The release of Pokémon Legends Z-A is approaching and everyone who buys the game in the upcoming months will receive a very special Mega Pokémon for free, without having to search for the item.
From October 16, 2025, trainers can dive into the new Pokémon Legends Z-A. Although there is some criticism of the game, especially regarding the technical aspects, many fans are looking forward to a new Pokémon adventure. One of the key features is the return of Mega Evolutions.
You can obtain a popular Pokémon from the series early in the game. For Trasla, you hardly have to do anything in the game, and the best part: it carries a Mega Stone.
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Without much effort, there’s a strong Mega Pokémon
How to obtain Trasla? On the official website, the Pokémon Company advertises the pre-order bonus. Theoretically, you don’t have to have traditionally pre-ordered the game for this, because you have until February 28, 2026, to collect the Trasla with Guardavorite.
In the mystery gift feature of Legends Z-A, you simply have to go to Receive via Internet. Nintendo provides the following information:
You need an internet connection and a Nintendo account (No online subscription).
According to the website, it takes about an hour before you can use the mystery gift feature.
It doesn’t matter whether you have the digital or physical edition.
If you already have a Guardavoirnit, you will receive the Trasla without.
It is also mentioned that you can obtain the Guardevoirnit regularly in the game, so you don’t have to rush if you want to wait.
What kind of Trasla is this? According to Serebii, the nature and gender of the Pokémon are random. Additionally, it is said to know the moves Confusion, Howl, Meteor Beam, and Echoed Voice. You cannot yet evolve the Trasla into Mega-Guardevoir in battle. For that, you first have to evolve it:
Trasla evolves into Kirlia at level 20
Kirlia evolves into Guardevoir at level 30
After that, you can evolve Guardevoir into Mega-Guardevoir in battle, but it is currently unclear when this is possible in the game. However, if you pick up the Trasla early, you can use the Mega-Guardevoir directly at level 30, without searching for a Mega Stone. So take it with you early and level it up within the story.
If you prefer to evolve Trasla into a Gallade, you must hope to get a male one. However, it can be assumed that there will also be other Traslas. If necessary, you can breed new ones with your own.
Are there any other pre-order bonuses? If you purchase the game digitally on Switch 1 or 2 by February 28, 2026, you will receive a code for 100 Poké Balls.
The developers of Battlefield 6 have adjusted the most popular mode, ensuring that matches end sooner. However, players do not understand the issue and would prefer the opposite.
Which mode has been adjusted? As the developers of Battlefield 6 announce on X.com, the Conquest mode has been adjusted. According to the post, the developers noticed that many matches do not end through the natural process, meaning that a team’s tickets are at 0, but that the match time runs out.
To ensure that more matches end through players and not through the timer, they have adjusted the mode accordingly.
With these tips, you will become a better player:
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Changes that not everyone will like
What exactly has been changed? The developers of Battlefield 6 have reduced the number of tickets on many maps. They announce the following changes:
Siege of Cairo reduced from 1000 to 900 tickets
Empire State reduced from 1000 to 900 tickets
Iberian Offensive reduced from 1000 to 900 tickets
New Sobek reduced from 1000 to 900 tickets
Liberation Peak reduced from 1000 to 800 tickets
Manhattan Bridge reduced from 1000 to 800 tickets
Operation Firestorm reduced from 1000 to 700 tickets
Mirak Valley reduced from 1000 to 700 tickets
The aim of the changes is for players to finish the match and not let the time run out. However, this change is not seen as positive by the players.
How are players reacting to the change? On X.com, many players are complaining in the comments about the change. They argue that instead of reducing the tickets, the time players have to complete rounds could have been increased. After all, the game’s intent is to have balanced rounds without a clear winner, where fights continue until the last ticket.
With the change, the round duration would decrease to about 20 minutes, while players still remember conquest rounds with over 40 minutes of gameplay in Battlefield 3 and 4. They do not understand why long rounds are supposed to be a problem, and would prefer even longer rounds.
For veterans of Battlefield 6, a round can last long, as long as it is balanced. However, the fact that developers are now shortening all matches does not sit well with players. Those who would prefer to play a predecessor of Battlefield 6 with really long rounds can find all parts in the ranking here: All 17 Games of Battlefield Ranked – The New Battlefield 6 Fails to Break into the Top 5
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In Borderlands 4, there are actually many options for builds with the different classes and weapons. However, one item is so powerful that it overshadows everything else. But the developers are looking to adjust that.
What item is it? Borderlands 4 has introduced many new weapon and item types into the franchise. One special type is the throwing knives, which function as grenades from Jakobs. However, the augment Penetrator makes the throwing knives the most powerful item in the game.
The knife currently dominates all builds in the game, but that is likely to change soon. The Creative Director of the development studio promises adjustments.
The first DLC class has already been revealed:
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There should be more options
What do the developers promise? During a discussion on x.com about the throwing knife, the Associate Creative Director of Gearbox Software chimed in and explained that they would be adjusting the knife. He says: The potential output of the critical knife reduces the diversity of play styles. The weapon builds that use the Crit knife have other options and will soon have more options.
The Creative Director of Borderlands also speaks up on x.com and explains: Our goal is always to increase the number of builds, so every adjustment we make serves this goal.
The knife builds seem to be in the majority, which Gearbox has likely noticed as well. In the tweet, he does not specify how to adjust the knife exactly. It could be a nerf to the stats, or a larger change to the augment Penetrator itself.
How does the community react to the upcoming adjustment? Although nerfs in non-competitive games are often viewed negatively, the community under the tweets is quite positive.
The content creator Ki11erSix says (x.com) that he loves the knife, but finds fantastic the idea of having more options. HellenTK praises the communication (x.com): Thank you for the clarity! I am looking forward to what is coming my way.
User @Mertin8974 (x.com) expresses some caution: Please just try not to ruin the fun of the game with patches. Personally, I enjoy being overpowered in a game sometimes. He appeals to Gearbox to trust the community.
Would there be more builds without the knife? It must be noted that there are some builds in the game, even within the different classes, but knife crit builds are usually simply the most efficient. However, playing through the game and even the harder difficulties can also be done with other builds.
In order to prevent the community from reacting negatively to a possible knife nerf, other builds should be buffed to give something back. Gearbox seems to be aware of this, as their responses indicate. What awaits you in the game soon can be seen here: Borderlands 4 shows new roadmap, reveals when you can expect the DLCs
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The SGX is one of the best submachine guns in Battlefield 6 for close combat. So if you want to shine with a strong loadout right from the start, you are in the right place.
What kind of weapon is this? The SGX, like the M4A1, is available to you as soon as you can select a weapon in the game. You will find it under the MP category. The submachine gun impresses mainly with a fast rate of fire and mobility.
Out of the box, it also has controllable recoil, and if you choose the right attachments, you can take your enemies down even at medium distances with this weapon.
To get the most out of the weapon, we will show you two strong builds that make your SGX a solid companion for fierce battles.
Battlefield 6: SGX – Meta Build
What is this build? According to wzstats.gg, the SGX MP is currently one of the most popular weapons in multiplayer (Rank 3). The following setup is currently considered the meta build for the weapon (as of October 15, 2025):
Sight: OSA-7 1.00x
Muzzle: Compensated Muzzle Brake
Barrel: 8″ Extended
Underbarrel: Short, Notched
Magazine: 36-Round Magazine
Ammunition: VMG
What makes the setup strong? This build aims to be a laser for close combat while also giving you a chance to score in long-range combat. The compensated muzzle brake and your underbarrel greatly improve your spread and precision. The extended barrel also increases your muzzle velocity.
If you are just starting and leveling your weapon, you can use these alternatives for now:
Sight: OSA-7 1.00x
Muzzle: Single Port Muzzle Brake
Barrel: 6″ Standard
Top Accessory: 5MW Red
Underbarrel: Vertical, Alloy
Magazine: 36-Round Magazine
Ammunition: Fragile
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SGX: Strong Alternative Build
The TikTok channel “ottrontwitch” recommends the following setup for the SGX in its short Video on TikTok:
Muzzle: Double Port Muzzle Brake
Barrel: 4.5″ Compact
Top Accessory: 50 MW Green
Sight: Depending on preference, but he goes with Mini Flex – 1.00x
Underbarrel: Vertical, Classic
Magazine: 30-Round Magazine
Ammunition: VMG
What makes the setup strong? This setup is strong because it plays like a laser at any distance. For close-quarter firefights, your laser also helps you to accurately shoot your opponents from the hip. At the shooting range, the streamer demonstrated the firearm’s effectiveness by taking down the second-to-last target and keeping the last one under continuous fire. You can also opt for this setup for variety.
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Epic Games drew inspiration from the game mode “Steal the Brainrot” in Fortnite from the gaming platform Roblox. The success of the game mode is based on an internet phenomenon.
What is “Steal the Brainrot” in Fortnite? “Steal the Brainrot” is a game mode in Fortnite that is very popular among players. It originated from the game Roblox under the name “Steal a Brainrot” and was created by a user in May 2025. In Roblox, the game was very popular with over 24 million concurrent players in September (source: X).
Soon after, Epic Games licensed the title “Steal the Brainrot” and released its own game mode under that name. One of the creators is the content creator FeRinS.
Players were also excited about the mode in Fortnite. According to fortnite.gg, over 540,000 players played simultaneously at times. YouTube content related to “Steal the Brainrot” is also being clicked a lot, such as the video by the YouTuber More SypherPK with nearly 2 million views.
What is “Steal the Brainrot” about? The gameplay is relatively simple: each player possesses the so-called “Brainrots,” which generate income for the player over time. The goal is to obtain better and rarer Brainrots.
They can either be purchased or stolen from other players, as the name of the mode suggests. At the same time, of course, players must protect their own Brainrots from theft. There are repeatedly live events where participants can receive rare Brainrots, or codes that can be redeemed at terminals.
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Outburst over stolen Brainrots and other reactions
What does the community say about the game mode? In a Reddit post in the subreddit r/FortNiteBR with over 4,200 upvotes, “Steal the Brainrot” is criticized. The subject of the post is a tweet from the official Fortnite account congratulating the creator of the game mode.
The author of the Reddit post writes: “This post alone, along with all the events of recent times surrounding the topic of ‘Steal a Brainrot’, is an alarming wake-up call that needs to be discussed more. They promote AI junk and copied creative maps more than their own [Battle Royale] BR season.”
In the comments, the topic is discussed lively:
The user yellow_slash_red sees no danger for the Battle Royale mode (source: Reddit): “It is very likely that it is just a lot of kids playing it. I doubt that a creative map will bury Battle Royale.”
LaylaLegion sees the problem elsewhere (source: Reddit): “They promote what the player base plays. This is not Epic’s problem. It is a community problem.”
Clean_Security2194 does not seem to like the game mode (source: Reddit): “I really hate seeing copies of Roblox games in Fortnite, especially games that required no effort in development anyway.”
There are also numerous videos on the internet showing young children playing “Steal A Brainrot” from Roblox. They start to cry or scream when their Brainrots are stolen in the game. A clip on Reddit shows, for example, a screaming child whose Brainrot was just stolen.
The internet phenomenon “Brainrot”
What lies behind the popular game mode? The term “Brainrot” refers to the alleged negative effects of internet usage and has been part of internet culture for some time, especially attributed to the younger generation.
It is a newly created linguistic expression that describes the supposed negative effects of internet usage. It is not about the general use of social media but rather about the excessive consumption of “inferior content” that allegedly leads to poorer brain performance (source: nytimes.com and wdr.de).
“Italian Brainrot” is also widespread, so to speak, the Italian variant of Brainrot. AI-generated “creatures” are created, usually combining an animal and an object, such as “Bombardiro Crocodilo,” a crocodile combined with a fighter plane, or “Tralalero Tralala,” which is supposed to represent a shark with sneakers.
The origin and the platform where this content mostly occurs is TikTok. Many short videos are created with these characters. However, many of these contents can also be found on YouTube Shorts.
The characters from “Italian Brainrot” have been celebrated by so many users on the internet that they have developed into a kind of internet phenomenon and have eventually made their way into other media, in this case, video games.
In Battlefield 6 you can play with over 60 different weapons. If you don’t have time to test them all, we provide you here with a summary of the best weapons, so you can decide which firearms to level up first.
How is this list compiled? In this list we show you the best weapons. However, since there are no weapons in Battlefield that are outstanding in every situation, we looked at which weapons can be played as versatile as possible. Therefore, you will mainly find all-rounders in this list that perform well at short, medium, and long distances.
Since Battlefield 6 relies on both open and limited weapon modes, and many strong weapons are only unlocked late, this list features the best starter weapons as well as the best weapons of each type, such as the best assault rifle or the best SMG. The selection is based on the author’s experiences and research within the community.
As a bonus, we also mention the weapons with the lowest recoil.
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Note, work in progress: This list is still a work in progress and will be continuously expanded or updated. We have not yet been able to test all weapons and attachments sufficiently or obtain a clear community consensus. Therefore, the list may change. The current selection of the best weapons is not final.
Update, October 22, 2025: We have updated the list of the best weapons and swapped some weapons out.
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The best starter weapons
At the beginning, weapons that you can unlock relatively quickly or even have unlocked from the start are especially suitable. With the following four weapons, you will be equipped for short, medium, and long distances at the beginning with every class.
Here are our recommendations:
The M4A1 (Carbine)
What makes the weapon so good:
Excellent time-to-kill due to high fire rate and solid damage – even at medium range.
Becomes noticeably better and more versatile the longer you play it. The attachments significantly improve precision and recoil.
While the recoil is quite high, it is very vertical, making it easy to control with a bit of practice. Here lies the advantage in direct comparison to the M433, which has a stronger horizontal recoil.
SGX (SMG)
What makes the weapon so good:
Precise SMG with low recoil, melts enemies at close range, and is also well controllable at medium distances.
Overall, a weapon with strong time-to-kill in close combat.
Players in the open beta can play the SGX in the so-called “Domination” configuration. This variant already has attachments like a strong suppressor and a quick reload magazine unlocked, which you would otherwise have to unlock through weapon mastery.
M87A1 (Shotgun)
What makes the weapon so good:
Shotgun with high damage. Not as good as in the open beta, but still capable of dominating at close range.
M2010 ESR
What makes the weapon so good:
The three sniper rifles all deal the same damage, making the M2010, available from level 1, competitive right from the start.
With the extended barrel, it has a better projectile speed than the SV-98 and the PSR, making it easier to hit moving targets at long distances.
Has a comfortable sweet spot of around 80 meters that allows you to one-shot enemies with body shots – on the maps of Battlefield 6, you often have targets in sight that are about 80 meters away.
Buyers of the Phantom Edition can play the M2010 ESR from the start in the so-called “Shadow Strike” configuration. This variant is equipped with attachments like a suppressor, rangefinder, and extended barrel that you would otherwise have to unlock through weapon mastery.
Why we don’t recommend an assault rifle or LMG? Especially in the first hours of the game, the M4A1 surpasses the M433 and the L110 in terms of flexibility due to its high time-to-kill and its more vertical recoil. However, both weapons have their own strengths and should not be underestimated. This also depends on your own preference and playstyle. The M433 has its strengths at short to medium range. All three weapons benefit from unlocking and equipping new attachments. However, since you can play the M4A1 with the class regardless of the mode, it is advisable to prefer the carbine over the assault rifle and the LMG.
Below you will find the overall best weapons of Battlefield 6. Some of them you may need to unlock first through your level or challenges. How to level up fastest can be read here:
What makes the weapon so good: The TR-7 has a very good time-to-kill. Together with the B36A4, it is the assault rifle with the third highest fire rate while also being the assault rifle with the highest damage alongside the AK4D. You notice it while playing: This thing hits hard.
This strength comes at the cost of relatively high recoil and a rather small magazine of only 20 rounds – which is usually sufficient to take out multiple enemies. You can compensate for the high recoil by switching to single shot mode at greater distances. With the good damage, you can still get kills that are typically too far away for an assault rifle (and other assault rifles).
Alternative: The KORD 6P67 is an alternative that you should definitely keep an eye on. For slightly reduced damage, it offers the highest fire rate of all assault rifles, along with a controllable recoil and more rounds in the standard magazine. In theory, this sounds very strong, but in practice, the weapon felt inconsistent and was more affected by the so-called “weapon bloom.”
The best carbine – M4A1
What makes the weapon so good: As already described with the starter weapons, the M4A1 is a strong all-rounder that is good at short distances, excels at medium distances, and is still decent at somewhat greater distances since its relatively high recoil is easy to control with practice due to its vertical alignment. Additionally, with its strong time-to-kill, you are not as dependent on hitting the head as with the AK-205.
If you are still looking for a strong build for the M4A1:
Alternative: The SG 553 R is currently probably the best alternative to the M4A1. The carbine, which you must unlock through challenges, causes higher damage at lower fire rate. However, opponents still go down at roughly the same speed. Thus, it’s up to you whether you prefer the high fire rate or opt for higher damage – of course, considering the recoil. If you can’t control the M4A1 at all, feel free to try out the SG 553 R.
The best SMG – SCW-10
What makes the weapon so good: The SCW-10 is nearly unstoppable in close combat. Due to its low recoil and high damage, it is also a solid choice at medium distances. It has a relatively high fire rate, though not as extreme as the KV9. This makes it easier to take down two enemies with one magazine using the SCW-10. The KV9, in contrast, runs out of ammo very quickly. If you miss a shot with it, it can quickly end badly. The SCW-10 offers easier magazine management without being less deadly. Additionally, you can quickly unlock a variable scope that allows you to choose a zoom level between 1x and 5x.
Alternative: No SMG shines in all respects without making significant sacrifices. Some have fewer rounds per magazine, others have lower damage per shot or lower fire rates. If you just want to melt enemies, the aforementioned KV9 is probably the best alternative. At close range, you will not lose a gunfight with it – unless you completely miss your shots.
The best LMG – M123K
What makes the weapon so good: The M123K has the highest fire rate of all LMGs and doesn’t have to make noticeable sacrifices. It has 100 rounds in the belt, deals average damage, and has controllable recoil. With its fire rate, you can play it relatively aggressively, but you can also use it for suppression fire, typical for LMGs, by firing in bursts.
Alternative: The KTS100 MK8 is an interesting alternative. The LMG plays fundamentally differently than the M123K and has a very low fire rate. However, the KTS is truly a laser, allowing you to take on even a sniper at long distances – because with the 60-round magazine, which can be reduced for faster reloads, you can keep the sniper at bay. This works particularly well because the LMG has a high projectile speed. Additionally, you can get on target relatively quickly and can reload relatively fast.
Since you don’t have to equip almost any attachments to reduce recoil, you can turn the KTS into a deadly long-range fighter, for example, with improved ammunition that increases your headshot multiplier.
The best DMR – SVK-8.6
What makes the weapon so good: Here we need to elaborate a bit more to explain why the SVK is the best DMR.
DMRs suffer in Battlefield 6 from the layout and size of the maps. Assault rifles, carbines, and LMGs are significantly stronger at short to medium ranges than DMRs, and at long ranges up to 70 meters, the fully automatic fire mode still makes them good enough that switching to a DMR would often be a disadvantage. And if you do want to cover longer distances effectively, reaching for the right sniper rifle often seems to be the better choice. These weapons deal more damage and can even kill with torso hits in their sweet spot with one shot. Therefore, DMRs have not yet really found their place on the current maps, where they could shine as a compromise.
However, the SVK deals significantly more damage, even if its fire rate is lower than that of other DMRs. The high damage allows the SVK to eliminate any opponent with two body shots. This makes it a sensible alternative to the otherwise superior sniper rifles at distances up to about 70 meters.
The best sniper rifle – M2010 ESR
What makes the weapon so good: All sniper rifles deal the same damage. However, the M2010 has the highest fire rate and, with the extended barrel, also the highest projectile speed. Additionally, you can play it from the start without having to unlock it through tedious challenges. The PSR requires about 150 headshot kills with sniper rifles over 150 meters.
Note: We have not yet tested the PSR and therefore cannot say if it plays significantly better than the other sniper rifles. On paper, however, the M2010 does not seem worse than the PSR, but it does not require challenges to unlock.
The best shotgun – M1014
What makes the weapon so good: The M1014 can, with the right attachments, replace the already very strong M87A2 as the best shotgun. It has a significantly faster fire rate and still deals enough damage at close range to send enemies to their demise with one shot.
What are these weapons? Among automatic weapons, there is one firearm in each category that is extremely precise and has low recoil. These weapons, equipped with improved ammunition like hollow-point bullets or synthetic-tipped rounds, are true headshot machines and good alternatives for medium to long distances.
Assault Rifle
SOR-556 MK2
SMG
SL9
LMG
KTS100 MK8
Carbine
AK-205
Besides the best weapons, the right graphics settings are important in Battlefield 6. The goal should be to have as many FPS as possible while not ruining the game’s visuals. You also want to be able to recognize enemies well at greater distances. Which settings we recommend can be read here: Battlefield 6: The best graphics settings for PC – How to get the most FPS out
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Pokémon GO celebrates the release of a new game. And brings you some strong attacks that you shouldn’t miss.
On October 16, 2025, the latest installment of the Pokémon games, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, will launch. To celebrate the day, there will be a special event in Pokémon GO. It is called “Event Celebrating Pokémon Legends: Z-A” and will take place from Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM to Monday, October 20, 2025, at 8:00 PM.
Included are some exclusive attacks, more raids, and a limited-time research task. We’ve summarized what you can expect.
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All Event Content
Which Pokémon are in the event? As of now, there are no special monsters in the wild during the event. However, you will receive a limited-time research task where you must choose between Chikorita, Totodile*, and Tepig*.
If you complete the research, you will receive the corresponding Pokémon with a special background as well as experience points, candies, and a Knursp. All three monsters can also appear as Shiny. The monster you choose will appear more frequently when using the daily adventure incense.
What exclusive attacks are there? If you evolve Bayleef into Meganium during the event, it will learn the Charged Attack Frenzy Plant. If you obtain a Feraligatr by evolving Croconaw, it will know the Charged Attack Hydro Cannon. Emboar, which you evolve during the event, learns Blast Burn.
Moreover, it is possible to teach existing specimens of Meganium, Feraligatr, and Emboar the corresponding Charged Attacks. To do this, you simply need to use a basic Charged TM. Normally, you would have to use the rare Charged TMs.
What bonuses are there in the event? The number of Mega Raids that appear in the game is increased during the event.
What avatar items are there? Both during and after the event, you can receive the following accessories for your avatar for free in the in-game shop:
Besides the celebration for the release of Legends: Z-A, there are some other events, raids, and content waiting for you in the game. If you want to know what they are and when they will take place, feel free to take a look at our overview with all events in October 2025 in Pokémon GO.
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Game Masters of Dungeons & Dragons have always faced the challenge of creating exciting worlds and stories for their players. Some also draw significant inspiration – and not infrequently, as a thread on Reddit shows.
What has the player discovered? In his thread, user Brilliant-Flame2599 shares on Reddit his discovery. For the game master of his long-term campaign is seemingly drawing noticeably from a popular gaming classic to shape his story and the setting.
He feels that his Dungeon Master (DM) is heavily inspired by the popular action classic Metal Gear Solid 3, as several story aspects and quests show clear parallels to the game. He is especially reminded of the bosses and NPCs they encounter, which are reminiscent of equivalents from MGS3, even the soundtrack is used at suitable moments and the game master uses literal quotes.
Nevertheless, he enjoys the campaign and also has the impression that he is the only one in the group who notices these parallels. Still, he considers whether to address the whole matter and turns to the community with his observations. And they not only offer tips but also show that his case is not that rare.
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“Honestly, that sounds damn cool, and who cares if everyone is having fun?”
What does the community advise him? In the comments, many users find themselves in similar situations or have been in them. Many are also game masters and confess to similar practices as the DM of the thread creator. Several report on campaigns that are inspired, for example, by popular Disney movies, World of Warcraft, Bloodborne, or Star Trek.
Generally, most believe: As long as everyone involved is having fun, it does not matter whether it is their own story, inspiration, or a copy. For in Dungeons & Dragons, all stories are, after all, unique due to the influence of the players and would naturally differentiate themselves from the original. And even if not, that is perfectly fine, as long as it doesn’t become boring.
Additionally, many advise him not to disclose this to the group beforehand, as from their perspective, there is a valid concern that such knowledge could ruin the magic for others. They therefore suggest incorporating subtle hints that would signal to the game master that he knows about the inspiration from MGS3. This way, the DM can decide whether to discuss it with him or even address it at all.
Some users also argue that it is better to draw inspiration from successful stories and perhaps even to “borrow” rather than ultimately creating a story that is uninspired due to being currently or generally less creative and having strengths elsewhere. From their viewpoint, there is little wrong with misleading the players.
Thus, an unknown user aptly summarizes (via Reddit): “Honestly, that sounds damn cool, and if everyone is having fun, who cares? Originality in D&D is somewhat overrated in my opinion, if the game is fun, everyone wins.”
One day before the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A, many interested players are asking whether it would be worth upgrading to the Nintendo Switch 2 specifically for the new Pokémon game. However, the mood in a comparative video reveals a completely different sentiment than the answer to this question.
What does the YouTuber demonstrate in his video? YouTuber ElAnalistaDeBits shows in a video how the graphics of the newest Pokémon game on the Nintendo Switch 1 differ from the performance of the Switch 2. He discusses resolution, textures, vegetation, distant object representation, pop-ins, detail level, and other aspects.
It is noticeable that there are some visual differences, some of which are rather minimal and require a trained eye to perceive them individually. However, other comparisons show a significant difference in performance that clarifies the capabilities of the consoles.
Despite the comparison, for which some players express gratitude in the comments, a divided mood in the community emerges: “The funny and at the same time sad thing about this is that this is the best look of a Pokémon game so far” (@rattiesteps1987 in the comments on YouTube).
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A presents a new story trailer for Switch
The community says the problem lies not in the different performance
What differences does the game exhibit on the consoles? The YouTuber visually and descriptively shows the significant differences between the two versions:
The most striking aspect is that the game achieves 60 FPS on the Switch 2, while the Switch 1 maxes out at 30 FPS.
While the Switch 1 reaches a maximum resolution of 1080p with a typical resolution of nearly 800p, the Switch 2 maximally supports 2160p with a typical resolution of 1080p.
The Switch 2 shows improvements in some textures and shaders. This is especially noticeable in vegetation, but also in tiles (ambient occlusion and normal maps, which means more realistic and detailed shading) and in distant objects.
In summary: The framerate stands out the most; the rest is rather secondary and appears on the Switch 2 as a “nice bonus” that does not necessarily prompt an urgent upgrade to the Switch 2.
Comparison of vegetation (Source: ElAnalistaDeBits on YouTube)Comparison of textures (Source: ElAnalistaDeBits on YouTube)Comparison of resolutions (Source: ElAnalistaDeBits on YouTube)
How does the community react to this demonstration? In the comments under the video, viewers thank the YouTuber for also showcasing the version of Switch 1, which was often overlooked in many other reviews. Not all players can afford to switch to a Switch 2, as @arminarlertscane points out, which is why many are actually glad that Pokémon Legends: Z-A is not a Switch 2 exclusive.
But despite the graphical comparison, the general mood in the comments remains rather subdued. The comments focus less on the graphical comparison of both versions and more on the overall design of the game—regardless of which console.
“No amount of graphical performance can make up for a mediocre art style and flat texture maps,” says @Mirage475, and @TheLaxed adds: “A city without cars and without pedestrians, but hey, we have random rocks in the middle of the city.”
For all fans excited about Pokémon Legends: Z-A, it won’t be long until they can finally play it in less than 24 hours on October 16, 2025. Those who have spent too much time on the Internet may have already come across various leaked content that could have spoiled some things. If you want to know what this content includes without being directly spoiled, you can find out more here on MeinMMO: If you want to start Pokémon Legends Z-A spoiler-free, you should avoid the internet for 2 days
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Harry Potter has inspired numerous fan fictions, including one that has now become its own book and has captivated many readers. Although the novel was only recently published, a movie is already in the works.
What book is it about? On September 23, 2025, the novel “Alchemised” by a U.S. author who goes by the name SenLinYu was released. The book attracted a lot of attention even before its publication, partly because it has roots in the Harry Potter universe.
Initially, the story was a fan fiction that narrated the love between Hermione Granger and Draco Malfoy. As is often the case in such tales, the relationship was forbidden and the story correspondingly dark. J.K. Rowling herself wrote a romance that she now regrets.
“Alchemised” has diverged significantly from Harry Potter in its final form and now features original characters. However, the story remains dark and oppressive.
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince – Trailer for the 6th part of the fantasy series
From Hermione to Helena
What is the book about? The novel is set in a bleak world that has undergone a war. Helena Marino was part of the resistance but was captured. She eventually meets Kaine Ferron, who takes her to his estate and confines her there. The reason: He wants to penetrate Helena’s mind, thanks to “alchemical violence,” as stated in the blurb from the German publisher Ullstein.
The young woman hides even more secrets concerning the resistance. Gradually, she begins to question her role during the war as she slowly approaches Kaine. This leads to a “dark fantasy with an epic love story”.
How is the book received? When asked about the readership, the idea and the finished novel have found some favor. On Goodreads, over 30,000 users rate it with 4.61 out of 5 stars. User Angie summarizes her opinion as follows:
“Heart-wrenching. Devastating. Shocking. This macabre story will break your heart, rip it from your chest, and haunt you long after the last page. Prepare to be destroyed.”
What sounds dramatic is also reflected in other reviews from enthusiastic readers. It is often emphasized how harsh the story is. In the review by 3DJuegos, it is highlighted that the book can be very brutal at times, especially in its depiction of Helena’s suffering.
In contrast to many other criticisms, however, 3DJuegos notes that this brutality becomes exhausting over time – as bloody scenes repeat and are therefore repetitive. The book induces actual torment in the reader, daring to do things that even George R.R. Martin did not write in Game of Thrones. This perhaps includes the infamous Red Wedding.
The story of “Alchemised” is overall well-constructed, particularly the second half of the 1,232 (!) pages is noted to be better.
What’s next for the book? Even before its release, the novel was highly anticipated by many fans. But Hollywood was also looking forward to the release. Legendary bought the film rights even before the book was published for approximately 2.5 million euros. On one hand, that’s a hefty price, but on the other hand, it’s unusual for film rights to be acquired before a book even hits the shelves.
When we can expect to see the film adaptation in theaters is still uncertain. However, it will likely take some time, as production is probably still at the very beginning. What do you think about it? Have you read “Alchemised”? Feel free to let us know in the comments. Dark Romance is a genre that continues to thrive: Young people are reading more again, but experts criticize Gen Z’s choice of books
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For EA FC 26 today the TOTW 5 (Team of the Week) is on the agenda. At MeinMMO you will find out which players could be part of the new Team of the Week.Haaland and Salah have good chances.
What is the Team of the Week? Every week, EA assembles a new TOTW. This team consists of 23 players who stood out with strong performances during the past football weekend.
For this, they receive a spot in the Team of the Week and improved Inform cards that can be found in packs for one week. And since there was an international break last weekend, the predictions are based on the performances of the players with their respective national teams.
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EA SPORTS FC 26 | Offizieller Enthüllungstrailer
These are TOTW Predictions: In the TOTW Predictions, we present you with predictions for the new TOTW from the community. The performances of the players are closely examined and predictions are made.
However, it is important to note that the predictions do not guarantee the final Team of the Week 5.
When does TOTW 5 come in EA FC 26? The Team of the Week 5 will be released on Wednesday, October 15, at 19:00, in EA FC 26 Ultimate Team.
The prediction for the Team of the Week 5 in Ultimate Team
The predictions for the next Team of the Week come from the FUT page futbin.
Screenshot from futbin.
Goalkeeper
GK: Dimitrievski (Valencia)
Defenders
RB: Posch (Como)
CB: Guéhi (Crystal Palace)
RB: Kimmich (FC Bayern Munich)
Midfielders
LM: Bühl (FC Bayern Munich)
CAM: Messi (Inter Miami)
CAM: Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
CDM: Calhanoglu (Inter Milan)
RM: Salah (Liverpool FC)
Forwards
RF: Weir (Real Madrid)
ST: Haaland (Manchester City)
TOTW 5 Bench:
CB: Agbadou (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
CM: Malinovskyi (Genoa)
LF: Gakpo (Liverpool FC)
RF: Mahrez (Al-Ahli)
CDM: Rúben Neves (Al Hilal)
ST: Park (Manchester United)
ST: Hojlund (Manchester United)
CB: El Yamiq (Al Najmah)
CM: Saad (FC Augsburg)
LM: Raphael Merkies (Shandong Taishan)
CAM: Doumbia (Stade Brest)
ST: Kristensen (KFUM-Kameratene)
Could 3 Star Forwards make it into TOTW 5?
These stars could make it: Last weekend, 3 absolute storm superstars scored for their national teams. But will they also make it into the new TOTW?
Erling Haaland could receive his second Inform card in TOTW 5. Why? The Norwegian had a strong game and scored 3 goals in the 5:0 victory against Israel.
Mohamed Salah scored 2 goals in Egypt’s 3:0 victory against Djibouti and is therefore one of the favorites for TOTW 5 in Ultimate Team.
Lionel Messi played a match with Inter Miami against Atlanta and contributed 2 goals and an assist to the final score. A performance for which the Argentine could finally receive his first TOTW card in FC 26.
A new AI can create entire videos from just a few words of the user. One user wanted to test whether the AI can also imitate video games and has had great success with it.
A user has now tried out how well the new Artificial Intelligence can imitate video games and has had great success.
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AI almost perfectly copies Cyberpunk 2077
What did the user input? To see what the AI can do, the user wrote in the input field: “Create a gameplay of Cyberpunk 2077 with the Basilisk tank and Panam” and the output was a recording that almost looks like it really came from the game.
The created video clip shows the mission “Queen of the Highway,” and it is almost identical to the original. V and Panam drive a tank through the Badlands, almost just like in real life.
The location on the map is correct, the voices generated by the AI match, and the Aldecaldos are the right group for whom the mission is completed. However, there are some minor inconsistencies: The tank does not have wheels in Cyberpunk 2077, but hovers above the ground, and Panam usually sits in the tank and is not on the gun turret.
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How are fans reacting to the clip? The video clip is being shared a lot on X.com and is also generating many comments. While some viewers find it admirable how well the Artificial Intelligence has “created” the side mission of the game, others are upset.
They believe that the AI is clearly violating the copyrights of CD Project Red, the creators of Cyberpunk 2077. For example, one X user named Constantin wishes: “Can @CDPROJEKTRED please sue them into the ground to set a precedent? Thanks.”
Another X.com user @custardcosmos doesn’t understand the excitement: “You’re impressed that the stealing machine is good at stealing? Really?” It is not known whether CD Project Red plans to take legal action against OpenAI. This would not be the first time that lawsuits have been filed against copyright infringement by AI. In June 2025, Gamestar reported how Disney sued the image AI Midjourney.
Artificial intelligence is trained on existing data, which allows for representation of well-known games and characters. The Artificial Intelligence is becoming smarter and is also overcoming initial protective measures, as this example shows: An AI has defeated the protection against robots just so it can book a vacation.
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In Battlefield 6 there are loads of mines on every road, path, and hill that make life difficult for tank drivers. However, there is a way to avoid a deadly explosion.
What kind of way is this? In Battlefield 6, tanks have the option to move slowly. This mechanic is also called “Creep-Drive” and is comparable to a soldier crouching.
If you drive slowly with a tank, you can completely ignore mines and don’t have to constantly watch out for the nasty explosive traps. Mines do not explode when you slowly drive over them.
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How does the Creep-Drive work? If you play Battlefield with mouse and keyboard, you need to hold down the “Ctrl” key on your keyboard while driving. This will make you move much slower.
On the controller, the Creep-Drive should be controlled using the left stick. The further you push the stick forward, the faster you go. So move the stick only slightly to drive as slow as possible and survive the mines. If you go too fast, you’ll get torn apart.
Why should players hate this? For one, you are really moving slowly. If you want to be really safe, you will have to drive slowly almost all the time – this requires patience if you want to get from your base to the other end of the map on maps like Mirak Tal.
Additionally, there is no way to toggle the slow driving; you have to keep the Ctrl key held down. This is not the most comfortable way to play. The same goes for driving with a controller, after all, the stick is pushed as far forward as possible in most games.
Why is the Creep-Drive so useful? Mines are really a plague in Battlefield 6, they are scattered all over the map. So it’s understandable that a tank crew might overlook one at some point – and then it’s goodbye to the tank. Therefore, it is quite important to know how to avoid an explosive death.
On the other hand, mines are a highly recommended gadget for quickly taking out the steel colossi. On MeinMMO, we highlight tips and present you with the best loadout for destroying tanks. This includes, alongside the mines, the best rocket launcher: Battlefield 6: Destroy tanks – The best loadout against vehicles
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ARC Raiders is currently conducting a large Server Slam and every player, whether pre-order or interested, is warmly invited. You can find out when the final beta test starts and what you should know about it here.
When does the Server Slam start? The Server Slam is scheduled to take place from October 17 to October 19. There will be a slow rollout at the start, so players will have the chance to log in one by one before the servers are made available to everyone.
There is currently no official start time, but some fans suspect (Source: reddit.com), that it is set for 3 PM German time. The test is expected to end at 5 PM German time.
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Free test and a reward
What can I test in the beta? Players will be able to test the first map at release, The Dam Battlegrounds. On this map, you will find yourself in a rugged forest, with abandoned research facilities.
On the map, there will be not only the new terrain but also special events that you can encounter. These include electromagnetic storms, Night Raids, and possibly a visit from the Queen (likely a huge robot boss overshadowing the map).
This is what the map looks like
Additionally, you can accept quests from the inhabitants of Speranza, trade with them, and thus strengthen your reputation with them to get a feel for the interactions with the residents.
Weapons and other crafting options are also available to a certain extent. However, please note that any progress made during the Server Slam will be reset upon release.
Are there limited gifts? Yes, those who participate in the Server Slam will receive the “Server Slammer Backpack” upon purchasing ARC Raiders at release. You can only receive the backpack if you actually participated in the Server Slam. If you missed it, the backpack can never be obtained again. So if cosmetic items are important to you, you should not miss the date.
Is there a preload? There is currently no preload for the test. The download size is also not yet known (as of October 15, 10:47 AM).
That was all the available information regarding the upcoming Server Slam for ARC Raiders. Will you participate or are extraction shooters not for you? We also have other shooter alternatives for you in our huge list if you’re looking for variety: The 25 best shooters of 2025 – These PvP and PvE games impress with their gameplay
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A World of Warcraft without addons will be quite different – and should remain the same. What will change with Midnight is revealed by the Game Director.
One of the biggest and most controversial changes that World of Warcraft will experience in the next expansion “Midnight” is the abolition of numerous addons. Interface modifications that players have relied on for decades will no longer work. This will also change how WoW is played – and yet the difficulty is not supposed to change.
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WoW Midnight shows gameplay – All new features
What addons will be prohibited? In principle, the functionality of all addons that access the current combat situation will be restricted. Anything that reads processes in combat in any way – such as the position of characters, current debuffs or mechanics – will be disabled. This mainly includes addons like “WeakAuras” or “Deadly Boss Mods.” The addons will not be “banned,” but simply rendered unusable by Blizzard, as they will no longer be able to access the corresponding information.
What was said? In a conversation with PC Gamer magazine, WoW’s Game Director, Ion Hazzikostas, spoke in more detail about how the game is supposed to change in Midnight. Because at the same time as the abolition of many addons, other aspects are also changing. Many classes will be significantly simplified and their core rotation reduced.
Many of these changes have not been in the works for years, [but only for a few months]. When we began the conversation with the community about our design philosophy and considered where we wanted to go with addons, we immediately heard feedback like: “That’s all good and well, but how am I supposed to track this mechanic now?” And internally we thought: “They’re not wrong.”
There are several examples of this. Many classes, such as Beast Mastery Hunters or Arcane Mages, often rely on buffs that must be seen to the second to extend them in time or not to cast a spell too late when the enhancing buff is no longer active. In the standard interface, it is almost impossible to see these buffs clearly – as they are one of many small icons in the buff bar, and due to the combat situation with many effects, these icons often bounce around.
Therefore, Blizzard has introduced functions in recent months that allow players to better view active effects and highlight them clearly on the screen.
For even though many addons will soon disappear, some functions will become a fixed part of World of Warcraft. The goal is to create a fair playing field for everyone. Basic addon features should be offered in a simplified form by the game, allowing players to retain the advantage of seeing what addons provide – but they must solve the “problems” in battles themselves.
However, some are concerned that Blizzard is overdoing it with the changes. Healer gameplay is supposed to be drastically simplified and many classes will become simpler. Many fear that WoW will become “too easy” and there will be no longer any way to hone one’s skill and stand out from others. After all, there is already a “1-key feature” that beats many average players.
The progression from a beginner to a good player lies in mastering your rotation so that you can perform it on a practice dummy. I know which keys I need to press, I equip myself correctly, I can somewhat achieve the maximum potential in a completely static situation.
And now we will add a few raid mechanics to that. The damage of each player decreases. When distracted, everyone performs slightly worse. When we talk about PvE skill, much of it is about what percentage of your theoretical damage you can achieve while multitasking.
It sounds fundamentally just like the World of Warcraft we already know – just without the added hurdle of the numerous interface addons that in most cases were needed to even keep up in high-level content. Perhaps WoW will also cut off a few slices from other things – like Legion, as the expansion was quite dark and thus good.
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Most trainers in Pokémon GO will know the feeling of needing to discard items. A player shows why you should keep an item instead.
Item management is likely an important aspect for most trainers in Pokémon GO. By spinning PokéStops and gyms, new items keep coming in. However, the item bag capacity is limited and an upgrade for it is expensive.
Therefore, a decision must be made about which items to keep in the bag and which to toss. One trainer has now shown why an item that many trainers might toss out is actually better than you might think.
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Small Berry, Big Impact
What did the trainer do? The trainer posted a video on Reddit. In this video, he filmed an encounter with a Shadow Bulbasaur twice and placed the two videos side by side. In the first video, he shows how the Bulbasaur moves in the catch screen and uses animations that prevent you from catching the monster.
Right next to it, you see the same Bulbasaur in the catch screen. However, a Nanab Berry has been used here. This berry reduces the movements of a monster, making it easier for you to catch it. The difference between the monster with and without the berry is more than obvious.
While the Bulbasaur on the left screen jumps and moves, the right Bulbasaur stays still and waits to be caught:
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When should I use the berry? When exactly you use the Nanab Berry depends heavily on your personal preference. Many trainers prefer to use the Sanan Berry in its regular or silver variant for legendary monsters to get more candies.
For particularly hard-to-catch Pokémon, there is also the option to resort to the Razz Berry or the Golden Razz Berry. Both berries increase your chances of catching a monster.
However, if you are having trouble hitting the monster at all due to its movements and animations, then the Nanab Berry might be just the right berry for you to make the catch easier. Even for Shadow monsters, for which you already have enough candies, the berry can be useful.
What about you? Do you use the Nanab Berry, or do you throw it away? Feel free to let us know in the comments. If you haven’t used it so far and want to test it, then events could be the perfect opportunity: all events in October 2025 in Pokémon GO.
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The author of a popular animated series is well-versed in superheroes. He has a clear opinion on whether his own hero could take on Superman from DC Comics.
What series is it about? Invincible is an animated series running on Amazon Prime Video and has received very good ratings. It currently has 3 seasons with a total of 25 episodes, with a fourth and fifth season already announced.
The series is based on the comic series of the same name by Robert Kirkman and tells the story of Mark Grayson, a boy whose father Nolan, as Omni-Man, is one of the strongest superheroes around. When Mark turns seventeen, he gains his own superpowers.
As is often the case with strong heroes like Omni-Man, the question arises of how powerful he is compared to other characters. Big names are not shied away from, and none other than Robert Kirkman himself has entered the discussion.
What does Kirkman say? The author spoke at this year’s Comic-Con in New York with Collider about this topic and came to a hard conclusion. On the one hand, he casually made an assessment of Homelander from the series The Boys, who according to Kirk is a “weakling.” On the other hand, the author also has a clear opinion about Superman:
Superman sucks. Omni-Man easily defeats him. I have said this before. Every time I say this, a lot of Superman fans, if you can believe that such a thing exists, crawl out of their holes and attack me online as if I said something that is not definitely and indisputably true. But Omni-Man would completely annihilate this guy.
Robert Kirkman
Furthermore, Kirk described some feats of Superman, such as that he can move a planet. The author then speculated whether Omni-Man could also accomplish that, referring to season 4. This is expected to be available to fans in March 2026 and might contain a similarly powerful feat from Omni-Man.
Although Kirk thinks Superman is “absolute trash,” he found something to enjoy in James Gunn’s current film: “James Gunn’s film was excellent,” he said at Comic-Con.
What do you think: Would Omni-Man have a chance against Superman? That the two would ever meet and there would be a fight is unfortunately unlikely. The two characters come from different comic publishers; the only possibility would be in a crossover. Such an event is coming soon between DC and Marvel: A new crossover between Marvel and DC brings together two superheroes who couldn’t be more different
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In Dune: Awakening, players are facing a statement from the developers explaining how the balancing is intended to work. Players feel restricted in their playstyle.
What about the balancing in Dune: Awakening? The balancing in Dune: Awakening is a recurring sore point for players. Initially, flying vehicles were much too powerful, as they could park other players down.
Later on, there were complaints that ground vehicles had little justification for existence, as players spent most of the time in the Ornithopter.
In terms of abilities and skills, a meta quickly formed, while some skills were often overlooked by players because there were similar, better abilities to choose from. In the monthly patches, the developers tried to level the balancing, but this doesn’t necessarily make players happy.
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What do the developers think about the balancing? Developer “Iggy” recently explained in a post on Discord how balancing is currently envisioned by the developers. He writes that the developers are not adjusting the game for “Only Ranged” or “Only Melee,” but they want players to switch between both modes.
He further explains that it must be clear that weapon switching is part of Dune: Awakening and they will continue to tweak the balance until the statistics for ranged or melee combat are equalized. They also want to work further on it, and the current balance patch is not the last.
How do players react to the statement? On Reddit, players are upset about the statement. For them, it’s once again a case where the developers want to change players and their playstyle. This has already been seen in the debate about Dune: Awakening’s endgame, which was initially intended to resemble a PvP MMO and had to be modified over months to meet the needs of PvE players.
In this case as well, players feel misunderstood. They explain that in the game you must first choose a class, can only select 3 active abilities and 3 passive techniques, can only redistribute their abilities every 48 hours, and that the new armor sets give bonuses for one class.
Everything is accordingly designed to specialize and not to become an all-rounder. The fact that the developers are now clarifying that you should be both a melee and ranged fighter is displeasing to the players accordingly.
The problem is that the developers apparently do not understand that there is a difference between the intention and the actual implementation in the game. It’s nice and good to say that they want players to switch between melee and ranged, but the talent system they have given us is designed to focus on one or the other. Players will therefore do what is efficient and work with the system.
And so we are left with their other idea of balance. If melee is favored, they will nerf it until ranged is preferred, players switch, so they nerf/buff it again to favor melee, players switch. Players switch, but not in the middle of a fight, as they [the developers] want, but after each balance change.
If they do not want to redesign their entire talent system, hybrid players will always remain a minority. Realistically, it would be better for the developers to accept this and balance the game so that melee and ranged are close in performance, allowing players to at least choose their desired playstyle, and even if players do not switch between melee and ranged, there is at least a mix on the battlefield.
To establish a playstyle in Dune: Awakening that encompasses both melee and ranged combat, the developers will likely need to do more than just distribute nerfs and buffs. A function for automatically switching the talent tree when changing weapons could ensure that it is worthwhile to be both a melee and ranged fighter at the same time. Similar mechanics are known from various other games.
The debate about the developers’ statements is heated. Many players do not want their playstyle dictated and react accordingly to the statements. Others understand the developers’ ideas but criticize the implementation. It remains to be seen what the next balance patch for Dune: Awakening will bring. Dune: Awakening is losing 90% of its players in 4 months, now the developer announces layoffs
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If a player decides to try out the MMORPG genre in 2025 and find the perfect online role-playing game among the multitude of representatives… which game will he ultimately end up with?
What is the starting situation? Anyone wanting to dive into the MMORPG genre for the first time in 2025 is in a difficult situation:
The best current MMORPGs have been around for many years, and thus there is a lot of content, making the entry often overwhelming.
Joining the best of the best are an unbelievable number of good to bad MMORPGs, which are often also available in various versions (Modern, Classic, Hardcore, and so on).
So there are plenty of options, but none really good from the recent past. The chance of a frustrating first experience is high. Finding the perfect online role-playing game for oneself will often require a significant time investment.
The MeinMMO community has chosen the best MMORPGs of all time:
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The best MMORPGs of all time for PC and console
A player still took the plunge: On Reddit, Electronic_Major_826 explains that he is 28 years old and has been gaming his whole life. However, he had no contact with MMORPGs until recently. But he wanted to change that to find an online role-playing game where he can deeply dive in for a long time.
To do that, Electronic_Major_826 tried out a whopping 14 MMORPGs, plus Warframe, Path of Exile 2, and Last Epoch. However, he apparently did not just play, but also watched countless videos, researched the respective endgame experiences, looked for information on current player numbers, history, upcoming updates, and more. In the end, he had a clear favorite.
The right MMORPG for every taste?
Which MMORPGs have failed? Electronic_Major_826 explains in his post why most genre representatives could not convince him:
Black Desert and Final Fantasy XIV: The visual art style of the two MMORPGs does not appeal to the player.
Guild Wars 2: The gaming experience felt too monotonous, and the endgame has too little focus on dungeons and grindy content. Electronic_Major_826 wants vertical progression.
Eve Online: The whole sci-fi setting revolving around piloting a spaceship was not what Electronic_Major_826 wanted to play.
Albion Online: The isometric perspective and the strong focus on crafting were off-putting.
Lost Ark: Also an isometric perspective, and “it just didn’t click”.
Elder Scrolls Online: Here, it is also the case that Electronic_Major_826 prefers vertical character progression. Additionally, the art style was off-putting.
Also failed for Electronic_Major_826 were: Old School RuneScape, Neverwinter, Throne and Liberty, Star Wars: The Old Republic, and Lord of the Rings Online.
Which MMORPG was convincing? In the end, the big heavyweight flexed its muscles once again and won the courting of the genre newcomer. We are, of course, talking about World of Warcraft. Electronic_Major_826 explains in his post:
WoW is simply perfect. […] I am a new player who just loves how the game feels and plays, and I am very excited to explore the different areas and experience the raids and dungeons.
How does the community react to this? Some are happy that Electronic_Major_826 found what he was looking for in the end. Others share their first experiences with the genre or certain games.
Randomnesse writes on Reddit: “It’s cool when people find something they can just enjoy.”
Yarusenai explains on Reddit: “I tried to enter WoW as a new player, but the story just doesn’t make sense. I usually don’t care much about the story in an MMO (except for FFXIV), but here it makes no sense chronologically as you’re thrown into a decades-long story without explanation.”
zonearc understands the choice (source: Reddit): “The dungeon gameplay of WoW is undoubtedly the best. No other game comes close to its Mythics. While the game has other weaknesses, this is a major strength.”
NoNet5188 has a current tip on Reddit: “If you’re really just looking for dungeons and raids, check out the Fellowship.”
