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Diablo 2: Resurrected – What is new? All changes at a glance

Benedict Grothaus 23. September 2021 Reading time 5 minutes

Diablo 2: Resurrected is the remaster of the popular action RPG from 2000. However, the remake will feature numerous changes that go beyond just a prettier look. MeinMMO reveals all known changes.

What are these changes? In Diablo 2: Resurrected, numerous innovations are being implemented. While the gameplay should remain as authentic as possible, some content is simply no longer contemporary.

The most important changes are the new visuals with which Diablo 2 will reappear and the compatibility with all modern systems. Additionally, there will be many revised and even new features.

Most of these are intended to provide gamers with the Diablo 2 feeling without relying on unnecessary complications from the past. We have categorized the changes for overview purposes. Here you can jump directly to the respective points:

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You will also find some of the planned changes that will only be introduced after release, if they do come. If you are still unsure, we have here for you a checklist to check if Diablo 2 is worth it for you.

Update from September 23: We have added new information to the article.

Changes to Gameplay

Even though Diablo 2: Resurrected plays almost exactly like the original Diablo 2, the remaster specialists from Vicarious Visions have introduced some modern conveniences. Those who have played Diablo 3 will likely already know these.

A small but important change is the size and accessibility of the personal stash. In your stash, you can store items, which you can find in the capital city of each act. This is limited to a certain number of slots.

Compared to before, you have significantly more space. Instead of the original 24 slots, you now have a total of 100 slots in the personal stash in Resurrected. Additionally, there are three more tabs shared between all characters on the account – that means 300 more slots.

This change is meant to avoid so-called “mule characters” that players previously used as additional banks.

Another change is that gold is now automatically picked up. This option can be toggled on and off depending on preference.

New gameplay for the Sorceress.

Changes to Graphics

The biggest point of the overhaul of Diablo 2 is the visuals. The outdated graphics from 2000 are given new 3D models in Resurrected along with improved effects for spells and lighting. The characters have also been revamped, with some changing more than others:

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Appropriately, audio effects also receive an update, so movements and skills sound a bit better than before. Even the available color palette has been expanded to give certain items a more prominent color to make them stand out.

Not only the game itself has been graphically enhanced, but also the cutscenes. Every cinematic in the game has been visually overhauled and has improved lighting, while keeping the audio track intact. The cutscenes now remind more of the bombastic scenes familiar from Blizzard:

The revised cinematic from Act One in Diablo 2.

If you prefer the complete old-school feeling, you can switch between the modern remaster visuals and the original graphics from 2000 at will via a menu option. However, it is now known that widescreen support will not be implemented in the game.

Changes to Loot

Apart from the automatic pickup of gold, nothing has changed about loot so far. However, the developers are considering whether to introduce one of the quality features from Diablo 3: personal loot.

Normally in Diablo 2, loot drops for all players in a group, and whoever grabs it first gets it. Previously, the problem was that especially in public games, bot users or unfair players would snatch everything up quickly.

With personal loot, each player receives their own loot, which only they can see. Trading is still possible, but the game generates loot randomly for each player.

If the feature comes, it will only be added post-release. The initial response is quite positive, with many players wishing for this option to be toggleable like the graphics.

Improved Accessibility

In the 21 years since the release of Diablo 2, many gamers have become accustomed to a certain quality standard of newer games, and significantly more people are playing than before.

Diablo 2 Resurrected responds to this with two changes: UI improvements and controller support. The UI will allow customization of certain HUD (“Heads-Up Display”) elements. This affects things like element visibility, item names, the minimap, or item comparisons.

For better visibility, you can display ammunition on skills, adjust the chat text size, and set the transparency of the map. There are also subtitles for the greetings of NPCs and modes for color blindness.

Diablo 2 Resurrected can also be played with a controller, instead of just mouse and keyboard like before. The controller support works on PC and actually solves a major control issue that some fans find annoying. You can find our recommendations for the best controllers:

Other Changes

Another major point and one of the reasons for the remaster is Diablo 2’s compatibility with modern systems. Anyone wishing to play the old ARPG today often has to navigate complicated options or mods for the PC.

Resurrected will be natively available for all computers running Windows 10, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. All modern platforms therefore support the remaster.

Additionally, Blizzard’s platform Battle.net has improved over the years, and connections should run more stable with Diablo 2 Resurrected than before.

If you play on multiple platforms, you can even transfer your progression via cross-progression, provided you play online. However, there will be no crossplay for now, and as it sounds, it looks bleak for the future.

One of the rather poor changes, however, is the absence of lobbies on the console version of Diablo 2 Resurrected. The lobby is an important feature in Diablo 2 that allows you to find and join games started by other players.

With the lobby, it is particularly easy to find farm or level runs and play with strangers. Players on PlayStation and Xbox will have to rely on their friend lists, as the lobby function will not come to consoles in this manner.

However, the development team is already considering whether new features or even new content should come to the game. Diablo 2 is actually finished, but some new content is not entirely out of the question.

How is Resurrected being received so far? The overall sentiment of the fans regarding most changes is, by the way, largely positive. Many see the new or altered features as not significantly impacting the core gameplay of Diablo 2, but rather as good or even necessary improvements.

Some purists criticize, however, that features like personal loot have no place in Diablo 2. If these come as an optional feature, though, few should have anything to complain about.

Either way, a look into Diablo 2 Resurrected is certainly worthwhile for anyone interested in hack ‘n’ slash and action RPGs – even if they may not experience the nostalgia factor, but start anew:

Playing Diablo 2 for the first time in 21 years – Why is it so fascinating?

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Stop, WoW! The changes make the game worse

Cortyn 23. September 2021 Reading time 5 minutes

The recent changes to World of Warcraft make the game worse. At least that’s what lore demon Cortyn thinks, explaining what’s so bad.

World of Warcraft is cracking down hard – at least when it comes to changes in the game world and the depiction of various women. A few icons are also being changed and ambiguous items are being renamed. But there is more and more criticism against these changes.

Where most agreed that predatory developers should not be immortalized in the game, many – men and women alike – are now speaking out against the latest changes. It seems that World of Warcraft is banishing any form of sexuality.

Anyone who knows me and my contributions a little knows that I generally have a positive attitude towards changes in the game. For example, I thought the implementation of dark skin tones for humans and elves was great. I appreciated that Blizzard gradually introduced examples of characters engaged in non-heterosexual relationships and I also thought the implementation of a transgender character like Pelagos was fantastic.

These were all controversial innovations that I liked. They didn’t make the game world smaller, but highlighted more diversity and were fundamentally an enrichment.

But with the latest changes in Patch 9.1.5, I can only shake my head.

Okay, I liked the icon change of the Pink Love Rocket. The icon now looks more like the actual mount – I thought that was appropriate. But with pretty much everything else mentioned in recent days, I lack understanding.

From Concubines to Loyalists

What particularly annoys me is the adjustment of the “Twin Concubines” in the Throne of Thunder. They will now be called “Twin Empyreans” and their story has been completely changed. Previously, they were the “greatest treasures” of the Thunder King and as the only female Mogu were something very special. Their name “Concubines,” along with their rather revealing clothing, quickly made it clear to anyone what kind of “treasures” they were. They certainly wouldn’t have worked as Lei Shen’s financial advisors.

In the new text, they are simply described as “especially loyal loyalists” who represent the last line of defense. Why they walk around in bikinis? Unimportant details.

I hate the “Where will this end?” questioning, but it simply cannot be avoided with this topic.

Because if Blizzard is already changing such supposed little things as Lei Shen’s concubines because they don’t fit in the game, they will have to change a whole lot. Two examples come to mind:

Taretha Foxton, the girl who served as an emotional anchor for Thrall during his captivity in Durnholde. The young woman was kept and abused by Lord Blackmoore as a mistress – when she was still very young, before she was later killed.
Alexstrasza the Lifebinder was literally forced to lay eggs repeatedly during the times of Warcraft II as a breeding machine, so that the pups could serve as mounts for the Orcs.

These are just two of many extremely dark incidents in Warcraft history that are directly related to sexual violence against women.

And I liked them. They gave the world of Warcraft a very dark touch, in places where it fit. They helped not only to define the villains (like Lei Shen, Blackmoore or the Orcs of the Dragonmaw clan) more accurately, but also, in turn, made the female characters stronger.

I always found it extremely admirable that Alexstrasza, despite all of this, continues to love life and the mortal races as a whole and – unlike many other female characters – she hasn’t just gone mad. She remains the epitome of motherhood, a protector of life. Sure, somewhere also a cliché role for women, but still a pretty solid one.

Villains Lose a Part of Their Identity

What bothers me even more is that these changes take a dimension away from the villains. I remember that I found it pretty cool and also somehow “cold” that you had to extinguish the life lights of Lei Shen’s two wives before facing him. That was just another dimension of Lei Shen that made him unsympathetic as a villain for me – and that was good. Villainous characters do villainous things and you want to stop them for that reason. Classic, but fitting.

I can absolutely understand that you don’t want to glorify when women are treated badly or represented in an exploitative-sexualized context. But when “the bad guys” in WoW do that – and Lei Shen was certainly quite a dictator – then I found that consistent and fitting.

Lastly, I want to return to the two images because I had to think about it longer than my time preferred. That the image of the reclining woman was altered – okay. I can live with that, because at least I can piece together that the reference to a harem with the woman as “property” does not belong in different places in Warcraft. After all, the image is displayed in several places and not just in the evil boss’s private office.

Sexism and Sexuality – Does Blizzard Know the Difference?

However, I find it difficult to understand that the lady in the picture with the deep neckline was changed. Either Blizzard does not know the difference (or consciously ignores it) between sexism and a sexy appearance or the voluntary and self-determined expression of sexuality. For me, that image always looked like it depicted some high noble lady who just wanted to present herself without being exploited or reduced in any way.

Sexuality has always been a part of Warcraft, to some extent. Whether it’s the flirt lines of various characters or somewhat suggestive jokes that units have made since Warcraft III. A relaxed, humorous Umgang with the topic has always been a part of Warcraft, just like flirting and more revealing clothing in our society is completely normal.

It’s time for Blizzard to explain why some of the content was changed. Because there could be good reasons. Perhaps there were truly a multitude of complaints from certain cultural circles. Or all the content that is now being changed originates from developers who are deeply entangled in the sexism scandal.

If no explanation comes in the next few weeks, that’s difficult. Because gradually eliminating sexuality and any form of nudity – and thus also self-chosen nudity – from the game makes the game subjectively worse.

After Blizzard had already established under criticism that there is space in the game for all sexualities and genders, they are now everywhere cutting, so that the expression or even just the hint of sexuality is evidently completely undesirable. That is nothing less than ridiculous.

But if you’re already at it, Blizzard, then please keep in mind that you have a quest in the German client that is called “Good to Bird.” It would be a shame if someone found it funny and actually enjoyed it.

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Diablo 2: Resurrected – Which class to start? Ask the Wheel of Fortune

Patrick Freese 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

We want to know which class you will start with at the release of Diablo 2: Resurrected. If you are still unsure, you can spin the Wheel of Fate and let it determine a class for you.

What’s happening with Diablo 2: Resurrected? Today, on September 23, Diablo 2: Resurrected celebrates its release. Right from the start, you can choose from 7 classes with which you want to start your adventure.

We want to find out with this article which class you want to start the adventure with. And if you are still unsure, we offer you a kind of lucky wheel to let ~~chance~~ fate decide which class you will begin with.

By the way, we are accompanying the release with our live ticker for the launch of Diablo 2: Resurrected.

All classes in Diablo 2: Resurrected – Which one do you play?

What classes are there and what can they do? Right from the start, you can choose to play one of the following classes: Amazon, Assassin, Necromancer, Barbarian, Paladin, Sorceress, or Druid.

The Amazon masters spear throwing and bow skills, excelling in combat with superhuman agility. Her magical talents further enhance her combat abilities.
As an Assassin, you are an expert in martial arts. For your vicious fights, you use deadly traps and shadow disciplines.
As a Necromancer, you have power over life and death. Armies of skeletons and golems fight by your side. You attack with deadly poisons, curses, and bone spells.
Barbarians are distinguished by their great muscles and weapons skills. In close combat, Barbarians use devastating attacks, enhanced by war cries. You can use the cries to strengthen your allies or to weaken enemies.
As a Paladin, you fight with shield and weapon. Auras are an important ability of this class. Additionally, protective spells come in handy when fighting against demons.
The Sorceress harnesses the power of the elements fire, ice, and lightning to unleash powerful spells.
Druids can transform into deadly werewolves and werebears. Animals trust them, so they fight alongside you, and you can command them when playing as a Druid. You also control powers from earth, fire, wind, and ice.

Vote here: In the following survey, you have one vote to show which class you want to play at the start of Diablo 2: Resurrected. If you are still unsure, scroll a bit further down to the wheel of fate.

Still unsure? Ask the Wheel of Fate

Help with the decision: If you don’t care which class you play, or you want “confirmation” from outside, just spin our Wheel of Fate. The class that the wheel stops on will be your class of choice (or you can keep spinning until the class you wanted appears …).

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We have integrated the wheel here in the article. You can spin it by clicking or tapping on it. Afterwards, you can enter your vote above in the survey.

Which class will you choose at the start of Diablo 2: Resurrected and for what reason? Share your opinion with us here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange thoughts with the community. Perhaps you will provide others with further guidance in their decision.

Even more help can be provided by our quiz: Which class from Diablo 2: Resurrected fits you best?

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Diablo 2 just before release: Why should you play it? The short check

Benedict Grothaus 23. September 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

Today, on September 23, 2021, Diablo 2: Resurrected is being released. The remaster of the beloved ARPG classic has already generated a lot of excitement and some discussions beforehand. MeinMMO takes a final look at why you should consider checking out this 21-year-old game.

What is Diablo 2 Resurrected? With Resurrected, Diablo 2 from 2000 receives a remaster. The developer team from Vicarious Visions specializes in such projects and has now taken on Blizzard’s ARPG.

The remaster comes with modern graphics and fully reworked cinematics. However, in terms of content, it is identical to the classic from 21 years ago – or more precisely, 20 years ago. Because the Lord of Destruction expansion is also included. This means you have access to all 7 classes from back then.

When is the remaster being released? On Thursday, September 23, the servers will open at 5:00 PM German time. Resurrected can then be played on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Also a new feature, as the ARPG was not available on consoles before.

We are accompanying the release with our live ticker for the launch of Diablo 2: Resurrected.

Checklist – Should I play Diablo?

For a quick overview, we have included a short checklist for you. We have prepared 10 statements for you, and if you answer at least 7 of them with “yes”, you can confidently grab the remaster of Diablo 2. More detailed information about Resurrected can be found further down in the text.

I played Diablo 2 before and liked it.
Path of Exile is exactly my game or maybe a bit too complex.
The story of Diablo 3 interests me and I want to know what happened before.
I enjoy games with a dark atmosphere.
I like looting and leveling.
Action RPGs/Hack’n’Slash are among my favorite games.
I enjoy different classes in games that differentiate from one another.
Challenges motivate me to improve.
Older graphics and retro games do not deter me or I even really like them.
Diablo 3 is too easy for me.

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Old Game, New Features – What’s Inside?

Why should I check out Diablo 2? Diablo 2 is considered one of the best, if not the best Hack’n’Slash and a milestone of the genre. The remaster aims to capture the spirit of the game and modernize it so that it runs smoothly on all common platforms.

The series and especially Diablo 2 are known for their dark, oppressive atmosphere and gloomy story, as well as the relatively difficult entry with few tutorials. A look at the game is worth it if you don’t want to be constantly guided like in modern games.

A good comparison here is Path of Exile. If you enjoy the more modern ARPG – or if it feels a bit too complex – you should take a look at Diablo 2. It was considered a model for Path of Exile.

If you enjoy looting and leveling, you should definitely play Diablo 2 for the replayability alone. You can invest hundreds of hours here to get that one item that improves you. A hardcore fan even fished for the ‘holy grail’ for 4 years.

With the overhaul, Diablo 2 feels significantly more modern. Although it doesn’t quite reach the graphics of Diablo 3 or newer games, it is still visually much more appealing than the original version. This makes the entry a bit easier.

The new cinematic for Act 1. Meanwhile, the cinematics of all acts have been found by data miners.

By the way: The controls are also new. You can play Resurrected on all platforms with a controller, which solves an annoying problem. This provides a new gaming experience, although it is considered controversial among purists.

Veterans can also transfer their offline saves from earlier and take a look at their beloved characters in a new light. Nostalgia can also serve as a driving force here. There will not be crossplay at first, but you can transfer online characters through cross-progression on different platforms.

Read more about the remaster in our hub:

Diablo 2: Resurrected as a remaster – Everything you need to know about the release

Also for Newbies – But not if you’re looking for something “new”

Is it worth it to play Diablo 2 if I’m not familiar with it? Definitely. Especially for newcomers, a look might even be more suitable than for veterans. Because some of the new details do not disturb your nostalgic view of the game.

Small things like the automatic pickup of gold can feel “unfamiliar” or disturbing. Resurrected has made numerous changes to Diablo 2, some of which can be turned off – such as graphics or the mentioned gold pickup.

Nevertheless, hardcore fans and purists might be disturbed by small changes. Newcomers, however, will not know any different and can dive into Resurrected without prejudice.

When should you not play it? Despite the revamped graphics, Diablo 2 shows its age. It is not a newly created game, but is still based on the foundation from the year 2000. If you are into absolutely top-notch graphics, you should think twice about wanting to play.

If you expect a completely new Diablo with Resurrected, you will also be disappointed. It is nothing more and nothing less than the remaster of a 21-year-old game. The developers have made it clear that Resurrected is not a remake. MeinMMO editor Gerd Schuhmann, as a veteran, is also not convinced by the remake:

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Diablo 2 is not a “new iteration” of the series. Therefore, do not expect absolutely new features or more content than what has been known for years. However, there are some promises for the future.

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War MMO on Steam receives huge update and battles with up to 3000 players

Tarek Zehrer 23. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

With an update, the Steam MMO Foxhole is being significantly expanded. This includes a map expansion and much larger battles. MeinMMO introduces you to the military game.

What is Foxhole? The war MMO places you as a soldier in a fictional, persistent game world. In this world, a war rages inspired by World War II. You decide which side you want to be on and participate in large battles. You are a soldier in a huge army.

The game is played from an isometric perspective. You control your hero from above, giving you the necessary overview to keep an eye on your surroundings. As a soldier, you have considerable freedom in how you approach the game world.
In Foxhole, you join one of two factions and fight against the other opposing army. It’s not just about shooting your way through, but also involves tactics and resources.
You can create bases, ammunition, and important materials yourself. Players can act as medics to heal their teammates or transport their team across the map as drivers.

The latest update brings some extensive changes that significantly shake up the game. We give you an overview.

Persistent Game World – now with up to 3000 players

What does this mean? In Foxhole, you act as a soldier from an army in a persistent world, not controlling multiple units of soldiers or vehicles like in RTS games.

Persistent means that the game world exists as long as the war continues and changes over time. Your character remains in this world – even if you log out.

Even at the release in 2017, there were up to 500 simultaneous players on one map, making for a considerable player count and battles. However, the latest update has now sextupled this number and expanded the map by 60%.

The game world now provides enough space for such a huge number of players. Here you can watch the developers’ video where they introduce the new update:

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Foxhole receives positive reception on Steam

How is the war MMO rated? The reviews on Steam are quite good. Since its release in 2017, around 16,000 reviews have been received, of which 82% are positive. In the last 30 days, there have been around 700 reviews, which even achieve 87% positive. (via steampowered.com)

The dense atmosphere of the game is particularly praised. The importance of teamwork is also highlighted, and the intensity of the mass battles resonates positively with many players.

It is noted that you cannot just shoot your way through every battle blindly, but must apply tactics and pay attention to resources.

However, it seems that Foxhole has a problem with the reporting function, as many players report that their accounts have been banned after clans have reported them en masse. The function appears to be abused to get rid of opposing players.

Some players also criticize having issues with cheaters. How significant this problem really is cannot be determined from the reviews.

On which platforms can you buy Foxhole? The game has only been released on PC for Steam so far. (via steampowered.com) It is not known if a release for other consoles is planned.

Currently, the game is available at a lower price. With a 30% discount, you can buy Foxhole for €13.99 instead of €19.99.

What do you think of Foxhole? Have you played the MMO yourself? Or is this kind of game not for you? Let us know your opinion in the comments below.

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Fortnite is tweaking the XP – Players are outraged by unreasonable quest system

Christos Tsogos 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Chapter 2 Season 8 has been out for almost 2 weeks now, and players in Fortnite are already complaining about the rationed experience points. We at MeinMMO show you what the community has to say about the current XP situation and what should change the most.

What has changed? Fortnite reintroduced the so-called “stamplists” with Chapter 2 Season 8. These stamplists can now be selected and tracked in a separate quest tab. If you have completed all the stamplists of the selected NPCs, you are left empty-handed and cannot receive any further XP in this form.

So far, Epic Games has not renewed the stamplists, leaving many Fortnite players forced to either farm in the Battle Royale mode or enter Creative mode.

Intentional Slowing of XP – Players are Frustrated

On reddit, players are expressing their dissatisfaction. Many are fed up with Epic Games deliberately cutting the XP or imposing certain conditions.

Through the weekly reset, many players expected new stamplists, but they were only greeted with a single additional NPC-stamplist and a weekly punchcard. The punchcard only contained, just like last week, three tasks. One of them was a friendship task, which is not so easy to complete as a solo player.

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This is not the only post of this kind. Many have arisen over the course of the week. The players in Fortnite are reminiscing about past seasons when there were XP coins or when they tracked a secret quest.

Such secret quests, like the “Dwarves vs Bears” quest, gave Fortnite a certain depth. Every week, players eagerly awaited what twist these mini-stories would take. Additionally, players received XP for every clue they pursued.

Have other XP sources been slowed down? The so-called “Imposter” mode was the new hub for XP. Many players hung out in this mode over the week, aiming to farm XP. But, of course, they also enjoyed tricking their friends for fun.

Unfortunately, Epic Games noticed this and quickly halved the XP gained after each completed match. This was proof to the community that Epic is trying to slow down players in this case.

The goal of every player is to reach level 200 in the Battle Pass to unlock additional skin styles. By intervening in the Imposter mode, Epic Games exacerbated the XP problem and ensured that players could not quickly reach the maximum level.

What do players demand? Many suggestions have been made on reddit. Among them are some proposals that may resonate with you:

Still receive tasks with XP after the stamplists
No friendship quests
Fish at fishing spots
Destroy as many stones as possible
Blow up buildings
Consume consumables

Has Epic commented on this? Epic Games mentioned on Twitter that they will positively change the XP system in Battle Royale, and that already in the next update. What we can expect remains to be seen, but the date of the next update is already set. This would be September 28, 2021. Perhaps we can expect several innovations regarding skins or even the map.

What do you think about Epic intentionally trying to cut XP gain? Are you affected by this? Let us know in the comments!

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Finally farming old T-Sets! You can soon solo Antorus in WoW – at least almost

Cortyn 23. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

Farming transmog sets will soon be easier in World of Warcraft. Blizzard is nerfing the old raids so that you can also tackle them solo.

The most beautiful sets in World of Warcraft are among the numerous T-sets that come from now outdated content. Especially in Legion, there were some great sets, but obtaining them can be difficult – especially alone. With Patch 9.1.5, Blizzard aims to improve this and makes many mechanics possible to handle solo.

What is the problem? Raids like “The Nighthold” or “Antorus, the Burning Throne” contain some of the most beautiful sets ever seen in World of Warcraft. Particularly at the highest difficulty level, Mythic, these sets are truly eye-catching.

However, even though WoW is already two expansions into the future, many of the old fights are still hardly or not at all manageable solo – or only for certain classes. Blizzard is now diligently addressing this and removing some mechanics when you venture into the raids alone.

What will change? With Patch 9.1.5, Blizzard is making significant tuning changes to the old raid “Antorus, the Burning Throne.” A total of 3 bosses are heavily nerfed when you venture into the old raid alone.

Imonar the Soulhunter: Imonar will no longer use sleep canisters when the player is solo and has a pet. This allows pet classes (Warlocks, Hunters, Death Knights) to fully utilize their specialization without being put to sleep until death.
The Circle of Shivarra: When fighting the Shivarra alone, they no longer protect themselves with a shield that reduces damage by 99% as long as the two active Shivarra are too close together.
Aggramar: Aggramar’s knockback has been significantly reduced. Instead of tossing players to their certain death, solo players are now only knocked back about 15 meters and should be able to survive the fight unscathed – at least if they deal enough damage quickly enough to skip the other mechanics.

Adjustments have also been made in other raids. It has been discovered that the fight against Gul’dan on Mythic difficulty is somewhat easier. The “Shadowy Gaze” of the harmful shadow demons no longer stuns players when they face Gul’dan alone. Previously, this could mean endless stuns from which one could not escape.

What problems still remain? A few problems persist, especially in Antorus. The fight for the essence of Eonar is still extremely difficult on Mythic difficulty and is nearly impossible to handle solo as a non-mobile class. Adjustments are still necessary here to ensure that the entire raid can truly be completed solo.

However, the PTR is not yet complete. It is still possible that Blizzard will also make some tuning adjustments to bosses like the essence of Eonar so that this fight can also be managed solo by all classes.

When will Patch 9.1.5 be released? A specific release date for the WoW update has not yet been announced. Realistic estimates suggest a release around mid-October, provided no major issues arise before then. As soon as there is a definitive date, we will of course report on it.

What do you think of the changes? Is it good that Antorus can soon be farmed solo? Or should it have remained a group task?

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A big PS5 drop is happening at Saturn

Tarek Zehrer 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Recently, it is possible to get PS5 consoles and bundles at Saturn. The consoles are currently available, but you should hurry as always.

Where can I buy a PS5? Since this morning, PS5 consoles are available again at Saturn and Media Markt. The drop has been running since 10 AM and apparently consoles are still available.

How can I get a PS5? For Media-Saturn the same applies as for Amazon: Create an account and add the linked bundles to your wishlist. From there, you have a good overview of when which product is available and can also add them to your cart from there.

This is definitely more convenient than updating the individual product pages. If you have consoles in your wishlists, you should update them regularly and see if you can order one. Then add it directly to your cart.

PS5 Drop at Saturn and Media Markt

Where are the consoles available? The PS5 bundles seem to be currently being released. Regularly update the wishlists on both sites. You can find the consoles under these links to the bundles at Media Markt:

PS5 Disc Edition
PS5 + Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut
PS5 + Marvel’s Spider-Man Miles Morales
PS5 + Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
PS5 + DualSense Controller

PS5 Digital Edition
PS5 Digital + Pulse3D Headset
PS5 Digital + Media Remote

Here are the links to the bundles at Saturn:

PS5 Disc Edition
PS5 Digital Edition
PS5 + Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut
PS5 + Ratchet & Clank – Rift Apart (official bundle)
PS5 + Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

How many consoles will there be? This is currently unknown. It is only certain that the bundles will be offered for sale gradually, so keep checking back with the retailers. You may also have luck again in a few hours.

Also, Spielegrotte seems to be participating in the drop and is offering PS5 consoles via their website: spielegrotte.de

What offers are available there? There is a bundle consisting of PS5 Disc Edition, 3-month PS Plus subscription, and the game Spider-Man: Miles Morales for 609.99 Euros.

What about Amazon? There are no news on this yet. However, a drop may also follow at the online retailer in the coming days.

We will keep you updated as always in our PS5 ticker.

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LoL: Jungler lost cheerfully smiling absolute death group for Worlds 2021 out

Schuhmann 23. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

In League of Legends, the groups for the LoL Worlds 2021 are set. The jungler of G2 Esports, Jankos, has drawn the lots: Group A is a death group with the 2 probably best teams in the world. Whoever comes in will be packing their bags.

This is how the LoL Worlds work: There are 4 groups of 4 teams each. They play against each other twice in “Best-of-One-Matches”. Only the two best teams from a group advance to the quarterfinals.

Three teams from each group are already set, the 4th place in each group will be occupied by teams from the preliminaries, the Play-Ins: Teams from the USA, China, and Korea that ended up in the Play-Ins frequently make it through.

Even later in the main group stage, it’s usually the case that teams from South Korea and China are stronger than teams from the USA and Europe. Therefore, these teams want as few “Asians” in their group as possible.

This is the group of death: In Group A of the LoL Worlds 2021 play:

FunPlus Phoenix – the world champions from 2019 with superstar Doinb, jungler Tian, and an incredibly strong roster
DAMWON Gaming – the world champions 2020 with midlaner Showmaker, jungler and Worlds 2020 MVP Canyon, and great additional players
The poor Europeans from Rogue
a “Play-In” team

The two favorites for the championship play against each other in group A

What makes the group so deadly? Damwon Gaming (South Korea) and FunPlus Phoenix (China) are currently the two best LoL teams in the world. According to bookmakers, they are the two teams with the highest chances of winning the championship. It’s not really close. Except for them, only “Edward Gaming” has quite good odds.

Both teams are excellently staffed in all positions: In rankings of the “best LoL players in the world”, the players from both teams consistently appear in various orders. Especially Doinb, Showmaker, Canyon, and Tian are regarded as exceptional players. The supporters of the teams, Crisp and Beryl, also set standards.

Interestingly, top-laner Nuguri played for DAMWON Gaming in 2020 and became world champion with them, but in 2021 he switched to FunPlus Phoenix.

The jungler Jankos, who drew the groups, also had some emotions when he reached into the draw pot.

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How do the other groups look?

Group B is:

Edward Gaming – a very strong team from China
100 Thieves – the surprise champion from the USA
T1 – the Koreans around Faker, who finally wants to win his 4th World Championship title

Here, the US champion is likely to face elimination right at the start.

Group C consists of:

PSG Talon – an underdog organization from Hong Kong, partnered with Paris Saint Germain
Fnatic – the “biggest team” in Europe had a resurrection in 2021 around a young French rookie
Royal Never Give Up – the team that has been the “Uzi” show for years

Thus, Fnatic got a “relatively easy” group. PSG Talon is the only one in the main draw from a “not so big region”; the other teams have to go through the Play-Ins.

Group D consists of:

MAD Lions – the relatively young European champion
Gen G – an experienced Korean team known for its rivalry with T1
Team Liquid – the US team must hope that MAD Lions or Gen G have a really weak day

This looks like manageable tasks for the MAD Lions.

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How difficult the groups will be depends heavily on which “strong teams” from the Play-Ins are drawn into which group: Hamwha Life Esports (the Church of Chovy) and LNG Esports from China could mean an early exit for teams from Europe and the USA. Even if they are not quite as strong as the top 3: FunPlus Phoenix, DAMWON Gaming, and Edward Gaming.

The US team Cloud 9 with star player Perkz also has to qualify in the Play-Ins.

Jankos and G2, on the other hand, have very different concerns:

LoL: Permanent champion allegedly sells half of the team and German coach – with price tag

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Oops! Pokémon GO seems to have accidentally released new Shinys

Patrick Freese 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO there are now four new Crypto Shinys, as proven by screenshots from the community. However, Niantic has made no announcements regarding this. Were the Shinys accidentally released and are they going away soon?

This was found: Over the last few days, screenshots of new Crypto Shinys have been circulating in the Pokémon GO community. This is exciting because Niantic has not announced any changes in this area, and normally, new Crypto Shinys are definitely a reason for an announcement.

We will show you what is currently known about the new shiny versions of Crypto Pokémon.

Shiny Crypto-Snubbull, Shiny Crypto-Quiekel, Shiny Crypto-Pionskora and Shiny Crypto-Fiffyen

These are the new Shinys: Apparently, there are four new Crypto Shinys

Snubbull
Quiekel
Pionskora
(Fiffyen)

Three of these Pokémon have already been confirmed with screenshots. The evidence for Fiffyen is still open – although there are screenshots, they come from spoofers and have not been shared in the community by TheSilphRoad for this reason (via reddit.com).

Pokémon-GO-Crypto-Shiny-Quiekel-Snubbull-Pionskora — Source: Pionskora on reddit, Snubbull on reddit, Quiekel on reddit

Where can you catch the new Shinys? This is currently possible with the Rocket Grunts. So you may be lucky and encounter a Grunt that allows you to catch one of these mentioned Shinys afterwards. Normally, Crypto Shinys are available from Rocket bosses Cliff, Arlo and Sierra and not from the Grunts.

How the community is discussing: Trainers find it strange to suddenly encounter new Crypto Shinys. Without an announcement from Niantic, it seems like an accident. Also, the fact that Grunts are once again out there with Shinys feels odd to the community. People believe that this is an unintended release and that the Shinys may have been introduced to the game too early.

On reddit, Lambsauce914 summarizes, “[…] people speculate that they might soon belong to the Rocket bosses or Jessie and James. Because in the past, when a Crypto Pokémon was available from a Grunt as Shiny, it was very likely to be included in the next lineup of Rocket bosses.”

Have you already found one of the new Crypto Shinys in the game? What do you think is the reason they are already here and which one do you like the most visually? Feel free to write us your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with the community.

Perhaps the new Crypto Shinys are also related to the return of Jessie and James. The villains will be visiting you again in October.

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New World offers 5 servers in German – Which one do you want to play on?

Jürgen Horn 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

At launch, Amazon’s new MMORPG New World will offer you 5 servers where German is primarily spoken. We at MeinMMO would like to know: Will you play on a German server, and if so, which one?

How do the servers of New World work? New World relies on classic servers, which you need to choose before character creation. Unlike in The Elder Scrolls Online, you do not have one large megaserver for everyone, but regional realms, each with a limited number of players.

In total, 63 servers are planned for Europe, 5 of them in German. More servers specifically for German players were a major request from the community that Amazon has finally fulfilled.

How many players will be on each server? The number of players per server is limited to 1,000. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the availability of spots when choosing your server and to check with your friends.

What are the German servers?

These servers are in German: Of the 63 European servers, five are specifically reserved for fans of the German language. The German servers are:

Albraca
Elysium
Ganzir
Silpium
Utgard

The majority of communication here should take place in German, and therefore attract players primarily from German-speaking regions such as Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.

Can you choose the servers freely? As long as the servers are not full, you can choose them freely. It is even possible to select servers from other regions, although this is not recommended. The high distance to data centers could result in unpleasant lags and high ping.

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Which server will you play on? To help you estimate which German servers will be particularly popular or offer more space for new players, we have prepared a survey for you. We want to know which of the 5 servers you will be playing on, or if you will decide on the spot or even play on a server in another language or region.

So let us know: Do you already know which server you will start on? Which one will it be? Will you follow your friends, or are you perhaps already part of a guild? Let us know in the comments.

Once you have found your desired server, it’s time to level up. And you’ll find out how to do that best here: New World Level Guide: This is how you reach level 20 the fastest

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Apple takes revenge on Epic CEO for jabs, puts Fortnite on the blacklist – No iOS

Schuhmann 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

The online shooter Fortnite wants to return to devices running Apple systems – iOS and Mac – after a court dispute. Apple had actually assured this, but now Apple is being obstinate. They refuse to let Fortnite back into Apple’s ecosystem, such as the App Store. As a reason, they cite comments from Epic CEO Tim Sweeney and “hypocritical behavior”. The Epic CEO is sulking and finds it unfair to be punished like this.

This is the backstory:

Epic rebelled against Apple a year ago: They violated the rules in the App Store and introduced their own payment option – even with nice discounts. This is strictly forbidden.
As a result, Fortnite was removed from iOS and Epic filed a lawsuit. They accused Apple of abusing its monopoly and taking 30% of the revenue. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney repeatedly poked at Apple; with a big ad spot in Fortnite, they accused Apple of becoming the faceless corporation they once fought against.
Epic has since lost the lawsuit. Epic backed down and promised to comply with Apple’s rules. Apple had actually assured that they would bring Fortnite back if they “follow the rules that apply to everyone.” After all, the business relationship between Epic and Apple had long been profitable.
But Apple is now being obstinate. Apparently, they are taking Epic CEO Tim Sweeney’s jabs personally and are retaliating.

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Apple denies Fortnite entry to the App Store due to statements from “Mr. Sweeney”

This is what Apple says about Fortnite: The head of Epic Games, Tim Sweeney, has published an email from Apple. There, they deny Epic a possible return to Apple’s “ecosystem” until all legal avenues are exhausted (via twitter).

It says:

The court had ruled that Apple was right to ban Epic from the platform
Comments from “Mr. Sweeney” and the “hypocritical behavior” of Epic Games also argue against reinstatement
Therefore, Epic’s account will not be reinstated
Apple will not consider any further submissions until the court ruling is final

This is Sweeney’s reaction: The Epic CEO is fuming on Twitter. He says: Fortnite has complied with the rules. They sent $6 million as ordered. And they promised to adhere to the guidelines when releasing a product for an Apple platform.

Whether Fortnite will be submitted by Epic for iOS again depends on whether Apple allows other payment systems to be used equally alongside its own.

But Apple has now “blacklisted” Fortnite. It may take up to 5 years for the ruling to go through all instances.

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Sweeney believes Apple’s actions are “revenge”.

Apple has lied, they have always said that they would take Fortnite back as soon as they comply with the rules. Most recently, Apple repeated this statement on September 10. But now Apple would again exploit its monopoly position. Nothing has changed in the situation compared to September 10.

In the meantime, Epic Games has only made a few statements.

Apple would blacklist a company just for making a statement. Where would that lead, Sweeney asks. Would Apple next ban Spotify or the New York Times?

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World of Warcraft revives old content, brings back 9 dungeons

Cortyn 23. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Bold 9 dungeons are returning in World of Warcraft and will soon offer solid rewards again – at least for a short time.

With Patch 9.1.5, Blizzard is trying to revive many old contents again. In the latest version of the upcoming patch found on the PTR, changes have been discovered indicating that a total of 9 dungeons will soon regain relevance – at least during the respective timewalking event.

What is timewalking? Timewalking is a special event that takes place in World of Warcraft every few weeks. Each time, a different expansion is in focus. During timewalking, old dungeons of the respective addon (like Burning Crusade, Wrath of the Lich King, Mists of Pandaria) can be visited at max level and yield acceptable loot. Characters are scaled down a bit, so that the dungeons still present a solid challenge even at max level.

Which dungeons are coming back? In the latest version of Patch 9.1.5, the list of available timewalking dungeons has been drastically expanded. In addition to the already returning dungeons from Legion, there are 9 more dungeons spread over 5 expansions that you can soon dive into when the respective timewalking is active. The returning dungeons are:

The Burning Crusade
- Underbog
- The Botanica
- The Blood Furnace
Wrath of the Lich King
- Utgarde Keep
- Azjol-Nerub
- The Forge of Souls
Cataclysm
- Blackrock Caverns
Warlords of Draenor
- Grimrail Depot
Mists of Pandaria
- Scholomance

What does this mean in the long run? There has been speculation for a while now that Blizzard aims to significantly expand the timewalking feature at least with the next expansion. A first clue is the implementation of “Mythic+” dungeons into timewalking, as is the case in Patch 9.1.5 for some Legion dungeons. Thus, the endgame will also be stirred up for players who usually only hang out in the hardest dungeons. More variety for everyone.

Timewalking in Legion also brings back the Mage Tower – it has a Druid skin that is so good that Blizzard practically forces you to play Druid.

Are you excited about the 9 “new old” dungeons? Or were you quite glad that they were not in the rotation so far?

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These are the ideal controllers for Diablo 2 Resurrected for Xbox and PC

Benedikt Schlotmann 23. September 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

You want to play Diablo 2 Resurrected on the Xbox Series X or PC and are looking for the right controller? MeinMMO presents you the best controllers you can find.

With Resurrected, Diablo 2 is playable on the Xbox for the first time, and of course, you need a controller for that. The controls might feel unfamiliar for veterans, but it even resolves a significant issue of the PC version.

A good controller is a must for gaming on consoles. And if you want to play Diablo 2 on console for the first time, you might also be looking for the right controller for your battles against the forces of evil.

But which gamepad is best suited for whom? We present you the best controllers and explain for whom they are best suited.

Why are the featured controllers ideal? Diablo 2 controls differently with a controller than with a keyboard. The abilities are mapped to ABXY buttons, and you move with the left stick. With the left shoulder button (LT/L2), you can bring up a second ability bar.

Controllers with paddles or additional buttons are recommended here. These paddles are located on the back of the controller and can be mapped to the functions of the ABXY buttons. This is practical and easier to control. For example, you can quickly switch to your second bar and throw a healing potion when things get tight or activate the town portal.

You can find more about Diablo in our hub: Diablo 2 Resurrected as a remaster – Everything you need to know about the release

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2

The “Xbox Elite Wireless Controller” is one of the best controllers you can buy for PC and Xbox. If you’re currently looking for the best controller for Xbox and PC, the Elite controller is a must-have.

The Elite Series 2 offers an enormous range of accessories. In addition to the controller, it comes with a USB-C charging cable, a charging station, 6 thumbsticks, 4 paddles, and 2 D-pads. With the included tool, you can adjust the tension of the thumbsticks. A transport case is also included.

The price is 179.99 euros, but you often find the controller for 160 euros. If you don’t mind the high price, you’ll get one of the best controllers currently available.

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Scuf Instinct Pro as an expensive alternative to Elite

Manufacturer Scuf has introduced the Scuf Instinct Pro a high-end controller for Xbox and PC.

The Instinct Pro offers you a similarly high range of features as Microsoft’s Elite controller and is said to feel just as high-quality and precise according to testers. The easily accessible back paddles are particularly praised.

If you’re looking for a customizable and premium controller for competitive gaming, you can’t go much wrong. However, the price for the Instinct Pro is significantly higher than that of the Elite controller.

Currently, you can only purchase the Instinct and Instinct Pro directly from the official Scuf store (via scufgaming.com). The price starts at 179.99 € and is thus relatively higher than the Xbox Elite controller. Additional customizations will cost you extra.

Razer Wolverine V2

The Razer Wolverine V2 is a wired gaming controller for the Xbox Series X|S and PC. MeinMMO has tested the Razer Wolverine V2. In our test, the controller delivers high precision. We found the mechanical buttons and the D-pad particularly well-executed.

The controller feels good in larger hands but can be problematic in smaller hands. This is primarily because the mappable special buttons of the controller are located on the back of the device, making them hard to reach.

With the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma, Razer has now announced an improved version of the Wolverine V2.

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PowerA FUSION Pro 2

Are you looking for a high-quality controller with paddles but don’t want to invest in the expensive Elite controller? Then the FUSION Pro 2 from PowerA might be an alternative for you.

Because the FUSION Pro 2 can also be adjusted like the Elite controller: Both the analog sticks and the rings of the buttons are replaceable, and all parts are housed behind a magnetic front panel. On the back of the controller, you can use a lever to set the pull force of the triggers in up to three levels.

The Fusion Pro is an officially licensed Xbox controller and is also designed with its spirit in mind. The disadvantage is that you can only use the controller with a cable. If that doesn’t bother you, you’ll get a good controller with paddles for under 100 euros.

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More accessories for your console: Are you looking for more accessories for your PS4 or PS5, such as a good gaming headset? Then check out our buying guide. Here we present you good gaming headsets, headphones, and microphones:

The best gaming headsets you can currently buy

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Podcast by MontanaBlack and Unge is successful, but is facing criticism: Too much advertising

Kevin Willing 23. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

Twitch streamer Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris (33) and YouTuber Simon “Unge” Wiefels (31) have set up the podcast “Chatgeflüster,” which, although it has had much success since its first broadcast, is also facing criticism: Fans of the two streamers accuse them of only caring about money. But what is the truth behind the accusations from the community?

What kind of podcast is this? Chatgeflüster is the latest podcast from the two influencer giants MontanaBlack and Simon Unge. In it, they focus on various topics and attempt to discuss them. The catch is that Monte and Unge are completely different, but they like each other. This is meant to provide humorous sparks.

In episode 1, MontanaBlack and Unge talked about life as influencers and YouTubers. They discuss the chances of success and daily life. However, the focus is on the topic of emigration, which has been on Monte’s mind for some time.

Now there are the first reactions to the first episode of Chatgeflüster, and they pack a punch. Among other things, listeners accuse the streamers of including so much randomly placed advertising that they switched off immediately.

Others believe the podcast will not last long, as it lacks value or at least a red thread. Disappointed fans write this under MontanaBlack’s current video on the channel “RichtigerKevin,” where stream clips are uploaded.

All I hear is: “This is business, dude.”
Samuel S. via YouTube

Only Lanz and Precht stand before Monte and Unge

Was the podcast successful? Yes, it was. In the iTunes podcast charts on Wednesday, September 22, “Chatgeflüster” is at number 2 (via rnd).

Only the talk from talk show host Markus Lanz with Richard David Precht: “LANZ & PRECHT” was more successful. The podcast has also received some criticism.

In the Spotify podcast charts, “Chatgeflüster” even debuts at number one.

podcast-monte — Chatgeflüster ranks high on Spotify.

MontanaBlack responds in a real talk video to listeners’ criticism

In his video, MontanaBlack emphasizes that he has taken the listeners’ criticism to heart. However, he asks for understanding, as this is the pilot, after all, the first episode.

However, Monte does not believe his podcast has too much advertising. He admits it is misplaced and promises to handle it better in the next episode.

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Malta escapade reportedly ruins lucrative deal – hence, there is now a lot of advertising

This is why there is so much advertising: MontanaBlack says that Unge and he allegedly integrate so much advertising to make some profit from the time-consuming podcast. Many people also work behind the scenes in production. An exclusivity deal with Spotify was reportedly in discussion. However, the US company rejected it due to the incidents in Malta.

Viewers consider this an excuse and claim that a podcast in the style hosted by Monte and Unge is less work than they want listeners to believe:

So podcasts are an elaborate production? The guys from PietSmiet sit together live on Twitch for 90 minutes every week and just talk, Papaplatte and Reeze do it spontaneously with two microphones they hold in their hands, and no front, that’s a thousand times more exciting and fun than “a podcast backed by a huge team,” no matter why one needs a big team for something like that.
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In his video, Monte mentions that they do not have a worked-out script but want to talk loosely about a pre-defined topic. Furthermore, it is all a “one-take,” meaning recorded in one go, for which they needed two attempts.

In comparison with others: Is the advertising really too much?

For those who have not listened to the podcast: During the one-hour show, advertising runs three times. That might not be too much, but especially the placement raises eyebrows among many listeners. Very clumsily, it switches in the middle of a sentence; the streamers’ voices are muted.

Then a three-minute advertisement for a magazine app runs, which Unge and MontanaBlack have recorded together. Fade out: back to the podcast.

This is how the podcast is supposed to change: As already mentioned, the streamers promise improvement here. MontanaBlack is also honest and says: “We are still businessmen, and this is our business.”

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Unge has already announced that they will significantly reduce the advertising after the pilot episode. There will only be 2 minutes of advertising per podcast.

This much advertising runs elsewhere: On YouTube, advertising is part of everyday life. Here, subscribers of certain YouTubers have to get used to three, five, or more commercials per video.

Advertising is also not uncommon in podcasts. Comparable podcasts run one to two commercials during the same time, provided there is no deal with the platform on which the podcast is broadcast.

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Valve patents a feature that would significantly improve Steam

Tarek Zehrer 22. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Recently, a patent for the PC platform Steam has been circulating, which Valve apparently applied for. This patent revolves around playing games while they are still not fully downloaded. Possibly another improvement for Steam?

What exactly is this patent about? The patent was spread by SteamDB founder thexpaw on Twitter. In the tweet, it is mentioned that it refers to a file system that allows games to be started even before they are downloaded.

It is thus a kind of “Instant play” feature, as one is already familiar with from consoles. So far, this feature is not available on Steam and would thus be a practical addition.

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How is this supposed to work? The technology is supposed to automatically identify game files and thus recognize the essential data. This way, the technology can automatically decide which parts of the game need to be updated first.

Steam could, as soon as you start the download, download exactly the files you need to start the game first. Of course, this would also depend on your internet connection.

You can read the exact details directly on the patent’s page: freepatentsonline.com

Better than the competition?

This feature already exists for Uplay, Origin, and Battle.net, but this variant brings some interesting details that could set it apart from the other versions.

This is how Valve could do better: Normally, developers have to adapt their games to such a feature so that one can play them before the download is complete. Valve’s concept apparently allows for adaptation without additional effort for developers.

This should make it significantly easier to implement such a feature. Apparently, latency could also be significantly reduced.

Moreover, Instant play on other platforms is usually limited. Often you can only start the menu or at most complete the tutorial. However, Valve’s patent description suggests that there should be no limits here.

Is it even coming? Since this is merely a registered patent, it is hard to say if and when the feature will be implemented on Steam. The patent itself is from March 2021. Nevertheless, there are a few things that suggest Valve might possibly incorporate this feature in the not-too-distant future.

First of all, Steam has already improved some download features and added quality-of-life improvements in its last major update.
Moreover, with the Steam Deck a platform is on the way that could benefit massively from such a feature: The Steam Deck is a handheld console from Valve.

Keep in mind that these are speculations and that we must wait and see if this feature comes.

What do you think about it? Would you like to have such a feature on Steam? Or do you not need such frills? Let us know your opinion in the comments.

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YouTuber reinvents Minecraft as crazy human hunt: 10 million views in one day

Schuhmann 22. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

YouTuber Dream reached 10 million views and a million likes in a day with a video about Minecraft : In a special mode, the speedrunner competes against 5 hunters in a manhunt.

What kind of videos are these?

YouTuber Dream is considered a gifted speedrunner in Minecraft, although his fame has suffered somewhat after a cheating scandal.
In the “Manhunt” series, he currently competes against 5 hunters who chase him from the very first second and try to take him down.
The goal for Dream is to escape from the hunters, kill the Ender Dragon and win Minecraft. The hunters want to take him down.

Dream is making a series out of escaping from more and more hunters

This is what makes the series so exciting: The “Manhunt vs. Hunters” series has been running on YouTube for a long time. Dream is making it increasingly difficult to escape from the hunters.

A year ago, Dream was still fighting against 3 hunters – a video from 07.08.2020 had over 100 million views.

Dream has also run away from 4 hunters before – a video from 05.09.2020 garnered 80 million views.

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The fans came together to give a video over 100 million views.

Currently, he is competing against 5 hunters. He has done this already 2 times and the score has been one to one so far. In the third and decisive video of the series, Dream faced off against GeorgeNotFound, Sapnap, BadBoyHalo, Antfrost, and Awesamdude for the third and final time.

The mode is ideal for Dream to demonstrate his ingenuity and reaction skills.

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This is how successful the new video is: The current run has already reached 10 million views after just one day. The fans seem to love the action: The latest video has already received 1 million likes.

In the first few seconds of the video, Dream is already close to giving up. He falls in a crazy chase down to a heart.

We will not reveal how the video ends or whether Dream survives the manhunt.

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This is the aftermath: On a second channel, Dream discusses the video with the hunters. They tease each other and accuse one another of winning only through nasty tricks.

The hunters accuse Dream of having only defeated the Ender Dragon because he used an unfair combination of Stasis Chamber and the “Waterfall Technique”. Dream responds by saying that the hunters have also won against him in the same way.

It seems clear that each of the participants loves the action.

We can probably expect that Dream will soon be running away from 6 hunters.

Dream is an incredibly popular YouTuber and Twitch streamer for Minecraft:

YouTuber for Minecraft is so popular that people freak out because he shows a few hairs

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CoD Warzone starts new event – players complain: “embarrassingly little effort”

Tarek Zehrer 22. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

In CoD Warzone and Cold War, the new “The Numbers” event has been running since September 21st. However, it is not well received by everyone in the community and has even caused disappointment. MeinMMO summarizes some reactions for you.

What kind of event is this? In both CoDs, you can unlock 9 thematic cosmetics each, allowing you to collect a total of 18 items for your loot cabinet.

The event takes place in both Warzone and Cold War. Here, as usual, there are a few differences:

In Warzone, the new event is associated with the mobile transmission stations. These are the trucks with antennas that appear in different locations since the season started.
For each “unique” transmission station, you receive a sticker, an emblem, or another cosmetic, as well as some experience points and cash for your current match.
By “unique,” they likely mean the various locations where the transmission stations can appear.

What about Cold War? In Cold War, you can complete 9 gameplay tasks related to the new content of Mid-Season 5. Here is an overview of Season 5 in Warzone and Cold War.

Since yesterday, September 21st, the event is online and is causing disappointment among some players. But what is the problem?

Warzone players criticize the lack of effort behind the Numbers event

This is what is being criticized: In the CoD Warzone subreddit, players criticize various points about the event under a post by TheDudeofDudez.

The thread creator himself writes: “This Numbers event or game mode is a painfully low effort. Terrible.” The user adds that even the previous events were not good.

The Numbers, however, would take it a step further. The developers, in his view, have put in too little effort, and the mode has no effect on the game. Nothing cool happens.

Other players agree. They criticize that since the haunt from Verdansk, there haven’t been any really cool events.

What was the event that received so much praise? The haunt from Verdansk was the last Halloween event in CoD Warzone and CoD Modern Warfare.

In this event, both games received night versions of some maps, special rewards, and substantial bonuses. The event seems to be particularly memorable for many players. Not everyone shares this opinion, and some praised the mid-season update of Season 3 that brought Rambo to Warzone.

Disappointed players suspect that CoD Vanguard could be behind the supposedly declining quality of the events. Perhaps Activision is focusing its resources on the upcoming installment, which recently had its beta phase.

However, that seems unlikely since a different team is behind Vanguard, namely Sledgehammer Games, as opposed to Warzone, which involves Raven Software and Infinity Ward.

Are there any opposing views? Not all players see the Numbers event negatively. KaijuTia writes, for example: “Honestly, I had much more fun than with this weird train event.”

Some players are also happy that they can unlock the Sai melee weapon very easily through the event. This is a kind of Japanese fighting fork. JGODYT apparently managed to do it in just seven minutes, as he announced on Twitter:

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Others, however, feel that this is far too easy for a new weapon that was announced so grandly beforehand. Ultimately, the feedback about the event is very mixed.

What’s next in Season 5? According to the official roadmap, The Numbers is the last major event. Starting in October, Season 6 should continue, which will likely also be the last for CoD Cold War.

We at MeinMMO will keep you updated as always.

But what do you think of the Numbers event? Are you one of the disappointed players? Or are you enjoying the event? Discuss with us in the comments.

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FIFA 22: TOTW 1 comes directly with strong cards – Kimmich is in it

Max Handwerk 22. September 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

The first Team of the Week in FIFA 22 is known. In TOTW 1 there are several strong players who are given a special card.

What is the TOTW? In the TOTW, players who have distinguished themselves with strong performances in real football during the week are featured. They receive a special card with improved values, which also fetches higher prices on the transfer market.

FIFA 22’s first TOTW is already here. And this is happening even though the official release of the game is only on October 1st. However, there are already ways to start in Ultimate Team.

The Early Access with EA Play starts for FIFA 22 today
Also the Web App starts and allows you to build a team

Now let’s take a look at the first Team of the Week. Here you will find out who is included this time.

The TOTW 1 in FIFA 22

This is the TOTW 1: The first Team of the Week has several exciting players to offer. One of the top cards has Bayern’s Joshua Kimmich, who has an overall rating of 90. Also strong is Liverpool’s Salah, who impresses with pace, shot, and dribbling.

Strong cards follow for Dzeko (85), Thiago Silva (86), and Toney (84). You can see the complete TOTW 1 here:

Starting XI:

GK: Bounou (84)
CB: Thiago Silva (86)
CB: David Garcia (82)
RB: Faraoni (81)
CDM: Kimmich (90)
LM: Diaz (83)
RM: Sarr (82)
RF: Salah (90)
ST: Dzeko (85)
ST: Toney (84)
LF: Vinicius Jr.

Bench:

GK: Horn (81)
LB: Pedro Rebocho (81)
CAM: Wirtz (82)
CAM: Blas (81)
CM: Toornstra (81)
ST: Caputo (82)
ST: Diallo (81)
RB: Konoplia (75)
ST: Kamara (79)
RF: Berterame (79)
ST: Douglas Vieira (78)
ST: Turgott (74)

The Bundesliga in TOTW 1

New Featured Player in the TOTW: Toney is the first player to receive a “Featured TOTW” card. This gives him a stronger performance boost than the other players. You can find out more in the article on FUT innovations.

These players are included: Three players from the Bundesliga are included in the first TOTW.

FIFA 22 TOTW 1 — The Bundesliga players in the TOTW 1

The already mentioned Joshua Kimmich sits at the top with his 90-rated card and has great stats in all areas required in central midfield.
Köln’s keeper Timo Horn is included with a good goalkeeper card. However, there will also be non-TOTW keepers in FIFA 22 who might be cheaper and just as strong.
Leverkusen’s talent Wirtz is included and excels especially with good stats in passing and dribbling. He should be a good playmaker. However, there may also be cheaper alternatives here.

The TOTW cards are likely to be quite expensive at launch. If you are looking for cheap but strong alternatives for your team, take a look here: 10 perfect players for starting in FUT.

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Diablo 2 Resurrected: Which class suits you? Participate in our quiz

Irina Moritz 22. September 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Do you want to start the classic remaster Diablo 2 Resurrected tomorrow and don’t know which class to choose? Then participate in our personality quiz.

These classes are available: On September 23, Diablo 2 Resurrected finally releases, and some of you will venture into Sanctuary to face the hordes of demons. But what power will you wield?

In Diablo 2 Resurrected, you can choose from 7 different classes, each with a cool lore and a variety of builds. For players unfamiliar with the action classic, it can be difficult to settle on a class.

The 7 characters you can play are:

The Necromancer: He belongs to the secret order of the Priests of Rathma and can summon skeletons and make corpses explode.
The Sorceress: A member of the Zann Esu mage clan, she wields the power of the elements in battle, raining fire and ice down on her enemies.
The Druid: The close bond with nature allows the Druid to call upon animals and plants for help in battle. He is one of the shamans from the tribes of Scosglen.
The Paladin: Armed with shield, sword, and the power of their faith, Paladins from Westmarch sweep away demons with holy magic.
The Amazon: A master of the spear and bow, she augments her abilities with magical attributes such as fire or ice.
The Barbarian: He learned to survive in the harsh wilderness of the northern steppes from a young age and mows down his enemies with the power of his rage.
The Assassin: As a member of the mysterious Viz-Jaq’taar, she uses no magic in battle but relies on traps and her physical strength.

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This is how the quiz works: In the tool below, you can answer various questions and choose the option that appeals to you the most. You earn points for the different classes, which will be totaled at the end of the quiz.

The result depends on which class you have earned the most points for. And if you want to try again, you can reload the page and start over:

Tell us, what answers did you choose and why? What are your results? Did you take the quiz multiple times or just try it once? Let us know in the comments.

Have fun testing!

Are you still undecided and just can’t settle on which of the seven options you want to start with? We have a survey and a guide to help you choose a class. After that, it should all be clear: Diablo 2: Resurrected – Which class will you play at launch? Ask the wheel of fate.

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