

One spellcaster, whether a wizard, sorcerer, warlock, or other, takes the lead during the use of Circle Magic. This caster can then decide on the effects and potential reshaping of the spell during its application.

Yes, reshaping. Because through Circle Magic, you can not only enhance a spell but also trigger additional effects. More on that shortly.

The spellcaster selects the target, maintains concentration if necessary, provides the components, uses the required spell slot, and additionally makes all decisions that the spell requires.

The secondary spellcasters must use an action and be near the leading spellcaster to contribute to the spell. They must do this every round as long as the effect needs to be maintained through concentration.

In this way, users of Circle Magic provide the following effects:

  • Enhance: Extends the spell’s range by thousands of meters.
  • Share: Allows allies to share the burden of concentration to maintain the spell’s effect.
  • Expand: Increases the influence of the spell and thus the area of effect.
  • Lengthen: Maintains the effect of the spell for hours beyond its normal duration.
  • Protect: Shapes the magic so that allies are spared from the consequences of the spell.
  • Replace: Replaces costly material components with the collective strength of the casters.
  • Additional Effects: The new compendium includes further spells that can trigger additional effects through the use of Circle Magic.
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Who is Circle Magic suitable for? Circle Magic is particularly suitable for groups that have more than one or two spellcasters in the team and are eager to perform epic spells together that could create truly great memories.

However, for a group of pure melee fighters, Circle Magic is rather irrelevant. But even in weapon combat, there are certainly exciting opportunities to conduct joint actions.

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“No wonder he wants to live on his yacht” – fans unearth an interview with GabeN in which the Steam boss talks about his cult of personality

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Gabe “GabeN“ Newell is the head of Valve, the company that operates the gaming platform Steam. For many, he is also somewhat of a gaming messiah, a role he doesn’t always seem to be entirely comfortable with.

What does GabeN say? A screenshot is currently circulating on Reddit from an interview with Gabe Newell in which he discusses his status as “the face of Valve.” The Steam head apparently has mixed feelings:

Interviewer: You mention corporate facelessness – in many ways, you are the face of Valve as a company. How do you feel about that personally?

Gabe Newell: I mean, I like gamers, I spend a lot of time with gamers. The community we belong to has its rough edges sometimes – like “Hey, pigf***er” emails, those kinds of things.
What feels a bit stranger to me… I have no problem when people come up to me and want to talk. But there’s this thing that happens when someone comes up to me and asks, “Can I take a picture with you?” and I say, “sure” – and then I put my arm around them, and they tremble, and that bothers me a lot more.
I like our community. I like our customers. I like the gaming world. So it’s fine to interact with them, but sometimes I’m less sure about the whole cult-like aspect of it.

The screenshot, according to a user, comes from an interview with Edge Magazine from 2020. The article is not freely available online, but that hasn’t stopped the community from discussing the excerpt.

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Players are dissatisfied with the AAA industry, worship GabeN

What do the fans think? In the comments on Reddit, users show understanding for GabeN. For instance, biophazer242 explains: “No wonder the guy built himself a huge super yacht, just wanting to live there and explore the ocean with a bunch of science nerds.” This references the fact that the Steam head not only lives on a ship, but also invests in ocean research.

“I can’t imagine what it’s like to be someone who’s fantasized about just because you run a business that isn’t consumer-hostile…”, writes MegaRammy, “It’s one of the better problems to have in life, but I still feel sorry for him.”

What’s with the cult of personality? Another comment sheds light on this. User Good_Background_243 writes: “To be serious for a moment… how broken is the rest of the industry when Gabe is basically worshipped for being relatively less shitty compared to the rest of them!“

There has been growing discontent regarding business practices in the gaming industry in recent years.

In contrast, Gabe Newell is seen as a very approachable boss who even personally replies to emails. Despite some weaknesses, such as the fact that you merely acquire licenses, Steam has the reputation of being a customer-friendly platform with outstanding support:

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Additionally, Steam is one of the most important platforms in gaming and dominates the PC market quite significantly. For many users, it seems as if the future of PC gaming hangs on one man: Gabe Newell.

The veneration of the Valve head goes so far that players regularly worry about what will happen to their hobby when Gabe Newell eventually retires, as seen in this Reddit post with over 10,000 upvotes. A screenshot from the platform 4chan also circulates, in which a user questions whether PC gaming is really maintained by an “old, fat guy.”

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The developers of Battlefield 6 are struggling to please both Gen Z and the dads who played the shooter 15 years ago

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Since more than just one generation of gamers enjoys Battlefield 6, the developers find themselves caught in the crossfire of a generational conflict – as they want to somehow satisfy all players.

What dilemma have the developers faced since the beta? The movement in Battlefield 6 is still a sore point in the conflict of the player base, which can be divided into two groups of gamers: the young players of Gen Z and the somewhat “mature” generation of gamers who played earlier titles in the shooter series in their own youth.

The fast movement during the beta seemed to please primarily the younger generation, while the older players were more pleased with the movement “nerf” that brought about some changes: The movement, especially momentum, was adjusted, as well as the consecutive jumping. Additionally, shooting while jumping or sliding is “penalized” by increased inaccuracy.

While some players wished for this “traditional Battlefield experience”, others are still not satisfied. A developer explains in a series of posts that they are continuing to work on a compromise that should excite both younger and older players alike.

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“Can we find a middle ground that satisfies the entire community?”

What do players want? The player and X user Jean Martin addresses a principal game designer involved in Battlefield 6 on the platform: “Zoomers [people of Gen Z] liked the movements in the beta version. In the release version, ‘Battledads’ [self-explanatory] like the movements. Can we find a middle ground that satisfies the entire community?”

While many reactions to his post (as expected) are a mix of praise and criticism from young and old about the current movement, the game designer actually responds to this question.

We are definitely looking for adjustments to find a good middle ground. We already have some changes in the works and are monitoring feedback to make further adjustments.

Florian Le Bihan on X. 

What does the game designer specify about future changes? While some players feel that the current movement in Battlefield 6 is just right – “The movement is perfect! It is already faster than in some earlier Battlefield versions and seems balanced. […] Please do not change it, that is not COD” (@olaivo on X) – other players are already missing the beta version: “Is there a chance we could get the beta movement back? I think you really over-nerfed it for no reason” (@SlixxFPS on X).

Here too, Bihan has a response ready:

We will not revert to the open beta, but we are working on some small adjustments that should address some rough spots. We will report back to you as soon as possible!

Florian Le Bihan on X)

Based on the reactions to the current state of movement and opinions on X, Gen Zers and the “Battledads” are still not quite ready to settle for a Battlefield 6 other than what they want to play. Additionally, MeinMMO editor Dariusz has his own opinion on the movement in Battlefield 6: I am Gen Z and say: The movement of Battlefield 6 is great and should stay the same, but I can recommend a slower shooter to you Boomers

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Players criticize the RNG in crafting in Diablo 4, will soon get a system with a new random principle

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In Diablo 4, Crafting has long been criticized because much is based on chance. Now Blizzard is reacting and removing RNG from one system, but adding it in another. This causes skepticism among fans.

What do players criticize about Crafting? The crafting system “Tempering” is associated with luck in Diablo 4 – and that has been causing frustration for months. If the desired enhancement fails, the item is considered “bricked” or “destroyed.” While there is the Scroll of Restoration, anyone who fails again quickly loses motivation.

Blizzard wants to address the issue, at least partially. The RNG element is disappearing from Tempering, but you will now only be able to imprint one affix on your items (instead of two). At the same time, a new crafting system based on chance is coming for Season 11.

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“Sanctification” allows random enchantments

What is this new crafting system? The new crafting system is called “Sanctification.” With Sanctification, you can modify items in a whole new way. This is the final enhancement you make to an item, as it cannot be changed further afterward.

With Sanctification, an item can gain an additional legendary power or an extra affix from a pool of special sanctification affixes. However, it can also happen that an existing affix is replaced by a “holy” affix. In other cases, the item becomes indestructible and no longer loses durability.

Many players feel reminded of the Vaal Orbs from Path of Exile, which also change items in unpredictable ways.

“I don’t want to ruin my Mythics”

This is what players say about the new system: Under our article about the new crafting system in Season 11 of Diablo 4, some readers have shared their opinions. Visterface notes: “So you remove one RNG factor and introduce a new one. Why exactly is this supposed to be better?” Tommy is also not very enthusiastic and believes the system will become “even more frustrating than before” when it becomes essential for strong builds.

Other readers feel similarly, even if they understand that Sanctification is optional. Walez comments: “Sure, but we all know that the last little percent can be crucial for another Pit level.” And Tommy adds: “If I can’t even run Torment 4 without problems and a Pit beyond 110, then for me it is essential, and I think that’s where it will end up.”

That Sanctification apparently works with Uniques and Mythic Uniques is also met with dissatisfaction. Akuma writes: “So aside from the fact that I never see Mythics, I really don’t want to ruin my Uniques with an RNG mechanic.”

Sanctification appears to be possible even with Uniques and Mythic Uniques. Source: Blizzard stream on YouTube

Fans feel: The RNG aspect is just shifted

The community is also discussing the Sanctification system on Reddit. For example, andysava writes in a Reddit post: “The randomness seems to be moving to Sanctification now.” And ixent replies: “The problem is: You only have one chance – no reroll. If you get the durability affix, the item is basically destroyed.”

SurturOne agrees and thinks Blizzard should completely remove durability as a mechanic: “I can’t believe they see this as an improvement.” To remind you: Your equipment loses durability when your player characters die. However, you can simply repair the items with gold at the blacksmith.

Finnien1 summarizes it this way:

With Sanctification, you invest all resources, finish your item completely, sanctify it, and hope for luck. If that goes wrong, it’s bricked and all gone. This feels like a massive step back to me. Imagine you have a 4-GA item, fully upgraded, and you simply get durability as a sanctification bonus. These changes do not solve a single problem.

Some players actually wish that the new system stays permanently in the game and not just during Season 11. For example, Classic-Cabinet5149 writes on Reddit: “I hoped for a bit more depth with crafting. Sanctification should, in my opinion, become permanent. I’m tired of seasonal gimmicks not really enhancing the base game.”

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Blizzard is therefore not only removing the random element from Tempering but also changing it so that you can now imprint only one affix. However, the Temptation charges can be reset indefinitely. The completion system is also getting a revision. Whether the innovations in Season 11 ultimately bring fresh air or new frustration remains to be seen. What else will change with crafting, progress, and activities, you can find out here – including patch notes for the PTR: Crafting in Diablo 4 drives players to despair – now Blizzard listens to its fans

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“Hurt and Angry” – Streamer takes action after assault at TwitchCon

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At TwitchCon 2025 in the USA, an incident occurred where the streamer Emiru was harassed by a man. She is now making allegations against Twitch and is taking action.

What happened at TwitchCon? The Twitch streamer Emily “Emiru” Schunk was the victim of an assault by a purported fan at TwitchCon. A video from X user shenAndygans shows a man approaching the streamer at a meet and greet, apparently hugging her against her will and attempting to kiss her.

A bodyguard whom Emiru had specifically hired for the event intervened and pushed the man away. Several female streamers had already decided against attending TwitchCon due to security concerns.

She is now making allegations against the organizers of TwitchCon and is taking action.

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“I felt neither cared for nor protected”

What does Twitch say about the incident? In a statement on X, Twitch describes the man’s behavior as “completely unacceptable and deeply disturbing.” The individual has been banned from the streaming platform and personal events for an indefinite period. Security for fan meetings has been increased as a result of the incident.

The reaction in the comments, however, is rather negative. Users accuse the platform of not doing enough to ensure the safety of their female creators.

Twitch also receives criticism for requiring Emiru to participate in the meet and greet to retain her appearance at TwitchCon, as she confirmed in a stream after the incident (via YouTube).

In a separate statement on X, Emiru explains that while it wasn’t the first time she had to deal with such an incident, she felt hurt and angry about how Twitch handled the situation.

The streamer emphasizes that it was her own bodyguard who intervened – after her preferred bodyguard had been excluded from the event due to an incident with a stalker at a previous TwitchCon.

Present security personnel from Twitch did not respond and initially allowed the perpetrator to escape. He was only apprehended hours after the incident; any other claims from Twitch are “a complete lie.”

Emiru continues to accuse the organizers of not caring for her even after the assault. “I felt neither cared for nor protected,” the streamer says. And this, despite having her own security present. She can’t imagine how other influencers feel who do not have such options.

For her, it was the last TwitchCon after 10 years.

Emiru herself had already been threatened by a fan during a joint stream with her friends Cinna and Valkyrae in March. Back then, the necessity of a private security service had already been discussed.
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Godzilla is considered invincible, yet a new method shows how to control the monster even more,

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In every movie with Godzilla, humanity asks itself how to defeat the giant monster. A new story presents a new way to do this without using heavy weapons. Yet, in the past, humanity has succeeded.

What kind of story is this? Those who have seen a few films with the giant lizard know: Godzilla usually does not lose. Nevertheless, humanity tries to defend itself against the Kaiju that destroys entire cities as it passes by.

The publisher IDW Comics has been releasing a new comic series about the monster since July 23, 2025, with the simple title Godzilla. The story is set in the Kai-Sei Era universe. Through an experiment with Kai-Sei energy, Kaijus, including Godzilla, came to life.

The USA is trying to fight against the Kaijus with the G-Force, which appeared in Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla 2 in 1993. In Godzilla No. 3 (released on October 8, 2025), a scientist demonstrates a new method to stop the giant monsters without destroying entire cities. The battle has been going on for decades now.

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The Nervous Systems of the Kaijus

How can the Kaijus be stopped now? Rumi Chiba is a G-Force employee who has been fighting Kaijus for some time and is from Japan. In Volume 3 of the new series, she explains how she effectively combats the Kaijus without destroying the environment.

According to her, the bodies of the giant monsters are so large that brain impulses must travel through the massive mass over many nerve clusters. By hitting these clusters with steel weapons, one could even direct the monsters. She explicitly states: even Godzilla (via Screen Rant).

With this method, it seems one cannot kill the Kaijus, but it might avoid the destruction of cities. Whether this really works against the great Godzilla remains to be seen.

Godzilla-typical, the explanation is definitely absurdly fitting. Yet, in the past, humans managed to defeat or even kill Godzilla.

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The Many Battles of Humanity

How was Godzilla defeated in the past? As early as 1954, at Godzilla’s first appearance, humanity built a special bomb to defeat the lizard. They built a special bomb that kills all living things within a certain radius by depriving oxygen. This fits the analogy of the film about atomic bombs. Even Godzilla succumbed to this weapon.

In the controversial US film Godzilla from 1998, he actually died from conventional military weapons. This is somewhat disappointing in comparison and is likely one of the reasons why the film was not well received in Japan.

A special case occurred in 2016 in the film Shin Godzilla, one of the scariest versions of the monster. Here, Godzilla illustrated the cinematic representation of the Fukushima disaster. With a special cooling liquid, they were able to freeze Godzilla and stop his destructive rampage. In the end, however, humanoid monsters grow out of him, so it cannot be said for sure whether he was really defeated.

In the 2019 anime film Godzilla: The Planet Eater, there is Godzilla Earth. As it was impossible to defeat the monster in the future, humanity gave up their fight and tried to somehow coexist with the monster.

In Godzilla: Minus One from 2023, the monster is defeated by getting a bomb inside its body. Yet, it is also suggested that Godzilla regenerates.

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If you watch a few of the Godzilla films, you will know that the giant lizard is actually impossible to kill, especially not through brute force. Everything about another legendary film monster can be found here: Alien: Everything you need to know about the legendary Xenomorph

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  3. Titelbildquelle: Godzilla Official by TOHO auf YouTube

“I haven’t defeated anyone yet” – Players in ARC Raiders waste all their ammunition on a particularly insidious enemy

Caroline Fuller Caroline Fuller Reading time 2 minutes

Just before the official release of ARC Raiders, players can experience the first content of the extraction shooter in the last tech test. However, they regularly encounter an “enemy” that terrifies them.

Which “enemy” is being referred to? On Reddit, several players are discussing a nasty surprise in the game that collectively scares them so much that it’s nearly feared more than the actual mechanical enemies of the game. 

It’s about the treacherous step runners that move across the map when you least expect them.

“Why did they have to add so many step runners, man?” wonders the player beau-bee- on Reddit, “They could have saved me so many heart attacks!”

The plant bushes are so feared that a post on Reddit received over 3,000 upvotes, where a player describes them as more frightening than arcs or enemy raiders. The thread highlights how disliked the jump scares caused by the step runner are, but they didn’t consider an equally nasty perpetrator.

Here you see the habitat of the hostile bushes in ARC Raiders:

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“Those things give me a mini heart attack every time”

What else do players fear? In addition to the wicked step runner of horror, there is another candidate that players fear – and again it is not a combat machine:

“A little piece of old newspaper flying out of nowhere shouldn’t be scarier than machines that can kill a person in an instant, yet here we are,” writes bartolinise on Reddit and he is not alone in this fear.

Overseer_Allie reports on Reddit: “One literally flew out of the screen at me today. That was the only time I’ve recoiled in this game so far.”

The newspapers and magazines not only appear surprisingly out of nowhere according to players but also make them reflexively waste all their ammunition.

“My goodness, if I got a dollar every time I mistook that for a player,” admits sour_dough_rye (on Reddit) and even ididntevenwantit can relate very well: “I have yet to defeat any” (via Reddit).

However, this confusion can also backfire, as can be seen in this YouTube short from @VeryBadSCAV, where the term “step runner meta” has already come up:

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What do players criticize about it? Apart from the scare factor, the frequency of these flying elements is especially criticized, as they appeared in such numbers that they restrict visibility.

“Joking aside, I find the frequency of step runners and floating debris a bit excessive at the moment,” writes Grin_N_Bare_Arms on Reddit, “In a game that requires recognizing movements, the current amount of visual distractions is just distracting and frustrating.”

However, player DucksterVR sees it a bit differently: “They definitely did that on purpose, lol. Keeps players on their toes” (on Reddit).

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Anyone who wants to face the flying newspapers and step runners before the release of ARC Raiders can do so in the current tech test, which will be playable until today, October 19, 2025. You don’t even have to register for this, as all curious players can participate. You can learn more about the ARC Raiders tech test here on MeinMMO: ARC Raiders: Server Slam is live – All about the last beta test

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MeinMMO readers remember the “good times” from back then, explain why they stopped playing Destiny 2

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Many long-time fans of Destiny 1 & 2 are gathered on MeinMMO, and they have endured and experienced much over the years, just like us. The loot shooter has lost much of its former glory, and the remaining Guardians are feeling this.

What does the future hold for Destiny? Not good, if you look at the current player numbers. According to the third-party platform “popularity.report“, these are among the numbers of the worst expansion of Destiny 2, Curse of Osiris.

It looks bleak, and when you look at the player numbers on Steam, it becomes clear: It can only get worse until Renegades. The lack of content and the new portal system are accelerating the decline.

Many fans who visited us for the latest news about their favorite shooter have also concluded their time with Destiny 2 since the end of the Light and Darkness saga. While some are waiting for a second spring, most are reminiscing about past times that will likely never return.

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The painful decline of a strong brand

What do our readers say about Destiny 2? Many of our readers gathered under our article on the latest player numbers of Destiny 2 to exchange thoughts on the current state of the loot shooter.

Chris on MeinMMO cites various reasons explaining the state of Destiny 2. These include:

  • The experience for new players is far below an acceptable level.
  • The art direction (whether visual or auditory) has moved far away from Destiny 1.
  • Many insignificant contents that are meant to be played in combination with years-old content.
  • The story hardly gains momentum with the new saga.
  • The PvP is a shadow of its former self. However, as can be inferred from the corresponding data, Destiny thrived somewhere on this fluid transition between PvE and PvP. Neglecting one area almost entirely and letting Gambit die completely was not a good idea.
  • Everything new does not feel like an attempt to improve (like Forsaken back then), but rather feels like an attempt to bring players to buy with nostalgia and so on.

For him, Destiny 2 has lost everything that made it what it once was.

Mike, meanwhile, speaks of a lack of bright spots for future moments in Destiny 2. The grind has been unbearable and even more exhausting since the release of The Edge of Fate. He paused the shooter and is waiting for a reason to jump back in.

Many, after their end in the loot shooter, mainly look back fondly to the good old times and are little influenced by the negative mood currently prevailing in the communities.

The fact is: The decline of Destiny 2 was only a matter of time, as the ongoing focus on monetization and the resulting neglect of important components (e.g., balancing and content) has made the current result of the consequent disinterest of the community predictable.

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What do our readers say about the old times? They now agree that the good times are only in the past and that significant changes must occur for the franchise to thrive again. Harrierdubois has made peace with the loot shooter, as he states: “Even if it seems to end with Destiny, these have been 10 beautiful years for me. I’ve met many great Guardians and spent almost always a wonderful time.”

no12playwith2k3 also reminisces about wonderful moments like tackling various raids with his favorite Guardian colleagues, self-imposed challenges in dungeons, and reaching the lighthouse – and not just once.

Millerntorian calmly reflects on the countless times other fans have already predicted the end of the shooter, and yet the shooter still stands. Still, he laments what has become of Destiny 2. The shooter is in such a disastrous state that “[…] all curiosity has been stifled in its infancy.” Nonetheless, he draws a final conclusion by appreciating the wonderful time and the Guardian community.

Destiny 2 is still hanging on, and it remains to be seen how Bungie will decide in the future to keep the franchise from ultimately perishing. After all, the next expansion is already planned with Renegades, as it is supposed to bring Vex in ponchos who lead their own criminal syndicate: The Vex gain their own will after 10 years in Destiny 2 and become instantly stylish criminals

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Space Marines are cool and all, but do you already know these 6 factions from Warhammer 40,000?

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 7 minutes

The world of Warhammer 40,000 offers dozens of different species and factions, all of which have unique stories. Unfortunately, many of these xenos and other peoples are overlooked because often everything revolves around the bulky Space Marines. MeinMMO presents you with a few cool factions as alternatives.

Especially those new to Warhammer 40,000 will first be greeted by Space Marines. The genetically modified super-soldiers are the poster boys of the franchise and as such are often represented – even too often, as many fans think.

Whether in books, games, or series: Space Marines are overrepresented everywhere. In the tabletop alone, there are several chapters of the Space Marines that can be played as their own army, and new models are constantly being released. The entire new set consists only of Space Marines from 10,000 years ago.

However, there are many other factions in Warhammer 40,000 that have at least as cool units and sometimes even wilder backstories. The warlike Orks are actually space fungi with an insatiable thirst for battle.

In this list, we show you a few factions and species that have little material and are often overlooked. Perhaps you will find a (new) favorite.

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The T’au seek peace with all – if necessary, even through violence

As one of the “newer” armies, the T’au Empire arrived at the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop in 2001 and has steadily evolved since then. In the world, the T’au are the youngest known people, yet highly gifted.

The T’au have developed from the Stone Age to interstellar travel within 6,000 years – but completely without magic and without traveling through the Warp as humans know it. Humans needed millions of years for that. They have a humanoid form with blue skin and no noses.

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As a “special feature” of the people, the members follow the belief in the “Greater Good”, the T’au’va: the way to maintain perfection, roughly what Buddhism teaches in our world. The people fundamentally strive for peace but do not shy away from war if their neighbors refuse to submit to the T’au’va. The concept has contributed to their reputation as “space communists.” More on that can be read in the special:

A people in Warhammer 40,000 actually wants peace with all, but resorts to questionable methods

Compared to many other factions, the T’au do not play a major role on a galactic level because they (still) do not control a large area or have significant capabilities for long-distance travel.

In battle, they primarily rely on long range with high firepower – so mechs and the like. One reason why they can even convert die-hard fans of the Imperium: “I switch sides” – Xenos impress Space Marine fans in Warhammer 40,000 because their guns can pierce even the thickest armor

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The 5 best class campaigns you should play in WoW Legion

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 5 minutes

World of Warcraft Legion Remix is filled with great class stories. We show you the best campaigns that you should definitely play.

In World of Warcraft, the “Legion Remix” event is currently active. Although most people primarily play for the numerous rewards that include those for the upcoming housing, there are also good reasons to dive back into Legion.

One of the best features of Legion was the questlines that were only available for specific classes, namely the so-called “Order Hall Campaigns.” Normally, it takes many days to fully experience these campaigns, as there are often long “waiting quests” in between where you have to wait for the completion of a mission at the mission table.

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However, in Legion Remix, these quests are essentially abolished, as they are considered instantly fulfilled. Therefore, it is possible to complete the Order Hall Campaigns in almost one go.

We present to you the 5 best Order Hall campaigns. If you haven’t played them yet, you should tackle them within the next 3 months – because that’s how long you have left before Legion Remix disappears again.

Rank 5: Warlock

The Warlock campaign is characterized not so much by the actual progression of the story, but rather by the whole “surrounding” – such as the Order Hall or the companions that can be unlocked there.

For the Order Hall of Warlocks, it is a world of the Burning Legion that is being annexed by the Warlocks. The former home of a pit lord is swiftly captured – along with the remaining lesser demons.

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In the Warlock campaign, you conquer an entire world.

Warlocks usually play a subordinate role in the grand world story of World of Warcraft. Here you can find a large number of well-known Warlocks in one place for the first time, who together implement quite strong plans while simultaneously trying to outdo each other with internal power games.

And yes, of course, there is also an extra area with plenty of cushions and a whole host of succubi to keep the Warlocks entertained after a long day of demon subjugation. Just for that, the visit is already worth it.

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An unknown person is streaming on NoWay’s account on Twitch while he is sleeping – viewers are wondering how this is possible

Christoph Waldboth Christoph Waldboth Reading time 2 minutes

On the account of streamer NoWay on Twitch, someone held a stream while the channel owner was deep asleep. This is unsettling – both for NoWay and the community.

What happened? The popular Twitch streamer NoWay, known primarily for his content about League of Legends, addressed his community on x.com with a post of a different kind.

This is not about a round of his favorite game, but something much more serious. NoWay writes: “There you are sleeping peacefully and someone just starts a high-quality mobile stream on my Twitch account.”

The streamer shares an image showing the interface of an Android device:

Screenshot Post NoWay x.com Strange Stream
Source: @noway4u_sir via x.com, as of October 18, 2025, 1:45 PM

So an unknown person simply started a stream without NoWay’s knowledge, who was asleep in the meantime. Streamer TrilluXe experienced something similar some time ago. This is understandably a spooky thought. NoWay himself writes in the comments: “So scary, seriously. How did he get in there?”

A question that also occupies the community.

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The Community Plays Detective

What do the users think? Under the post, comments from users gather who think about how it was possible for an unknown person to gain access to NoWay’s account.

User Tengu writes: “Could it not somehow have been a livestream phone? In the stream, I believe it was seen that it was at 4%. Maybe there was still some connection and when it had enough battery and turned on, it got activated?”

Orion wonders: “Used public Wi-Fi somewhere on the go? Your passwords found in some data breaches? For the latter, there are plenty of services online that check this for you. Just change the data first, I hope that’s enough to sort it out.”

NoWay responds that the unknown person did not have the password, but “only” the stream key. This is a key for authorization that clearly identifies a stream and allows you to go live.

Normally, the key would always be reset, NoWay continues. Then user Bengeljo asks if the streamer might have forgotten to properly delete the key, for example on a foreign PC where he was logged in. However, NoWay always streams via his own devices, even when he is on the go.

Another user named Bjonik, on the other hand, suspects hacked Twitch extensions behind the incident. He recommends disconnecting all linked accounts. But what really lay behind this “takeover” remains a mystery.

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NoWay seems to have been lucky in this case that no greater mischief was done with his account. The incident once again shows how leak-prone some so-called secure systems can be. What is your opinion on this? Feel free to share it in the comments. Normally, NoWay provides news about LoL: Twitch streamer NoWay reaches the highest rank of LoL in 10 regions, but he fears the next one

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After 7 long years, League of Legends finally brings back a feature you have longed for

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 2 minutes

Fans of League of Legends have many suggestions and wishes regarding the game. However, one of them has finally been heard just in time for the season and resonates emotionally with the community.

Which community wish is being fulfilled? It has been 7 years. Back in 2018, there was a map that had burned into the hearts of players. Fans have long waited and wished for the “Summoner’s Rift Winter Map” to make its comeback.

In a humorous video on YouTube, executive producer Paul Bellezza explains while making a snow angel that the time has finally come: Because so many have asked for it again and again, the coveted Winter Map will return with Patch 25.23 on November 19, 2025. Bellezza states that the reason for its long absence was technical issues that “required a bit of work.”

A first impression of the “new” Winter Map is also shown, setting the stage for the new update. The announcement is well received by the community, as expressed emotionally in a thread on Reddit.

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“Honestly, I was brought to tears.”

What does the community say about the announcement? On Reddit, the community is exchanging thoughts on the return and is celebrating with currently over 5,200 upvotes and over 400 comments about the fulfillment of their long-standing wish. Many comments are emotional and nostalgic.

  • SpiralVortex raves: “I don’t care if that sounds cheesy, but nostalgia makes me a bit emotional. I am so happy.”
  • Burst_LoL remembers: “Honestly, I was brought to tears. That was the OG League I started with.”
  • BannanDylan celebrates: “The first update in a long time that totally hypes me. We are damn back, guys!”
  • MrWedge18 demands: “I want a behind-the-scenes look at this.”

Many users also refer to it as an early Christmas miracle and never expected such an announcement after all this time. The new look and atmosphere of the map are especially praised. There are hopes for matching objectives and animations that would make this return perfect.

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Another very emotional event surrounded the new music video for the League of Legends World Championship. In it, the professional players are depicted as gods. But there is also a very special player who finds an honorable place in it and moves the community to tears. “It moved me to tears” – New music video for the LoL World Championship shows professional players as gods, pays tribute to a deceased player

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The creators of Gen V are sure: You could have guessed the biggest twist in the spin-off of The Boys early on

Christoph Waldboth Christoph Waldboth Reading time 2 minutes

The Boys has received a successful and popular spin-off with Gen V. The series has experienced a significant story twist in the current second season, where the creators initially feared you would recognize it from afar.

Warning Spoiler: We reveal an important twist in the story of Gen V in the article. If you haven’t seen the second season, especially episode 7, it’s better to stop reading.

The Boys received its own spin-off, Gen V, in 2023 with the first season. This takes place before the fourth season of the main series and tells the story of a group of students being trained to become superheroes at the Godolkin University Schooler of Crimefighting – short God U.

On September 17, 2025, the second season premiered and is currently on episode 7. This included the biggest twist in the story so far.

With Vought Rising, the next spin-off of The Boys is already in the pipeline – on MeinMMO you will find all the info about it.

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The trailer for Season 1 of the ‘The Boys’ spin-off Gen V

Who is Cipher?

What was the twist? The twist concerns the new head of the university, who goes by the name Cipher. His special power is controlling other people. Soon, many viewers likely wondered what was going on with the character and whether he was hiding a secret.

This has now been revealed: Cipher essentially does not exist. He is being used as a puppet by the presumed-dead and severely burned Thomas Godolkin himself. Like a parasite, Godolkin has nested himself in the body of a man named Doug and uses him as a host.

Thomas survived the fire that left him severely disfigured. Meanwhile, the character Marie is attempting to restore his body so he can help the young students in their fight against Cipher: It’s unfortunate that she only ensured that Godolkin in his original form regains power.

The show’s runners feared before the broadcast that many fans could guess this twist.

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What do the creators of the series say? Michelle Fazekas is the showrunner behind Gen V and spoke with Entertainment Weekly about the twist:

We sprinkle in small clues that can be recognized in hindsight. Even the fact that this guy drinks disgusting shakes with chicken and other ingredients has a reason: He tastes nothing. He doesn’t care about this body. He just tries to keep it alive to achieve his goal.

Those who paid close attention may have become suspicious while watching and suspected that something was wrong with Cipher. The charred body in his room could have been a clue. Whether that means they guessed the twist directly is another question that has occupied Michelle Fazekas and her team:

We were afraid that everyone would figure it out. I believe some people will figure it out. I don’t know if you can guess that it is actually the same person, that this guy is just some guy. He is basically just a body that [Godolkin] has tried out.

It will be exciting to see how the series develops after this twist. What about you? Have you seen the episode and were you surprised by the twist? Or did you see it coming from miles away? Please share your impressions in the comments. On MeinMMO, we have wondered who among the superheroes from The Boys is the strongest: The 10 strongest ‘superheroes’ from The Boys in the power ranking

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In Pokémon Legends: Z-A you can easily get a rare Shiny – you just have to complete a side quest

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 2 minutes

The hunt for rare Shiny Pokémon continues in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. This time, you can even get one easily by completing a side quest.

Where and how do you get the Shiny Pokémon? In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you can get a Shiny Mareep when you complete a specific side mission. So you don’t have to search forever and hope that it appears eventually.

To get the Shiny Mareep, you need to do the following:

  • Complete the main mission 08
  • Find the Trainer Sofina in Wilderness Sector 1
  • Take the side quest 017 with the name “A Shiny Mareep?” from her
  • The desired Mareep is located in the same sector when you climb a ladder – you can’t miss it
  • There, you will see a herd of normal Mareep, and directly behind them is the Shiny variant
  • Turn in the quest at Sofina and then catch the Shiny Mareep
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Tips for hunting Shinies in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

What are Shinies anyway? Shinies are differently colored variants of the normal designs and are also called Shiny Pokémon. They are extremely rare and often not easy to catch. Accordingly, they are highly sought after by trainers and a common target. You need to show patience and skill when hunting for them.

How can you recognize Shinies? First of all, by their different color compared to the “normal” and more common variant of the Pokémon. They are often surrounded by a kind of “sparkle,” making them stand out better when you encounter them.

Can you increase the chance of finding Shinies? Yes, you need a so-called Shiny Charm. A pendant that you receive when you complete Mable’s research. When you wear it, Shinies appear more frequently in the wild.

What else should you watch out for? As always, when you want to catch a Pokémon you desire, you should be careful not to accidentally knock it out. If you see a Shiny, it’s better to save beforehand before you attack and play it safe in battle.

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In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you can also secure various secret gifts again. Through them, you can occasionally receive special Pokémon or items. To ensure you don’t miss any active gifts and codes, we keep an eye on it and have created an overview: Pokémon Legends: Z-A – All valid codes and secret gifts

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The most popular mode of Battlefield 6 has received a controversial change, after massive criticism the developers are now rowing back

Christoph Waldboth Christoph Waldboth Reading time 2 minutes

Battlefield 6 just received a significant adjustment a few days ago to a popular mode. Many players are unhappy with this, which is why the developers are now reversing the changes.

What was the change? The conquest mode, called Conquest, is a very popular game mode in Battlefield. Each team has a certain number of tickets, which countdown as soon as a player is eliminated. If a team runs out of tickets, it is defeated.

The developers recently reduced the number of tickets per team from 1,000 to 900, 800, and 700 – depending on the map. This was meant to ensure that a match ends normally, and not just because time runs out. This change drew criticism from many players. They suggested instead simply increasing the time limit. They generally have no problem with long matches; on the contrary: rounds lasting 40 minutes or longer are even desired.

The outcry has now had an effect: The developers announced in a post that they are reversing the changes.

You can find all the important guides and information about Battlefield 6 in our overview on MeinMMO.

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Positive feedback from players

What do the developers say? In a post on x.com, the devs write that they received a lot of feedback regarding the reduction of tickets. This ultimately led them to reverse this crucial change. Accordingly, the number of tickets will be increased back to 1,000.

The post continues:

Matches on large maps like Mirak Valley and Operation Firestorm could have longer round times. We are keeping an eye on your feedback and continuing to collect gameplay data to optimize the flow of the game.

Looking at the feedback from players, it seems that long round times are not an issue. The post announcing the changes is already well received and generates many positive comments:

  • “Thank you for getting it right this time & for listening to the community,” writes Lea.
  • “Guys, this is what we want. In Battlefield 1, you received a lot of praise for the long rounds that could occur in the Frontline mode. This is what your fans want. No one wants round times like in a CoD Team Deathmatch in the large modes,” explains Eric.
  • “Thank you for listening to community feedback,” adds xTheNiico.
  • “Where are the compensations?” asks LvxSaint – a question that is viewed critically by other users.

Aside from that, there are some other changes in Battlefield 6, primarily affecting the progression system.

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What will be changed? The developers explain in another post on x.com that they want to improve the progression system. Among other things:

  • XP per minute for completed matches has been increased by 10 %.
  • XP from daily challenges has been increased by 40 %.
  • The XP required to unlock the first 20 hardware ranks has been reduced.
  • For challenges that previously required career ranks 20, 23, and 26 to start, now career ranks 10, 15, and 20 are required.

The developers also note that there may currently be erroneous displays with weapons that have already unlocked attachments. However, these should disappear once a round has been played with the weapon.

What do you think about the changes, especially the developers’ reversal on the tickets? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments. The conquest mode has been part of the shooter series since the very first installment – find out how Battlefield 1942 compares to its successors in our large ranking on MeinMMO.

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Über 180.000 Spieler zocken bereits ARC Raiders, doch ein Aspekt scheint die Community zu spalten – „Die Leute beschweren sich anfangs immer“

Alexander Mehrwald Alexander Mehrwald Reading time 2 minutes

ARC Raiders is on the starting blocks and attracts a lot of players in its latest playtest. A particular point of contention seems to be emerging: the difficulty.

What is the playtest and how can one participate? ARC Raiders is set to release on October 30, 2025, and developer Embark has started a final tech test to thoroughly evaluate the servers and technology one last time before release. From October 17 to October 19, you can play early content of the upcoming extraction shooter.

No registration is required – the test is open to all interested players on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. During the 24-hour peak, the playtest reached around 189,668 players on Steam alone on the first day (see SteamDB, as of: 10/18/2025, 10:30 AM).

The first content of the new shooter is already well received by the community. However, one point divides the players, as the difficulty level seems to be a point of contention for many (see Reddit).

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“Embark, don’t cave in …”

What does the community say about the difficulty? User Forward_Problem_7550 opens his thread on Reddit with the words: “Embark, don’t cave in … ARC Raiders is perfect as it is.” He refers to the criticism from some players that the new shooter is too hard.

The ARCs (the robots you have to fight) are considered by some to be too challenging as opponents, and newcomers to the genre have little chance to join in as they are quickly mowed down by more experienced players. Some players have also wished for a pure PvE experience without opposing players and the high risks of loss from death.

But Forward_Problem_7550 believes that these points are exactly what make ARC Raiders so special and unique in his view:

Not every game has to hold your hand. The difficulty defines its identity. It ensures that every encounter matters and every victory feels earned. People often complain at first, but those who stick around, those who understand … They will ensure that this game is successful in the long term. Please stay true to your vision and do not let ARC Raiders become another watered-down game just because some people don’t like it.

You have created something special. Do not change it.

Over 1,800 upvotes and around 590 comments support his viewpoint (as of: 10/18/2025, 10:45 AM). Most appreciate the difficulty and the good AI of the ARCs and believe that an option to adjust difficulty or nerf opponents would destroy some of the magic of the gameplay experience.

Similarly, commentators point out that this is only a playtest and much could change with the release on October 30. Additionally, the developers are very community-oriented and rely primarily on player feedback for changes, so it will eventually be shown which side prevails.

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ARC Raiders has a long development history. The extraction shooter was first introduced in 2021 and was originally intended to offer a pure PvE experience. However, things changed completely, and the game was completely restructured: Because the developers found that their game “isn’t fun”, they simply postponed the release by 3 years

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