CoD Vanguard: Pros disagree whether you die too fast or too slow

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The upcoming Call of Duty: Vanguard has been extensively played in the beta, and the time it takes to kill (TTK) is being controversially discussed. There is disagreement among experts. Some professionals believe that the TTK is the fastest, while streamers like XQc argue the opposite. Find out everything about the topic on MeinMMO.

What is the TTK? The term TTK stands for “Time to Kill”. This refers to the time in a shooter it takes, on average, to take down an opponent. Games with high TTK, like Apex Legends, often require tactical gameplay, as you rarely take down opponents in one go. Conversely, games with low TTK are likely to demand aggressive, dynamic gameplay, as you quickly eliminate enemies if you shoot faster than they do.

It applies:

  • The lower the TTK, the faster and more action-packed the game – Every mistake is fatal
  • The higher the TTK, the slower and more tactical the game – Mistakes can be compensated, and you may even escape from opponents

In the Vanguard Beta, players were able to get a sense of the TTK in Vanguard, and no matter how one assesses it, it is not what many players want.

TTK is definitely a problem

What does JGOD say? The streamer and CoD expert JGOD has looked at the TTK in the multiplayer of Vanguard and is not satisfied with it. According to him, the TTK is far too low and resembles the TTK of the notorious multiplayer mode of Modern Warfare from 2019.

This means you die very quickly, and thus you can hardly afford to make mistakes. A burst of fire and you’re down. However, according to JGOD, this does not lead to dynamic gameplay, but rather to too much camping.

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Because the time to return from sprinting to firing position would be “ridiculously low”. Therefore, it makes much more sense to just sit somewhere and already have an optimal firing angle, into which an opponent would likely stray soon.

Dynamic “run and gun” gameplay would be rather rare, as one is largely defenseless while sprinting. For JGOD, it would be better if the developers increased the TTK by adding more hit points to the operators and adjusting the weapons. However, he considers it unlikely that such changes will happen.

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What does XqC say? Curiously, the streamer XQc sees it completely differently. He also played the Vanguard Beta over the weekend, but he found the TTK far too long. In a situation where XQc is even camping and expecting opponents, an enemy runs in front of him, and he can barely take him down with great difficulty. Then the next opponent comes, and even he takes a few bullets before he takes out the streamer with his Thompson gun.

This frustrates XQc, as he thought he had landed enough hits:

How can it be that I hit him eight times and he doesn’t fall? What is this? Compared to other CoD games, people here are so damn “tanky”. This is broken, the TTK is crap! That’s why players here will soon all run around with damn drum magazines. Then they just keep their finger on the trigger. This is bullshit! It promotes sloppy and stupid gameplay!

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For XQc, the TTK, which he considers too high, is a reason why the meta will likely shift toward wild running types with drum magazines – like the Thompson gun – where everyone just runs around shooting wildly.

How high is the TTK in Vanguard actually? The opinions of players and professionals appear to diverge, but an analysis by YouTuber and expert TheXclusiveAce shows that the TTK in Vanguard is around 300 milliseconds.

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In Modern Warfare, it was 196, and in Cold War, it was 322. Thus, according to this statistic, the TTK is definitely higher than in Modern Warfare and somewhat lower than in Cold War, where it was already perceived as very high.

Of course, the info on CoD Vanguard is based on the alpha and beta, and a lot could change before the release in November.

CoD Vanguard, by the way, brings many more discrepancies with it. For some players, it is a hit, while for others, it is a cheekiness.

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Fans file a lawsuit against Genshin Impact because they are unhappy about a skill

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Unhappy fans file a lawsuit against Genshin Impact because the abilities of two specific characters do not work together. MeinMMO describes what exactly is going on and how it came to this.

Which characters and skills are involved? It concerns the skills of characters named Raiden Shogun and Beidou. Raiden Shogun was introduced in September as a new character in Genshin Impact, and her skill descriptions were not clear for many players.

Everyone assumed that Raiden Shogun and Beidou would complement each other well with their special abilities. Beta testers also leaked earlier that both special abilities would work together. However, after the release of Raiden Shogun, this was no longer the case.

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It is about the ability “Thunder Shield” within Beidou’s special ability.

The ability “Thunder Shield” states: “Creates a chain lightning when hitting with normal attacks and heavy strikes, bouncing between enemies (…)”. If you switch to another character after using this ability, the chain lightning remains and deals additional damage when you hit with attacks.

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It is about the ability “Musou Isshin” within Raiden Shogun’s special ability.

Also, the description of Raiden Shogun’s special ability speaks of: “In this state, Shogun Raiden attacks with a katana and deals electro damage with normal attacks, heavy strikes (…)”. Furthermore, the skill states that this damage is considered special ability damage.

Together with the original constellation description “Reduces (…), when normal attacks, heavy strikes (…) hit opponents. (…)” many assumed that the ability works with Beidou. The phrasing was the same as with Beidou’s ability.

This constellation description was adjusted after the release of Raiden Shogun to: “Reduces (…), when attacks with special ability damage from Shogun Raiden hit opponents. (…)” to clear up the confusion.

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Angry and Disappointed Fans File a Lawsuit

Upset about this change and that the characters do not work together, at least two fans file a lawsuit against miHoYo, the creators of Genshin Impact. In a forum post, one of them states that he has filed a lawsuit against miHoYo and also shows a screenshot of an online court portal (via NGA.CN).

The second user also posts in the official Chinese miHoYo forum a complaint about the two characters along with a photo of his username next to a lawyer’s license (via bbs.mihoyo).

What does the Community Say? The community is also not pleased with the whole matter. Genshin Impact itself has also further explained Raiden Shogun’s ability in the official forum (via HoYoLAB). Among them are dissatisfied players:

WHY doesn’t Beidou’s special ability trigger on her (Raiden Shogun’s) special ability? This is the dumbest thing you have ever done. I really hope you fix this.

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damiJESUS demands:

Hello Mihoyo, can people who wanted to play Raiden and Beidou together get a refund? Thanks

Also, user Ophelia_Dusk shares the opinion:

Really??? You release an Electro supporter + battery (Raiden Shogun) and the main off-field Electro DPS (Beidou), who would benefit from it is not compatible??? Absolute s*** show from mihoyo. Fix this.

Why is this a big problem? Money and Gacha. Many assumed based on the original description and the leaks that Beidou and Raiden Shogun would definitely complement each other well. Only for this reason would they have pulled on Raiden Shogun’s banner.

Due to the fact that you might have to spend over 200 euros on a banner to pull for the right character, many are cautious with their precious primogems. Primogems are the in-game currency for pulling on banners, which you also receive for free through events and quests in the game. For when the primogems run out, many reach into their wallets for very specific character combinations.

So it is also with Raiden Shogun. These players particularly feel cheated and fooled by Genshin Impact.

What do you think about the whole thing? Did the Genshin Impact players among you also initially think that the two would harmonize? Feel free to write it in the comments.

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Fortnite: 3 tips to quickly level up your Battle Pass in Season 8

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The battle royale shooter “Fortnite” has caused a lot of change with the new Season 8. Since the quest system has also been revised, MeinMMO presents the 3 best tips on how to quickly earn your XP to complete your Battle Pass.

What happened to the quest system? In the seasons before Season 8, the quests were straightforward. Every Thursday, you received a new set of quests which you could complete throughout the week until the next quest reset on Thursday.

However, now that the stamp cards govern the quest system, the familiar progression is filled with obstacles for some players. We will show you which 3 tips will definitely help you level up.

1. Complete all stamp cards and daily tasks

The quests no longer come in the simple “do this and do that” design, but there is a complete quest page with the respective stamp cards.

What are stamp cards? Stamp cards are a reintroduced form of XP acquisition. In Chapter 2 Season 2, there were stamp cards as well, but in a smaller form. Back then, stamp cards were completed incidentally by fishing or eliminating multiple opponents with an assault rifle.

What’s new now? Epic Games scrapped the old quest system and introduced the new and revised stamp card system. There, you can select a stamp card in a separate tab and the corresponding NPC is automatically marked on your map.

This is what the new stamp card system looks like

Then go to the NPC during a match, let them guide you, complete the tasks, and you’re done with the stamp card. After completing a task, you will automatically be provided with a new task – until all 5 tasks of the stamp card are completed.

Important to note: Try to complete the tasks as much as possible in a team of friends. With the new season, Epic reintroduced group tasks. This means that in a squad of 4 players, each can take on a quest.

By completing in a squad, everyone receives the progress and XP credited. So, in a battle royale round, you can ideally complete four stamp cards in the shortest time.

2. Don’t forget the creative mode

The creative mode in Fortnite is a separate platform to have fun. There, you can play modes created by content creators and unwind with your friends from the stressful battle royale.

But why is this so important? You only get XP by simply entering a creative world. Provided, you stay there for at least 15 minutes. Epic rewards you if you take a few minutes to play these modes.

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You can spend your time on such an island and earn XP while doing so

You can use this XP-gaining method five times a day. There is still an indirect cooldown; otherwise, many players would simply doze off in their created world and wait for the XP to rain down.

So don’t forget, if you don’t feel like the battle royale mode anymore, just do something else in the meantime and leave your character in the creative mode lobby. Then you won’t miss anything.

3. Impostors mode is an XP goldmine

The Impostors mode, added in Season 7, is a real XP goldmine. The mode is not as sweaty as the battle royale mode, but fun and can be played well in a team.

Who is the guilty one?

How can I farm XP there? If you are an agent, complete as many tasks as you can. However, note that you should survive as long as possible to also benefit from the time bonus. If you get caught by a traitor, it would be advantageous not to rage quit but to stay in the lobby. Leaving the lobby early risks losing XP.

As a traitor, you should stretch the match as much as possible and then win. Ideally, you can earn a whopping 17,000 points per round, which is quite impressive for little effort.

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More smaller tips:

  • In battle royale mode, open many chests, eliminate many players, and immediately pick up items
  • Discover remaining undiscovered locations
  • Complete bounties to unlock gold and XP
  • Complete regular NPC tasks on the side

Did you like this guide? What do you think of the new quest system? Do you find it unclear and bad? Or do you think that such a system should have come much earlier? Let us know in the comments!

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Twitch streamer Asmongold says about the latest WoW change: “This doesn’t help women”

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The Twitch streamer Asmongold also comments on the “woman to fruit” incident in World of Warcraft. He is disappointed and upset.

With Patch 9.1.5, Blizzard is making a lot of changes to World of Warcraft. Not all of them only affect gameplay, as some also change artistic aspects of the game. The latest outrage is the change of 2 portraits that are being altered. While one of them could at least roughly pass as “HD version”, the second image replaces a woman with fruit.

Even the big Twitch streamer Asmongold has something to say about it and has a clear opinion. For him, it is something that is done for “people with mental illnesses”.

This is the controversial change in WoW: In Patch 9.1.5, some images in World of Warcraft are being changed that show depictions of women. A lady in a red coat with a deep neckline is dressed significantly more modestly. Elsewhere, the image of a scantily clad, reclining woman is completely replaced – specifically by an image of a fruit platter. This had already provoked significant criticism in the WoW community.

Who is Asmongold? Asmongold was for a long time the biggest streamer for World of Warcraft and still has a large community that is very interested in WoW, even though he is currently primarily playing Final Fantasy XIV, “until Blizzard gets its act together”.

He therefore repeatedly addresses changes to WoW and statements from the developers.

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You are no longer playing a fantasy game, but a vehicle for ideals and moral goals

What did Asmongold say? A lot. He spent nearly 20 minutes discussing the topic in his stream and had much to say. He explained why he finds these changes “pathetic”, why he sees them as bad, and why exactly such things lead to a very strange image of sexuality.

The way they solve the problem with women is by removing the women from the game. […] But why am I so sad about it? Let me explain:

If you see such changes in a game, then you are no longer playing a fantasy game. You are playing a game that is a vehicle for the ideals and moral goals of the people who created the game. You are no longer playing a fantasy game. There is no longer a willing suspension of disbelief.

With this, Asmongold refers to the fact that players like to dive into a fantasy world and enjoy it. However, this is no longer possible once the ideals and views from the real world are too strongly transferred into the fantasy work, leading to a break in immersion, and one constantly has to think of real incidents.

He then further states that hardly anyone cared about such things being changed in the game. People want the employees to be treated fairly; it was not about images in the game. He explains this angrily:

The individual in the picture is not real. She is not being sexually exploited. That is not a problem. Nobody cares about it, except for a few people with mental illnesses, probably on Twitter. […] And the fact that the game is being changed in a way to satisfy these people takes us further away from a fantasy world.

Later, Asmongold goes on to express his fear that a kind of vicious circle is developing here. Now there are people at Blizzard who have to find such “mistakes”. The problem here is that these employees must find mistakes repeatedly to justify their job. Therefore, these adjustments will extend to more and more details until at some point there is a completely sterile world that has nothing to do with a fantasy game.

[…] They are essentially saying: Not covering up is bad in itself. Because by removing something from the game retroactively, they are actually saying that bringing it into the game originally was bad or that something has changed since then, making wearing clothing in this way [as shown in the image] unacceptable. […]

You know what they should have done? They should have left this image as it was and added another one of a guy who isn’t wearing a top. They should have done that. That’s what Final Fantasy does, and everyone finds that okay.

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He then goes through a few other changes, such as the Hearthstone incident, where Jaina was dressed more modestly. Asmongold sarcastically remarked:

Obviously, there is nothing that expresses “Female Empowerment” more than telling women that they can’t wear certain clothing.

What do you think of Asmongold’s opinion? Do you agree with the streamer? Or do you have a completely different view on the topic?

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New trailer for Genshin Impact shows Kokomi – Ruler of the Armies

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Kokomi Sangonomiya will be the latest character in Genshin Impact. A new trailer for her has been released, providing a first taste of Kokomi’s story. What we know about her so far is summarized for you by MeinMMO in this article.

Update from September 20: In line with her release tomorrow, another trailer for her has been released (via YouTube).

Who is Kokomi Sangonomiya? Kokomi is, despite her young age, the “Divine Priestess” of Watatsumi Island, which belongs to Inazuma. She is also the ruler of this island. Furthermore, she leads the army that fights against the forces of Sara Kujou.

Kokomi possesses excellent strategic abilities and insight into military affairs. She is also responsible for foreign policy interests and is the representative for her nation. Her achievements have earned her respect and recognition among the residents of Watatsumi.

In contrast to others, she presents herself as a strong, gentle, and humorous ruler. However, she has a strong fear when facing others, has to engage socially, or give a speech. Kokomi prefers to retreat and quietly read books by Yae that deal with military strategies.

When can you obtain Kokomi? Kokomi will be available on September 21 in the new banner, replacing Raiden Shogun. Kokomi will be available in the banner for three weeks. Just before her release, the trailer was released by Genshin Impact:

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What we already know about the powerful healer Kokomi

What can Kokomi do? Kokomi Sangonomiya is a powerful healer and focuses her elemental and special abilities on exactly this talent. These are her skills and characteristics:

  • Kokomi possesses the divine Hydro Vision
  • She is a 5-star character
  • Her weapon is the catalyst
  • Attack:
    • Normal Attack: Performs up to three attacks that deal Hydro damage
    • Heavy Strike: She uses a certain amount of stamina to summon a school of fish, dealing area Hydro damage
  • Elemental Skill, “Kurage’s Oath”: Summons a “Bake-Kurage,” a jellyfish that has the following properties:
    • Heals team members at certain intervals. Healing is based on Kokomi’s maximum HP
    • Deals Hydro damage to surrounding enemies
    • Kokomi receives the “Wet” status
  • Special Ability, “Nereid’s Ascension”: Kokomi deals Hydro damage to surrounding enemies and envelops them in the “Ceremonial Garment.”
    • “Ceremonial Garment”:
      • Kokomi’s normal attacks, heavy strikes, and the damage from “Bake-Kurage” are increased. The damage increase is based on her maximum HP
      • When Kokomi strikes with her normal attacks and heavy strikes, she restores HP to all team members. HP restoration is based on Kokomi’s maximum HP
      • Increases Kokomi’s resistance to interruptions
      • Allows her to walk on water
      • The effect ends when Kokomi leaves the field

Her Japanese voice acting by MIMORI Suzuko is also very well known. She voices many main characters in anime, including Sora from Digimon, Fiore from Fairy Tail, and Umi Sonoda from Love Live!.

What do you think of Kokomi Sangonomiya? Would she be the perfect healer for your team, or do you prefer characters like Sayu and Barbara? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

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This is what Blizzard says to those who hesitate to buy Diablo 2 Resurrected because of the sexism scandal

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Blizzard, the studio behind World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo, has been embroiled in a scandal for some time. This could affect future sales as many fans now doubt whether they should still support the gaming studio. One of the heads of Diablo 2 Resurrected has a clear message for everyone who is hesitating.

This is what Blizzard says: In an interview with Axios (via Axios), Design Director Rob Gallerani spoke about the remaster of Diablo 2 and the difficulties of the past weeks. Specifically, it is about fans who are unsure whether they should buy Diablo 2.

Many are looking forward to the remaster, but the sexism scandal currently overshadows the release. Gallerani says: ‘It was really concerning to hear all these things and we really want to support our colleagues and staff.’

Addressing the fans, he says they should now do ‘what feels right.’

So those who do not want to buy Diablo 2 should apparently not do so. However, the dialogue with the community is important: ‘We have heard a lot of really positive things, but I don’t think that will ever go away. We will always have to ask.’

What is the scandal about? In July 2021, Activision Blizzard was sued by a California agency for allegedly fostering a so-called ‘frat boy culture’ – roughly: strongly sexist behavior, especially towards women.

There are reports of cocaine in the bathroom and sex in the lounge. The scandal escalated further and has put the community in an uproar.

Ultimately, Blizzard CEO J. Allen Brack even resigned from his position. Instead of him, there is now a new duo at the top. We’ve summarized more about the scandal for you here:

Diablo 2 Resurrected – The first new game since the scandal

What is Diablo 2 Resurrected? Diablo 2 Resurrected, the remaster from the renowned studio Vicarious Visions, is the updated version of the 21-year-old ARPG classic. The main feature of the remaster is the new, modern graphics, for which even the cutscenes have been revamped.

The revamped cinematic from Act One in Diablo 2.

Resurrected will include all content that has been released since 2000 – including the expansion Lord of Destruction and all 7 classes. The spirit of the game is meant to be preserved.

Therefore, the team has changed as little as possible, although Resurrected will not be exactly as you remember it. Some bugs have been fixed, and there are even discussions about new features:

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Diablo 2 remains extremely popular among fans and is still actively played even after 21 years. It is considered a milestone in the ARPG/Hack’n’Slash genre and serves as the direct inspiration for more recent hits such as Path of Exile.

When is Diablo 2 coming out? The release for Resurrected is scheduled for September 23, 2021. The launch is set for 5:00 PM CEST. For the first time, Diablo 2 with Resurrected will be released not only on PC but also on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

You can find all important information about the release in our hub: Diablo 2: Resurrected as a remaster – everything you need to know about the release

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LoL wants to lock up the “biggest troublemakers” for up to 14 days

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In League of Legends , players who go AFK in the middle of a match and no longer participate in the action are a nuisance. Riot Games has finally had enough of this and is imposing even stricter penalties against AFK players and leavers in LoL. Those who leave matches too often will be banned for up to 14 days.

What is the problem with AFK players?

  • In LoL, you can’t simply “forfeit.” Although there is an option to “surrender” after 20 minutes, it requires a vote. Many matches in LoL are decided after just a few minutes. Some players, seeing that they are losing, simply go “AFK” and do nothing until the match ends. Others just leave the game – the so-called “leavers.”
  • When players do this, it is even more frustrating for the rest of their team to play, as they are outnumbered and have no chance of winning. Riot Games states, “AFKs and leavers are the biggest disruptive factor” in LoL.
  • According to Riot Games, 9% of all players “regularly go AFK” or leave a match prematurely. Riot Games is now imposing stricter penalties against these players.

So-called “rage quits” are frowned upon in LoL, but they still happen, as seen with Twitch streamer Ninja:

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Those who waste the time of others will have their time wasted by LoL as punishment

Here is how LoL has punished AFK players so far: Until now, LoL’s penalty for AFK players was a “queue” delay. AFK players must wait for a short time before they can sign up for new games.

This was intended as a kind of “hurdle in the road.” This penalty remains in effect over several games, so it must be served. One cannot simply stop playing LoL for 5 days and then have it removed.

The idea was: If players waste others’ time, they will realize how foolish their own behavior is in wasting others’ time and will stop.

Riot Games states: For most players, the punishment works quite well, but 9% of players worldwide would continuously go AFK, and for these, a stricter penalty is needed.

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This is the new punishment: If a player overdoes the AFK behavior, they can now be banned for several days. Up to punishment level 3, players will receive a delay of 5 to 15 minutes before they can join the next 5 games. So these are still the old penalties.

However, the new penalties also include bans from 1 day (Tier 4) to up to 14 days (Tier 7).

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The new penalty chart in LoL.

Riot Games states: Players will no longer just be “slowed down” but will be temporarily removed from the player base.

Furthermore, Riot Games aims to look into the root causes of going AFK and leaving. They are considering giving players more opportunities to turn the match around when they are behind.

While some players even use going AFK to help their team:

LoL player defeats the evil Baron while sitting AFK on the toilet

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Destiny 2 fulfills fans a long-standing wish, now faces trouble for it

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In Destiny 2, the Trials are setting records, but now streamers are railing against the praised PvP mode, and more and more average players are complaining that Bungie is breaking everything again after just one week.

Destiny 2 has significantly revamped the Trials (Trials of Osiris) in the current Season 15 and turned the otherwise elite PvP mode into a favorite among Guardians. The changes were well received and brought Bungie records.

However, Bungie followed up immediately and a week later brought further changes, some of which had been requested for years. Now a new feature is causing a small civil war among Guardians: Streamers vs. Average players, and Bungie is somehow getting involved in the dispute as well.

This is the requested change: Since Saturday, September 18th, Destiny 2 has split Trials players into 2 groups:

  • Group 1: Guardians who have achieved Flawless. That is, 7 wins without a loss in the Trials and are thus allowed to go to the legendary Lighthouse. There, the best PvP loot awaits, players receive cool emblems to show off, and the gear shines.
  • Group 2: Guardians who have not yet completed a Flawless run (Flawless) will no longer face the 7-time winners.

This is exactly what many Guardians have wished for years. They are just tired of being farmed repeatedly by the PvP gods. The poor and average players felt like mere stepping stones for others to reach the prestigious Lighthouse multiple times a week.

Community is in a “Civil War” over Trials matchmaking

So what’s the problem now? The loudest voices are initially from streamers, content creators, and PvP pros, as they are now stuck in sweaty lobbies all weekend after a fixed Flawless run on Friday. It is only with great effort (or luck) that other players can be pulled to the Lighthouse on the following days or that they can record relaxed content for their channels. Such carry services are a popular form of fan interaction and certainly a source of income for some.

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On the other hand, we have the average players. Thanks to the much more accessible Trials, these Guardians are flocking into the PvP mode and celebrating successes. At first, it is a celebration for them, as the Trials become easier with each passing day. As more and more better players land in the Flawless pool, even solo victories become possible.

This way, it is now much easier for an average player to achieve Lighthouse status, which makes them happy and truly motivated.

If you play Destiny 2 too well, your account is poisoned for a week

If someone has discovered their love for the Trials due to the first Flawless run, they want to keep playing.

  • After all, loot rains down after 7 wins and a Flawless ticket after each round won.
  • The great Trials engrams are then invested in gear that they have been envious of for years.
The Trials reward with powerful and stylish items.

This is why the ticket is poisoned: However, these players then hit a wall: They are now in the Flawless pool and see no way out. Many stop quickly, obtain no further victories, and thus hardly any more loot. Playing in the elite group means almost only facing coordinated teams of three, as hardly anyone else can survive. Even a character switch doesn’t help; the entire account is now “Flawless”.

Average players get frustrated. They have to wait until the next weekend for another chance at victory and loot. Even if one wants to play with other average Guardians, it is almost impossible after having been Flawless once. Because just one Flawless player in the team is enough to pull everyone into the Flawless pool.

Bungie intervenes in the discussion about experiments in Trials of Osiris

The well-known Destiny expert Mercules904, who often stands out with detailed tables and analyses, complains that Bungie is killing the replayability of the Trials. Just last week, Bungie boasted about the number of matches played.

Now they are sacrificing all of it just so that bad players can also reach the Lighthouse. And this is exactly what Bungie should openly admit according to Mercules904 and not sell the matchmaking changes any differently than (via Twitter), that it is “bullshit”.

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This is what the developer says: Bungie’s Community Manager Dylan “dmg04” Gaffner intervenes in the conversation on Twitter.

  • Dmg04 clarifies that Bungie is lying to the community and asks not to simply call it bullshit just because one disagrees.
  • If the Trials changes are poorly received – through feedback and player data – Bungie would make further changes if necessary.
  • Dmg04 then continues and states that he does not quite understand what would be great to play again, as a bad player continually loses 0 to 5 (via Twitter).

Bungie has already announced that the Trials starting on September 24 will bring some new features: A new zone mode will be tested, and players will no longer see in the game search whether they are facing solo players or teams.

Also interesting:

What do you think about this – did you get to the Lighthouse for the first time in these Trials, did you notice that the top players were missing? Or are you quickly taking the chance to sweep through the thinned-out player pool? Or are you more on the side of the streamers and casual players who were looking forward to nice multiple days in the Trials of Osiris?

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Twitch streamer runs 10 KM in orc armor: “Couldn’t breathe at the end”

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The streamer OrcRun has laid down a crazy challenge on Twitch. He put on his signature orc armor from The Lord of the Rings and ran 10 kilometers. He almost ran out of breath, but in the end, he reached his goal. Why he did this, you can find out here on MeinMMO.

This is the streamer in question: The streamer OrcRun is known for running long distances. And he does this in armor and a helmet inspired by the armor of the Uruk-hai orcs from the film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. In the heavy armor, the streamer regularly runs and broadcasts his escapades with a handheld camera.

What did he do? In his latest stunt, the recreational orc wanted to test himself again and participated in a 10-kilometer race. In his heavy armor, he was clearly at a disadvantage, but OrcRun pushed through and actually finished in 54 minutes.

That is a good performance, as the average time for such a distance is 50 to 70 minutes (via Healthline.com) and the participants of such a race are usually dressed very lightly.

Twitch streamer runs in orc armor for a good cause

Why the effort? The reason for this crazy run was not just fun and games. OrcRun called on his followers to donate for a good cause while he was running. And indeed, there were significant donations totaling around $1,600 (about €1,370) in the end.

That was also his goal and OrcRun was visibly pleased with the results of his efforts after the race: ‘Holy crap, I see the donations. This is insane, damn it, we hit the target!’

How was it for him? Of course, such a run is a considerable challenge even for people without heavy armor. Therefore, OrcRun did not feel well at the end:

Yes, towards the end, I could not breathe anymore. My arm felt like it was about to fall off after just 3 kilometers. Holy crap, that was just insane!

If you look at the video of the event, you do indeed quickly feel sympathy for the orc runner and his desperate gasping.

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How did the event go over? The viewers and users on reddit found OrcRun’s event amazing and praised the commitment and endurance of the brave ‘orc’. A user on reddit summed it up well with the words:

I don’t know much about long-distance running, but this time looks quite impressive, especially in armor. Crazy how this guy has a heart rate of 180 bpm in armor while I remember that xqc had a heart rate of 165 to 170 bpm, and he only ran to the bathroom in his stream.

Streamers doing crazy things for a good cause are a common phenomenon on Twitch. But there are also black sheep. One streamer kept the money for himself in one case.

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MMORPG classic was closed 8 years ago – now receiving new content

Mark Sellner Mark Sellner Reading time 3 minutes

The MMORPG Warhammer Online was actually discontinued in 2013. However, for the 13th anniversary of the title, it is still getting two new cities and some cool events. This is thanks to a fan server called Return of Reckoning, which is still online.

What happened to Warhammer Online? On September 18, 2008, the MMORPG Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning was originally released before it was closed down in 2013. At least the official servers from developer Mythic Entertainment.

Some dedicated fans subsequently launched the server Warhammer Online: Return of Reckoning, which is still online today and continues to attract many players. Thus, the MMORPG even received a significant resurgence 7 years after the end. It is a non-profit server, which is why fans can continue to operate it legally.

For the 13th anniversary of Warhammer Online on September 18, the game even received a bunch of new content. This includes Karaz-A-Karak and Karak Eight Peaks, the cities of the Dwarfs and Greenskins.

What else was there for the anniversary? Besides the new content and some concrete plans for the future of the Free2Play MMORPG, there were also some birthday surprises:

  • A Dev Talk on Twitch, which also involved the original developers from Mythic
  • A large PvP event immediately following the talk, which over 1,100 players participated in and which thematically revolved around the Dwarfs and Greenskins
  • A new live event called Stronghold Saga, which is intended to last several weeks and is divided into three chapters
  • Surprise for roleplayers: a special RP event took place concurrently, where the server leaders each took on the role of a leader and adapted themselves historically accurately to the game
The Dwarfs with their king (RP community)

The community celebrates the event

What do the players say? The entire event and the associated information were documented on reddit and reached over 330 people. While many comments reflect confusion as to why the original game was even closed, most focus on the cool event from Return of Reckoning.

  • User griefzilla writes: ‘This is a really big achievement for a handful of voluntary developers. I love the server and am looking forward to what else awaits us.’
  • User escanol writes: ‘It’s incredible and nice to see that a private server continues beyond the original game. It’s also great that the original developers still support the project. Thank you for your hard work!’
  • User Thrishmal is also impressed: ‘I loved the game at launch and it is still one of my favorite MMO experiences. I haven’t tried the private server yet, but this is really a cool achievement. I wish everyone a lot of fun with the new content.’

What do the developers say? The operators and developers of the private server eagerly thank the users in the comments. They also provide more insights into the future of Return of Reckoning and reveal what is planned next and what is generally still in store for the MMORPG.

In addition, the developers of the fan server announced that they will introduce new mechanics into the game and revise city sieges. New dungeons, new weapons, and new PvP zones were also mentioned as future content.

More about community actions on MeinMMO

What is Return of Reckoning? The players and developers like to refer to the private server as ‘the true Free2Play’, as the project is a non-profit project. There is no real money shop in the game, there are no subscription fees, and donations to the developers are not possible.

If you want to play Return of Reckoning, you just need to download it and you have the full scope of Warhammer Online and more. So if you are fans of classic MMORPGs with tab-targeting combat systems, checking out the fan server is definitely worth it.

What do you think of the event? Do you perhaps play Return of Reckoning yourself? Did you not know about the fan project and are now considering returning to the world of Warhammer Online? Feel free to let us know here on MeinMMO in the comments.

Do you love Warhammer and MMORPGs but prefer to be on your smartphone? The new MMORPG Warhammer: Odyssey has been launched for Android and iOS.

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Pokémon GO: The ‘broken’ Wablu is something trainers really want to have in the game

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

In Pokémon GO, glitches can cause Pokémon in the game to appear differently than intended. A new screenshot from the community shows that it can look really good. The Glitch Wobbuffet is receiving a lot of praise.

What kind of Wobbuffet is that? In the reddit community, a player showed a screenshot of their glitched Wobbuffet. It looks completely different on the outside than one would typically expect.

In the comments, trainers write how cool it looks and that this Pokémon should definitely be officially catchable.

The Glitch Wobbuffet is well received by players

What does it look like? In the Pokémon GO community on reddit, DickieDarkside posted two pictures of a Wobbuffet. Due to a bug in the game, it shows color changes on its wings, face, and all over its body. It has a purple pattern on its belly that can also be found on its beak in its purple colors.

Blue, angular spots appear around the eyes of the otherwise white Pokémon. It looks like it is wearing a toned-down superhero mask.

We are embedding the screenshots from the reddit thread here, in which the special Wobbuffet was introduced. DickieDarkside writes: ‘This glitch was better than any Alolan’ (via reddit.com).

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What the community is saying: Although it is a bug in the game, the comments about it are quite positive. Trainers write:

  • ‘That’s a really cool glitch, I want one’
  • ‘This is the best glitch so far. Super cool!’
  • ‘Wobbuffet started Fashion Week early. I like the fresh, new look’
  • ‘So, when are they making this official?’

Not an isolated case: Such glitches happen more often in Pokémon GO. Colorful creations of Pokémon or other content that should actually look quite different occur.

Thus, even Pikachu, which many have seen in various costumes, can suddenly look nice again:

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For the special Wobbuffet and also Rainbow Pikachu, trainers asked on reddit whether they would still remain in their special color in the collection after being caught.

Usually, however, the Pokémon in the collection look ‘normal’ again and appear like any other Pokémon of their species.

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How do you like this special Wobbuffet? Would you like to have it in your collection or do you prefer the normal or shiny form? Let us know your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss the topic with the community.

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2 Problems make it difficult for many PC gamers to enjoy gaming in 2021

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 3 minutes

If you want to play at a decent level right now, you need fast hardware. However, it has become more complicated than ever to put together a strong gaming setup for your PC. Because in addition to high prices, Windows 11 particularly makes it difficult for users.

Good hardware for computers has never been cheap. But in the current situation, where graphics cards are being sold for thousands of euros on eBay, it has become more complicated than ever to play reasonably at somewhat fair prices.

Because those who want to buy hardware for their gaming PC today have to dig deep into their pockets.

But even the alternative of relying on old and cheap hardware does not look very promising. Because those who hope to get by with their old hardware in the coming years will sooner or later fail to meet the requirements for Windows 11.

You currently have to pay at least 400 euros or more for graphics cards

This is the problem: At the moment, neither AMD nor Nvidia have released a graphics card for little money. Both manufacturers are currently looking for buyers in the mid-range market.

Right now, you have to spend at least 400 euros or more for a new graphics card:

  • You can get AMD’s Radeon RX 6600 XT, currently the smallest Radeon graphics card, for at least 420 euros. Prices are now more around 500 euros.
  • Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3060 officially starts at 329 euros, but prices are also at least 650 euros here.

For many users, the prices for graphics cards are simply too high. Many are therefore looking for graphics cards for budget gamers. Because many users do not want to spend more than 300 euros on a graphics card, which is difficult at the moment.

This applies not only to us buyers in Germany but especially to countries where people cannot spend so much money on gaming. People in countries like India or Brazil prefer affordable over high-performance graphics cards. The main thing is that they can still play current titles decently with the cards.

This is what many are hoping for: Until now, AMD has been known for being able to put Nvidia under pressure in the entry-level segment with budget graphics cards that offer excellent value for money. Many are now hoping that Intel will release high-performance graphics cards under 300 euros and force AMD and Nvidia to rethink.

Windows 11 forces users to rely on modern hardware

This is the problem: Windows 11 requires Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM) as a necessity. Especially older processors do not yet support TPM 2.0 but often only TPM 1.2.

You can install Windows 11 on an old PC, but you will not receive security updates if you use outdated hardware. That is unlikely to be a long-term alternative for users who regularly use their computers online.

This also affects computer hardware that you can still use for gaming without any problems, but which Microsoft no longer officially supports. AMD and Nvidia also recently stated that there would be no official support for Windows 11 for older graphics cards.

If you are still relying on an older graphics card or an older processor, then Windows 11 is likely to cause problems for you.

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So if you want to install Windows 11 on your computer in the future, you will either have to buy new hardware or a new computer. You are thus more or less forced to invest money in new hardware.

At least there is some relief here, as you can still use Windows 10 without any problems until October 14, 2025: That is when official support for Windows 10 by Microsoft ends. Perhaps by then the hardware shortage will have eased or Nvidia and AMD will release reasonably priced graphics cards.

Are there alternatives? One alternative would be to buy a next-gen console to at least bridge the current situation somewhat reasonably. But even the PS5 and Xbox Series X are hardly available anywhere. At least the Series X is currently available, and it’s worth it if you want to play:

We tell you for whom buying an Xbox Series S is worthwhile

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FIFA 22 presents the final new icon – How strong Wayne Rooney will be

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

The fourth new icon for FIFA 22 has been revealed. Wayne Rooney joins the ranks of FIFA legends and receives three cards with strong ratings.

This is what’s happening in FIFA 22: As the FIFA 22 release approaches, EA Sports is releasing more and more player ratings. These are the values of the footballers that will distinguish them in FIFA 22. 

So far, three new icons with ratings have been released, but the fourth was kept under wraps until recently. Now the mystery is solved: Wayne Rooney is the last new icon in FIFA 22.

Who is Wayne Rooney? Wayne Rooney started his career at Everton FC and quickly made a name for himself with goals. Later, he moved to Manchester United, where he would become a club icon. 

Whether in the league, the cup, or the Champions League: Rooney scored his goals and collected titles endlessly. He was also a reliable attacker for the English national team, becoming the record goalscorer of the team with 53 goals in 120 international matches. 

This is Rooney’s rating in FIFA 22

This is how the values for Rooney’s cards look

These are the cards: Like every icon in FIFA 22, Wayne Rooney initially gets three cards: the Base, Mid, and Prime cards, each reflecting different phases of his career. Additionally, a Moments card is expected to be introduced during the season, which will feature even better values.

A detailed overview of the Icon Plan was shared by EA Sports recently alongside some updates in FUT. You can find the overview for the launch of Ultimate Team here. 

Looking at the values, it is clear that Rooney’s goal-scoring ability should remain intact in FIFA 22.

  • The Base card is rated at 86 and excels mainly in shooting and passing attributes. This fits his position as CAM. The other attributes look good too – except for the defensive ones. But you wouldn’t put Rooney in a defensive position anyway. 
  • The Mid card has even less interest in defending, but has a decent upgrade in speed and even a few more shooting and dribbling points. The passing score, however, drops slightly. Clearly, the striker version prefers to hold onto the ball rather than pass it.
  • The Prime card has an overall rating of 91 and resembles the Mid card in many aspects. Overall, the values are a bit more balanced. 

More about FIFA 22 on MeinMMO:

All in all, Rooney is likely to become a very dangerous striker. In addition, he brings all the other advantages of an icon: Icons are not bound to leagues or clubs, but can establish chemistry connections with all players in Ultimate Team. This makes icons extremely useful when it comes to building creative teams.

However, Rooney is likely to be quite an expensive card at the start of the season. Accordingly, it will be difficult to acquire him for your team. You can find a few good cards for the season start in FIFA 22 here. 

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Twitch streamers celebrate huge party without masks – Despite high Corona incidence

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Some of the biggest streamers met in Florida for a big party: Nickmercs, TimTheTatman, SypherPK, Cloakyz, and others celebrated a barbecue party in Tampa with 10,000 fans. However, critics find the behavior of the streamers irresponsible: The images of the celebration looked as though the organizers had paid no attention to COVID.

This was the event:

  • The Twitch streamer Nicholas “NICKMERCS” Kolcheff called for the “MFAM BBQ 2021,” a barbecue event at a baseball field in Tampa, Florida, where there was food and alcohol served. The event was sponsored by a financial app. According to Nickmercs, 10,000 people attended the celebration.
  • Prior to the event, it was said that there was no mask mandate, but wearing a mask was strongly recommended.
  • Photos from the event show a large crowd, with only a few protecting themselves with a mask. This sparked discussions.

Florida with 345 incidence rate, yet no mask requirement at the barbecue party

How severe is COVID in Florida? According to statistics from Florida, the 7-day incidence rate of new infections in the state at the time of the event was 345. The vaccination rate among the overall population is 70%. However, among 20-29-year-olds, it is only 51% (via doh.state.fl). They probably represent the main target group of Nickmercs’s event.

In comparison: In Germany, the 7-day incidence rate according to the Robert Koch Institute is 71.0.

MeinMMO is primarily a gaming website and our expertise is in gaming and online games. For those seeking more information about the COVID pandemic, we recommend these sources:
– the Robert Koch Institute
– the World Health Organization

What measures against COVID were taken at the event? The organizer’s notes about the event mainly revolved around fun, commerce, and organizational details.

Only one point in the FAQ of the event’s website addressed the COVID pandemic. There, the organizers write that wearing a mask is not currently mandated. However, it is “strongly recommended” to wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status.

Looking at the images, hardly anyone adhered to the recommendation. Especially the big influencers, who should certainly fulfill a role model function, are not seen with a mask in any of the pictures. Things like “maintaining distance” also seem to be of no concern to anyone.

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Some of the biggest gaming influencers in the world are in the photo: TimTheTatman (2nd from left) or Tfue (far right).

This is the discussion: On September 18, Nickmercs posted several pictures from the barbecue party: You see people closely packed together cheering for the camera, with the influencer in the front. Only very few individuals are wearing masks.

Many fans are celebrating the event, calling Nickmercs a legend and are happy that he put it together.

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However, there are also some who point out the risk that such an event could become a “super-spreading” event for the COVID virus:

  • “No chance they checked everyone’s vaccination status when you can’t see a single mask. Super-irresponsible. You guys should really know better.”
  • Another asks: “So COVID doesn’t exist anymore, huh?”

Nickmercs has not commented on the criticism on Twitter. He primarily talks with fans there and regrets that he didn’t have the time to engage in detailed conversations with everyone.

Just a few days ago, we reported on MeinMMO about a Minecraft streamer. He urged his fans to get vaccinated even from his hospital bed:

Twitch streamer who played Minecraft (36) dies from complications with COVID-19

The title image is from Nickmercs’s Twitter account.

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WoW: Korthia is a torment for twinks – But that is finally changing

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

No desire for Korthia in World of Warcraft? Then wait – Patch 9.1.5 makes it much more pleasant, especially for alt characters.

In the current area Korthia, a lot revolves around farming reputation and collecting relics, which then help with the Archivist’s Codex. What is somewhat bearable for one character becomes an almost insurmountable task for alt characters. Blizzard has now also recognized this – and is improving a lot in Patch 9.1.5 .

What is the problem with Korthia? Progress in Korthia is directly tied to fame. Only those who farm a lot in Korthia and best spend 1-2 hours there every day can make meaningful progress daily, if the character is not to struggle with fame forever. However, Korthia has proven to be not particularly fun for twinks, as waiting for rare enemies or completing quests is not very enjoyable – especially when only a few or no relics drop, which are needed for the reputation.

What will change? Blizzard is introducing a series of upgrades and improvements that are primarily intended to benefit alt characters.

  • The investigation reports (item upgrades) and treatises (bonus loot in content from Patch 9.0) can now be purchased by all characters on the account, provided at least one character has reached the corresponding reputation level.
  • Players at reputation level 6 can purchase a new investigation report and send it to twinks, which increases the reputation gain from relics and relic fragments by 50%.
  • The quest “Relic Efficiency” at reputation level 4 now increases the average amount of relics that are obtainable as bonus drops from rare enemies and treasure chests. It also increases the number of relics offered as rewards in daily quests and the weekly chest.
  • Two new quests have been added. “Relic Hints” at reputation level 3 provides a 10% chance to receive double the amount of relics and “Relic Hunter” at reputation level 5 increases this chance to 40%. Both quests also increase the average amount of relics available as bonus drops, in daily quests, and in the weekly chest.
WoW Patch 91 Korthia
Korthia is getting better for twinks – but is that enough?

What does this bring then? The changes are particularly useful for people who primarily want to obtain solid gear through solo content or easier content. Alt characters can thus climb the high reputation levels in the Archivist’s Codex much faster and use the item upgrades earlier.

For players engaging in content like Mythic+, raids, or rated PvP, gearing through Korthia is hardly worthwhile.

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When will the improvements come? With the release of Patch 9.1.5. There is no fixed date for it yet, but realistic estimates suggest a release in mid-October. As soon as there is a specific date, we will inform you about it.

What do you think of this change to the quests, reputation, and rewards in Korthia? A good thing? Or is it coming too late and will have no benefit?

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IKEA releases gaming furniture: What are they and who needs them?

Kevin Willing Kevin Willing Reading time 3 minutes

IKEA’s furniture is used by many as the foundation for their own gaming setup. However, the Swedish furniture mogul has never ventured into dedicated gaming furniture: that is changing now, and the first reviews are positive.

Who designed this? IKEA has teamed up with Asus Rog to design a whole range of new gaming products. The collection is simply called “Gaming Range”.

Some of the gaming furniture are well-known IKEA models with a new print or look. Others have been completely redesigned or heavily modified.

The IKEA gaming collection includes:

  • Gaming chairs
  • simple desks
  • desks with extra features like height adjustment or shelves
  • pegboards for hanging tools, cables, and other decorative elements.
  • smaller accessories for the perfect setup.
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IKEA launches gamer-oriented furniture – Do you need it?

Who needs IKEA gaming furniture? Those who think that IKEA is just looking for quick cash by luring gamers with cheap black-red-metallic colored furniture are partly wrong. Of course, the company wants to make money off you.

But that doesn’t mean the furniture is bad or useless; on the contrary: all the furniture seems well thought out and offers added value. In addition to simple models, there are also desks adorned with RGB. Electrically height-adjustable ones, those with extra space for cable management, and those with a back wall and shelves.

Generally, much is equipped with RGB lights. You can also get a headset holder or a pegboard with RGB.

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This could be your IKEA setup. (Source: Kotaku.com)

First reviews of IKEA’s gaming furniture

In China, Japan, and some other countries in Asia, the gaming collection has already gone on sale. Here, individual pieces of furniture on average score 4 out of 5 stars. Buyers particularly highlight the price-performance ratio. This has pros and cons, as this review of the “Matchspel” gaming chair shows:

Chairs with mesh backs are often very expensive, but here it only costs 15,990 yen (126.50 €). Unfortunately, the seat cushion is not made of mesh, but I am still very satisfied. I do have some concerns that the armrests are too thin and that the wheels move with difficulty.

Review (4 out of 5) via IKEA Store Japan

Here is another German review of one of the gaming desks. There is a cable channel in another model, but the buyer did not know that:

Compared to many models on the market that we compared, this desk is better in many respects. It is easy to assemble and stable. It is just incomprehensible why IKEA did not integrate a cable channel into a gaming desk.

Review (4 out of 5) via IKEA Store Germany

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When will the collection arrive? Part of the gaming collection can already be ordered in Europe. This includes the desk Fredde. The remaining furniture from the collection will be released in October 2021 in Germany and the rest of Europe. Then you can experiment with your setups again.

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Genshin Impact: Kokomi banner arrives today, bringing one of the best 4-star supporters

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 2 minutes

A leak has now revealed the Kokomi banner from Genshin Impact. In addition to the powerful healer, there is another character who could be quite worthwhile.

According to a recent leak, we now know which characters will come with the next event banner. The 5-star character Kokomi was already known, but there was no information about the other 4-star characters.

Now there is information about the Kokomi banner, which should especially please users who will be pulling the banner not only for Kokomi.

What’s in the Kokomi Banner? According to the leak, the following characters are supposed to be included in the Kokomi banner:

  • Kokomi, a 5-star character with water
  • Beidou, a 4-star character with electro
  • Rosaria, a 4-star character with cryo
  • Xingqiu, a 4-star character with water.

Especially Xingqiu could be worthwhile for users looking for a strong supporter who offers more damage reduction alongside Bennet or Barbara.

On Reddit, there’s already discussion about the Kokomi banner, and many users are positively surprised by the 4-star characters. Particularly users who want to pull for Kokomi now have at least one strong alternative aside from the 5-star character.

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Xingqiu is one of the best supporters

Who is Xingqiu? Xingqiu is a 4-star character who focuses on the water element. You can also obtain this character from the standard banner and do not need the event banner.

Why is Xingqiu so good? Xingqiu’s elemental skill and ultimate ability provide powerful defensive and offensive support.

  • His skill “Guhua Sword – Cloudbreak” creates small swords that orbit the character. When damaged, these are destroyed and reduce incoming damage. Additionally, the interruption resistance of the characters is increased.
  • Xingqiu’s “Guhua Sword – Rain and Bows” triggers sword attacks that deal water damage with every attack. At the same time, small swords remain around the character that reduce damage.

Especially in combination with Klee or other fire characters, Xingqiu’s elemental skill can quickly trigger the vaporize reaction, resulting in significant extra damage. With cryo characters, opponents can also be frozen quickly.

The combination of him and his abilities makes Xingqiu a strong support character who doesn’t even have to be on the field to provide support.

Genshin Impact Xingqiu

That’s why the banner is worthwhile: Xingqiu showcases his strengths especially when you maximize his constellation. Because at the highest level, you generate additional elemental energy points.

However, even with the 2nd level of the constellation “Clear Sky”, you not only extend the duration of “Guhua Sword – Rain and Bows” but also reduce the water resistance of opponents for 4 seconds by 15%.

In addition to damage reduction, Xingqiu can also heal your characters. While his healing is not as strong as that of Barbara or Bennet, it is definitely worth it with the damage mitigation.

What do you think? Have you played with Xingqiu already or do you have other characters that you use for support? Let us know in the comments and discuss with other users.

Genshin Impact: All about Patch 2.2 – Leaks, Release, Banners, Characters

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Is the Vex Mythoclast in Destiny 2 OP or are all jealous who do not have it?

Philipp Hansen Philipp Hansen Reading time 4 minutes

Currently, many players in Destiny 2 are complaining about the rare raid exotic Vex Mythoclast. MeinMMO wants to know from you in a survey whether the weapon is too strong and explains why many Guardians are envious.

About this weapon: In Destiny 2, Guardians can obtain the iconic weapon Vex Mythoclast. The exotic has a tumultuous history:

  • The item was initially a trash drop in Destiny 1 and was then nerfed for years
  • In May 2021, the Vex came to Destiny 2 and was unpopular because it was too weak
  • With the current Season 15, Bungie gave the exotic numerous buffs to damage, range, stability, and rate of fire, creating a new monster

Now the Vex Mythoclast is the best weapon in the game and also benefits greatly from seasonal mods. It shreds everything. But why are many Guardians suddenly screaming for nerfs and upset about the recently buffed exotic?

The Vex Mythoclast is strong and rare – is that its problem?

That’s why the exotic is so rare: As a raid exotic, it isn’t easy at all to obtain the Vex. First, you have to defeat the final boss of the “Glass Chamber“. However, the drop is not guaranteed.

RNGesus doesn’t increase many loot prayers, and many Guardians complain that they simply can’t get the Vex even after over 30 runs, even if they complete all 3 raid clears per week. Thus, the exotic cannot be equipped by everyone – it’s truly rare. The numbers also show this:

  • Only 1.7% of all Guardians ever registered in Destiny 2 have obtained the Vex Mythoclast according to Warmind.io
  • 22% of all users in the database Light.gg claim to have the Vex Mythoclast – keep in mind that many Guardians do not use such databases or authorize API access
The object of desire: The Vex Mythoclast.

That’s why Guardians are complaining in PvP: That the Vex tears apart enemies in PvE is hardly an issue. Such a serf does not really complain. However, since the Vex is also very dominant in PvP, frustration arises. Many feel that the Vex Mythoclast is like an “I obliterate you immediately” button in the Crucible.

Since the exotic is rare and not everyone can use it, there is both envy and hatred toward the weapon. Nobody wants to play against such a monster and always feel inferior – understandable.

We also read such comments from you on MeinMMO:

The Vex should definitely get a nerf in PvP, that damn thing is simply too OP and ruins PvP even more. […]

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In addition, many experts and content creators have taken up the controversial topic. Here is just a small excerpt:

  • “Is the Vex Mythoclast too powerful in Destiny 2?” Asks YouTuber True Vanguard
  • Also YouTuber Datto ponders “Does the Vex Mythoclast need to be nerfed now?”
  • “The Vex Mythoclast could be pretty broken,” says YouTuber Drewsky, and right after that, the next video says: “Yes, the Vex is pretty wild” (via YouTube)
  • “Destiny’s new best broken weapon is the Vex Mythoclast that many players simply cannot obtain,” headlines Forbes.com

Should raid exotics be OP? Other players are happy that they finally have a reason to grind for a raid and are rewarded with an incredibly strong weapon that not everyone possesses. They say: The people who are now calling for nerfs shortly after the start of the season are just envious.

There are also Guardians who see the Vex as overhyped, either excessively praised or demonized (via reddit.com). However, the topic is hot, and one can understand the calls for nerfs. Also, (or especially) when one gleefully shreds the enemy with their Vex.

How strong is the Vex now? If you look at the fact that the Vex recorded 6% of all kills alone in the last Trials – twice as much as any other weapon – even though it is so rare, it quickly shows: the weapon must have something to offer. It is by far the deadliest weapon in trials: These are the 10 deadliest Trials weapons with a clear winner.

While the Vex can be outplayed, it is undeniable that it is incredibly strong and fits in virtually any loadout and can be played on any map.

The current trials statistics also show this (via Trialsreport.com – access 18.09. 10:00 AM):

  • With 1.2 million kills, the Vex Mythoclast is still ahead of the Messenger (0.9 million kills).
  • This corresponds again to 6% of all kills, even though long-range this time is a map with larger distances than the previous map.
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Now, your opinion is needed

MeinMMO needs your help and therefore asks the readers directly: is the Vex too strong, does it need a nerf, and if so, where? We would also like to know from you if you already own the new must-have exotic – let us know in the comments.

Here’s how to vote: Choose one option directly below this line. Then follows a second survey, in which you again only have one vote. Choose wisely, you cannot change your decision. Have fun and thanks for participating!

Justify your decisions to us in the comments. Do you perhaps have an idea for a nerf that doesn’t completely crush the Vex for years? Or do you see it as currently just living off its hype, and that Guardians will soon realize that other exotics are also extremely strong and that the popularity of the Vex will soon wane?

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This is how Diablo 2 Resurrected continues after the release

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The release of Diablo 2 Resurrected is imminent. The original game has actually been complete for 20 years and is only kept alive by hardcore fans. Now the community wants to know how the remaster will proceed.

When and where will Diablo 2 Resurrected be released? The release for the remaster is scheduled for September 23, 2021, at 5:00 PM German time. Diablo 2 will then be available for PC and for the first time also for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.

The game will feature all the content that was available back then – including the expansion “Lord of Destruction.” The studio is trying to stick as closely to the original as possible and deliver visual improvements.

More about this in our hub: Everything you need to know about Diablo 2 Resurrected

What happens after the release? One of the major features that will be added later are the so-called ladders, which you may know as “seasons” from Diablo 3. Ladders allow you to compare yourself with other players.

It is also known that the developers are considering adopting a feature from Diablo 3. Moreover, it is still uncertain whether cooperative gameplay will include crossplay, although the chances for that are rather slim.

Otherwise, Diablo 2 Resurrected will largely remain as it was before. However, the developers have revealed in several interviews that they are open to new content.

The GameStar hopes for at least one important change.

Developers are considering new runewords and items – Even Act 6?

Will there be new content? So far, no new content has been confirmed. Crossplay and personal loot are currently just ideas. In an interview with VentureBeat, Principal Designer Rob Gallerani and Lead Graphics Engineer Kevin Todisco answered some questions about the future (via VentureBeat.com). They mentioned:

“We don’t make packaged games anymore that we release and then we’re done with. [Diablo] is a living game, a live service. We will continue to have this relationship between us and the community as they start to play.”

Which contents that will be exactly, they did not want to reveal yet. Something like Act 6 is “not ruled out,” but currently not in planning. In a group interview, there was also talk of new runewords, items, and rebalancing.

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Why isn’t there more information yet? The development team is currently focused on fixing all bugs and creating a foundation on which new content can potentially be built. Gallerani says: “We are focused on getting the authentic, nostalgic experience right.”

It is important that the community likes it. Only then can one think about the next steps, which is why details about upcoming content are still quite scarce.

However, the studio does not adhere entirely to authenticity. Diablo 2 will not come exactly as veterans might remember. The developers emphasized that it was important to capture the “spirit” of Diablo 2 with Resurrected, but there are still some changes:

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

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New MMORPG Fractured starts Alpha test in 3 days – Reminds of Ultima Online

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The MMORPG Fractured was a complete success on Kickstarter and has been in development for several years. The next alpha test phase has now been announced, starting on September 22. MeiNMMO reveals what Fractured actually is and what to expect.

What is Fractured? It is a sandbox MMORPG that takes place in three different worlds. Each of these worlds is home to its own race:

  • Beastmen
  • Humans
  • Demons

You can choose one of these races and thus decide whether you want to focus solely on PvE (Beastmen), experience PvE with controlled PvP (Humans), or go fully into PvP (Demons).

In these worlds, you determine how you play and develop your character. You participate in building cities and can then take part in battles and sieges in the PvP worlds. Or you can become a craftsman or adventurer. The MMORPG resembles the classic Ultima Online.

Ultima Online was released in 1997 and still has a loyal fanbase today. Although another developer is now working on the online RPG, patches and updates are still regularly released. The game mechanics of a gigantic sandbox still appeal to players today: People can do almost anything in Ultima Online, from being warriors to simply being fishermen or blacksmiths.

Just last week, a new spotlight video on Fractured was released, introducing you to the attributes and the marketplace:

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Alpha test starts in 3 days – Who can participate?

When exactly does it start? The alpha test begins on September 22 at 4 PM and runs until October 13. During this time, participants can try numerous contents of Fractured.

These are the new features:

  • Over 40 new skills
  • Dynamically changing world events
  • New interesting locations
  • Over 20 new monsters
  • Treasure chests and lockpicking
  • A revision of equipment and player attributes
  • Significant improvements to the marketplace
  • A new message box

However, there will be more new features included in the Alpha. The Alpha is not subject to an NDA, so players are allowed to record and stream as much as they want.

Who can participate in the Alpha? The Alpha is only available to buyers of certain founder packages.

  • You need at least the Master Pack of Fractured (via Fractured Store).
  • The Master Pack currently costs €44.99 and includes the full game, access to the alpha tests, and other goodies.
  • Later, beta tests will follow, for which you only need the standard pack for €24.99.

If you have such a pack, you don’t need to do anything else. On September 22, you will have access to the servers; no key or anything similar is necessary. If you meet the requirements, you can download the Alpha via the website (fractured.com).

The Alpha is, however, time-limited. It runs until October 13.

Can progress be retained? No. After the end of the Alpha, the servers will be shut down and progress will be deleted.

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When is the game supposed to be finished? So far, there is no official release date. Fractured is expected to be released later this year (as of September 19) (via steampowered.com).

So far, it cannot be pre-ordered on Steam; it can only be added to the wishlist. Whether the release will occur this year remains to be seen. There has not yet been an announcement for the beta.

What do you think of Fractured? Are you interested in this MMORPG? Have you tried it yourself? Discuss with us in the comments.

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