In League of Legends , Twitch streamer Tyler “Tyler1” Steinkamp has reached his peak. Even Riot Games bows down to the streamer, using him as the official profile picture for the Twitter channel followed by 5 million people. Tyler1 had a long tumultuous relationship with Riot Games, having been banned for years, with an employee even saying he would soon die of “testicular cancer.”
This is how Riot Games now honors Tyler1: The LoL developers have included him in the official Twitter profile picture, where the streamer is seen alongside the mid-lane champion Annie.
Congratulations were given for “having put him back on the list” and an apology was made for “not having managed Twitch.”
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It all seems to be meant jokingly and fits the image of the character “Tyler1”, who is over the top in everything.
Tyler1 becomes Challenger in LoL in 4 out of 5 roles
Why is Tyler1 honored? The muscular 26-year-old is the biggest streamer for LoL on Twitch. He is quite the angler, frequently losing his temper and generally writing only in “All Caps”, but he is also a gifted entertainer and a beast in LoL.
For years, Tyler1 was known for playing a single champion, Draven. But that has radically changed: Tyler1 has now set his goal to climb to the Challenger rank in every position in LoL. It is exceptionally tough, as only a few players per server reach this rank.
After 669 games, Tyler has now become Challenger in the Midlane. Previously, he had already achieved this as a Botlaner, Jungler, and Top-Laner. He required 1800 games back then for Top Lane.
For the notoriously bad loser and ambitious Tyler1, this is a great ordeal each time. However, he simply does not give up.
The “Midlane Challenge” began in July and has finally come to an end. Compared to other roles, it seems he found it relatively easy to reach Challenger rank as a Midlaner.
The hardest task for Tyler1 is evidently the run as a “Supporter”, which he plans to tackle only in 2022.
Tyler1 celebrates his rise (warning, loud):
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Only after a LoL employee predicted “testicular cancer” for him, was Tyler1 allowed to play again
What makes Tyler1’s rise so bemerkenswert: The streamer had long been at odds with Riot Games. Due to his outrageous behavior and repeatedly flaming others, his name was on the “We really don’t want him” list at Riot Games for a long time. Tyler1 was banned from the game repeatedly.
However, a 2017 incident occurred: A LoL designer spoke, seemingly drunk, about Tyler1 and said: “It’s okay, he will die from a cocaine overdose or testicular cancer from all the steroids… after that, we are gucci.”
Following this statement, the employee seemingly had to leave Riot Games, and at the same time, Riot Games tolerated “Tyler1” back on the LoL servers. He put on a T-shirt reading “Reformed”, claimed to have completely changed, now being tame, and continued pretty much as before.
4 years later, Tyler1 is the star of LoL and seemingly “suitable for the public.”
The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War is a new Mobile strategy and building game set in the universe of “The Lord of the Rings”. The game is available for download on iOS and Android. Notably, it features stunning graphics and the faces of the original actors. Find out everything about the new mobile game here on MeinMMO.
What is The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War? The mobile game is a typical building game where you first establish your kingdom, raise armies, and attack other kingdoms. You can also play with friends.
The game utilizes numerous characters, creatures, and locations from Peter Jackson’s films.
The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War was released on September 23, 2021, and is developed by NetEase and Warner Bros. However, the game has nothing to do with the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online.
Top graphics, original actors, and kingdom-builder gameplay
What are the features of The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War? The standout features of The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War are the excellent graphics and the faces of the official actors from Peter Jackson’s film trilogy.
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So if you enter places like Rivendell or Mordor, it looks exactly as you remember from the films.
And if you encounter characters like Gandalf or Legolas in the game, they face you with the likenesses of the actors Ian McKellen and Orlando Bloom.
The developers seem to have invested a lot of money to use the faces of the original cast in the game.
However, they likely only paid for the faces, as the voices do not match those of the actors.
How does the gameplay work? In the game, you build a kingdom and raise a large army. Alongside factions, you battle other players for dominance. You can also forge your own ring and receive bonuses as a result.
As you build your kingdom and dispatch your armies, you will need to plan for more or less long wait times.
For which platforms is it released? The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War is released for Android and iOS and can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play for Android.
What are the costs? The game itself is free to play. However, as is common with mobile games, various real-money items are offered in the shop.
How are the reviews? On Google Play, The Lord of The Rings – Rise to War has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 and over 9,000 ratings (as of September 24, 2021). Players praise the fantastic graphics and the original actors. Furthermore, the game is said to have a good story.
However, they criticize the long wait times that you have between your actions. Therefore, the game is also referred to as a “waiting simulator” by less satisfied users, who feel it offers little variety. Additionally, some users complain about disconnections after the tutorial.
In Pokémon GO, it will soon get spooky. Dataminers found new texts in the game that suggest the content for the Halloween event. There are now first insights into a continuation of the research as well as Paragoni and Trombork as new Pokémon.
What is it about? Every year, Pokémon GO celebrates a Halloween event and focuses on spooky and ghost-type Pokémon. There are bonuses, new Pokémon, and perhaps new Shinys as well. A first unofficial look is available now thanks to dataminers.
They found the texts of the research with Willow, in which Paragoni and Trombork are mentioned. We show you here what Willow has to say about the Pokémon.
Paragoni and Trombork Release in October?
This was found: The dataminers from PokeMiners regularly search the app’s code for changes. From this, it can be inferred what new content is planned for Pokémon GO. In the past, these finds (leaks) have proven to be correct, which is why these dataminers can be trusted.
The latest changes show text updates. Among those are passages in which Willow speaks to the trainers during research. The professor explains in a continuation of the special research with Hoopa that a few “spooky” Pokémon will appear nearby. He hopes that the trainers won’t be too scared and will investigate the ghost-type Pokémon with him.
Then suddenly, he talks about what he saw in a forest:
Oh, I just remembered that I recently researched near a forest and stumbled upon a strangely looking tree. I’ve learned my lesson about strange trees that sometimes they are not trees at all – like Mogelbaum!
I stepped closer to examine the tree, but then it turned around, and its single red eye stared directly into mine!
I quickly realized that it was a Trombork, the Elder Tree Pokémon, checking whether I was friend or foe! After all, it lures people who harm the forest into a trap so they can’t leave.
It must have sensed that I was only there for research purposes, because it turned back around and ignored me. Its attention then returned to the many smaller Paragoni surrounding its feet.
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Excerpt from the new research “Misunderstood Pranks” from the code of Pokémon GO – Via pokeminers.com
So it sounds very likely that these two Pokémon will be part of the Halloween event 2021. But who are they actually? In case the leak is correct, we will now introduce the two Pokémon to you. But keep in mind that this is not official information from Niantic, and the release of Paragoni and Trombork is not 100% certain.
Paragoni: The ghost and grass-type Pokémon originates from the 6th generation of games. Visually, it resembles a ghost with a tree stump for a head, sporting two branches. Two large holes in the stump seem to show two big red eyes. A smaller hole presumably represents the mouth.
Its abilities in the Pokémon games include Growth, Confusion Ray, Will-O-Wisp, Curse, Wood Hammer, Phantom Force, and Wood Horn.
The Pokédex states that Paragoni is born from the souls of deceased children who become lost in the forests.
Trombork: The evolution of Paragoni, Trombork, also belongs to the ghost and grass types and comes from the 6th generation of games. Visually, it resembles a fully grown tree made up of several individual parts. Here and there, the dark ghost appearance still shimmers through. Instead of two eyes, it has only one large, glowing red eye.
It can perform attacks such as Wood Hammer, Wood Horn, Dark Claw, Confusion Ray, Will-O-Wisp, Rooter, and Forest Curse in the Pokémon games. The Pokédex states that the trees of the forest blindly follow Trombork. Anyone who harms the forest is said to remain trapped there for the rest of their lives.
How do you like the glimpse into the possible new releases for Halloween 2021? Do you find the Pokémon exciting or are you still hoping for entirely different new content? Share your opinions and wishes for the Halloween event 2021 in Pokémon GO here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with the community.
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Ten bosses will be significantly weakened in the upcoming Patch 9.1.5 of World of Warcraft. This will make farming cool sets much more enjoyable.
Just yesterday, we reported that some bosses in World of Warcraft will be significantly weakened. This was about certain enemies from the old “Legion” content, which is still too difficult to solo for some classes. Patch 9.1.5 is set to remedy this. Now Blizzard has revealed which encounters are going to be easier – and it’s exactly all the ones that have caused difficulties so far.
What is the problem? Although the “Legion” expansion is now several years old, many of the raids can still not be completed solo – or at least not with all classes. This is due to many encounters having mechanics that overwhelm individual players. Sometimes it’s a “one-hit mechanic” that needs to be absorbed by multiple players, other times it’s the necessity to be in multiple places at once.
Additionally, players are still relatively weaker due to the “level squish,” the removal of artifact weapons, and other bonuses, compared to what they would be after 2 additional expansions.
Blizzard is addressing this and is making the most annoying encounters significantly easier.
Helya will also be easier.
Which encounters will be easier? In the preliminary patch notes, Blizzard has now explained which encounters the “difficulty in solo combat” has been reduced. The following boss fights in Legion are expected to be drastically easier with Patch 9.1.5:
Antorus, the Burning Throne
Antoran High Command
Eonar, the Lifebinder
Varimathras
Circle of Shivarra
Aggramar
Tomb of Sargeras
The Desolate Host
Fallen Avatar
Kil’jaeden
The Nighthold
Gul’dan
The Trial of Valor
Helya
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What are the implications? Even though we do not yet know all the adjustments in detail, the changes are likely aimed at ensuring that boss fights can be managed solo and particularly tedious mechanics become irrelevant. Especially with Kil’jaeden, it could be difficult for many classes, as the knockback – similar to Aggramar – is hard to master.
With Patch 9.1.5, there are many cool T-sets coming for players who want to collect them. When you’re already stopping by the Mage Tower in that patch, you can also farm the old raids…
Are you looking forward to being able to farm the old T-sets in Patch 9.1.5? Or do you have no desire to hang out in the Legion raids?
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A clip from the new FIFA 22 is currently making the rounds: Thanks to a celebration animation, the 60-year-old football coach Steve Bruce is becoming an absolute top sprinter.
What’s going on? A clip has been shared in the FIFA community showing the celebrating team of Newcastle United. The team has apparently just won an important penalty shootout – and is celebrating it accordingly. Such excessive celebration animations were already one of the NextGen features in FIFA 21 and are also expected to create goosebumps moments in FIFA 22.
However, one person stands out in the clip: Newcastle’s coach Steve Bruce, who is already 60 years old in real life.
But age doesn’t hold the former center-back back at all in the FIFA clip, as he euphorically sprints across the field, leaving his substitute players behind. You can see what that looks like here in the post from the FIFA subreddit:
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Community celebrates the clip – and even EA gets in on it
Here’s the reaction: Despite all his fitness and enthusiasm, it’s quite unlikely that the real Steve Bruce would leave his physically fit professional athletes behind – celebration or not. These celebration animations can appear for any team in the game. The fact that the avatar of the 60-year-old coach was used at this specific moment seems rather curious.
The amusing glitch is actually well-received in the community
“This is one of the best FIFA clips I have ever seen.”
“I love the war cry he makes when he speeds up.”
“I would rather play him than Giroud” – Giroud is notorious for his slow stats in FIFA.
That’s how the feedback sounds in the FIFA subreddit (via reddit), on Twitter, and more.
This is what EA says: Apparently, EA also took notice of the clip. They seem to view the whole thing humorously. Because on Instagram, they directly released a new FUT card for the sprinting manager:
Clearly, this clip seems to be justified given these values! However, the manager probably won’t make it into the game in this form. He would actually be the fastest card ever – even ahead of Mbappé, Davies, or Adama Traoré.
With the latest release of the Legends of New World trailer series, Amazon is once again heating up the fans. The new trailer from September 23 shows the factions battling the dangers of Aeternum, the island where New World takes place.
In the new video of the Legends of New World series, you can once again watch the heroes fight and get a small portion of story served alongside. With this third part, the series also comes to an end, making it perfect to hype up the fans of New World once more.
What happens in the trailer? At first, the helmet of one of the marauders in the game is shown, before zooming in on the engravings which then form another image. You can see a handful of shipwrecked people on a sandy beach, who shortly after try to reach one of the settlements.
At the same time, a narrator speaks in a dark voice, stating that the fates of all are forged anew every day on the eternal island. You then see three representatives of the factions of New World in front of the banners with the emblems of their community.
The narrator continues and informs you that you have been chosen by fate and have received a second chance at life. You are to join the fight against the dangers of Aeternum and choose the right allies. Again, the factions are prominently displayed in their typical armor.
Here you can see the trailer:
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Finally, the image zooms out again, showing you the helmet of the marauder from the beginning, only now its left eye glows red, like many of the villains in New World. The narrator ends his text by telling you that it is up to you to shape a new fate.
“I just can’t wait anymore”
What does the community say? The trailer seems to bear fruit, as the fans of New World appear to be absolutely hyped by the one-minute video. On YouTube, the trailer currently (September 24) has 1,688 thumbs up and only 18 negative ratings.
User DukeSloth also receives a lot of praise for his comment: “Let’s go, the video puts me in the exact right mood for the release.”
User obsiosiris is surprised by himself and writes: “The first game in 5 years that I’m really looking forward to.”
Simon Linser also writes under the video: “Honestly, the style of these trailers combined with the narrator is just great. I get goosebumps.”
AbezDota complains about too much anticipation: “What a game, man. I don’t know if I can sleep before it finally releases.”
User Tzunny sees the Legends trailer more ironically and writes: “It would be nice if these legends could even swim in 2021.”
He refers with his comment to the fact that you play a shipwrecked person on an island in New World, but still cannot swim. This small inconsistency has often caused laughter within the community.
When does New World release? While we hope that AbezDota finds sleep before the game comes out, if not, the launch is very close now. The MMORPG by Amazon releases on September 28.
Are you excited to play the new MMORPG from Amazon? Does the trailer get you as hyped for the game as most people in the comments? Or do you think the game is overrated and wonder what the hype is about? Feel free to leave us a comment here on MeinMMO.
EA is keeping new information about the Open Beta of Battlefield 2042 under wraps. Still, there is no launch date. Insider Tom Henderson, meanwhile, is confident: It should happen in early October. However, players are cautious with their anticipation.
When is the Battlefield 2042 beta supposed to start? There is still no official date for this. EA was supposed to announce news this week after the release of Battlefield 2042 was postponed last week. Originally, the beta was apparently supposed to come in September, which now seems extremely unlikely.
Now it is Friday, September 24, and there is still no information from the publisher. However, the well-known industry insider Tom Henderson has mentioned a date again, which he apparently considers relatively certain:
On October 4, there will be a press event where content creators and media will get an insight into the beta.
On October 6, the two-day early access phase will begin.
On October 8, the beta will then start for everyone.
The date he mentioned a few days ago as a possible new release for the Open Beta. He cited internal dates as the source for this information. This time, he apparently refers to emails that were allegedly sent to content creators and media to confirm the date again.
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How reliable is this? Henderson has long been known as a well-known insider and revealed some details about Battlefield 2042 long before the announcement. These included, for example, the setting in the future, or the portal mode, which was announced much later.
Nevertheless, players are skeptical even about the new date.
How are players reacting to the insider information? Many are simply worried, as EA still remains very tight-lipped regarding the beta. Henderson is essentially their only chance to get new information, even if it is not always reliable.
Nevertheless, many believe they will only trust that the beta is coming when it has actually been released. Because Henderson was also very confident about another date. A few weeks ago, he mentioned September 22 as the likely start for the Open Beta.
According to his sources, that was also the planned date, but it was then postponed internally, and subsequently, the postponement of Battlefield 2042 followed.
On which platforms is the Open Beta supposed to be released? A release is planned for all platforms where the full game will also be released: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
An update in the PlayStation Store, however, has caused some concern among fans. (via mp1st.com). Because early access to the beta for PS4 as a pre-order bonus was missing there. However, this turned out to be just a mistake in the store, as the community manager confirmed on Twitter. (via Twitter)
When is Battlefield 2042 actually supposed to be released? The shooter was postponed from October 22 to November 19. If it stays that way, you can dive into battles with up to 128 players on a map by the end of November at the latest.
What do you actually think about the whole thing? Will you participate in the beta? Does the back and forth about the launch annoy you? Let us know your opinion.
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Call of Duty: Vanguard features one of the best killstreaks in the beta, a pack of wild attack dogs that hunt down your opponents and tear them apart with high efficiency. Unfortunately, these creatures are pretty buggy and can sometimes turn on their masters or transform into “dog tornados”.
What’s up with the dogs? In the beta of CoD Vanguard, there is a pack of bloodthirsty attack dogs as a high-tier killstreak. When the “dogs of war” are unleashed, it gets quite intense. The killer doggos then roam the map, tearing apart any poor soul that crosses their path.
Many players complain about the seemingly overpowered doggies, but on top of that, these beasts are pretty buggy as well.
What are killstreaks? This refers to a game mechanic that grants you certain advantageous effects when you achieve a series of kills without dying in between. This rewards players who play particularly effectively. Options include cool things like a brutal LMG with explosive rounds, a V2 rocket, or the aforementioned attack dogs.
Dogs are fundamentally problematic
Who got affected? The CoD pro Seth “Scump” Abner was playing in Vanguard with his buddies, and as expected, he dominated the lobby hard. Therefore, at the height of his power, he also had the dog killstreak active, and his doggos were racking up kills.
But then the unexpected happened: Scump walked past his supposedly loyal best friends, and suddenly there was a “snap” and Scump was dead. He cursed and raged, but that wasn’t the end of it. Because suddenly his teammates were also screaming in disbelief and frustration.
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Because the dogs didn’t just settle for Scump’s corpse, but also feasted on his friends afterwards. “They killed us all!” came the accusing voice from the voice chat.
What other problems do the dogs have? The dogs in Vanguard are apparently buggy and bite the hand that feeds them. But that’s not all. There have also been reports of cases where the dogs, in their joy over their kills, became uncontrollable and turned into a bizarre mix of textures, aptly named “Dognado” by the fans.
Additionally, there are reports of dogs suddenly teleporting up ladders and biting players in the behind up there.
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Why are they still OP? Even if the dogs function the way they are intended, many players don’t view them positively. Because they are simply very strong and hard to counter.
The dogs have various advantages that make them OP in the eyes of some players:
They can take a lot of damage
They are hard to hit
They kill almost instantly
They often appear completely unexpectedly
Especially the fact that in CoD you are usually aiming at the center of the screen while the dogs generally attack from the lower half of the screen makes them hard to counter, and even if you manage to hit a dog, it will likely keep biting and probably kill you.
The killstreak, in its current form, brings neither its users nor opponents much joy and is rather a source of frustration and annoyance. So let’s hope the developers will refine the dogs again.
The everyday life in home office or traveling can be loud and exhausting. MeinMMO author Benedikt Schlotmann has now bought a pair of in-ear headphones that help him save his nerves.
In everyday life, there are various things that can drive someone crazy:
Kitchen appliances or other household devices that make noise.
Construction workers who have to open the street early in the morning.
The girlfriend watching her favorite series in the background.
However, in the home office, I hardly have a chance to escape the noise. Somehow, the noise follows me. Noise-canceling promises relief from disturbing sounds.
By now, I’ve had nearly a dozen of these headphones on my desk for personal and professional use. The headphones from Soundcore were advertised by the manufacturer with active noise cancellation. I wanted to try that at least once and gave the headphones a chance.
Officially, the device costs 79.99 euros, but I have never seen the Soundcore Life A2 NC for more than 50 euros. Even at the current time (September 22), you can get another 30 euros off.
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A chance has turned into a daily companion, as I use the in-ear headphones almost daily when the noise of everyday life drives me crazy again.
I can work in peace and play in (almost) absolute silence
For a price of around 50 euros, I was especially positively surprised by the noise-canceling feature. At first, I was quite skeptical, as this feature has rarely convinced me before.
The headphones offer several settings for noise cancellation through the app:
The “Traffic” mode filters out low frequencies. This is especially pleasant when I am traveling by tram or train.
In “Indoor” mode, voices and mid frequencies are supposed to be filtered out. This works better sometimes than others. Some voices are still audibly unclear.
“Outdoor” relies on a mix of frequencies. The idea is fundamentally good, but I find “Traffic” to be significantly better for the city.
Additionally, the software offers a transparency mode, where you can either hear all noises or thanks to the “Voice Mode,” voices are particularly emphasized. The “Voice Mode” also works surprisingly well.
Noise cancellation (left) and equalizer (right) can be controlled directly via the app.
How good is the noise cancellation? The noise cancellation works really well and is the highlight of the headphones for me. When I travel by tram or need to take a bus, I enjoy being able to almost completely block out the loud humming and either listen to music or simply enjoy the silence.
I also notice the advantage in everyday life. When my girlfriend watches her latest hospital series in the background, the hospital dramas eventually get on my nerves terribly. Thanks to noise cancellation, I can block out discussions about high blood pressure, kidney failure, or drug use. Only the loudly screaming patients remind me from time to time that there is a hospital series playing in the background.
What else do I like? Besides the noise cancellation, I also like the ergonomics: I can wear the devices comfortably for 4 or 5 hours in a row without them driving me crazy. I have only encountered a similarly good fit with the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid, which MeinMMO tested. The interchangeable ear tips also keep the in-ear headphones securely in my ears.
Sonically, the in-ear headphones can also convince me. I can either use various equalizer settings or mix the sound myself. Games like Genshin Impact or the recently released Pokémon Unite for Android are a lot of fun with the headphones.
The mono mode is also nice: You can play the sound through a single headphone and turn off the other – a feature that I missed with the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid.
The headphones are made of plastic and use interchangeable ear tips. By the way, the device also fits ear tips from my now immeasurable collection of various in-ear devices such as Sony or Samsung. The IPX5 certification (water resistance) is also a good thing; however, I have not been in heavy rain or at the swimming pool with the headphones yet.
These are the disadvantages: For the audio profiles and noise cancellation, you need the free Soundcore app. However, the app only works on Android and iOS.
In principle, you can also use the headphones via an external Bluetooth dongle on your PC, but you would have to forgo the strong features of the device. You also cannot use the headphones on the console, as the headphones do not have their own dongle.
The hinge of the charger box of the headphones seems fragile to me. In the 3 months that I have currently been using the headphones, nothing has happened, but this very thin plastic connection seems fragile to me.
Pro
Reasonable sound for the money
Ergonomics and fit
decent workmanship
meaningful equalizer settings via app
very good noise cancellation
optional mono mode
Contra
Equalizer settings can be adjusted through the app
no real function on the computer or console
charging case seems fragile at the hinge
Whom can I recommend the headphones to? Are you looking for headphones that sound good and are also interested in being able to block out annoying noises or noise? Then I can recommend the Soundcore Life A2 NC with a clear conscience.
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However, you have to live with the limitation that you can only use the functions on the phone, as there is no support on the PC. Here I would rather suggest you take a look at our buying guide for headphones and gaming headsets:
The Trapper finally gets love. The first killer in Dead by Daylight is getting significantly stronger and will be able to carry more traps soon.
Although the dust around the Cenobite and the mysterious disappearance of all his voice lines has not yet settled, the developers of Dead by Daylight are already revealing their plans for the future. In a new “Developer Update”, they spoke about upcoming changes and revisions. The oldest of all killers is also on the agenda. The Trapper will be significantly improved.
What was said? In the latest Developer Update, there are a number of adjustments for many killers. Numerous addons are being revised and unclear formulations are gradually being removed. Addons should now clearly indicate how much they influence something and reveal exact numbers instead of cryptic descriptions such as “moderate” or “drastic”.
What is changing for the Trapper? For the Trapper, it’s primarily “Quality of Life” adjustments that will make him a better killer, giving him more control over his traps and the game. The most important changes are:
There will now always be exactly 6 traps spawning on each map. Previously, this could be a random amount between 4 and 6 traps.
The Trapper will soon be able to carry 2 traps as a base and will also start with 2 traps in his inventory. By default, there will always be 8 traps available.
Some of his revised addons have already been introduced:
Tension Spring: A bear trap will automatically reactivate after 2 seconds once a survivor frees themselves from it.
Trapper Sack: All bear traps are already in the Trapper’s inventory from the start. Bear traps can no longer be picked up.
This gives the Trapper more options and also more tactical depth when selecting his addons.
More traps for the Trapper – finally more control at the start!
What is changing for the Spirit? The killer Spirit is one of the best in the game. This is because she can use her ability almost unseen, forcing survivors to guess whether the Spirit is moving or not. However, this often felt more like a gamble than a mind game. Therefore, survivors are being given more options to counter the Spirit:
Every survivor within a 24-meter radius around the Spirit will now hear the phasing sound, allowing them to determine the direction.
The footsteps of the Spirit now kick up some dust while she uses her ability. On clean surfaces, this is easy to spot, while it is more difficult in grass and other obstacles.
Significant nerfs for the Spirit – will she crash now?
Numerous perks will be improved and adjusted
The best perks in Dead by Daylight have been relatively unchanged for years. Little has changed about the classics, mainly because other perks are falling far behind expectations. Dead by Daylight wants to change that – and is overhauling a large number of perks. The most important changes include:
Vigil: The regeneration rate has been increased from 10 / 15 / 20 % to 20 / 25 / 30 %. Additionally, the bonus now also affects other status effects such as exhaustion or obliviousness.
Babysitter: The rescued survivor now receives a small speed boost for 4 / 6 / 8 seconds. The duration of the aura reading ability has been doubled.
For The People: The “Broken” status effect now lasts shorter, from 110 / 100 / 90 seconds to only 80 / 70 / 60 seconds.
Hex: Retribution: In future, interacting with any totem will make survivors “Oblivious”. The duration of the aura reading ability will be increased to 15 seconds.
Hex: Blood Favor: This perk no longer has a cooldown and will also trigger when survivors are hit with special attacks, no longer just during standard melee attacks.
Hex: The Third Seal: Special attacks will now also trigger the curse on survivors.
Hex: Thrill of the Hunt: The perk has been adjusted so that the slowdown of the cleansing also affects blessing (a forthcoming, controversial feature).
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In addition to all these adjustments, the developers have now implemented a “Kill Switch” for pretty much all objects in the game. This basically means that the developers can directly disable individual features without relying on a patch.
If, for example, a certain bug arises—such as through the combination of two perks with a particular killer—the developers can temporarily disable one of the perks until a bug fix patch is ready. This should prevent players from having to deal with exploiters of bugs for days or weeks before a fix comes.
If an item, character, or perk is disabled by this Kill Switch, it will be clearly visible in the game.
When will the changes come? Although the developers haven’t provided a specific date for these adjustments, it is expected that the first changes will appear in the upcoming “Mid Chapter” patch. That could be in about 2-3 weeks. For many players, this should bring more variety and especially end the reign of terror of the Spirit – thus leaving the Nurse on the throne.
What do you think about these changes and new features? Good, sensible plans? Or do they ruin the game?
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The MOBA Pokémon Unite has been available for the Nintendo Switch for a while, but on September 22, the Mobile Release took place. Along with it came many new features that significantly improve the game. We show you what they are.
What is Pokémon Unite about? You can team up with up to five players against opponents. The goal of the match is to score as many goals as possible. While doing so, you keep advancing into the enemy base. The team that scores the most points through goals at the end of the game wins the match.
You can choose whether you want to play for fun or want to compete in ranked matches. Together with your Pokémon partners, you then head into battle for the goals. You can watch one of the trailers for Pokémon Unite in this video:
Pokémon Unite is not only available in various languages now—including German—but it has also introduced numerous features and new things that the community has requested. We have listed the best features that immediately caught our attention.
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New User Interface (UI)
What is different about the User Interface? In short: everything and that is a good thing! The entire UI has been overhauled and made much clearer than before. While you had to click through various points to reach the point you wanted before, now a single button press on the corresponding menu suffices. You navigate much more easily.
UI before
UI after
Also in the menu where you can view your Pokémon, there has been a lot of changes. You now have a much better overview of your Pokémon and can also change or upgrade your held items directly from the selection menu.
Additionally, you can hide everything and view your Pokémon without unnecessary frills from all sides. The Holowares (skins) you can give to your Pokémon are also more easily accessible.
Before
After
Overall, the UI feels smoother and more professional. More like a finished game. You could clearly tell that Pokémon Unite was originally designed for mobile and not for the Nintendo Switch. An important update that also makes it easier for newcomers to navigate right away.
On mobile, the UI looks almost the same, except that it has sliders in shops that determine the amount of purchased items and no arrows, as on the Nintendo Switch.
Finally no more guessing: Pokémon Unite has finally added one of the most important specifications of the pocket monsters. Previously, it was not clear through the game whether a Pokémon is a special or physical attacker. You can now find this information in the menu for your Pokémon.
Also, the descriptions of the items are now much easier to find and sometimes more specified. However, some items lack further transparency. For example, the Scope Lens does not specify how much percentage of the attack value is actually taken into account, even though this information is implemented in the game.
Before
After
Pokémon Adjustments
What do we mean by that? Pokémon Unite has already received several patches that strengthen or weaken Pokémon repeatedly. In this update, some Pokémon have undergone changes again. A useful overview has been posted by Pokémon streamer “pkmncast” on Twitter (via Twitter). This time, it seems that it has really made a difference.
In the matches we have played, we could counter every opponent and no pocket monster seemed overly strong or weak. Especially Pokémon like Charizard and Talonflame have received the much-needed boost. They can now keep up well and contribute effectively to the team.
Opponents like Lucario, Slaking, Jigglypuff, and Greninja suddenly don’t seem as overly strong as they did for a while because all monsters now have effective skills and items they can shine with. Also, Absol, with its low defense, can be useful due to its buff and corresponding new items, like Razor Claw, with its high raw damage.
New Held Items and Suggestions
What new held items are there? There are now three new held items in Pokémon Unite that you can equip to your partners:
Weakness Policy
Gives you more hit points (HP) and attack
Increases your attack every time you take damage
Choice Specs
Gives you more special attack
Increases the damage of attacks upon landing
Razor Claw
Gives you more attack and increases your critical hit rate
When you use an attack, the next basic attack is enhanced
If a melee fighter carries this item, they reduce the movement speed of the opponent with their basic attacks
These items provide several new strategies and build options for various Pokémon.
Weakness Policy works well on Snorlax
Choice Specs is good on special attackers, like Pikachu
Absol benefits from Razor Claw
What are item suggestions? Brand new are the build suggestions, which the game or other top players suggest to you. Go to the menu “Held Items” and then to “Recommended Sets” (on the Switch, press the Y button), and you will receive some suggestions for which items would work well on your Pokémon. This is particularly useful for newcomers.
Join a Unite Crew
What is a Unite Crew? A Unite Crew is a type of guild in Pokémon Unite. This feature is completely new to the game and allows you to invite up to 30 players to this crew. You can set the motto of your crew and decide whether members can join you freely or whether you need to approve it first.
When you create a crew, a code is generated through which other players can join the team. Within the Unite Crew, you can chat and see if a member is currently online and available to play. A quick way to get an overview of the people you enjoy playing with.
Revised Reporting System
What can the revised reporting system do? The new reporting system has significantly more options than the old one. While in the old system you could only report someone for being AFK or for saying inappropriate things in lobby chat, you can now report much more specifically.
This overhaul was a major request from the community, after there were many trolls who ruined matches for others. Pokémon Unite has responded to this request with the new system. However, we do not know whether there is now an AI or real people behind it. So it remains to be seen what consequences the troublemakers will face and whether it works reasonably.
There are more options in reporting
No more “Zapdos Debuff”
What is the “Zapdos Debuff”? The “Zapdos Debuff” occurs when you defeat the last Kamalm before Zapdos appears. As a result, you deal less damage to Zapdos and the other team finds it easier to catch Zapdos. You can find more details in our article: Attention! Secret mechanic discovered in Pokémon Unite – Weakens your entire team
After several tests by various players, this debuff has now been removed, meaning you can safely collect all Kamalm without fearing a debuff for your team afterwards (via reddit).
What else is there? Perhaps not a feature that improves the game itself, but there are some new skins for your partners and new modes for you! Now you can either walk around with Liberlo in partner look or put on cute Shillok ears.
The skins for Pokémon are also not neglected. You can give your Pokémon a sporty look with a sweatband and a shirt or pull out a coat and hat and spruce up Krackon. In the battle pass, you also receive items such as a Venusaur hat or space suits for yourself and your Gengar.
Shillok ears
New pirate outfit
Detective Krackon is here
Aye Aye Charizard
This massive update shows that Pokémon Unite has definitely listened to the community and has implemented many useful changes in the game. If you want to give the game another chance, now is the time to do so.
Did we forget a point that you really like? Are you still playing Pokémon Unite or have you lost interest in the game? Feel free to write it in the comments.
Bungie will publish the “first digital fashion magazine” for Destiny 2 . Since our freelance author Christos Tsogos is also a fashion-conscious Guardian, he can hardly wait to see what ideas the community has on the subject of fashion and good taste.
Bungie announced: A Guardian fashion magazine for Destiny 2 is being created and will be published soon. It is called “Threads of Light” – about threads of light.
This magazine is a collection of stylish Guardians. The models come from the community and were gathered by Bungie and then published in style. The most fashionable, flamboyant, and best-looking players from Destiny will be honored in this magazine… that is, their digital Guardian avatars.
A fashion catalog that I take to heart
When it comes to fashion, I am an expert in Destiny 2. I’ve memorized all the shaders by now and know which colors go well together. Such a fashion faux pas, like with the Jacrini shader would never happen to me.
After my years of experience in Guardian fashion, I am pleased that finally more attention is being paid to the most important aspect of the game.
About the author: My name is Christos Tsogos, I am a freelance writer at MeinMMO and mainly active in the areas of Fortnite and Destiny. I have spent over 5,000 hours total in Destiny 1 and Destiny 2. As there were many situations where the appearance of my Guardian was in the foreground and I have spent countless hours designing it, I look forward to being able to view such artworks.
Because as is well known, “Fashion is the true endgame.” Therefore, I am pleased to see that Bungie honors diligent and fashion-conscious Guardians with this catalog.
If this catalog is published, I will definitely seek inspiration and take a look or two inside. Here is the announcement for “Threads of Light”:
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I am not the only one who believes that fashion is the true endgame. Because the announcement post on Twitter already received over 10,000 likes and 422 comments.
Many are excited yet somehow not, as the work comes from the diligent community: user gibb (via Twitter) writes: “That [announcement] is somehow a complete surprise and not surprising at all from Bungie. I am very curious about what will be in it!”
This shows that many Guardians pay attention to their appearance. Destiny 2 offers many activities to pass the time. But since these activities eventually lose their shine, players prefer to focus on the appearance of their Guardian in the meantime and let their character shine.
Am I going to land in the spring collection?
This is what the catalog could look like with me.
I have developed a habit during the boring content droughts of Destiny 2, which consists of focusing on the design of my Guardian. This can sometimes be a simple adjustment or it can even turn into several hours of runway acrobatics. There are no limits to the design of one’s Guardian in this sense. Thanks to transmog!
What about the release of the fashion magazine in Destiny 2?
Not much is currently known. However, it is clear that the models will be immortalized with their gamer names. Additionally, you will see which shaders and armor pieces they use to achieve the cool look – perfect for replicating.
What do the Guardians think of this? Many players in the comments are looking forward to it and can hardly wait to get design suggestions for their Guardians. Even in the subreddit DestinyFashion, there is great excitement – here everything revolves around the look of the Guardian.
Most know the situation: You try to find matching shaders for your Guardian and then take the easiest route by applying any shader to all armor pieces.
There’s nothing wrong with that – the character doesn’t get weaker by doing so – but the true art lies in using different shaders and ornaments to achieve harmony in the overall look.
In any case, I am very curious about this catalog and look forward to gathering more inspirations. What do you think of this announcement? Do you find the idea of a fashion magazine cool or is your look completely unimportant? Let us know in the comments!
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Today, on September 23, Diablo 2: Resurrected is launching. The game, released in 2000, is now available as a remastered version not only on PC but also on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch. MeinMMO is covering the release live and reporting on the start and any potential issues.
When does it start? The launch kicks off at 5:00 PM German time. At that point, you can start playing on all platforms and revisit Sanctuary again or for the first time. You can already start the preload to ensure you can dive right in at release.
The anticipation for Diablo 2 is high, which may lead to server issues. We will keep you updated if that happens. Resurrected can also be played in offline mode, allowing you to bypass most difficulties.
Update 11:00 PM: The servers are back online, and the issues with disappearing characters should have been resolved (via Twitter). Blizzard will continue to monitor the situation.
Update 10:12 PM: There will be another emergency maintenance. The servers are expected to remain offline until 10:45 PM (via Twitter). According to Chief Rod Fergusson, the demand for Diablo 2 was significantly greater than expected, and they are now trying to create more capacity.
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Update 7:50 PM: Currently, the servers seem to be running stable. For those able to log in or those who want to prepare, we have a beginner’s guide for Diablo 2 ready on MeinMMO.
Update 7:35 PM: The first players are logging back in. Apparently, the servers are online again. However, there seems to have been a small rollback, so some progress may have been lost.
Update 7:00 PM: The servers are being taken down for an unplanned maintenance. Online games will not be possible for the next 30 minutes. In the meantime, you should be able to play offline. Blizzard advises you to log out before the downtime if possible:
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Update 6:42 PM: MrLlamaSC, the biggest Diablo 2 streamer in the world, as well as some of his colleagues are also unable to log in. The server issues apparently affect many fans worldwide.
Update 6:38 PM: Baal, the final boss of Diablo 2: Lord of Destruction, has been defeated. The first groups are now starting on the Nightmare mode of the game and the secret cow level.
Update 6:26 PM: The final boss of the base game, the Prime Evil Diablo, has been defeated. Only Baal remains in the normal mode of the World First Race. Meanwhile, the server issues seem to be subsiding somewhat. However, there are still problems, and Blizzard is simultaneously working on the problem of disappearing characters.
Update 6:18 PM: Another group has apparently defeated the server issues in the World First Race and has also taken down the third boss, Mephisto. They are currently ahead of the favorite MrLlamaSC and his team.
Update 6:10 PM: The developers are working on the server issues:
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Update 6:03 PM: The server issues persist, and there appear to be global outages or overloads. Complaints about the connection are coming in from all over the world. However, some players are taking it rather calmly:
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Update 5:53 PM: Some players are missing their created characters from their character lists. However, this does not mean that they have been deleted. This problem can occur when the connection to the server has not yet been established. Simply call the list again until the connection is established.
Update 5:45 PM: The servers are currently experiencing issues. Several players are being kicked out of their games or cannot log in anymore.
Update 5:36 PM: The second boss, Duriel, has also been defeated in the World First Race. Top players are now exploring Act 3, which has not been open for testing yet.
Update 5:30 PM: Players on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch are partially looking for the option to link their accounts to Battle.net. This is necessary to play online or use coop. Visit http://blizzard.com/link and enter the code displayed to you on the console.
Update 5:25 PM: In the World First Race, the first players have already killed the Act 1 boss, Andariel, while others are still trying to log in or are fighting through the Act. Speedrunners are using techniques that involve splitting their group to explore faster.
Update 5:20 PM: There are reports from fans who are still unable to log in or connect to the server. Restarting the game on all platforms is said to help. For us, the trick worked on Xbox and solved the problem.
The offline mode should also work, but you cannot play with friends online in coop.
Update 5:07 PM: Some players on PC seem to have issues where the “Play” button does not illuminate. As a tip, you should restart the Battle.net client, after which everything should work.
Update 5:00 PM: The servers are online, and the first players are logging in. The World First Race begins. Have you been able to log in yet?
Update 4:30 PM: Half an hour until release, and so far there are no news about delays or server issues. Many fans are already waiting for the gates to open. How is the mood among you?
Update 3:03 PM: The expert explains which rune word you should definitely remember: Grief, which makes any weapon the best in the game. More about rune words will be coming soon here on MeinMMO.
Update 2:53 PM: The moderators explain once again what the World First Race is about. All available Uber bosses are to be defeated, with Baal being the target. For another boss, Uber Diablo, the community must first unlock it by selling enough Stones of Jordan.
Method has its own leaderboard for all participants, as there is no official leaderboard. However, participants must stream their progress.
Update 2:34 PM: MrLlamaSC, the hardcore fan who searched for the “holy grail” of Diablo 2 for 4 years, is joining. He explains that he is a bit nervous. The streamer is concerned about whether his long-practiced tactics will work or whether some of the bugs and features may have disappeared.
Update 2:30 PM: The stream for the World First Race starts with the pre-show. The moderators talk about their experience with Diablo 2 from 21 years ago.
What’s in the release? With Resurrected, you get access to Diablo 2 as well as the expansion Lord of Destruction. All 7 classes in the game are available to you, and all 5 acts, including the corresponding bosses, are presented in revamped graphics.
All of this takes place within the framework of the World First Race, an event initiated by the WoW guild Method together with Diablo streamer MrLlamaSC. The pre-show starts at 2:00 PM, and the race begins at 5:00 PM. You can watch on the Twitch channel of Method. We have also embedded the stream for you here:
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For newcomers, Diablo 2 should already offer enough. For the main story, you should roughly expect 20 hours, depending on class and play style. Afterward, it’s about grinding and improving your gear.
But even after the release, it is possible that more will follow. Although Diablo 2 has been around for 21 years, the development team has plans to deliver even more content:
With Diablo 2: Resurrected, an absolute ARPG classic has received its remaster. MeinMMO tells you what you need to know when looking at the game for the first time.
We give you general tips for Diablo 2 and the first hours of the game, so you can find your way and avoid possible mistakes. We try to address the most important questions that a beginner in Resurrected might have.
There might also be some tips for advanced players that can help you. However, veterans will likely already know all of this. But you are welcome to share your own tips for newcomers in the comments.
Deeper guides on advanced topics can be found soon on MeinMMO. If you are still deciding whether you should even check out Diablo 2, visit our checklist for the release of Resurrected.
Tips for Getting Started and Act 1: Hardcore, Difficulties, Classes, and Skills
What difficulty levels are there? In Diablo 2, you can play on 3 different difficulty levels. As a beginner, only the normal difficulty is available to you, where a newly created character starts:
Normal – no special features, you are about level 40 after completing the game. You do not lose XP upon death
Nightmare – unlocked after mastering the game on “normal”. You start anew in Act 1, keep your level and equipment, but lose resistances and other attributes. Enemies are tougher and the areas are larger. You lose 5% XP upon death
Hell – unlocked after “Nightmare”. Enemies are even stronger, mostly immune to a certain effect, and you lose more XP when you die. Only in “Hell” can you fight the super bosses
What is Hardcore? When creating a character, you can choose whether to play “Hardcore” or “Softcore”. In Hardcore mode, you receive different titles, but upon death, your character is permanently dead. You cannot play it anymore.
We strongly recommend the Softcore mode for newcomers.
What can the classes do? You can choose from a total of 7 classes in Resurrected, as all classes from the expansion are also playable – even from the start. The classes are:
Amazons: Fight with spear and bow and utilize elemental magic for enhancement.
Assassins: Prefer to fight in close combat with traps, bows, or claws.
Barbarians: Use large axes in close combat and war cries to buff themselves and allies.
Druids: Are equipped with nature magic, can summon animals, and transform.
Paladins: A type of tank that fights with weapon and shield and uses auras for enhancement.
Necromancers: Create living dead as servants and fight with poison and curses.
Sorceresses: Utilize magical powers to defeat enemies with various elements.
Can I reset skills? Yes. In each act, you can reset your abilities once for free or in Hell difficulty by using a special item.
With this knowledge in mind, you should pay attention to how you skill your character, but you can still experiment relatively freely at the beginning. The “correct” builds only become really important from Nightmare or Hell.
The Assassin uses traps when you skill her accordingly.
How many potions can I carry? Unlike in Diablo 3, you still consume your potions in Diablo 2. You initially have 4 slots, each capable of holding a potion of any size.
Once you find a belt, you unlock 4 more slots, but these can only hold one potion each. The first 4 slots are still used for activation, which you control via hotkeys.
Can I also play solo? Yes, Diablo 2 offers both a solo and even an offline mode. Both solo and cooperative play have their advantages:
Solo: You can take your time and do not have to share. Offline, you also do not need premium subscriptions like PS Plus or a general internet connection.
Co-op: You can cover a larger area and benefit from buffs from other players. However, enemies become stronger with each additional adventurer in the group.
You also have mercenaries available – NPCs that accompany you. Remember that you can equip them with new items via the menu to make them stronger. If a mercenary dies, you can resurrect them in town or hire a new one.
Can I play with a controller? Yes. Thanks to the remaster, Diablo 2 also comes to PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch and thus receives controller support. This even works on PC and makes the controls a little easier. If you are still looking, we have some tips for you:
What is the Horadric Cube? With this item, which you receive in Act 2, you can do various things. The cube allows you to upgrade items or unlock super bosses later.
Additionally, you can use it as a temporary storage space, as it can hold more items than it takes up slots in your inventory. A detailed guide to the Horadric Cube will soon be available here on MeinMMO.
What are rune words? You will find special runes early in the game that function like gems and can be socketed. While you can use these runes as they are, you should save them for later.
If you insert the runes in a certain order into an item, you create a “rune word”. This transforms the item into something particularly powerful. We will also explain how rune words work here on MeinMMO soon.
More info on Diablo 2: Resurrected can be found on MeinMMO:
With our tips, you should be well prepared for your first hours in Diablo 2. Because even for newcomers, checking out the game is worthwhile, especially since you won’t mind altered details that might annoy purists. You can dive into one of the most popular ARPGs of all time without any concern:
The FIFA 22 Web App launched on September 22, 2021. The Companion App was added on September 23. Here you can find all information about the release time and download.
Here is the Web App: You can log in via this link (via EA Sports).
When does the FIFA 22 Web App come out? The FIFA 22 Web App is set to launch on September 22, 2021, according to official information from EA Sports. Thus, it launches on the same date as the Early Access to FIFA 22.
When does the FIFA 22 Companion App launch? The Companion App is the mobile version of the Web App that you can download to your smartphone. The FUT 22 version launches one day after the Web App, on September 23, 2021.
Important: You can use the Web App through your mobile browser – even if the Companion App has not launched yet. This way you can bridge the time until the Companion release.
FIFA 22 Companion App also live
Update, 23.09., 19:10: The Companion App can now also be downloaded in the respective stores for iOS and Android. There may be a security code requested – you should generally receive this via email, which can sometimes be slightly delayed.
Initially, the old Companion App was supposed to be updated when you already have it on your smartphone. However, there are cases on iOS where FUT 21 is still being opened. In that case, you can try deleting the app and downloading it anew from the store. The new version is available there. You will recognize it by the “FUT 22” logo.
For some Android users, however, the app does not seem to appear in the store or is still showing the old version. In this case, you can try to update the old version once it is installed.
This is what the new app looks like
Start Time of the FIFA 22 Web App – When does it start?
However, it is still possible that there will be difficulties logging in if the servers get overloaded. As of now, however, access is available.
Update, 20:00: The next full hour has passed, and the familiar screen is still there. No Web App yet. We will keep you updated and provide an update in an hour should the app not go online before.
Update, 19:00 Uhr: 19:00 has come, but the Web App has not. As of now, the website is still displaying the message that the Web App is in preparation. There is no further information at this time.
Update, 17:00 Uhr: Some players seem to have already started the trial version of FIFA 22. Meanwhile, the Web App is still awaited and is still not available. You can find out more about the 10-hour trial in FIFA 22 with EA Play here.
Update, 12:40 Uhr: The Web App is still not accessible. If you want to dive directly into the app at release, you can make a small preparation: You can generate codes in the security settings of your EA account, which you can use as verification for the login.
If there is a large influx at the launch of the Web App, many emails with verification codes will be sent – which can take quite a long time. If you want to log in as early as possible, it may be beneficial to have codes ready in advance. To find the corresponding option, simply follow the link from the tweet below by EA Help:
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Update, 08:20 Uhr: As of now, the Web App is still not available. When you check the corresponding page, you only receive the message that the app is currently disabled and “in preparation.”
We will keep you updated here when new information comes in.
Release time of the Web App: No official release time for the Web App has been known yet.
However, based on the experiences of recent years, it is to be expected that the Web App will be released around 19:00 German time. It is also possible that there might be server issues initially if too many users want to access the app at once.
In the past, you were able to use the app to manage your team
Download and Login of the FIFA 22 Web App
Do I need to download the Web App? No, the FIFA 22 Web App runs through the browser. Therefore, you do not need to download anything. Instead, you simply access the app through your respective browser on your PC or mobile device.
What do I need for the login? To log in, you need an EA account. If you already had the FIFA 21 version of the app, your login credentials are the same as last year’s.
What about the Companion App? The Companion App for iOS and Android, unlike the Web App, requires a download. You will find it in the respective app store starting from September 23. The app is free.
What is the app good for? Through the FIFA 22 Web App and Companion App, you can manage your club in Ultimate Team. In recent years, the apps have offered various functions that you can expect this year as well.
Managing the club and your club items
Tactics and formation adjustments
Completing SBCs
Buying packs
The transfer market is included in the app – so you can sell or acquire players
Completing goals and claiming rewards
Redeeming rewards from Division Rivals, Weekend League, and Squad Battles
Tracking progress in the respective season
With the Web App, you have several options to prepare your club for the start of the season. This will officially commence with the release: You can find all about the FIFA 22 release here.
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After a long wait, the release of New World is finally approaching. According to Amazon’s Christoph Hartmann, the new MMORPG is expected to prove that it has learned from past mistakes in the gaming industry.
Here’s the current status of New World: On Tuesday, September 28, New World is set to be released. Even the preload for the game has already been announced. It looks like players will indeed be able to dive into the world of Aeternum next week.
This ends a long period of waiting, which was marked by numerous delays. Originally, New World was supposed to launch in spring 2020, but the release was repeatedly pushed back.
And as Amazon Games Vice President Christoph Hartmann told GamesIndustry.biz, that was precisely the point. This also applies to Amazon’s previous gaming projects.
New World is expected to show that Amazon can develop games
Here’s how it looked in the past: Amazon had two other projects in development alongside New World, but neither was ever fully realized. Both are no longer relevant:
The first project “Breakaway” was initially viewed as a mix of Overwatch and Rocket League, but was fundamentally reworked after testing phases in 2017. In 2018, it suddenly stopped, and development was halted.
The hero shooter Crucible was canceled in 2020. Prior to that, the game had been reverted to beta after it failed to gain traction on Steam. However, it never emerged from beta.
“You should only release a game when you are ready. For me, it’s probably something we should have known better,” Hartmann reflects. “We launched Crucible at a time when PUBG and Fortnite were super, super popular. It was not the right decision to enter a market segment with such big players that everyone is chasing after.”
Among other things, it also took longer to bring New World to market due to these experiences: “That’s why we had too many delays with New World. We really wanted to ensure we do it right this time.”
New World is expected to impress at launch
In this regard, the team has the advantage of not being as tied to quarters or fiscal years as other developers. “Yes, we need to build a business, but we know that sometimes a month or two makes all the difference for a game,” Hartmann says. “That’s really what matters, because we are making multiplayer service games that need to stay on the market for ten years. So it doesn’t make sense to rush anything.”
With New World, the intention is to “show what Amazon Games is capable of,” Hartmann states. They are now pursuing a philosophy that is aimed at longevity. They do not want to give up or rush projects but to give developers time.
Internally, New World should also prove that the gaming division can deliver: “I believe New World comes out of nowhere for many people because they wrote it off since they thought it would never happen,” Hartmann says. “I see a great enthusiasm for games within the company, a great support – and this is increasing rather than people feeling fed up with it.”
It sounds like New World is set to become the title by which Amazon Games will be measured – rather than projects like Crucible or Breakaway: “Once we land a big hit, which I believe New World will be, we will gain even more support because we will have proven ourselves,” Hartmann concludes.
With 5-star players, the best tricks can be used in FIFA 22. MeinMMO shows you all the 5-star skillers introduced so far in the tableand with which players you can impress the most.
The release of FIFA 22 is just around the corner, the early access has already started. EA has once again revealed numerous player ratings. Now we also know which players can score 5-star special moves in FIFA 22.
What are 5-star skillers? These are players who are particularly good at special tricks. This includes skill moves like flicks, turns, or feints. They can be performed better and faster with these ball artists.
What benefits do 5-star players bring me? Basically, all players can perform any skill move with the right stick. But with the 5-star pros, it’s significantly better: Depending on the star rating and attributes, lower-rated players will perform error-prone and slower versions of some tricks.
The skill rating ranges from 1 to 5 stars, and the more stars a player has, the better they can pull off amazing tricks.
To let you know which players have 5 stars in skills at the launch of FIFA 22, here is an overview.
All players with 5-star rating for special tricks in FIFA 22
These are the players with 5-star skills overview: In the table, you will find the known 5-star tricksters sorted by rating. You will also find their position and the league in which they play.
Name (Rating)
Position/League
Name (Rating)
Position/League
1. Kylian Mbappé (91)
ST/Ligue 1
27. Allan Saint-Maximin (79)
LM/Premier League
2. Neymar (91)
LF/Ligue 1
28. Antony (79)
RF/Eredivisie
3. Christiano Ronaldo (91)
ST/Premier League
29. David Neres (79)
RF/Eredivisie
4. Di Maria (87)
RF/ Ligue 1
30. Xherdan Shaqiri (79)
RF/Ligue 1
5. Jadon Sancho (87)
RM/Premier League
31. Gelson Martins (78)
RM/Ligue 1
6. Paul Pogba (87)
ZM/Premier League
32. Quaresma (77)
RF/Primeira Liga
7. Riyad Mahrez (86)
RF/Premier League
33. Igor Coronado (76)
RF/SPL
8. Thiago (86)
ZM/Premier League
34. Ricardo Centurión (75)
RF/Primera División (Arg.)
9. Marcus Rashford (85)
LM/Premier League
35. Silas (75)
RM/Bundesliga
10. Memphis Depay (85)
MS/Primera División
36. Luciano Acosta (75)
ZOM/MLS
11. Roberto Firmino (85)
MS/Premier League
37. Amine Harit (75)
ZOM/Ligue 1
12. Hakim Ziyech (84)
RF/Premier League
38. Cesinha (75)
ZOM/K League 1
13. Josip Iličić (84)
MS/Serie A
39. Ignacio Piatti (75)
ZOM/Primera División (Arg.)
14. Zlatan Ibrahimović (84)
ST/Serie A
40. Hernâni (75)
RM/Serie A
15. Ousmane Dembélé (83)
RF/Primera División
41. Marcelino Moreno (74)
ZM/MLS
16. Juan Cuadrado (83)
RV/Serie A
42. Alexandru Maxim (74)
ZOM/Süper Lig
17. João Félix (83)
MS/Primera División
43. Rayan Cherki (73)
RF/Ligue 1
18. Wilfried Zaha (82)
LS/Premier League
44. Jorge Carrascal (73)
ZOM/Primera División (Arg.)
19. Jesús Corona (82)
RM/Primeira Liga
45. Modou Barrow (71)
MS/K League 1
20. Martin Ødegaard (82)
ZOM/Premier League
46. Chanathip Songkrasin (71)
MS/J1 League
21. Coutinho (82)
ZOM/Primera División
47. Aiden McGeady (70)
LM/Football League One
22. Nani (81)
LF/MLS
48. Negueba (69)
RM/K League 1
23. Marlos (81)
ZOM/Premjer-Liha (Ukraine)
49. Gary Mackay-Steven (67)
RM/Scottish Premiership
24. Vinícius Jr. (80)
LF/Primera División
50. Talles Magno (67)
LM/MLS
25. Eduardo Salvio (80)
RM/Primera División (Arg.)
51. Ilsinho (67)
RM/MLS
26. Marcelo (80)
LV/Primera División
These are all regular 5-star skillers that have been introduced so far. Icons and other special cards are not included in this list.
Other players with 4 stars are likely to receive special cards in the future that will also give them 5-star skills.
Who are the best tricksters? As in the previous year, there are three players with 5 stars for special moves and over 90 overall rating:
Mbappé – 91
Neymar – 91
Christiano Ronaldo – 91
A player from the Bundesliga is represented
Which player is in? In FIFA 22, a player from the Bundesliga has made the list. Silas Katompa Mvumpa from VfB Stuttgart is the only Bundesliga professional among the 5-star skillers:
Unfortunately, Silas does not have particularly outstanding stats overall. With a pace of 87, he is not slow, and 80 dribbling isn’t catastrophic, but not particularly good either. His other stats are mostly low. Therefore, Silas is at best a suitable card for the start in FUT.
Last year, the selection was better. With Sancho, Thiago, and Harit, three technically strong players from the Bundesliga have moved on.
In Destiny 2, you can expect several hours of maintenance and planned server outages today, September 23, on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, and Google Stadia. The maintenance prepares for the new hotfix 3.3.0.3. MeinMMO provides all the times and information so you can plan your day well.
What you need to know today: As already last Thursday, a new update for Destiny 2 is also being released today. Hotfix 3.3.0.3 will, however, be initiated by unusually long maintenance of 6 hours. This cements that Thursday is the new patch day in Destiny 2. An update is also scheduled for next week.
Update 18:15: You can now log back into Destiny 2 (after loading the update). This is also confirmed by Bungie (via Twitter).
Update 17:15: The hotfix 3.3.0.3 is now being rolled out worldwide on all platforms. The update is 230 MB on PS5.
We will update this post and list everything important during the day, such as patch notes for changes in Season 15, so you stay well-informed Guardians.
Maintenance on 23.09. – All times for server downtime
These are the important times:
At 14:00 German time, maintenance work will start on all platforms
At 14:30, the servers for Destiny 2 and Destiny 1 go offline. By this time, you will be automatically removed from the game
From 19:00, the servers are back online – hotfix 3.3.0.3 is available worldwide
Only after you have downloaded (and copied) the update can you start playing again
At 20:00, the 6-hour maintenance should end as scheduled
Note about the update: Even if you have downloaded the update, you may encounter connection issues until the end of maintenance around 20:00. You may have to expect queues when logging in. Also, be aware that third-party applications and the official companion app may not be functioning properly.
Bungie advises Guardians on PlayStation and Xbox to restart the console if the update is not available at the specified time. However, keep in mind that the specified times can also shift, as Bungie usually provides guideline times.
Today’s game means waiting in line for Guardians.
What changes with hotfix 3.3.0.3 in the Season of the Lost?
This update brings: Bungie remains silent regarding the changes. Only prior to the long server maintenance, the Destiny developer warned on September 16 (via bungie.net).
Unfortunately, there are currently several bugs in Destiny 2 that Bungie is already aware of. Here is a selection:
No Horrors Minimum weapon drops with 0 power in strikes
Numerous master mods can now also be used on master raid and master nightfall weapons – in addition to trials master weapons.
Otherwise, these are mostly small changes.
It is also known that the recently revised (and successful) trials will come into play with some changes starting Friday:
You will no longer see how many opponents are in matchmaking. Therefore, you can no longer deliberately avoid 3-player teams, as the counter is hidden.
In the Trials Labs – an experimental playlist – a new mode is being tested. Here, you need to quickly capture an area that randomly changes its position in each round.
After a resurrection, you will not have new special ammo (green).
To keep you entertained during the server downtime:
Where are the patch notes? Bungie releases official patch notes for every update. Here’s a list of the changes made. Despite the long downtime, there are no major surprises hidden in the update.
What do you think might change in Destiny 2 after the unusually long maintenance? Is Thursday the new patch day for you, or is it the right decision by Bungie so that the weekly reset is not at risk? Let us know in the comments which bugs are currently bothering you.
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A gang of cheeky fraudsters has exploited the gullibility of some Apple fans, convincing them that Apple would give them vast quantities of cryptocurrency if they first deposited some. If only they had played MMORPGs like Runescape beforehand, they might have been more suspicious. You can find out how the whole story unfolded here on MeinMMO.
How did the fraudsters operate? At the launch event for the new iPhone 13, there was a live stream from Apple. This was meticulously replicated by brazen fraudsters, and the scammers managed to lure over 16,000 users to the stream.
An unbelievably good offer was made: Deposit crypto coins and Apple will double your money! But only while supplies last. Sounds like a sure thing, right?
“Double Money” trick known in many MMORPGs since EVE and Runescape
This is how the fraudsters’ trick worked in detail: To ensure that potential victims flocked to the fake stream in such large numbers, the fraudsters went to great lengths. There was even a landing site with Apple in the URL to make it appear truly legitimate. Additionally, the icons and the color scheme clearly matched the image that Apple users had from official Apple pages.
During the stream, it was revealed that Apple would be entering the crypto business and was therefore giving away 1,000 Bitcoins (!) to celebrate the occasion. As a reminder, that would be over 37 million euros at the current exchange rate (as of September 23, 2021)!
All one had to do was transfer their own Bitcoins (or Ethereum) to a specific eWallet. Then they would receive double the deposited amount back. But they should hurry, as hundreds of coins had already been given away!
This is what it looked like on the fake page. (Source: ZScaler)
As it seemed legitimate in the eyes of some viewers, a few gullible fans actually fell for it and donated a total of 1.48299884 Bitcoins to the fraudsters.
However, the ending was of course different, because after the stream ended, there was indeed nothing, and there was obviously no money. The fraudsters had pocketed the Bitcoins and vanished into the ether.
The duped fans had probably never played MMORPGs like Runescape or EVE Online; otherwise, they would have certainly noticed that this deal does not bode well.
How does the scam usually work in MMORPGs? In MMORPGs with open player economies, there are always fraudsters who exploit the greed and gullibility of fellow players. For instance, the “Doubling Money” scheme is well-known from the old-school MMORPG Runescape.
In this, a fraudster parks themselves on the marketplace and offers to double the money given to them beforehand. It’s said to be a glitch or something – all perfectly legitimate! Naive users are then lured in by first giving a small amount as proof.
This scam has been around in Runescape for a long time.
They then indeed receive double the amount back. This can continue once or twice until the victim is completely overwhelmed by greed and donates a very large sum. Then, it usually goes “poof,” and the fraudster disappears along with the money and has logged out.
How can you protect yourself from such malice? Here, common sense is really the only solution, along with the good old saying, “If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is!”
In the given case, despite the elaborately forged website, it should have been somewhat clear that even Apple wouldn’t just hand out 40 million euros for free.
And above all – it’s never a good idea to deposit cryptocurrency into any anonymous accounts without any security.
And in case of doubt: If you play more classic MMORPGs, you are more likely to be warned about such things.
With the launch of the trial version and the web app of FIFA 22, EA has revealed the 20 fastest players. Included are Holtmann, Diaby, and Davies from the Bundesliga. MeinMMO lists all the players for you here.
These are the fastest players: Before the release of FIFA 22 on October 1, more and more player ratings are being revealed.
Now we also know the fastest players. Compared to last year, there was a change at the top: Kylian Mbappé moved up from 2nd to 1st place, displacing Adama Traoré to 2nd place.
With Holtmann (Bochum), Diaby (Bayern), and Davies (Bayern), the Bundesliga is represented three times in total. We show you here the 20 fastest players to look out for when you need speed for your team.
Mbappé has received another upgrade compared to last year.
This is Mbappé: The young striker from Paris Saint Germain has displaced Traoré from the top of the fastest players and has an incredible 97 Pace. This puts him ahead of all other players. Combined with excellent dribbling and shooting stats, he is likely to be one of the best players in FIFA 22. His overall rating increased by 1.
Rank 2: Adama Traoré
This is Traoré: The winger from Wolverhampton has been on the list of the fastest footballers for years. Last year he was still at the top, but despite maintaining his top score of 96, he has now slipped to 2nd place. However, he has lost one point in his overall rating and has been downgraded to 78. Nevertheless, with his pace and dribbling skills, he is still a suitable alternative, especially at the start.
Traoré may have slipped to 2nd place, but he is still incredibly fast.
Rank 3: Alphonso Davies
This is Davies: The left defender from FC Bayern is again in third place this year. Compared to last year, his stats have hardly changed, likely due to many injury breaks last season. Nonetheless, he makes it into the top 3 of the fastest players again.
While he received a minimal bonus for passing compared to before, his defense and physical stats were downgraded by one point each. However, this should not have a significant impact.
Ranks 20-4 of the fastest players in FIFA 22
These are the other players: Behind the top 3, there are still numerous other sprinters who can strengthen your team. Included is Diaby from Bayer Leverkusen in 19th place.
Name
Speed
Overall
Position
Theo Hernández (AC Milan)
93
84
LB
Moussa Diaby (Bayer Leverkusen)
94
81
LW
Chidera Ejuke (CSKA Moscow)
94
74
LM
Sebastián Villa (Boca Juniors)
94
76
RM
Iñaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao)
94
81
ST
Frank Acheampong (Shenzhen FC)
94
77
LW
Rafa (Benfica Lisbon)
94
82
RM
Takeshi Kanamori (Avispa Fukuoka)
94
64
RM
Tom Barkhuizen (Preston North End)
94
71
RM
Rhayner (Sanfrecce Hiroshima)
94
69
RM
Linton Maina (Hannover 96)
94
70
RM
Georges-Kévin Nkoudou (Beşiktaş Istanbul)
94
75
LM
Ismaïla Sarr (Watford)
94
78
RF
Gerrit Holtmann (VfL Bochum)
94
72
LM
Vinícius Jr. (Real Madrid)
95
80
LW
Achraf Hakimi (PSG)
95
85
RB
Daniel James (Leeds)
95
77
RM
The players can help you especially on the flanks and in the attack with their speed. Perhaps you have already been able to try out some of them, as FIFA 22 is currently in early access, where some players can already try out the full version.
