In Destiny 2 you can get a new Iron Banner weapon. MeinMMO author Philipp Hansen has spent all his 5,000 tokens. Did he receive the God Roll of Riiswandler and how long does it take?
This is the rare weapon: In the Iron Banner of Season 14 you can get a strong but rare weapon. The new shotgun is touted by many as the new must-have for pesky pump-slide users.
Riiswandler is a legendary 80s shotgun in the kinetic slot.
It automatically has “Lightweight” installed, which allows you to run faster, and always comes with excellent handling.
Since the two heavyweights Felwinter’s Lie and Astral Horizon have been slightly nerfed, many Guardians are currently raving about the quicker alternative.
The problem: Riiswandler is a new Iron Banner weapon and can only be obtained in this PvP event. During the first Iron Banner of Season 14, you could only find one copy per character – the God Roll was far away. Bungie has since fixed this, and you can randomly receive the weapon through tokens or rarely after Iron Banner matches.
You can read here which God Rolls you need for the weapon. But also, how our author Philipp Hansen clicked through several menus, prayed to RNG-Jesus, and what the yield looked like after 5,000 tokens.
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With 5,000 tokens in hand to the God Roll
I play the Iron Banner regularly, but I never spend the tokens I’ve received through bounties and participation. Somehow Lord Saladin hasn’t had anything interesting in many seasons. So I have over 5,000 tokens in my inventory just waiting to be turned into Iron Banner loot.
So I thought: “Spend all your tokens and treat yourself to some strong rolls of Riiswandler!”.
Whose opinion are you reading here? Philipp Hansen has been playing Destiny since 2014. In both series entries, he has spent over 3,000 hours combined. Since 2019, he has been intensively managing the franchise as an expert author for you on MeinMMO. He also collects Exotics in his spare time or tests weapons in the Crucible.
This is the God Roll I am looking for: Shotguns should take out an enemy Guardian with one shot at as great a distance as possible – so range and tight spread are essential. Additionally, you want the usually heavy weapons to compensate for this disadvantage and have good handling (usually through perks).
Barrel: Full Choke (tight spread), Smallbore (+7 range and stability) or Corkscrew Rifling (+5 range, stability, handling)
Magazine: Extended Mag (+10 range) or Assault Mag (increases fire rate, +15 stability)
Slot 1: Woosh (while sliding, the weapon reloads and temporarily improves stability and handling) or Quickdraw (the weapon can be drawn very quickly – valid only for 1 second)
Slot 2: Iron Grip (+20 range but -30 stability) or Murderous Wind (kills grant better range, handling, and velocity)
Masterwork: Range
Season 14 brought 4 fresh weapons to the Iron Banner – below Riiswandler
What about PvE? Riiswandler is primarily a weapon for the Crucible. With the right roll, you can also clean up in PvE. Just don’t expect to keep up with the dominant slug shotguns (a slug projectile instead of a spread shot), which are currently the meta against bosses.
Barrel: Smallbore (+7 range and stability) or Corkscrew Rifling (+5 range, stability, handling)
Magazine: Assault Mag (increases fire rate, +15 stability)
Slot 1:
Stability is practically unnecessary; we want range and some handling. Since the base handling of Riiswandler is already a strong 74, it’s not as crucial to invest here as it is with other shotguns.
75 Minutes of Button Pressing for Boredom and the God Roll
This is how it went with the tokens: I had zero desire for the dull “Token-Submission Marathon”. But the 5,000 tokens don’t magically turn into Iron Banner engrams. Since Lord Saladin, the Iron Banner NPC, is only in the Tower once a month, an intense but hopefully productive session was planned.
I was well prepared: The Postmaster was completely empty, my inventory entirely cleared out, and even the Umbral and Prime engrams didn’t block the menu. Plenty of space for potential Riiswandler.
I got ready to diligently hammer the X-button on the DualSense and check the yield every 10 minutes, empty the Postmaster, and sort through the junk loot. As background entertainment, I chose the movie “The Big Short.” I could already envision enlightening my colleagues with my relevant expertise on the 2007 financial crisis.
But Destiny doesn’t like it easy; Destiny likes Plan C. This means in this case, you can’t just continuously hammer a button to submit tokens and collect rewards. No, you first have to press 2 times to submit tokens (in batches of 10), then sweep the cursor to the right and press “Confirm” again up here on the right – then it starts all over again.
How long did it take? So relaxing movie watching was out of the question; I had to diligently handle the controller every few seconds, navigate through Saladin’s inventory, and visit the Post Office every 15 minutes. I didn’t want to miss out on the background noise. So I watched a video on “why 120 RPM hand cannons are still way too hot in the Crucible” (via YouTube).
By the time the 5,000 tokens were finally gone, it took a good hour and 15 minutes. But was the token and time investment worth it?
This is my Iron Banner loot: 19 Riiswandler, but no God Roll
From the just over 5,000 tokens (20 per engram), I pulled 19 Riiswandler.
With this yield, I’m actually satisfied. As a byproduct, I also received some decent Archon Thunder – the new MG – and good rolls from other Iron Banner weapons. On top of that, I got some armor with 64 and 65 stats.
I unfortunately did not receive the God Roll of Riiswandler. But there were many semi-God Rolls included. This means there’s a perk wrong here. For the masterwork, I made this baby:
Iron Grip massively boosts range – on shotguns, the downside to stability is negligible
The magazine isn’t a standout. Personally, I would have preferred Woosh instead of Quickdraw. With shotgun-targeting and shotgun-skilled gear on my armor, in combination with the high handling value, I would have preferred to reload while sliding – but I don’t want to complain.
What can the new Iron Banner shotgun do?
This is how Riiswandler plays: Of course, I wanted to try out my new toy right away. I’m almost always out with the Warlock, so I don’t need an Icarus Grip on the shotgun – I’m not a jumping Hunter.
The map drawn was “Widow’s Court.” Great, one of the largest PvP maps around. Here snipers feel right at home. Nevertheless, I fully embraced the shotgun lifestyle – with mediocre success. However, what I immediately noticed positively was the increased movement speed. It’s a lot of fun to zip around and get up close to enemies at one-shot distance.
The next map was “The Cauldron.” On the branched dwarf map, there was no stopping me. Thanks to shotgun scavenger, I didn’t really need my primary weapon and could pump full shots into anyone foolish enough to get in my way.
My conclusion: Shotguns need to be nerfed; it’s just too easy… but it’s also a lot of fun. Whether Riiswandler is the new meta weapon, I’m not so sure. It feels like Felwinter still takes out the enemy at greater distances, and with armor mods, you can still get decent handling after the nerf.
But you can’t go wrong with Riiswandler. Especially the movement feels significantly better than with the heavy counterparts.
My copy has 87/100 range and is already close to the max, and has surprised me several times (and surely the enemy too). As a strong alternative for the kinetic slot, the shotgun is appealing to combine, for example, with the still way too hot 120 Igneous Hammer.
I don’t want to put away the new shotgun anymore and can only recommend it. After all, what else would you do with the tokens? Finally, there are new and also great Iron Banner weapons, so feel free to spend a small fortune like I did.
Did you manage to secure a few rolls of Riiswandler and find the shotgun is the new meta? Please let us know if you practice pump-sliding/jumping in the Crucible or rather hate it, as it’s often just easy but effective. Feel free to exchange ideas with other readers in the comments.
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World of Warcraft is often under fire, frequently from a loud minority. However, the complaints about Shadowlands seem to be increasing, especially lately. One player cannot understand this at all. MeinMMO spoke with him and asked how he sees all of this.
The criticism of Shadowlands ranges from technical issues and Blizzard’s policies to design decisions and gameplay. Everything possible is being criticized, sometimes more strongly, sometimes less.
In recent months, complaints have come from quite a few directions and from well-known people in the community:
While it seems that not the majority of the community is dissatisfied with everything, these topics keep coming up and are discussed repeatedly. Even on MeinMMO, we often have opinions and criticism about the game:
One of our readers is annoyed by the constant criticism of the game. He finds Shadowlands good and significantly better than previous expansions. His stance is: Most of what is criticized doesn’t really affect most players anyway.
MeinMMO: Would you introduce yourself briefly? Who are you, how long have you been playing WoW?
Patrik: Hello, my name is Patrik, I am 30 years old and the guild leader of the semi-hardcore guild “Antimate Social Club”. I have been playing WoW since 2006 – of course with some shorter, but also longer breaks. So I’ve experienced everything, including the infamous “good old days”.
MeinMMO: What do you do most often in WoW and now in Shadowlands?
Patrik: Clearly group-oriented PvE content. I greatly appreciate WoW for its raids, and the introduction of Mythic+ was a great change. I took a break at the beginning of Legion, and an old WoW friend wrote to me: “Hey, there is something new. Mythic+. It’s like raiding but with 5 people!!”. One of the arguments that brought me back to WoW.
Shadowlands hasn’t changed that. We raid Mythic twice a week. Besides that, I also play heroic raids with alt characters and, of course, Mythic+ – sometimes just 15s for the chest and sometimes higher, depending on my mood.
MeinMMO: What is your general assessment of Shadowlands? How has it developed since release?
Patrik: I consider Shadowlands to be a great expansion, and not just because Battle for Azeroth was a less successful expansion. I really think that Shadowlands is very well done. Of course, we also have the same problems here that we had in other expansions before – Blizzard reluctantly listens to the community beforehand.
By community, I don’t mean the eternal complainers on Reddit and such, but especially the spearheads of the community who are usually right with their assessments – whether it relates to class and raid balancing or other aspects of the game.
But I also realize that I clearly belong to the milder voices and that not everyone finds Shadowlands great. However, I still find the current development okay. Blizzard realized that the introduction of valor points could be a good thing (which by the way, it is) and they actually did it. I currently have two hearts beating in my chest:
Hello, where is patch 9.1? I want something NEW!
Hello, please not so quickly 9.1, let’s at least achieve the top achievement!
Patch 9.1 is still a while away – but how long actually?
“The casualization of WoW is not ultimately bad”
MeinMMO: What is your opinion on patch 9.1?
Patrik: I’m looking forward to it, but when is it coming? In November 2020 Shadowlands began and now it’s already June 2021. Okay, Castle Nathria is a challenging first raid, we still have that to nibble on, but it’s already time.
I view the patch quite calmly. You know, when you have played Legion and BfA, what to expect. New raid, 10 bosses. I think that’s good, it’s a solid amount, I’m looking forward to it.
The new zone Korthia… well, the stuff for “daily fun” comes with it. New Mythic+ season with a new, very exciting-looking affix. That will probably be my highlight, alongside the raid.
I also think the concept of mega-dungeons is very good and I’m looking forward to the hard mode, even if it will only be a very temporary feature. We had a lot of fun on the release day of 8.2 when we ventured into Mechagon at 9:00 AM and took three and a half hours for the hard mode.
PvP trinkets and weapons are no longer as essential in PvE with 9.1! Or at least, I really hope so.
Maybe a very unpopular opinion, but I’m looking forward to Torghast! I didn’t mention it earlier, but I really think Torghast is great and I have a lot of fun with it! The twisting corridors were incredibly fun for me. But I’m also a big fan of solo adventures where you can fail spectacularly (hardened by Dark Souls!). Not every player enjoys this; I can understand that.
MeinMMO: To which players do you think Shadowlands is currently most directed?
Patrik: Phew, that’s not an easy question. WoW is a massive game with so much to discover and achieve. The raid offers 3 difficulty levels, Mythic+ is dynamic, and outside of group content, there’s also plenty to do. Be it farming anima, pet battles, collecting mounts and transmog, completing achievements…
I was someone 5 to 10 years ago who complained about the “casualization” of WoW, but in the end, it’s not so bad. Everything goes much faster now; you don’t need to invest so much time in the game anymore. TBC Classic is showing me that again.
I have to farm a lot of reputation to do HC dungeons. That was completely fine before, but today I would ask Blizzard if they are still sane if I had to grind for Mythic+ unlock. I like both worlds.
TBC Classic is a slowed-down farming simulator, and I expect action from Shadowlands! I like the fast and straightforward gameplay of modern WoW. There’s something for everyone in this game, at least in PvE. Let’s not talk about PvP; I have no idea about that and I’m glad that with 9.1, it is also being further separated from PvE.
“Why are we getting upset about things that don’t affect us at all?”
MeinMMO: What is a complaint that others often express that you can’t understand at all?
Patrik: I’ve been waiting for this question. There are some points that I can’t necessarily understand, so I’ll try to keep it brief. First, the covenant system in connection with raid, Mythic+, and PvP.
People complain that the covenant abilities are too restrictive? Why? There are 4 factions, and you join one. If you want to switch, you have to invest time. Currently, WoW has a good comparison here in TBC Classic. Try changing from Seer to Aldor if you chose the wrong faction out of ignorance.
But hey, I know already. Not every covenant is the best for every specialization. Example: The shadow priest wants to be Venthyr in PvP because Mindgames is a really good ability, but in PvE he wants to play Night Fae. However, he can’t just switch covenants, which players find annoying.
Yeah, I find that annoying too, but Blizzard still wants to pretend that WoW is an RPG in 2021, which it really isn’t anymore. But is that really so bad? Then just play Venthyr Shadow in the weekly key; what’s the problem?
Isn’t that the best? So what? Are you playing +15 or +25? It really doesn’t matter. You can complete +15 with any combination of players and classes. Of course, some groups have it easier than others. There will always be a META, no matter how dumb or good you find it.
Someone is always FOTM [Ed. Note “Flavor of the Month”, describes currently popular and strong combinations]… but hey, at the level most players are playing at, it really doesn’t matter.
This includes casuals, but also people who semi-hardcore mythic raid. We are all average players or below, so why are we getting upset about things that don’t affect us at all?
Sure, the counterargument is always – If you’re not playing META, then you won’t find groups – which is often true too. I’m currently playing a Death Knight, have about 1,600 Raider.io score, and an item level of 226. I too get rejected for +15 keys.
Find a community and play with them; after all, it’s a social game. Hand on heart: If you prefer to play alone, there are thousands of better games out there than WoW.
Secondly, the anima grind. How can one even complain about that? You only need anima for cosmetic items. What’s the problem if it takes two weeks instead of one? You can always farm anima whenever you want; you’re neither bound to other players nor to times. Maybe I’m just the wrong target group for that, I only have 100 mounts.
Anima is needed for many upgrades – but it doesn’t really have a practical use.
“Shadowlands does many things much better”
MeinMMO: What does Shadowlands do better than before?
Patrik: In comparison to Legion and BfA, Shadowlands does many things much better. Legion is considered by many players to be a fantastic expansion. It was; Mythic+ certainly contributed to the fact that WoW could recover after WoD.
But friends, let’s not forget the legendary system. That was not cool, it was terrible. Not the possibility of having cool orange items – we all want that – but how to obtain them.
I can LEGITIMATELY obtain AN ITEM from a LONG LIST during ANY ACTIVITY I engage in. Who approved that? That’s basically the subscription trap of the 2010s.
For some bosses in Mythic+ on tyrannical, you needed a specific necklace that provided a large shield. Without this necklace, you would simply get one-shotted without dispute. What do you do if you don’t have this necklace? Too bad.
In the end, you could then purchase legendaries systematically, which was cool. Now in Shadowlands, you can systematically craft legendaries, which I think is very good.
Legendaries were a really dumb system, but not the dumbest. Titanforging was, for me, by far the worst system they ever introduced in WoW. There’s “personal loot” and yet Titanforging is worse.
Legendaries can be crafted easily in Shadowlands
Legion was overshadowed by that terrible system. T-set pieces could titanforge. A terrible idea. Titanforging is now gone. Thank you, Blizzard, thank you!
Speaking of T-sets. They were sacrificed for azerite gear in BfA. Good that this nonsense is also over. That system was a complete joke and changed constantly in BfA. It was doctoring around a fundamentally flawed system. Basically, labor of love. T-sets will come back soon™. I think that’s good; I look forward to it. T-sets belong in WoW!
Shall we talk again about strange grinds? What I personally welcome is that the disgusting grind from 8.3 is gone. It’s simply not a good system to grind daily quests to get limited access to time-limited content that you also have to grind and where you could fail. That was really incredibly annoying.
Sure, that was content that really only bothered the Mythic players and only the semi-hardcore players because the World-First players didn’t really need it to that full extent. In Legion, it was the artifact weapon that had to be leveled for each specialization, and in BfA it was the azerite to completely activate your azerite gear.
The grind today is by no means as severe, and it’s much easier to play additional characters.
“For me, there’s only one problem: long-term motivation”
MeinMMO: What do you think are the 3 biggest problems of Shadowlands at the moment?
Patrik: For me, there’s only one problem: long-term motivation.
Why do I even log into WoW anymore, other than to raid? Through Mythic+, I get all items to 220 – I’ve already done that. Why should I run higher keys than +15? Just for my ego.
I’m not interested in the other aspects of this game. I don’t do pet battles, I don’t play PvP, transmog and mounts don’t concern me either. Maybe I only play WoW for community reasons, but that’s not bad either; I enjoy playing with people I like. During 8.3 I (unfortunately) played a lot of LoL and right now TBC Classic.
Patrik: Blizzard is introducing a new reward system for Mythic+. I believe this will increase my long-term motivation; I am really looking forward to it.
MeinMMO: Is now an ideal time to start with WoW? Why or why not?
Patrik: It’s the best possible time! We are currently at an incredibly good point within WoW. The big content patch 9.1 is just around the corner. You can now still leisurely level a character and prepare for the next patch.
TBC Classic has been released. Friends, do you want to experience the supposedly best time in WoW again or at all? Start and play!
MeinMMO: Thank you for the conversation.
What do you think about this topic? Are too many players complaining too often, or are there points where WoW really needs to improve? Discuss with us in the comments!
On Pokémon GO, the Solstice 2021 event ends this Sunday. Find out here what events are coming next and what you need to know.
When does the event end? You have until 8:00 PM this evening to take advantage of the Solstice event in Pokémon GO with its bonuses. Afterwards, the spawns of Lunatone and Solrock will decrease worldwide again, your buddies will bring you items less frequently, and they will also need the full kilometers to earn hearts again.
But Niantic has a lot planned for you in the coming days and weeks. You can find out what that is here on MeinMMO.
After the Spotlight Hour, this week follows the Bidoof event
Spotlight Hour on Tuesday: On Tuesday, June 22, there will be a Spotlight Hour featuring the Pokémon Bidoof. Additionally, you will receive double XP for evolving Pokémon.
This event is particularly interesting for many of you, as Mamoswine is among the best Ice attackers in Pokémon GO. And you can always use more of those (for example, against dragons). So if you’re looking for reinforcements for your Ice team, you should focus on Pokémon this Tuesday evening.
Bidoof event: On Friday, June 25, a new event will start in Pokémon GO – the Bidoof outbreak. You will have the opportunity to catch shiny Bidoof. What makes this event special is not only the wild beavers. You will initially receive double experience points for catches, then triple experience points for catches, and on June 29 and 30, you will even receive four times the XP for catching Pokémon.
This is the ideal opportunity for trainers who are on their way from level 41 to 50 in Pokémon GO to collect a lot of XP. This also applies to trainers below level 41. Combine the bonuses with a Lucky Egg and earn eight times the XP.
Community Day in July: The next Community Day in Pokémon GO will take place on July 3. That’s a Saturday. It is still unclear which Pokémon will be featured. The developers of Pokémon GO have only revealed the dates for the C-Days in July and August – but not the participants.
GO Fest 2021: On July 17 and 18, the big summer event in Pokémon GO will take place. Over two days, you will find exciting spawns, shinies, and challenges. Everything we know about GO Fest 2021 and its bonuses can be found on MeinMMO.
The loot shooter Outriders (PC: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Stadia) has lost 11 out of 12 players since its release in April on Steam. Now the team is taking drastic measures: In an update, the loot system for legendary items will be redesigned to make players happy. The drop rate will be increased by 100 %. The patch is expected to arrive in the coming days.
Now the developers announce that they will radically change the loot system: They will double the amount of legendary items and make the system much friendlier for the players.
New shooter loses almost all players in 3 months
Here’s how the player numbers of Outriders looked: We know the player numbers of Outriders through Steam. It can be assumed that the numbers on PlayStation and Xbox have developed similarly:
At launch, in April 2021, Outriders had an average of 46,290 players and at its absolute peak even 125,000 simultaneous players.
By May, 80 % of the players were gone: Now only an average of 9,000 were playing.
In the last 30 days, this number has halved again: About 3,850 people are now playing Outriders on Steam on average.
In short: From the 12 people who played the new shooter Outriders in April 2021, only one is left as of June 2021.
The player numbers of Outriders on Steam: Not a good development. Source: Steamcharts
5 changes to legendary loot in Outriders
This is now the radical step: In a post on reddit, the developers announced radical changes to the “legendary items” in Outriders, which will come with the next patch (via reddit):
The drop rate of legendary items will be increased by 100 %.
The “level bracket” system will be removed – all legendary items can now drop at any level.
An “anti-duplication” system will be introduced. If players would receive a legendary item they already have, it will be re-rolled. This gives players a “second roll.” However, it will only be re-rolled once, not until the item is completely new. The system reduces the chances of “duplicate items” but does not completely rule them out.
The “scripted boss loot” (Chrysaloid, Yagak) will have the potential to drop all legendary items that are not class-specific.
The “luck system” will be revamped. Players should no longer experience very long dry spells in the endgame.
When is the patch coming? The update is scheduled for “early next week,” so it should arrive in the coming days.
This is how the reactions are: Overall, reactions to this drop rate are positive. People say it’s a “super move.” However, there are also some skeptics who point out that doubling a 0.01 % chance is 0.02 %.
One will have to wait and see how the system performs in practice and whether it can lift the player numbers of Outriders again.
The poor “legendary drop rate” was indeed a major problem for Outriders. This is a typical problem many loot shooters face: Players hate it when there is too little loot and then find ways to cope:
You like to play with your buddy or partner in pairs, but you don’t meet as often as you would like? Then you will definitely appreciate our list of useful free-to-play Mobile apps for Android and iOS: These are games that you can enjoy a lot despite the physical distance.
How did we select? When selecting games for this list, we considered several parameters, including the following:
The games should be popular and have at least 4 stars in the app stores
The games should be free to download and play, so no one is forced to spend money
A colorful mix of genres is important, as not everyone has the same preferences
The games must have a competitive or cooperative multiplayer mode that works over long distances. Of course, you can also play the games locally when you are together.
An integrated voice chat is also optimal, but there are practical workarounds for that.
How can you communicate without voice chat? Games are more fun when you can talk to each other. Therefore, a voice chat is ideal, but not all games have such a feature integrated. But this can be easily remedied, for example with the handy app Discord. With it, you can create a chat group, but also communicate via text. Discord is available for free on GooglePlay or in the AppStore under the provided links.
LUDO King – Popular board games for a quick break
What kind of app is this? Ludo King is a popular board game app from India. Up to 4 players (6 when playing locally) must roll the dice to move four game pieces from the starting area to the center. The game is reminiscent of “Mensch ärgere dich nicht” and is based on the ancient Indian board game Parchisi.
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In addition, the similarly popular “Snakes & Ladders” game is now integrated into the app, where you must move your game piece up ladders while trying to avoid touching the snakes on the board.
The game features various themes and skins that make it appear in alternative looks. You can also use an integrated voice chat and find more players via Facebook.
What is the rating? Ludo King has over 75 million ratings in the Google Play Store (as of June 9, 2021) and a rating of 4.2.
You can download the app under the following links on GooglePlay or on Apple in the AppStore.
Why is the app good for two? Fun board games like Ludo or Snakes & Ladders are always a funny pastime and are perfect for playing a few rounds with your partner. Add to that the practical voice chat features and the low hardware requirements.
The app runs smoothly even on older devices, in case only one of you has a high-end phone. In any case, Ludo King is a nice game for two to have fun while chatting over voice chat in the evening.
What is the rating? On Google Play, PUBG Mobile has a rating of 4.3 stars and more than 37,000,000 ratings (as of June 9, 2021). If you want to play the game, you can download it for free here in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.
Why is the app good for two? PUBG can be played as a massive “everyone against everyone” chaos, but there is also a duo mode. In this mode, two players play as a team and can also win together if at least one of them can prevail in the end.
The joint struggle for survival is certainly a strong method to improve a relationship, provided one partner doesn’t constantly drag the other down with poor performance. Yet even then, it can strengthen the relationship if a better player helps the partner and gives tips (but don’t take our relationship tips too seriously).
Pros
Large battle royale battles with up to 100 players
Integrated voice chat
Constant new content and events
Cons
Occasional connection issues
Cheaters are a problem
On the next page, there are even more cool games for two!
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The PR chief of Bethesda has apologized to players on PlayStation 4 and 5 for not being able to play Starfield, the new sci-fi epic. However, Pete Hines makes it clear: While they regret that these players feel bad, they do not apologize for the exclusivity of the new game. It is meant to be released only for PC and Xbox.
This is the situation:
At E3 2021, Bethesda presented the new sci-fi RPG “Starfield.” The game is considered a kind of unofficial successor to The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim and is expected to be similarly “epic.” Starfield is set to be released in 2022.
While Skyrim was released in 2011 and Fallout 4 in 2015 for all platforms, times have changed : Microsoft purchased Bethesda for $7.5 billion. Therefore, Starfield is supposed to be exclusive to PC and Xbox and not for PlayStation 4 and 5.
In an interview, Hines then apologized to players on PS4 and PS5. However, many did not understand the apology. Now Hines explains exactly what he means.
“If you want to play Starfield: PC and Xbox. Sorry”
This was Hines’ apology: In an interview with Tamoor Hussain (GameSpot), Pete Hines said:
“I don’t know how to reassure PS5 players other than to say: I am also a PS5 player and I have played games there and will continue to do so, but if you want to play Starfield: PC and Xbox. Sorry. All I can say is: I apologize.”
Pete Hines, Bethesda Vice President, responsible for PR and Marketing
This was the reaction: There were several reactions to the statement. Many did not understand the apology. On Twitter, users commented:
“People need to deal with it. There’s no reason to apologize.”
“Exclusive titles are normal. Why should one apologize for that?”
However, people also post statements from Xbox chief Phil Spencer, who said “exclusive titles are against what gaming stands for.”
Most believe that Bethesda and Xbox should not apologize for anything: Sony has been withholding titles from Xbox users for a long time. What seems to hurt fans the most is not getting “Spiderman.”
I’m sorry for our fans, but I am not apologizing for exclusivity
This is what Hines says now: He reacted to the many tweets and commented again (via twitter):
“I am not apologizing for exclusivity.
I am not obliged to do anything.
Some of our fans were angry/upset, and I am sorry for them. That is not wrong or strange. I just acknowledge their feelings.
That’s it. That’s what I meant.”
Pete Hines
This is what lies behind it: When it became known that Microsoft was acquiring Bethesda, it was clear that new titles like The Elder Scrolls 6, Redfall or Starfield would become exclusive. And “exclusive” actually only means: They will not be available for PlayStation.
This feeling of “I want to play a game, but I can’t” is not something PlayStation players usually experience, so some are upset about it. However, they have to be reminded in every discussion that Sony has always relied on exclusivity.
It also seems unusual for Bethesda now that they suddenly have to tell part of the player base: “You stay out here.”
This is something that apparently is honestly difficult for people like Hines and is a new experience for Bethesda. They cannot change “exclusivity” as a concept because it was certainly an important part of the massive billion-dollar deal with Microsoft.
Another approach than Hines was used by one of the heads of Bethesda, Todd Howard:
The E3 2021 is over, and in the latest episode of our podcast, we talk in detail about what was presented at the digital fair. Tune in!
These are our topics: This week, there is a special about E3 2021, where we make a final judgment. We talk a bit tired but happily about all the big press conferences of E3 and the Summer Game Fest. After all, a lot of new gaming material was shown there.
Particularly noteworthy is the show from Microsoft + Bethesda, as exclusive game followed exclusive game. Big titles like Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite, the new RPG from Bethesda called Starfield, the co-op shooter Redfall, and many more were present. What was especially exciting for us was that there was a stronger focus on online multiplayer games this time, in an event that is usually so focused on single-player.
Here is an overview of the major topics of E3 2021:
You can also feel free to post your own opinion about E3 in the comments. We will not only go through the announcements but also present our own expert views on E3. Join the discussion!
In addition to the weekly recap, there are also occasionally theme-specific podcasts that cover larger events or games. For instance, we talked in detail about crime in online games.
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From June 14 to 20, there were some news in the MMORPGs. WoW, Elyon, and Bless Unleashed each announced a highlight for the summer. We at MeinMMO have summarized all the important news of the week:
Guild Wars 2 has announced the release date for the event Dragon Bash on June 22. Furthermore, 2 episodes of Living World Season 2 were given away again. You need to log in by June 22.
At Black Desert, the Heidel Ball took place. There, information about the future and the new class Corsair was shared.
These were the news this week from the world of MMORPGs at a glance. What was your personal highlight? Did you experience something exciting this week? Or did we forget something important? Let us know in the comments.
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Once again, the developers of Black Desert are presenting new features at their Heidel Ball event that will be coming to the game in the next 6 to 12 months. One of these new announcements was the Corsair class, which will be released in June. And it is really well received.
What kind of class is that? The Corsair class is female and initially looks like a pirate. A saber is used as a weapon, and in the trailer, she wears a pirate uniform complete with a hat. However, it quickly becomes clear that the Corsair has a very close bond with water:
In each of her attack and dodge animations, there are water effects.
Throughout the trailer, she calls various creatures from the sea for help, including dolphins and a giant whale.
Additionally, she has a mermaid form in which she can cover a large distance in a swimming animation.
The Corsair is thus a very unique class and is really well received by the fans of Black Desert.
When will the Corsair be released? The release of the new class will already take place on June 29. It will be available on all platforms (PC, PlayStation, Xbox) simultaneously. The Sage class, which was released in March, was launched first for PC and only later for consoles.
As early as June 23, you can create a Corsair in advance. Along with the Corsair, a new season will also be released on June 29, in which you can level up and gear the class faster.
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“I did not imagine the class this way, but I like it very much”
What do players say about the new class? The trailer for the Corsair has gathered over 40,000 views in just 4 hours. Additionally, there were 1,612 thumbs up and only 31 thumbs down (as of June 19 at 7:30 PM).
Many positive comments have gathered under the video, and we have compiled some of them for you:
Josh writes: “Wow. This could be one of the most unique classes I have ever seen in an MMO. I love the short transformations into her ‘true’ nature and her use of water magic and a sword. It will be hard to pull myself away from the strong gameplay of my Awakened Nova, but I will definitely play a Corsair on the upcoming seasonal servers.”
V. Israel is impressed by the animations: “Pretty cool, I can’t wait to try the class. The animations on the water look excellent, I hope she will carry pistols or something like that.”
Dean Sim expected something different, but is excited: “I did not imagine the class this way, but I like it very much.”
Shiro “Vellis” writes: “I will rock with Wellerman and Drunken Sailor playing this cool class.”
We did not find a single negative statement among the first 100 top comments.
What else was announced at the Heidel Ball? In addition to the new class and the new season, other innovations were announced at the Heidel Ball, including:
Terror of the Deep Sea – A singleplayer event in August
The global release of the new dungeon
A new map
A reboot of the old classes
You can get an overview of the Heidel Ball in this reddit post (via reddit). We at MeinMMO will present the most important announcements in more detail on Monday.
What do you think of the new Corsair class? Does the mix of pirate and mermaid appeal to you? Feel free to share it in the comments.
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How to best farm Anima in World of Warcraft? Our guide provides you with valuable tips and tricks for the coveted resource of the Shadowlands.
In WoW: Shadowlands, there is a lot for players to do. One of the biggest and long-term activities is collecting Anima to unlock countless rewards. Our guide will show you how to collect Anima particularly easily and what things you should consider.
Update: This article was originally published in February 2021. We updated it on June 20, 2022, to take into account the latest changes to the Covenant Sanctums, Korthia, and Zereth Mortis.
What will you learn in this guide? This article aims to provide you with some skills and tips. You will learn:
How to farm Anima as efficiently as possible.
What repeatable sources of Anima exist.
Which addons are helpful when farming Anima.
How to avoid unnecessary Anima expenditures.
How to set motivating, achievable Anima goals.
Thanks to Anima, the Shadowlands flourish again – and your collection too.
What is Anima used for? Essentially, one must realize that Anima in WoW: Shadowlands is largely an optional resource. While you do need it in small quantities for a weekly quest or to upgrade the Covenant sets, which primarily benefits twinks.
However, fundamentally, Anima is a currency that is primarily necessary for cosmetic rewards from many vendors. Almost all purchasable items are not necessary for character progression and are just optional fun.
Tips before farming Anima
Before you start farming, you should make a few preparations. In the long run, this saves time and results in less frustration.
Helpful addons: Generally, no addons are needed to farm Anima efficiently. However, the tool “World Quest Tracker” can be helpful. It lists all active world quests, allowing you to see at a glance where there are currently any Anima rewards to be earned. This saves a few seconds that you would otherwise spend manually scanning the map. Furthermore, having such an overview is simply practical, and once you get used to it, you won’t want to miss it.
The addon “World Quest Tracker” shows you where you can currently earn how much Anima – neatly listed.
Activate War Mode – and always: War Mode is the PvP mode of World of Warcraft and can only be activated in Orgrimmar (Horde) or Stormwind (Alliance). However, you can deactivate it in any peaceful zone, should it become bothersome. For effective Anima farming, War Mode is essential. Depending on the region, you receive an additional 10% to 30% Anima from world quests. Even a small bonus of 10% adds up significantly over time. After all, it massively reduces your farming time when you get an extra 1,000 Anima “on top” for farming 10,000 Anima.
In many cases, hardly any PvP takes place in War Mode, and players pass by each other “peacefully”.
If you do have too much stress in War Mode from PvP actions, you can temporarily deactivate it. However, it’s better to get used to completing quests with War Mode activated.
In War Mode, there is a danger of PvP – but also more Anima.
Repeatable sources of Anima
The most Anima can be obtained from repeatable sources. These are missions or treasures that you can complete or open daily or at certain intervals. These include:
All content in Korthia
World quests
Daily quests
Weekly quests
Special event quests
Treasures
Rare enemies (Rare Mobs)
Anima in Zereth Mortis
In Zereth Mortis, the endgame area of Patch 9.2 and 9.2.5, the same rules apply as further down for Korthia. Here, you can earn absurd amounts of Anima in a relatively short time just by completing daily quests, defeating rare enemies, or opening treasure chests. The special thing about the treasure chests here is that they don’t have a daily limit, so you can open many of them infinitely.
With Patch 9.1, collecting Anima in WoW: Shadowlands has drastically changed. While all other sections of this guide still remain fundamentally valid, there is one source of Anima that stands out above the rest: Korthia.
The new area Korthia is located in the Maw and is unlocked during the questline of Patch 9.1.
In Korthia, you will be practically flooded with Anima. Whether through daily quests, (daily) treasures scattered all over the area, or countless rare enemies.
Korthia is full of treasures and rare enemies. Here, you’ll find a lot of Anima.
Anyone who completes “everything” in Korthia in a single day can easily go home with 4,000 to 5,000 Anima after about 90 minutes.
Even if you only sporadically explore Korthia, you can still easily get 1,500 to 2,000 Anima within about 45 minutes.
If you want to efficiently farm Anima, Korthia is currently the place to be. Nowhere else is there more and easier Anima.
This is especially lucrative because almost everything in Korthia also grants additional rewards such as equipment, transmog, twink equipment, and reputation. Anima here is more of a “byproduct” that ends up in your inventory.
So if you only have a few minutes or an hour each day and want to collect Anima: Head to Korthia. Nowhere else can you find more Anima.
What is the best way to approach Korthia? Basically, it’s simple. Take all available daily quests in the camp and then simply set off to complete them. However, you should constantly keep an eye on the chat, as the appearance of most rare enemies is announced with an emote or another sentence in the chat. Then just open your map and look for a star – that’s where the rare enemy is. Ride over quickly, as many players are likely already pounding on the rare enemy.
If you want to travel especially quickly in Korthia, we recommend this whistle – it’s an essential toy for fast travel.
Anima in the rest of the Shadowlands
If you have completed Korthia for the day, there are still many other ways to maximize your Anima income.
Anima from World Quests
World quests are missions available from level 60 that appear all over the Shadowlands. You can see them on the world map in advance. New world quests appear roughly every 6 hours, while old quests rotate out of the game. World quests typically remain active for between 24 and 72 hours before they disappear. The only exception here is the PvP world quest, which changes locations every 6 hours.
Some world quests reward Anima. They grant badges that award 35 Anima upon completion. As a reward, there are always between 1 and 4 of these badges, so between 35 Anima and 140 Anima. If you have little time, you should only complete missions that grant 3 or 4 of these badges to maximize yield for minimal effort.
World quests like this one provide 140 Anima (+war mode bonus). They are particularly lucrative.
Generally speaking, longer world quests are always worth it if they grant 4 Anima badges. Even if you are busy for a while, the yield is worth the Anima.
Elite world quests, which take place in the respective elite area of a zone, also have a high chance of offering 250 Anima as a reward. These quests are therefore particularly lucrative and should be prioritized. Usually, you can simply find players in groups looking to complete these quests. Together with the war mode bonus, these quests yield around 300 Anima.
If you have already reached glory level 47, these quests are even more lucrative – as they then grant double the reward, meaning 2 badges for 250 Anima each.
The arena quest in Maldraxxus is particularly worthwhile because you can combine it with the daily “Bet on Yourself” quest.
By the way: You should also complete quests that grant you media for your class. Once you have unlocked all media, world quests then have a good chance of offering Anima as a reward instead of media.
Daily Quests
Currently, there are only a few daily missions. One of them is “Bet on Yourself” from Maldraxxus. You can accept it every day east of the arena after completing the questline. The mission asks you to defeat a specific enemy in the arena and rewards you with 105 Anima every day.
This is particularly lucrative when the arena world quest is also active and also grants Anima. This way, you can kill two birds with one stone.
Aside from this quest, there are other daily missions that are tied to your covenant and do not always grant Anima. Night Fae, for example, can talk to the mushroom Marasmius and receive up to three daily missions. However, these do not always grant Anima.
Weekly Quests
Weekly dungeon quests can be obtained in Oribos at the inn. There are 2 missions for different dungeons every week. The quests grant reputation and both reward 5x 35 Anima each, totaling 350. Since the quests can be completed on any difficulty (Normal, Heroic, Mythic, Mythic+), this will likely be done “in passing” by PvE players.
Other weekly quests are likely to be of interest primarily to PvP players. At the PvP vendors in Oribos, you can accept different quests that vary each week. Usually, you need to complete a specific type of PvP, which can involve arena fights, battlegrounds, or heroics. Sometimes you only need to earn honor, while in other cases, you have to win.
The quests reward Anima between 250 and 500. The time investment for that is relatively high, as you have to win many battles.
So this is only worth it for players who enjoy PvP. If you’re only forcing yourself for Anima, you might quickly become frustrated and should rather avoid these quests.
Both PvP quests and dungeon quests become significantly more attractive starting at glory level 73, as the amount of rewards received increases significantly then.
Special Event Quests
In WoW, there are regularly special bonus events. The world quest bonus week is particularly interesting. There is an overarching quest that you can pick up in Oribos or directly from the adventure guide. This big quest wants you to complete 20 world quests over the course of a week, rewarding you with an additional 750 Anima. A large amount for players who complete 2-3 world quests daily to refresh their Anima reserves.
Just check the calendar every Wednesday to see which bonus event is currently active. The next World Quest event starts on July 28, 2021.
Treasures
Numerous treasures in the Shadowlands can be looted anew every day, in all 4 zones. Usually, you only get small amounts of Anima here, typically in the form of badges that grant 5 Anima. A treasure yields between 0 and 6 of these badges, amounting to up to 30 Anima – in rare cases even more.
Treasures are tempting – but they hardly pay off for Anima.
As a reliable source for Anima, treasures are not worth it. However, if you happen to be “nearby”, you can certainly pick up the treasure. However, you shouldn’t expect a significant Anima yield here.
Rare Enemies (Rare Mobs)
Like treasures, rare enemies are available daily and can be fought again each day. They can also leave small amounts of Anima, usually between 5 and 35.
The pure yield is not worth it here. However, it can be lucrative if you want to farm rare enemies anyway, perhaps because you want additional rewards from them, such as mounts, toys, or pets. It’s not worth specifically hunting rare enemies just for the Anima.
Dungeons and Raids
Bosses in dungeons and raids can also leave Anima behind, although in very small amounts. Since February 9, there is more Anima from difficult dungeons – depending on the level, 35, 70, or 105. Anima from raids has also been increased, as each boss drops between 105 and 175 Anima, which makes weekly farming quite worthwhile.
Raid bosses, such as in Castle Nathria, drop a little Anima. However, this is only rarely worth it.
One-Time Sources
Apart from all the repeatable sources, there are also a few unique quests that can only be completed once. For example, there is a dungeon quest for the Theater of Pain that rewards 750 Anima once. Other dungeons also have such quests that you unlock throughout the areas and can complete at max level.
For completing Castle Nathria, you even receive 1,250 Anima when you loot Remornia from Denathrius.
Even though these quests can only be completed once, they provide a nice boost that you should take advantage of on your character.
Covenant Sanctum brings more Anima
Blizzard has integrated a series of new achievements into the game in the course of Patch 9.0.5, which further increases your Anima gain. To do this, it is necessary to upgrade your Covenant Sanctum as evenly as possible.
What kind of bonuses are there? Depending on how far you have upgraded your buildings in the Covenant Sanctum, you receive new achievements. These achievements increase the amount of Anima rewards gained from most sources (world quests, treasures, table missions, Mythic+, and raid bosses) by 1 per level.
This means:
All buildings at level 1: Anima badges +1
All buildings at level 2: Anima badges +2
All buildings at level 3: Anima badges +3
In plain terms: A world quest that used to give only 1 badge (35 Anima) can give up to 4 badges (140 Anima) at a fully upgraded sanctum. World quests that previously rewarded 4 badges (140 Anima) can rise to up to 7 badges (245 Anima).
In the long and medium term, it is therefore extremely advisable to upgrade the Covenant Sanctum, as the bonuses increase your Anima income by 25% to 300%, depending on the quest!
Note that the bonus only applies to quests and content that inherently already grant Anima. World quests that promise gold as a reward do not provide additional Anima badges.
How should one proceed? To quickly get the most benefit from collecting Anima from achievements, you should upgrade the Covenant Sanctum evenly. First, bring all 4 buildings to level 1 before upgrading them to level 2 and then to level 3. Only then should you upgrade your specific Covenant feature to level 5.
Avoid unnecessary Anima costs
To come out ahead in farming Anima, you should also consider a number of game content that consumes large amounts of Anima. If you are inattentive here, you can waste several thousand Anima without any real benefit. These traps of Anima costs should be avoided. If you can, never spend Anima on the following things:
Healing adventurers at the adventure table: When you send your followers and adventurers on missions, they will inevitably get injured or defeated. With just two clicks, you can spend Anima to heal them instantly. However, you should never utilize this. Full healing can cost between 2,000 and 3,000 Anima.
Instead, just wait. The adventurers heal themselves over time. Let your heroes rest for 12-24 hours, and they will be back in tip-top shape – completely without spending valuable Anima.
Healing adventurers is really expensive. Just waiting a few hours is the better alternative.
Avoid expensive missions: Completing adventure missions can also cost valuable Anima. Generally, it is:
Normal missions cost 10 Anima.
Rare missions (silver dragon) cost 25 Anima.
Elite missions (gold dragon) cost 50 Anima.
Additionally, there are small increases when you add troops. Avoid rare and elite missions while saving Anima. You should only accept normal missions if they offer Anima as a reward. If you do this, you will even come out ahead in Anima during the adventures!
Avoid upgrades if unnecessary: This is generally self-explanatory, but it should be mentioned again. You can spend Anima on two types of upgrades.
You mostly receive full Anima reserves if you do not spend them on unnecessary things.
On the one hand, you can upgrade the Covenant set to item level 197. This is only worth it if you want to equip second characters or otherwise do not play any PvE or PvP content. Then it’s a worthwhile investment that can speed up farming Anima in the long run. Because with better equipment, you will also complete world quests faster.
The second type of upgrade involves the various buildings in your Covenant Sanctum. These consume large amounts of Anima. A single upgrade costs between 1,000 and 15,000 Anima. This is an investment that you should think carefully about.
Generally, it is not necessary to completely upgrade the Covenant Sanctum. Almost everything here is purely cosmetic, with few exceptions, such as a portal directly to Oribos. However, every player should consider upgrading because since April, there is a nice Anima bonus when evenly upgrading your sanctum (see above).
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One of the big advantages and at the same time the biggest disadvantages is the sheer amount of items that can be purchased with Anima. Depending on the covenant and class, there are about 300 different objects available to purchase. This can seem overwhelming and hinder motivation.
Therefore, you should set small, achievable goals for yourself and work through them step by step.
Choose what you want to buy first with your Anima. Maybe it’s a specific transmog set, an upgrade for a Covenant building, or a fancy mount.
It is much better for motivation to set small goals that can be achieved in the near future. You will see that you can fulfill your Anima objectives much easier if you think in small steps and keep cashing in small rewards.
Ultimately, you should realize that Anima is a long-term resource. It has been designed by Blizzard in such a way that you probably always have something you can buy with Anima throughout the duration of the Shadowlands expansion. If you really want to have everything, you should plan a lot of time and think carefully about how to proceed.
Are you still farming Anima? Do you have more tips and tricks on how to obtain the resource?
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Zombies create plenty of chaotic moments in Dead by Daylight. Yet one zombie pulls out all the stops, achieving almost 4 kills.
Zombies are currently terrorizing survivors in Dead by Daylight. At least a little bit. Actually, the shuffling undead aren’t that threatening, but every few matches, there are impressive moments where the AI zombies suddenly transform into real killer machines and take the work off the killer player’s hands. However, as strong as in a recent clip, you will rarely experience zombies.
What are zombies? Zombies are part of Dead by Daylight’s latest killer, Nemesis. He comes from the “Resident Evil” universe, infects survivors with the T-Virus, has nasty tentacle attacks – and of course, zombies. They usually shuffle passively and leisurely through the map and only become active when a survivor comes within range. Then they approach and attack, should they reach him. This either causes an infection with the virus or, if already infected, damage.
However, some zombies unintentionally prove to be so clever that they form a perfect symbiosis with the killer.
What happened? In the Dead by Daylight subreddit, player Simalf posted a clip showing him playing a round as Nemesis. He plays on the map “Father Campbell’s Chapel” and is in a good position, having hung a survivor in the basement.
Suddenly, one of the two zombies starts shuffling purposefully to the basement, and the killer follows him. Together, they can block the stairs. Simalf can only watch as the zombie lady does all the work for him, attacking both survivors and then landing a melee hit.
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That alone rarely happens – but shortly thereafter, a similar scene occurs again!
Thanks to the perk “Territorial Imperative,” Nemesis is alerted that another survivor has run into the basement to rescue his friends.
The zombie lady from before is right back and appears for another visit in the basement. Again, she manages to take down two survivors while Nemesis pulls the 3rd player out of the closet.
As if that weren’t enough, the undead lady comes to the rescue once more – as she reveals which closet a survivor is hiding in.
You will probably never meet a more effective zombie in Dead by Daylight.
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Does something like this happen often? No. In most matches, zombies have a minimal impact on the gameplay. In most cases, they are simply too slow or in the wrong place to pose a threat to survivors. They primarily serve as indicators to determine where the survivors are or to apply a bit of additional pressure when repairing generators.
For a zombie to behave so “perfectly” is rare. That’s probably also the reason why the clip has garnered more than 4,200 upvotes.
Have you ever had such an encounter with a zombie? Or have you always been able to easily outsmart the undead?
June brings two new MMORPG expansions and the release of two completely new games. Here at MeinMMO, we present to you the most important MMOs and online games that might be interesting for you this month.
What are these games? The selected games are online games that you can experience with friends or complete strangers. Each game celebrates its release in June 2021 or receives a major update with lots of new features.
We have mixed the selected titles and the order does not reflect any ranking. Generally, this list is about discovering new games and providing an overview of the upcoming month.
On the last page, there is also a small outlook on what else is happening in June.
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The Elder Scrolls Online – Release of the Blackwood expansion
Genre: MMORPG | Developer: ZeniMax Online | Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Stadia | Release Date: April 4, 2014 | Model: Buy-to-Play
What type of game is it?The Elder Scrolls Online is a theme-park MMORPG from ZeniMax, set in the world of Tamriel about 1,000 years before TES V: Skyrim.
You can experience the story of the MMO with other players or complete it alone. Due to a special technology, the world adapts to your level and progress in the story, while other players may perceive it differently.
This way, you can start right away with the areas of the latest expansion or explore the world from the beginning. When creating your character, you can choose from 10 races and 6 classes. The system is complemented by skill lines from various guilds that expand your character’s repertoire.
On June 1, the new expansion Blackwood was released for PC/Stadia, and on June 8, it comes for consoles. With Blackwood, there’s a lot of new content, including:
New antiquities that were introduced with Greymoor
Additionally, there will be new stories, quests, houses for housing, sets, and much more. With Blackwood, the tutorial of ESO is also being revamped, so newcomers should give the MMORPG a chance. But veterans will also benefit from the many new contents.
I had to accept the nearly 250 € for the purchase – I also didn’t want to hold anything “cheap”
Attaching and detaching at the desk is much easier than I remember from my old steering wheel
I am now confident that my gaming experience has improved so much that it justifies the price
With the new steering wheel, I currently mainly play Bus Simulator 2018 and have already had to put up with many remarks. But since as a bus driver, I also take on a form of a racing driver and bring my passengers swiftly from A to B, I can only laugh at the remarks.
If anyone wants to watch me drive with the new steering wheel, feel free to grab a free ticket and please sit in the back. Don’t stand by the doors!
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Have you also hesitated to buy certain hardware because you didn’t know if it was worth it?
Let us know your most important hardware purchases from the past months in the comments here and explain to us why they were so important. Maybe you’ll discover some tips or an argument that ultimately convinces you to make the purchase.
After years with the controller, I finally bought a steering wheel and pedals for my gaming PC and Xbox. I use it to play simulations like Bus Simulator, but also racing games like Project Cars 2.
I’ve had my gaming racing wheel for about three weeks now. And that, although I’ve loved and played racing games and simulators for many years. I hadn’t owned a steering wheel for my games for at least 15 years. I always thought it wasn’t worth it. “And then there’s the constant packing away when you finish the game.”
But I took the plunge and decided on the Logitech G920 after my research. Moving away from the controller, I went for the steering wheel + pedals. And what can I say? I love it. Let me tell you why the purchase was worth it for me and why I could throw my initial concerns overboard.
Why was the purchase so important?
This was the situation I was in: On my PlayStation 2, I played a lot of Gran Turismo 2 back in the day. For that, I invested my saved money and bought a steering wheel + pedals. It opened the door to a completely different world for me – before that, I couldn’t steer racing cars as precisely with my analog sticks.
But instead of later buying a PS3, I switched to PC. I played racing games there first with a keyboard, and eventually with a controller. Unfortunately, I couldn’t connect the old Thrustmaster setup from my PS2 to my PC, so it has been collecting dust by itself ever since.
My love for racing games remained. Need for Speed, GTA, Dirt – all sorts. Eventually, it expanded to simulators and as realistic games as RaceRoom Racing Experience. Today, I play GTA 5, Euro Truck Simulator 2, Bus Simulator 2018, and Project Cars 2.
That was the hurdle: I hadn’t bought a steering wheel for the PC all these years because
the good devices are quite expensive
they take up a lot of space on the desk and have to be put away again (inconvenient!)
I wasn’t sure if playing would actually improve so much that it justified a purchase
I often had Logitech or Thrustmaster products in my online shopping cart and thought: “Okay, it’s time.” But the points mentioned always kept me from buying in the end.
Then I bought a steering wheel: Upon closer consideration, I summarized what would speak for a purchase. My weekly gaming hours in ETS and Project Cars 2 were a significant factor. Plus, I was already eyeing Bus Simulator 2018, which my colleague Florian Franck made appealing (here you can listen to him philosophizing about bus simulators via (YouTube.com).
Now, everything spoke in favor of a purchase. I wanted to at least give it a try. If it’s not for me, it can always be returned or resold. Let’s Go!
There it is – Fresh out of the box
Which gaming steering wheel did I buy? Before I buy hardware, I first read up on the topic and decide beforehand where I want to land. It was clear to me: It can cost a bit of money, but I don’t need a professional part for more than 400 €. It should look “nice” and preferably also be usable on my Xbox.
After much back and forth, I finally decided on the Logitech G920. Initially, however, without a gear stick, as the paddles on the steering wheel are sufficient for me for now (and the set was not in stock at my trusted dealer).
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If you’re interested now, you should wait a little longer. Because on June 21 and 22, the Amazon Prime Day is coming up. Many offers in the gaming sector are expected. We don’t know exactly what will be on offer yet. But there’s a chance that you might get the Logitech G920 cheaper then.
Conclusion: I should have bought the gaming steering wheel earlier!
After just three weeks of use, I can say that the purchase was worth it for me. Especially because my gaming experience in my favorite games has drastically improved. I was aware that there is a different driving experience between controller and steering wheel + pedals. What I wasn’t clear about was how much that would affect my enjoyment.
I now play my favorite racing games much more often, can steer much more precisely in corners, and have a better feel for using the gas, brake, and clutch in video games.
For me, the purchase was so important because I now get to know the games I play passionately from a different, better side. That overshadows the setup and teardown and the purchase price for me. The fact that I can now play my favorite games with even more enjoyment justifies for me the title “most important purchase.”
I immediately noticed that GTA Online is absolutely not made for it. Or it requires a lot of getting used to, being driven with a steering wheel. It’s probably a mix of both, but I’d rather stick with the tried and tested controller for now.
Playing games like Project Cars 2, with the vibrations on the steering wheel and a clutch. It always puts a broad smile on my face.
I had to accept the nearly 250 € for the purchase – I also didn’t want to hold anything “cheap”
Attaching and detaching at the desk is much easier than I remember from my old steering wheel
I am now confident that my gaming experience has improved so much that it justifies the price
With the new steering wheel, I currently mainly play Bus Simulator 2018 and have already had to put up with many remarks. But since as a bus driver, I also take on a form of a racing driver and bring my passengers swiftly from A to B, I can only laugh at the remarks.
If anyone wants to watch me drive with the new steering wheel, feel free to grab a free ticket and please sit in the back. Don’t stand by the doors!
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The Shadowbringers addon of Final Fantasy XIV has published its last major content update. Join us as we look back at the sections of the MMORPG and vote for your favorite.
Here’s the deal: With Patch 5.55, the last major update in FFXIV was released before the next addon. The story of Shadowbringers is complete, the transition to the expansion Endwalker has been established, and the final significant content chunks are playable.
We can now look together at the past chapters of FFXIV and consider how they fared in comparison. After all, the MMORPG has a history of 8 years and 4 major segments behind it:
A Realm Reborn: The base game ARR tells the first major chapter of FFXIV. Our character, the newly appointed Warrior of Light, arrives in Eorzea and finds themselves in the midst of a war situation, as well as countless political intrigues and wicked schemes.
Heavensward: After the events in ARR, the rocky path leads the player character north to the nation of Ishgard. For a thousand years, the Ishgardians have been embroiled in a war against the dragons, built on lies. After a difficult journey and painful losses, we finally manage to end the war.
Stormblood: After victory in the north, the journey continues east. The nations of Ala Mhigo and Doma have suffered under the yoke of the Garlean Empire for many years. They plan a rebellion to finally be free, and the player character rushes to their aid.
Shadowbringers: In the last addon of FFXIV, the player character even gets transported to another world. The balance of elements in the first shard world is lost and everything is flooded with light. The inhabitants suffer and are hunted by creatures born from the light. And only the Warrior of Darkness can put an end to it.
The major segments of FFXIV all had their characteristics and appealed to some players more than others. But what about you? Which chapter of the MMORPG did you like the most so far? Let’s rank them together.
Here’s how you can vote: You can vote for your favorite in the poll tool below. You have only one vote to cast, so think carefully about which of the 4 major sections of FFXIV is your number 1.
Your vote cannot be undone.
Tell us: Which chapter of FFXIV has truly captivated you? Do you have a clear favorite among the listed ones, or is it hard to decide? What did you particularly enjoy? Let us know in the comments and reminisce with us about the past patches.
Here’s what’s next for FFXIV: This fall, the next addon for FFXIV named Endwalker will already be released. The release date is set for November 23, but pre-order customers can get early access starting on November 19.
The addon will conclude the major narrative arc around the gods Hydaelyn and Zodiark. There will be a great final battle that aims to answer many of the players’ questions. The journey will take players to new areas such as the island nation of Radz-at-Han, the ancient Sharlayan, and even to the moon.
The maximum level will be raised from 80 to 90, and two new jobs will be added: the Sage and the Reaper. You can find everything about the release of Endwalker in our hub:
The strategic team battle game Pokémon Unite was released in July 2021. We take a look at the costumes and outfits (skins) that trainers and Pokémon can wear in the game.
What’s new: Pokémon enters the MOBA genre and brings with it Pokémon Unite, an arena battler for Nintendo Switch as well as for Android and iOS. Those familiar with games of this genre know that cosmetic modifications of characters play an important role. The so-called “skins” change the appearance of the fighters, but not their strength.
For Pokémon Unite, some of the outfits that trainers and Pokémon can wear are already confirmed. Snorlax with floaties is just one of the highlights.
Costumes for Pokémon in Pokémon Unite
Where does the info come from? Some of the outfits were briefly seen in the new trailer for Pokémon Unite. The Japanese website for the game offers a closer look (via pokemonunite.jp). Colorful graphics showcase which costumes Pikachu, Snorlax, Gyarados, Mr. Mime, Machamp, and other Pokémon can wear.
Here’s how they look:
Skin for Gyarados
Skin for Snorlax
Skin for Machamp
Skin for Venusaur
Skin for Pikachu
Skin for Mr. Mime
Skin for Gardevoir
Skin for Talonflame
Skin for Cinderace
The skins for
Gyarados
Snorlax
Machamp
Venusaur
Pikachu
Mr. Mime
Gardevoir
Talonflame
Cinderace
They were also seen in the new trailer for Pokémon Unite in the game
Here are the swim skins for Snorlax, Machamp, and Gyarados in the game
Additionally, an official press release for the game reveals more about the skins:
In Pokémon UNITE, players have the opportunity to customize the appearance of their character as well as that of the Pokémon. Therefore, in “Unite Battles” not only fighting skills but also individual styles can be showcased. Thanks to “Holowear,” a special technology that uses “Aeos energy,” even Pokémon can wear various outfits. Additionally, players can customize the appearance and clothing of their character as well as their accessories so that they always look stylish. Players can also add a “Unite snapshot” to their profile, featuring their character and Pokémon. This photo can also be edited by changing the character’s facial expression or pose or by adding stickers. “Unite snapshots” can be viewed before the battle begins.
Source: Nintendo press release
The Aeos energy mentioned in this text is obtained through battles. When you defeat wild Pokémon or opposing Pokémon from other players, you can then pick up the Aeos energy. You need it to score points for your team in the “goal zones.”
By competing in battles, you earn in-game rewards. These unlock more Pokémon, outfits for trainers, and Holowear for Pokémon.
Can it be purchased as well? The official website of the game states (via unite.pokemon.com): “You can also unlock Pokémon and purchase items with real money.” What items exactly this involves and what prices they will have is still unclear.
Costumes for Trainers in Pokémon Unite
In line with your Pokémon, you can also outfit the trainers in the matching style. This includes cool Snorlax hoodies, leather jackets, and casual outfits.
We also get a first glimpse from the Japanese website of Pokémon Unite, where we have already seen insights into the skins of the Pokémon.
How do you like the costumes for the trainers? Do they match your style or do you have specific clothing that your avatar absolutely needs?
Do you have wishes for how further skins for your Pokémon should look apart from the trainer costumes? Let us know your opinion and your first impression of these outfits here on MeinMMO in the comments and discuss these contents with other trainers.
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Usually, in FIFA 21, the excitement tends to wane a bit towards summer. But this time, it’s somehow different, says MeinMMO author Max Handwerk. The culprit is: The European Championship.
What’s going on right now? Oh, folks. Football is happening! And it’s crazy. Just three or four weeks ago, the Euro vibe was barely above “frosty” for me. The tournament was on the horizon, but somehow, the anticipation just wouldn’t kick in.
But just in time for the Euro kickoff, things changed. The sun came out, moods improved, and the football spark reignited. During the Germany – France match, I found myself glued to the TV, even jumping out of my seat a few times when a high-quality chance was missed.
Not that there were many, mind you. The ball found the net three times: once from Hummels stunningly kicked into his own goal, twice from offside positions of the French.
But when Gnabry sent the ball just over the bar, Gosens jumped wildly into a cross, or when Mbappé sprinted across the field at about three times Mats Hummels’ speed, only to be stopped at the last second by a centimeter-perfect tackle from the center-back – that familiar, thrilling feeling was back. Football!
And as it often is when enthusiasm grips you, you have to channel it somewhere. In my case, that’s: FIFA 21.
Even though it didn’t work out in the Euro match: Scoring against France is fun in FIFA 21
How the European Championship makes FIFA 21 better
Is the Euro important for FIFA 21? Theoretically, FIFA 21 and the European Championship have little to do with each other, apart from the tournament-related “Festival of FUT” event. FIFA 21 doesn’t have the official license for the tournament, and there’s no specific Euro mode. Practically, however, the Euro is still noticeable.
This is the effect the Euro is having right now: For me, it manifests itself in the fact that I suddenly feel like rebuilding my Ultimate Team. Of course, I tweak my team all year round – but mainly with an eye on which players could perform well in FIFA 21. In Division Rivals and the Weekend League, one wants to win, after all. Accordingly, the lineup is quite firm, with only minor adjustments to the team.
But as summer approaches, after the TOTS event, the FUT mode traditionally loses a bit of competitive spirit. Suddenly, you don’t participate in every Weekend League and don’t feel the need to optimize your team as much.
Normally, at this point, I would simply stop playing FIFA on a larger scale, maybe just throw in a few matches now and then. But the Euro changes that. Because suddenly, players come into focus who usually aren’t on my radar. You start to wonder: What can Robin Gosens actually do in FIFA 21? Is Czech Republic’s top scorer Patrick Schick an interesting player? And is North Macedonia’s forward Goran Pandev still in FIFA 21?
I suddenly find myself experimenting with the team – which is much easier compared to the past weeks. After all, a large part of the cards on the transfer market is now extremely cheap and easy to acquire.
Unusual, strong cards inject some energy into the team
Then there are things like the Flashback Götze card, which brings back memories (“Do it! Do it! He’s doing it! Mario Götzeeeeee!!!”). Such players have to be added directly to the starting lineup. Also, crazy SBCs like the new Nations Player Challenge, where you can secure significantly improved, unusual players of the Euro, invite you to joyfully shuffle your starting lineup.
And finally, it’s simply fun to play with the national teams against friends and speculate on Euro results. Just throw in a few fun FIFA matches, without keeping an eye on Division Rivals or Weekend League… you usually do that way too rarely.
This is how the community reacts: You can also pinpoint Euro enthusiasm in the FIFA subreddit. The aforementioned SBC in the Swedish version is described by a user as the “perhaps coolest SBC they have ever released” (via reddit). Another hopes for more variants for the remaining nations (via reddit), and yet another praises: “This is really great content. I love things like this. Good players from less significant nations and leagues outside the usual bubble of player SBCs we know” (via reddit).
The Euro matches themselves also spark discussions and good vibes in the community. One of the most popular posts last Wednesday was about the topic: “Base Hummels just overtook my TOTY Mbappé and perfectly tackled him from behind. Uninstalled” – a reference to the described scene from the match between France and Germany (via reddit).
Mbappé demonstrated during the Euro that his speed in FIFA 21 is not made up
Below, players amuse themselves over the comparison between FIFA 21 and real football. France is described as the nasty elite player from the Weekend League, who always just defends and plays long balls to Mbappé. A Hungary fan, on the other hand, describes that his team faced a Portugal team full of meta players and lost due to cheap goals and a penalty – all with a wink.
In short: Somehow, the Euro is creating a lot of space for fun in Ultimate Team, which you hardly notice when you’re only focused on getting good results in the Weekend League. And so FIFA 21 suddenly becomes exciting again, even though I actually expected to set it aside slowly.
Let’s just hope this effect lasts a bit longer. Let’s just hope that Joachim Löw has thoroughly studied the Euro meta and has prepared his team excellently!
World ofWarcraft is full of famous quotes. But how well do you know them? Our quiz will test your knowledge.
In our community, we have some players who consider themselves true WoW professionals. But is that really the case? What do you really know and how well do you know the inhabitants of Azeroth and their quotes? Do you know who said these quotes or how to correctly complete them?
In our quiz, we want to test your knowledge of the Warcraft world.
How does the quiz work? There are two different types of questions. For some questions, you will see the complete quote and then you have to match it to who it originally comes from.
For some quotes, the speaker is mentioned, leaving a small gap within the quote. Here you have to choose the wording that correctly completes the quote.
All quotes come from the more well-known Warcraft universe. This includes the strategy games, World of Warcraft with all expansions, as well as accompanying trailers and cinematics. Those who have consumed all of these media should be well prepared for the quiz – but even with less knowledge, one can surely answer a question or two correctly.
So? Who said it? Can you match it?
The questions start easy, but the difficulty should increase throughout the quiz. At the end, you can see your score regarding how many questions you answered correctly. You will also receive a small assessment of your skills.
But enough of the chatter. It’s time to prove to yourself and the world what kind of Warcraft nerds you really are.
The Great Warcraft Quote Quiz
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Tyrande Whisperwind in World of Warcraft is getting a new model again. We show what the “new” Tyrande is all about.
Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination is finally on the way after many months of waiting. However, not all secrets are known yet, such as the 7-minute cinematics that we will see in the update. A small teaser shows a special highlight. The leader of the night elves is getting – once again – an update and shines in new splendor.
What was discovered? During a cinematic in Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination, Tyrande Whisperwind, the leader of the night elves and currently the Night Warrior, received a new model.
Tyrande’s new model in the cinematic – lots of runes.
Where was the model discovered? Basically, the model is not hidden but openly visible. On the official WoW website, there is a small video clip playing in the background of the presentation for Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination. This resembles the update’s presentation trailer but has an additional mini-scene. A camera move around Tyrande Whisperwind, the Night Warrior.
It is quite possible that the scene comes from an earlier version of the official trailer and was not meant to be on the website.
What do you see there? The round trip essentially shows only Tyrande’s face and parts of her upper body. She still has the black eyes of the Night Warrior, but she has a lot of blue glowing lines around her tattoos. Her body seems to be, apart from the tattoos, covered with the patterns of the Night Fae.
How did the model come about? So far, there is only speculation, as the final cinematic has not yet been released. However, we already know that the Night Fae covenant is trying to save Tyrande from destruction. Her powers as the Night Warrior are becoming increasingly unstable and threaten to destroy her from within. Therefore, Tyrande – partly against her will – is subjected to a ritual to contain the destructive powers of Elune.
It is likely that after this, Tyrande is covered with these blue runes, which visually also resemble almost all anima effects of Ardenweald. Presumably, these symbols help to protect Tyrande from destruction.
In Pokémon GO, trainers are struggling with the research “a seven-colored shadow Pokémon.” The task of battling another trainer in the Super League seems difficult to solve. We will show you how to do it.
What is it about? On June 17th, a new special research started in Pokémon GO. In the quest line “a seven-colored shadow Pokémon”, you are supposed to battle another trainer in the Super League in chapter 3. However, there are many questions regarding this task, as trainers in the GO Battle League are struggling to find the Super League.
We will show you how you can solve the research.
Fight against another trainer in the Super League
This is how you complete the task: You can easily complete “Fight against another trainer in the Super League” by challenging a friend to battle. You don’t even have to be in direct range of the player, but you can challenge them from anywhere.
Start Pokémon GO and open your friends list
Select a trainer who is currently online or one with whom you have previously arranged a battle
Then select the icon for “Battle”
When choosing a league, you should now select the Super League
Specify the Pokémon you want to use for the battle
Wait for your friend
Now fight each other
After the battle, the task will count as “completed,” and you can continue your research on Crypto-Ho-Oh.
What is the problem? On social media, you often read: “The Super League in Pokémon GO is not selectable” or “The Super League does not work.” The reason for this is usually that trainers press “Battles” in the game menu and then want to enter the GO Battle League.
However, in the Battle League, you currently do not have the choice between different leagues. The Hyper League is currently running, and that cannot be changed. Only on July 12 will the Super League be the focus of the Battle League again. So if you haven’t managed to battle a friend by then, you can complete the task in the Battle League.
Trainers are puzzled that Niantic has chosen a league as a requirement that is not currently part of the Battle League (via reddit.com).
The battles against the different team leaders in Pokémon GO do not count for the task. You must fight a “real” trainer for that. It doesn’t matter whether you win or lose. Just the battle is enough. If you want, you can also choose 3 Pokémon that have very low CP and defeat them in a few seconds.
This is what you need to know: Occasionally, trainers mention bugs where their task only counted as “solved” when they won the battle against the other trainer in the Super League. It’s best to coordinate with your Poké friends so that you can complete the quest quickly.
How do you like the new PvP task in the special research? Do you think it’s good that trainer battles are sometimes a requirement, or would you prefer to do without this type of content?
Write your opinion about quests like this in the comments here on MeinMMO and exchange ideas with other players on the topic.
In Fortnite Season 7 Chapter 2 has started and thus the map has changed. Which 5 landing spots are now among the best in Season 7? MeinMMO shows you which places are particularly worth visiting and especially where to find a lot of loot.
This is what’s happening in Fortnite: With the start of Season 7, the aliens are now on the map and are apparently planning a major invasion – at least this could be seen in the Season 7 trailer. But also the map has received some changes and is supposed to continue to evolve throughout the season.
Now that the map has been changed again, there are new places that players can land at. But what about the landing spots now? Which ones are particularly worthwhile in Season 7 and what makes them so good?
Since the map of Season 7 is still quite new and is expected to change further, we give you an initial impression of the best landing spots – we will adjust the article if something changes regarding the landing spots and their advantages over time.
Landing Spot 1: Corny Complex
What makes this place so special? Corny Complex is not a new place on the map, but its name has changed in the new season. If you look closely, you will see that there is a secret IO base with some secrets beneath the location. Together with the base, Corny Complex offers about 40 chests that you can loot.
You will get even more loot from the IO guards who patrol there – they drop special weapons that are not easily found otherwise. In addition, there is the mythical impulse rifle at this location, which is particularly strong. A visit to Corny Complex could be worthwhile. However, keep in mind that there are many opponents here.
Pro
Lots of loot
Central on the map
Mythical impulse rifle
Restart bus available
Many story hints hidden
Contra
Many opponents
Stressful fight
Corny Complex
Landing Spot 2: Believer Beach
What makes this place so special? In Believer Beach you will find a lot of loot, as there are 36 chests at this location. The town offers various buildings and items that you can chop down – there should be plenty of building material here. Landing here is particularly worthwhile if you’re traveling as a team.
Moreover, there are good fishing opportunities at Believer Beach since you are right by the beach. So if you want to fill your fish collection, you’re well taken care of here. In Season 7, this place received a makeover. There is apparently going to be a party soon to welcome the aliens – maybe it’s time for a visit to Believer Beach?
Pro
Lots of loot
Restart bus available
Many fishing spots
Plenty of building material
Contra
Can sometimes attract a lot of opponents
Believer Beach
Landing Spot 3: Misty Meadows
What makes this place so special? Misty Meadows is a well-known town in medieval style. Here you can find good loot opportunities as there are about 32 chests in the town. A restart bus is also available so that you can respawn your teammates.
The place is usually rather quiet and does not attract many opponents. Landing here can be suitable for solos, as well as for duos and teams – the many buildings provide enough loot opportunities for everyone.
Pro
Lots of loot
Enough materials to collect
Few opponents
Restart bus available
Contra
Rather far from the map center – problems with the deadly storm zone
Misty Meadows
Landing Spot 4: Boney Burbs
What makes this place so special? Boney Burbs is also known from Season 6, but in Season 7 it is a good landing spot offering some loot opportunities. Overall, you will find 29 chests there. There is also plenty of building material, as you can break down various buildings and items.
Boney Burbs features several buildings that are spaced further apart. So you can land here as a team without disturbing each other while looting. If you need to revive your teammates, you will also find a restart bus here.
Pro
Good loot opportunities
Lots of building material to collect
Central on the map
Restart bus available
Contra
Less action
Boney Burbs
Landing Spot 5: Lazy Lake
What makes this place so special? Now let’s talk about a place that most of you already know very well. Therefore, you probably won’t have to search long for the coveted loot here. Lazy Lake offers a total of 32 chests – a lot of loot for you and your teammates.
In addition, the place is rather central on the map, which pays off when the storm zone approaches and you don’t want to take damage. If you need to revive your teammates, you will also find a restart bus here.
Pro
Lots of loot
Central on the map
Restart bus available
Lots of building material to collect
Contra
Can attract many opponents
Lazy Lake
The new map of Fortnite in Season 7 offers several landing spots where you can start a match. Depending on your play style, the landing spot may vary. We have selected some spots for you that are particularly worthwhile due to their high loot count or the advantages they offer.
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Is your landing spot included here or do you have another special place that is your secret tip? Let us know in the comments which are your favorite landing spots in Season 7!
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