CoD Vanguard: Beta divides the community – Between “Best CoD” and “A disgrace!”

Call of Duty: Vanguard is in its second beta weekend and now allows players on PC and Xbox to join the servers. Compared to the first weekend, there have been some changes. However, the feedback from the community is very mixed – somewhere between joy and frustration.

What type of beta is this? The new Call of Duty: Vanguard is set to release on November 5th and is currently testing servers and key mechanics. The beta is online and will run until September 20 at 7 PM.

As a neutral observer looking at the coverage of Vanguard, it’s hard to say what players overall think about it. There are numerous negative voices, especially on Twitter regarding the developers’ posts about patches or adjustments. But there are also many opinions that rate the new CoD positively and give it a thumbs up.

MeinMMO summarizes a few opinions for you and looks at what the actual problem is.

Vanguard is either hated or loved – What’s going on?

As more and more information about the new CoD became known throughout September, the setting was particularly regarded as one of the biggest problems for many players. Vanguard brings CoD back to the World War setting for the first time in 4 years and faces a lot of resistance. However, there is already a strong base of players who can adapt to or even enjoy the setting.

It’s similar now with the mechanics, as Call of Duty opens the servers of Vanguard for the beta. PlayStation players are already benefiting from an open beta and can join without pre-ordering (PS Plus required). Xbox and PC players currently need a pre-order but can test the open beta starting September 18th.

The picture is again similar to the presentation of the setting. Many negative impressions mix with some positive opinions.

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Unity looks different.

Better gameplay than the predecessor defines positive debate

What is well-received? It seems that especially the fans of Modern Warfare from 2019 are getting what they want. This is not surprising, as Vanguard uses a polished engine from CoD MW and plays similarly. This also applies to Warzone players, who are using the same engine.

The movement and gunplay are the strengths here, and these aspects are rarely criticized. The new sliding combined with tactical sprint brings some negative voices, but in terms of movement and weapons, everything seems fundamentally okay.

The comparison with the predecessor Cold War also often plays a role. If you did not like Cold War, then the chance is greater that you will like Vanguard. If Cold War is your thing, then it is quite possible that Vanguard falls flat for you. A blanket statement cannot be made, but those are the signals from the community.

What is very positively received is the communication and openness of the developers. The studio for the new CoD is Sledgehammer Games. They often respond to feedback and have addressed most of the biggest problems after the two testing phases, aside from the controversial matchmaking.

Very positively received was also the fast balancing of the field upgrade “Armor”. The field upgrade could recharge very quickly and gave you body armor of 150 health points, with a base health of 100 points. Now the gadget recharges “slowly” and provides only 50 points of armor. The removal of the crazy distortion effects when firing at enemies is nearly completely gone.

Bugs, “Noob” mechanics, and SBMM are the ongoing problems

What is poorly received? Vanguard has to deal with similar accusations as Modern Warfare from 2019. The mechanics and the structure of the game are said to favor beginners and “noobs”. The skill gap – that is, the difference in skill levels – is said to be reduced, providing beginners with a better game, while experienced players suffer, that’s the idea behind this opinion.

Accordingly, CoD veterans feel neglected and are disappointed. The reasons stated are:

These are all the arguments that have been put forward against Modern Warfare nearly 2 years ago. This does not weaken the arguments but actually strengthens the opinion of the players who already had issues with CoD MW – they are even more frustrated.

Additionally, there are some bugs and a strange audio mix. Some players on PC have trouble hearing anything at all. But even on other platforms, matches are currently considered very quiet in general, and opponent footsteps are hard or even impossible to hear.

Conclusion from the author: The new direction of CoD is right

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Maik Schneider – Freelance author at MeinMMO: Modern Warfare from 2019, along with CoD Mobile and Warzone, brought the “Call of Duty” franchise back on the rise and provided the whole series with millions of new players. So why should CoD return to the old problems?

Veterans complain that CoD makes more and more gameplay decisions intended to assist beginners. But franchises that have existed as long as Call of Duty thrive on their newcomers and, accordingly, their “noob” friendliness.

CoD MW and Vanguard are fine shooters and the game and gunplay are top-notch in comparison to the industry. So why not keep up with the times and adjust your own play style? If you end up in a lobby with equally strong players due to matchmaking, the high killstreaks become something special again, much like for a beginner who gets their very first 5 kill streak and proudly drops a glide bomb.

Vanguard is far from free of errors and concerns, but the game is fun, looks great, and the developers seem very committed to addressing community feedback. I remain very optimistic about the new Vanguard.

If you want to get an overview of the opinions from the community yourself, we will embed some videos and Twitter postings from the developers here:

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If you’re still unsure about the new Call of Duty, take the weekend and check it out during the open beta. PlayStation players already have full access, and for Xbox and PC, the open beta starts on Saturday at 7 PM (September 18). You can find all important information about the beta here.

We would love to hear your comments and opinions on the beta or the entire situation surrounding CoD: Vanguard. Leave a comment and discuss with us and the community on MeinMMO.

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6 secret changes in Fortnite that are hidden on the map in Season 8

In Fortnite: Battle Royale Season 8 has started. In addition to a new theme focus and a Battle Pass, there are a few secret changes that can now be found on the map. We at MeinMMO will show you which story secrets Epic has hidden this time.

What is currently happening in Fortnite? On September 13, 2021, Season 8 – Chapter 2 began. As seen in the trailer, the map has been plagued by angry cubes that crashed onto the island during the live event in Season 7.

The live event also caused changes to the map, new weapons, and wreckage from the mothership scattered all over the map. But were there also changes that are not immediately noticeable?

Secret changes in Season 8

We show you a few things that can now be found on the map in Season 8. You might not have noticed some of them yet, but it’s good to know in case you need them in battle or want to gather more info about the story.

1. Camping by Pro-Alien Activists from Believer Beach 

What is new? In Season 7, there was some tension among the inhabitants of the island. On one side, there was IO – a secret organization that is doing everything to stop this alien threat. On the other side, there were proponents of the aliens and their invasion. They held a welcoming party at “Believer Beach” and prepared for their arrival. But what happened to them now?

Grilling in a small circle

The activists have now set up a camp northeast of Craggy Cliffs. There are now inflatable cushions with alien logos on them, caravans, and even grilling equipment. Apparently, the crash of the mothership hasn’t affected them much, and they still believe in the goodness of the aliens. But it remains to be seen for how long…

2. Lonely Intruder

What is new? If you dare to come near the “Steamy Stacks” power plant, you may have noticed a special house that can be seen in the distance. This house is surrounded by a cube-like energy field, which was also present in Holly Hedges during Season 7. But what is inside this alien house?

A hostile intruder, holed up with a lot of cat food. He is certainly trying to cope with the current situation. Still, this shows that not all aliens are evil. Maybe he is trying to hide from IO and just live his life. Definitely a cool detail.

3. Traitor and her organization haunt Fortnite

What is new? After the failed attempt to kill all involved agents during the live event, the boss of the “IO” organization, “Sloane”, has tried to regain a foothold on the island. With small outposts and excavators, she is trying to restore order on the map.

In Holly Hedges, the remnants of the alien breeding ground are now being removed to make room for humanoid life again. If you want to know where this outpost is located and where to take down this lousy traitor, we will provide you with a map. Have fun.

Get your revenge on her!

4. Secret bunker facility becomes more visible

What is new? In the past, three entrances to the secret underground base have been discovered. So far, they have remained locked and none of the players in Fortnite know what is behind these entrances.

Many speculate that this is the entrance to an IO underground base. Others believe that these entrances are linked to the bunker of Shadow.

So far there have been no clear or new responses to this topic until now.

Due to the crash of the mothership, the impact of the wreckage has led to the revelation of an undiscovered bunker entrance. Whether further information will be added during Season 8 remains to be seen. The fact is, it remains exciting.

5. Garden gnomes plan an escape

What is new? The famous Fortnite garden gnomes have caused trouble in the past. From an impending war against the plush bears to terrorist attacks, everything has been involved. Therefore, these rebels were all brought to the sheriff’s prison. But what are they up to now?

Based on observations, outside gnomes are trying to help the prisoners. Two gnomes have positioned themselves on the other side of the river near Lazy Lake and are already preparing a wheelbarrow and a gas bottle. Is a prison break about to take place?

6. Alien cubes are moving

What is new? The live event has spawned many cubes of the Kevin species onto the map. Kevin has proven to us in the previous seasons that he is not just a sluggish cube, but can also actively participate in Fortnite.

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Eager observers are documenting the movements of the new cubes on Twitter and Reddit. It will be very interesting to see what the cubes are planning against us and whether a fight against them is on the horizon.

The events involving these cube-like beings have so far not promised anything good. It remains to be seen whether Kevin and his family will stomp this island into the ground.

What do you think about these secret changes? Have you noticed them already or perhaps even found more? Share your discoveries with us in the comments!

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CoD Warzone brings Iron Trial ’84 with hard rules – Here’s how to survive

In CoD Warzone, the developers are currently offering a new battle royale mode for the best and most ambitious players, where harder rules apply and many things change. What exactly is different, how to react to it, and what the community says about it can be found here on MeinMMO.

Who is the new mode for? In Warzone, there are top players for whom a victory in battle royale is no longer a highlight, but a standard situation. Such players then seek further challenges, such as setting absurd records or competing alone in modes where three or more players roam around in teams.

For these challenge-loving friends and anyone wanting to see and experience something different, the developers have implemented the new game mode “Iron Trials ’84” starting September 16, 2021.

It is designed to be overall harder and more challenging to achieve a final victory. Basically, the new mode is a regular battle royale with 150 players in Verdansk. It features the known locations, loadouts, the Gulag, and the death zone that expands throughout the game.

But the devil is in the details.

Higher TTK, tougher Gulag and weaker snipers – Changes of Iron Trials 84 at a glance

What changes for the operators? Firstly, the Time to Kill (TTK) is higher here. Your operators have 250 hitpoints instead of 100 for health! That’s more than double!

Additionally, health now regenerates after 7 seconds instead of 5 as before. You only regenerate 40 instead of 120 health per second. So you have more health, but you regain it much slower.

This requires entirely different tactics where you do not take out opponents right away in the first firefight and should follow your injured prey longer to get kills.

What about the loot? Loot has become scarcer and thus more valuable. Weapons now come with a free upgrade, and epic and legendary weapons are harder to find. There are also new “classified” weapons that have more upgrades than usual and are even rarer.

There are also overall fewer killstreaks and large amounts of money to find. Additionally, prices at buy stations have been significantly increased. Items cost an average of 1,000 dollars more.

By the way, those looking for “Dead Silence” and “Special Ammo” can do so for a long time, as they do not exist here. Both have long been controversially discussed and simply removed.

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The changes of the new mode in moving images.

What are the changes to gear? Primarily, it is noticeable that sniper rifles – which are often used for one-shot kills in Warzone – are much weaker here. Deadly headshots occur only at distances of up to 30 meters. Beyond 30 meters, headshots deal 300 damage – too much for a player with full armor. This means battles in Warzone will take place much closer and more dynamically.

Stun grenades now only work for half as long, and health syringes have a 50 percent reduced rate.

Each player starts with a .44 Magnum and a hammer.

How does the Gulag change? Here, the fans have been listened to, creating a more intense situation. There are no dual-wield weapons (akimbo) or shotguns anymore. Tactical equipment is reduced, and if you survive the Gulag, you start with the gear you’ve looted there.

What else is there? The trials are now faster paced, as the time before the circle closes has been reduced by 12 percent. Additionally, the circle moves 12 percent faster.

Free loadout drops are also a thing of the past; you must retrieve your self-crafted weapons at premium stations.

Moreover, there are only ATVs and motorcycles as vehicles. Free heli kills are not possible here either.

What is the reward? Anyone who manages to secure a victory in this mode despite all these severe changes will receive a special, elite calling card. It is only for winners. According to the developers, there is no prize for merely participating.

Survival Tips and Player Feedback

What should be considered? The essential change concerns the Time to Kill. It will take significantly longer to kill an opponent here. If the first encounter doesn’t go well, an injured enemy can retreat and escape, which would have been less likely in the regular Warzone’s faster TTK time.

Especially good players, who already make few mistakes, will thus stay in the game much longer and regularly seize new opportunities to reform.

On the other hand, sniper weapons and overpowered loadouts have been clearly toned down. Battles will therefore take place in closer quarters and be more aggressive. Additionally, you must cope with the weapons you just looted, as loot is generally scarcer, and top weapons are something truly special.

The fundamental game feeling of a battle royale, where you desperately search for something better with a subpar weapon while dozens of players slaughter each other around you, should therefore be much more present in this mode.

Since you need a lot of money to acquire your loadout, you should complete as many contracts as possible right at the beginning of the game.

How is the new mode received? In the comments on YouTube and reddit, the new mode is already well received. Some users demand that the mode should remain permanently. The changes regarding perks, TTK, and overall gameplay are things that many fans have wished for.

Other players compare the TTK to that of Apex Legends, which allows particularly exciting and prolonged firefights, even if Dr. Disrespect hates it!

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Pokémon GO: How to make the most of the Community Day with Ottaro

On Sunday, September 19, 2021, another Community Day will take place in Pokémon GO. This month’s event features the Pokémon Ottaro. We at MeinMMO have looked into what you can expect on this day and which bonuses you can look forward to.

What kind of event is this? The Community Day is a special day in Pokémon GO where a predetermined Pokémon takes center stage. During the event, this Pokémon spawns more frequently, and the shiny rate is significantly increased. Thus, you have a good chance of catching one or even several of them.

In addition to the Pokémon, there are numerous bonuses waiting for you. In September, the Community Day revolves around the Water-type Pokémon Ottaro.

Community Day in September 2021 – Start Time and Bonuses

What? The Community Day with Ottaro
When? Sunday, September 19, 2021, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time
Pokémon of the Day: Ottaro will spawn more frequently during the event and will be attracted by rainy lure modules
Exclusive Attack:
– Hydro Cannon if you evolve Ottaro into Admurai within two hours after the event
– Waterfall, Admurai can permanently learn this, even after the event
Bonuses:
– 3x XP for catching Pokémon
– Incense lasts 3 hours
– Lure modules last 3 hours

You will have 6 hours on Sunday again to catch Ottaro during the Community Day. Use incense and/or lure modules to catch even more Ottaro. Thus, playing from home is generally possible.

What’s in the In-Game Shop: In relation to the Community Day, you can purchase additional content in the in-game shop:

  • The Ottaro special research “From Shell to Longsword” for 1.00 Euro
  • A box for the Community Day with 50 Ultra Balls, 5 Lucky Eggs, 5 rainy lure modules, and a Premium Raid Pass for 1,280 coins

How to Make the Most of the Community Day in September

Make these preparations: Something that you need for all events in Pokémon GO are balls. Because without them, you can’t catch any Pokémon. To avoid having to spin a PokéStop or Gym immediately, we recommend having a stock of at least 350 balls.

Of course, you should also clear space in your Pokémon storage beforehand. Then you won’t have to constantly evaluate your caught Pokémon and can fully concentrate on catching.

Use these items for the Community Day: Just like with other Community Days, Ottaro brings you a special charged attack. If you want to evolve the Water-type Pokémon into Admurai to get it, it will cost you some candies. This is one reason to catch as many Ottaro as possible.

Another reason is the XP bonus you receive for catching Pokémon. To attract as many Ottaro as possible, you should use incense and rainy lure modules during the event. Both lasts 3 hours on that day. So if you play the full time, you will need 2 of each.

To increase your candies, you should also keep a few Nanab Berries ready. Using Lucky Eggs can also be beneficial on this day. They double your XP for half an hour.

Have enough items ready

Is the Community Day Worth It?

How strong will it be: Ottaro is a starter Pokémon from the 5th generation of Water type. It can evolve into Admurai via Zwottronin. Ottaro is not strong, and Zwottronin also does not impress with its stats in attack, defense, and stamina.

The 3rd evolution Admurai can show slightly better stats, but still doesn’t belong to the strongest attackers in the game. Thus, all three forms are rather poor candidates for use in raids or the PvP League (via pvpoke.com).

Is there a Shiny version of Ottaro? Yes, you can encounter Ottaro in its shiny form in the game. You can recognize Ottaro by its blue suit and pink nose. Its evolution Zwottronin, on the other hand, has a turquoise body and a purple skirt.

In Admurai, the difference is particularly clear. This Pokémon has a dark blue body and bronze armor in its shiny form.

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Ottaro, Zwottronin, and Admurai normal (left) and as shiny (right)

Is the event worth it? Yes, even though Ottaro and its evolutions are not among the strongest Pokémon, you should take advantage of the Community Day. This especially benefits shiny hunters. But that is not the main reason why the event is worth it.

Due to the triple XP bonus for catching Pokémon, this event is particularly suitable for trainers who still need experience points to level up to level 50. It offers you a good opportunity to farm a decent amount of XP on that day.

What do you think of the Community Day with Ottaro? Are you looking forward to it, or are you sitting this one out? And which bonus do you find particularly good? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments and discuss with other trainers on MeinMMO.

In the coming weeks, there will be a lot going on in Pokémon GO. We have taken a look at which events are waiting for you in September 2021 and which ones are especially worth it.

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WoW loses rank 1 among MMORPGs on Twitch – Is New World ready for succession?

Last week, many fans were able to try out the new MMO New World in the open beta. It displaced the reigning champion WoW from the top of the most-watched MMORPGs on Twitch. Now in the MeinMMO Podcast.

These are our topics: Just before the release on September 28, many eyes are on New World in the MMO space. Last week, Amazon launched an open beta that anyone interested could join. During this period, New World recorded more viewers on Twitch than the previous MMORPG champion WoW.

There were also changes on Twitch. Some major streamers have decided to switch permanently to YouTube. We presented you with the 5 biggest switches in a list.

LoL released a new skin for the champion Vex on the test server that negatively affects his performance. Some fans found it funny and dubbed the skin “Pay-to-lose.” And BBC noted that only 0.002% of the prize money distributed in DOTA 2 went to women.

Here’s a summary of our topics:

In addition to presenting the major weekly news, we also give our expert opinions on the respective topics. And we want to know what you think about the events. Let us know in the comments and discuss with us!

In attendance are:

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In addition to the news, we also regularly offer special episodes where we focus on a specific topic. For example, we talked to an expert about the current state of e-sports.

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Here’s how you can contribute: You can actively participate in improving the podcast. If you have feedback like suggestions or criticism, or just want to submit a cool topic proposal that should urgently be discussed, then come by our Discord server.

Alternatively, you can also write an email to [email protected] and share your thoughts with us. Share your opinion and discuss with us!

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The long, most expensive MMO from Korea fails spectacularly – Closing after 2 years on Steam

The mix of RTS and MMORPG sounds quite good at first. However, despite positive reviews, the MMO Kingdom Under Fire 2 will close its servers in October. Recently, only an average of 14 players were playing on Steam. What went wrong?

This is the bad news: In a newsletter from the publisher Gameforge, the team behind Kingdom Under Fire 2 announced that the MMORTS will permanently shut down its servers. Already now, no in-game purchases can be made, and the title can no longer be purchased on Steam.

If you own the game, you can still play until October 26th. On that day, the operation of Kingdom Under Fire 2 will be discontinued, and the MMO will be dead.

In the newsletter, Gameforge also writes that they are grateful for the good times with the game and will always hold it fondly in memory. “We can look back at epic mass battles, hordes of enemies, and especially a unique community,” the letter continues.

What is the reason? We do not know the exact reason, but the very low number of players must have contributed to the decision. Although the MMO also has its own launcher, the numbers of which we do not know, only an average of 14 people played the game on Steam recently.

Even these 14 active fans represented an increase of 29.42% compared to the previous month (via steamcharts.com). This suggests that operating the title is no longer worthwhile for the publisher.

The trailer of the game from 2015 evokes almost nostalgia

Players criticize the weak development of Kingdom Under Fire 2

How does the community react? Since the announcement of the server closure, the game has received many negative reviews on Steam. Although it is actually a good game, many users agree that it was “left to die.”

The title only came to Steam in 2019 and was no longer supplied with new content after just a few months, which some fans criticize and consider a reason for the decline in the player base.

However, some other fans are still leaving new, positive reviews, expressing their sadness over the end of an “actually good MMO.”

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The user Rob writes after 62 hours of gameplay (via Steam): “A good game that could capture the qualities and feel of its predecessors. […] It’s sad to see the game disappear and the servers shut down. I can only hope that there will be a successor that focuses on single-player.”

Fans are disappointed and angry

This causes anger: The business model of the game has changed, as it was originally announced as a Free2Play game, but then released as a Buy2Play title. The game has been significantly discounted since April 2020 (via steampricehistory). The low price has now caught the attention of a writer of a negative Steam review, who likely discovered the lower price only at a later time and thought it was a sale.

Just in October 2020, the developer confirmed to us in an interview that they do not plan to shut down Kingdom Under Fire 2. However, we cannot say how short notice the decision to shut down the MMORTS was made.

It is currently still uncertain how things will proceed or whether a new Kingdom Under Fire could be in development. The game definitely had its niche but could not retain enough fans in the long term.

How did the development go? Kingdom Under Fire 2 has a very long and exciting development history, which we have already summarized completely for you. Already in 2017, the game had cost 78 million dollars in development, and it can be assumed that these costs increased by 2019. According to the game director, it long held the title of the most expensive Korean MMO of all time. Here are the key facts:

  • In 2009, Kingdom Under Fire 2 was originally announced for the PS3 and Xbox 360. Then there were long periods of no information.
  • In 2016, there were news about the game, and it made a comeback at a time when many fans had almost forgotten the title.
  • By 2017, the title supposedly cost over 78 million US dollars in development, making it the most expensive Korean MMO of all time, according to the game director.
  • In 2019, the game was then released, after a total of 12 years of development, but only for PC.
  • By January 2021, work on the PS4 version of the title was stopped.
  • Finally, Gameforge decided not to continue operating the game in October 2021.

Did you play Kingdom Under Fire 2? How do you see the end of the title? Do you think it’s a shame that the game has to close? Feel free to let us know in the comments.

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New MMORPG looks like Breath of the Wild as co-op – Alpha registration now possible

With BitCraft a new game has been introduced, which calls itself a “new type of MMORPG.” It combines elements from survival games, RPGs, as well as construction and strategy games. Visually, BitCraft gives off decent Zelda vibes.

What kind of MMORPG is this? The sandbox MMORPG BitCraft comes from the Californian indie studio Clockwork Labs. The developer team released the first trailer on September 16.

In BitCraft, you start as an entity infused with a mystical power, which still needs to acquire all its abilities – essentially naked. You play together with others in a single, large world that constantly changes and with which you can interact. There are no individual servers.

This world is procedurally generated and is supposed to be large enough that you can build entire cities from your villages and create “global trade centers.” Politics is also intended to play a role, as every city will need a leader.

Visually, BitCraft somewhat resembles Breath of the Wild or the new Tribes of Midgard, mixed with some elements from the survival hit Valheim. We have embedded the trailer here for you:

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“Collaboration over Combat”

What features does the game offer? According to the studio, BitCraft aims to focus more on cooperation than combat, placing a strong emphasis on the PvE aspect of the game. You will find in BitCraft:

  • Skills like farming, fishing, mining, and forestry, all of which you can improve
  • Cities and fortresses that you build and manage together with other players
  • the “wilderness” outside your village, where you can find rare materials and ruins filled with “lost technology”

As a sandbox game, BitCraft allows you the freedom to choose how to proceed. You can work as a hunter and gatherer, build the city together with friends and strangers, or explore the world as a brave adventurer.

Cities are even expected to form huge empires that span continents and oceans. However, we still don’t know what the combat system will look like and how important it will be. PvP battles are not planned for the moment, but they are not ruled out either.

How can I join? The registration for the pre-alpha of BitCraft is already running. You can sign up on the official BitCraft website. If you fill out a small survey, you increase your chances of being selected for the test.

BitCraft offers crossplay, although no other specific platforms are known yet apart from PC. A release date is also still open.

Although BitCraft is an indie game, that doesn’t have to be a disadvantage. MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus even believes that several large studios could learn something from the bravery of indie teams:

2 “small” indie games on Steam do one thing much better than the big AAA titles

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YouTubers save valuable games worth $100,000 from destruction

Trash or a treasure? The YouTube duo from the channel “Cheap Finds, Gold Mines” discovered a real gamer treasure in a demolition house that was almost destroyed.

Who are the treasure hunters? The YouTube duo from Cheap Finds, Gold Mines (via YouTube.com), regularly rummages through garage sales and flea markets, but occasionally also through buildings scheduled for demolition.

It was three weeks ago when they searched the house of an extreme hoarder. They were called by the niece of the now moved-out homeowner, who wanted to know if there was anything salvageable. Indeed, the channel operators Aimee and Korbin found a gigantic treasure: They discovered around $100,000 (85,000 €) in the form of video games, consoles, and merchandise.

Real rarities of the gaming world buried for 20 years

This is the treasure: Buried under tons of trash and junk, Aimee and Korbin found unbelievable rarities:

  • An original, sealed PlayStation 2
  • PS2 game Drakengard in very good condition
  • Resident Evil 4 Chainsaw Controller (Limited Edition)
  • Special editions of Game Informer magazine
  • Boxes of Xbox, PlayStation, and GameCube games. Some still sealed.
  • Disney merchandise from the 1970s

They received around 85,000 € from the proceeds. They did not sell the countless valuable treasures alone. The YouTube duo keeps 17,000 €, sharing the rest with the 8 helpers and sellers of the consoles and games.

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It was that difficult: In their three-part YouTube series, they document the search through the hoarder’s house. Not a square inch was free of trash or dirt. The YouTubers not only had to deal with foul odors and trash, but also aggressive animals were involved.

Aimee experienced the worst nightmare of many arachnophobes: while sifting through a pile of junk, she was attacked and bitten by a spider. Fortunately, it was worth the treasure she was able to recover in the end.

This is what the YouTubers say about the discovery: Kotaku (via Kotaku.com) reported that Korbin mentioned the house and everything in it was supposed to be demolished.

After the original homeowner lost a close friend, he collected everything with emotional value for him. Aimee and Korbin mention that they were not only there for the money: “We are saving these video games, we are saving history here and we are saving a piece of the man’s heart” (homeowner)

What would you have done with a fantastic find like this? Would you have sold it or kept it? Share your plans with us and the community in the comments!

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New Sony Accessories Raise Hopes for a Black PS5 – Is the Black Edition Coming?

Sony has introduced a new gaming headset for the PS5 in black: Now some fans are hoping to soon be able to buy the PS5 in black. Many fans still wish for a PS5 Black Edition.

You have a PS5 and are bothered by the white design and therefore always hide your console in the cabinet under your TV? At least there is hope that Sony could bring a black design in the future. At least more accessories are available in the black “Midnight Black” design.

This has happened now: Sony has now officially introduced the Pulse 3D Wireless Headset in Midnight Black. Until now, the official PS5 headset was only available in white.

This is not the first accessory that Sony has presented in black. Sony has also released a DualSense controller in black. Sony itself says, “The new look of the Pulse 3D headset matches the same color scheme as the DualSense Midnight Black Wireless Controller.”

This headset has now been officially introduced by Sony.

Why is this so exciting? Many users wish for a black design of the PS5 or at least black side plates (called backplates).

The announcement of a black variant now raises hopes that Sony will in the future not only offer black accessories but also the console in a new design.

Black accessories raise hopes for a new PS5 design

These are the reactions: Under the official announcement, there are many comments hoping for a black console. Sony often prefers a uniform design for its consoles. For many users, a black headset is therefore an important step towards a black design. Someone commented under the announcement:

We are one step closer to getting the black faceplates for the console, or even better, to buy the black version right away. Fingers crossed.

Other users also believe that if Sony invests time and effort in black accessories, a black edition or at least black plates that can be installed by themselves should definitely follow:

This is great! Now we just need a PS5 Black Edition! I’m just waiting to buy it! Please make it happen, Sony!

The white PS5 design is unpopular among users

We from MeinMMO asked what our users think of the official white PS5 design. Many users made it clear that they do not really like the white design. There were even comparisons with internet routers and vacuum cleaners.

I also unfortunately belong to those people who won’t buy a console because they don’t like the color. And white hardware is a no-go for me – I don’t care about the specs or the design.

Users do not like Sony’s design decision or it just doesn’t fit into their living room. Some users even take it a step further by hiding the console in a cabinet so that they don’t have to see it all day.

That’s why a black design would be important: With a possible design, Sony could appeal to many users who are not satisfied with the white design. With interchangeable side plates (backplates) in black, they could convince users who have already bought a PS5 in white.

However, there are also users for whom the design is quite irrelevant. Many people just want to buy a PS5 first before they think about whether the console is painted white, black or green.

What do you think? Are you also waiting for an official PS5 design or is the white design enough for you? Or are you just glad to be able to get a PS5? Let us know in the comments!

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LoL: A young midlaner is so damn good that even experts worship him

20-year-old Jeong “Chovy” Ji-hoon enjoys a special reputation in the League of Legends: He practically led his team Hamwha Life solo to the Worlds LoL 2021. His fans in the West and some experts refer to the team as “Church of Chovy” – which seems to please him quite a lot.

This is Chovy:

  • Chovy is a young LoL player who came out of nowhere. He was a protégé of the controversial yet brilliant coach cvMax, who had an eye for young LoL talents and found and shaped several stars of the future. With cvMax, Chovy made it to the LoL Worlds in 2019 (Griffin) and 2020 (DragonX). Both were teams whose players cvMax had largely found and developed himself.
  • In 2021, Chovy will play at the Worlds again: He is the only notable player from “Hanwha Life”, a team that does not belong to the top tier of Korean LoL.
  • Chovy is considered an absolute midlane star in the Korean league LCK. He is known for practically always winning his lane, meaning he kills more minions than his opponent. His favorite champs are Zoe, Orianna, Azir, Sylas, and Galio.

Bow down to our lord and savior before he solo-kills the unbelievers

What’s special: Chovy’s fans in Europe and the USA call themselves “The Church of Chovy” and refer to his team by the same name. The analyst and content creator, Nicholas “LS” de Cesare has claimed the title of religious leader for himself. Overall, Chovy is a favorite among professional western casters of the Korean league LCK. He is someone who is a fan favorite.

When Chovy was asked in an interview about his fans in the West speaking of the “Church of Chovy”, he said:

“I had never heard of it until just now, but I am unbelievably happy that I receive so much support.”

He is pleased about the great support from overseas. It feels very significant and fulfilling.

Apparently, the “Church of Chovy” has also reached his team by now (featured image).

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The Australian caster of the LCK bows down to Chovy. Just like many in the West.

How 2021 went for Chovy: The spring season went quite well for Chovy and his team, Hamwha Life. He had switched to the team,after DragonX fell apart after the LoL Worlds 2020. In the Spring Split, Hamwha Life finished with a 12-6 record, placing 3rd in the regular season and playoffs.

However, the “Spring Split” in LoL is not worth much, as no spots for the Worlds are awarded.

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In the Summer Split 2021, the team showed to be weaker. In the end, they only managed a 7-11 record, placing 8th in the league. Thus, there was no playoff spot available.

Chovy then had to qualify through the “last chance”: via the Regional Finals. Here, Hamwha Life was actually able to secure the fourth and last spot from Korea at the LoL Worlds 2021 at the last minute.

Hamwha Life will now play in the “Play-Ins” of the LoL Worlds 2021 and is expected to massacre every team that has the misfortune of crossing their path.

The dominance of Chovy can be seen in his stats at the Regional Finals. There, he played 12 matches with a KDA of 8.3. LoL legend Faker managed only a KDA of 4.3 across 5 matches at the Regional Finals.

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What can we expect from Chovy at the Worlds? In 2021, we will see some of the strongest midlaners in the world at the Worlds 2021. Besides Chovy, Showmaker (DAMWON Gaming), Doinb (FunPlus Phoenix) and the legendary Faker (T1) will also play.

For Chovy, it will be the third Worlds, and probably it won’t be enough for the big run in 2021, but Chovy can continue to build his legend.

Chovy might become a world champion if Faker retires and T1 urgently searches for a new midlaner.

Perhaps T1 will find someone in a church.

One of the most exciting new supporters in South Korea is Keria (T1), with whom Chovy played at DragonX:

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Pokémon GO: Dataminers find 7 new quests and 3 costumed monsters for new event

In Pokémon GO, data miners have discovered new texts and graphics that include information about 3 costumed monsters and 7 new quests. We at MeinMMO have looked at the findings and will share them with you.

What kind of information is this? In Pokémon GO, the PokeMiners, a group of data miners, regularly check for new data in the game code. They then publicly share these findings with other trainers. Recently, the PokeMiners have found new texts in the game pertaining to quest tasks and 3 costumed Pokémon (via pokeminers.com).

Update from September 21: Fashion Week has started in Pokémon GO and brought some changes. You can now catch new Shinies in the wild or encounter them as loot from eggs or raids. We will show you all the Shinies from Fashion Week 2021 in Pokémon GO here.

In the past, they have often been able to discover new monsters or features before the actual release through their findings. However, the data is not official, so Niantic can change it at any time. Therefore, you should always view the findings with a degree of healthy skepticism.

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These are the 3 costumed Pokémon

In a few days, Fashion Week will begin in Pokémon GO. Niantic has already announced that there will be new costumed Pokémon. The PokeMiners have also found the associated images in the game code. As you can see in the following reddit post, this includes Sniebel wearing sunglasses and a wool hat, Smettbo with a gray bow, and Elezeba with a dark collar.

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More graphics

In addition to the three costumed Pokémon, the data miners have found more new graphics in the game. You can see the event clothing for your avatar in the previous reddit post:

  • a Coiffwaff wig
  • a Hoopa bracelet
  • an outfit for male and female trainers consisting of sunglasses, a layered jacket, and a wrap-around skirt

Other graphics already refer to the upcoming Halloween. Among the items are:

  • a striped Halloween bowtie
  • a purple hat
  • a flat purple hat
  • a pumpkin crown

These new texts have been found

The PokeMiners have also discovered new texts in the game code alongside the graphics. These mainly revolve around the upcoming Fashion Week event. We have summarized the found information below for you (via pokeminers.com):

Texts on the form change feature

According to Niantic, a new feature called form change will also be introduced for Fashion Week in Pokémon GO. Initial texts related to this have been found. These mainly include warnings and error messages. However, one text also gives a hint on how the form change might work.

It states: “To change the form of this Pokémon, you need to make it your buddy and adventure together.” The source code of the game looks like this:

RESOURCE ID: form_change_confirmation
TEXT: Are you sure you want to change {0} from its {1} to its {2}?

RESOURCE ID: form_change_collapsed_quest_description
TEXT: To change this Pokémon’s form, set it as your buddy and adventure together

New quests found for Pokémon GO

The PokeMiners have also found 7 new quests in Pokémon GO that are likely related to the fashion event. In 4 tasks, snapshots of specific wild monsters will need to be taken – such as Kirlia or Coiffwaff. The Pokémon vary depending on the task.

Another quest involves battling a fashion challenger. Two tasks revolve around changing the form of a specific number of Pokémon. In the game, the text looks like this:

RESOURCE ID: quest_change_form_singular
TEXT: Change the form of a Pokémon

RESOURCE ID: quest_snapshot_wild_blitzle_shinx_furfrou
TEXT: Take a snapshot of Shinx, Blitzle, or Furfrou in the wild

RESOURCE ID: battle_fashion_npcs_plural
TEXT: Battle {0} Fashion Challengers

Texts of the Fashion Challengers

During Fashion Week, you can encounter so-called fashion challengers at PokéStops. These are other trainers who will challenge you to a battle, similar to Team GO Rocket. The texts shown during these encounters have also been found by the data miners in the game.

In addition to standard texts like “Hm? You want to battle me?”, there will also be event-related texts such as “Pokémon are like fashionable clothes – they bring a spark to your life!” or “But… But my Pokémon are so stylish!” Furthermore, additional placeholders for such texts were discovered (via pokeminers.com).

RESOURCE ID: event_fashion_week_sept21_npc00_crafted_pre_battle
TEXT: Hm? You want to battle me?

RESOURCE ID: event_fashion_week_sept21_npc06_crafted_pre_battle
TEXT: Pokémon are like fashionable clothes—they bring a spark to your life!

RESOURCE ID: event_fashion_week_sept21_npc06_defeat_quote
TEXT: But… But my Pokémon are so stylish!

RESOURCE ID: event_npc10_victory__male_speaker
TEXT: <taunt>… … …

Texts for the special research “Misunderstood Mischief”

Currently, the Season of Mischief is underway, which revolves around the mysterious Pokémon Hoopa. There is also a special research titled “Misunderstood Mischief”. This challenge is very extensive and, unlike other special researches, is only gradually unlocked. The next part is expected to be released with the Fashion Week event.

The data miners have also found initial hints in the source code for this. These are the texts from Professor Willow. On one hand, these refer to the new Pokémon Coiffwaff. Moreover, the texts specifically mention Hoopa and its unbound form. However, an encounter is unlikely to occur.

Hoopa in its confined form (left) and in its unbound form (right)

Professor Willow says: “Great job catching that Coiffwaff, Trainer! Did you know that there are also other Pokémon known to change their appearance? This includes one we’ve been researching intensively lately: Hoopa.”

Another text that hints at an unbound Hoopa is: “Hoopa is known to have two forms. So far, we have seen it as Hoopa Confined, but I’ve heard that its power increases astronomically when it becomes Hoopa Unbound.” The texts in the game code look like this (via pokeminers.com):

RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season4_7_0
TEXT: Great job catching that Furfrou, Trainer! Did you know there are also other Pokémon that’re known to change their appearance? That includes one we’ve spent a lot of time researching lately: Hoopa.

RESOURCE ID: quest_special_dialogue_season4_7_1
TEXT: Hoopa is known to have two forms. So far, you and I have seen it as Hoopa Confined, but I hear its power increases astronomically when it becomes Hoopa Unbound.

New texts for the Safari Zone

The canceled Safari Zone in Liverpool, Philadelphia, and St. Louis from last year is set to take place in October and November. For this reason, texts for the respective medals have also been adjusted. The current date is now stored there, such as “Liverpool, October 14, 2021”. However, according to the PokeMiners, the medals themselves still carry the 2020 cover.

RESOURCE ID: badge_safarizone_2020_liverpool_day_00_earlyaccess
TEXT: Liverpool, October 14, 2021

RESOURCE ID: badge_safarizone_2020_philadelphia_day_00_general
TEXT: Philadelphia, October 28, 2021

RESOURCE ID: badge_safarizone_2020_stlouis_day_03_earlyaccess
TEXT: St. Louis, November 14, 2021

Further text

Finally, the PokeMiners observed a strange letter in the text that changes with each text update. So far, they have collected the letters A, H, !, and S. They cannot say what this is about and joke in their explanation about the developers: “Did they misspell ASH!” (via pokeminers.com).

What do you think of the new quests and the costumed Pokémon? Which one do you like the most? And what do you think of the other texts found by the data miners? Are you hoping that Hoopa will soon be available in its unbound form? Feel free to share your thoughts with us here on MeinMMO in the comments.

By the way, a trainer found a trick on how you can get Zamazenta even though it is currently not available in the game. We looked at how he did it and will show you.

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FIFA 22: Bayern Ratings – All known player values of the German record champions

How well will FC Bayern Munich perform in FIFA 22? We look at all the ratings of the team that are known so far.

Which ratings are already known? As the FIFA 22 release approaches, more and more ratings are being published. Among other things, the 22 best players in FIFA 22 are already known.

The complete squad of FC Bayern Munich for FIFA 22 has not yet been shown. However, some cards and their values are already known, which we have gathered here on MeinMMO.

The values for Bayern’s competitor Dortmund are already known, by the way: You can find the BVB ratings in FIFA 22 here.

Official Bayern Ratings for FIFA 22 at a glance

What kind of list is this? Here you will find an overview of the players that have been officially shown. It is certain that the values will also be found in FIFA 22.

FIFA 22 Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski was not only part of the already shown top 22 in FIFA, he even takes second place behind Lionel Messi. Thus, the striker left players like Mbappé, Ronaldo, or Neymar behind him – and he also leads the list of the best Bundesliga players in FIFA 22.

He received an overall rating of 92, and can especially score with strengths in shooting, dribbling, and physicality.

FIFA 22 Neuer

Manuel Neuer has an overall rating of 90 and is also among the best cards in the game. The national goalkeeper has once again been rated very highly and is only surpassed among gold cards by Atlético’s Jan Oblak. You can find the best goalkeepers in FIFA 22 here.

Kimmich FIFA 22

Joshua Kimmich was rated 89 and is also part of the “Top 22” that EA Sports has already shown. The midfielder can once again score with balanced values and is particularly strong in passing, dribbling, and defense.

FIFA 22 Goretzka

Leon Goretzka: Besides the already high overall rating of 87, it is particularly noticeable that the card does not show a single value below 80. Thus, it has no real weakness. However, it is likely to also not be too cheap at the start in FUT.

Thomas Müller once again received a high overall rating of 87. Thanks to his shooting and passing values, he should be well suited as both scorer and playmaker. Only the speed unfortunately leaves much to be desired in FIFA 22.

FIFA 22 Coman Ratings

Kingsley Coman is likely to attract many fans in FIFA 22 thanks to his high speed. His card combines speed with good dribbling skills and solid passing and shooting values. Only physicality and defense could benefit from an upgrade.

FIFA 22 Gnabry

Serge Gnabry is the counterpart to players like Coman or Sané on the right side of the pitch. His card is similar to last year’s, and again he looks technically strong. However, his speed is significantly lower compared to Sané or Coman.

FIFA 22 Sabitzer

The Bayern newcomer is again rated similarly to his time at RB Leipzig, despite an overall upgrade of one point. Marcel Sabitzer stands out in midfield with ball distribution and attacking qualities. However, due to low defensive values, he is less suitable as a destroyer.

Leroy Sané has dropped by one overall point compared to last year. This is reflected in the stats with a 3-point downgrade in pace and one point less in physicality. Overall, however, Sané still looks like a good card in FUT.

FIFA 22 Hernandez

Defender Lucas Hernández received a small upgrade to 83, including a 1-point upgrade in defense. However, he loses two points in passing value. Overall, nevertheless, a good defender card to begin with in FIFA 22.

FIFA 22 Davies

Alphonso Davies showed his 82-rated card some time ago on Instagram and can particularly score with incredible speed. The Canadian will be among the fastest players in FIFA 22. In addition, he possesses good values, making him an extremely interesting card especially at the start of the season.

As soon as more player ratings are known, this list will be updated.

Can you play in FC Bayern’s stadium?

Here’s the situation with the stadium: As in previous years, the Allianz Arena will not be included in FIFA 22. Unfortunately, those who would like to play in FC Bayern’s stadium will have to do without it.

A complete overview of the FIFA 22 stadiums can be found here.

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Destiny 2: Cult Mode breaks all records and gets better today

The Trials of Osiris were a popular PvP mode in Destiny 1, but never really worked in Destiny 2. Until now. With new changes, the mode is reaching record levels and will even get better today, September 17.

This is the mode:

  • The “Trials of Osiris” are a competitive PvP mode that came to Destiny 1 early, shaping its PvP. Teams of three Guardians faced off against each other: The goal was to play “flawlessly,” winning nine times in a row without losing once. Then you could fly to the “Lighthouse” and earn special rewards. The concept created excitement, bitter matches, frustration, and a lot of ambition. The mode was only active on weekends.
  • In Destiny 2, the mode returned but failed to impress. This was mainly due to the overall weaker PvP of the successor. Additionally, cheats and hacks made the mode problematic. Consequently, the Trials were suspended for a long time.
  • In Season 15, Bungie thoroughly revamped the mode and it is now more popular in Destiny 2 than ever before.

The Trials are this popular now: As a statistic shows, more Trials matches were played last weekend than ever before in the history of Destiny 2. Although Destiny 2 had fewer players in 2021 than at release and fewer participate in the Trials, every participating Guardian is playing significantly more matches than before.

The Trials have become more accessible due to changes and are no longer as merciless as before.

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105,000 Achieved Flawlessly for the First Time

This is what Bungie says about the success: Bungie celebrates these changes in a blog post. They say:

  • 750,000 players have played the Trials – 120,000 of them for the first time. 470,000 of them after a long absence from the Trials.
  • 237,000 players achieved “Flawless” – 105,000 of them for the very first time.
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From Saturday on, “Flawless” will probably be harder

These are the new changes: Already today, Friday, September 17, new changes to the Trials are set to activate:

  • Bungie will activate penalties for “quitting.” Those who leave too many matches will receive a 30-minute timeout.
  • Players who achieve 7 wins are now waiting too long for new opponents. Therefore, Bungie will create its own pool for “flawless player searches.” The pool is set to be active from Friday afternoon (in the US, so more like Saturday morning here).
  • This way, weaker players are also protected from Flawless killers, who will then fight among themselves.
  • Players who lose too often will receive assistance; they will be assigned to weaker teams so they can win as well. However, once they win, this assistance will be removed.

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This is surprising: One rubs one’s eyes at how quickly Bungie can react. Everything seems to be patched together quickly. The changes were only requested by players last week.

Bungie also states that they want to monitor the changes permanently and, if necessary, adjust them. It is particularly important for Bungie that although more people achieve “Flawless” than before, it is not just handed out freely. Achieving “Flawless” in the Trials should remain a special achievement in Destiny 2.

As a successor to “Trials of Osiris”, the mode “Gambit” was originally intended in Destiny 2. Hot matches are also possible there:

Player kills the entire enemy team in Destiny 2 with one shot – turns around a hopeless match

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Boy plays in CoD Warzone for 100,000 dollars, suddenly his mother comes in – she means well

This explanation calmed the emotions, and people congratulated Lenun for his cool mom who cheers alongside him. It was even suggested that the two should form a team and rock Warzone in duo mode.

More about streamers and pros can be found here: CoD Vanguard: Pro wants to abolish controversial matchmaking feature – but his reasons are bold.

In CoD Warzone recently featured a powerful tournament with a prize pool of 100,000 dollars. Young pro Lenun aimed to snatch this amount, prompting his mother to step in with well-meaning advice. Read the whole story here on MeinMMO.

Who played? The young streamer and pro gamer Lennon aka “Lenun” participated in a high-stakes tournament in CoD Warzone. While Lenun may not be as famous as top players like Scump or shroud, the 19-year-old has already won over 50,000 dollars in 15 tournaments, including 2nd place in the highly contested EU Trios of the World Series of Warzone.

What happened in the game? In the midst of the tournament, Lenun anxiously lurked near a ladder through which an opponent could soon climb. Like a cat waiting for a mouse, he was focused when suddenly a woman’s voice sounded from the background:

You need to listen to your gut feeling, Len! Trust your gut!

Lenun’s Mom

This naive yet well-meaning advice evidently came from the player’s mother, who seemed to be watching her son’s game from another room. Unable to bear the tension any longer, she eventually succumbed to the urge to offer her son this essential maternal advice, “Trust your gut!”

Lenun, on the other hand, was far from pleased with the interruption and reacted quite irritably: “I’m in a solo, it’s about 100,000 damn … things! Close the door!” More expletives followed, along with the outraged cries of the mother who only wanted to help.

A recording of the scene was even shared by the developers:

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Brutal Battle for 100,000 USD!

What kind of tournament was it? Lenun’s brusque response can be somewhat understood, considering that this was the so-called “YOLO Tournament.” In this tournament, the prize money is not distributed among the top players as usual, but the full 100,000 dollars goes to the winner. The rest gets nothing!

Did the mother’s advice help? Unfortunately not, as even though Lenun certainly trusted his gut, it wasn’t enough in the end. Lenun couldn’t hold out till the end, and the victory in the Yolo tournament went to the Frenchman Chowh1_, who won the 100,000 $ with a crazy shield-shotgun setup. And this, despite the fact that bugs plague the shield.

What were the reactions to the event? As entertaining as the event was, it sparked criticism among some users on Twitter. The mother only meant well, and what kind of ungrateful brat was Lenun to talk to his mother that way?

Lenun was also aware of this, and subsequently tweeted on Twitter:

“If you think I’m disrespectful towards my mother, you have to consider this. My mom and I have a good relationship, and I would never be disrespectful to her.”

This explanation calmed the emotions, and people congratulated Lenun for his cool mom who cheers alongside him. It was even suggested that the two should form a team and rock Warzone in duo mode.

More about streamers and pros can be found here: CoD Vanguard: Pro wants to abolish controversial matchmaking feature – but his reasons are bold.

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WoW nerfs the 3 worst affixes in Patch 9.1.5, makes M+ better again

Right now, 3 affixes in World of Warcraft will be massively nerfed. We will tell you what is changing in the ‘Mythic+’ system soon.

Although the ‘Mythic+’ dungeons are an important endgame pillar of World of Warcraft, there are always problems with the system. Especially the massive differences between weeks due to tougher and weaker affixes are a thorn in the side of many players. Therefore, Blizzard is now adjusting and nerfing 3 affixes in Patch 9.1.5.

What is the problem? Many players enjoy Mythic+, but there are a number of affixes that, particularly in problematic combinations, make the feature less enjoyable in some weeks. Thus, it has become commonly perceived in the community that there are special “Push Weeks” where progress is especially easy, and then there are weeks where players prefer to avoid dungeons.

Especially the affix “Necrotic” is frequently a point of contention, as it often forces tanks to kite for extended periods and spend little time actually tanking. Many tanks now refuse to play during “Necrotic” weeks as they find it less enjoyable.

Which affixes will be adjusted? Three affixes that were problematic on their own, but especially led to annoyances in combination. They are:

  • Bolstering: When enemies are defeated, all other nearby enemies receive a bonus to health and damage dealt.
  • Raging: When enemies are brought below 30% of their health, they deal 75% more damage.
  • Necrotic: Enemy hits trigger a stack of “Necrotic Wound” which deals damage and reduces healing received by 2% per stack.
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Tanks and healers often despair at ‘necrotic’.

Blizzard lets tanks counter “Necrotic” more easily now

What exactly do the adjustments look like? The changes for all 3 affixes are massive and in some cases quite significant. Here are the details of the changes:

  • Bolstering: Enemies that are enhanced by Bolstering will retain this enhancement for only 20 seconds, with the duration reset to 20 seconds with each new stack. It is thus nearly impossible to create a new “mini-boss”, as at the latest 20 seconds after the death of the penultimate enemy, the last opponent has returned to normal values.
  • Raging: Enemies below 30% of their health now deal only 50% more damage, down from 70%. This should lead to fewer “sudden deaths”.
  • Necrotic: The strength of the debuff remains the same, but the duration is reduced from 9 seconds to 6 seconds. This means that the tank has to kite 33% less before the stacks expire. A single mass stun can therefore already be enough to reset the stacks.

However, keep in mind that this information comes from the PTR for Patch 9.1.5 and that a lot can change before the patch’s release.

When will Patch 9.1.5 be released? There is still no exact date. However, realistic estimates suggest that the release of the update will be around mid-October. So you’ll have to wait a few more weeks for the changes. As soon as there is a concrete date, we will of course inform you about it on MeinMMO.

What do you think about these nerfs? Just the thing to make the annoying weeks in ‘Mythic+’ bearable again? Or does that make everything far too easy?

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FIFA 22 shows the 25 best Bundesliga players by ratings

FIFA 22 has revealed the ratings of the best players in the Bundesliga. Here you will find the top 25 in overview.

What are these ratings? On Thursday, September 16, EA Sports showcased the best Bundesliga XI via Twitter. But that’s not all: 14 more player ratings were also announced.

Now the 25 best Bundesliga players in FIFA 22 are known. In particular, players from FC Bayern, Borussia Dortmund, and RB Leipzig are represented. But Gladbach, Wolfsburg, Frankfurt, Hoffenheim, and Leverkusen also contribute a few candidates.

We will show you the complete top 25 here in overview. By the way: On the same evening, new information about Ultimate Team was published. You can find the new FUT content here.

The 25 best Bundesliga players

In the following graphic, you will find the top 25 from the Bundesliga ordered by overall rating.

The highest ratings in the Bundesliga
  1. Lewandowski (Bayern, 92)
  2. Neuer (Bayern, 90)
  3. Kimmich (Bayern, 89)
  4. Haaland (Dortmund, 88)
  5. Goretzka (Bayern, 87)
  6. Müller (Bayern, 87)
  7. Hummels (Dortmund, 86)
  8. Casteels (Wolfsburg, 86)
  9. Coman (Bayern, 86)
  10. Gnabry (Bayern, 85)
  11. Reus (Dortmund, 85)
  12. Gulacsi (Leipzig, 85)
  13. Sommer (Gladbach, 85)
  14. Sabitzer (Bayern, 84)
  15. Kostic (Frankfurt, 84)
  16. André Silva (Leipzig, 84)
  17. Ginter (Gladbach, 84)
  18. Guerreiro (Dortmund, 84)
  19. Sané (Bayern, 84)
  20. Kramaric (Hoffenheim, 83)
  21. Weghorst (Wolfsburg, 83)
  22. Angelino (Leipzig, 83)
  23. Hernandez (Bayern, 83)
  24. Hradecky (Leverkusen, 83)
  25. Witsel (Dortmund, 83)

This means that a whole range of ratings for FIFA 22 have now been revealed. In the past few days, more information about the ratings can be found here:

Highlights from the Bundesliga: If you look at the ratings, you will find some quite interesting cards.

  • Lewandowski with his 92 is the overall second-best card in FIFA 22. Only Messi stands before him.
  • Haaland has received a really dangerous striker card. Besides him, there is another good attacker at BVB.
  • Goretzka has received a card that directly belongs to the best gold cards in FIFA history. None of his card values are below 80, weaknesses are not found at first glance.
  • Coman has received an exciting card that shines with high speed and strong dribbling.
  • Kostic from Frankfurt also looks like a card that could find its way into many Bundesliga teams at the start of the season.

In the coming days, even more ratings for FIFA 22 are expected to be released. And next week, Early Access will also start.

You can find all the information about the FIFA 22 release here.

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Vikings asked for a trash can in Valheim, got a corporeal god

The survival MMO Valheim received its first major content update Hearth & Home on September 16. This update includes many small but also some larger changes – primarily new building components and recipes. The community has been requesting a new extension for the base since release, but certainly no one expected this implementation.

Why a trash can?! Valheim constantly rewards you with various items. Many of these are available in large quantities, without you ever needing them on a larger scale. Resin, for example, floods your inventory.

Since inventory space is limited and items are automatically picked up, it can quickly lead to overloading. The big problem is: Items cannot be permanently discarded.

You can remove them from the inventory and then delete them using developer commands, but if you are not the admin of the server, the stuff just lies around permanently. Fans have partially built “dump sites” and have long demanded a proper trash can.

Exactly this trash can now exists, but in a much better form than many expected.

Spoiler alert: You are seeing one of the new features of Hearth & Home here. Some fans prefer to explore everything themselves – we explain the complete process here and show what the feature looks like.

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The trailer for the release of Hearth & Home.

The thunder god Thor as a personal trash can

How do I build the trash can? The new object is called “Destructor” and you can find it in the crafting tab when you have selected the building hammer. To craft it, you will need:

  • 8x Iron
  • 4x Copper
  • 1x Thunderstone
  • a forge

You can get Thunderstones from the trader Haldor in exchange for 50 coins. The forge must be nearby for you to be able to build the Destructor at all. We will let you know how to get Copper and Iron in our ore guide.

And how do I use it? Once you have set up the Destructor, you can open a flap at the top of the object. You then have 24 inventory slots to place your unwanted items.

Pulling the lever on the Destructor initially does nothing. Then suddenly a lightning bolt comes from the sky and strikes the long antenna on the top part of the device. Everything that is currently in the Destructor is destroyed – but not completely.

For every 10 items, you receive a piece of coal with the note that it is a gift from Thor, the Norse god of thunder. Thor himself ensures that you have more space in your inventory!

Some Vikings have already seen Thor in-game, but only during severe thunderstorms and then in his chariot in the sky. Now he directly supports you. However, Thor “glares” at you when you simply pull the lever without reason … and you get a hefty shock if you stand too close to the impact.

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This is what it looks like in action. Source: PCGamer

Hearth & Home fulfills wishes but remains lean

What else is in the update? The Destructor is not the only new recipe in the new update. New content includes with Hearth & Home:

  • a bathtub for your base
  • an oven, as well as new extensions for the cooking pot
  • at least 9 new cooking recipes
  • some new tools and equipment
  • new building components, including an inverted corner that fans have long requested

With the new Lox saddle, you can now even ride tamed Lox. The food and combat systems have also been revised, food now provides more specific buffs, and shields have been buffed. You can find more about the update in our hub: All about the Hearth & Home update.

By the way, the development team advises starting fresh with Valheim in a new world. This way, you get the full experience and do not spoil anything for yourself.

What’s next? Hearth & Home is only the first major update and the developers have already warned that you should not expect too many new contents. The update mainly focuses on polishing and fixing bugs.

Once Valheim is the “best Valheim” it can be, new content like bosses or new biomes will come. At least three more content updates are already known, the next of which will be called “Cult of the Wolf”.

The development may take some time, but the developers are realizing their vision for the game. Something that large studios should also dare to do, finds MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus:

2 “small” indie games on Steam are doing one thing much better than the big AAA titles

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FIFA 22 improves the TOTW and shows how FUT will run this year

New Pitch Notes for FIFA 22 show how the start in Ultimate Team will go. There is new information about early access, special cards, packs, and the web app.

What’s happening right now? In the so-called “Pitch Notes”, EA Sports regularly releases updates about new content in FIFA. This was also the case on September 16th. Here it is explicitly shown how the first days in FUT will go – and a few more details about content were also discussed.

We show you the most important news about Ultimate Team in FIFA 22 in overview.

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Early Access and Launch of the Web App

When does early access run? There are several ways to play FIFA 22 before the official release on October 1st.

  • There is a 10-hour trial for EA Play members that can be used starting September 22nd.
  • EA Play Pro members can access the game without restrictions from September 22nd.
  • For pre-orders of the Ultimate Edition, it starts on September 27th.

Bonuses for early access: Those who join early can look forward to some special content during the early access period.

  • An untradeable 80-84 Player Pick and a Team of the Week loan player (10 matches) can be earned through special early access objectives.
  • TOTW 1 with improved cards will be available online during this time. The TOTW will also be improved – you can read more about it below.
  • During early access, there will be special live FUT friendlies where you play for pack rewards.
  • There will also be a Ones-to-Watch SBC during early access.

Official Launch of the FIFA 22 Web App

When does the web app start? The web app for FIFA 22 will launch just like early access on September 22nd. The mobile version, that is the companion app, will go online on September 23rd. You can find everything about the web app here.

TOTW, Special Cards and Packs in FUT 22

What’s new with the TOTW? Again in FIFA 22, there will be the Team of the Week. It includes players who performed best in real football on match day. For these players, there will be a special card.

However, in the past, there was criticism that these cards could no longer keep up with the crazier events in FIFA. FIFA 22 aims to improve this according to the Pitch Notes with some adjustments to the cards based on real performances. The beginning will be made with special “Featured TOTW Players”.

FIFA 22 Boosted TOTW
This is what a boost for players like Bellingham might look like

As illustrated here with a hypothetical card for Jude Bellingham, these “Featured” players receive a significantly greater boost than regular TOTW cards.

At the start of the season, however, there are restrictions: The player must be rated no higher than 80 or below and must not have an active live card (e.g. Ones To Watch).

This is meant to make “weak” TOTW cards of the past more exciting in the future. At the same time, the Pitch Notes hint that further measures will follow.

Icons, Heroes and Ones to Watch

The Pitch Notes also address three types of special cards and when they will be available.

Heroes: The new FUT Heroes are expected to be available in FIFA 22 starting from the launch on October 1st. Additionally, it is possible that extra versions will be added during events. You can find a list of FUT Heroes here.

Icons: For the icons, there will again be base, mid, prime, and moments cards. Base and mid will be available from the start, while prime and moments will come later. Icon Swaps and Icon SBCs will also return.

Ones to Watch: With the launch of FIFA 22, the OTW event also begins (from October 1st). There will once again be cards for players who switched clubs this summer and will be improved throughout the season.

  • Upgrades are available for TOTW or Man-of-the-Match cards
  • There will also be a one-point upgrade if the player’s real team wins 5 matches in the first ten matches from October 1st

There will be a total of 28 OTW cards. Team 1 arrives on October 1st and is available until October 8th. On October 3rd, three more OTW cards will be added.

Team 2 will then appear on October 8th and remain until October 13th. This team will also be supplemented by 3 cards – on October 10th.

Those who have ordered the Ultimate Edition will receive an OTW player from the respective team during the period in which they open the OTW pack. After October 13th, both teams will be possible.

The Preview Packs return in FIFA 22

FIFA 22 Preview Packs
The preview packs in FIFA 21 showed what’s inside

What’s happening with the packs? In FIFA 21, Ultimate Team received packs for the first time that allowed players to see the content before opening them. Players really liked this change as it reduced the element of chance – because now you knew what you were getting for your coins.

If satisfied with the content, you can buy the pack. If you prefer not to, you can simply skip it. Then a 24-hour timer starts until the next preview pack is available – unless you buy the pack. These packs will return in FIFA 22. Non-preview packs will also be back in the shop. There will be both variants.

Want to learn more about FIFA 22? Then find our overview of the FIFA 22 release here.

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  1. FIFA 22 Pitch Notes

When does the FIFA 22 Web App start? Information about release and content

The release of the FIFA 22 Web App is known. Here you will find all the information about the web and companion app at a glance, so you can start trading in Ultimate Team first.

What advantages does the web app offer? With the web app, you have round-the-clock access to your Ultimate Team. You can take care of your team, complete SBCs (Squad Building Challenges), and offer cards on the transfer market and trade yourself – without being at your console.

What is the difference between the web and companion app? The web app is released every year in two different versions, which do not differ in content:

  • The web app is made for the web browser
  • The companion app is the app version of the web app and is accessed with smartphones and tablets (The app usually appears one day after the web app)

You can find everything about the FIFA 22 release here.

Current information about the web app: You want to know exactly when it starts: In this article about the FIFA 22 web app start, we will monitor closely when it will start.

When does the FIFA 22 app for Ultimate Team start? Release and start time

When is the release of the FUT 22 web app? It is now known when the web app for FIFA 22 will start. There are two dates:

  • The web app for FIFA 22 will start on September 22, like the early access.
  • The mobile variant, i.e., the companion app, will go online on September 23.

At what time does it start? As for the release time, it is like with the release date: there is no official information yet. However, the web app has always started around 7 PM in recent years, which could also be a realistic time this year.

When will the web app for FUT 21 be shut down? In recent years, the web app of the predecessor has always been taken offline a few days before the release of the new web app. We expect that this will be the case again this year.

Important: These release dates refer to FUT veterans with early access to the web app.

Early access to the FUT 22 web app

This is how you get early access: It has always been the case that only FUT veterans received early access to the web app. We assume that this does not change this year. This would mean that players who already have a team in FUT 21 can start immediately upon the release of the web app.

The conditions of the last years were:

  • You must have created a FUT club in FIFA 21 before August 14.
  • This FUT 21 club must remain valid until the start of the FUT 22 web app.
  • Moreover, your account must have a “good reputation”. That means if you have been banned before or have otherwise been negatively noticed, you may not receive early access.

When would the web app start without early access? If you are not a FUT 21 veteran, you will only gain access to the web app when you log in to FUT 22 for the first time. You would have to wait until the official release on October 1. Or you can obtain early access to the game through the ultimate edition.

The features of the FUT 22 web app

These FUT app features are considered safe:

  • Managing FUT teams and club items
  • Creating custom tactics for the active FUT team
  • Completing SBCs (Squad Building Challenges)
  • You can apply an “SBC protection” on players. This prevents you from accidentally redeeming one of your important players in an SBC.
  • Searching and buying players and items on the transfer market – that is trading
  • Viewing the team of the week (TOTW)
  • Inspecting all cards, leaderboards, and other stats
  • Buying card packs in the FUT store (with coins or FIFA points)
  • Redeeming rewards from squad battles, division rivals, and FUT champions
  • Sharing your team with a URL
  • Completing objectives
  • You can view your progress on the new season objectives. Some tasks can also be checked off directly via the app.

However, nothing is known yet about new features.

Are you looking forward to the release of the web app? Let us know in the comments! What will change in FIFA 22, we will tell you here:

16 exciting new features in FIFA 22 that everyone should know about

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Destiny 2 Update 3.3.0.2 is here – All Patch Notes and Information

In Destiny 2 a new update is coming today, September 16, on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, and Google Stadia. Hotfix 3.3.0.2 fixes issues but also brings server downtime and maintenance. You can find the most important times and information here on MeinMMO.

What you need to know today: Bungie has announced an update for today, Thursday, September 16. You may need to rethink your hunt for the new Exotic Agers Scepter. This cements Thursday as the new patch day in Destiny 2. An update is also already scheduled for next week.

  • Update at 7:00 PM: The new Hotfix 3.3.0.2 is now rolling out on all platforms. On PlayStation 5, the update is 320 MB.

To ensure you know exactly when you can play and what changes are happening in the game today, MeinMMO will guide you through Hotfix 3.3.0.2 and continually update this article with fresh information.

Maintenance on 16.09. – All Times and Server Downtime

These times are important today:

  • At 6:00 PM German time, maintenance will start on all platforms.
  • From 6:45 PM, the servers will go offline. You will be kicked from all activities and the downtime will begin.
  • Around 7:00 PM, the servers will be back online and Hotfix 3.3.0.2 will roll out worldwide.
  • Once you have downloaded (and copied) the update, you can play Destiny 2 again.
  • Maintenance is scheduled to end at 8:00 PM.

It is important: Even if you have downloaded the update, you may experience connection issues until maintenance ends around 8:00 PM. You might have to expect queue times at login. Also, note that third-party applications and the official companion app may not be accessible correctly.

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This week, a new Exotic quest has Guardians occupied

What Changes with Update 3.3.0.2 in Season 15

This is what the hotfix brings today: Bungie has finally provided us with a preview of the patch notes you can expect today (via Bungie.net). Here’s what has been announced:

  • The barriers around the burning weapons in the public Fallen Walker event no longer push players away.
  • Players will no longer get stuck in the Strike “Brutefest” or the Lost Sector “Wolfship Turbine.”  
  • Nova Warp allows short teleportation even when “Hold Sprint” is active.  
  • The “Vanguard Series” will function again. This is particularly important this week as you will earn bonus reputation.
  • The Danger Zone perk now correctly grants a larger explosion radius for rocket launchers. 
  • The Triumph “Revealer” now correctly tracks progress when you defeat Vex Wyverns with precision damage. Thus, you can earn the new title. 
  • The Exotic Warlock helmet “Dusk Concert” now correctly extends burn damage to enemies.  

Here are some other important changes:

  • Bungie announced that the two locked Exotics from Season 15 – Wormgod’s Touch (Titan) and Radiant Dance Machines (Hunter) – have been unlocked again and the issues have been resolved (via Twitter).
  • The perk “Explosive Light” of the new ritual weapon from Season 15 has been buffed – damage and explosion radius.
  • The buggy hand cannon Hawkmoon now works correctly again in combination with holster mods: New glitch in Destiny 2 makes Hawkmoon broken, gives infinite Super shots
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Patch Notes for Hotfix 3.3.0.2 in Destiny 2

What is in the patch notes? Bungie publishes the comprehensive list of all changes from Hotfix 3.3.0.2 in the form of patch notes

Traditionally, the information appears along with the update itself, the hotfix is already online. The official patch notes are now available. Here we provide you with the complete change log:

Do you have to interrupt the new Exotic quest today? Do you find Thursday as the patch day more pleasant than Tuesday, when the weekly reset always takes place? Let us know in the comments what urgently needs to change in Destiny 2 or what problems you are facing.

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