The next raid of World of Warcraft has a release date. We reveal when it goes into the Sanctum of Domination in Patch 9.1.
Even thoughPatch 9.1 of WoW: Shadowlands has a lot of new content, many players are especially looking forward to one thing: the new raid Sanctum of Domination. However, the raid will not be available immediately at the start of the patch on June 30. We will tell you when the raid opens its doors in all difficulties and what you can look forward to.
When does the Sanctum of Domination open? This varies depending on the difficulty level. The following dates should be kept in mind:
July 7: the “normal” and “heroic” difficulty levels open
July 14: the “mythic” difficulty level opens, as well as LFR Wing 1
July 28: LFR Wing 2 opens
August 11: LFR Wing 3 opens
August 25: LFR Wing 4 opens
Anyone who wants to see the last boss only in LFR will have to wait until the end of August.
Sylvanas is the last boss in the Sanctum of Domination.
What bosses are there? There are a total of 10 bosses waiting in the Sanctum of Domination and some of them are well-known names that long-time Warcraft fans may already know. The following bosses are present:
The Tarragrue – The monster that has executed failing players in Torghast so far.
The Eye of the Jailer – The annoying eye that throws you out of the Maw every day.
The Nine – The nine Val’kyr of Sylvanas, including those already deceased.
Remnant of Ner’zhul – What is left of the first Lich King after years of torture.
Soulrender Dormazain – One of the most brutal servants of the Jailer who has broken every soul so far.
Torment Smith Raznal – This is the guy who built all the traps in Torghast, where you’ve probably died a few times.
First Guardian – A mysterious guardian who watches over the “Cipher” that contains knowledge about the mysterious creators.
Fate Scribe Roh-Kalo – A fate scribe. Enslaved by the Jailer, he is now trying to rewrite the fate of the Shadowlands.
Kel’Thuzad – The lich-to-be fights once again against the mortal heroes of Azeroth to kill them – this time for real. It will surely work.
Sylvanas Windrunner – The final fight against the banshee queen, while the Jailer implements his master plan. How will this end?
More news about WoW Shadowlands and Patch 9.1 can be found here:
Is there particularly cool loot? Yes, quite a bit. The raid has some very special items with special effects that different classes are keen on. Two of them can be found with Sylvanas Windrunner, the final fight in the Sanctum of Domination:
Microsoft is working on a major update for Windows 10 and some leaks about Windows 11 have already revealed details. Now, Linus Tech Tips has tried out a Windows 11 ISO and even played on it.
After some discussions about whether Windows 10 will get a successor, there is now a leaked version of Windows 11. So what does the new system look like and what has changed?
To find out, tech YouTuber Linus from Linus Tech Tips has organized an installation file (ISO image) of Windows 11 and installed it on his computer.
The installation itself is quite complicated, as there are some pitfalls built in to make the installation of the leaked version as difficult as possible.
Linus eventually manages to install Windows 11. We present you with the first impressions and also explain why you should not replicate this.
Linus’ first impression of Windows 11 – “Very quirky, but very cool.”
What does Windows 11 look like? After the installation, Linus gets a first look at the new Windows. And his first impressions are surprising and amusing:
The Start menu is no longer entirely left but arranged in the middle, making it “more like Macintosh.”.
The Windows Explorer has new icons, but the overall layout and design remain the same.
The presented version offers the integration of various widgets. Here, one feels reminded of Windows 7 and its widgets.
A better “speech-to-text” experience and also the camera management of Windows has improved.
If Linus wants to open an app multiple times, he has to right-click the icon in the taskbar. A click with the middle mouse button no longer works.
Windows 11 also integrates a new touch keyboard with gifs and other fun images.
Can you play with Windows 11? Linus has powerful hardware for gaming with a Ryzen 9 3900X, an RTX 2080 Ti, and 20 GB of RAM.
In his experiment, he tests Counterstrike and Red Dead Redemption 2. Both games run smoothly, and an increased Hz rate can be adjusted easily through Windows.
You can actually watch the entire video from Linus Tech Tips on YouTube. We embedded the video here for you:
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You should not download and use a Windows 11 ISO yet
Linus explains at the end of the video that he advises people against downloading and installing a Windows 11 ISO.
That’s why you shouldn’t replicate this: Since the installation medium does not come from an official source, you cannot be sure who the medium really comes from and what is actually inside. An infected image could cause you more problems than joy.
Moreover, the installation is anything but simple. Microsoft has tightened many screws to prevent an easy installation.
Only in a virtual machine was Linus able to install Windows 11 without issues. Many users are likely to give up in frustration after a short time.
If you want to protect yourself against malicious software on Windows 10, then we have a tip for you:
On Steam, the new battle royale game Naraka: Bladepoint is a big success. About 160,000 players were online at the same time, battling as Asian fighters through wild skirmishes. But what is Naraka: Bladepoint really, and what makes it so good?
What is the situation on Steam? The recently launched demo of Naraka: Bladepoint has caused a stir. So it happened that just 48 hours after launch, a new record for concurrent players was set. over 160,000 players were playing at the same time. The previous record was just under 100,000 players who were online during the first demo in April 2021.
The demo runs until June 22, 2021, so there is a whole weekend ahead where even more players can take on the game and possibly drive the numbers higher.
Naraka: Bladepoint – Battle Royale with Ninjas, Swords, and Parkour
What is Naraka Bladepoint? This game is another battle royale, where this time ‘only’ 60 players fight until only one remains. Nothing new there. But Naraka: Bladepoint offers a few unique features that have not been seen or are rare in the genre:
7 unique classes, including swordsmen, archers, and ninjas
Complex character editor to create your own hero
Strong focus on melee combat with combos and counters
Especially the grappling hook that every player can have serves as a universal tool for movement, attack, and defense. You can swing around, reach hard-to-access places, and launch surprise attacks from there. On the flip side, you can also make a good escape with it when the opponent is pressing you too hard.
All of this is well-received by players, and despite some complaints about lag, the success of the demo on Steam shows that Naraka: Bladepoint hits exactly the nerve of the community. With its new ideas and unusual melee gameplay, the game stands out from the large pool of BR games.
When is Naraka Bladepoint released? The release of the game is on August 12, 2021. However, the game is not free to play. Rather, it will cost between 19.99 and 50.99 Euros, depending on which version you want.
The Steam Next Fest is currently running. You can try out some new games in development completely free through Steam. We at MeinMMO present MMORPGs, online shooters, and a new battle royale that you can try out this weekend.
What kind of event is this? The Steam Next Fest runs from Wednesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM, to Tuesday, June 22 at 7:00 PM.
During this time, you can watch various developer livestreams as well as try out new games or their demos for free. The focus is on games that are currently still in development but are set to be released soon.
What are we presenting? We at MeinMMO have picked 4 interesting online games and reveal what makes them special and who they are interesting for. This is just a small selection, as there are over 700 games available to you (via Steam Next Fest).
The order in this article does not reflect any ratings but is primarily meant to provide variety.
What kind of game is this? Swords of Legends Online is a theme park MMORPG from China that was released there in 2019 and has received regular updates since then.
In PvE, the game focuses on a linear yet interesting story with many cutscenes and English voice acting. In addition, there are some dungeons and unique life skills like bounty hunting or an integrated card game that can be played against NPCs.
Swords of Legends shines mainly with its action-packed combat system and very fair treatment regarding equipment. It is buy-to-play and costs 40 Euros in its cheapest version. There is also a shop that completely avoids pay-to-win.
To give you a glimpse into the game, here is the YouTube video from KiraTV:
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What can be tested? In the demo, you can only try up to level 15 out of 37 (36 + student 1). Many of the interesting contents like PvP or housing will only be unlocked at max level.
Who is it interesting for? If you are looking for a new theme park MMORPG and don’t mind the Asian style, then Swords of Legends is just right for you. Although the initial leveling phase is a bit slow, at max level, the MMORPG impresses mainly with its dynamic battles and the many activities you can engage in.
Genre: Battle Royale | Developer: 24 Entertainment | Platform: PC | Release Date: August 12, 2021 | Model: Buy-to-Play
What kind of game is this? In Naraka: Bladepoint, 60 players land on a mysterious island and fight each other. Unlike in Fortnite and PUBG, you don’t just rely on firearms, but also on traditional Asian martial arts.
The focus is on melee combat, using sticks, swords, or fists. You can also use rifles and bows to attack enemies from a distance. Naraka also emphasizes freedom of movement. You can:
What can be tested? In the demo, you can use all contents in Naraka: Bladepoint.
Who is it interesting for? If you’re in the mood for a new battle royale but have had enough of the shooter setting, Naraka: Bladepoint is worth a try. While the game may not necessarily impress with its graphics, it certainly does with the action-packed battles that should be familiar to MMORPG players.
Genre: Shooter | Developer: Redhill Games | Platform: PC | Release Date: Unknown | Model: Unknown
What kind of game is this? The multiplayer shooter places you in the near future, where large corporations rule and the dirty work is done by mercenaries. You are such a mercenary and must take care of various contracts in Nine to Five with your team in shifts.
You are in teams of three and must survive three phases per match to achieve your goal. Each phase offers an individual task to complete. Depending on how you proceed and whether you achieved your goal, the course of the match is supposed to change, which should provide a lot of replayability.
During the rounds, you compete against two other teams that want to complete their own objectives and will stand in your way. This gameplay trailer gives you a first look:
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What can be tested? All contents are available during the Steam Next event. In fact, new content such as weapons has even been added compared to the last beta.
Who is it interesting for? Nine to Five is aimed at fans of tactical shooters like CS:GO or Rainbow Six: Siege. The game features modern graphics and looks really good. A match is supposed to take about 15 minutes, which is a pleasantly short period of time.
Genre: MMORPG | Developer: Round 8 Studio | Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S | Release Date: August 6, 2021, on PC, already in 2020 on consoles | Model: Free-to-Play
What kind of game is this? With Bless Unleashed, a new MMORPG is coming to the market that is based on the world of the flop Bless Online. However, the developers promise that the mistakes from the other game will not be repeated.
Bless Unleashed utilizes an action-packed combat system and promises exciting boss fights and open-PvP in the endgame. At launch, you have the choice of 5 different classes, some of which are tied to gender locks.
What can be tested? In Bless Unleashed, you can only test the tutorial contents. In previous beta events, you could see more of the game. It is worth waiting for the full release.
Who is it interesting for? Bless Unleashed is intended for fans of action MMORPGs who have no problem with open-world PvP. It plays indeed better than Bless Online and especially fighting is a lot of fun.
However, the very monotonous quests and the grind, which already takes on large proportions in the mid-game, are negatives. Additionally, the graphics, which looked fantastic in the first trailers, are significantly weaker in the game itself.
A first experience report on Bless Unleashed from 2020 can be found here: How the new MMORPG Bless Unleashed plays on PC. The mentioned points are still up to date, except for navigation with the mouse. This has been improved a bit in recent tests.
What do you think of the titles selected here? Will you play one of them? Or do you have any other hidden gems that should be tried out at the Steam Next Fest? Feel free to write it in the comments.
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Call of Duty: Warzone has done it again! A new weapon from the Battle Pass is clearly too powerful and has been rampaging across the battlefields since the start of Season 4: the MG 82. MeinMMO shows you what’s OP about this gun, which setup is strong, and why you should pay more attention to ground loot.
Update June 23:The MG 82 has been nerfed. It remains to be seen where the new LMG stands after the weakening, but damage and recoil have suffered.
The new light machine gun MG 82 came into play with the start of Season 4 and initially made no extraordinary impression. But those who fought through Verdansk on the first day of the new season and had the weapon as ground loot in hand knew right away that something was off with it. Well, actually, almost everything is right about the weapon, and that is the problem.
The MG 82 has very strong damage, high control, good handling, and sensational bullet velocity. Especially leveled up, meaning with all the important attachments, the new MG 82 is an OP weapon. MeinMMO shows you how strong the weapon is and which setup deals the most damage.
CoD Warzone: MG 82 with OP setup surpasses the competition
What does a strong setup for the MG 82 look like? The new LMG is already very strong even as a base variant. At the start of Season 4, the MG 82 is generously scattered across the map as ground loot and is a strong weapon for the start of a match. However, with attachments, you can further enhance the strengths of the weapons:
CoD Warzone: MG 82 setup for the season start
Muzzle: Agency Suppressor
Barrel: 16.4″ Task Force
Optic: Axial Arms 3x
Stock: No Stock
Underbarrel: Field Agent Grip
With the suppressor and barrel, you increase your bullet velocity to a level that allows for very easy hits. Even distant and mobile targets are easy to hit, giving the MG 82 a crucial advantage. Moreover, even the standard magazine has 100 rounds.
In addition, there is the high damage. As an LMG, the MG 82 has what is called an “Open Bolt Delay” – it takes about 50 milliseconds after pulling the trigger for the weapon to fire, yet the LMG achieves a time-to-kill (TTK) of around 500 milliseconds. Without the “delay”, the TTK is exactly 450 milliseconds (via truegamedata.com). And this, even though the developers actually want to generally increase the TTK. Even the CR-56 AMAX could not keep up before the nerf of Season 4.
The Field Agent Grip leads to strong control and the recoil of the MG 82 primarily goes straight up and is therefore very easy to control. With the attachment “No Stock”, you get a boost to the “Sprint-to-Fire Time”. With the stock, it depends somewhat on your preferences. If you prefer faster movements while aiming, the Looter’s or SAS Combat Stock is better suited.
A Twitter clip from the Warzone news account “ModernWarzone” impressively shows how strong the weapon is with this setup:
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Does the MG 82 have any weaknesses? Even though the strengths of the weapon are outstanding, the MG 82 remains an LMG and therefore falls below average in some stats. Due to the large magazine, the reload speed is low, and the aim-down-sights speed (ADS speed) is also rather mediocre. The important mobility leaves much to be desired. Additionally, the “Open Bolt Delay” increases the time-to-kill slightly.
This hinders the weapon only in close combat. As an all-round rifle for long-range combat, no automatic weapon can currently surpass the MG 82, and initial calls for a nerf are already being heard. The people behind “ModernWarzone” see it similarly – the saved setup of the MG 82 is called “BROKEN” by them.
In Warzone, recoil is a very important stat, and a stable weapon with good damage and a large magazine will always be among the top weapons. The MG 82 offers you that currently, and you should definitely unlock the weapon and add it to your loadout. Here you can find some tips for leveling up weapons quickly in Warzone.
The weapon meta of Warzone was in very good shape before the start of Season 4, and the developers in Season 3 showed that a fun meta with many different, usable weapons is important to them. A nerf of the MG 82 is likely just a matter of time. Get the MG 82 now before it disappears into mediocrity like most LMGs.
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An update in Pokémon GO triggered many light flashes and was thus a problem for some epileptic players. Niantic responded with a new update, but the latest version is even worse.
What is new? For some hours now, trainers can download update 0.211.2 for Pokémon GO. This is the successor version of update 0.211.1, which caused several issues:
Lags interrupted the catching
Phones overheated while playing
Lucky Pokémon were not displayed correctly
In addition, it was noted that light flashes were regularly seen when entering a Pokémon encounter in the last update. Trainers warned that the update could trigger seizures.
Niantic responded, but “now it is worse”
This is how Niantic responded: The community brought much attention to the issue with the triggers for seizures. Threads on reddit, Twitter, and Facebook directly addressed the developers. The Niantic team explained, “A recent change in the game has altered the transition time between screens. We are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible and expect to release an app update that fixes this problem later this week” (via reddit.com).
This is now new: Just a few hours after the statement, the latest version of Pokémon GO, 0.211.2, could be downloaded. Trainers tested it and have bad news:
“Do not update! Version .2 has more flashes than before!” (via reddit.com)
“The new update is even worse than the last one” (via reddit.com)
“Version 0.211.2 is out, but the lags have not been fixed yet” (via reddit.com)
Player DefyEverything explains that he updated his game immediately as soon as he saw the update in the Play Store (via reddit.com). He hoped that the new version would solve the problem with the white light flashes. But the update made the flashes worse. “Now there is a white flash when you start a Pokémon encounter AND when you exit the encounter. […]”
Others write that the flashes now also appear when leaving an encounter, but they slowly fade away instead of just flashing briefly. However, this is exactly a problem for players who want to use the catching trick.
User tyranterrv writes (via reddit.com): “[…] I’m not sure what they are planning, but this is a terrible change.”
The player DonutDaniel explains that the new update is worse than the last version (via reddit.com):
“Another Pokémon GO update has appeared in the App Store, and if you do not like the white light after clicking on a Pokémon… you will now get your money’s worth. Not only is this flashing still there, but there is also the same flash when you run away from a Pokémon. It gets even better when you try to catch a Pokémon quickly, because the flash appears twice after you have run away.”
What do the players recommend? In general, it is recommended to stay on version 0.209.x or to download this version again and play with it. Because there were fewer severe issues.
Which version are you currently playing Pokémon GO? Are you still on the 209 version or have you updated and can report how “bad” the new update is for you personally?
In the coming weeks, several events are supposed to start in the game. We have summarized them clearly for you: All events in June 2021 in Pokémon GO.
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The upcoming Season 15 could put the Guardians’ nerves to a real test in Destiny 2 . If Bungie doesn’t come up with an alternative solution, the new season could last up to 8 months.
Here’s what we can expect in Destiny 2 until the next expansion: Currently, Season 14 of Destiny 2 is in full swing. It runs until August 24, after which Season 15 will likely be the 4th and final season in Year 4 of Destiny 2 before Year 5 begins with the next major expansion “Witch Queen.” This is at least the current, official status and sounds like a well-thought-out plan.
However, this is making some Guardians uneasy, as some players are already looking ahead to the next season with concern. Why?
Tedious waiting, bonus season or something completely different?
What’s going on with the content drought? Bungie announced back in early 2021 that they would have to delay the next major expansion of Destiny 2 due to the impacts of the Corona pandemic – to “early in 2022.” Witch Queen was originally supposed to launch in the fall of 2021.
Even then, many fans and players were speculating about how Bungie would handle the seasons. Destiny 2 relies on a seasonal model that introduces new content into the game regularly four times a year and has increasingly been driving the story of the game forward. Many assumed that Destiny 2 would simply extend each of the following seasons in Year 4, but this hasn’t happened even in the ongoing 3 of 4 seasons so far.
In Witch Queen we will deal with the Witch Queen Savathûn – But what can we expect until then?
The current Season 14 is set to end on August 24. That means: In principle, there will be only the upcoming Season 15 left, which can be stretched until the Witch Queen expansion to bridge the gap created by the delay. As of now, there are still supposed to be 4 seasons after the last expansion Beyond Light. And exactly here, some fear a bigger content drought.
How long could Season 15 be? “Early in 2022” is a very elastic term. It could mean anything from January 1 to April 2022. Bungie has unfortunately not yet been more specific about the release of Witch Queen.
However, even if it turns out to be January (which is not really likely, or else they would have expressed themselves more precisely) – Season 15 would thus be at least 5 months long, 2 months longer than a regular season. And in the worst-case scenario, we may have to wait until April 2022 if we consider what the video game industry nowadays refers to as “early” in a year. That would then stretch Season 15 to a total of 8 months.
In a nutshell: Unless Bungie comes up with an alternative solution in the short term, Season 15 will likely be 5 – 8 months long.
This is Bungie’s plan until 2022 – But what about Season 15?
The problem with this: A season usually lasts 3 months. In 2020, Season 11 had to be extended and lasted for 5 months.
In practice, the seasonal model looks like this: many players have nothing left to do by the last month of a regular season, some even earlier, and are craving fresh content. Also, the roadmap is usually already exhausted and offers no real highlights anymore. The 5-month long Season 11 was already quite a torment for many players, even though Bungie had brought some content from the next season forward.
If you then add up to 3 more months for this annoying period for many, the problem becomes quite obvious – especially since Bungie certainly didn’t delay Witch Queen because they have so much time and resources left for new content that they could offer during the transition period.
Could there possibly be another season in Year 4 as a surprise?
Are there solutions? Not officially yet, the studio is still silent. Unfortunately, there were no news on the matter at the gaming fair E3 2021 either.
However, there are basically two possible solutions:
Bungie simply extends Season 15 – by whatever amount – and ideally brings in a few new contents that can be put together at short notice. Maybe something will return from the Content Vault.
There is a new season with fresh content or some sort of bonus season with selected old content or rewards that Guardians can earn if they missed them in the past. The Destiny Content Vault offers some possibilities there.
A completely new, additional 5th season for Year 4 is, however, as mentioned, not very likely. On the one hand, time and resources at Bungie seem to be scarce; otherwise, they wouldn’t have delayed Witch Queen. On the other hand, seasons tell their own story, leading up to the major expansion, bringing new Exotics and seasonal items like armor, weapons, or an artifact. All of this is likely not possible to be created “on the fly” at Bungie.
This, along with the studio’s current silence, rather suggests that Season 15 will be extended. And that could indeed become a torment for many and put some players’ nerves to a real test. It will definitely be interesting to see what Bungie will announce – hopefully as soon as possible.
What do you think, how could Bungie solve this problem? Just extend the season? Insert a kind of bonus season? Something completely different? What solution would you personally prefer or suggest? Let us and other readers of MeinMMO know in the comments.
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Finally, the MMORPG Lost Ark has received a release window for Europe. Do you already know which class you want to play first at the release? Vote in our survey.
During the Summer Games Fest, Amazon Games announced that Lost Ark will also be released in Europe in Fall 2021. There was also immediate information about which version of the MMORPG we will receive. After all, the game was launched in Korea several years ago and has received many content updates.
These classes are coming to Europe: European players will not start with the same class setup as fans in Korea or Russia. We will get our own mix, consisting of old launch classes and new classes that were released last year or even this year.
The classes in Lost Ark are divided into Base and Advanced. If you complete the prologue with a Base class and reach level 10, you can upgrade it to one of the available Advanced classes. So, for example, if you chose the Mage as your Base class, you will have the choice between Summoner and Bard.
The 14 classes in the EU version are:
Gunlancer (Base class Warrior) – A “tank-like” class that fights with a spear and a shield and can buff the group.
Berserker (Base class Warrior) – A warrior who fights with a great sword. In his berserker form, he can deal a lot of damage.
Paladin (Base class Warrior) – Paladins use a sword and a book in combat to cast holy magic on their opponents and protect the group.
Summoner (Base class Mage) – The mage class summons nature spirits and creatures to support them in battle and uses elemental magic.
Bard (Base class Mage) – The bard attacks her enemies with the power of her music and can buff allies and even heal them.
Deathblade (Base class Assassin) – A fast melee class that can use either daggers or a longsword in combat.
Shadowhunter (Base class Assassin) – This assassin class not only fights with normal physical weapons but also uses the power of chaos that lives within them.
Deadeye and Gunslinger (Base class Gunner) – Both classes are essentially identical but have different genders. They can switch between pistols, shotguns, and a sniper rifle in combat to utilize different skill sets.
Sharpshooter (Base class Gunner) – The classic archer can set traps in battle and also commands his hunting falcon, which deals significant damage.
Artillerist (Base class Gunner) – The class with the really big cannons. The artillerist can use bazookas and flamethrowers in combat.
Soulfist (Base class Martial) – Similar to Dragon Ball, with Soulfist you can use regular physical attacks with hands and feet as well as shoot energy beams and balls.
Wardancer (Base class Martial) – A fast and acrobatic monk class with very high attack speed.
Scrapper (Base class Martial) – Scrapper specializes in melee combat and switches between two skill sets that require the resources Ki and Shock during battle.
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In the video by YouTuber Sywo, you can watch the gameplay of all classes.
The classes are “genderlocked”, meaning there is only one gender per class. Thus, all mage classes are female and all warriors are male. However, the developer Smilegate has started to loosen this restriction. They are releasing new classes that feel almost identical to the existing ones but have a different gender. Examples of such classes are Deadeye (male) and Gunslinger (female).
For more information and gameplay videos about the classes in Lost Ark, you can find them in our overview article. Not all classes that have already been released will be playable in the EU version. The missing ones are expected to be added in upcoming patches.
Here’s how you can vote: You can cast your vote in the survey tool below. Keep in mind that you only have one vote and can’t undo it.
So tell us: Which class from Lost Ark has caught your eye? Were you able to participate in the closed alpha and try out the classes? Let us know in the comments which class you will start with in Lost Ark this fall.
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Last year, Pokémon Unite was introduced, and now the MOBA has a release window. Soon, players will be able to try the game on Nintendo Switch as well as on iOS and Android.
When will Pokémon Unite be released? The new MOBA Pokémon Unite has two different release dates.
Pokémon Unite is set to be released for Nintendo Switch in July 2021.
In September 2021, it will also launch on iOS and Android in a mobile version.
A crossplay feature is planned, allowing trainers to play together and against each other on all supported devices. Additionally, players will be able to access their save data on any device, enabling seamless platform switching if desired.
Pokémon Unite was first presented in summer 2020, and now another trailer for the game, including the release windows, has been released. You can find it here:
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This is what the new trailer for Pokémon Unite looks like (via Pokémon Unite)
This is Pokémon Unite
What is in the game? Pokémon Unite is a MOBA, resembling representatives of the genre like League of Legends in its structure. The new trailer also showcased the gameplay elements in more detail.
You will compete with two teams, each consisting of five Pokémon. In the “Unite Battles,” each player selects a monster that comes with its own abilities. It can be equipped with items and has the ability to learn various attacks.
During the match, your Pokémon can level up and evolve. By defeating opposing or wild Pokémon that roam the arena, you collect what is known as “Aeos energy.” This energy is required to score points for your team in “point zones.” Therefore, it’s crucial to have a clever offense while also preventing your opponents from reaching your point zone. In the end, the team with the most points wins.
These are just a few of the monsters included in Pokémon Unite
The Pokémon in the game are divided into different roles that you must use skillfully. There are “Attackers,” “Speedsters,” “All-Rounders,” “Defenders,” and “Supporters.” The monsters in the game include:
Pikachu
Charizard
Snorlax
Castform
Greninja
Cottonee
Fletchling
Lucario
Venusaur
Hypno
Walrein
Absol
Machamp
Whimsicott
Alolan Ninetales
Urshifu
Gengar
Garchomp
Cinderace
A colorful selection that will also be enhanced by the pre-evolutions of the respective monsters. Additionally, legendary Pokémon are expected to play a role in the arena, capable of influencing the outcome of a battle, although there are currently no further details available.
The rewards in the game mostly include new cosmetics for your Pokémon, which were already shown in the trailer. There will also be an in-game shop.
The Trust Taxon QHD is a mid-range webcam that you can buy for just €70 on Amazon. We took a closer look at the webcam and put it through a practical test. The auto-focus and the simple yet effective privacy filter stand out especially. The camera impresses us as a solid upgrade for cheap webcams that some people hastily purchased during the pandemic.
Why did I get the camera? Although I have been online for over 20 years and have been making money from it for several years, I was a “voice chat” refuser for the first 10 years and only communicated through writing with others in my MMORPGs. I even boycotted webcams for 20 years.
However, with Corona, the time came when a webcam became absolutely necessary as more and more video conferences sprinkled into my daily life. The problem: The market for webcams was completely wiped out in May 2020 and I got one of the few webcams that even appeared on Amazon: A cheap thing that quickly hit its limits. Back then, I paid €55 for this mediocre camera from a no-name manufacturer; today it would be available for €25.
An “PostIdent” procedure was not possible with my old webcam, the image of the ID card simply did not come into focus, and the lady on the other end quickly capitulated. Thanks to the auto-focus of the Trust Taxon QHD, I can now identify myself online by holding up my ID card. The camera captures documents like the ID card in razor-sharp quality once the auto-focus has locked in the image.
The Trust Taxon is a solid webcam in the mid-price segment.
What I used the webcam for: I used the webcam solely for video conferences. It was absolutely trouble-free and easy to use.
The Trust Taxon works on a “plug & play” principle: There is no additional software to install.
The video mode of the camera should also suffice for “good enough for home use” videos on Twitch or YouTube if 30 FPS is enough for you. However, you must pay attention to choosing the right color and light combination in the room, as the auto-focus can make you appear too dark or too bright. Ambitious streamers might want to look for a dedicated streamer cam.
How the installation of the Taxon went: The installation is straightforward. The camera can be plugged into the computer or laptop. If you want a more professional look, you can also mount the camera on a tripod, but that has to be purchased separately.
The camera connects with a 2-meter-long USB 2.0 cable directly to the computer and weighs about 127 grams. The dimensions are 50mm in height, 90mm in width, and 65mm in depth.
There is also a built-in microphone, but “speaking through the webcam” is considered a medium-level offense.
What’s up with the paranoia? A little gag of the webcam: There is a sliding switch on the webcam that simply closes the lens. This way, you can be sure that no image is being transmitted, as the camera simply sees nothing.
This is particularly interesting for people who are afraid of being spied on through some programs that turn off the LED light on the webcam to signal “You’re not sending”, but still show everything. Even if you need to do something quickly that others shouldn’t see, the mechanical slide works to go “dark”.
A mechanical sliding switch provides security with one hand movement.
An upgrade for security-conscious home office workers
This is my conclusion: The Trust Taxon QHD webcam is a solid mid-range webcam for people who want or need to attend video conferences and are looking for a camera that showcases them well, but do not want to spend much time on settings or assembly.
The webcam works well “out of the box” and should comfortably meet the needs of most users.
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The camera can be plugged in and it works. The image is sharp, though sometimes a little shaky.
Especially the privacy filter is a clever solution for anyone who wants to ensure that only the person who should see them actually does so.
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The E3 trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart Of Chernobyl was received quite well. However, the release is still some time away. MeinMMO presents an MMORPG that has good reviews on Steam and strongly resembles the post-apocalyptic shooter: This is Will To Live Online.
What are the similarities to Stalker? Like Stalker, Will To Live Online has a post-apocalyptic setting and an open world where you roam through forests and deserted ruins. Here too, the main focus is on the struggle for survival.
You will face numerous threats such as monsters, fight against hunger and thirst, and explore the game world at the same time. Like in Stalker, you pursue a proper main storyline. If you still don’t know Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl, you should check out the E3 trailer that strongly resembles the Metro series.
The graphic style of “Will To Live” also strongly resembles games like Stalker or Metro, even if the quality cannot compete with that of Stalker 2 or Metro Exodus. Will To Live comes from indie developer AlphaSoft LLC and has been in Early Access on Steam since 2018.
Here you can find a trailer for the game:
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These are the differences to Stalker: Will To Live is an MMORPG and accordingly has some typical MMO features. For example, you will encounter other players and will have to fight them for resources.
There are also factions you can join. In addition, you choose one of 4 classes at the beginning of the game:
Mercenary
Miner
Hunter
Engineer
In contrast to Stalker 2, which will be released as a full-price title, the MMORPG is a Free2Play title, so it can be played for free. However, this was not always the case. Will To Survive switched to a F2P model only in 2019. But what is Will To Live Online really worth? We took a look at the Steam reviews for you.
Reviews of Will To Live on Steam are mostly positive
This is how the game is rated on Steam: Since its Early Access release in 2018, Will To Live has received 9,165 ratings. Of these, 6,732 are around 73% positive, while 2,437 are negative.
Overall, the MMORPG shooter is positively received by players. Nevertheless, there is also criticism. While some positively note that you do not reach the endgame very quickly, others find the game too grind-heavy.
It really depends on your expectations and demands. Here we have collected some voices for you:
“Considering that I’ve been playing this game for 343 hours and I’m at level 30 (the maximum level is 45) and I still enjoy playing it… I will give this game a solid 8/10.” – Kausemus (via steampowered.com)
“I’ve seen some negative comments, this is bad and that is bad and the game is bad, etc. But as a S.T.A.L.K.E.R. fan, it was my duty to try out all similar games. […] The game is great, I was addicted after 30 minutes and that rarely happens to me, the graphics are good, the mechanics are good, everything is good and it seems ‘for now’ polished! Except for the UI, that could be better. But hey, the game is Early Access, and it doesn’t even feel like it’s Early Access […]. Can’t wait to see the final version!” – Lycanaes (via steampowered.com)
“I used to like the game. Now it is filled with cheaters and the community has become very toxic. It is an open world with PvP, I understand that. But in the past, people were happy to meet someone out there and would try to talk things out before opening fire. No more – you get sniped by cheaters with starter pistols.” – [CA]deusex2 (via steampowered.com)
“This game was really fun for a while. It has a very unique style, even though it’s a clone of Stalker. I’ve never really played a survival game like this and it has a lot of potential, but unfortunately, that is overshadowed by its bugs.” – Cruility (via steampowered.com)
Therefore, we have identified some pros and cons for you that are frequently mentioned:
Pro
Exploring the game world
The scope
Easy entry
Oppressive atmosphere
Free
Contra
Some bugs
Lots of grind
Monotonous quests
New update brings another map to explore
What has been happening in Will To Live recently? Just recently, there was a new patch that brought a number of new content to the MMOPRG.
This includes a new location called “Testing Ground” and new items for the crafting system. There are also healing grenades for all classes now and an improved clan system. Players who are already in the endgame can look forward to an increased level cap – the maximum level is now 50.
Who is Will to Live worth it for? Anyone who enjoys post-apocalyptic scenarios, wants to experience fast shooter clashes, but also loves MMORPG features, should check out the game.
Have you already tried Will To Live Online? What do you think of the survival MMORPG? Share your impressions with us.
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The MMORPG RuneScape celebrated its release on iOS and Android on June 17, 2021. What does the mobile version of the classic offer?
This is RuneScape: RuneScape is a true cornerstone of MMORPGs and was originally released in 2021 for PC. It has since been revised multiple times, but still features a vast fantasy world called Gielinor that you navigate through. There, you explore dungeons together and upgrade your equipment. A strong emphasis is placed on interaction with other players.
Now the new mobile version of the complete MMORPG RuneScape follows. It was released for iOS and Android on June 17.
RuneScape Mobile – What’s inside and who is it for?
This is what the mobile version offers: The new version of RuneScape is a complete variant of the original game that you can play on your smartphone. All content available in the PC version should also be present on iOS and Android. The entire game world is included, you can master all the skills of the original and challenge bosses.
In RuneScape, you can explore the open world and improve yourself in a progression system without fixed classes. For example, you have the opportunity to embark on adventures where you stop cultists or visit a monastery.
Or you can take on the fight with a troll horde that has occupied a mine. Alternatively, you can dive into the crafting and trading of items.
What it all looks like is shown in a mobile trailer:
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This is what RuneScape should look like on the smartphone
Is there crossplay? Yes, crossplay is supported. This means: If you play on your phone, you can also encounter PC players. Furthermore, it is possible to switch seamlessly between the PC and mobile versions – your progress will be carried over.
Who is the mobile version for? Those who are already familiar with RuneScape will also find their way around in the mobile version. If you are a veteran of the game and just want to check it out on the small screen or while on the go, this should not cause much trouble.
However, there has already been some criticism in the community, for example on reddit, that the menus on the smartphone might be a bit small (via reddit). Additionally, the login at launch was somewhat bumpy, with connection problems that the developers are working on.
Newcomers who want to try out an MMO can also engage with the mobile version of RuneScape. There is a newly designed tutorial for beginners, as developers Ryan Ward and Matt Casey explained in an interview with Techradar (via TechRadar).
This is called the “Davendale” tutorial and is said to be noticeably shorter than previous tutorial versions in RuneScape. This way, players can get into the game faster than in the PC version.
The character creation has also been adjusted to get players into the game as quickly as possible on mobile: “That has really been streamlined,” say the developers. So, if you’re looking for a quick peek into the game, you should find what you need here.
What does the future look like? In the interview with TechRadar, the developers hinted that the Nintendo Switch could be an interesting new target for RuneScape: “But the goal, or the message, is that I want Runescape everywhere,” Ward said.
Additionally, it is conceivable to release upcoming content in a season model to tell the story of RuneScape in more digestible pieces: “We’ve just started the initial story arc of the Urgoddesses in the game, and this constitutes a kind of seasonal narrative. It will carry on with episodic pieces of content that will be released over a longer period, and we want the game to fall into this rhythm.”
So, if you want to try out an MMORPG or test the classic RuneScape on the go, you could get a lot of content here – even in the future.
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The wait is over. The release of Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination for World of Warcraft is just a few days away.
Players of World of Warcraft Shadowlands have been waiting for many months for a release date of the first major content patch. It was announced over 3 months ago, but since then progress has been slow. Now the wait is finally over – and the release date has been revealed.
When will Patch 9.1 be released? Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination will be released on June 30, 2021, which is exactly two weeks from now. In America, due to time differences and various maintenance schedules, the new content will already be available starting from June 29.
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What’s included in Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination? A lot. The highlights of the upcoming update include:
The Sanctum of Domination – A new raid with a total of 10 fresh bosses, including Sylvanas as the final boss.
Tazavesh, the Veiled Market – A new mega-dungeon with a special hard mode.
Korthia, a new sub-zone in the Maw with new story and daily quests.
40 new glory levels for the covenants with many rewards.
Flying in the Shadowlands will be possible.
As usual, the raid will be released a while later, after players have had the opportunity to experience the new story and get acquainted with the new content.
We have compiled all known content in our comprehensive overview of Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination:
What else is in the patch? Aside from the major highlights, there are a variety of new features in Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination. Many small details will be improved that should appeal to various player groups. For example, the worst affixes and hardest bosses in the Mythic+ area will be adjusted and at the same time a rating system similar to Raider.io will be introduced.
Role players and transmog enthusiasts can look forward to a variety of stylish glasses, while collectors will surely enjoy the new mounts and pets.
Anyone looking to complete content in Patch 9.0.5 will need to put in some effort now.
Are you looking forward to Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination? Or do you have no interest in the update?
Since June 10, there have been Import/Export bonuses in GTA Online. You can still take advantage of these bonuses for another week to earn some extra dollars through vehicle theft. Moreover, Rockstar is causing speculation as there was no new “Weekly Update”. MeinMMO summarizes the news for you.
What do the Import/Export bonuses bring? It’s all about stealing vehicles. To do this, you need to complete vehicle delivery missions. Depending on how many vehicles you acquire, you’ll earn more money.
For acquiring 5 or more vehicles, you receive 250,000 GTA$.
For 10 or more, you even get 500,000 dollars.
How long will this bonus last? You have until June 24 to grab the Import/Export bonus. Your money will be transferred to your Maze Bank account no later than June 30.
Are there no bonuses this week? It seems that Rockstar has canceled the “Weekly Update” for this week. But why?
The car trade is worth it this week.
Where is the Weekly Update? Players hope for exciting news
What are the players speculating? The fact that the Import/Export bonus lasts for two weeks and that there are no new bonuses this week has led to speculation. Some believe there might be more to it. On Twitter, there are now four theories that have emerged from the speculation:
It has something to do with the NextGen consoles of GTA Online
But it could also just be nothing or something completely different behind it.
What is the NextGen version of GTA Online? This is the “Expanded and Enhanced” version. This is supposed to bring a significant upgrade for the PS5 and Xbox Series versions of GTA Online. However, Rockstar has remained tight-lipped so far, and there are no images available yet.
When is the release? The “Expanded and Enhanced” versions of GTA 5 and GTA Online will be released on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 11, 2021.
When can we expect the update? So far, no exact date is known. However, it is quite possible that there will be news in the near future.
In a survey conducted by the fan account RedDeadNet (via Twitter) with 483 users participating, around 37.5% do not believe that new information about any DLCs will be released.
What do you think? Could there soon be news about either of the two games? What would you wish for? Discuss with us in the comments.
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Razer unveiled its new Razer Blade 14 at E3. With this, Razer aims to offer not only the “thinnest” but also the “most powerful 14-inch notebook in the world.” MeinMMO has taken a look at how the notebook is rated.
With the Razer Blade 14, Razer claims to have introduced the “thinnest” and the “most powerful 14-inch notebook in the world.” The most expensive version contains a Ryzen 5900 HX and a mobile version of the GeForce RTX 3080.
Prices start at $1799 (€1999) and go up to nearly $3000. The cheapest configuration comes with an RTX 3060.
By now, the first people have been able to test the new Razer Blade 14 with AMD processor. And the initial experiences are quite positive. However, there is also criticism of the new device, especially regarding a possible upgrade of the RAM.
MeinMMO has reviewed the first impressions and experiences of users regarding the new Razer Blade 14 and summarizes them for you in this article.
Various views of the Razer Blade 14.
IGN: Powerful 14-inch laptop, but noisy under load
Nico Rego from “IGN Middleeast” has already been able to test the new Razer Blade 14 (via me.ign.com). In his review, Rego praises especially the good and sleek design of the laptop.
There is also praise for the good display. Colors look nice, and games, movies, and videos look crisp. The keyboard is also a good companion for everyday use.
In idle mode, the device is quiet and calm, but under load, the fans ramp up and can become uncomfortably loud. The battery life is around 9 hours, which is acceptable.
Criticism mainly arises for the lack of an Ethernet port. While the tester explains he had no issues gaming online, he still recommends an Ethernet dongle for the best gaming performance. Nico Rego is not very impressed with the built-in camera. The image is very grainy and hardly usable without additional lighting.
Reddit is buzzing with discussions about the new Razer Blade 14
Reddit users are also discussing the new gaming laptop (via reddit.com). The tester from IGN had offered to answer user questions on Reddit. Here, some users, who have also purchased the device, are chiming in.
However, on Reddit, you should note that these are not professional testers and you should take their statements with caution.
What about the battery life? Many are pleasantly surprised by the battery life of around 9 hours. Some had expected significantly worse battery lives for a gaming notebook. 9 hours of battery life for web surfing, YouTube, emails, and writing is a reasonable duration.
What about the RAM? Some on Reddit are disappointed with the limited RAM. Both the Razer Blade Stealth and the Razer Book also utilize a 16-GB configuration.
What about the display? There are also several questions about the display. The tester responds that he is mostly satisfied with the display:
The screen is pretty decent; you won’t get Macbook brightness or clarity, but overall, it’s not a bad panel if you want to work or play. The matte finish can be a bit frustrating when a bright light source shines at an angle, but otherwise, it works well. Unfortunately, I have no way to measure nits, otherwise, I would have.
How loud and hot is the gaming laptop? In idle mode (writing, browsing), the device’s fans are barely noticeable and not disturbing. However, during gaming, the temperatures rise significantly:
Maximum temperatures while gaming were CPU at 88C, GPU at 76C. I checked both in the BIOS and in the Radeon settings and couldn’t find a way to allow only the dedicated GPU [DGPU].
In another Reddit post, there is criticism regarding the temperature (via reddit.com). Under load, the device gets very hot and loud. However, the high temperature can be reduced by turning off the CPU turbo boost or undervolting the processor.
I know some won’t like the idea of turning off the CPU turbo boost, but without the ability to undervolt the processor, it will be difficult to keep [the laptop] cool.
YouTuber “Dave2D” (via YouTube.com) has also had the chance to try out the laptop. He describes the device as a well-equipped package that offers a lot of power in a slim case.
Dave2D criticizes mainly the decision to solder the RAM. While it saves space, this is a poor decision for users who want to upgrade later. There is also criticism that Razer does not offer a 32-GB configuration out of the box.
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YouTuber “Matthew Moniz” compared the new device with the ASUS G14 (via YouTube.com). In his preview, the YouTuber praises the good display, which offers nice colors and decent brightness.
However, Moniz only has a prototype, so he cannot perform performance tests. The ASUS G14 offers similar performance but is slightly lighter (1.63 kg vs 1.72 kg). While Moniz only has a prototype, he explains in his video that you should watch his review of the G14: “If you watch my review of the G14, you can imagine the performance.”
The hard drive and the Wi-Fi card can be replaced in the device, but he is not satisfied with the soldered RAM.
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The biggest criticism of the Razer Blade 14 remains the RAM
This is the testers’ opinion: Overall, all testers are quite impressed with the new Razer Blade 14. You get plenty of power in a slim device. The device is compact and easy to take with you.
The device offers a vibrant and bright display and impressive gaming performance. The price is quite reasonable for the hardware if you are willing to pay over 2000 euros for a gaming laptop.
However, there is also criticism: Some YouTubers like Dave2D complain that you cannot expand the 16 GB of RAM and that Razer does not offer a configuration with 32 GB. The poor webcam, which is unsuitable for streaming, and the missing Ethernet port are also criticized.
Weeks before the upcoming Pokémon GO Fest on July 17 and 18, 2021, the first images of the costumed Pokémon have now been released. We have summarized what the costumes look like and what the community thinks about it.
But other Pokémon such as Galar-Ponita, Galar-Zigzachs, Gardevoir, and Libelldra are also expected to be found in costume on that day. As reported by the Dutch online magazine NWTV on their site, there were first sightings of the new costumes in an advertisement for the Go Fest 2021 (via nwtv.nl). Now the first images of the costumed Pokémon are being shared on Reddit.
Here’s what the costumes for the GO Fest 2021 look like
In the images that are being shared on Reddit, there are costumed Galar-Ponita, Galar-Zigzachs, Gardevoir, and Libelldra visible. At first glance, all the Pokémon appear completely normal, and the costumes are hardly noticeable.
New costumes for the GO Fest 2021 (Image source: nwtv.nl)
However, upon closer examination, it becomes apparent that all four Pokémon are wearing the same cream-colored hats. No other costume adornments are visible in these images. Compared to costumes that Niantic has released in the past, these seem rather dull and boring.
What the community says about the costumes for the Pokémon Go Fest 2021
The community has clear words regarding the costumes. For instance, Reddit user denleeve states that he finds it simply embarrassing and cannot understand how a profitable company like Niantic cannot afford decent 3D designers (via reddit.com).
Other users express their disappointment on Reddit. Huskerfan4life520 writes that he had no expectations but was still disappointed. Trainer WolfGuy77, on the other hand, shares on Reddit: “No. I didn’t get a shiny Galar-Zigzachs last time. I don’t want one with a silly hat that can’t evolve” (via reddit.com).
There have been past instances where costumed Pokémon could not evolve in the game. For example, the costumed Pikachu from the Halloween event 2020 could not evolve into a Raichu. However, this does not apply universally to all costumed Pokémon. If costumed evolutions are also available in the game, evolution is possible too.
Whether you can evolve the costumed Pokémon at the Pokémon GO Fest 2021 is not officially known yet. As soon as there is confirmed information about this, we will inform you here at MeinMMO.
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On Amazon, there are fake reviews that promise interested buyers a good product. Amazon has now deleted over 200 million of these false reviews, and there is no end in sight.
Reviews and ratings hold a high value for buyers. Because people report their experiences with the purchased product.
Buyers tell what they like or why they bought a product.
But they also report if there are problems or descriptions do not match the product.
Reviews therefore have an important significance in the Amazon cosmos. Because customer reviews seem more trustworthy than, for example, product descriptions from manufacturers who want to present their device positively or product images that might be altered.
Here lies the problem: Even fraudsters know that reviews have a high value and exploit this trustworthiness. They pay people to give their product a positive rating, even if the product has flaws and issues.
As early as May 2021, there was a major leak showing that more than 200,000 people were engaging in “unethical practices” on Amazon and deliberately deceiving customers (via safetydetectives.com).
Amazon sellers lure people with the offer of free products in exchange for a review. Some customers probably do not think about the far-reaching effects that fake reviews can have or that they might be violating Amazon’s terms of service.
Meanwhile, the fraudsters have also started publishing their fake reviews outside of Amazon. Especially social networks are popular here to advertise products. Amazon has now released a comprehensive statement on this.
Amazon deleted more than 200 million fake reviews in 2020
This is what happened: Amazon has now released a statement saying: We deleted 200 million fake reviews last year (via about.amazon.com). Many of these fake reviews are said to have never been seen by Amazon customers, but were detected by the system beforehand.
According to the statement, they have more than 300 million active users who shop on Amazon daily. 200 million fake reviews seem to be a significant blow against fraudsters targeting customer money.
Additionally, they want to combat further fake reviews:
On one hand, they want to take further measures to stop fake reviews.
Furthermore, they want to prevent the fraudsters from benefiting from such reviews at the expense of customers. For this purpose, they shut down the accounts of the fraudsters.
What about social networks? Amazon stated that they are tackling this with “a range of techniques, including advanced machine learning”, but it is much more difficult to combat such fake reviews outside of their own system.
How exactly this works was not detailed. However, the company made it clear that it cannot do it without other companies. After all, these providers are also responsible for allowing fraudsters to roam on their sites:
We need social media companies whose services are used to facilitate fake reviews to proactively invest in fraud and fake review controls, work with us to stop these bad actors, and help consumers shop with confidence.
And this “cooperation” seems to be quite successful, according to the figures Amazon itself mentions:
According to Amazon, in the first three months of 2020, they reported over 300 groups. Social media companies took an average of 45 days to respond.
In the first three months of 2021, they reported over 1000 groups. Other companies took an average of 5 days to suspend these groups.
If Amazon develops an effective method to sensibly reduce the misuse of user reviews in the long term, it could also prove beneficial for other platforms and shops.
Not only Amazon has a problem with such reviews; other providers are also affected.
Other providers are also affected by such false reviews
What is review bombing? Such “review bombing” is now flagged by Steam for games and is no longer counted in the overall rating. This refers to reviews written en masse for a specific reason that have little to do with the actual game.
The new Season 4 of Call of Duty is online and starts with a small live event for the Battle Royale Warzone and Black Ops Cold War. MeinMMO shows you the solution with the rewards for the event.
What kind of event is this? With the “Crash” or “Ground Fall” event, the ongoing background story of Black Ops Cold War and Call of Duty: Warzone is supposed to come more into focus for the players. The nasty new operator “Jackal” causes the crash of two American satellites. One of them crashes over Verdansk.
This creates 4 new locations on the map, but also the basis for the crash event in Warzone. In Cold War, there are also tasks related to the new content in the game. Overall, you can secure 7 cosmetic rewards if you complete all tasks. The event is already active, and MeinMMO shows you how to complete the tasks. You can complete the event tasks until next Thursday, June 24, at 7:00 PM.
Crash Event in Warzone – Solution to the 3 Tasks
The 3 tasks are all related to the satellite crash in Warzone, and you should use the new mechanics that are now in the game. Therefore, it is not immediately clear what you are actually supposed to do. What is certain is that you must solve all tasks in regular “Battle Royale” matches – Plunder does not work.
You need to find and capture Uplink stations. The stations can be found all over Verdansk, but there is no guaranteed spawn point. According to initial reports, however, the spawn points are fixed. One station near the small roundabout settlement in the south near Hills appears always at the same point – but not in every match.
Look around carefully in your matches and pay attention to the stations. Capturing takes about 15 seconds. We will embed a map with possible locations of the Uplink stations here:
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Task 2: Secure Firewall – Eliminate 10 enemies near an active Uplink Station or a recently crashed satellite.
Once you have activated the Uplink Station, a round reception antenna unfolds, and the station is activated. When the station is in this state, you must eliminate enemies nearby. This also applies to crashed satellites that fall from the sky after capturing the Uplink stations. More about that in the next task paragraph.
Task 3: Secure the Crash Site – Collect 3 rewards from crashed satellites
When you secure a Uplink Station, you initiate a satellite crash over Verdansk. Listen carefully and look at the sky to find out where the satellite is falling from the sky – or rather where it is falling. Then run to the damaged piece of technology and interact with the crashed satellite. This gives loot and advances you in the task. Players report that the satellites often drop “H.A.R.M.” killstreaks. These are particularly strong reconnaissance drones that reveal many enemies on the map for you.
After capturing a Uplink Station, a satellite comes down. Source: YouTube
The hardest to solve is task number 2. Eliminating 10 enemies near such stations can be quite difficult and time-consuming.
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The other 3 tasks must be completed in the Multiplayer mode of Cold War. Here, too, everything revolves around the introduction of the innovations in the game. You need to collect kills on the new maps or use the new scorestreak “Hand Cannon”.
Task 1: Global Network – Achieve 250 eliminations in matches on the maps Collateral, Collateral Strike, Hijacked, or Amsterdam.
You need to simply collect kills on the new maps. At the start of the season, the mode “Hijacked 24/7” is online – this should go the fastest. Grab the new scorestreak “Hand Cannon” to also work on Task 3 from Cold War.
Task 2: Uplink Online – Earn 1,000 points from captured Uplink Stations in the “Sat-Link” mode
Sat-Link is a new fireteam mode where you take over satellites as a 4-member team and earn points. Each captured satellite gives points, and there are items that increase point output. The maximum for a round is 500 points from the satellites. So you need at least 2 rounds to complete the task.
Task 3: Big Caliber – Achieve 15 kills with the Hand Cannon scorestreak
Grab the new scorestreak and go hunting. The Hand Cannon is a nasty pistol that can take out enemies with a single shot in regular multiplayer matches. It doesn’t matter whether the bullet hits the head or the little toe. Furthermore, the weapon is strong against deployed scorestreaks on the ground – like the turret. The Hand Cannon costs 2,800 points, offers 8 shots, and has a cooldown of 90 seconds.
Crash Rewards: 6 Thematic Cosmetics and a Crazy Hand Cannon
Overall, you can obtain 7 free cosmetics by completing all tasks. Each task gives a reward, and when you complete the 3 rewards of a game, there is a colorful blueprint for the Magnum on top. Therefore, you don’t need to play both games to get the blueprint.
Warzone Rewards
Task 1: Secure Uplinks – Talisman
Task 2: Land Kills – Calling Card
Task 3: Loot Satellites – Emblem
Cold War Rewards
Task 1: Land Kills – Emblem
Task 2: Play Sat-Link – Arcade Game
Task 3: Rock the Hand Cannon – Calling Card
The first 3 rewards are for Cold War, the 3 on the right for Warzone.
Call of Duty launches Season 4 again with a small live event that is related to the story. However, the crash event only runs for about 7 days, and you should tackle the tasks quickly if you like the rewards.
If you have any tips on how to complete the tasks in the game faster, please feel free to share your knowledge with us and other readers in the comments here on MeinMMO.
Lost Light is an upcoming Mobile shooter for smartphones and tablets. The game offers a lot of depth, hard-hitting action, and harsh consequences for defeats. If this reminds you of the hardcore shooter Escape from Tarkov, then you’re in the right place. We at MeinMMO spoke with the developers about the specifics of the game.
What is Lost Light? Lost Light is an upcoming shooter for Android and iOS devices. The publisher is the Chinese publishing giant NetEase. In Lost Light, you fight as part of the “Firefly Squad” in a secured area that is filled with dangers.
But there is also valuable loot to be found there, and therefore you fight both for survival and against other players and AI bots for the best loot. Once you have collected enough, you must escape with the loot because if you lose, you lose everything! This resembles the gameplay of Escape from Tarkov.
According to the developers, you can also recruit defeated opponents into your team, thereby increasing your chances of getting good loot. We asked the developers in an interview how all of this is supposed to work and what features Lost Light will still have.
We then spoke with Haowen Huang, Lead Producer of Lost Light.
The Gameplay in Lost Light
MeinMMO: Is the game more competitive or cooperative?
Haowen Huang: I don’t think these two words could concretely describe what Lost Light is. Since it is based on a war setting, there is naturally competitive gameplay as players will fight against others and the environment to survive.
To survive, they must also cooperate and work with others. That’s why we’ve built in some cooperative settings. For example, two players can team up in combat. If one player defeats an opponent in battle, they can choose to spare the opponent and form a temporary team to survive together until the final extraction.
The game is full of such decisions. Different choices made by the player lead to different outcomes and player experiences.
You can also turn opponents into allies.
MeinMMO: Do these temporary allies still have to kill each other in the end, or can both win?
Haowen Huang: Yes. As I mentioned before, you can temporarily form a team with a competitor by performing a revival or accepting one.
Both you and the former competitor can “win” if you survive together. That’s the core difference from other battle royale games. Instead of eliminating all your competitors to be the last man standing, the goal of this game is to get the best loot and keep it until the end.
MeinMMO: Are there PvE elements? Like AI opponents or bots?
Haowen Huang: Yes, there are. Some of the opponents of the Firefly Squad will be bots. We will be adding more PvE elements in the future, stay tuned.
MeinMMO: What weapons can we expect in the game and how will modifications and upgrades work?
Haowen Huang: There are already several weapon types, such as assault rifles, shotguns, SMGs, and sniper rifles. These weapons are just part of our large arsenal.
Except for the standard pistol, the game allows players to modify their firearms. There are 12 modification parts that players can choose from, like barrels, grips, scopes, and stocks. There are also several different parts for each modification slot. Players can utilize hundreds of different weapon mods. This level of weapon modification is still relatively rare in mobile games.
We also have a “Blueprint System” for those who are not familiar with the modification options. Players can select the recommended modification plans from the developers based on the combat environment and weapon preferences and quickly equip them.
Weapons can be upgraded in various ways.
MeinMMO: How long does a round in Lost Light typically last?
Haowen Huang: The gameplay duration varies between 10 and 20 minutes. A match ends when the player successfully extracts or is killed. If a player chooses to avoid combat and focuses on finding loot on the map, it is possible to finish a match in five minutes on a smaller map like the BAF factory. If players want more, the game could of course take longer, as it involves more conflicts and complex battles with NPCs and competitors.
MeinMMO: How does it work with survival elements, like hunger and injuries? Are they just buffs or can you die from hunger or untreated wounds?
Haowen Huang: For example, if you jump from a hill, you will break your leg, and the status “Broken Leg” will be displayed, reducing your walking speed. You can only return to a healthy state with the right medicine. As in real life, anyone suffering from too much hunger or losing too much blood will die.
If you die, you lose almost everything.
MeinMMO: Do you only lose the equipment found in the round when you die, or is everything you had from the beginning lost?
Haowen Huang: The latter. However, each player can carry a “Secure Case” (in various sizes) with them; supplies in the case do not get lost when you die. So if you have a high-value item, it’s advisable to place it in the Secure Case.
MeinMMO: Is the hideout just a menu for inventory and shop, or an interactive base with housing?
Haowen Huang: It is a scene where you can walk around or interact. In the future, we will expand it with more customizable and collectible features.
MeinMMO: What types of players are your target audience?
Haowen Huang: All players interested in shooters are welcome, especially those who prefer strategy, survival, and progression gameplay. Lost Light aims to immerse players in a “realistic war experience.”
MeinMMO: What kinds of microtransactions will there be?
Haowen Huang: We have considered a paid outfit system, battle passes, etc. However, they are still in the planning stage. Stay tuned!
End of interview.
The release of Lost Light is still pending. Meanwhile, if you are interested in other competitive mobile games, take a look at our list of the best free PvP games for iOS and Android.
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At the E3 2021, numerous games were once again presented, and new scenes from already announced games were shown. Among others, there was material for games like Halo Infinite and Battlefield 2042. MeinMMO shows you the 10 most popular trailersin the ranking.
Which trailers are we talking about exactly? The trailers were shown at various conferences, such as the Xbox Showcase, Ubisoft Forward, or the Nintendo Direct. Among them are many highly anticipated games, such as the sequel to Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Elden Ring, or the new Avatar game from the Division developers.
How did we choose? We selected the 10 gameplay trailers on YouTube that were released during E3 2021 and have gathered the most views. The numbers are as of June 17th at 12:25.
Rank 10 – Evil Dead: The Game (1,111,088 Views)
Genre: Third-Person Multiplayer, Survival Horror | Developer: Saber Interactive | Publisher: Saber Interactive, Boss Team Games | Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch | Release: 2021
What kind of game is this? This is a PvP and co-op shooter based on the horror classic Evil Dead. You take on the role of Ash Williams and other survivors and must extinguish the life lights of the undead and demons. Or you are the Kandarian Demon yourself and hunt other players.
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Why is the trailer interesting: On the one hand, the original actor of Ash Williams, Bruce Campbell, takes on the role of the narrator and personally presents the game. On the other hand, the trailer does not skimp on brutality, blood, and splatter. The combination makes you look forward to the game and is well received by fans of the movies and the series.
The game was presented at the Summer Game Fest. Although the festival is not an official part of E3, it took place during the same period and therefore counts in perception and our ranking.
Rank 9 – Halo Infinite (1,246,048 Views)
Genre: Shooter | Developer: 343 Industries | Publisher: Xbox Game Studios | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, xCloud | Release Window: Fall 2021
What is Halo Infinite? This is the latest installment in the legendary Halo series. Announced at E3 2018, Halo Infinite was postponed in 2020. The shooter was originally supposed to be released at the end of last year.
At E3 2021, the new release window was revealed, along with the announcement that the shooter will allow up to 120 FPS. Additionally, there was this trailer:
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Why is the trailer interesting: Alongside some snippets from the game world of Halo Infinite, the trailer shows the Master Chief in the zero gravity of a destroyed spaceship. He navigates through the debris, passing dead comrades and enemies, seemingly in search of something specific.
He eventually finds his long-time companion AI Cortana, who appears to be suffering from “amnesia.” The trailer is emotionally charged for long-time fans and received accordingly well.
Rank 8 – S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chernobyl (1,495,759 Views)
Genre: Survival Shooter | Developer: GSC Game World | Publisher: Xbox Game Studios | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, xCloud | Release: April 28, 2022
What is Stalker 2? This is the sequel to the popular survival shooter series, which combines horror elements with an open world, survival, and action. As a Stalker, players explore the inhospitable world around the Ukrainian Chernobyl, where a nuclear power plant exploded in 1986.
During the game, you gather resources, fight against hostile survivors and other Stalkers, and also deal with supernatural phenomena. The latest trailer revealed the release date and also showed the first real gameplay.
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Why is the trailer interesting: The atmosphere is very consistent and oppressive. Initially, you see a group of survivors huddled around a campfire. One of them tells fantastic stories of his experiences. These stories are then staged in gameplay form.
There you see both action-packed gunfights and the threatening game world. You also get a glimpse of dangerous, monster-like creatures lurking in the abandoned buildings. The scenes strongly resemble the popular Metro series.
Rank 7 – Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life (1,503,588 Views)
Genre: Action Adventure | Developer: Rare | Publisher: Xbox Game Studios | Platform: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC | Release: June 22
What is A Pirate’s Life? This is a crossover between the pirate multiplayer game Sea of Thieves and the well-known Disney franchise, Pirates of the Caribbean.
You encounter the famous CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow, face threats familiar from the films such as the infamous Davy Jones, and experience new adventures. The crossover starts on June 22, along with Season 3. We have summarized the contents of the most obvious crossover for you.
Here is the trailer for the crossover:
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Why is the trailer interesting: The scenes are bursting with fan service. Every “Pirates of the Caribbean” fan will have noticed the many details and references to the films.
Starting with the scene where players find CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow in a jail cell. He is just trying to lure the dog, which carries the key, with a bone.
In the background, the bombastic soundtrack familiar from the films thunders. The scenes are consistent and entertaining.
Rank 6 – Elden Ring (2,684,000 Views)
Genre: Action RPG | Developer: FromSoftware | Publisher: Bandai Namco | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5 | Release: January 22, 2022
What is Elden Ring? This is the latest game from the Dark Souls developers. Elden Ring will be an action RPG and strongly reminiscent of previous FromSoftware games, which established the “Soulslike” genre with Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls, and Bloodborne.
Elden Ring will thus again be a punishing action RPG with multiplayer. New this time is the gigantic open world that takes you to the Lands Between. There await six different areas for you to explore, as well as numerous dungeons in the form of castles, caves, and catacombs.
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Why is the trailer interesting: After the first announcement at E3 2019, things went very quiet regarding Elden Ring. Fans desperately waited for new information, but FromSoftware remained tight-lipped. Now they delivered with the gameplay trailer exactly what fans hoped for.
Rank 5 – Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (2,746,812 Views)
Genre: Action-Adventure | Developer: Massive Entertainment | Publisher: Ubisoft | Platform: PC, Google Stadia, Luna, Xbox Series X|S, PS5 | Release: 2022
What is Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora? This is a first-person action-adventure set in the film universe of legendary director James Cameron and developed by the Division creators. However, not much more is known about it yet.
During Ubisoft Forward first images of the game in the Snowdrop Engine were shown. Officially, the contents shown are referred to as game footage.
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Why is the trailer interesting: The trailer for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is visually impressive. The design closely follows the film “Avatar: Aufbruch nach Pandora” and shows a lot of love for detail. You see new areas on the planet Pandora, including some creatures that you haven’t even seen in the film yet.
The game itself was announced a few years ago, and since then, fans have been eagerly waiting to see what it would become. Now the trailer looks so good, that many fear a downgrade until release.
Rank 4 – Forza Horizon 5 (2,874,152 Views)
Genre: Racing Game | Developer: Playground Games | Publisher: Xbox Game Studios | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One | Release: November 9, 2021
What is Forza Horizon 5?Forza Horizon 5 takes you to Mexico, where you can explore the largest and most diverse open world of the Horizon games.
You can experience a story alone and race classic races with other players on a variety of tracks. In addition, the battle royale mode makes a comeback.
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What makes the trailer so good? The racing game impresses with its varied game world. From deserts to dense jungles with ruins, including flora and fauna – everything is there. Forza Horizon 5 looks damn good, as MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus finds.
Genre: RPG | Developer: Bethesda | Publisher: Bethesda | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, xCloud | Release: November 11, 2022
What is Starfield? Starfield is supposed to be a single-player RPG in the style of Bethesda, just like Skyrim and Fallout 4. It takes place hundreds of years in the future, and humanity has made the leap into space.
However, there are no specific details about the gameplay or game content yet. The first trailer was shown at E3 2021.
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Why is the trailer interesting: It is the very first moving material that exists for Starfield. The trailer does not show any real gameplay, but it already creates a lot of atmosphere.
It shows how a pilot boards his spaceship and initiates the launch. There are numerous details from the ship. We also learn that Starfield is being developed with Creation Engine 2, a new version of the same engine that was used in Skyrim or Fallout 4.
Rank 2 – The Legend Of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 (4,148,033 Views)
Genre: Action-Adventure | Developer: Nintendo | Publisher: Nintendo | Platform: Nintendo Switch | Release: 2022
What is Breath of the Wild 2? This is the official sequel to the last installment in the Zelda series, Breath of the Wild. The franchise ranks among the greatest and most popular of Nintendo games alongside Mario and Pokémon, and consequently, every new release is eagerly awaited by fans.
The Zelda series is known for its mix of freely explorable game worlds, puzzles, combat, and unique characters.
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Why is the trailer interesting: After a teaser at E3 2019, new material for Breath of the Wild 2 has been released for the first time with a short trailer. It partially shows the already known game world from the predecessor, but also some floating rock islands.
Genre: Multiplayer Shooter | Developer: DICE | Publisher: Electronic Arts | Platform: Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and PC | Release: October 21, 2021
What is Battlefield 2042? This is the latest installment in the well-known Battlefield series. BF2042 will have a modern, slightly futuristic setting. As is typical for the series, massive material battles will take place on land, at sea, and in the air. At E3 2021, the first real gameplay was shown.
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Why is the trailer interesting: After a long wait, the trailer shows gameplay for the upcoming multiplayer shooter and competitor to Call of Duty for the first time.
It shows for the first time the dimensions of the 64vs64 player matches and gives an impression of the massive maps. Everything is presented in impressive graphics and powerful sound, as is typical of Battlefield.
