In Destiny 2 and Halo Infinite, a Season Pass should keep you engaged in the long term. But why are Guardians now demanding that Bungie take a page from the competition?
This is how players know the Battle Pass in Destiny 2: Guardians receive a new Season every three months. In line with the seasonal story, new activities, weapons, and a Battle Pass are introduced. The players of Destiny 2 are now enviously looking at the competition because the Battle Pass there is “much fairer” than they are used to:
A new Battle Pass comes to Destiny 2 every Season – tons of items wait to be unlocked through experience points.
Most of the items in the Battle Pass are purely cosmetic, like Emotes and Skins (Ornaments). However, weapons, boosters, and resources also entice players to level up.
There is (as in most games) a free track and a premium track. Those who pay receive access to both tracks and can grind up to level 100.
The seasonal Exotic and the legendary weapons are available for everyone in the middle, but the really cool items are only at the very end.
At the end of a Season, the Battle Pass disappears – everything that was not unlocked through experience vanishes into oblivion.
When the next Season starts, there is a fresh Battle Pass and the grind towards level 100 starts again.
This is what Halo does differently: During E3 2021, new details about the upcoming shooter Halo Infinite, set to release in autumn, were revealed. Especially the Battle Pass is already receiving praise. It does a few small things differently from Destiny 2, which are important to many: The Battle Pass is never taken away from the player.
“The player always comes first”
The Battle Pass of Halo Infinite is permanent. Even when a Season ends, you can always return to the “old Battle Pass” in the following Seasons and months. This way, you can specifically earn that one cool item for which you didn’t have time back then but still want to have.
It is even said to be possible to obtain a Battle Pass from the past retroactively. You can then level it up if you are not satisfied with the current one. This way, you can skip a Season (or if you started with the free multiplayer later), browse through the collection of passes, and choose your favorite. In Halo Infinite, you will likely only level one Battle Pass at a time.
The juiciest rewards are, of course, at the end of the Season Pass of Season 14 – but the 12 levels should be achievable in 69 days.
In grand fashion, Halo developer 343 Industries stated during the multiplayer presentation: “We have the player-first mentality” (via YouTube), putting the player first above all else. Whether this will actually be fully implemented in Halo Infinite remains to be seen at the release and in later Seasons.
This is how the Destiny community reacts to the competition
This is what the Guardians say: Everything that reduces FOMO is welcome to the players of Destiny. FOMO (Fear of missing out) refers to the fear of missing something. Bungie stumbled significantly last year with this “I was there at that one special moment” feeling, and has been backtracking since Seasons.
And according to the Guardians, Bungie should quickly follow the example of the Battle Pass from Halo Infinite:
“Yeah, Bungie should steal the Battle Pass from Halo Infinite” says Paul Tassi, who writes for Forbes (via YouTube)
On reddit, a corresponding thread quickly gathered almost 4,000 upvotes. In comments, the Guardians praise Halo and wish that Destiny 2 would take an example (via reddit).
Some users lament the current system: I’m still very disappointed that I missed the seasonal ornament from Season 8. I like the Titan set […] There was never an opportunity to catch up.
The Guardians would also welcome the ability to purchase old passes later. Since seasonal activities and quests no longer disappear after a Season, players could not only earn cosmetics but also replay the highlights of the Season. This would be great for everyone who took a break or is new to Destiny.
The “Titan Wings” from Season 8 are coveted, but no longer obtainable today.
Philipp says: Destiny author Philipp Hansen from MeinMMO has a clear opinion on this:
Sure, the Halo system cannot harm the Battle Pass of Destiny 2, but …
Bungie has significantly reduced FOMO. Through Umbral Engrams, there are weapons from old activities, and I have managed to push the Battle Pass to level 100 without any issues every time. Sure, I log in at least twice a week for a few hours. However, I understand the desire to catch up on old passes 100%.
However, I generally don’t feel that the Battle Pass is a very long grind in Destiny 2 – especially compared to Call of Duty.
I only play Warzone in CoD, but here every single level in the Battle Pass is a painstaking grind. Level 100 is likely just a distant dream for many casual soldiers – I have played every Season and haven’t even reached the maximum.
Since the coolest skins are, of course, waiting at the end, I would like to return to old passes instead of leveling the current one. But hey, anything that benefits the players is always welcome to me. Even if I think that other developers besides Bungie should take a larger page from the Halo Pass.
What do you think? Do you always reach the maximum level in the Battle Pass, or would catching up be very convenient for you? Are you doing well in Destiny 2 with free content and the free track, or are the paid contents significantly more worthwhile? Let us know in the comments.
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Patch 9.1 makes many things in World of Warcraft easier for “Mythic+” fans. The most annoying affixes are significantly weakened.
A new version of Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination has been deployed on the PTR and has brought a lot of balancing adjustments. In particular, the “Mythic+” affixes and some bosses are being targeted. The previously most annoying fights are becoming significantly more enjoyable. Additionally, there are changes so that tanks no longer have to kite as much as before.
What changes are made to the affixes? The different “Mythic+” affixes enjoy a varied reputation in the community. While some affixes are considered particularly simple and easy to play, others are hated and avoided because they bring little joy. Necrotic and Storming will be altered in Patch 9.1.
Necrotic: In the future, only every second melee attack from trash mobs will apply a stack of the Necrotic debuff to the target. Therefore, tanks can essentially bind the mobs for twice as long before the necrotic stacks become a problem. This rule already applied to necrotic in boss fights, and now it will be expanded to all trash mobs.
Storming: Storming was previously an affix that severely impacted melee players. Tornadoes routinely appear, swirling in various paths in the melee area, knocking players back and dealing damage. This affix will also be weakened. In the future, the tornadoes will only move clockwise, making them easier to avoid. Additionally, tornadoes will disappear as soon as they come into contact with a player. Last but not least, the damage dealt will also be reduced by 20%, and the speed of the tornadoes will be decreased.
Even Amarth is being targeted – a great help during “Tyrannical” weeks.
What changes are happening to the bosses? Even with the most challenging bosses during the “Tyrannical” weeks, there are some changes. These will help with particularly frustrating phases and should ensure a more balanced difficulty within the dungeons. The following are affected by the changes:
Hakkar (The Other Side): Hakkar now channels his Blood Barrier until players destroy it. Additionally, he no longer collects energy during his Blood Barrier. This avoids situations where one Blood Barrier follows another without any real progress. There is now guaranteed to always be a window before Hakkar has enough energy for another barrier.
Merchant Xy’exa (The Other Side): The Arcane Bolt now deals less damage, but the debuff has become a bit more severe. The additional damage taken increases from 3% to 5% per stack. Therefore, it is even more important to distribute the debuff well within the group.
Amarth (Necrotic Wake): Tormented Echos now deal about 20% less damage, making it significantly easier for the healer to handle.
Kryxis (Sanguine Depths): Kryxis’s Charge now deals about 20% less damage. This should make it easier to survive the attack even with one less player.
Hakkar is being nerfed – the end of endless “Blood Barriers”.
What do all these changes bring? Overall, the adjustments should ensure that certain bosses in the hated “Tyrannical” weeks cause less stress and melee players have a more enjoyable dungeon experience. In particular, the weakening of Necrotic should lead to tanks not having to jump around like a rubber ball through the dungeon to kite enemies forever.
However, keep in mind that the changes so far are adjustments on the PTR. Things may change before the release.
When will the patch be released? There is still no release date for Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination. However, it seems that all content is now available, and it is “only” about balancing. Therefore, we can hopefully expect a date in the coming days.
Do you think the nerfs to the dungeons are good and sensible? Or is this a case of “everything is being casualized in WoW”?
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The Elder Scrolls Online has been running for years and still looks good. But what if a version 2 is ever needed? This question was clearly answered by lead developer Matt Firor in an interview.
What was that interview about? In an interview with the website IGN, ESO lead developer Matt Firor discussed the studio’s plans to possibly create a second installment of ESO. After all, the demands of the community are rising, and at some point, the game might not be able to present a modern appearance with the current engine and technology.
ESO 2 would be as unnecessary as Netflix 2
What did the head say about ESO 2? When asked whether we would eventually reach a limit and have to completely rebuild the engine in a second version of ESO, Firor confidently shared the following statement:
We seem to be doing our job very well. In case you haven’t noticed, we are constantly tearing down the engine [and rebuilding it], one aspect at a time. The engine we have now is completely different from the one we started the game with. The [old engine] would never have worked at the scale we are currently operating. So we are continually active behind the scenes and making [the engine] better.
A major update for the ESO engine was recently shown at E3 2021. According to Firor, these updates have created entirely new challenges. For instance, they had to go without new animations for six months because they overloaded the memory of the old consoles. Only through further updates could this problem be circumvented.
ESO 2 is like Netflix 2: Overall, Firor seems to find the idea of an ESO 2 absurd in light of this development. He compares ESO 2 to Netflix 2:
So when it comes to ESO 2, it’s like … [like the question] when Netflix 2 is coming? Right? We are a service that players log into and play every day. As long as they continue to do that, we don’t need a second installment.
Subsequently, Firor also explained that there have actually been several versions of ESO if one looks closely:
In many ways, Orsinium, the DLC we released in 2015, was already something like version 2. And Morrowind was then version 3. Every year we make a new chapter update, and that’s not just new content. There are a lot of technical things going on behind the scenes that keep the game running and ensure that it stays relevant.
On June 25, 2021, the announced surprise event will start in Pokémon GO. As Niantic has now announced, it will revolve around the Pokémon Bidoof. We have gathered all the information about the event, the new charged attacks, and the strength of the little monster here for you.
What kind of event is this? This event was announced by Niantic earlier this month as a surprise event. It has now been officially confirmed that there will be an outbreak of countless Bidoof during the event period. Thus, the event is dedicated to Bidoof, and everything revolves around this little monster (via pokemongolive.com).
When does it start? The Bidoof event takes place in the following period:
Friday, June 25, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time until
Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 8:00 PM local time
New Charged Attacks for the Bidoof Event in Pokémon GO
What can you expect for the Bidoof event? As you are used to from similar events in the past, a lot of Bidoof will spawn in the wild during the event period.
Additionally, you can also encounter the little monster in raids, Team Rocket battles, or field research rewards. Niantic has also announced that you can obtain it in its shiny form for the first time.
Bidoof and Bidoof’s normal (top) and shiny (bottom)
What new charged attacks will Bidoof get? In addition to the introduction of its shiny variant, Bidoof will learn new charged attacks during this time and will be temporarily catchable with them. These are normally not available for Bidoof and are thus event-specific. We have listed which event charged attacks will be available below:
Event Charged Attack
Period
Shadow Ball
June 25, 2021, 10:00 AM to June 26, 2021, 11:59 PM
Thunderbolt
June 27, 2021, 12:00 AM to June 28, 2021, 11:59 PM
Ice Beam
June 29, 2021, 12:00 AM to June 30, 2021, 11:59 PM
On July 1, 2021, you can also teach your Bidoof these attacks using a Charged TM from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. After that, it is still possible with a Elite Charged TM. If you evolve a Bidoof into Bidoof during the event, it will receive the charged attack Hyper Beam.
Special Bonuses for the Bidoof Event in Pokémon GO
As Niantic has announced, there will again be some bonuses for trainers during this event (via pokemongolive.com). However, these will vary depending on the specific time. We have summarized what bonuses to expect during this event in Pokémon GO.
Bonuses
Period
double catch XP
June 25, 2021, 10:00 AM to June 26, 2021, 11:59 PM
triple catch XP
June 27, 2021, 12:00 AM to June 28, 2021, 11:59 PM
quadruple catch XP
June 29, 2021, 12:00 AM to June 30, 2021, 11:59 PM
Additionally, during the entire event period, special Bidoof stickers will be available at PokéStops and in gifts.
How strong will Bidoof and Bidoof’s be?
What kind of Pokémon are they? Bidoof is a Pokémon from Generation 4 and is of the Normal type. It learns the Quick Attack Tackle or Body Slam. For the charged attack, this Pokémon can usually learn Hyper Fang, Bite, or Rollout.
With 50 candies, you can evolve it into Bidoof. This Pokémon is also of the Normal and Water type and is from Generation 4. Its quick attacks are Aqua Tail or Body Slam. For its charged attack, it learns Hyper Fang, Hyper Beam, or Surf.
How strong are Bidoof and Bidoof’s: Both Bidoof and Bidoof’s are rather weak Pokémon. According to the overview from PvPoke.com, both have rather poor stats in terms of attack and defense (via pvpoke.com). As a result, they are also not able to hold up long against other Pokémon in PVP or Raids. For this reason, they are rather unsuitable for battling.
Furthermore, the new charged attacks that Bidoof can receive during the event only slightly strengthen this Pokémon in terms of PVP and Raids. Therefore, even with these attacks, it should not necessarily be used for battle. It is thus more suitable for completing the Pokédex and collecting shinies.
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What do you think of this event? Are you excited that Bidoof will finally be available as a shiny in Pokémon GO? Feel free to leave us a comment on which bonuses you would be particularly excited about for this event.
In the so-called Battlefield Briefing, the developers at DICE revealed some fresh details about the new Battlefield 2042. There was also a size comparison of the 7 starting maps with familiar maps from previous installments. How big are the upcoming maps?
Where does the information come from? At the E3 2021, the new Battlefield 2042 and many details about it were recently unveiled. Since then, we know, among other things: The new installment is said to elevate the term “large” for maps to a new level according to DICE.
Battlefield 2042 will start with “only” 7 maps, but some of them are significantly larger than anything the Battlefield series has seen before (excluding the map from the battle royale mode Firestorm from Battlefield V). On next-gen consoles PS5 and Xbox Series X, as well as on PC, up to 128 players can let loose on some of these maps.
And to give you a sense of the scale of the new maps: A graphic size comparison of the maps of Battlefield 2042 and popular maps from other series installments was shown in a developer stream on Twitch by DICE.
Here’s how big the maps of Battlefield 2042 are in comparison
What exactly can be seen? Here you can see how big the maps from Battlefield 2042 are in direct comparison to maps from various earlier Battlefield installments – including Battlefield V, Battlefield 3, and Battlefield 1942.
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Battlefield News has posted a size comparison overview here
So are the size proportions:
The map Kaleidoscope, which is small by Battlefield 2042 standards, many may already know from the reveal trailer. It takes place in a futuristic industrial district of a South Korean metropolis and is about a third larger than the map Rotterdam from Battlefield 5. Kaleidoscope is one of the developers’ favorite maps and is said to play like the popular “Siege of Shanghai on steroids”.
The smaller map Discarded is set on the coast of Alang in India and stands out primarily due to the many gigantic wrecks of old ocean giants. It is about 50% larger than the popular medium-sized map Noshahr Canals from Battlefield 3, which is set in an industrial port crisscrossed by canals.
The map Orbital takes place in French Guiana around a spaceport. Compared to the medium-sized map Narvik from Battlefield 5, it offers nearly three times the size but counts itself as “only” medium-sized in Battlefield 2042.
You battle it out in cities, the desert, the ice desert, and other varied locations
The map Renewal (here under the codename Borderline) is found in the Egyptian desert, where a massive wall separates dusty desert land from a high-tech agricultural zone. This map is nearly 2x the size of Arras from Battlefield V. Arras itself is one of the larger medium-sized maps.
The medium-sized map Manifest takes place around a harbor in Singapore – on Brani Island. It is about a third larger than the already large and very popular map Caspian Border by Battlefield 3.
The map Hourglass is set in the Qatari metropolis Doha and is one of the largest maps in the new Battlefield 2042. Compared to Hamada, one of the largest maps from Battlefield 5, this map is more than 2x its size.
The map Breakaway (here under the codename Irreversible), set in the vastness of Antarctica, will be the largest map at launch for the new Battlefield 2042. And if you compare it with El Alamein, one of the largest maps in the history of the Battlefield series, it comes nearly twice the size.
If you want to see what the action looks like in the new Battlefield 2042 and get a first glimpse of the massive maps, check out the first gameplay here:
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What do you think so far about the showcased maps from Battlefield 2042? What has been your favorite so far, which map are you looking forward to the most at launch? And how do you feel about the sizes of the new maps? Is there a “too big” for you? Let us and other readers at MeinMMO know in the comments.
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In Pokémon GO, the solstice event starts on June 17 and brings raids featuring Regigigas. You can even catch Shiny Regigigas. We will show you the start time of the event and all bonuses and special features.
What kind of event is this? The solstice event takes place regularly in Pokémon GO. All the special features are split and appear partially in the Southern Hemisphere and partially in the Northern Hemisphere. For us in Germany, the bonuses in the Northern Hemisphere are important.
We summarize all the details of the event here on MeinMMO.
Solstice 2021 – When does it start and what happens?
When does it start? The event begins on Thursday, June 17, at 10:00 AM local time. You have 3 days to make the most of the event. On Sunday, June 20, the solstice event ends at 8:00 PM local time.
What you need to know about Regigigas: The new raids featuring Regigigas are the focus for many players at the new event. You will encounter it from June 17, 2021, at 10:00 AM until July 1, 2021, at 10:00 AM local time in level 5 raids. With some luck, you might even catch the Shiny version of Regigigas.
In the following graphic, we show you Regigigas and Shiny Regigigas. This way, you have a comparison of how the two forms differ.
What are strong counters? You can rely on “fighting” in the raid, as Regigigas belongs to the “normal” type. Strong attackers include:
Machoke with counter and dynamic punch
Breloom with counter and dynamic punch
Hariyama with counter and dynamic punch
Tangrowth with counter and dynamic punch
Scizor with counter and close combat
Mewtwo with confusion and psycho boost
Lucario with counter and power-up punch
Blaziken with counter and focus blast
Gallade with low kick and close combat
Until July 1, you will also find field research focusing on raids.
What happens everywhere? Across the globe, wilderness spawns of Sunkern, Sunflora, and Seel are increasing. Snorlax is also expected to be present.
What happens in the Northern Hemisphere? If you play in Germany or Europe, then these bonuses for the Northern Hemisphere are interesting for you:
In the wild, you will encounter Yanma, Panflam, and the summer form of Sawsbuck. With some luck, you might also encounter Shiny Yanma
In raids, you will face Alolan Marowak, Yanma, and Lilipup – also Sunkern, Sunflora, and Klikk
What happens in the Southern Hemisphere? If you play in the Southern Hemisphere or have friends who invite you from there to raids, the following information is important:
In the wild, you will encounter Swinub, Snorunt, and Sawsbuck in its winter form – With some luck, you might encounter Shiny Swinub
In raids, you will face Lapras, Snover, and Swinub – also Sunkern, Sunflora, and Klikk
Field research tasks reward you with Swinub encounters and silver nanab berries
Buddy bonuses as accompaniment to the event
To make the event even more rewarding, the developers have come up with something for your buddy Pokémon.
Use these buddy bonuses: During the event, your buddy will bring you Poké Balls and other items more frequently. You should be well-equipped with items during the event. To do this, you only need to walk half as far with your buddy to earn hearts.
During the event, Sunkern and Sunflora will appear all over the world. After June 20, you will first encounter Sunkern only in the eastern hemisphere and Sunflora only in the western hemisphere.
In the coming weeks, some exciting events will start in the game. Niantic has already announced a Bidiza event that will start next week. You will be able to read about it soon here on MeinMMO.
We also have an overview of all events in June 2021 in Pokémon GO that we update regularly. This way, you will always be up to date and know what is happening next in the game and when you might need to keep dates free.
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A nerf for killers has incidentally buffed the most annoying item in Dead by Daylight. Survivors can now almost always guarantee their escape.
The latest patch of Dead by Daylight is live and brought the “Resident Evil” chapter. This not only introduced the new, cool killer Nemesis with his zombies, but also a small but hidden buff for the survivors. The already annoying key has become even stronger due to a perk change with the killers.
What is the key? The key is a versatile item in Dead by Daylight with different abilities. The key can temporarily show a lot through addons, such as:
Showing the aura of other survivors
Showing the killer’s aura
Showing the aura of the current obsession
Showing additional auras
Additionally, it has the most important ability that rare and very rare keys come with by default, while green keys require an addon:
Open the hatch.
What has changed? The change was made to the killer perk Franklin’s Demise. This perk was altered so that survivors drop their items upon being hit, and the item loses all its charges within a few seconds, making it unusable in most cases.
Previously, a hit survivor would drop their item, and if it wasn’t picked up again, it would be devoured by the Entity after a while and thus disappear from the game.
What effect does this have? Since the key only loses its charges, it remains as an item in the game world. No charges are required to open the hatch. A “blank” key is sufficient for that. Killer players have thus been robbed of their only means to remove a key from the game entirely.
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What problem does this create? A rather large one: Especially in the best ranks (Rank 1-5), there are now many groups that bring along 3 or even 4 keys to guarantee their escape through the hatch. As the killer has no chance to prevent this – except to “slug” all survivors so that no one can open the hatch – many games now end prematurely and rather unspectacularly due to the hatch. For survivors, this is of course a nice thing, but for the killer, it is quite frustrating – especially since some endgame perks, like Blood Warden, can be circumvented directly as a result.
However, the developers announced some months ago that they would overhaul keys and the hatch. When and how this will happen is still unclear.
What do you think of this change? Good and well thought out? Or somehow silly?
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Call of Duty is about to launch Season 4 on June 17. For Battle Royale Warzone and Black Ops Cold War, there will be fresh content. MeinMMO has reviewed the known information and unofficial leaks and summarizes everything in this article. If there are new updates, we will update the text accordingly.
Update June 17: Season 4 is live. You can find more information about the changes and content here:
What’s happening with Season 4? On Thursday, June 17, the new Season 4 will launch, and now it is also known what you can expect. In our overview article, you will find information about the content, details about the updates for Cold War and Warzone, as well as some leaks that were circulating ahead of the Season.
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Warzone / Cold War: Season 4 Info – Update, Preload, Roadmap
When does Season 4 start?
The new season starts on June 17, and the content is expected to go live at 6 AM.
What about a pre-load?
You can download the updates before the season starts. The pre-load for Cold War is already available. Warzone was supposed to follow this morning, but so far there is no pre-load.
How big will the updates be?
With the new season, there are larger updates for Cold War and Warzone. The developers have already released the update sizes:
Warzone Update Season 4
PlayStation 5: 11 GB
PlayStation 4: 11 GB
Xbox Series X / Xbox Series S: 11.2 GB
Xbox One: 11.2 GB
PC: 12.3 GB / 13.5 GB (with Modern Warfare)
Cold War Update Season 4
PlayStation 5: 30 GB
PlayStation 4: 15.5 GB
Xbox Series X / Xbox Series S: 31.0 GB
Xbox One: 17.7 GB
PC: 21.6 GB / 30.7 GB (with HD Pack)
We’ll link the roadmap for Season 4 here:
Battle Pass in Season 4
What does the Battle Pass bring? There will be a Battle Pass with 100 tiers for 1,000 CoD Points.
There is a free path in the Battle Pass that all players can access. In exchange for points and playtime, you can unlock some items from the pass for free. If you already know that you’ll be playing more in CoD Season 4, then the Premium Pass is worthwhile. It offers you more than 100 items to unlock throughout the entire season.
Overall, you can collect Battle Pass progress in three CoDs: CoD MW, Cold War, and Warzone share the Battle Pass. However, the contents are only for Warzone and Cold War.
Warzone & Cold War Battle Pass Season 3 with 100 tiers
Many operator skins with missions for even more skins
Calling cards / Emblems / Sprays / Talismans
Vehicle items like battle songs or skins
XP token for an experience points boost
10% experience boost on the Battle Pass
As soon as the content of the complete Battle Pass is known, you will find an article about it on MeinMMO.
Who is the poster boy / poster girl of Season 4? The seasons in Call of Duty usually have a face, with an operator being a bit in the spotlight of the story that runs in the background. In Season 3, it was the fighter “Wraith” – for Season 4, the villain “Jackal” is ready, which you can also see on the roadmap. You receive the operator with the purchase of the Battle Pass, and at level 100, there’s another skin for Jackal.
Find out in the outro cinematic for Season 3 how the story continues in CoD:
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Content for Cold War & Warzone – Weapons and Event for Season 4
What weapons are coming in Season 4? Call of Duty presents 5 new weapons that are coming to Cold War and Warzone in Season 4. In Warzone, there are actually 6 – the baseball bat from Season 3 will be added later.
MG 82 – LMG in the Battle Pass (Tier 15): High fire rate meets moderate damage and recoil
C58 – Assault rifle in the Battle Pass (Tier 31): High damage in close combat with low fire rate and small magazines
Nail Gun – Special weapon/SMG at the start of the season: Effective in close combat, appears in Warzone as a submachine gun
OTs 9 – SMG during the season: High damage and recoil but small magazines and range
Club – Melee weapon during the season: Dismantles enemies in multiplayer with one hit
Ground Fall – Event at launch: In Cold War and Warzone, an event will be available at the launch of the new Season 4. You can unlock cosmetics through gameplay challenges.
Bonus – Possible content for Modern Warfare & Warzone: As a little extra, CoD MW might shine again with a small content update. A purchasable bundle with the popular operator Soap has appeared, and as a weapon blueprint, there is a skin for the CX-9 weapon.
The submachine gun is not yet fully available in the game and is only part of the survival mode of Modern Warfare. Similar to the Sykov pistol just before the end of Season 2, CoD MW might suddenly bring the new weapon together with the operator soon. You can find the bundle with the CoD Tracker (via cod.tracker.gg)
Cold War Multiplayer gets 5 Maps in Season 4
What’s coming for multiplayer in Season 4? At launch, there are 2 new 6vs6 maps for multiplayer, one multi-team map, and a small gunfight map:
Collateral Strike – 6vs6: Desert map, apparently with buildings
Collateral – 12vs12: Larger version with vehicles
Amsterdam – 2vs2: Small city map
Hijacked – 6vs6: Classic from Black Ops 2 on a large yacht
During the season, another 6vs6 map called Rush will be released. The map is also known from Black Ops 2 and takes place in a paintball area.
What about scorestreaks for Cold War? Season 4 brings the new scorestreak “Hand Cannon” into the game. This powerful pistol gives you 8 bullets in the magazine that can take out enemies with one hit. In addition, the weapon is supposed to be strong against scorestreaks that operate from the ground – for example, the turret.
Zombies Mode expands Outbreak and shows East Berlin
What’s coming for the zombie mode in Season 4? At launch, there is a new map and the second main quest for the Outbreak mode. The new map takes you to a zoo, as briefly seen in the trailer. With the main quest, the zombie story continues and at the same time prepares the new round-based survival map – Mauer der Toten.
For the mid-season update, the next big zombie map is expected, which will take you to a zombie-infested East Berlin.
Furthermore, the developers have already announced new equipment and wonder weapons. However, the roadmap does not provide any hints. Possibly these innovations will come with the mid-season.
The equipment could be one of the 3 missing perks. You get them in the zombie mode via colorful drink cans, and the corresponding drink machine has 3 free slots left. Leakers suspect that the placeholders represent the perks:
Double Tap Root Beer – Increases fire rate
PhD Flopper – Prevents incoming damage from your own weapons
Mule Kick – You can carry 3 weapons
Which perk comes is uncertain. But for some leakers, “Double Tap” currently makes the most sense.
Warzone with new fast travel system and fresh Gulag
Update June 15: In Warzone, there’s a lot going on right from the start of the season:
Satellite crashes change the map
Motorcycles as new vehicles
Fast travel system “Red Doors”
New Gulag in the style of the Hijacked map
Downtown skyscraper
Map Change: In the background story, the henchmen of the Soviet spy “Perseus” continue their dark plans. A few American satellites are in the way, and the villainous showcase operator of Season 4, Jackal, lets the orbital devices crash directly over Verdansk. The satellite crashes provide new locations on the large Warzone map. A small impression of this was already given by the first trailer of Season 4.
New Vehicle – Motorcycle: Warzone is getting new drivable vehicles. The “Dirt Bikes” will be the fastest vehicles in Warzone and are expected to have special handling characteristics. Drifting, sliding, leaning – the bikes will be very mobile and also allow you to perform “sick stunts”. You can also take a teammate with a strong stomach along.
Fast Travel System: With the “Red Doors”, a new fast travel system is likely to come to Warzone. The blog post about Season 4 does not reveal all the details yet, but it sounds like the system has a certain random factor.
New Gulag: The current Standoff Gulag is disappearing and making way for a new Gulag, which is also based on a classic CoD map: the Hijacked Gulag. The new duel arena is modeled after the upper deck of a yacht.
Downtown Tower: The large skyscraper in the middle of Downtown will remain in Season 4. The skyscraper came into play as
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In Pokémon GO, you will encounter the Regi Trio in June 2021. We will show you all events, spotlight hours, raid hours, and what else to expect in the coming weeks.
What is it about? Developer Niantic has now announced the events confirmed for June 2021. Here on MeinMMO, we will show you all spotlight hours, raid hours, and other events like “A Very Slow Discovery” and the “Solstice Event” in the overview.
We will regularly update this article for you, so you can always use it as a resource for event information.
Update from June 16: We have updated the article for you. Recently, Niantic announced details about the Solstice Event, which will start on June 17. We now also know the new Pokémon for the Level-5 raids starting June 17. A Bidiza event will start the week after the Solstice.
June Events 2021 Overview:
Here are the events: In the following table, you will find the exact time frame and the names of all events happening in June 2021. Below the table, we will show you the highlights of the month that you shouldn’t miss.
Community Day with Kaumalat: The Community Day with Kaumalat on June 6 is the perfect opportunity for you to secure strong attackers for your raid teams. Kaumalat’s evolution, Knakrack, is one of the best Dragon attackers in Pokémon GO and should be in every trainer’s collection. Additionally, you have the chance to secure a coveted Shiny. For many trainers, this is a must-have event because Kaumalat is otherwise significantly rarer to find.
A Very Slow Discovery: The event starts on June 7 at 10:00 AM and brings Galar Flegmon, Galar Lahmus, and Mega Lahmus to Pokémon GO for the first time. The spawns during the event will focus on “slow” Pokémon, and you can expect a collector’s challenge with Flegmon.
The Solstice Event: You already know this event from past years. Trainers in the Northern Hemisphere will encounter summer Pokémon starting June 17, while trainers in the Southern Hemisphere will encounter winter Pokémon. On June 16, there are expected to be further details about the event.
Which of the events in June 2021 in Pokémon GO are you most looking forward to? Do you have any particular spotlight hours that you absolutely want to attend, or is your focus more on the new raid bosses that await you in-game?
Share your thoughts with us here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange ideas with other players about the upcoming events.
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Many users are eagerly waiting for the release of the Nintendo Switch Pro or at least for an official presentation of Nintendo’s new console at E3 2021. MeinMMO presents all the information we already know.
The Nintendo Switch was released in March 2017 and achieved great success. Nintendo released the Switch Lite in September 2019, introducing a weaker version.
Many users are currently waiting for Nintendo to finally announce a Nintendo Switch Pro. A Pro version is supposed to be more powerful and offer more features than the existing Nintendo Switch.
In our article, we summarize all the important information and rumors about the Nintendo Switch Pro.
Price, release date, and further information
Specifications and design
Backward compatibility and exclusive games
However, please note that the Nintendo Switch Pro has not yet been officially announced or confirmed. MeinMMO is collecting for you information, rumors, and leaks regarding the new console. There is currently no verified information available.
If Nintendo officially presents the Pro version, we will update the article.
Update: 15.06.2021: Nintendo Direct is now over. Unfortunately, there was no announcement or confirmation of a Nintendo Switch Pro. You can find a summary of the Nintendo Direct here on MeinMMO.
The article was published on June 10, 2021. On June 15, we added some information and also hints regarding the Nintendo Direct.
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Nintendo Switch Pro: Price and Release Date
What will the Nintendo Switch Pro cost? So far, no official price for the Nintendo Switch Pro has been announced, but a leak has revealed more (Via Gizchina.com).
According to a leak from a French retailer, the Nintendo Switch Pro is said to cost 399 euros. This means the Pro version would cost 100 euros more than the normal version.
When will the Nintendo Switch Pro be released? As of now, there is no official release date. Speculation began in 2019.
Many sources suspect that the Nintendo Switch will be released in 2021. Other sources state that the Switch Pro is expected to launch in September/October 2021 for the holiday season (via Bloomberg.com).
However, against a release in September or October is the fact that Nintendo released the normal Switch in March 2017 and chose against other release practices.
When can I pre-order the Nintendo Switch Pro? So far, there has been no official announcement or date for pre-orders. Also, the rumors that one could pre-order the Switch Pro as early as June have not been confirmed.
How available will the Nintendo Switch be? Currently, there are fears that the Switch Pro might be hard to come by. The semiconductor shortage in the industry affects not only graphics cards, PS5, and Xbox but likely also the production of the portable console.
The current Nintendo Switch is already in high demand, and the price remains stable at around 300 euros for the regular console. With a Switch Pro that could offer more performance, a better screen, and additional features, interest is correspondingly high.
When might there be information? Nintendo will hold a “Nintendo Direct” stream on June 15, in the same week as E3 2021, during which it will introduce new games for the Switch. Perhaps information about the Nintendo Switch Pro will be presented here. At least a possible presentation of the Switch Pro at E3 is among the hottest rumors.
Switch Pro – Specs and Design
With the Switch Lite, Nintendo used similar hardware as the regular Switch, but did without a docking station and other features.
What specs does the Switch Pro offer? There is expected to be a significant upgrade for the Switch Pro if we are to believe the Japanese site Gamepedia (via Gamepedia.jp):
The RAM is expected to double from 4 to 8 GB in the Pro.
The internal storage is expected to increase from 32 GB to 128 GB.
The Switch Pro is expected to have a better screen with a native resolution of 1440p
A new Nvidia chip is expected to be used in the Switch Pro, offering DLSS 2.0 and the ability to upscale to 4K. However, 4K resolution is expected to be possible only through the docking station on a TV.
What does the Switch Pro look like? So far, there are no official pictures or other hints about the design of the Pro model. Many speculate that Nintendo is likely to remain true to its old design.
Some fans have already let their imaginations run wild. They have published various “Switch Pro” designs on Twitter:
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However, there are already some reports that Nintendo plans to revise the console and the docking station:
The current USB ports are expected to be upgraded to USB 3.0.
The docking station is expected to feature an Ethernet port for wired internet, which should facilitate large downloads.
New display for the Switch Pro? The Switch Pro is expected to have a 7-inch OLED display from Samsung. The current Switch has a 6.2 inch LCD display (via Bloomberg.com).
An OLED display would have several advantages. An OLED display consumes less power, offers higher contrasts, and has a faster response time than an LCD. This should be especially good news for fans of competitive games.
The Nintendo Switch Pro is expected to feature ray tracing and DLSS
The current Nintendo Switch uses a custom Nvidia Tegra processor for graphics.
The Nintendo Switch Pro is also expected to use a Nvidia graphics chip again. A new graphics chip is expected to not only support Nvidia’s DLSS technology but also support 4K resolution.
What is DLSS anyway? With Nvidia DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), the game is calculated internally at a lower resolution and upscaled to a higher resolution such as 4K using AI algorithms to increase the FPS. Our colleagues from GameStar are positively surprised by the advantage (via GameStar.de).
What does DLSS bring? With DLSS, there is an easy way to significantly increase FPS while maintaining quality.
Nintendo Switch Pro – Backward Compatibility and Exclusive Games
Is the Nintendo Switch Pro backward compatible? All previously known games for the Switch should function as usual on the Nintendo Switch Pro. However, whether older games from other Nintendo consoles will run on the Switch is still unknown.
Will there be exclusive games for the Switch Pro? According to industry insider Nate Drake, there are expected to be exclusive games for the Nintendo Switch Pro (via resetera.com). Some developers may leverage the improved hardware of the Switch Pro for their games.
However, these games likely won’t work on the normal Switch. But there is currently no reliable source for this.
In particular, Nvidia’s DLSS technology is expected to function only on the Switch Pro, as Nvidia cannot activate the technology retroactively on the current Switch.
What will happen to the old Nintendo Switch? Some users suspect that Nintendo will focus on the production of the Switch Pro and the Switch Lite, while phasing out the regular Nintendo Switch. However, these are all speculations and nothing has been officially announced.
This approach wouldn’t be unlikely, as Nintendo has already done so with the New 3DS, stopping production of older 3DS versions.
At the end of the Nintendo Direct, at the E3 2021, Nintendo showed a short teaser for the sequel to Zelda: Breath of the Wild (BOTW 2) and revealed when it is coming out. Now you finally get to see the first scenes of exactly the game that most of you have been waiting for.
Was a release date for BOTW 2 shown? 2022 – there is no exact release date, but at least a timeframe for next year.
In the press release for Nintendo Breath of the Wild 2, it also states that the release is only targeted for 2022. So it could well be that the game comes out in 2023.
But at least, there was fresh gameplay to see.
New gameplay trailer is a rendered video
In the new teaser for the sequel to Breath of the Wild, you see the protagonist Link on a new adventure. However, not much is revealed about the story – we still do not know how it continues after the first part.
The short gameplay scenes show some of the abilities from Breath of the Wild, such as the Stasis skill, with which Link can shoot objects around and eliminate enemies. However, it apparently is rendered gameplay, not live gameplay.
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Here is fresh gameplay from Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2
In the last scene, the castle is visible, hovering over shadowy tentacles. So Ganon does not seem to have been completely defeated.
However, what is interesting is the choice of title. The teaser refers to the “sequel to Zelda: Breath of the Wild” and does not explicitly mention Breath of the Wild 2. So the title apparently is still pending, but it should be clear that this is definitely the second part.
Breath of the Wild 2: Announcement excites tens of thousands
The trailer for the new Zelda has already received over 70,000 likes on YouTube in less than 40 minutes after its release, with just 500 downvotes and over 500,000 views (as of 19:25). Thus, the trailer is one of the most successful of E3 2021.
If you missed what else Nintendo has in store amidst all the commotion in Zelda, you can find an overview of all announcements from the Nintendo Direct in our special:
On June 15, another highlight of the E3 2021 takes place with the Nintendo Direct. MeinMMO follows the event live with this ticker and ensures that you do not miss any important announcements or trailers.
Today, on June 15, the last major event of the E3 took place with the Nintendo Direct. After Microsoft and Bethesda, Ubisoft,
Gameplay for Breath of the Wild 2 and a new Metroid
Key information from the Nintendo Direct summarized:
6:35 PM: A new retro console “Game & Watch” is coming to play 3 old games from Legend of Zelda. Additionally, there is a special version with Link as a playable character. The console also features a playable clock. Release on November 12, and it is supposed to cost 50 dollars.
The 3 games from the “Legend of Zelda” series are
“The Legend of Zelda”
“Zelda 2 – The Adventure of Link”
The Gameboy version of “The Legend of Zelda – Link’s Awakening”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_bqCHTJUHI
6:35 PM: On July 16, Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword HD will be released. This is a remaster of the 2011 video game.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3WQ5fiTKwc
6:34 PM: The trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Expansion Pass is shown. In Hyrule Warriors you lead your fighters through the battle, as the fate of Hyrule hangs by a thread.
You play as Link and Zelda, who, along with the four champions of Hyrule and Impa, try to save the kingdom from destruction.
To do this, you destroy armies and mighty monsters. The battles take place in different locations throughout Hyrule. Collect new weapons to take on powerful opponents.
In the Expansion Pass, you will find:
Ancient Helm Prototype
Ancient Armor Prototype
Ancient Leg Guards Prototype
Ancient Sword Prototype
Wave 1 (from June 2021) “Ancient Life Signs”:
Expanded Character Roster
New Weapon Types
New Challenges in the Royal Institute
New Powerful Opponents
Wave 2 (from November 2021) “The Guardian of Memory”:
New Character Episodes
New Battles
Expanded Character Roster
New Combat Abilities for existing characters
This is the first wave of new DLCs that are supposed to come for the game. The Expansion Pass releases on June 18.
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6:33 PM: The last announcement of the day is coming.
6:32 PM: Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp releases on December 3.
In Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp, you take on the role of a tactical advisor. You must move land, air, and naval units across the battlefield. In the process, you eliminate enemy troops and capture cities and bases. Weather and terrain can influence the course of battles.
The remake includes two campaigns featuring events from Advance Wars and Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYTbqZ7dO8s
6:32 PM: Mario+Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is shown. The new installment of the series was already part of the Ubisoft show. It releases for the Switch in 2022.
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6:32 PM: Strange Brigade is an action-adventure game where you also have to solve puzzles. You can play it solo and in co-op. It is being released today.
6:30 PM: The Doom Eternal DLC The Ancient Gods Part 1 is being released today on the Nintendo Switch. For other platforms, the DLC of the shooter was already released in 2020.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21LtVHMRJEc
6:28 PM: Now a trailer for Fatal Frame Maiden of Black Water is being shown. This is a survival horror video game developed by Koei Tecmo and released for the Wii U. The game is coming to the Nintendo Switch later this year.
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6:26 PM: Danganronpa is coming to Switch. With Danganronpa Ultimate Summer Camp, 5 popular characters return in a new game. The release is scheduled for 2021.
In addition, with Danganronpa Decadence, a collection of 3 classics is coming to the Switch:
Danganronpa is a visual novel in anime style. In most parts, you play as a student of the Elite Class Hope’s Peak. They become somehow involved in a murder and are later not allowed to be convicted.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POOZhPu73Bc
6:25 PM: But no Persona. Shin Megami Tensei 5 is set to release in 2021 for Nintendo Switch. The game continues the RPG series and takes place in modern Tokyo. It utilizes mechanics like summoning and fusing demons that previous games had.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT8HRwuKoRk
6:22 PM: The next trailer is shown and it looks like a Persona.
6:21 PM: A new trailer for Wario Ware: Get it Together is shown. Up to 2 players can play together. Release is on September 10.
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6:19 PM: Now the trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is being shown. Co-op multiplayer has been confirmed again. Release is on July 9, and a free demo starts on June 25.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alcWNSs52ro
6:16 PM: Now there is an overview of known games that are coming back to Nintendo.
So on November 4, the new Just Dance 2022 is being released
Dragonball Z Kakarot releases on September 24
Mario Golf: Super Rush releases on June 25 and can already be pre-ordered
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqjgztPk1pQ
6:16 PM: In addition, Amiibos for Metroid have been announced:
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6:15 PM: Fans of Metroid were hoping for Prime 4. But Nintendo is instead bringing a Metroid that was announced 15 years ago.
Metroid Dread releases on October 8, 2021. It will be the first 2D platformer in 19 years. Release is on August 10, 2021, and it continues the series from Metroid, Metroid 2, Super Metroid and Metroid Fusion.
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6:10 PM: Mario Party Superstars is shown. This seems to be a new game in the series where you can once again walk around on a game board. There will be an online mode to play with friends. The release is on October 29.
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6:09 PM: The trailer for Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania has been shown. In this game, you are a monkey in a ball rolling through various tracks. The game celebrates the 20th anniversary of the series and features high-definition remasters of the games:
Super Monkey Ball
Super Monkey Ball 2
Super Monkey Ball Deluxe
The package includes a total of 300 levels and mazes, 12 mini-games, and local co-op for up to 4 players.
Release is on October 5.
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6:09 PM: Worms Rumble, the popular party game, is coming to Nintendo Switch on June 23, and there is cross-platform gameplay. In addition, there is a special character exclusively for Switch users.
6:08 PM: Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy was shown again. The game will come to Nintendo Switch on October 26. It will be a single-player action game that follows its own story, similar to Marvel’s Avengers.
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6:06 PM: Another trailer is being shown. Life is Strange Remaster and Life is Strange True Colors are coming to Nintendo Switch. True Colors releases on September 10, and the remaster comes “later this year.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Po4zG-PcVTE
6:04 PM: Another video shows Kazuya’s abilities in Smash Bros. Ultimate. More details will come at a later time (likely not today). It is still unknown when the character will appear.
6:03 PM: The first trailer is shown. This shows the character Kazuya from Tekken throwing other characters off a cliff. Apparently, Kazuya is coming to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
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5:46 PM: The Nintendo Direct makes headlines right away, as content creators are not allowed to restream the event. Twitch itself has announced that they will not be hosting their stream on /twitchgaming for this reason.
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When does the ticker start? We from MeinMMO will accompany the event from about 5:45 PM in the live ticker. We will summarize all important information, release dates, and trailers for you.
You can also live tune into MAX and observe all the information and the live reactions of some editors from Webedia. We have embedded the corresponding Twitch stream for you:
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What could you expect in the livestream? As is always the case with E3 conferences, fans of Nintendo are currently discussing hotly what we can expect during the presentation. Among the hottest rumors are:
A new version of the Switch
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2
Various Pokémon games
News on Bayonetta 3
Updates on other Nintendo IPs such as Splatoon or Metroid Prime 4
We have created a survey in which you can tell us what you expect from the Nintendo Direct:
The E3 and also some related events, such as the Summer Game Fest, have been running for several days and have had exciting announcements. We have compiled the most important news for multiplayer fans here:
The action MMO Destiny 2 starts a new week on June 15. A new visit to the raid “Glass Chamber” is worth it, as the challenge mode goes live today and offers additional loot. What other reasons does the reset offer for Guardians to log in?
What’s happening in Destiny 2? Currently, everyone is in E3 fever, while Bungie continues quietly through Season 14 in Destiny 2. Fortunately, the new reset won’t be as quiet:
Destiny 2 makes a visit to the Glass Chamber more exciting: Starting today, you can try your hand at challenges.
It all begins on June 16 in the Conflux phase. During the challenge “Wait for it…” you may only kill Wyverns during the encounter when they begin to sacrifice themselves at the Conflux. Tricky, as if the sacrifice succeeds, you’ll need to wipe.
Every following week, a special challenge is active in a different encounter. These are the same challenges that the best Guardians had to struggle with during the first 24 hours after the raid opened.
If you’d rather hack than raid, you can look forward to a new Purge mission in the Vex network.
Additionally, the surprisingly good story of the Season of the Splicer continues. Will the civil war finally break out, or will intrigues continue to be spun? So visit the Splicer Servitor and complete its tasks to stay updated.
What are raid challenges? Those who already know the raids in Destiny by heart can try their hand at raid challenges. Depending on the raid, these challenges look different but always require an additional condition that complicates the fight.
What’s the point? For loot and recognition: If you fight through the extra-hard encounter, you’ll receive an additional chest with raid loot. Another chance, then, to obtain the iconic weapons like Fatebringer. On top of that, each challenge is associated with a triumph – these triumphs are also needed to carry the prestigious title “Fatebreaker” from the Glass Chamber next to your name.
A look at the roadmap of Season 14 also reveals that later this summer, further difficulty levels for the Glass Chamber will go live. If you want to enrich yourself with the hidden chests in the raid, you can find a comprehensive guide here:
Fallen into Disgrace (The Witch in the Cosmodrome)
This week, you only have the chance to obtain the sniper rifle Uzume RR4 here.
Playlist Strikes with these modifiers are waiting for you:
Voidburn
Stasis Burn
Blackout
The Void Burn remains the same throughout the week, while the other 2 rotate daily at 7 PM.
The strike “Fallen into Disgrace” is basically Omnigul 2.0 – but the witch is now called Navôta
Crucible: In PvP, Lord Shaxx engages you with these modes:
Private Match
Rumble
Control
Elimination
Glory Survival
Glory Survival: Freelance
Team Scorched
Petra Venj can be found at the top of the pavilion in the area “The Shore” – the Dreaming City starts Curse Week 1 of a new cycle. The 2nd Ascendant Challenge is active.
Sources for top loot in Season 14 of Destiny 2
This is the new max level: In the Season of the Splicer, the maximum power level of your gear rises to 1,320. This is a fairly small jump of just +10 (from the previous Season 13). This is intended to reduce the annoying grind, and if you were diligent in Season 13, you only have to play the top activities to push your level.
Here you will find top loot (Pinnacle Gear) that can take you over 1,310:
Reached at Dusk: Firetest at least 100,000 points as a team (+2)
During the Nintendo Direct at the E3 2021, Nintendo announced another installment of a highly anticipated series: Metroid. But instead of the desired Metroid Prime 4, there was Metroid Dread – the unexpected fifth installment.
This is the announcement:
Nintendo presented the new Metroid Dread with a short gameplay trailer on the evening of June 15.
The new Metroid Dread is already the 15th installment of the series when taking various spin-offs and side stories into account.
Metroid Dread is the first 2D platformer in the series in 19 years, which also continues the story.
The game is also intended to be suitable for players who have never played a Metroid installment.
When is the release for Metroid Dread? On October 8, 2021, for Nintendo Switch. The official site lists the download size as 6.9 GB (via Nintendo.com).
In 2019, Senior Managing Executive Officer Shinya Takahashi stated that the development of Metroid Prime 4 did not meet Nintendo’s standards (via YouTube.com). The game was to be restarted from scratch.
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Metroid Dread is, however, not the expected installment, but Metroid 5 – meaning it continues the main series, not the Prime series. The Prime games are 3D adventures, not 2D platformers. Development on Metroid Prime 4 is currently in progress.
Metroid Dread was supposed to be released in 2006
Fifteen years ago, a Metroid Dread was supposed to be released, back then for the Nintendo DS as a successor to Metroid Fusion for the Game Boy Advance from 2002 (via IGN.com). However, that has not happened yet.
Since the new installment is named the same, it is reasonable to assume that precisely Metroid Dread is now being released. The official press release states that Metroid Dread from 2021 is this installment that follows the one from 2002 (via Twitter.com).
According to the developers, the technology 15 years ago was not good enough to carry on the spirit of Metroid. So they waited – until now. Dread has even exceeded the expectations of the developers.
And what about Metroid 5? This is perhaps the strangest part of the entire announcement. Before there was even anything to see regarding Metroid Prime 4 or Dread, the trailer prominently featured the text “Metroid 5”.
However, this is not an announcement of a new game, but apparently refers to Metroid Dread itself. Metroid 5 and Metroid Dread are essentially the same game.
If you want to see more announcements from Nintendo, check out our ticker. There you will find all announcements regarding the Nintendo Direct at E3 2021:
The latest chapter of Dead by Daylight has been released. You can play as the Nemesis from Resident Evil – and there are even zombies!
The latest chapter of Dead by Daylight is live. In the “Resident Evil” chapter, there are three new characters. The new killer “Nemesis” comes with nasty ranged attacks and zombies, while Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy join the survivors. For the first time, survivors now have – through perks – a kind of weapon they can use to slow down the killer.
This is what Nemesis, the new killer, can do
The Nemesis becomes stronger as his mutation rate increases. This grows as more survivors become infected with the T-Virus. Initially, he is just a standard killer in terms of movement speed (115% or 4.6 m/s) and terror radius (32 meters).
However, with his special attack, he can extend a tentacle that hits survivors in a small target area, infecting them with the T-Virus and causing damage.
If the infection rate increases this way, the killer’s special attack is also enhanced 2 times. The following features are added:
Infection Rate 2: The tentacle strike can also destroy pallets and breakable walls.
Infection Rate 3: The range of the tentacle strike is significantly increased.
The Nemesis looks creepy – and spreads fear and terror.
Zombies as an additional danger: What’s particularly cool is that the Nemesis also brings two zombies that shuffle around the map. They move quite slowly but can infect survivors with the T-Virus or cause damage. Stun (e.g., by a pallet) only temporarily takes out the zombies, as they respawn after a while. This led to some absurdly funny moments on the PTR.
These are the perks of the Nemesis: As usual, the Nemesis comes with three unique perks. At the beginning, only the Nemesis can use these perks. However, if you play the character up to the corresponding levels in the Bloodweb (30, 35, and 40), you can unlock the perks as a “teachable” version for other killers:
Lethal Pursuer: At the beginning of a trial, the aura of all survivors is shown to you for 7 / 8 / 9 seconds.
Hysteria: When you injure a survivor and change their health state from Healthy to Injured, all injured survivors suffer from the Oblivious status for 20 / 25 / 30 seconds. Hysteria can only be triggered once every 30 seconds.
Eruption: When you damage a generator, its aura is shown in yellow. When you put a survivor into the dying state (= they go down), all marked generators explode and lose 6% additional progress, and their marking disappears. Survivors who repair a generator during the explosion scream and suffer from the Incapacitated effect for 12 / 14 / 16 seconds (can hardly perform actions like repairing, healing, or cleansing totems). Eruption has a cooldown of 30 seconds.
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Like the killer, Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy come with three unique perks that can be unlocked for other survivors. The perks are a good mix of aids for newcomers as well as tactical components for veterans, allowing for fun combinations.
Jill’s perks are:
Counterforce: You cleanse totems 20% faster. When you cleanse a totem, you see the farthest totem from you for 2 / 3 / 4 seconds and you gain a stackable, additional bonus of 20% on the cleansing speed.
Resurgence: You immediately gain 40% / 45% / 50% healing progress when you free yourself from the hook or are rescued from the hook.
Blast Mine: Blast Mine is activated when you have repaired a generator to a total of 66% progress. After you have repaired a generator for 3 seconds, you can press the active ability button to install a Blast Mine on the generator, which remains active for 35 / 40 / 45 seconds. The corresponding generator is visibly marked for all survivors. Only one Blast Mine can be attached to a generator at a time. If the killer damages the prepared generator, the trap explodes, the killer is stunned, and all nearby players are blinded.
The perks of Leon are:
Bite the Bullet: You create no noise while healing. Failed skill checks during healing do not create a noise notification for the killer, and the progress is only reset by 3% / 2% / 1%.
Flashbang: After you repair 70% / 60% / 50% progress on any generator, Flashbang activates. Enter a locker while carrying no item and press the active ability button to craft a Flashbang. The Flashbang has a recharge, creates a noise notification on throw, and blinds.
Rookie Spirit: Complete 5 / 4 / 3 Good or Perfect skill checks to activate Rookie Spirit for the rest of the trial. Once active, you see the auras of all damaged generators.
How much does the chapter cost? The “Resident Evil” chapter can only be purchased in the shop for real money at a price of €11.99 or for Auric Cells (premium currency). It is not possible to unlock the characters with Shiny Shards. This is aggravating, but common with licensed characters from other franchises.
What do you think of the new “Dead by Daylight” chapter? Do you like the characters from Resident Evil?
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The 28-year-old Brandon “Segaull” Larned has had a turbulent career in gaming: Seagull was a pro in Half Life 2 and Team Fortress 2 as a teenager. In his mid-20s, he became one of the first stars of the Overwatch League. Later, he gained fame as a Twitch streamer. However, in early 2021 he took a break, suffering from burnout and depression.
This is Seagull’s gaming career:
Seagull has been a video gamer competing in tournaments for 13 years. He made a name for himself in “Half Life 2: Death Match” back in 2008. He was considered one of the top players in the Steam hit Team Fortress 2 for many years. However, in the first 3 years of his career, at the ages of 16, 17, and 18, he earned less than $1000 in prize money from Team Fortress 2 (via esportsearnings).
Seagull was financially secure in 2016 when he joined Luminosity Gaming and became one of the first pros in the Overwatch League. Every pro was paid at least $50,000 salary, as mandated by Blizzard at the time. However, after just one season, Seagull stepped back from professional Overwatch. He said he had gained 20 kilograms during that time, could hardly sleep at night, and was losing interest in the game.
After that, Seagull became a successful streamer on Twitch with one million followers, but in January 2021, he also hit the brakes here. He said he was suffering from burnout and depression and needed a break. He was gone for 6 months, and upon returning to E3 2021, he resumed streaming on Twitch.
Seagull disappears from Twitch for 6 months: Depression and burnout
This is what Seagull says now: The streamer was seen on Twitch again last Thursday after a 6-month break. He didn’t want to miss the “Summer Game Fest” and the unofficial start of E3.
During the stream, people quickly noted that he looked much better than six months ago. The people in the Twitch chat wanted to know how the streamer managed to get a grip on his depression.
“You play 20 hours every day and wonder why you’re depressed?”
Seagull explained that during the first 2 months, he only played World of Warcraft. But then he sought help for his depression. It particularly helped him to seek professional help after years and to get a therapist’s perspective on his own life:
It was really funny […] It’s really so funny to gain an outside perspective on your own life. I will never forget it. In one of the first sessions, the therapist said: Let me summarize this, you play 20 hours of video games alone each day and then wonder why you are depressed?
Seagull
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Seagull laughed again while telling the story. He says: In the course of this conversation, he has realigned his life:
He treats himself now the way he would treat his own dog: The dog needs to be taken for a walk, so does the human.
He started eating out and going out more often.
Additionally, he has now adjusted his sleep cycle and actually wakes up in the mornings now, which is a huge adjustment for him.
The streamer says he hasn’t changed much, hasn’t even started working out, but simply going outside regularly and seeing the sun has a very positive impact on his life.
The lives of many professional gamers are unhealthy and show their effects on body and mind, even though the players are still very young:
After the Microsoft conference, E3 2021, we asked you which games you liked best. Your choices surprised us quite a bit. Here are the results.
Here’s what it’s about: On Sunday, the big presentation from Microsoft and Bethesda took place at E3 2021 and there was a lot to see. In a survey, we wanted to know from you which games showcased there were your highlights.
You voted in large numbers, but the winner surprised us at the MeinMMO editorial office. Here’s how you decided.
Here are the results: A total of 1002 readers participated in the survey as of the evaluation date (June 15, 2020, 11:30 AM). Each of you could cast up to 5 votes for the games you liked best. Therefore, the total percentage exceeds 100.
27th place: Shredder – 0.4 %
26th place: Shroom and Doom – 0.6 %
25th place: Somerville – 1%
24th place: Eyuden Chronicle Rising – 1.4 %
23rd place: Contraband – 2.2 %
22nd place: Psychonauts 2- 2.3 %
21st place: Slime Rancher – 2.69 %
20th place: Twelve Minutes – 2.89 %
19th place: Replaced – 3.09 %
18th place: Fallout 76: Steel Reign – 3.69 %
17th place: Another Announcement – 3.79 %
16th place: Party Animals – 3.89 %
15th place: The Ascent – 4.89 %
14th place: Atomic Heart – 5.49 %
13th place: Back 4 Blood – 6.69 %
12th place: A Plague Tale: Requiem – 7.49 %
11th place: The Outer Worlds 2 – 11.58 %
10th place: Far Cry 6 – 11.98 %
9th place: Age of Empires IV – 12.18 %
8th place: Sea of Thieves: A Pirate’s Life – 12.38 %
7th place: Redfall – 13.17 %
6th place: Diablo 2 Resurrected – 14.77 %
Here are also your places 5 to 1 with the unexpected winner at the top.
5th place: Halo Infinite
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Genre: Shooter | Developer: 343 Industries | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S | Release Date: November 10, 2021
23.85 % of users
This is Halo Infinite: The latest installment of the popular Halo series is of course a first-person shooter and has been highly anticipated by fans for a long time. Master Chief is back, with new allies and enemies, new weapons, and new mysteries. The story of Halo Infinite continues the narrative of Halo 5.
You fight against the renegade faction of the Banished, led by the warlord Escharum. Your goal: find out what happened to the AI Cortana. From another AI, Master Chief learns that the destructive Cortana has supposedly been deleted, but no one knows exactly how that happened. It’s a mystery you must solve.
Microsoft announced that the multiplayer of Halo Infinite will be free-to-play. You will receive tools such as grappling hooks, weapons with ricocheting projectiles, and various vehicles to enjoy on the numerous maps.
Halo Infinite ranked 5th in our survey.
4th place: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2
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Genre: Shooter | Developer: GSC Game World | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X and S | Release Date: April 28, 2022
24.45 % of users
This is S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 was one of the games that seemed to be developed under an unlucky star. The shooter was actually announced back in August 2010. However, it was postponed multiple times and eventually even completely canceled. Only in 2018 could players hope again, and in 2020, the announcement of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 for Xbox Series X|S and PC finally came.
The game once again places you in the radioactively contaminated setting of Chernobyl. After the second explosion of the power plant in the previous games, the Zone has changed again. Monsters and mutants are just as common as anomalies that override the laws of nature.
You play as one of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. named Skif, with whom you will navigate a closed and non-linear story. Throughout the narrative, your choices will influence the ending. The goal is to reach the center of the Zone. There, in the old reactors, horrific experiments are conducted on mutants, and it’s up to Skif and you to figure out what’s going on there.
The surprising news about S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 helped the game land in 4th place in our survey.
3rd place: Starfield
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Genre: RPG | Developer: Bethesda Softworks | Platform: PC, Xbox Series X and S | Release Date: 11.11.2022
25.85 % of users
This is Starfield: With Starfield Bethesda Softworks is releasing a completely new IP for the first time in 25 years. Although the game was announced at E3 2018, not much is known about it yet. Typically for Bethesda, it will be an RPG that offers players “unprecedented freedom.” Players will be able to choose a background, similar to Mass Effect.
As a setting, the developer has chosen space this time. According to an interview with the devs, it will be a kind of “NASA-Punk,” a sci-fi setting in the retro style of the 70s and 80s. The team aims to create an entirely unique universe with 300 years of history that will be integrated into the game’s lore.
Alien races have also been confirmed, which you will encounter on your journey through space. Depending on your preference, there will be a choice between first-person and third-person perspectives. Bethesda described the game as “Skyrim in space” and “Han Solo simulator.”
The anticipation for a new RPG from Bethesda brought Starfield to 3rd place in our survey.
2nd place: Battlefield 2042
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Genre: Shooter | Developer: DICE | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5 | Release Date: October 22, 2021
35.43 % of users
This is Battlefield 2042: The new game in the Battlefield series was revealed before the official start of E3. EA showcased a stylish cinematic trailer for Battlefield 2042. However, fans had to wait until the Microsoft conference at E3 to see actual gameplay. There, the second trailer was shown.
While Battlefield 2042 does not have a single-player campaign, there are still many lore details about the game’s setting. As the title suggests, the story takes place in the year 2042 and the world is sinking into a global crisis. Due to climate change, the world is plagued by natural disasters and there is a scarcity of resources.
Germany goes bankrupt, the EU dissolves and the USA and Russia begin to fight fiercely. In Battlefield 2042, you will be able to fight in battlegrounds all over the world. In the action-packed battles, there will be old and new weapons, maps, and the usual soldier classes.
The desire for a large new AAA shooter brought Battlefield 2042 to 2nd place in our survey.
Genre: Racing Game | Developer: Playground Games | Platform: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, | Release Date: November 9, 2021
36.23 % of users
This is Forza Horizon 5: The latest game in the popular Forza Horizon series takes you to Mexico, where you can explore the largest and most diverse open world of the Horizon games. From hot deserts to steep mountains to active volcanoes, it has it all. And of course, what would a Forza be without hundreds of the world’s most beautiful cars.
In the story of Horizon, you will meet new characters and make your own decisions that will influence the outcomes of missions. You will be accompanied by Forza LINC, the new AI assistant that will keep track of your progress and connect you with other people online.
With other players, you can not only race in classic races on a variety of tracks. The battle royale mode from Forza Horizon 4 makes a comeback. And what would a racing game like Forza be without the ability to tinker with and customize your vehicles? All of this is delivered in stunning next-gen graphics.
Forza Horizon 5 surprisingly outperformed strong competitors like Battlefield 2042 and Starfield, speeding to 1st place in our survey.
Tonight, the Nintendo Direct will start one of the last presentations of E3 2021. Which games will be shown there?
Are you having trouble healing in WoW BC Classic? Is your mana constantly empty and is your tank taking too much damage? Do you want to tackle heroic dungeons and raids but feel unprepared? A simple tool can help you with that – MeinMMO introduces it to you.
What kind of tool is it? Ozgar’s Downranking Tool is a website where you can calculate as a healer which rank of your spells you should use best. The tool supports all healer classes in WoW BC Classic:
Why should I use the tool? In Burning Crusade, your spells still have different ranks, unlike in Retail-WoW. The general rule is: the higher the rank, the higher the base healing, but it is also more expensive. A higher rank costs more mana.
With better gear, however, the healing you can deal by default increases, and you are better off with lower ranks. This way, you save mana and can heal your tank or DPS without running dry within a few seconds (“OOM”).
Especially for heroic dungeons and later for raids, it is important that you engage with your spells and ranks. Otherwise, you will run out of mana before the fights are over.
With a few simple settings, you will learn how to heal better.
Heal better with Ozgar’s Downranking Tool
How do I use the tool? The operation is quite easy. You enter some basic information into the tool and get a list of your spells with ranks at the bottom. Here’s what you need to enter for the calculation:
Healing bonus (‘Healing Power’)
Critical strike rating (‘Critical effect chance’)
Spell haste rating (‘Spell Haste Rating’)
selected talents with rank
active effects (such as ‘Blessing of Light’ for the Paladin)
For the listed spells, you can see a table with comparisons under ‘Detailed Overview’. There you will see broken down why the corresponding rank is the best for you. With better gear, your ranks also change, so you should check back regularly.
How can I get even better? If you want to improve further, practice and talking with other representatives of your class helps a lot. Often you can learn from the mistakes of others or benefit from their knowledge.
Also, you can make life easier with addons. The right modifications, for example, help you keep an overview of your group and raid or clean up the interface. Useful addons specifically for healers include Vuhdo or LunaUnitFrames. In our guide, we show you even more addons for all areas of the game:
Today, on June 15th, the Spotlight Hour with Slowpoke starts in Pokémon GO. There’s a bonus that gives you extra candies. We show you all the details about today’s event.
What’s happening today? A Spotlight Hour event regularly starts on Tuesday evenings in Pokémon GO. During the Spotlight Hour, a specific Pokémon is highlighted, appearing much more frequently in the wild. To make it more exciting, a bonus concludes this event.
This week, the Water and Psychic Pokémon Slowpoke is in the spotlight. It belongs to the first generation of Pokémon and was part of the big event “a very slow discovery.”
Spotlight Hour with Slowpoke – Start Time and Bonuses
When does it start? As you are used to from previous events of this kind, the Spotlight Hour starts at 6:00 PM local time. From this time, Slowpoke will appear everywhere. The event should then end around 7:00 PM, and the spawns of Slowpoke will decrease in frequency.
This is the bonus: During the event, you will receive double candies for sending Pokémon. This applies not only to the new Pokémon you catch and send during the Spotlight Hour but also to older ones from your collection.
What does Shiny Slowpoke look like? Visually, Slowpoke only differs slightly from its shiny version. The shiny has a lighter color. For Slowbro, the shiny is more purple, and for Slowking, the swim ring’s colors are blue instead of orange.
Is the Spotlight Hour worth it today? The bonus of double candies for sending Pokémon is quite special. If you have kept some Pokémon from your last catches in your collection, you can now send them in bulk and receive extra candies for it.
Additionally, this is a great opportunity to gather many candies for Slowpoke and its evolutions. Shiny collectors might also get lucky during the Spotlight Hour today, June 15th, and possibly expand their collection by one or more specimens.
However, you won’t get particularly strong Pokémon from this Spotlight Hour. The data on the GamePress website reveals this (via GamePress.gg). Slowpoke, Slowbro, and Slowking play no significant role in PvP (Trainer vs. Trainer) and PvE (Raids) and can be entirely neglected.
How do you like the Spotlight Hour today? Is this an event that you want to participate in and take advantage of, or will you skip it this Tuesday and focus on future events instead? Let us know your opinion in the comments here at MeinMMO.
In Fortnite: Battle Royale Season 7 has begun, and some of the exotic weapons have now disappeared. However, there are still 4 to be found in this new season. MeinMMO shows you their locations and whether they are worth it for you.
What are exotic weapons? Exotic weapons are guns that each have a specific function and can only be purchased from NPCs. In Season 7, the number of exotic weapons has been significantly reduced – in Season 6, you could still find 6 on the map.
Since you can only get the weapons from certain NPCs, you first need to know their locations. These have changed again in Season 7. We will show you where you can find the exotic weapons on the Season 7 map. We will also introduce each of them in more detail and discuss who they are worth for.
Here are the exotic weapons in Season 7 Image Source: fortnite.gg
On the map, you can see where the guns are located. However, we will delve deeper into the locations, values, advantages, and disadvantages of each weapon. This way, you can see which one might be the best for your round.
Exotic Weapon “Storm Scout”
Here you can find the rifle: You can buy the Storm Scout from NPC Riot for 500 gold bars. The character is located next to the yellow bridge, east of Misty Meadows. Since it is an open area, you should be able to find Riot quickly. However, since the character is aggressive, you must defeat him first so he can respawn as a hologram and you can interact with him peacefully.
This is what the weapon can do: The Storm Scout works like a normal sniper rifle, making it useful for long distances. However, the special feature of this exotic weapon is that it can predict the next storm zone. When you aim down with it, a small map appears showing where the next storm zone will be.
This is how much damage the gun causes:
Body: 85
Head: 212.5
DPS: 76.5 Magazine Size: 6
This sniper rifle is especially worth it for players who can land good shots at long distances. But because of its special function, the Storm Scout is beneficial for all players; knowing where the next storm zone will be gives you an advantage. You can already move to the safe zone, thus avoiding lethal damage.
The Storm Scout
Exotic Weapon “Shadow Tracker” Pistol
Here you can find the weapon: The Tracker Pistol can be found with the character “Expert” in the Highland Station. Simply enter the building and walk up to the speech bubble. If you want to purchase the exotic pistol, you need to pay 400 bars. If you need more gold bars, we have here 3 tips on how to collect gold bars faster.
This is what the “Shadow Tracker” Pistol can do: At first glance, the pistol doesn’t deal much damage, but its special features make it strong nonetheless. When you hit enemies, they are marked for you and your teammates – so you have a clear advantage since you can always keep an eye on them. Even if the enemy disappears behind a wall after being hit, their location will be shown to you for 10 seconds. Also, the shots from the pistol are silent since it is equipped with a silencer.
This is how much damage the Tracker Pistol causes:
Body: 29
Head: 58
DPS: 195.75
Magazine Size: 16
The pistol is worth it for you if you are accurate, as it doesn’t do much damage per shot. Additionally, it offers the advantage of marking, which makes it a worthwhile weapon and since it is silent, you can sneak up on enemies more easily.
The Shadow Tracker Pistol
Exotic Weapon “Night Hawk”
Here you can find the rifle: You can buy the Night Hawk from NPC Guggimon for 400 gold bars. The character is located on Loki’s Lighthouse Island. Since it is an open area, you should be able to find Guggimon quickly. However, since the NPC is aggressive, you need to defeat him first so he can respawn as a hologram and you can interact with him.
This is what the weapon can do: The Night Hawk is a revolver equipped with a scope – making it suitable for long distances. However, the exotic version also comes with a thermal scope. This displays a heat map of your opponents, which shows you where they are faster.
This is how much damage the gun causes:
Body: 44
Head: 88
DPS: 70.4
Magazine Size: 6
Although the weapon doesn’t deal much damage, it can be worth it because of the thermal feature. You can hit your opponents from long distances and recognize them easier with the heat map. This way, you can deal damage before they even notice you.
The Night Hawk
Exotic Weapon “Marksman’s Iron”
Here you can find the iron: You can obtain this exotic weapon from NPC Abstract, who is located behind the Noms Shopping Center at Retail Row. If you pay the character 400 gold bars, the iron is yours.
This is what the weapon can do: The Marksman’s Iron can be used in 2 different ways. The iron can be shot from the hip, making it very fast but inaccurate. If you want to shoot more accurately, you need to aim – which will slow the weapon down.
This is how much damage the iron causes:
Body: 24
Head: 96
DPS: 120
Magazine Size: 6
The exotic weapon is only strong if you land good headshots – which is quite disadvantageous if you mostly shoot from the hip and thus likely hit less. If you want some variety, then the weapon could still be worth it for you.
The Marksman’s Iron
So if you want to add variety to your matches, you should look for these exotic weapons. It’s best to buy those that are worth it for you so you don’t waste any gold bars.
The exotic weapons are not the only weapons that are different in Season 7 now. There is also a new mythical weapon that you can find on the Season 7 map. In our guide, we’ll show you how to get the mythical impulse rifle.
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