FIFA 22: The best young goalkeeper talents in career mode

Tarek Zehrer Tarek Zehrer Reading time 2 minutes

Here you will find the best talents in the goalkeeper position for the career mode of FIFA 22. MeinMMO shows you the keepers with the greatest potential. Additionally, we present strong yet affordable goalkeeper talents.

In football, it’s about getting the ball into the net. A good goalkeeper who keeps your goal clean is worth a lot. Especially in FIFA 22, the keepers are stronger than ever and even spark discussions.

If you are looking for good goalkeeper talents for your club in career mode, we present you here the 20 best keepers with the highest potential.

If you want an overview of all positions, you can also check out our other list: The best talents with the greatest potential in the career mode of FIFA 22

The best goalkeeper talents with the greatest potential in career mode

These are the best goalkeeper talents: We have set the selection criteria to the highest potential and a maximum age of 24. You will thus find a large selection from various price ranges at the start, so there should be something for every budget.

For example, the Italian European champion Gianluigi Donnarumma is included in the list, but there are also lesser-known talents that hardly anyone would have on their radar.

PlayerAgeOverall RatingPotentialMarket Value
Gianluigi Donnarumma228993119.5 million
Marten Vandevoordt1971874.3 million
Dean Henderson24808736 million
Unai Simón24828634.5 million
Alex Meret24798630 million
Lautaro Morales2172855 million
Andriy Lunin2274858 million
Illan Meslier21778520.5 million
Diogo Costa2174856.5 million
Justin Bijlow23778520 million
Charis Chatzigavriel1758840
Altay Aybindir23778418 million
Gregor Kobel23798421.5 million
Giorgi Mamardashvili20758310.5 million
Joan García2067832.4 million
Bart Verbruggen1865831.6 million
Konstantinos Tzolakis1867832.3 million
Dogan Alemdar1868832.4 million
Luís Maximiano 22768313 million
Gavin Bazunu 1964831.3 million

Affordable goalkeeper talents with the best value for money

Here we present to you the keeper talents that have high potential and are still relatively cheap. That’s why we only selected keepers that have a market value of no more than 10 million. Especially at the start of your career, this could help and save your budget.

PlayerAgeOverall RatingPotentialMarket Value
Marten Vandevoordt 1971874.3 million
Lautaro Morales2172855 million.
Andriy Lunin2274858 million.
Diogo Costa2174856.5 million.
Charis Chatzigavriel 175884Free Agent
Gavin Bazunu 1964831.3 million.
Konstantinos Tzolakis 1867832.3 million.
Bart Verbruggen 1865831.6 million.
Dogan Alemdar 1868832.4 million.

Especially Maten Vandevoordt is likely to be an interesting talent for many. With a potential of 87, he is a particularly cheap alternative with a market value of only 4.3 million. After Donnaruma, he also has the highest potential.

What do you think about the goalkeeper talents? Which ones are the most interesting for you? Discuss with us in the comments.

If you are also looking for other talents, here you will find the best young midfield talents in the career mode of FIFA 22 – CM, CAM & CDM

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Pokémon GO: Best counters against Genesect – Info about the Raid Boss

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 3 minutes

The mysterious Pokémon Genesect is back as a raid boss in Pokémon GO. MeinMMO reveals which counters you can use to defeat the bug Pokémon.

We updated this counter guide on September 30, 2021, summarizing the best attackers against Genesect (Aquamodule) for you.

When does Genesect arrive? Starting from October 1, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time, you can defeat Genesect in its Aquamodule form in Level 5 raids. You have until October 12, 2021, at 10:00 AM to do so.

Best counters against Genesect at a glance

Which types should you take? Genesect is a Bug and Steel type. This makes it doubly vulnerable to all Fire attacks. All other types are either normal or even not effective. That’s why you should take advantage of this fire weakness and use appropriate attackers.

The best counters: Based on the overview from Pokebattler, we have summarized the 10 best monsters against Genesect with the corresponding attacks (via pokebattler.com). Make sure to bring the correct attacks, as the counters may otherwise be less effective.

PokémonAttacks
(Shadow) MoltresFire Spin and Overheat
(Shadow) EnteiFire Fang and Overheat
(Shadow) CharizardFire Spin and Blast Burn
ReshiramFire Fang and Overheat
(Shadow) Ho-OhIncinerate and Fire Storm
BlazikenFire Spin and Overheat
(Shadow) MagmortarFire Spin and Fire Punch
(Shadow) ArcanineFire Fang and Flamethrower
FlareonFire Fang and Overheat
HeatranFire Spin and Flamethrower

These Mega Evolutions you can use: Of course, you can also use your Mega Evolutions against Genesect. It’s best to use the following counters:

  • Mega Charizard Y with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
  • Mega Charizard X with Fire Spin and Blast Burn
  • Mega Houndoom with Fire Fang and Flamethrower

Which Pokémon can I still use? The top 10 strongest counters already correspond to the strongest fire attackers in Pokémon GO. Otherwise, make sure you have strong fire attacks in your team, and you shouldn’t have any problems against Genesect.

How many players do you need for Genesect? You need at least two players to take down Genesect. Your Pokémon should have reached at least level 25. Therefore, the duo is relatively easy.

If you don’t have ideal counters or haven’t reached a higher level yet, you should rather team up with three trainers. Alone, Genesect is not beatable.

Infos about Genesect – CP, Attacks and Usefulness

What is a Genesect with 100% IV? From the raid, Genesect can have a maximum of 1916 CP. If beneficial weather conditions like rain and snow are in effect, it can even go up to a maximum of 2395 CP for a 100% specimen.

Which attacks can Genesect learn? Genesect has five different moves available, two quick and three charge attacks:

  • Quick Moves: Fury Cutter (Bug), Metal Claw (Steel)
  • Charge Moves: Bug Buzz (Bug), Magnet Bomb (Steel), Sludge Bomb (Poison)

Is there a shiny Genesect? You can also find the normal form of Genesect as shiny in the game with a bit of luck. However, the Aquamodule is currently not available in its shiny form.

Shiny Genesect
Genesect in its normal form (left) and as shiny (right)

Is Genesect worth it? The mysterious Pokémon is one of the strongest bug attackers in the game and is worth it just for that. However, the bug type is not used that often, so the Pokémon may not come into play as often.

Moreover, there are different forms of Genesect. Currently, you can get it in the Aquamodule form. If you already have enough strong bug Pokémon, you should still secure a specimen for your Pokédex.

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What do you think of the new raid boss Genesect? Will you participate in the raids, or is it not really your Pokémon? And which team do you use to defeat the mysterious monster? Feel free to share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss with other trainers.

Are you more interested in shinies and wondering what this shiny pin is? We took a look at what it is and explain it to you.

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You can now make Diablo 2: Resurrected better with mods – But at your own risk

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Mods have kept Diablo 2 alive for years. Now there are already the first modifications for the remaster, Diablo 2: Resurrected. MeinMMO explains which ones exist and how to install them – and what to look out for.

What are these mods? With modifications, or mods for short, you can change all sorts of features of a game. In Diablo 2, this means, for example: adjusting the drop rate of items, changing the properties of enemies, or even creating new recipes for the Horadric Cube.

Since the release of Diablo 2 in 2000, there have been countless mods for the original game and the expansion. Now the first mods are also appearing for the remaster.

Attention! According to Blizzard’s terms of use, third-party software is generally prohibited. Mods may fall under this regulation and could get you banned.

It has been said before that mods for Diablo 2: Resurrected are to be allowed and encouraged, but some providers have already been warned in advance. The use is therefore at your own risk.

What mods are there? Currently, the creators have only offered a handful of modifications for Diablo 2: Resurrected for download. You can find a list of mods, for example, on NexusMods and ModDB. Here are some of the more interesting mods:

However, particularly exciting is Better SP – you can find the mod on ModDB. Better SP brings extensive improvements for the solo mode, such as:

  • significantly more space in inventory, stash, and Horadric Cube
  • higher running and sprinting speed as well as less stamina consumption
  • more customization options for mercenaries
  • stackable items

With the mod, you can prevent losing misconfigured runes or gems through new recipes. That way, you won’t accidentally waste hours of farming work because you mixed up a letter.

Diablo 2 Resurrected Better SP Mod
Larger inventory, more slots for mercenaries and stacked items – That’s what Better SP offers. Source: NexusMods

Diablo 2: Installing mods – Here’s how

How do I install mods? First of all: As of now, you can only install mods for Diablo 2: Resurrected on PC. While the remaster is also available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, we have not found mods for these platforms yet.

A modder has already explained on reddit how to generally install mods. To do this, you need to download and unpack the relevant files. You may need a special program like CascView to unpack.

The unpacked files then need to be placed in the corresponding folders. You can usually find them under: “[…]Diablo II ResurrectedData”. The exact locations for the files are stated in the description of the mods.

After that, you need to start the Battle.net client and click the small gear icon next to the “Start” button for Diablo 2 and make a few settings:

  • open the “Game Settings”
  • select Diablo 2: Resurrected
  • under the installation directory, find “Additional Command Line Arguments” – tick the box
  • enter the corresponding argument (e.g. “-mod Karla”; you will find the required argument in the mod description)
  • to play Diablo 2 without mods, just delete the argument
Diablo 2 Mods install Batltenet
This is where the arguments go – Just of course, in Diablo, not in WoW.

What should I look out for? Only use mods in local offline mode and at your own risk. Modders always point out that even in offline mode, you have no guarantee of not receiving any possible penalties.

More about Diablo 2 on MeinMMO:

Mods can give you advantages, which is why they are not allowed in online mode. That would be unfair to everyone playing without mods and would be equivalent to cheating. Hence the potential penalties.

Trading items for real money is also not entirely permitted. However, that doesn’t stop players from trying anyway:

Diablo 2: Resurrected – 2 days after release, an item was already sold for €130 on eBay

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Destiny 2: Community finds trick to retrieve missed „Season Pass“ content

Christos Tsogos Christos Tsogos Reading time 3 minutes

Many players from Destiny 2 are outraged about how Bungie locks its season pass content behind gates after their time expires. Guardians wish for a way to retrieve older content. We show you a way to get your missed rewards.

What do the Guardians want? Many Guardians suffer from what is referred to as “FOMO“. This acronym stands for “Fear of Missing Out” and means the fear of missing something. For some members of the community, Destiny 2 seems to trigger such fear with its season model.

That’s why Guardians have long demanded a feature against FOMO. Maybe you are a freshly minted Guardian, who admires the old ornaments (skins for weapons and armor) from past seasons that your veteran buddies wear so proudly. Yet, the player is confronted with the truth that these cosmetics can never be obtained again.

This is unfortunate for some players, as it takes away their motivation and also puts pressure on them. Season passes are associated with the obligation to consider certain time frames of their existence.

Players discover a trick to access dusty content

First of all: You can only redeem content that you have already earned in the respective season pass. Unreached levels of the season pass can no longer be unlocked.

How does the trick work? A Guardian on reddit named “GoldenHawk07” has pointed out how you can access your unredeemed levels of long-forgotten seasons.

The player shows a link to a page where you can find versions of the old Bungie Companion App listed. So you select the file that corresponds to your past season, download it, and you can gain access to ancient seasons.

Season 8 Eternal Weapons exotics Gear Destiny 2
This armor could be yours… if you had played back then.

To do this, you need to follow these steps:

  • You go to this website (via apkmirror.com)
  • Download a version of the old Companion App
  • Log in and finally gain access to your missed season items

If you want more detailed information regarding the instructions, we link you the reddit post here:

How is that received? Guardians are excited on reddit and comment under the post:

Nice! I got Duality, Ticuu’s .Bow, the pistol, as well as the armors for my classes. Awesome!

Mentioned reddit user SmellslikeBongWater

Many Guardians simply wish that past seasons would remain a part of Destiny 2. Because some players might have only caught the Destiny 2 fever later and now regret not having retrieved their rewards. With the armor ornaments that were missed, they would at least have a small memento of that.

Can we expect such an official feature? It is possible, but nothing is officially known yet. It’s up to Bungie whether they will implement something like that. However, the community wishes for it.

Bungie has already provided a system whereby you can collect missed content. However, you can only collect items from the most recent past season that you missed. Older ones are not accessible and lost (for now).

If you are more interested in Destiny 2 this might also interest you:

It would be tragic if Bungie decided to offer the old ornaments in the form of bundles for sale in the Eververse. That would be semi-optimal, as many would decide to buy, but a large part of the community would still be outraged.

What do you think of this method? Do you have any missed items that you would like to retrieve? Let us know in the comments what you think of a feature against FOMO.

In contrast, the new Halo does it differently and receives a lot of praise for it: Players of Destiny 2 are jealous of the fair battle pass of Halo Infinite

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The old AUG rocks close combat in Warzone – High damage & lots of ammunition

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The submachine gun AUG from Modern Warfare was the best weapon in the game at the launch of the Call of Duty: Warzone. However, due to nerfs to the recoil, the weapon lost its status. Now it is back on top and a little under-the-radar tip for close combat. MeinMMO has the details.

What is it about? The Warzone data expert “JGOD” is constantly on the lookout for the best weapons in the battle royale. Every statistical anomaly, every advantage in damage or handling of a weapon he tries to find and pack into a strong and valid setup.

Now the number magician has managed to dig up a strong little tip again: the AUG from CoD MW. Unlike the AUG from Cold War, the “old” AUG is a submachine gun. You can, however, use an ammunition attachment for more damage that fires 5.56 rounds from the AUG. And with exactly this attachment, the AUG from CoD MW becomes a strong alternative for close combat. We embed JGOD’s video here:

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CoD Warzone: AUG setup takes out enemies up to 15 meters

What setup should I try? To bring the AUG to a competitive level, you need the 5.56 rounds. Here you should even go for the large 60-round magazine. Grab the strong Monolithic Suppressor for that. The remaining 3 attachments are used to improve the mobility of the submachine gun. For a better iron sight, you should use a blueprint of the weapon.

  • Muzzle: Suppressor (Monolithic)
  • Laser: Tactical Laser
  • Stock: FORGE TAC Close Combat Stock
  • Magazine: 5.56 NATO 60-round Drum
  • Grip: Patterned Grip Tape
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What makes the AUG strong now? The old SMG from CoD MW is slightly ahead in damage compared to the mobile “Cold War” competitors and also comes with a large 60-round magazine. JGOD compares the AUG with the two SMGs OTs 9 and MP5 from Cold War. Both alternatives deliver high damage. But the AUG cannot be matched:

  • Time-to-Kill on chest hits
    • AUG from CoD MW: 542 milliseconds
    • OTs 9 from Cold War: 561 milliseconds
    • MP5 from Cold War: 562 milliseconds

With the AUG, it doesn’t matter where your hits land. Even with knee shots, the time-to-kill remains stable and you need 7 shots for your kill. Only the MP5 from CoD MW is slightly faster – at 526 milliseconds.

Also, when it comes to range, the AUG excels. Only after 15 meters does the SMG enter the second damage range, while the two competitors do not even reach 10 meters. The huge magazine with 60 rounds on deck is also a plus.

Additionally, with the setup shown here, you have very similar values for your time to aim. Meta setups of the OTs and MP5 take 250 milliseconds to aim, while the AUG stands at 234 milliseconds with this setup. The sprint-to-fire speed is similarly matched.

For more about mobility in Warzone, you can find it here:

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What is mobility in CoD Warzone and why is it so important?
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What can’t the AUG do well? Time-to-kill and aim speed would have been enough at the time of CoD MW to make the AUG the best SMG by far. But in the “Cold War” era, it looks different, as the OTs 9 and the MP5 from Cold War come with strong mobility values.

Movement speed and your motions while aiming are significantly higher than with the AUG from CoD MW. Your strafing (side movements while aiming) is about 30% slower than with the Cold War competitors. This becomes noticeable in direct firefights when you want to quickly peek around a corner and then retreat back to cover.

Furthermore, with the AUG, you are slightly weaker in the second damage range. Your time-to-kill goes up to nearly 720 milliseconds at 15 meters, while the OTs 9 and MP5 from Cold War remain around 700 milliseconds.

Pros and Cons of the AUG SMG from CoD MW

Pro
  • Very good damage
  • High range for an SMG
  • Top values when aiming
Contra
  • Poor movement speeds
  • Second damage range is quite moderate
  • Recoil too strong for longer distances

Who should try the AUG SMG? With the start of Season 4 a few months ago, the Warzone developers announced the general time-to-kill in the game would be increased and have already taken some measures for this.

The AUG SMG is currently very strong, especially for players who use little strafing and rely on the ADS speed and damage of a weapon. If you’re always looking for the strong weapons with the highest damage – then the AUG is now your faithful companion in close-range combat.

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The AUG from CoD MW is surprisingly a hit in Warzone again and dominates close combat. JGOD himself does not necessarily call the weapon “meta” due to its moderate mobility but sees great potential.

If you play with SMGs in your loadouts, then grab the AUG now – perhaps the drawbacks are not a problem for you at all, and you have a new deletion function for your enemies in close combat.

If you want to reminisce with us about the time when the AUG SMG was the best weapon in Warzone, then check here: 5 facts about CoD Warzone that only veterans know

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Dead by Daylight: New perk makes survivors immortal

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Mikaela Reid will change Dead by Daylight. On the test server, she is invincible – because she makes survivors immortal.

Immediately after the developers of Dead by Daylight announced the new survivor Mikaela Reid, the PTB (test server) went online. There, the new perks and abilities of Mikaela could be tried out directly. It only took a few minutes before the first players noticed: something is very wrong. Because survivors can heal faster than a killer can injure them. The culprit is the new perk “Boon: Healing Circle”.

What does the perk do? With the perk “Boon: Healing Circle”, Mikaela can bless a totem. The blessing ensures that within a radius of 28 meters, all survivors receive a strengthening effect. This provides for 2 things:

  • Survivors can heal themselves when injured without using a medkit.
  • Survivors receive a 100% bonus on healing speed when they heal another survivor.

What is the problem? The problem becomes evident when two survivors heal a third survivor. The healing is then completed faster than the cooldown animation after a killer’s strike:

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In plain terms:

The killer injures one survivor, and when two teammates heal that injured survivor right on the spot, they are already healed before the killer can land the next blow.

Or in other words: As long as the survivors are together in the healing circle of the totem, they cannot be downed.

In the corresponding video, the killer even uses “Sloppy Butcher” (“Sloppy Butcher”), which slightly increases the required healing time. Nevertheless, the killer does not manage to hit quickly enough to down a survivor.

The actual reason is also that two areas of the boon totems overlap in the video, and the bonuses stack. This makes healing possible in under 3 seconds.

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Community reacts with amusement and anger: The reactions in the community are humorous on one side, but quite negative on the other. They wonder how the developers could consider such a perk a good idea.

It seems beyond question that Mikaela Reid and her perks must undergo several nerfs and adjustments before her expected release in mid-October, so that the witch can enter the game without issues. Otherwise, the killer may face very dark times ahead.

What do you think about the perk? Are you also angry with the developers? Or is it okay because test servers are made for such things?

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Players of Genshin Impact suddenly receive rewards on the first birthday after unrest

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In recent weeks, the community has been complaining to Genshin Impact that, in their opinion, there are no reasonable rewards for the first anniversary. But now Genshin Impact is sending in-game mail with gifts to the players.

What happened? After the players were upset about the meager gifts for the 1st birthday and even collectively went to the Google Play Store to leave bad reviews, Genshin Impact has responded.

Although Genshin Impact remains silent on Twitter and everywhere else about it, they are now unexpectedly sending in-game mail to the players. This mail includes a free glider and 400 primogems.

Additionally, the title says “A Thank You to All Travelers (1/4)”. The 1/4 suggests that there will likely be three more letters with rewards sent to the players.

  • Genshin Impact glider in-game mail
    In-game mail
  • Genshin Impact glider equipped
    Equipped glider

Community is sure: “This was not planned”

Why are the rewards believed not to have been planned? The glider was originally announced in a bundle by Genshin Impact in the official patch notes for 2.1 (via Genshin Impact). The bundle was supposed to be called “Boundless Symphony” and cost around 30 euros (via Twitter).

Additionally, the bundle was supposed to include 1000 primogems. Whether the players will now gradually receive the entire bundle via in-game mail remains to be seen.

What does the community say about it? The community is convinced: This was not planned. They argue that Genshin Impact would not have announced it as a bundle beforehand but would have teased it as rewards. The fans are convinced that their protest contributed to this.

On reddit, there is a relevant thread (via reddit):

User LiveLikeKure_ says:

Watch as they ultimately distribute the whole package for free – as a “reward”.

via reddit

obble_says_bababooey adds:

That is actually very likely, the mail says “1/4”. So there is a chance we might receive other items from the bundle for free every day.

via reddit

Neither-Ad8881 has mixed feelings about it:

I have mixed feelings. It looks bad if they are now giving away a package for free when it was supposed to be paid for and only because English and Chinese players have been furious on various platforms. Because that means that they [Genshin Impact] originally did not care at all about giving something for free for the anniversary and this [the bundle] was their last straw. But at the same time, this first step of damage control means that they are somehow listening now.

Now we just have to wait and see if they can also address other issues, especially their communication with players, or if this is just a one-time thing.

via reddit

Even the “Genshin Impact” YouTuber IWinToLose Gaming mentions in his video that these rewards were probably handed out because of community feedback (via YouTube).

Regarding Genshin Impact’s silence, there is a reddit thread speculating that it is due to a change in the PR team. There seems to be a new PR team for the global server (via reddit).

More about Genshin Impact on MeinMMO

Google Play Store Ratings of Other Games Were Affected

Not only Genshin Impact was rated poorly: Players of Genshin Impact not only left bad ratings for this game in the Google Play Store but also switched to games like Honkai Impact 3rd:

Please give more rewards in Genshin, thanks.

User Laura Marco via Google Play Store

Boris Gördes writes:

The only good thing about this game is the beautiful character designs. Otherwise, it feels like a second job. Since Honkai is also run by Mihoyo as a company, one shouldn’t even start. If respect for the community is important to the developers, then they should stay away from Honkai and Genshin.

via Google Play Store

A reddit thread also reports on other games being attacked by angry “Genshin Impact” fans (via reddit).

Even the English voice actor for Diluc speaks out in a tweet and hints at his displeasure with the community’s behavior (via Twitter).

Furthermore, some players are expecting a special announcement or a statement about the events in the upcoming livestream on Sunday, October 3 at 2 PM.

What do you think about the whole matter? If you are a Genshin Impact player: Are you satisfied with Genshin Impact’s change of direction or what do you wish for? Feel free to write it in the comments.

Genshin Impact: A character triggers a heated racism debate

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Creepy doll from Final Fantasy XIV costs over 1,000 euros and disturbs players

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The developers of Final Fantasy XIV have teamed up with a luxury doll manufacturer to release a highly detailed doll of a popular character from the game. However, the doll is extremely expensive and evokes feelings of fear and unease rather than joy.

What kind of doll is this? Square Enix partnered with the doll maker Volks, known for their high-quality, detail-oriented dolls. The first product from the Final Fantasy XIV line will be the beloved character Y’shtola Rhul.

Who is Y’shtola Rhul? Y’shtola Rhul is one of the main characters in FFXIV and a player favorite. She accompanies players starting their journey in the city-state of Limsa Lominsa and plays a significant role in the main story of the MMORPG. The doll depicts Y’shtola Rhul in her witch attire from the Shadowbringers expansion.

Fans fear the launcher because of the doll with the creepy eyes

What is the problem with the doll? The doll is extremely detailed and of high quality. Its clothing is even handmade. However, it has a problem: its face with cold, dead eyes seems more disturbing than sympathetic.

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Here you can see the creepy doll in detail.

Additionally, the doll greets every player with its creepy gaze when launching FF14. The doll is featured and available for pre-order in the launcher. Therefore, you cannot escape its eerie stare.

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FF14 players must endure this gaze at login.

What do the players say? Indeed, some players have already complained about the creepy doll. They say the doll is simply scary and you can hardly escape its gaze. Here are some comments from reddit:

  • Xenorak: ‘This doll is an abomination! A nightmare from the uncanny valley!’
  • Sensitive_Shirt_8990: ‘It doesn’t even look like her!’
  • Wylf: ‘Don’t worry, she’ll disappear soon. And reappear in your house. She’ll watch you sleep from the shadows. Without blinking, without moving.’

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How much does the doll cost? Since each doll is largely handcrafted and made with high-quality materials, it costs a lot of money. On the doll’s pre-order page, it is offered for a whopping €1,169.99 (via Square Enix Store).

When can you buy it? However, those who really want the creepy doll for this amount have to wait over a year. According to Square Enix, the eerie doll will only be available in December 2022. So, it’s the ideal Christmas gift for fearless doll fans.

Also creepy: In Final Fantasy XIV, former partners can stalk you particularly effectively.

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Pokémon GO: Jungle Event with Genesect has started – All monsters & bonuses

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Today, on October 1, 2021, a new event called “The Secrets of the Jungle” has started in Pokémon GO. We at MeinMMO have looked at which Pokémon and bonuses await you.

What kind of event is this? On the occasion of the new Pokémon movie “Pokémon – The Movie: Secrets of the Jungle,” which celebrates its debut on Netflix on October 8, 2021, there will also be a thematically appropriate event in Pokémon GO. You can expect a lot of monsters and bonuses.

When does the Jungle Event start? The Jungle Event starts on October 1, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time and runs until October 10, 2021, at 8:00 PM local time. You have a few days to take advantage of all the bonuses.

All Pokémon for the Jungle Event

On the occasion of the Jungle Event, there will again be a variety of Pokémon to catch. With the help of the overview from LeekDuck, we have summarized below which monsters will be available during the event (via leekduck.com). All Pokémon that you might encounter in their shiny form have been marked with a (*).

The new Raid Bosses

Just in time for the Jungle Event, the Raid Bosses in Pokémon GO will also change. From October 1, 2021, at 10:00 AM to October 12, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time, you can encounter the following monsters:

RaidPokémon
Level-1-Raid– Research-Pikachu*
– Larvitar*
– Kiesling*
– Tarnpignon
– Geronimatz*
Level-3-Raid– Schlurp*
– Chaneira*
– Pinsir*
– Kappalores
– Libelldra
Level-5-Raid– Genesect (Aquamodul)
Mega-Raid– Mega-Gengar*

Especially interesting is the mysterious Pokémon Genesect, which can impress primarily with its high attack value in the game. It belongs to the Bug and Steel types, which is why it only has a weakness against Fire attacks. Which counters you should use against Genesect have been summarized here for you.

Genesect (Aquamodul)

Genesect also has various forms. During the event, you can catch it for the first time in its special form Aquamodul. You can recognize it by its purple body and the blue decoration on the back of its cannon. Unfortunately, you can’t hope for a shiny in this form at the moment.

Wild Spawns

Also in the wild, you can encounter numerous monsters during the Jungle Event. Keep an eye out for the following:

  • Research-Pikachu*
  • Hoothoot
  • Larvitar*
  • Wadribie
  • Rotomurf
  • Waumboll
  • Lithomith*
  • Raupy*
  • Myrapla*
  • Digda*
  • Dusselgurr*
  • Kiesling*

Pokémon through Photo Bombs

If you take a snapshot of a Pokémon, like your buddy, during the event, this photo might be interrupted. If this happens, you will encounter one of the following monsters and can try to catch it:

  • Meowth*
  • Woingenau*

The new Pokémon Zarude

As with other events, there will also be a special research task for this one. As a reward, you will receive the Dark-type Pokémon Zarude for the first time. This Pokémon is the focus of the new movie and thus cannot be missing in Pokémon GO.

Zarude (via pokemon.com)

This Pokémon belongs to the Dark and Grass types. It has neither a pre-evolution nor a further evolution. You can recognize it by its black, ape-like body, red eyes, and green rings on its arms.

All Bonuses for the Jungle Event

In addition to numerous Pokémon, there will also be some bonuses for you during the Jungle Event. Below we have summarized everything for you:

Also, keep an eye out for photo bombs in the snapshots. Maybe you can discover Jessi and James here as well.

More about Pokémon GO:

What do you think of the Jungle Event? Which Pokémon are you most looking forward to? And which bonus do you definitely not want to miss? Feel free to share your opinion with us here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other trainers.

The Jungle Event is not really your thing? In the coming weeks, there will be a lot going on in Pokémon GO. We have taken a look at which events are coming up in October and which ones are most worthwhile for you.

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Roccat Syn Pro Air Test: Good Sound with Weak Software

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 9 minutes

Roccat has introduced the Syn Pro Air, a wireless gaming headset with RGB lighting. MeinMMO has thoroughly tested the device and reveals how good it is.

The most important points at a glance:

  • The Roccat Syn Pro Air is a wireless gaming headset with a detachable microphone and RGB lighting.
  • The gaming headset costs 149.99 euros, placing it in the upper price range.
  • In tests, the device delivers neutral sound and a good microphone. The ergonomics may not suit every head equally.

Which headset is it? The Roccat Syn Pro Air is a wireless gaming headset from Roccat. The manufacturer Roccat relies on proprietary wireless technology combined with RGB lighting.

How did we test? We have thoroughly tested the gaming headset for 2 months on the computer and on the PlayStation 4. We mainly played and listened to music. 

At the beginning, we had a few technical problems in combination with other Roccat devices. After receiving assistance from support, the problems no longer appeared, and the headset can be used without any issues. We are using the NEON software in version 0.9.3-beta.
Features and technical details:
DesignOver-Ear/Closed
Connection typeWireless connection (radio) or USB cable
Frequencies12 Hz – 20 kHz
CompatibilityPC, Xbox, and PlayStation, smartphone (with USB-C adapter)
Weight286 grams (without microphone)
Included itemsHeadset, detachable microphone, quick start guide, USB-C adapter, USB-A dongle, charging cable (USB-C)
Price (RRP)149.99 €

Roccat Pro Air in detail

In the following section, we will introduce you to the gaming headset in detail. We will cover the following aspects:

  • Included items
  • Design and build
  • Processing
  • Software

After that, we will explain how the headset performs in practice. We will focus on audio and speech quality and also check the connection strength.

Included items

What accessories are included? The included items for the wireless headset are extensive. Besides the headset, you get:

  • a detachable microphone
  • a USB-C adapter
  • the USB-A dongle for the wireless connection
  • the USB-C charging cable for the headset.

The obligatory manual is also included in the box.

Roccat Syn Pro Air and accessories.

Design and build

What does the headset look like? The headset generally comes in a simple black color and does not use color accents. The ear cushions and the frame are all in black.

When the headset is connected to your computer, the subtle RGB lighting on both ear cups activates. The lighting can be synchronized with other Roccat devices.

The subtle lighting on the Roccat Syn Pro Air

The power button, volume control for sound and microphone are all built into the headset’s body. Here is also the USB-C port used for charging the headset. When the microphone is flipped up, it mutes the microphone.

The headset is connected to the PC via a USB-A dongle. There is no option to use the device via cable or headphone jack.

The Roccat Syn Pro Air from the front on the head.

How does the device fit? The Roccat Syn Pro Air is an over-ear headset: This means that the headset is completely worn over the ears and the ears sit inside the ear cushions. The microphone is detachable. If you only want to use the device for music or gaming, you can either flip the microphone up or completely detach it.

Drivers of the headset

Roccat uses 50 mm neodymium drivers with a frequency range of 15 Hz – 20 kHz for their gaming headset.

Processing

What we like: The headset is well made and sits stably and securely on the head. The plastic body of the headset makes a good impression. Both the ear cups and the headband cushions are neatly and properly stitched.

What we don’t like: When looking at comparable or cheaper gaming headsets such as the AOC GH300, which MeinMMO tested, other manufacturers use better materials such as metal or aluminum-reinforced headbands.

Roccat relies entirely on plastic for the entire body, and the height adjustment of the ear cups also uses plastic rails. We cannot tell you how long this will hold up under prolonged use. In the approximately two months of testing, no signs of wear have appeared yet. 

It is still surprising why Roccat uses only plastic in a headset for 150 euros. It is also unfortunate that the ear cushions are firmly sewn. They are not detachable.

Software

What we like about the software: We adjust the headset settings through Roccat’s new NEON software. Roccat has visibly made an effort to streamline the program compared to the previous Swarm software.

The software displays all important features and functions. Here we can adjust the sound, see the battery status, and configure the equalizer. We can also adjust the RGB lighting here.

What is less successful: Overall, the entire software does not seem really intuitive. You have to click through the colorful menus and the colors are not always perfectly coordinated (e.g., with the volume control).

Additionally, some explanations are missing within the program. We have to listen through the functions to find out how the settings affect the sound. Currently, there is also no option to save profiles.

Furthermore, after installing NEON, you have to additionally download the “Turtle Beach Audio Driver” externally before you can even use the headset.

The software is currently (as of 29.09.2021) only available in English. However, all settings are understandable. At least Roccat has moved away from the German-English mix that is still found in the Swarm software today. The headset is, by the way, not compatible with the Swarm software.

Neat, but crowded. Some settings are hard to see on the black backdrop, like the equalizer.

On the next page, we will show you how the Roccat Syn Pro Air performs in practical tests. We will discuss comfort, sound quality, and the microphone and explain how good the battery life is. Finally, you can read in our conclusion how good the gaming headset is.

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After Sexism Scandal: WoW Removes and Changes Many Emotes

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

World of Warcraft eliminates ambiguities and nasty remarks. Several emotes are being removed, others are being changed – but there are also new ones.

For weeks, the team around World of Warcraft has focused almost entirely on the major sexism and discrimination scandal involving Blizzard. Many developers had to leave or did so voluntarily, and the company is being restructured in several areas. But even in World of Warcraft, offensive or ambiguous things are changing. Emotes are being removed and modified. But there are also a few new ones.

Which emotes are being removed? In total, 4 emotes are being removed from the game without replacement and cannot be used with Patch 9.1.5. These are:

  • /kick
  • /stink
  • /shake
  • /moan

It is interesting that the emote “/kick” only works indirectly, as it is also the chat command to kick people from the group.

Which emotes are being adjusted? A number of emotes have been adjusted or changed, so that the meaning of the sentence does not change when targeting another player. These are:

  • /drool
  • /cough
  • /burp
  • /fart
  • /whistle
  • /spit
  • /moon

Two other emotes now have slightly altered text when targeting another player, which are:

  • /pounce
  • /groan
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Some emotes were too negative and are being swapped out or removed.

These positive emotes are being added: A number of positive or encouraging emotes are being introduced with Patch 9.1.5. These are:

  • /huzzah
  • /magnificent
  • /impressed
  • /wince

Roughly translated, the emotes read as follows:

  • [Player 1] cheers enthusiastically for [Player 2]! Huzzah!
  • [Player 1] nods approvingly at [Player 2]. Excellent work!
  • [Player 1] applauds energetically for [Player 2], clearly impressed.
  • [Player 1] flinches sympathetically. That looks painful!

More updates about World of Warcraft can be found here:

Why is Blizzard doing this? In the latest patch notes, the developers left a brief comment explaining at least roughly why the emotes are being changed or removed. It says (translated):

Some of these emotes may seem harmless at first glance, but when used while another player is targeted, their intentions can unexpectedly become ambiguous or intrusive. We have made some adjustments to these emotes that had negative connotations regarding other players, while we added a few others.

Just a few days ago, Blizzard removed the /spit emote from the game.

What do you think of these measures? Good and sensible? Or is it rather annoying and destroys a part of World of Warcraft?

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Source(s):
  1. wowhead.com

The best submachine guns in CoD Warzone – With tips and setups

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 5 minutes

Submachine guns are strong close-combat fighters in Call of Duty: Warzone, dealing a lot of damage while remaining mobile. MeinMMO lists the currently best SMGs for you here – in the categories of damage, range, and hip fire.

Where do the weapon infos come from? To provide you with the best submachine guns, we at MeinMMO regularly look at the latest trends from players, review analyses, and add a dose of our own experience.

Submachine guns are divided into 3 categories in Warzone:

To keep you updated on which submachine guns are currently popular and strong in Warzone, we regularly update the list for you and report on any changes in the weapon meta. In our selection, we pay attention to a good balance between control and damage, so there might be stronger alternatives that are harder to play.

Important sources can be found at the bottom of the article and you can find our comprehensive list of all the best weapons in Warzone here.

Update September 30, 2021: The AUG from CoD MW is currently considered a little insider tip among damage SMGs. We have added the “old” AUG as an alternative.

MP5 from CoD MW – The best submachine gun with high damage

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Warzone: MP5 CoD MW Setup

  • Barrel: Suppressor (integrated, Monolithic)
    • ADS penalties, but more range, bullet speed, and sound suppression
  • Stock: FTAC foldable
    • Increases vertical recoil but improves almost all mobility stats
  • Underbarrel: Merc Foregrip
    • Slightly decreases mobility but improves vertical and horizontal recoil
  • Ammunition: 45-round magazine
    • More shots, more damage potential – but ADS penalties
  • Perk: Sleight of Hand
    • Improves reload speed

What makes the MP5 from CoD MW strong? After some changes to the SMGs, the “old” MP5 is back at the top in damage. Chest shots can take out enemies in 526 milliseconds: a top value for submachine guns. And you only need one headshot to further reduce this time to 451 milliseconds.

Furthermore, the MP5 is quite stable and maintains full damage with the suggested setup up to just under 11 meters. Due to its stability, you can even use the MP5 from CoD MW at medium distances, though the damage isn’t as impressive then.

This good control and high damage make the MP5 so strong. But if you are looking for a more mobile variant, try the OTs 9 or the MP5 from Cold War.

More on the topic
What is mobility in CoD Warzone and why is it so important?
von Maik Schneider

Pros & Cons of the MP5 from CoD MW

Pro
  • Very good damage
  • Good control
  • Strong headshots in close combat
Contra
  • Sprinting-to-firing could be better
  • Little damage over 20 meters

Alternatives among damage SMGs

Bullfrog – The best submachine gun with range

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Warzone: Bullfrog Setup

  • Muzzle: GRU Muzzle Brake
    • Decreases mobility but suppresses shots, adds range and bullet speed
  • Barrel: 10.6″ Tactical
    • More range and bullet speed, but slightly higher recoil
  • Laser: Tiger Team Spotlight
    • Improves mobility
  • Stock: KGB Skeletal Stock
    • Helps sprint-to-fire speed and ADS speed, but reduces hip fire
  • Underbarrel: Startup Grip
    • Increases movement speed, improves hip fire

What makes the Bullfrog strong? The Bullfrog can do almost everything, but it falls behind in damage. However, this disadvantage offers a wide range of advantages in return:

  • Very large standard magazine with 50 rounds
  • Low recoil for easy control
  • Good range for an SMG

You will need 639 milliseconds in the first damage range for a kill with chest shots, and if you land a headshot, the TTK drops to 559 milliseconds. With the setup above, this applies to kills within 16.5 meters. To land your hits, you get 50 shots without additional attachments, theoretically allowing you to take out 5 enemies in a row – with 9 hits per kill.

More on the topic
CoD Warzone: How to Level Up the New Weapons from Cold War the Fastest
von Maik Schneider

Pros & Cons of the Bullfrog

Pro
  • High range for an SMG
  • Good control
  • Large magazines
Contra
  • Time-to-kill a bit high

Alternatives among range SMGs

  • MAC-10 – More range, higher fire rate, but Open-Bolt Delay

MP7 – The best submachine gun for hip fire

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Warzone: MP7 Setup

  • Muzzle: Suppressor (Monolithic)
    • ADS penalties, but more range, bullet speed, and sound suppression
  • Laser: 5mW Laser
    • Helps sprint-to-fire speed and improves hip fire
  • Stock: No Stock
    • Increases vertical recoil but boosts mobility and hip fire
  • Underbarrel: Merc Foregrip
    • Slightly decreases mobility but improves vertical and horizontal recoil
  • Ammunition: 60-round magazine
    • More shots, more damage potential – but decreases mobility

What makes the MP7 strong? The MP7 has already thrilled multiplayer players in CoD MW with its hip fire capabilities and can do the same in Warzone. With this playstyle, you do not aim down sights (ADS) in close combat but simply hold down the trigger “from the hip.” This saves you the time of aiming down sights and gives you an advantage against other SMGs in close combat.

The MP7 features a very tight spread pattern, and even at 10 meters, your bullets still hit reliably. Though not as reliably as when aimed down sights – but thanks to its high fire rate, the time-to-kill only increases by 63 milliseconds per missed shot. This allows for 3 to 4 shots to go astray before your opponent is on your sights.

However, by specializing in hip fire, it suffers in other skills. Despite its controllable base recoil, the MP7 is still usable up to 20 meters, but don’t expect miracles.

Pros & Cons of the MP7

Pro
  • Top-class hip fire
  • Very vertical recoil
  • High fire rate
Contra
  • Time-to-kill rises nearly 200 ms at 11.5 meters

Alternatives among hip fire SMGs

After the nerf of the MP5 from Cold War, currently only the MP7 is worthwhile as a pure hip fire SMG in Warzone.

Get better in Warzone:

Your weapons determine your play style, and once you find the right firearms that you feel comfortable with, it is a significant advantage.

Try out different ones, always look at the current meta weapons, but also let your preferences guide you. The best OP weapon won’t bring victories if you don’t enjoy using it. The same goes for match strategies. There are indeed rather sure ways to get to the endgame, but sometimes you just don’t feel like undertaking countless reconnaissance missions.

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Source(s):
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Battlefield 2042: 3 interesting details that the trailer for the open beta reveals already

Tarek Zehrer Tarek Zehrer Reading time 4 minutes

Recently, we finally found out when the open beta for Battlefield 2042 will start. It begins next week. Here are some details that the trailer reveals in advance.

When does the open beta start? Next week on Tuesday the preload begins. On Wednesday, the early access phase starts, allowing players to get in 2 days earlier.

Here are the official dates:

  • The preload starts on October 5 at 9:00 AM.
  • The early access phase starts on October 6 at 9:00 AM and runs until October 7.
  • From October 8 at 9:00 AM, all players can participate.
  • The beta ends on October 10 at 9:00 AM.

But what exactly can we expect in the beta? EA has not yet released specific details about the scope. However, there is the trailer that reveals some details. We picked out 3 of them for you and will delve deeper.

But first, you can watch the trailer here:

This is the trailer for the open beta.

The trailer shows which map you will play on

Which map is available in the beta? Unless another map is announced, the map “Orbital” will be playable in the open beta.

From leaks, we already know that this map was included in the technical alpha of Battlefield 2042. Thus, there is even leaked gameplay, which may not necessarily be representative of the beta.

The map has a rocket silo, and during the trailer, you can see how this rocket launches. But before it can actually lift off, it is destroyed, which looks spectacular:

A tornado is also visible in the trailer. So there will be events during a match that can significantly shake up a round.

  • Before the launch, the rocket explodes, and it looks impressive.
  • A tornado sweeps over the map and takes everything with it.

On PC and the new consoles, up to 128 players will be on a map. So you can look forward to massive battles.

New Specialist Dozer – What does he bring?

What kind of specialist is this? A clever player on Reddit identified a new specialist in the trailer. The community manager F8RGE has already confirmed that this one has not yet been introduced.

According to his comments, it is Santiago “Dozer” Espinoza. What exactly the new specialist can do, the developers are still keeping under wraps.

A player speculates that he may have some kind of support role, but F8RGE hints in his response that he could be wrong. (via reddit.com)

A hint about the specialist’s characteristics should be his weaponry. (via reddit)

Which specialists are currently known? So far, four specialists have been introduced:

  • Assault – Mobile soldier for the front
  • Support – Support unit, also medic
  • Engineer – Responsible for heavy equipment
  • Recon – Often stays in the background, scouts enemies or hinders them

However, a total of 10 specialists are supposed to be available at launch. What roles the others will take remains to be seen.

Interface and display details

What does this mean? The trailer reveals several gameplay scenes from the game. The HUB and all in-game displays are shown directly.

For instance, you can see numerous elements of the HUD, but also hit markers, assist and kill markers. This gives you an idea of what it will be like when you rush across the maps and enter the battle.

  • A kill is confirmed by a white skull.
  • An assist is indicated by a white hand.
  • Hit markers are red, but not particularly noticeable.
  • Overall, the HUD is kept minimalistic and consists of three colors: Blue, Green, and Orange.
  • Assist marker
  • Kill marker

When is Battlefield 2042 coming out? The shooter is set to be released on November 19, 2021, for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

However, there will be some differences between the new and old consoles. For instance, on PS4 and Xbox One, a maximum of 64 players will be possible in a match, and the maps are expected to be significantly smaller.

How about you? Will you try the beta? On which platform will you be participating?

If you are going to play on PC, you might be interested in the recommendations for your hardware: Battlefield 2042 shows system requirements for the open beta – Requires a lot of storage space.

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LoL: European team surprisingly misses Worlds 2021 – reportedly parts ways with their star

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 3 minutes

The European team G2 Esports was actually set for the League of Legends World Championship 2021. In fact, they had strengthened their roster with superstar Rekkles at the end of 2020 to win the Worlds this time. However, it seems that the paths are finally parting.

What about Rekkles and G2 Esports?

Now the website DotEsports reports that G2 Esports is trying out new players for the position and wants to sell Rekkles.

G2 Esports in transition after weak season, there is no replacement for Rekkles yet

What happens to Rekkles? According to DotEsports, players and members of G2 Esports have been informed that Rekkles will leave the team. Currently, they are still looking for a buyer, as the AD Carry has a contract until November 2023.

Allegedly, direct rival Vitality has expressed interest in Rekkles. Initially, management resisted selling within the league, but now a sale is theoretically possible.

A transfer to another region, such as America or even China, is also possible.

Who replaces Rekkles? This is still uncertain. However, various AD Carries from Europe are said to have tried out for G2.

What else is happening at G2? Besides Rekkles, other players are also reportedly for sale (via DotEsports):

  • Top laner Martin “Wunder” Hansen is reportedly on the market for 2 million Euros
  • Support Mihael “Mikyx” Mehle for 1.5 million
  • Head coach Fabian “GrabbZ” Lohmann for nearly 160,000 Euros

All these team members are currently under contract until November 2022.

Only midlaner Rasmus “Caps” Borregaard Winther is considered secured for the upcoming season. He has already extended his contract early until 2023.

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Caps (left) and Rekkles (right) were long rivals and faced each other in 2020 as well. This year they were supposed to win together and failed.

Stars often move to America and “cash in” on the contract

What makes a move to America so attractive? Aside from Team Vitality, a transfer of Rekkles to the American LCS seems the most likely.

In the past, many international stars have moved to the States. The teams there can afford high transfer fees and good contracts:

They all are said to earn more with the American teams than with their employers in other regions.

More about LoL on MeinMMO:

Already on October 5, the LoL Worlds 2021 will start, and three teams from Europe are fighting for the international title. To get in the mood for the event, Riot Games has released a new song. Included in the video is also player Rekkles:

Riot shows new song to LoL Worlds 2021: “The animations are incredible”

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FIFA 22 shows how it finally wants to make its E-Sport big

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 2 minutes

EA has just published the new plans for the e-sports season of FIFA 22. We will tell you how the Global Series and other competitions will work.

If FIFA 22 is more than a hobby for you and you want to be among the best players in the world, you can try to participate in the FIFAe tournaments. Or maybe you prefer to watch and learn the techniques of the professionals?

We will tell you what tournaments there will be and how they will be run.

These competitions are available: There will be a total of three different e-sports competitions in the FIFA 22 season. One for solo players and two 2-vs-2 competitions. They are:

  • The FIFAe Club Series 2022
  • The FIFAe Nations Series 2022
  • EA SPORTS FIFA 22 Global Series

At the end of each competition, there will be a big final tournament in the summer of 2022.

Who can participate? In theory, any FIFA player who registers and qualifies can participate in the various competitions. However, it will likely require a lot of skill to compete with the best players.

On which platform will it be played? So far, EA has not released any information about the participating platforms. However, the competitions are likely to take place on the next-gen versions on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, as only these provide innovations like HyperMotion.

An overview of the various FIFA competitions

This is the FIFA 22 Global Series: This competition is aimed at FIFA solo players who compete against each other with their Ultimate Teams to crown the best FIFA 22 player. The Global Series begins with various online tournaments in ten global regions and ends with the FIFAe World Cup 2022.

Registration can be done from October 4, 2021.

A timeline overview of the tournaments.

This is the FIFAe Club Series: In this competition, two-person teams compete against each other in various tournaments to determine the best team in the world at the FIFAe Club World 2022.

Registration starts on October 5, 2021.

This is the FIFAe Nation Series: The FIFAe Nation Series is a competition between countries, where two-person teams from different countries compete against each other. It starts with the FIFAe Nations Qualifiers, where only the best countries advance to the playoffs. The final will take place at the FIFAe Nations Cup 2022.

What do you think of the FIFA competitions? Will you follow them live? Or will you try your luck yourself? Let us know in the comments.

If you want to improve your playstyle, we have a few tricks you should know:

FIFA 22: Learn these 6 tricks now to score more goals

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FIFA 22: TOTW 2 is live and improves 3 Bundesliga players

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 3 minutes

The second Team of the Week in FIFA 22 is known. The TOTW 2 equips some players with strong special cards.

What is the TOTW? In the TOTW, each week players who have made significant contributions in real football with strong performances are featured. They receive a so-called “Inform” card that reflects this performance.

In addition, there is always a “Featured” card in the new TOTW. This is a weaker player who gets a few extra points.

How do you get TOTW cards? The TOTW is released every Wednesday at 7:00 PM. From that moment on, the cards are available in packs. The TOTW 2 will even be released just before the official FIFA 22 release.

With a lot of luck, you can pull the players from packs, for example from those you receive through the Division Rivals rewards. Another way is the transfer market, where the cards will also appear quickly.

However, they are usually quite expensive just after release. So you need quite a bit of coins to buy good TOTW cards. How to get them, we will show you in our trading tips for FIFA 22.

Now let’s look at the FIFA 22 Team of the Week 2.

The TOTW 2 in FIFA 22 is well-rounded

This is the TOTW 2: Several leagues are gaining strong additions in the new TOTW. In the Premier League, Gabriel Jesus (86) is likely to find many fans. LaLiga gains a boosted Benzema (90), as well as interesting defenders like Navas and Dest.

The Italian league can look forward to quite good cards with Barella (86), Osimhen (83), and featured player Felipe Anderson (84).

And the Bundesliga is represented with 3 Inform players.

FIFA 22 TOTW 2
The new TOTW 2 in FIFA 22

TOTW 2 Starting XI:

  • GK: Hradecky (85)
  • RB: Jesus Navas (86)
  • CB: Aritz Elustondo (82)
  • LB: Dest (81)
  • CM: Barella (86)
  • CAM: Nkunku (84)
  • CDM: Zakaria (83)
  • FW: Benzema (90)
  • RW: Gabriel Jesus (86)
  • RW: Felipe Anderson (84)
  • ST: Osimhen (83)

TOTW 2 Bench:

  • GK: Costil (82)
  • CB: Hause (81)
  • CM: Fofana (82)
  • LM: Smith Rowe (81)
  • ST: Onuachu (82)
  • ST: Arthur Cabral (81)
  • ST: Okaka (81)
  • CB: Wahlqvist (76)
  • LM: Brereton Diaz (78)
  • CM: Van Amersfoort (76)
  • ST: Lapadula (79)
  • ST: Nilsson (74)

More about FIFA 22 on MeinMMO:

The Bundesliga in TOTW 2

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3 strong Bundesliga cards

These Bundesliga players are included: In the TOTW 2, three players from the Bundesliga are featured. And they are not bad at all.

  • Hradecky received an 85-rated card. The goalkeeper is quite a popular choice for Bundesliga teams at the start. If you’re looking for an upgrade here, now is the chance.
  • Nkunku from RB Leipzig offers good values on dribbling and passing, but also boasts decent pace. The 84-rated card looks like a very strong CAM.
  • Zakaria, on the other hand, takes care of the defensive midfield. And he should handle that without problems, given the new card: speed, defense, and physicality are strongly represented on the 83-rated card.

If you want to build a Bundesliga team but don’t have too many coins yet, check here: We show you a cheap Bundesliga starter team for FUT.

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Riot shows new song for LoL Worlds 2021: „The animations are amazing“

Tarek Zehrer Tarek Zehrer Reading time 3 minutes

The World Championship for League of Legends, the Worlds 2021, starts next week. On this occasion, Riot Games has now released the new anthem “Burn It All Down” with the US rock band PVRIS. An epic music video has also been created that is being celebrated by fans.

What kind of anthem is this? For every World Championship, Riot traditionally releases a song including a video. The video is elaborately animated and generally summarizes the events of the championship from the previous year but also gives a small preview of the upcoming tournament.

Typically, the participants of the respective World Championship are also featured. From last year, for example, Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok (T1) or Martin “Rekkles” Larsson (then Fnatic) are included.

The latest video for the song Burn It All Down with the band PVRIS has been available since last night and has already recorded over 3 million views. The fans’ comments are enthusiastic.

You can watch it here:

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Animations impress the fans – “are way too good”

What can be seen in the video? Impressive animations depict numerous LoL pros. The video blends realistic representation with typical elements from LoL and recreates the events of the Worlds 2020.

This is what fans say about the video: The reactions to the new anthem and the accompanying video are almost overwhelming. The animations and the collaboration with the band PVRIS receive particular praise.

According to The Esports Writer, over 100 animation technicians and five studios were involved in the creation of the video. It apparently took five months to complete the video. (via Twitter)

Especially the animations are celebrated by fans, and you can find numerous comments like these examples on YouTube:

  • “The animations are incredible! Congratulations to the hundreds of animators who brought this extraordinary vision to life over the last eight months!”
  • “What Arcane [the LoL series] and the anthem of the Worlds tell us: The animators got a raise.”
  • “League never disappoints when it comes to animation. I wonder what it feels like to see yourself animated as a game character.”

The video has, as of now (September 29, 5:55 PM), around 3.1 million views and over 16,000 comments. Additionally, there are over 320,000 thumbs up, compared to about 6000 dislikes.

Some fans are also joking about which LoL pros are prominently featured in the video.

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Pros like Rekkles play a big role – are not even participating in 2021

Why exactly is there mockery? Some fans are amused by the presence of certain pros in the video. For example, Rekkles is one of the main figures, even though he is not making it to the Worlds 2021.

His team could not qualify for the World Championship; G2 Esports is missing in this tournament. This leads to minor discussions and some players amuse themselves about it.

For instance, doublej107 writes: “Riot must have been pretty angry when G2 didn’t make it to the Worlds” (via reddit),

However, The Esports Writer also has a response to this: The role distribution of the players was already determined by Riot and the studio Haoliners back in February.

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Apparently, at that time, they expected G2 to qualify for the Worlds 2021 and that Rekkles would also play a role in the upcoming tournament. Clearly, they miscalculated.

When does it actually start? The Worlds 2021 start on October 5 and run until November 6.

Lastly, another blunder from the developers made headlines:

Riot Games apologizes for embarrassing blunder before LoL Worlds 2021 – “Disrespectful”

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New World: How to find the Bloomcap for potions and the quest ‘Weakness of the Ego’

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

The Petal Cap is a mushroom in New World used for potions and the quest “Weakness of the Ego”. We at MeinMMO reveal where you can find it and how to harvest it.

Where can you find the Petal Cap? The Petal Cap is a mushroom that you can obtain from Petal Cap Fronds. However, this plant only grows in a specific area, namely around the city of Windsward.

Outside of this area, it does not exist, making it a relatively rare material. The Petal Cap is also currently being farmed by many players at the start, so the spawn points are often contested.

A larger gathering of the mushroom can be found at the transition to the area First Light in the south of Windsward, as the map NewWorld-Map shows:

New World Petal Cap
Here you can find the Petal Cap (via NewWorld-Map.com)

In general, we recommend this map to find other resources like Iron or Oil.

What is the Petal Cap used for? This special mushroom has two important functions:

  • On one hand, you need it for certain potions that you can craft in the profession Arcana
  • On the other hand, it is part of the quest “Weakness of the Ego”

When can you harvest Petal Caps? For this mushroom, you need Harvesting level 30. You also need a sickle to harvest the mushroom.

More guides to New World on MeinMMO:

New World finally celebrated its release yesterday, on September 28, but has been struggling with queue issues since then. The server capacities of Amazon were simply not enough to handle the influx of players.

We are covering the release and the coming days in our live ticker: New World is online – Live ticker for release, servers, and queues

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FIFA 22: Best young midfield talents in career mode – CM, CAM & CDM

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 2 minutes

Here you will find the best talents in the positions CAM, CM, and CDM for the career mode of FIFA 22. MeinMMO shows you the midfielders with the greatest potential as well as strong and still affordable midfield talents.

Midfield players are the most versatile players on the football field and can create danger in attack or provide additional security in front of the defense. We present to you the best young midfield talents for the career mode.

In total, the midfield covers 3 positions:

  • CAM – Central attacking midfielders often have a lack of physicality but are fast, can dribble, and pass.
  • CM – Central midfielders are all-round talents and can do a bit of everything.
  • CDM – These are a bit bulkier and bring more physical and defensive strengths to the game, but they often lack in technique.

So you can pick out the best and/or cheapest talents with potential at the start of your career, here on MeinMMO is the comprehensive overview of talents in the central positions. We show you the best as well as strong talents that are affordable.

You can find the best talents with the highest potential in all positions here:

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Best Midfield Talents with the Greatest Potential in Career

These are the best midfield talents: We show you the best midfielders for the career of FIFA 22 who are a maximum of 23 years old. However, the list also includes well-known talents like Phil Foden or Kai Havertz, who are not exactly easy to obtain due to their high market value.

PlayerAgeOverall ValuePotentialPositionMarket Value
Phil Foden218492CAM, LW, CM€94.5M
Kai Havertz228492CAM, ST, CM€94.5M
Pedri188191CM€54M
Ryan Gravenberch197890CM, CDM€33M
Florian Wirtz187889CAM, CM€29.5M
Jude Bellingham187989CM, LM€37M
Eduardo Camavinga187889CM, CDM€29.5M
Federico Valverde228389CM€58M
Mason Mount228389CAM, CM, RW€58.5M
Jamal Musiala187688CAM, LM€17.5M
Pedro Goncalves238188CM, RW€51.5M
Takefusa Kubo207588CM, RM, CAM€13.5M
Martin Odegaard228288CAM, CM€49M
Nicolo Rovella197087CM, CDM€4.1M
Harvey Elliot187387CM, RW€7M
Giovanni Reyna187787CAM, LM, RM€22M
Dani Olmo238287CAM, ST€46M
Nicolo Zaniolo217887CAM, RM€31.5M
Dominik Szoboszlai207787CAM, LM€23M
Declan Rice228287CDM, CM€43M

Affordable Midfield Talents with the Best Price-Performance Ratio

Here we present to you 10 players with a maximum potential of 87 who are not too expensive and have a market value of no more than €10M. These can particularly help you at the start of your career when the budget is still a bit tight.

PlayerAgeOverall ValuePotentialPositionMarket Value
Nicolo Rovella197087CM, CDM€4.1M
Harvey Elliot187387CM, RW€7M
Caden Clark186686CAM, CM€2.4M
Fabio Carvalho186786CAM, CM€2.6M
Nico Melamed207486CAM, LM, RM€10M
Billy Gilmour207286CM, CDM€5.5M
Thiago Almada207486CAM, LW, RW€10M
Santiago Gimenez207186CAM, ST€4.5M
Gavi166685CM€2.1M
Romeo Lavia176285CDM€1.2M

What do you think about the midfield talents? Which ones will you get for your team? Let us know in the comments!

If you are more active in Ultimate Team than in Career Mode, then we have put together a strong Bundesliga starter squad for you:

FIFA 22: Here is a strong Bundesliga starter team for little coins

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Diablo 2: Player spends hours farming in vain because he misspelled a letter

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

The grind for new items is pretty much THE endgame content of Diablo 2: Resurrected. Ambitious players invest many hours here for an improvement. It’s particularly bitter when a small mistake ruins all the hard work…

What did the player farm for? In Diablo 2, there are not only particularly strong items in the form of legendaries or sets, but also so-called rune words. Rune words enhance non-magical items by placing the corresponding runes in the correct order into the sockets.

The rune word transforms an otherwise weak item into one of the strongest in the game. One of these words is “Strength,” which can be used in a chest armor. It grants, among other things:

  • a 20% chance of casting Frost Armor at level 15 when you are attacked
  • faster casting rate as well as increased damage and defense
  • the ability to knock back enemies or deal double damage

Thus, Strength is one of the most popular rune words for any build that focuses on physical damage or for melee mercenaries. It is also one of the more important words, similar to the 18 rune words you should definitely remember.

What happened now? The player and Reddit user Vetoes wanted to create a chest plate with exactly this rune word. The problem: he swapped two runes. Instead of the required “ElSolDolLo,” he used the runes “ElSolDolIo” in the armor:

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This rune word doesn’t exist. A single letter has thus ruined his plan to build one of the best items for himself or his companion.

It’s particularly frustrating because the grind can take many hours. Non-magical items with four socket slots are hard to find and usually obtained only after many hours in the cow level. The runes themselves can also take a while to obtain.

Certain items can even bring in quite a lot of money:

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Wrong letter, wrong rune – No effect

Can this still be saved? Fortunately, all is not lost. With a certain recipe from the Horadric Cube, the runes can be removed from the chest piece. To do this, the item simply needs to be placed in the cube with a “Hel” rune.

Overall, runes are easier to obtain than a socketed item, which means Vetoes can hopefully save himself some work. However, he still has to endure the mockery – some users claim that the name sounds a bit Spanish: “El Soldolio”

In fact, this problem doesn’t seem to be that rare. Several other players have reported similar experiences, particularly with weapons. So always remember: check if the runes REALLY match before inserting them.

Equally frustrating is when you simply hand valuable items over to the nearest vendor. This can happen quickly, especially to newcomers:

These items you should never sell to vendors in Diablo 2: Resurrected

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