A leak is currently circulating that shows a new FUT card for Leon Goretzka in FIFA 22 . If it makes it into the game like this, Goretzka is likely to be one of the best players at the start of the season.
Update, September 16, 7:00 PM: EA Sports has now released the best 11 players of the Bundesliga – and Leon Goretzka is indeed included with an 87-rated card. It is even slightly better than the card in the leak, as Goretzka gets an additional point for dribbling.
Here you can see the best Bundesliga XI, including Goretzka:
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What kind of leak is this? Currently, there is discussion in the FIFA community about values for Leon Goretzka, which were published on Twitter by the leaker “DonkTrading” (via Twitter). A corresponding card is also making the rounds in the FIFA subreddit (via reddit).
If the values are to be believed, Goretzka will likely have one of the best gold cards of all time in FIFA. The total value of the midfielder is said to be as high as 87, which is already very high.
The special thing about the card is that all attributes are said to be above 80. This is what the supposed card for Goretzka looks like:
This is what the card for Goretzka in FIFA 22 is supposed to look like
Goretzka with strong rating – A midfielder without weaknesses?
What makes the card so special? In the FIFA community, the term “Gullit-Gang” has established itself for cards whose values are all above 80.
This is because the icon Ruud Gullit was particularly popular for having a card whose values were all above 80. This means that the card has no real significant weakness in any area.
In recent years, some special cards have risen to this elite circle of players. However, for a simple gold card to already belong to the “Gullit-Gang” at the FIFA release – that is unusual. But this seems to be the case with Goretzka.
How did Goretzka look before? In the last two FIFA editions, Goretzka had received an overall rating of 84. Already in FIFA 21, this was a major point of contention as many fans had expected a higher rating for the FC Bayern midfielder – especially after the Champions League victory before FIFA 21.
Now it seems that Goretzka is getting a really strong rating from the start. The only downside: If the card actually makes it into the game like this, it is likely to be quite expensive at the start of the Ultimate Team season.
More ratings for FIFA 22 are currently coming to light. An overview of the best-rated players in FIFA 22 can be found here.
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This weekend marks the second and final beta weekend of Call of Duty: Vanguard, which is partly an open beta. If you’re unsure about purchasing, check it out this weekend and follow our 3 tips to get the most out of the beta.
How does this beta work? At 7 PM on September 16th, the open beta for players on PlayStation and the pre-order beta for PC and Xbox begins. From September 18th at 7 PM, testers without pre-orders can also access the servers on Xbox and PC.
During the test, you can play about a quarter of the release content from the multiplayer and get a preview of the new CoD before purchasing.
However, you shouldn’t approach your matches as you usually do in CoD. Follow our 3 tips and you’ll experience more of the game and maybe even discover a new playstyle that you enjoy. You can find all the information about the beta here:
What do you mean by that? The beta is separate from the later main game, and you don’t need to worry about your statistics during the entire test. Your kills, deaths, levels, and everything else do not affect your stats in the finished game.
Especially the K/D ratio is an important value for many players that should look good. It usually starts when you’re good enough to maintain a 1.0, meaning you have as many kills as deaths. Focusing on a good K/D ratio creates pressure, and you may tend to avoid trying new things and stick to familiar and proven equipment and playstyles.
But in the beta, it doesn’t matter at all. Forget about the statistics, try something new, and if it doesn’t work – try something else. Break out of your usual CoD routine, play unusual modes, or even talk to random players in the matches. You can be normal after the release.
2. Tip – Play through all weapon classes
What do you mean? The weapon mechanics are among the most important mechanics in Call of Duty, and each Call of Duty takes its own approach to weapons.
On one hand, this makes the gunplay feel “fresh” from year to year. On the other hand, it may happen that you didn’t like a certain weapon class, such as sniper rifles, in the last CoD, but the gameplay in Vanguard fits your expectations perfectly.
Even if you have to force yourself: Be sure to try all weapon classes in Vanguard. At the start of the beta, you only have access to preset loadouts. However, from level 4 onwards, you can choose at least one weapon from each class, and you can unlock more weapons through level-ups.
Start with the assault rifle and play through all classes. You’ll then get a sense of how Vanguard interprets gunplay, and perhaps this year you’ll play more as a sniper and not as the aggressive front line player with a submachine gun.
3. Tip – Try the new combat pacings
What do you mean? One of the biggest, if not the biggest, innovations of Vanguard is the combat pacings. Matches in CoD used to always be designed for 6vs6 players, but in Vanguard, the number of players is a bit more variable.
As it currently stands, you can play all maps and modes not only with “Tactical Speed,” meaning 6vs6, but you can also choose “Assault Tempo” and “Blitz Tempo.” Essentially, this means that more players are involved in the match. Depending on the map, up to 48 players can fight in a match at Blitz Tempo.
Tactics: Classic CoD experience with 6vs6 players
Assault: Between 20 – 28 players on a map
Blitz: Between 28 and 48 players can go all out on a map
In the finished game, you can choose the mode and desired combat pacing.
Throughout the beta, there will be updates: A new playlist will be added every now and then. If there’s a playlist that specifically lets you play a certain combat pacing, start the list and test all 4 maps of the beta.
No matter how you approach the beta – take advantage of the opportunity to be free from statistics and value comparisons. There are many players who pay less attention to their K/D or performance, but it can still be annoying when you try something new and finish the matches with poor performance: But the beta forgives.
After the release delay of Battlefield 2042, the community is discussing the news and the new date. MeinMMO shows you some reactions and how the decision from EA and DICE is received.
Why was Battlefield 2042 delayed? The developers shared a personal message and cited, among other reasons, the Corona pandemic as a reason for “unexpected challenges”. After a long hope to keep the schedule, they now have to admit that it is not possible.
They wanted to use the extra time to further optimize and polish the game. Players are reacting differently to the reasoning and also fear that the new date could cause issues.
Here you can read the official statement from DICE:
Finally clarity – Is the reasoning enough?
What do players say about the delay? The reactions are very varied. Ranging from understanding to disappointment or anger, everything is included.
Most players are mainly glad that there is now clarity regarding the situation. Many were disturbed by the silence from EA and the developers and just wanted to know how things stand with the game.
FireFox72 writes: “Although it’s annoying, at least it’s a confirmation so people can stop stressing about it.” (via reddit.com)
MeinMMO reader Ähre says: “Even though I’ve been looking forward to a Battlefield for a long time, I don’t think it’s that bad. That way I at least have more time for New World. As long as they have a month to get the problems under control, then please.”
In general, there is a discussion about whether the Corona pandemic can actually serve as an excuse for the delay. While numerous players express understanding for this explanation, others doubt that working from home is truly the problem.
The pandemic has been ongoing for over 1.5 years, shouldn’t EA have adapted by now? MeinMMO reader Lightningg writes: “You really can’t read it anymore. And then just before the release blame Corona again, as if they only found out about it yesterday. It’s just ridiculous. It’s become a real trendsetter to keep delaying games right before release.”
Reader Resal adds: “And some apparently still don’t understand that the pandemic is not over and a large part of the employees are working from home. Anyone who has worked from home knows that it’s certainly not comparable to working in the office.”
Battlefield 2042 is now being released exactly between two other shooter giants
Who is the competition? An interesting point is being discussed on gaming reddit, as the new release date of November 19 intensifies the competition among the three major shooters being released in November and December:
Battlefield 2042 now has its release two weeks later, on November 19
Halo Infinite will be released about 3 weeks later, on December 8
Thus, we have three huge multiplayer shooters coming out within about a month. Reddit user Snake_eagle (via reddit) comments: “This will be a tough choice for FPS fans.”
This may put many fans in a position to choose: Which shooter will they play? For some, it’s a matter of money, for others, a question of time available to play.
Who will win? Therefore, players are also discussing which of the shooters ultimately has the best chances.
While the duel between Call of Duty and Battlefield almost has become a routine during this time of year, Halo Infinite is back for the first time since the release of Halo 5 and presents a significant difference compared to the two military shooters: The multiplayer will be free to play.
Battlefield 2042, on the other hand, is considered a hot candidate for the Xbox Game Pass. Both Battlefield and CoD have the advantage of being non-Microsoft exclusive and are available for PlayStation consoles as well.
Either way, it will be exciting to see which shooter might ultimately win out during this time. Especially since other titles will also be released.
Our reader CandyAndyDE comments: “I actually hoped that they would delay it to the beginning of next year. This year is already so full of releases: 30 years of Bungie event in Destiny 2, Diablo 2: Resurrected, Halo Infinite, Forza Horizon 5. And then I still have a bunch of games lying around. When am I supposed to play all that?”
Players are angry about the statement on the schedule
What is the problem? Some players now criticize that EA made false promises after the delay. The publisher spoke in spring 2021 of being ahead of the development schedule (via vgc.com).
The statement is now backfiring on EA, and some players’ mockery is biting: “I have ‘Cyberpunk 2077 runs surprisingly well on old consoles’ flashbacks” – ChinaSocialistBy3050 (via reddit). The comment refers to a claim by CDPR that turned out to be false after release.
Many feel reminded of the release debacle surrounding the RPG. One player also pointed out the similarities between the official posts of both studios, DICE and CD Projekt Red. The montage shows EA’s statement on the same image that CDPR used for their statement regarding Cyberpunk:
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Besides the schedule statement, old tweets are now being dug up that could come back to haunt DICE. Such as from Part Welsh, Community Manager of Battlefield 2042.
In the tweet, Welsh writes:
Balancing games is fun! We love learning as we enter new environments, and we look forward to the things we will learn this month in our open beta.
You can count on us being very transparent about how things are developing and what changes we will make to the balance in 2042.
This statement is now unfortunate not only in light of the delayed release but also concerning the promised transparency. Since the reveal of the Portal mode in July 2021, there has mostly been silence from the developers and publisher.
However, some players also find it annoying how the community deals with such news. wibo58 is particularly annoyed by the subreddit for Battlefield 2042: “So we’ve gone from thirty posts a day complaining that we don’t hear much, to thirty posts a day celebrating the delay because it means they were right. This subreddit is trash” (via reddit.com).
What is the status of the Open Beta now? This remains unclear. With the delay, the originally targeted release in September is becoming increasingly unlikely.
There should at least be new information this month. Until then, fans will probably have to be patient.
What do you think about the discussion? Would you join the critics? Or do you support the delay? And what do you think about the topic in general? Discuss with us in the comments.
In Path of Exile, the developers have started a vote. The topic is the type of the next item that you can then purchase via microtransaction in the game’s cash shop. This is well received by the fans. What options exist and how the developers want to proceed, you can find out here on MeinMMO.
What kind of vote is this? In Path of Exile, the developers want to know how you want to spend your money in the future.
After a survey about an animation was already successfully received by the fans – a Sharknado animation won – the developers want to repeat this success on a larger scale. They are asking the question of what type of cosmetic players would like to see next in the shop.
How does Path of Exile make money? Path of Exile is a free-to-play game that can be played for free. In order for money to come in regularly, microtransactions for cosmetic stuff like pets, skins, and animations are needed. Since all gameplay-relevant content is completely free, the prices for cosmetics are steep: players pay up to €25 for an item.
However, sometimes the developers overdo it and spark a little outrage, for example with a cursor pack for real money.
Fans want wings!
What is the status of the vote? Currently (as of September 16, 2021), over 5,000 players have participated in the survey in the forum (via Path of Exile). The following categories of microtransactions are available for selection:
Helmet Skins
Capes
Wings
Weapon Effects
Weapon Skins
Shields
Character Effects
Pets
Currently, wings are in the lead with 23.9 percent. Close behind are shields with 19 percent and pets with 15 percent.
This is what it looks like currently.
The least popular seem to be weapon effects and helmets.
How long will this last? The whole campaign runs until September 20, 2021. You can still vote until then and maybe help the pets to victory.
How is the campaign received? The tone in the comments is indeed positive, and the high number of votes shows that fans are quite interested in cool skins and other cosmetic stuff in the game.
The idea is generally well received. However, there is disagreement about what exactly it should be, and supporters of the wing team argue fiercely against proponents of pets or fans of shields.
Additionally, there seems to be a clear rivalry, depending on whether one wants more shark content in the game or prefers cats or just other things.
That was the Sharknado animation.
Yes, you have Sharknado. But I haven’t seen anyone talking about it or using it in the game. If you had had cats [as a theme], I would have bought it myself. The whole movie Sharknado is dumb!
What are the developers’ future plans? Once the vote is over on September 20, the developers will gradually set together with the community through further votes what exactly the item will be. It remains exciting whether there will be more sharks soon or whether the cat fans will prevail.
Also interesting: The developers are working on a sequel to Path of Exile. But when will Path of Exile 2 come? Perhaps sooner than you think.
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So far, the new MMO New World has not been released yet, but the world can already be viewed. Resourceful players from the community have now found a hint on the official map that additional areas will be added to the game.
How will the map get bigger? A few days ago, New World released an official interactive map of the game. In the far northwest, north and northwest of the Bruchberg, there is still a blank spot. Apparently, a new area is expected to appear right there.
Where does the info come from? Some players have discovered cryptic signs on the official interactive map of New World (via reddit.com). No one knows yet what exactly these signs mean.
However, there is another hint at this point on the map. If you investigate the northwest, after a short time the message appears: “This region will appear soon.” This serves as a confirmation that the map will still be expanded.
If you want to try it yourself, visit the interactive map of New World and navigate north until you find the Bruchberg. Then go a little further northwest and pause there for a moment – you should then receive the corresponding message.
This message awaits you on the map.
“Brimstone Sands” – Leak hints at new area
What kind of new area is this? A few weeks ago, there were already rumors about a new area called “Brimstone Sands” – roughly translated as: Sulfur Desert. Some community members have forged their way to the otherwise unreachable area.
The desert, based on initial images, is a barren, desolate place and some fans suspect that the region will be somewhat themed around Egypt. At least pyramids would fit well.
Others also suspect pyramids, but rather lean towards Ziggurat-like structures of the Inca, Maya, or Aztecs. This would fit better with New World. However, the name “Sulfur Desert” could also indicate a volcanic area.
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When will the area come? So far, there is no official information about the new region. Therefore, it will probably only appear after release, possibly with the first content update.
New World itself will be released on September 28, 2021, for PC. After several delays, this date is now confirmed, even though the community is discussing after the last beta, whether New World should be postponed again.
What do you think? Will New World meet the release date and will the new region appear at launch or later? Leave us a comment!
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The creators of Star Citizen have announced the first major wipe in a while. While they are allowed to keep their expensive ships, players will lose items, money, and reputation – but they are happy about it.
What has happened in Star Citizen? With version Alpha 3.15, the data centers in Star Citizen are getting cleaned up. In Alpha 3.8.2, the developers had announced that something like this could happen, but there has not been such a loss of progress in the last 18 months.
The reset of player progress is explained by the studio with five reasons that the community seems to take well, as most are even happy that their belongings are being taken away.
Star Citizen even announced further wipes in the near future, but the general mood of the player base remains mostly positive, as server wipes essentially benefit the players.
What are the reasons for the wipe? The studio outlines the reasons for the wipe in 5 main factors:
The long-term progression is to be divided into three. This means that items, money, and reputation will function separately in the future and can be reset individually. For this to be possible, a major wipe is necessary.
The entire reputation system has undergone a significant overhaul, which can only be implemented through a reset of the old system.
There seem to be some bugs in the game that prevent account progress and have not been solvable by players themselves so far. The developers hope to fix some of these bugs through the wipe.
The player base has amassed too much wealth, as there have been hardly any ways to take money away from players. This inevitably leads to inflation in the game, which they want to avoid. Additionally, it helps to observe how fans earn and spend money while developing new systems.
The main reason is a major overhaul of the entire inventory and item system. It is supposed to fundamentally change how these systems work in Star Citizen and be another step into the universe they envision.
Items, ships, or similar purchased with real money are not affected by the wipe and will remain with the players. Furthermore, fans who helped defend Stanton against the Xeno during the event are also supposed to receive a reward after the wipe.
Ships purchased with real money can be kept despite the wipe
“I am really happy about the wipe!”
The community takes it easy: Although most players will lose nearly all of their progress from over a year, many are happy with the developer’s decision. Even those who are not particularly thrilled praise the good communication from Star Citizen and saw the wipe coming.
From an outside perspective, it might sound a bit strange that someone is happy when everything is just taken away. But that seems to bother very few, partly because the ships bought with real money can be kept.
This is what the fans are saying: On reddit, the post with the announcement at this time already has over 800 upvotes and a whopping 335 comments, most of which are positive.
User Professional_Ninja7 writes (via reddit): “I am really happy about the wipe. I have earned some ships that I still don’t use, and I feel so rich right now that I have no desire to grind, but at the same time, it feels like I don’t have what I want. I look forward to working my way back up from the bottom and earning the ships I really want, not the ones I never use.”
User Pojodan sums it up more briefly and gets almost 300 upvotes (via reddit): “I came into the game expecting inevitable wipes. For me, that works perfectly.”
User Darkdodger137 is a bit sad (via reddit): “I have to admit, I hate that I will lose my Phoenix. But with the redesign of the inventory, I saw the wipe coming from a mile away. Well, now it’s grinding time again!”
User BuhoneroxD is also relaxed (via reddit): “It was foreseeable, so I am not angry about it. One thing makes me particularly happy, namely that we still get something for participating in the event.”
Do you play Star Citizen yourself? What do you think of the wipe and the developer’s decision? Can you understand why players are even happy about the wipe? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.
Cheaters are a plague in multiplayer games. Even in CoD Warzone, where you can encounter opponents with wallhacks, aimbots, or speedhacks. A streamer went on the hunt for a speedhacker and landed a brilliant kill.
What is it about? Speedhackers annoy players in shooters and other online games. With the help of hacks, players run or fly incredibly fast across the map, gaining unfair advantages over other players. It often builds up a lot of frustration when you have such a hacker in your match.
Streamer “Bobby Poff” had such a speedhacker in his game and spectacularly ran him over. He knew how to celebrate this victory appropriately.
Running over cheaters with a truck – Looks really good
Here’s how the kill happened: Streamer Bobby Poff shared the clip of the kill on Twitter. The video starts with the streamer speeding across the map in a big truck called Big Bertha, and suddenly sees an opponent moving very quickly and erratically. “That’s the cheater, bro. That’s the cheater! […] Oh my God!”
Warning: The Twitter video is quite loud, and you should turn your sound down.
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With his truck, he pursues and closely observes where the cheater is racing. The advantage of the truck is that it’s harder to hit. When the hacker then feels safe behind a gas tank, the streamer’s aggressive tactic kicks in. He simply blasts through the object with his Bertha and takes the hacker out. Quite simple, very satisfying.
This is how the streamer celebrates: The whole action is very loud. After Bobby Poff sets course for the cheater, the shouting starts with “Oh my God.” But when he actually runs him over, all emotions burst out.
“I GOT HIM, I GOT HIM! Now it starts. Justice has prevailed, justice has prevailed tonight in Verdansk, you bastard! Nothing can stop Big Bob and Bertha. See you on the damn moon!”
How do you like the clip from Bobby Poff? Do you also find it satisfying when a cheater finally gets taken down despite his hacks? A similar situation was celebrated by the community.
Blizzard is changing even more about World of Warcraft. Now in-game images are being altered – a provocatively dressed woman is turned into a plate of fruit.
The sexism and discrimination scandal at Activision Blizzard has triggered a lot of changes. Not only were employees fired, but there have also been changes made in the games. In Overwatch, for example, the cowboy McCree is being renamed, while in World of Warcraft numerous items, achievements, and NPCs are being renamed. Now, in-game images are also being modified – and erotic allusions are being removed.
What is being changed? Some graphics have been discovered in the game data of the upcoming Patch 9.1.5 that are being replaced or revised.
The first image shows a rather blurry depiction of a human woman in noble but fairly revealing robes. The wide neckline goes down to her navel. In the new image, the woman is significantly more covered up, resembles a sorceress more, and has considerably more details.
From wide neckline to high-resolution, but more modest sorceress. Image source: wowhead
The second image also depicted a human woman in revealing clothing, lying among several pillows on a bed – the scene and clothing generally remind one of women in a harem. The image will be completely replaced by a plate of fruit.
While this adjustment can certainly be debated, at least the graphics of both images have been significantly improved, as they now use HD textures.
What kind of images are these? The images have basically existed since Vanilla times in World of Warcraft and were always decorative objects without greater utility, found in dungeons like Scholomance or later in Dalaran. They have been used sporadically for 16 years and can thus be found in many places in the game if one looks for them.
Why is Blizzard doing this? There has been no exact explanation as to why these images are now also being changed. However, they were deemed too offensive and inappropriate, which is why they will be changed in the upcoming Patch 9.1.5.
However, it is noticeable that this does not yet affect all images that are somewhat revealing. For example, there is still this image from Dalaran that has not been changed:
This image can be found in Dalaran – also somewhat revealing, but (for now) not changed.
It is therefore quite possible that there is another reason behind the two altered images, which can currently only be speculated about – for example, that they were implemented by certain employees.
This is how the community reacts: At least in the comments on wowhead and in the subreddit, the change is not being well received. In the WoW subreddit , a thread titled “Blizzard wants to respect women so they turned them into fruit” is currently trending, with the comment: “That’s a different form of objectification of women.”.
Many are concerned that now all more revealing content in World of Warcraft will gradually disappear and that a larger adjustment is on the way. Some warlocks are already worried about their succubus, while others are asking how Blizzard will adjust the section “Den of Mortal Delights” in the Black Temple – as it was actually a huge harem for Illidan and his Illidari, full of human women, elves, and erotic demons like Shivarra and succubi.
What do you think of this adjustment? Completely fine and a good step? Or exaggerated and silly?
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In the Level 5 raids, the monsters of the Lake Trio can currently be found in Pokémon GO. However, only Mesprit can be caught here in Germany. We at MeinMMO have looked at how you can get Selfe and Tobutz, and we’re showing you how.
Since the Pokémon of the Lake Trio are regional monsters, you can currently only find them in the Level 5 raids of their respective regions. With Mesprit, this is not a problem, as it faces you as a raid boss here in Europe.
It’s different with Selfe and Tobutz, as they are native to other regions. You can only find Selfe in Asia and the Pacific. Tobutz appears in America and Greenland in the raids. However, thanks to the remote raid passes now available in Pokémon GO, you can still get Selfe and Tobutz.
Simply have other trainers invite you to these raids. We have looked at how you can find international friends in Pokémon GO, and we have summarized all the information for you below.
PokéGenie
PokéGenie is an external app that you can download from your PlayStore or AppStore. It allows you to be invited to certain raids by other trainers. You can select your desired raid and get ready for an invitation. We’ll show you how it works:
First, you need to sign up for PokéGenie. As you can see in the image below, you will then have the option to click the “Raids” button on the homepage. A list of currently ongoing raids will appear there.
PokéGenie homepage (left) and raid selection (right)
Select your desired raid here. Once a corresponding raid has been published by another trainer, you will enter a lobby. Now you need to send a friend request to the inviting trainer and just wait for the invitation.
Using the “Queue” display, which is listed under each raid, you can see how many people are also waiting for an invitation.
PokéRaids
PokéRaids is also an external app that you can download from your PlayStore or AppleStore. The principle is similar to that of PokéGenie. First, you need to sign up in the app. For this, you will need an email address, your trainer name, your level, and your friendship code.
Once that’s done, you can choose from a variety of raids. However, these are very sought after, so you need to be quick to secure a spot in the raid room. If you make it into the room, you can add the group leader. Their friendship code is automatically copied to the clipboard as soon as you start Pokémon GO. Now you just need to wait for the raid invitation.
PokéRaids raid selection (left) and reward system (right)
Alternatively, similar to PokéGenie, you can also select an automatic assignment to a desired raid. However, you will need to have collected or purchased coins in the app beforehand. You can collect them, as shown in the right part of the previous image, through a daily reward.
Tip: To ensure a smooth process, you should write a note in the chat once you have added the group leader and are ready for the raid. This is indicated in some chats by the term “anr” or “added and ready”.
Other Opportunities
But external apps are not the only way to make international friends. On various platforms, you have the opportunity to enter your friendship code or select existing codes from a list and send corresponding friend requests.
However, there is no guarantee that you will actually be invited to your desired raids. If you still want to try this option, we recommend the following sites:
Also, on Twitter, some Pokémon GO trainers are looking for international friends. Especially the Asian community is very active here. Under the hashtag #PokemonGOraid, numerous friendship codes are posted with requests for invitations. Many offer to invite you to their regional raids.
Have you been able to secure Selfe and Tobutz yet? Through what methods did you establish contact with other trainers abroad? Share your experiences on this topic in the comments and interact with other players on MeinMMO.
In the coming weeks, there is still a lot to come in Pokémon GO. We have summarized all events in September and show you which ones are particularly worthwhile.
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The manufacturer LG has introduced a range of new televisions. The highlight is definitely the 8K television with 325 inches. However, at 1.7 million dollars (1.44 million euros), the television is not exactly cheap.This will primarily speak against a quick investment in a television for the PS5 or Xbox.
Some may know this: you already have a PS5 or an Xbox Series X, but you lack the suitable television and 50 inches just isn’t enough for you. After all, you want to play your PS5 exclusives on a big screen.
If that thought of “playing on the big screen” crosses your mind, then manufacturer LG now offers you the perfect television for this purpose.
With the “Home Cinema Display” series, they have now announced a line of televisions that you can also get in screen size if you think a projector is too small. However, not only the price of 1.7 million US dollars is likely to deter many users from making a purchase.
325-inch television targets multimedia and cinema fans
Who is this television for? LG targets individuals who do not want to go to the cinema and want to experience cinema right in their living room. This is also supported by the name of the new televisions, as LG calls them “Home Cinema Display.” By choosing this size, you are essentially bringing the cinema into your home.
Most televisions come with an aspect ratio of 16:9. LG offers its giant television in a 32:9 version. You could theoretically watch 2 videos side by side or watch a movie while participating in your raid in WoW.
If all of this is too big for you, LG also has an option: in addition to the 325-inch television, LG has also announced several smaller variants of the “Home Cinema Display” series. The “DVLED Home Cinema Display” from LG is available in various sizes (108 to 325 inches) and resolutions (HD to 8K). The smallest display measures at least 108 inches.
Those of you who now want to buy the device for your PS5 or Xbox Series X should keep a few things in mind. After all, the giant television is not only very large but also heavy and expensive.
The smaller variant should also fit in most apartments.
The giant television is unlikely to appeal to most gamers
What problems do potential buyers face? Firstly, the price is very high. At a time when you can buy PS5 consoles and graphics cards for thousands of euros on eBay, gamers may be accustomed to high prices. However, at 1.7 million US dollars, the screen far exceeds all prices of other high-end devices that you might usually find on the market.
Secondly, the television is very large. Even if many users would be tempted to buy it because of its size, very few users are likely to actually have the space to hang the television in their apartment.
As a third point, it should be noted that the television weighs 2000 pounds (about 910 kg) according to LG. You will need suitable walls or at least a structural engineer to tell you whether you can even hang the television in your apartment.
What do you think? Would you want to get such a television or is your regular 4K television enough for you? After all, you would have to invest 1.7 million US dollars.
The best 4K televisions with HDMI 2.1, 120 FPS, and low input lag for PS5 and Xbox Series X will be presented in our buying guide:
The MAD Lions team accuses its League of Legends competitor G2 Esports of manipulating players from other teams. This is not allowed under the statutes of Riot Games. MAD Lions and other teams in the LEC are now calling for a revision of the rules.
What is currently happening in the LEC? The organization MAD Lions accused the competitor G2 Esports of manipulation during the meeting between the LEC teams and Riot Games. MAD Lions also called for a revision of the manipulation and poaching rules in the league. This was reported by the website DotEsports.
The meetings allegedly took place on September 2 and 3: In a vote, 8 of the 10 teams opted for such a revision. G2 Esports and Team Vitality voted against it. However, Vitality argues that the existing rules are not being enforced correctly, according to the report from the e-sports site.
All 3 teams declined to make a statement to DotEsports. However, Riot Games announced that no official complaint regarding the manipulation of G2 Esports had been submitted, which they could investigate.
G2 is allegedly searching for a replacement for Rekkles, digging up banned players
As a replacement for Rekkles, G2 Esports is reportedly interested in Matyáš “Carzzy” Orság, the AD-Carry from MAD Lions (featured image). However, he is under contract until November 2021 and can only transfer during the off-season in November.
How G2 Esports will proceed in 2022 is still unclear. For the team that has dominated LoL in Europe in recent years, this year has not been good. They missed the qualification for Worlds 2022.
The midlaner Caps has received a contract extension until 2023 and remains with G2 Esports.
The future of the other players and coach GrabbZ, who has led the team since 2017, is still unclear.
Rekkles is currently under criticism. His playstyle is said not to fit G2 Esports.
Rule catalog aims to prevent manipulation and poaching
What are the current rules? The Global Penalty Index from Riot Games specifies exactly what is allowed and what is not (via Esport-assets.com). Three rules relate to the topic of poaching:
A player who manipulates another to poach him for a team receives a ban of between 5 and 10 months.
Non-players of a team or its subsidiaries are also not allowed to attempt to poach other players or offer them employment. The maximum penalty results in a permanent exclusion.
Thirdly, players or coaches are not allowed to solicit offers from other teams without the express consent of the current team, as long as they are under contract. This can lead to a ban of between 3 and 15 months.
All allegations of manipulation must be reported within six months of the alleged incident.
Does manipulation happen often? There are clear regulations from Riot Games designed to prevent manipulation and the poaching of players. Often, such cases are not heard of. However, G2 Esports has already been accused of such behavior twice in the past.
Where have there been allegations of manipulation? G2 Esports has been involved in two incidents where the accusation of manipulation was made:
First, in 2016, there was an incident where midlaner Perkz allegedly “poached” the players Zven and Mithy. 10 to 15 European players were said to have been in a kind of “secret group chat,” as Slingshot Esports reported at the time. Mithy subsequently transferred from Origin to G2 Esports.
In 2018, Perkz allegedly manipulated top-laner Odoamne, bot-laners Hjarnan and Upset, as well as support Wadid. This was reported by VPEsports. However, the LEC denied that they received a complaint.
G2 Esports and Perkz were not punished for either incident.
The MAD Lions team surprisingly won the LEC in summer 2021. The team also includes a German player:
The Mage Tower brings plenty of rewards in World of Warcraft. But especially Druids should be happy – and prepare.
Blizzard has revealed details about the return of the Mage Tower in Patch 9.1.5 and explained how it will unfold in World of Warcraft. Most of it has already been datamined and correctly predicted by data miners – but there are also a few surprises. Especially Druids can rejoice because they are getting a really nice new skin.
What do we know now? Blizzard has published more details about the upcoming Mage Tower revival in a new forum post. According to datamining, it has been proven correct and there is an exclusive set for transmogrification for each class – a recolor of the set from the Tomb of Sargeras.
But there is more. Especially Druid players can be excited because Tank Druids can earn a new Bear Form in the form of a “Fel Werebear” – a demon bear.
This new bear form is available for Guardian Druids – if they complete the Mage Tower.
Why is the Druid form coming back? It is a new variant of the Druid form that was exclusively available in the Mage Tower back then. Blizzard writes:
During Legion, the Mage Tower provided most specializations with a new appearance variant for their weapon, but players who did not receive this can still collect countless other weapon transmogs in the game.
However, for Guardian Druids, the Mage Tower reward was an alternative bear form with a unique silhouette and animations. There is simply nothing like it in the game. For years, we have heard feedback from Druid players who are frustrated that something so transformative is no longer available, and we agree.
Therefore, during the Timewalking: Legion, Guardian Druids who complete “The Return of the Highlord” will also unlock a new demon variant of the “Werebear” form.
Is there more? Yes. Anyone who completes all 7 Mage Tower challenges on an account will also receive an exclusive mount. It is a flying book from the Kirin Tor. This is one of the mounts that players could vote for a long time ago, but lost out to the Wandering Ancient. The fact that this mount is now also becoming available should please many players.
How difficult will the Mage Tower be? Unlike before, item level will probably not be as decisive this time. As in other Timewalking content, Blizzard will scale character strengths to an appropriate level. The goal here is to allow a “significant difficulty for current players”. Thus, the Mage Tower will likely not be a walk in the park, but also nothing that can just be CoutgearedE by having a high item level.
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When is it coming? The Mage Tower and the Timewalking: Legion is part of 9.1.5. There is no exact release date yet, but realistic estimates suggest mid-October. Therefore, you will have to wait 3 to 5 weeks for the new challenges.
How often is the Mage Tower active? The Mage Tower will be active early in the launch of Patch 9.1.5 along with Timewalking: Legion for two weeks straight. Anyone wanting to get as many rewards as possible should prepare for it. Because after the two weeks pass, it will take several months for the tower to become active again.
This is because Timewalking: Legion will fall into the normal rhythm of other Timewalkings and will then only be available for about 7 days every 3 to 4 months. So it’s worth it to have all characters ready right at the start of the event.
Are you looking forward to the Mage Tower and the new rewards? Or do you find “rehashed content” unappealing?
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In Pokémon GO you can now challenge the legendary Pokémon Vesprit in Europe. We show you the best counters and all other information.
Where can you find Vesprit? The Pokémon remains regional. You will only be able to catch Vesprit in Europe and Asia, while Selfe and Tobutz can be caught in other regions of the world. However, with remote raids, you can also acquire Selfe and Tobutz here. How to get invited to Selfe and Tobutz has been summarized for you here.
We updated this article on September 16, 2021, for you. We brought the guide up to date and adjusted the best counters against Vesprit.
These are the best counters against Vesprit
The legendary Pokémon Vesprit belongs to Generation 4 and is a Psychic-type. It has weaknesses against Ghost, Dark, and Bug types. Therefore, Ghost and Dark Pokémon are especially good choices. You should use the following Pokémon:
Mega-Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball
Mega-Hundemon with Snarl and Foul Play
(Crypto-) Snibunna with Snarl and Foul Play
(Crypto-) Despotar with Bite and Crunch
(Crypto-) Mewtwo with Psycho Cut and Shadow Ball
Skelabra with Curse and Shadow Ball
Mega-Gyarados with Bite and Crunch
Darkrai with Snarl and Shadow Ball
(Crypto-) Hundemon with Snarl and Foul Play
Giratina Origin Forme with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball
(Crypto-) Kramshef with Snarl and Dark Pulse
(Crypto-) Absol with Snarl and Dark Pulse
(Crypto-) Traunmagil with Curse and Shadow Ball
These 4 Pokémon are all good counters against Vesprit
More solid counters: While not the best counters, Bug-type Pokémon are at least a solid choice. They simply don’t have as strong stats as Ghost and Dark Pokémon, but can still be used effectively.
Here is a list of additional good counters that almost every trainer likely has:
(Crypto-) Pinsir with Bug Bite and X-Scissor
(Crypto-) Scherox with Fury Cutter and X-Scissor
Gengar with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball
Torhaido with Bite and Crunch
Mega-Bibor with Bug Bite & X-Scissor
These Pokémon you should not use: Some Pokémon deal very little damage against Vesprit, so you should not use them. This includes Lugia or Stolloss.
Also a poor choice are Fighting-type Pokémon like Machomei, as Vesprit is very effective against them. The same goes for Poison Pokémon.
This is how strong Vesprit can be from the raid: The Psychic Pokémon can have a maximum of 1747 CP in raids. In windy weather, it can even reach 2184 CP. This would be a Vesprit with 100% IV.
How many players do I need for Vesprit? You can defeat the Pokémon relatively easily in a group of three with the best counters and a good friendship level. If you don’t have such a high level yet, we recommend about 5-6 players for Vesprit.
Is there Shiny Vesprit? Yes, you can encounter Vesprit in its shiny form with a bit of luck. You can recognize it by its golden body.
Vesprit normal (left) and shiny (right)
Is it worth raiding for Vesprit? The legendary Pokémon is not among the best attackers. It is a solid Pokémon, but faces too much competition among Psychic attackers. A detailed analysis of Vesprit’s strength has already been published for you.
You can still catch Vesprit in the wild: The lake trio was already released in the wild. There you can still catch the Pokémon, depending on their region. However, they should be very rare there.
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The new Call of Duty: Vanguard once again changes the mechanics around the mini-map and sound suppression. Players demand changes and wish for the return of the ‘old’ mini-map. What lies behind it, we explain to you on MeinMMO.
The shooter Call of Duty: Vanguard has just completed its first beta weekend and received much feedback on the issues of the test phase and also on the general mechanics. And one thing is at the top of many players’ wish lists for changes: the return of the classic mini-map.
MeinMMO shows you how the ‘classic’ mini-map works, how Vanguard interprets this mechanic, and what solution many players desire.
Mini-map used to be strong gameplay support
How did the mini-map work before? In Call of Duty, you used to see your enemies on the mini-map when they fired with an unsuppressed weapon. A red mark on the map briefly showed the position of a potential kill – even beyond the edge of the mini-map.
When configurable weapon attachments came into play, you could bypass this ping by equipping your weapon with a suppressor. But you consciously had to give up another strong bonus to take advantage of this.
Another way to see enemies on the mini-map, is Killstreaks. A reconnaissance aircraft monitors the action on the map and regularly pings enemies on the mini-map like a radar. A personal radar also uncovers enemies, but only for you and not for the entire team.
You can normally escape this discovery with the perk “Ghost”. The Killstreak “Counter UAV” also helps, as this drone makes the enemy mini-map useless.
What impact does this have on match flow? It makes a big difference whether you are regularly visible on the map or not. Especially aggressive players sacrifice other strong bonuses to remain unseen on the map.
Basically, this has increased the speed of battles and tactics. More information about the positions of enemies is available, and good reconnaissance allows you to have a rough idea of what you are getting into in a fight.
If you keep an eye on the mini-map as a player, it often gives you a significant advantage.
If you want to take a look at the Vanguard beta yourself, here are the important dates for the open beta:
What is different in Vanguard? With Modern Warfare from 2019, there was a new system. Also, players without a suppressor are no longer visible on the map when firing. This made the reconnaissance drone more important.
Vanguard also relies on this system again, but with a twist. Because theoretically you can use the old system again with the perk “Radar”. You must therefore use a perk and give up other advantages to use the old mechanic in the game. If it weren’t for the generous gunsmith.
In Vanguard, you can equip 10 out of 10 attachment slots at any time. Two of the attachment slots, muzzle and ammunition type, give you attachments that allow you to suppress your sound, thus countering the perk “Radar”. You have to use a valuable perk slot that can easily be countered by a less valuable attachment slot.
Against the reconnaissance aircraft, the perk “Ghost” also helps here, and the Killstreak “Counter UAV”, which disrupts the entire enemy team’s mini-map so that neither the outlines of the map nor soldier pings can be seen. If you are on the move, have full suppression and the perk “Ghost” in your loadout, you can almost completely disappear from the mini-map.
Additionally, the very long deployment times of the Counter UAVs in the beta come into play. If an enemy activates a drone, the mini-map is disrupted for more than a minute. However, the Counter UAVs can also be shot down.
Only the improved reconnaissance aircraft can theoretically detect you with full counter abilities, but it has not yet been confirmed whether the better reconnaissance is even in the game.
The mini-map in Vanguard often shows no enemies. Only the blue arrows of friends.
What impact does this have on match flow? Your loadouts should be prepared against detection by “Radar”. So you either need a strong suppressor for the muzzle or subsound ammunition. The perk “Ghost” remains strong and important.
Players must decide whether they want the old mini-map, which may occupy a perk slot unnecessarily due to the good possibility of sound suppression. Or whether they prefer to use other perks to detect enemies, such as “Tracker,” which shows the footprints of nearby enemies.
Overall, the weaker mini-map reduces the speed of battles and tactics. The weaker reconnaissance leads to more uncertainty and thus to a generally more cautious approach.
If you, as a player, keep an eye on the mini-map, the advantages to you are manageable.
If you want to see the Vanguard beta mini-map in action, we embed 10 minutes of pure gameplay here:
We want your opinion on the topic
The issue with the mini-map has been a topic since CoD MW, and Cold War also relies on the old system again. How do you see this? Participate in our survey on the mini-map topic or check out the results directly:
Many players have a clear opinion about the mini-map
What do players say about it? At the time of Modern Warfare in 2019, the mini-map was already a controversy in the community, and before the beta launch of Vanguard, many players also advocated for the classic version of the mini-map. Thus, the news account “ModernWarzone” launched a survey on the topic at the end of August and received a clear response:
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Of the more than 26,000 participants, over 21,000 wanted the old mini-map back (as of 14.09.21), meaning the perk “Radar” standard and without having to sacrifice a perk slot. The survey has no representative value for a statement about the entire player base of Call of Duty, but it probably indicates the trend.
On the discussion platform reddit, the topic is also a “hit.” In the still relatively young subreddit of CoD Vanguard, 2 topics about the mini-map occupy 1st and 3rd place among the threads with the most upvotes at all (via reddit.com / as of 14.09.21).
Especially the user “Hayashii” has articulated their opinion on the topic very extensively (via reddit.com). For the user, the mini-map of the beta is the “most useless mini-map ever” in a CoD and also immediately suggests 3 improvement possibilities for Vanguard:
Subsonic ammunition should show firing enemies when a radar is activated
Counter UAV should have a shorter duration and be a 5-kill streak
The perk “Ghost” can only be unlocked at higher levels
There are also players in the thread who do not want to give the mini-map the status of strong gameplay support. But approval for the system of CoD MW is only rarely found.
When it comes to the setting and in-game mechanics, it also depends a lot on your own taste. One person may have no interest in World War, while another is put off by jet packs and a futuristic scenario. The same applies to perks and abilities.
We also gladly read your comments on the topic of the mini-map. How would you solve the problem? Participate in our survey in the article and share your thoughts in the comments on MeinMMO.
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With so many available fighters in Pokémon Unite, it is always exciting to see what the community thinks about them. Therefore, we wanted to know from you which three Pokémon you prefer to take into battle. We evaluated the survey and now show you the 22 Pokémon in your ranking.
What’s it about? The MOBA Pokémon Unite now includes a variety of pocket monsters. Each has its own specialties and strengths. Additionally, some Pokémon are played in specific sections of the battle arena – Bot, Top, or Mid Lane (Jungle).
In a survey, we wanted to find out which Pokémon you like to play the most. The Pokémon Blastoise was not implemented in the game at the time of the survey, which is why it does not appear in this evaluation.
These are the results: A total of 762 MeinMMO readers participated in the survey, and each of you had three votes available. In total, there were 1913 individual votes.
Now let’s move on to the top 10 of your favorites.
Rank 10: Charizard (Charizard)
Battle Type: All-Rounder
Preferred Lane: Top or Bot Lane
Equippable Held Items:
Muscle Band
Energy Amplifier
Buddy Barrier
Focus Band
This is Charizard: Charizard is an old hand among Pokémon and belongs to the three iconic starter Pokémon of Generation 1 of the main series. In Pokémon Unite, it also utilizes its fiery powers with attacks like Fire Spin and Flamethrower.
Its Unite Move “Seismic Slam” also recalls old Pokémon episodes, where it grabbed opponents, lifted them into the air and then slammed them down to the ground with full force. Charizard benefits from partners like Mr. Mime, Blissey, or Eldegoss, who support it diligently at the start.
With one more vote, namely 79 in total (4.13%), it surpasses Gardevoir and secures its place in the top 10 of your favorites.
Rank 9: Pikachu
Battle Type: Attacker (special)
Preferred Lane: Top or Bot Lane
Equippable Held Items:
Energy Amplifier
Buddy Barrier
Wise Glasses
Shell Bell
This is Pikachu: Everyone knows Pikachu, right? The mascot has imprinted itself in the minds of some grandparents and is simply indispensable in the franchise. The electric mouse has also been with us since Generation 1 of the main series and is Ash’s eternal partner in the series.
With the attacks Electro Ball and Thunderbolt, it can electrify opponents properly and deal heavy damage. Pikachu appreciates partners like Snorlax, Slowbro, or Alolan Ninetales on the lane. Together they can really annoy opponents by inflicting movement incapacity.
Pikachu is probably a bit cleverer than Charizard and sneaks past Charizard with 80 votes (4.18%) to rank 9.
Rank 8: Absol
Battle Type: Speedster
Preferred Lane: Jungle
Equippable Held Items:
Score Shield
Attack Weight
Scope Lens
Muscle Band
This is Absol: The mysterious, graceful and slightly dark Pokémon Absol belongs to the Dark type. It was introduced along with the Hoenn region in the 3rd main series game. In Pokémon Unite, it lives up to its type “Speedster.”
It moves quickly with attacks like Feint, Night Slash, or Pursuit in specific directions and rarely leaves opponents alive when it comes into play. As high as Absol’s critical damage is, its defense is equally low. If it doesn’t escape in time, it stands a very good chance of feeling the wrath of the opponent’s Pokémon and getting knocked out.
Absol has left Pikachu in the dust and occupies rank 8 on this list with 4.81% (92 votes).
Rank 7: Gengar
Battle Type: Speedster
Preferred Lane: Jungle
Equippable Held Items:
Sp. Atk. Specs
Wise Glasses
Shell Bell
Score Shield
This is Gengar: The Ghost Pokémon Gengar also comes from Generation 1 of the main series and has likely given you a nightmare or two at Jens’ Teak City Arena in Johto or in Pokémon Unite.
At one point, Gengar was the most feared Pokémon in Unite with its Sludge Bomb and Hex combination. However, since it has been weakened, it is now rarely seen in battles. Yet it can still annoy opponents significantly with the attack Dream Eater, especially when combined with a Wigglytuff or Snorlax. However, Gengar prefers to disappear into the jungle.
Even though it is played less in Unite, Gengar has still made it to rank 7 with 107 votes (5.59%).
This is Snorlax: Who hasn’t thought “Aww” as Snorlax joyfully runs through Pokémon Unite? The round, lazy, and gluttonous Pokémon is the last on this list that comes from Generation 1 of the main series.
Snorlax is one of the best fighters in Unite. It can keep opponents at bay with its shield, cause damage with Heavy Slam, and leave opponents immobile. Additionally, it has the ability to put opponents to sleep with Yawn. If you encounter a teammate with Wigglytuff in important battles who can also put opponents to sleep, this can create a deadly combo for the enemies.
Often, this defender is left behind on a lane. You can trust it to protect the goals. Pokémon like Pikachu or Ninetales are also liked by Snorlax.
With 6.17% (118 votes), Snorlax rolls past Gengar to secure rank 6 on the list.
On the next page, we continue with the top 5 of our ranking.
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According to insider reports, it has been confirmed: The release of Battlefield 2042 is being postponed. The shooter will share such a fate with many other major titles. Tarek Zehrer, a freelance author at MeinMMO, believes: The release policy in the industry is slowly becoming just annoying.
What are these rumors? Several industry insiders have speculated in recent days about a possible release delay for Battlefield 2042. They all report that their source mentions a possible release in 2022. (via thegamer.com)
However, they do not provide any concrete details, but many consider the possibility to be quite plausible. Since August, it has been relatively quiet around Battlefield 2042. And this, despite the fact that the release on October 22 is not far away, and the franchise is one of the most important from EA.
So it would not surprise anyone if this were to happen. I would not be surprised by a release in 2022 either; however, I must say: It is slowly becoming ridiculous and just annoying. Why do we even need release dates anymore?
A brief note in advance: The article is directed against the release policy, not against the developers behind the respective games. They have only limited influence on a specific release date and are often struggling with crunch and long working hours. Therefore, I would like to explicitly exclude them from criticism.
Release dates are often just placeholders
What is the problem? Looking at the major releases of recent years, you can notice: A specific date has only minimal significance.
Especially with high-budget games and online features, the trend is clear, but even single-player games are affected.
Here are just a few examples that many of you may be familiar with:
It is becoming increasingly rare for a title to be released on the day it was announced. And don’t get me wrong: The fact that a release is postponed is not necessarily a bad thing for me.
If a game still needs time, publishers and developers should simply take the time and postpone a release if necessary.
But why do we need to set such a tight date in the first place, putting pressure on developers, which cannot then be met? And that in times when crunch is increasingly being discussed and criticized?
Why are release dates becoming increasingly inaccurate and, at least it feels like, being set incorrectly more often? And much more importantly: Why does the customer have to be aware of this at all? One reason could be that the games are becoming more gigantic, complex, and elaborate in development.
That’s why it’s difficult to change anything: The exact reasons can only be speculated about from the outside. But I believe that it has to do with the millions of dollars spent on marketing and hype campaigns in the industry. Nowadays, major advertising campaigns are often launched months and years in advance.
Additionally, major publishers often have to disclose their exact plans in investor conferences. Accordingly, they are almost forced to present some sort of roadmap. After all, the major publishers are multi-billion dollar companies.
This can lead to good ideas and visions for games being destroyed well in advance. The hype is built up, fans are excited, looking forward to the release – and then it doesn’t happen.
As a result, players lose more and more interest in the product, the hype subsides and, in the worst case, high expectations are not met, as with Cyberpunk. This is not good for the fans who get disappointed, not good for the devs who are working hard, and not good for publishers and studios whose reputation is tarnished.
A major game from the last few years has shown how it can work.
How did it go with Apex? A positive example from the recent past is Apex Legends. The free-to-play shooter was released simply, without major advance notice. Without months or even years of a marketing campaign.
Apex suddenly appeared and had millions of players within days. Although it is a free-to-play game, it is still difficult to establish oneself as a newcomer in that segment today.
Was the game internally postponed at some point? Who knows? Nothing is known outside the team and the publisher about that. And that is the point: There can’t be a shitstorm if no one finds out about the development of the game years in advance. Developers could at least work with a little more peace.
I would simply wish that more focus would be put on bringing games to market in good condition and taking the time needed.
During years of development, unforeseen events can cause chaos repeatedly. The industry has experienced this vividly with the example of Covid.
So just announce the game when it’s done! I don’t need to know two years in advance whether shooter X will be released sometime in 202X or maybe not. How refreshing would it be if games were simply announced shortly before release?
But what do you think about the topic? Does the release mess bother you as much as it does me? Or do you care less? Discuss with us in the comments.
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The development teams from DICE, Ripple Effect, and Criterion have together with EA postponed the release of the shooter Battlefield 2042 (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series). The new release date is now November 19, 2021. The delay is attributed to the difficult working conditions caused by the Corona crisis. However, there will be an open beta.
This is being postponed:
Originally, the release of Battlefield 2042 was planned for October 22, 2021
The new release date is November 19, 2021 – about a month later. Both dates are Fridays.
Why isBattlefield 2042 being delayed? The involved developer teams and EA say in a joint statement on Twitter that the team has encountered unexpected difficulties. They attribute it to the Corona pandemic. The pandemic has posed “unexpected challenges” for the team.
They had actually hoped that the teams could manage just fine as the release approached, but now must realize that it is not going to work. Especially considering the size and direction of the game.
The teams have been working hard from home, but now believe that more time is needed to realize the vision for Battlefield 2042.
They mention that it is still necessary to put “the finishing touches” on Battlefield 2042.
Battlefield 2042 delayed, but not as long as feared
Did we see this coming? Throughout the day, rumors had arisen that Battlefield 2042 would be delayed. However, it was assumed that the shooter could even be pushed to 2022. This concern has not come to pass.
This is noteworthy: Journalist Jeff Grubb points out that there might be a reason for the announcement being made at 10:05 PM. At 10 PM, the US stock market NASDAQ closes, where Electronic Arts stocks are traded.
MeinMMO author Tarek Zehrer already addressed today that so many games are being postponed in 2021:
On September 16, Phase 2 of WoW Burning Crusade Classic begins. We at MeinMMO reveal what to expect and how you can participate in the new content.
What does Phase 2 bring? Phase 2 will activate some new content in Burning Crusade Classic that players can explore. You can especially look forward to two iconic boss encounters, which are also considered the hardest thus far in the Classic era:
The raid “The Serpent Shrine Cavern” will be unlocked. There you will face Lady Vashj.
The raid “The Eye in the Tempest Keep” will be unlocked. There you will fight Kael’thas Sunstrider.
Additionally, with the new phase, the 2nd arena season begins, where you can earn new weapons and armor. Also in Phase 2, the PvP battlegrounds will be overhauled so you can fight against your faction as well. This was already tested in July 2021 and is supposed to remain until the end of Burning Crusade.
What else will change? In addition to the major changes, there are also some small adjustments that can be quite interesting:
The old raids will be slightly easier in difficulty.
Daily quests for the factions Ogri’la and Skyguard of the Sha’tari will be added. These are the first classic daily quests in Classic and they offer a good way to earn gold.
In general, new methods for earning money will be introduced, making it easier for you to acquire your Epic Mount.
Druids can earn their flight form.
When will Phase 2 be released? The release will take place during the night. On September 16 at exactly 0:01 AM our time, the new content will launch worldwide.
To get you in the mood for the new content, we have embedded the trailer for the raid “The Eye in the Tempest Keep”:
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Tokens for gloves, pants, and the helm of the Tier 5 set will drop
This is what the Eye in the Tempest Keep offers:
25 players
4 bosses
Final boss Kael’thas
Tokens for shoulders and chest piece of the Tier 5 set will drop
What do you need to do to participate in the new raids? If you want to prepare for the launch of the new raids tonight, you can start by completing the prerequisite quests if you haven’t done so already. The following three quest lines must be completed for both raids:
First, you need to earn access to the Black Morass. The corresponding quest line can be started at level 66 and begins with the Keeper of Time before the Caverns of Time in Tanaris.
Finally, you will need the heroic dungeon keys. However, you need to be Revered with the factions Honor Hold/Thrallmar, Cenarion Expedition, Lower City, and the Sha’tar.
Afterwards, there are special quests for the respective raids:
For the Serpent Shrine Cavern, you must complete the quest “The Scepter of Kar’desh.” You start the quest in the Slave Pens in heroic mode.
For the Tempest Keep, you must complete the quest line “The Hand of Gul’Dan.” This consists of 25 individual quests.
A detailed guide to unlocking the raids has been published by Blizzard itself on their page (via Worldofwarcraft.com).
What do you think about Phase 2 of WoW Burning Crusade Classic? Do the changes appeal to you, and will you return to the game? Or are you playing it actively? Feel free to share in the comments.
Recently, a large raid guild in WoW Classic disbanded. The guild leader had nothing good to say about the MMORPG:
In CoD Warzone players have discovered a new bug related to the Riot Shield. This makes players invincible and causes frustration for their opponents.
Warzone is known for recurring glitches and bugs that affect the game more or less. It’s particularly annoying when a bug allows other players to become invincible. Such bugs have occurred in the past:
There are also numerous cheaters and hackers who employ every trick to gain an advantage.
Now it seems that a new, similar error is in the game, apparently related to the use of the shield.
Do not use bows or Rytec AMR against shield types
What is this bug? User LordTuxedo shared a video on reddit where the bug was accidentally triggered for him. He was using the shield and was shot by a bow.
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So it’s best to avoid these two weapons to not accidentally become a victim yourself. The bug may have also been fixed with the latest update that went live today, September 15.
Almost a year after the release of Genshin Impact, the first players have managed to reach the highest Adventure Rank. Countless hours of grinding were necessary for this. But was it worth it? The reward is certainly very… modest.
What is the Adventure Rank? The Adventure Rank or level is a mechanic in Genshin Impact that is primarily determined by your progress in the game.
This level is globally valid for your entire account and differs from the individual character levels. Accordingly, you receive separate EXP for that.
The highest rank currently is level 60, and it has taken almost a year for the first players to reach this rank. While the first 55 levels are relatively easy to achieve, the last 5 ranks require a lot of grinding to complete.
A video from Revimy shows the first player to achieve this milestone two weeks before the first birthday of Genshin Impact:
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Eternal Grind – for a few Wishes and Upgrade Materials
What was the reward? For reaching the highest rank, the player received a few Wishes, Primogems, and upgrade material for weapons and characters.
So anyone expecting a special reward for reaching rank 60 may be disappointed. A lot of work is actually required for that.
How long does it take to reach level 60? It is very difficult to provide an exact number. According to gamesradar, it wouldn’t even be enough to complete all daily commissions, events, and quests. That would only get you to rank 58.
The first person to achieve this took almost a year since release to reach this success. This already indicates how high the effort is for it.
What happens after level 60? Aside from the reward, almost nothing changes. Your EXP will now be converted into Mora. Rewards from daily tasks will also bring nearly double the amount of Mora.
Was it worth it? That is something everyone has to decide for themselves. Most players would probably expect a better reward for numerous hours of grinding. For others, however, only the achievement counts.
What is currently happening in Genshin Impact? Next month, the update 2.2 is apparently set to be released. There are already some leaks about new characters and “Tsurumi”, a new island in Inazuma.
