Netflix has released a new trailer for the “Animated Series: Arcane,” which is set in the universe of League of Legends. The clip provides a glimpse into the world of a quite angry Jinx, who apparently carries a complex about her sister Vi. Fans love seeing the familiar LoL champs in these moments.
This is shown in the trailer: In the new trailer “An Open Account,” we accompany the well-known LoL sharpshooter Jinx into a destroyed boxing hall. The trailer is captioned “Jinx wants to prove something. Especially to her sister.”
At the beginning, Jinx seems nostalgic, but when a crow scares her, it becomes clear: Jinx is highly focused and angry. The crow pays for daring to disturb her with its life.
While Jinx is repairing a boxing robot, flashbacks reveal that she and her sister Vi apparently trained together on this robot as children. The relationship seems volatile: while the sisters sit harmoniously side by side in some moments, they scream at each other in the next moment.
The red-haired Vi seemed to be a bit better at boxing than the blue-haired Jinx. Now, she seems to want to prove that she can beat her sister’s high score and pounds away at the robot, which measures her punching power.
When she sees exhausted that it is still not enough and her sister’s high score stands, Jinx reaches for the weapon again. Jinx’s solution to problems seems to be to shoot at them until they disappear. LoL fans might also know this from her in the bot lane.
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Netflix series about LoL apparently tells the backstory of Jinx and Vi
This is how the trailer is received:
It is very well received by LoL fans. The trailer has already received 124,000 likes on YouTube and less than 1,000 dislikes.
Fans know Jinx from LoL as a kind of crazy weapon enthusiast who is generated similarly to the crazy character “Harley Quinn” from the Batman universe. They feel like they are seeing the “origin story” of how Jinx became so insane. She comes alive here.
There are also many comments suggesting that Jinx surely angered Fiddlesticks and Swain by killing the crow.
What is the series about? The Netflix series “Arcane” apparently revolves around the two sisters Jinx and Vi. Both grew up together as street kids. However, while Vi made it to the upper world with her reinforced, huge fists and works as the “Guardian of Peace,” Jinx seems to have taken a different path with her preference for firearms.
When is Arcane coming to Netflix? The series is set to premiere in fall 2021. We don’t know more at the moment.
All information about Arcane and more trailers for the LoL Netflix series can be found here:
The Shadowmane is a true predator in ARK: Survival Evolved. With the release of Genesis: Part 2, the creature found its way into the game. The Shadowmane is a chimera and visually resembles a cross between a cat and a lion. In this MeinMMO guide, we will tell you how to tame the deadly feline quickly and easily.
This is the Shadowmane: The combat power of the Shadowmane is comparable to that of the Tyrannosaurus, making it perfect as a boss killer. Additionally, the creature can cloak itself, allowing for effective surprise attacks.
Even though the Shadowmane resembles a cat, it does not shy away from water – on the contrary: you can quickly and effortlessly traverse any body of water on its back. And as if that wasn’t enough, you take no fall damage when jumping from great heights while riding the Shadowmane. With so many strengths, it’s no surprise that taming it is not an easy task. Especially since the predator is tamed passively and does not need to be knocked out.
How to find the Shadowmane: The territory of the Shadowmane is quite large and extends over the entire southwestern part of the “Genesis Part 2” map. You can also frequently find the hunters in the northwest. They often appear in groups of three.
Be aware that the creature will hunt you down using its cloaking ability. Traverse the area vigilantly and pay attention to paw prints and quiet sounds that the Shadowmane makes. In cloaking mode, you can only recognize the creature by its faint outlines, distorting the areas it conceals.
You will find the Shadowmane in the western part of the map, primarily in the lower quarter.
How to tame the Shadowmane: The Shadowmane primarily acts in packs, consisting of two to three animals. If you discover a group, try to isolate one animal from the group. Your best chances are during the day when the pack is sleeping. Equipped with a Ghillie Suit, sneak up on the creature from behind or the side. In the last slot of the hotbar, place a fish trap, which you can fill with any fish species. Make sure that the fish multiplier is at least 0.5+.
Depending on the level of the Shadowmane, you will need several filled fish traps – so make sure to have enough space in your inventory. Once you are close enough, an overlay will appear, and you can start the taming process.
Behavior after feeding: Once the Shadowmane has devoured your fish, it will immediately move away and look for a new resting spot. Track it via the in-game taming system. Sneak up on the sleeping Shadowmane again and feed it.
If the Shadowmane wakes up while you are approaching, take to your heels and move away as quickly as possible. After waking up, it takes a few seconds for the creature to become aggressive toward you. With a bit of luck, it will ignore you. If not, a further escape is not an option: with its enormous speed and teleportation ability, the Shadowmane will catch up to you in no time. Even with the advantages of Tek gear, you are most likely to survive a failed taming attempt through direct confrontation.
Factors that influence and ease the taming process
To tame the Shadowmane, you need a fish trap with appropriate bycatch. At this time, it is not known whether the level or the size of the fish increases taming efficiency. Ideally, large high-level fish are thrashing in your net.
In the second part of Genesis, there are also insects that make your life difficult. Apply insect repellent to fully concentrate on taming. However, other dinos can also be a threat to you. Scout the surroundings beforehand and ensure that no other predators are lurking nearby, waiting to snack on you.
The YouTuber “NicoDerProfi” explains in his video how you can tame the Shadowmane.
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Even experienced ARK veterans should exercise caution when taming the Shadowmane. We have created a checklist for you that will increase your chances of a successful taming process:
Bring enough fish traps with fish
Wear a Ghillie Suit
Use insect repellent
Avoid groups – better to tame a single Shadowmane
Tame the creature during the day when it is sleeping
Ensure there are no other predators nearby
Run away quickly when the Shadowmane wakes up
With these seven tips, you are on the safe side and have better chances of capturing the Shadowmane.
The Shadowmane has natural armor that depends on its level. Therefore, you don’t need to craft a saddle, and you can directly swing onto the back of the chimera. Your new companion has very strong abilities, which we will introduce to you in detail:
Stealth Mode: When activated, nearby allies are briefly camouflaged as well.
Warp Attack: If you hold down the secondary attack, the Shadowmane performs a warp attack that can target multiple enemies.
Sprint Attack: Tapping the secondary attack will execute a sprint attack on a single opponent.
What do you think of the Shadowmane? Has the creature sparked your interest? Will you use it in combat or for exploration? Let us and other readers of MeinMMO know in the comments.
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Today, June 11, the Alpha of Lost Ark begins. However, the launch is not going smoothly. Currently, there are server issues. We at MeinMMO will keep you updated.
Update 07:55 AM: The servers are now active and you can play Lost Ark. At 2:20 AM, the Lost Ark team joked on Twitter that they had upgraded hamsters to guinea pigs. At the same time, they announced that the servers would go live at 03:00 AM German time.
At 03:04 AM, it was confirmed that the servers are online and wished the players a lot of fun.
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Remember that the Alpha is under NDA. Recording, streaming, or publicly discussing the contents of the Alpha is not allowed.
Update 1:50 AM: In a new Steam post, the developers emphasize that they are working on resolving the issue. There will not be another update until the problem is fixed. We are also going to bed now. A colleague will take over the ticker by 9:00 AM at the latest.
Update 1:42 AM: So far, there is no update from Amazon.
Update 1:32 AM: At least you can read the server name now. However, it currently says “Maintenance”.
Update 1:04 AM: We’ll take the update at 1:30 AM, and then we will keep the ticker closed until tomorrow morning.
Update 0:35 AM: According to Steam, work is still ongoing on the server issues. The next update is expected around 1:30 AM.
Update 0:05 AM: Here are a few generally interesting articles about MMORPGs:
Update 0:04 AM: It has been announced in the Alpha forum that the next update is expected at 0:30 AM. If anything else happens, you will learn about it here in the ticker.
Update 23:41 PM: A total of more than 2.5 hours have passed since the planned start of the Alpha. So far, there are no hints as to when it will actually start. The servers have not been online for even a second. The next update is expected around 0:10 AM.
Update 23:39 PM: The statement at 23:39 PM is identical to the one 30 minutes earlier:
We are still working on it and will keep you updated.
Update 23:03 PM: The new update is taking its time…
Update 22:50 PM: The next update should be released by 23:00 PM at the latest. We will keep our eyes open for you. A little survey in between: Which class will you try out first? Feel free to write it in the comments! You can also ask questions that we will be happy to answer while we wait for the servers.
Update 22:39 PM: The tweet is now also there, which also does not contain an update!
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Update 22:17 PM:Via Twitter it was confirmed that keys are still being sent out. So feel free to sign up on the official website for the test if you don’t have a key.
Update 22:11 PM: Another tweet, but still no good news:
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Update 22:00 PM: The new Steam update did not bring any new information. There is still no time given for the start.
The team is still working on it, and there is still no date for the server start. I would give anything to eat a few honey sandwiches in Mokoko Village with those huge and scary roosters.
Update 21:40 PM: Just for fun, we also switched through the different servers, which resulted in a restart each time. Spoiler: It doesn’t help! All servers are currently down.
Update 21:32 PM: On Steam, Amazon apologizes for the issues but has no update for us. They just say they are working on the problems.
Unfortunately, we have no changes to report. We are working to investigate and resolve the server issues occurring. I apologize for the delay. We expect these kinds of problems during a technical alpha and appreciate your patience and support as testers. We will get this under control, and you will soon win Nerias heart.
Update 21:27 PM: On Steam, it is stated that a statement regarding the delay in the start will be shared every 30 minutes. This should happen in a few minutes.
Update 21:14 PM: Although the game is now starting, no server is available to choose from. The latest tweet states that a rough time estimate will come as soon as possible.
Update 21:05 PM: In a new tweet, it is stated that work is being done on the problems (via Twitter). Updates will be shared on Twitter, among other things.
Update 21:01 PM: The developers of Lost Ark have reported on Twitter that there are technical issues and the start of the Alpha is delayed. It is not known when exactly it will start. Currently, not even the actual game can be started.
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What is this Alpha? Today, June 11 at 9:00 PM, the first alpha test of Lost Ark starts. The alpha runs until June 15.
In the alpha test, players will be able to play all 15 starting classes of the European version and try out their skills. Keep in mind that this is a technical alpha. It is mainly testing the server infrastructure and stability. So expect that some areas are not yet fully localized or may contain bugs.
The alpha will have German texts. However, synchronization will only be in English. Additionally, the alpha test will be under NDA (Nondisclosure Agreement). You are allowed to play Lost Ark, but not to talk about it, share screenshots, stream, etc.
The big TOTS event in FIFA 21 is over and the next promo in Ultimate Team starts with the Festival of FUTball. MeinMMO reveals what the new EM event has to offer.
What is the Festival of FUTball? With the Festival of FUTball, EA brings back a promo that was last seen in FIFA 18. At that time, the event introduced special cards and SBCs to celebrate the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
This time, the event revolves around the current European Championship and brings new dynamic cards into the game that can get better over the course of the tournament.
This is how the new cards work: The new Festival-of-FUTball cards are dynamic and can become increasingly stronger. Similar to RTTF cards (Road to the Final), a player’s card gets better the further their team progresses in the competition – the cards won’t get worse, don’t worry. What’s new this time is that not only the rating gets better, but also the weak foot and skill moves can receive upgrades.
This graphic from EA explains the system:
When does the event start? The new cards replace the TOTS event and have been available in FIFA 21 Ultimate Team since June 11 at 19:00.
This is the Festival of FUTball Team 1
These are the strongest cards: The new FOF event features really strong cards that can easily compete with the TOTS event. The team is led by Kai Havertz, who receives an incredibly strong 95-rated card. However, the cards of Griezmann (95), Foden (94), and De Ligt (94) also look very strong.
For FUT players with Bundesliga teams, the new cards of Gnabry (93), Zakaria (91), and Hazard (90) are also likely to be interesting.
ST: Havertz (95)
ST: Griezmann (95)
ZOM: Foden (94)
RV: Marcos Llorente (94)
IV: De Ligt (94)
ZM: Verratti (94)
ZM: Acuna (94)
IV: Sanchez (93)
LF: Vinicius Jr. (93)
LM: Gnabry (93)
ST: Yazici (92)
ZDM: Zakaria (91)
MS: Hazard (90)
RM: Golovin (90)
How do you get FOF cards? The new cards can either be drawn from FIFA packs with a large portion of luck, or you can buy the cards on the FUT transfer market. However, prices there are likely to be quite high.
Whether there will be any suitable FOF SBCs that guarantee FOF cards remains to be seen.
We tell you which cards in the next FIFA title need to have better ratings:
On June 11, Xur appears in Destiny 2. Where you can find the vendor starting today and which strong Exotics he has, is revealed by MeinMMO. Or does the weekend tempt you to sweat it out in the Trials?
This is what’s happening in the action MMO: In Destiny 2, the current Season 14 is just drifting along. Bungie has therefore taken almost 3 hours to talk to community experts about the future. Various interesting topics were discussed, which we summarize here:
Hardly surprising, but welcome, is also Xur. The old house does not need anyone to announce it. Let’s take a look together at what he brings today.
All info on Xur on June 11, 2021 – PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Google Stadia
When does Xur come? Xur appears every Friday at 7:00 PM German time on a random planet of his choice. Until the next weekly reset, which is Tuesday, June 15, you can spend your hard-earned Legendary Shards with the mysterious NPC.
What does Xur have on offer? With Xur, you will always find exotic weapons and armor for all your characters. But no one knows in advance what those Exotics are. MeinMMO takes a detailed look at his inventory every week as soon as it becomes available, and provides you with the most important data.
Where is Xur? This is his location this weekend
Xur’s location: The NPC is hanging around the Tower this week. Look for Xur in the back of the hangar at the stairs:
Xur’s current location in the Tower
Xur’s inventory from June 11 to June 15 – An overview of all Exotics
Weapon: Two-tailed Fox – Rocket launcher for 29 Legendary Shards
Titan:Armamentarium – Chest armor for 23 Legendary Shards
Which map is active? Every weekend the Trials of Osiris take place in the Crucible, offering great loot. This time the map is Burnout – the original trials map:
Don’t forget: with the endgame bounty from Saint-14, you secure the loot for this week’s 3 wins just for participating (or “dying” in the process). You can find all current rewards tonight on MeinMMO.
3 wins and endgame bounty: Eye of Sol (Sniper Rifle)
5 wins: The Messenger (Pulse Rifle)
7 wins: Gloves from the Trials set
Flawless: Igneous Hammer in the Master version (Hand Cannon)
When do the Trials run? Today, June 11, the Trials start at 7:00 PM. As always, you have until the next weekly reset on Tuesday to sweat and gather loot. Don’t forget: all trial tokens expire at the next reset.
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The MMORPG Blade & Soul will receive a major engine update in 2021 with many new features. This includes a new class that has just been unveiled in Korea. It is a sword fighter who can wield two blades simultaneously.
What kind of class is this? The new class is called Double Blade. The focus is on the two swords that the class uses in combat.
In an initial cinematic trailer, you can already see how the weapons are used in close combat. The battles look fast-paced and action-packed, although this is still not actual gameplay.
On reddit, there is speculation that the class will have two specializations (via reddit):
One in close combat with two swords
One in ranged combat, where the swords are thrown
When will the class be released? The class will be released in Korea along with the update to Unreal Engine 4 on June 16. There is currently no release date for the western region.
However, new classes typically appear every year in the fall. The latest class Astromancer was released in September 2020. The big engine update is also announced for Q3 (July to September) in our region. So, it’s likely that both innovations will coincide in the west.
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What else is happening with Blade & Soul? The western version will kick off the “Winds of Summer” event on June 16. During this event, you can secure special rewards in dungeons. Additionally, there is still an event running through June 28, where you can submit your own designs for the MMORPG.
What do you think about Blade & Soul, the new class, and the engine update? Do these changes make the MMORPG interesting for you again?
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On Saturday morning, the “Special Raid Weekend” starts in Pokémon GO with three bonuses. We will show you how long the event lasts, what bonuses there are, and who it is worthwhile for.
What is it? A few days ago, the developers of Niantic announced the Special Raid Weekend. It will take place over two days in the game and provide you with more raids and candies.
Read here the important dates for the event and what to expect.
Raid Weekend – What’s happening?
When does it start? The raid event starts on Saturday, June 12th, at 10:00 AM local time.
How long is it active? You can enjoy the raid weekend until Sunday evening at 10:00 PM. After that, the bonuses will be deactivated.
What are the bonuses? The bonuses of the event affect the normal candies as well as the XL candies. Additionally, there will be more raids with strong Pokémon from category 5 and Mega Raids.
Double the candies for catching Pokémon – Counts even outside of raids
Three times higher chance for trainers to receive XL candies when catching Pokémon. Keep in mind that you must have reached level 40 for this
You will find level 5 raids and Mega Raids more frequently during the event time
Who is this worth it for? You need to consider that the Regi Trio is currently available in level 5 raids in Pokémon GO. So Regice, Registeel, and Regirock. These Pokémon are already available for the umpteenth time in Pokémon GO.
As attackers in PvE, they are not particularly good, but they have their niches in PvP.
According to data from Gamepress (via Gamepress.gg), Registeel performs quite well in the PvP leagues “Great League” and “Ultra League” and ranks well there
Regirock barely reaches a mid-field position in PvP
Regice’s performance in PvP looks about the same as Regirock’s
In this comparison image, you can see the shiny forms and the normal forms of the Regi Trio
So are they just filler for the PokéDex? Not necessarily. If you still want a shiny version of one of the Pokémon, you now have many opportunities to find them after raids this weekend.
But apart from the raids, the weekend has something to offer as you can replenish your candy stock. This is probably the main drive for trainers who don’t want to do raids with the Regi Trio. So make sure to use your Razz Berries when catching to get the most out of the event.
Until June 13th at 8:00 PM, the Slowpoke event is also still running, bringing Mega Slowbro into Mega Raids. With the altered spawns, you can collect a lot of candies.
Let us know here in the comments on MeinMMO whether you are participating in the event or not, and what your motivation is for it.
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Roccat has introduced an affordable gaming keyboard. We present the Roccat Magma in our review. You can find out everything important here in about 2 minutes of reading time.
The most important points at a glance:
The Roccat Magma is a gaming keyboard with rubber dome mechanics. The keyboard offers RGB lighting and programmable keys.
The gaming keyboard costs €59.99.
In the review, we compare Roccat’s Magma with the Razer Cynosa and the Corsair K55 RGB Pro, which you can currently get for the same price.
What keyboard are we talking about? Roccat has introduced an affordable gaming keyboard with the Magma. Roccat relies on the inexpensive rubber dome mechanics.
The keyboard not only looks stylish at first glance, but also costs only 60 euros. At this price, we see it as a real recommendation for aspiring gamers. MeinMMO explains in the review why.
How did we test? We at MeinMMO were able to thoroughly test the Roccat keyboard for 14 days. During this time, we typed and gamed with the keyboard, playing both fast-paced competitive titles and solo titles.
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Appearance and Build Quality
For the keycaps, the manufacturer was inspired by the Roccat Pyro, which, however, uses mechanical switches under the keys. The Roccat Magma seems less high-quality at first glance because it uses a plastic surface. The closures of the palm rest are also made of plastic and appear cheap. The cable is permanently connected to the keyboard.
Rubber dome technology has the inherent disadvantage that the material gradually wears out. This means that resistance decreases and typing feel becomes vague and imprecise over time. So far, we have not noticed any problems in our 14 days of use.
The scope of delivery includes everything you need: keyboard, palm rest, and manual.
The Roccat Magma in Practice
How is the keyboard structured? The Roccat Magma features similar keycaps to the Roccat Pyro or the Fnatic Streak. The keys are gray-black, the symbols are embedded and not stuck on. The lettering of the Fnatic Streak is more prominently highlighted than that of the Magma.
The keycaps in comparison: Roccat Magma (top), Fnatic Streak (middle), and Roccat Pyro (bottom).
The palm rest also does a good job.
How are the keys? In practice, the keys feel very comfortable and precise. While they do not provide as clear a pressure point as mechanical keys, they serve their purpose. Thanks to rubber dome mechanics, the keys are barely audible.
A quick match in Overwatch or a few rounds in Apex work fine. The keys respond quickly, and we do not feel disadvantaged by the rubber dome mechanics.
A key roll-over is also integrated. This means that we can press multiple keys simultaneously and all keys will be registered. In practice, however, this does not always work.
We tested this in-game across various games, in a text file, and with an online keyboard program (via onlinemictest.com). When we press 6 or more keys simultaneously, on average 4 key presses are recognized.
Overall view of the Roccat Magma.
How good is the lighting? Unlike other keyboards, Roccat does not use individual lighting for the keys, but rather ten LEDs for five different zones on the keyboard. This means that the keys are only indirectly lit from below.
This system looks very stylish at first glance but has a clear disadvantage. Unlike the Roccat Pyro, the keys are not evenly illuminated. The Razer Cynosa does this better with fully illuminated keys.
Depending on the view of the keyboard, the lighting may not be evenly distributed. The rear keys (marked in red) are not fully illuminated from a normal view.
What additional features does the keyboard offer? Thanks to Easy-Shift, some keys of the keyboard can be assigned secondary functions. However, this only works with the left half of the keyboard. With the FN key, you can use many special keys. You can
Adjust the brightness of the lighting or turn it off completely
Mute or activate the sound
Skip or pause music tracks
The keyboard does not offer additional media keys or a control wheel for the sound.
Various views of the Roccat Magma.
Some keys can be doubly assigned thanks to Easy-Shift, but this does not work for all keys.
Roccat Magma vs Razer Cynosa vs Corsair K55 RGB Pro
The Razer Cynosa offers significantly better illumination than the Roccat Magma. Additionally, it already offers individual key lighting for a similar price. The rubber dome keys of the Cynosa are stiffer than those of the Magma. You need more force when pressing the keys. In terms of build quality, neither Magma nor Cynosa really seem high-end.
The Corsair K55 RGB Pro offers additional macro keys and an IP42 certification compared to Roccat’s Magma. This means it is protected against splashes and dust. Like the Magma, you also get a detachable palm rest here. The K55 RGB Pro does not offer individual key lighting just like Roccat’s Magma.
Conclusion: A Price-Performance Recommendation for Beginners
For just under 60 euros, you get a rubber dome keyboard with many features and pleasant haptics. The keyboard is especially recommended for those seeking an affordable entry into the gaming world. It is also definitely worth considering for occasional users or those who do not place much value on a clear pressure point under their fingers.
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Affordable alternatives to Roccat would be, for example, the Razer Cynosa and Corsair’s K55 RGB Pro. Especially the Razer Cynosa offers significantly better key illumination.
If you spend a lot of time gaming on your PC and neglect typing, we would recommend checking out the Roccat Pyro.
Who is the Roccat Magma suitable for?
You mainly game on console but want a cool keyboard for your PC
Your main focus is on gaming and not on typing or working
You are looking for an affordable gaming keyboard with lighting and many features
Who is the Roccat Magma not suitable for?
You primarily game on PC and also spend a lot of time using the PC
You do not have a tight budget for a new gaming keyboard
You type a lot and wish for a clear pressure point under your fingers
You want a mechanical keyboard with durable technology that will serve you well for many years.
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The MMORPG Lost Ark was released in 2018 in Korea and has since been eagerly awaited by fans in the West. In 2021, it finally comes to us. We at MeinMMO reveal what makes Lost Ark special and why so many are looking forward to it.
Lost Ark launches on February 11 in the West. That means just over 2 years have passed since the release in Korea. But what makes the MMORPG so interesting and how does it stand out from other games?
Diablo feeling, but in an MMORPG
The most striking feature of Lost Ark is the perspective. You don’t play in the usual first or third person, but look down from above at the action. The so-called ISO perspective is mainly used in hack and slash games like Diablo or RTS games.
There are also several other parallels to Diablo, including the combat system and the loot spiral.
How do you fight in Lost Ark? You move through the game world with mouse clicks and have various skills you can use in combat:
Over time, you can upgrade and expand your skills through the Skill System Tripod
These level increases result in more damage, greater range, or shorter cooldowns.
Additionally, there are a number of passive abilities that allow you to customize your build to your playstyle.
First insights into the combat system and the classes of Lost Ark are offered by the video from Sywo, who has played the Korean and Russian versions:
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How does loot work in Lost Ark? You get equipment mostly directly from enemies or from raids and dungeons. Each piece of armor has an item level, and the higher it is, the stronger the equipment. Your armor can also be further customized:
There are sockets for runes with their own effects
Secondary stats can be re-rolled for a certain price
Rings can be engraved with special engravings that can also have various effects and more.
The drop rates are quite high, and you regularly swap out your equipment. This gives a strong feeling of progress, and you constantly have a carrot in front of your nose to run after.
MeinMMO editor Irina Moritz experienced exactly this in the Russian version of the game and could hardly stop playing:
What classes does Lost Ark offer? At launch in Europe, you have the choice of 5 base classes, which then branch out into various specializations:
Warrior
Gunner
Martial Artist
Mage
Assassin
Each base class starts in its own area, and at level 10, they all come together on the main path. The base classes also offer 2 to 4 specializations, so you have a choice of 15 classes in the European version.
Each specialization uses its own weapons and offers a completely unique skill set, which in turn can be adapted to your play style or the type of content through the Tripod system. A class build that works well in specific PvE content is not automatically good for duels or 3v3 battles in PvP.
How is the world of Lost Ark structured? Similar to Guild Wars 2, the game world of Lost Ark is divided into several zones, where you will constantly encounter other players. Each map looks beautiful and offers various content, including:
Information about the lore that you can find in your adventurer’s book
Various collectible items that can only be found with careful observation
Mini-bosses that appear regularly and are comparable to the elite enemies from Diablo 3
World events like dimensional rifts
Large world bosses
The world is visually a mix of high fantasy with elves and demons, and steampunk.
However, the game world has a small drawback. There are relatively few side quests outside of the story. However, the mobs provide so much XP and loot that you don’t really have to grind for progress.
In this gallery, we have compiled some screenshots from the starting area of the mage class from the Russian version:
Diverse content including PvP, NPC relationships, and housing
What content does Lost Ark offer? In addition to the story and the tasks in the open world, Lost Ark also offers the usual MMORPG content, including:
Collecting and crafting
Dungeons and raids
PvP in arenas and in specific areas of the game world
Housing
Relationships with NPCs
Especially the last aspect is a small specialty that is not present in every MMO. You can talk to NPCs and have various options for how to respond to them. Additionally, you can exchange emotes with them, complete quests for them, give them gifts, or play music for them.
This way, you build a relationship with the respective character, learn more about the backstory, and receive useful items like status boosters.
How does housing work? In Lost Ark, you get your own island that you can design as you wish and level up over time. The place also serves as storage for unneeded equipment.
Additionally, you can place the NPCs with whom you build a relationship on this island and even give them special costumes.
What is special about sailing? Around level 35 to 40, you can unlock sailing. Through this, you can travel between continents and discover treasures that lie in dangerous waters.
Sailing is a very deep feature. You can continuously upgrade your ship and hire a crew to assist you in your seafaring. Additionally, your ship can take damage and must then be repaired. There are also ghost ships that you can board and fight against undead creatures.
What are the negative aspects of Lost Ark? In addition to the many positive features of the MMORPG, there are also negative aspects.
On the one hand, the Lost Ark shop in Korea is considered pay-to-win. There, you can purchase XP boosts, additional dungeon runs, and even the in-game currency gold. It is still unclear whether these aspects will also be available to us in the West. Amazon has remained vague in initial interviews.
Resurrection feathers that allow you to respawn at the same location after death.
In-game currency that can be exchanged for supplies and equipment
Items that summon soldiers to aid you in battle
Some players are concerned that other pay-to-win aspects might come to the West as well. This has not been confirmed so far.
On the other hand, there is a gender lock in Lost Ark. Certain classes are tied to a specific gender. However, in Korea, there are some classes that have different genders but are quite similar in gameplay to the ones in Black Desert, where for example, the shooter and the ranger are present.
What do you think about the new Lost Ark? Are you excited about the MMORPG or are you waiting for one of the other games?
Until 2019, MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch largely ignored The Elder Scrolls Online. However, he started playing just under five years after its release for his work. What obstacles await such a late start – and why is it worth it anyway?
Starting a new MMORPG is always a highlight. You dive into a new, previously unknown world and suddenly have thousands of new quests, tasks, and story content ahead of you. This is especially enjoyable when the game itself is still new and untapped. But ESO and I have a slightly different past.
Although I love MMORPGs above all, I couldn’t get excited about ESO at its release in 2014. The mixture of an MMO with different phases, where I could sometimes not see my friends, and the coercion to cooperate with other players, did not appeal to me at all. Moreover, there were still many bugs at launch.
Alexander Leitsch has been writing for Mein-MMO.de since 2018, primarily focusing on MMORPGs. He took his first steps in the genre in 2006 with Guild Wars. Over the years, games like WoW, Rift, SWTOR, Guild Wars 2, Final Fantasy XIV, and Black Desert were added – along with ESO. Outside of MMOs, Alex often returns to League of Legends and strategy games like Anno or Age of Empires.
Yes, I was downright put off by ESO in 2014. My lack of interest lasted five years, until I finally tried to dive fully into the game in 2019. The reason for this is unremarkable: ESO is simply one of the largest MMORPGs on the market – and as an MMORPG author, you can’t avoid playing it. However, such a late start brings numerous hurdles that I first have to overcome.
For ESO, this specifically meant that I first had to play through the very old tutorial that introduced you to the main story and the basic mechanics. Right from the start, you could tell that the story in ESO is highly emphasized. And this is a significant problem when entering an MMORPG late.
Because the longer a game is out, the more story content there is. And by the time I can finally catch up with my friends or a newly found guild, weeks, months, or even years can pass. Yet, ESO caters to every player type. Through dynamic leveling, I can traverse any area in the world, in an order of my choosing.
At the same time, right after the tutorial I can jump into the then-brand-new expansion Elsweyr and face the dangerous dragons there. A clear advantage for ESO, which is why it is one of the most beginner-friendly MMORPGs out there.
I wanted to quickly meet and defeat this colleague: Molag Bal.
Nevertheless, the story in the new expansion is a bit quirky for me. I repeatedly encounter characters with deep backstories. One of them is Abnur Tharn, an Imperial who assigns me tasks in Elsweyr. However, I had not seen him before, which makes sense if I dive straight into a new expansion. I only learned about his backstory much later.
Still, I get through Elsweyr well and later through the main story and the other expansions. Even now, in 2021, there are still some DLCs and the main story from the Daggerfall Covenant that I have not yet caught up on.
The ultimate compendium for ESO Blackwood
148 pages of guides for new and returning players, including a free extra: ESO main game, Morrowind, and a 25% discount on Blackwood at Gamesplanet.
Speaking of not catching up: ESO already had an incredible amount of content in 2019, which cannot be played quickly. Every single area in the game offers a coherent story, demanding many hours. Additionally, there are plenty of side quests that are also fully voiced. Just with quests and the story, I can wonderfully spend months. There are also open-world dungeons, instanced dungeons for four players, trials for twelve players, PvP content, crafting, and so on. Additionally, every year, new content comes in the form of DLCs and a major expansion – in 2021, Blackwood.
I was overwhelmed by all this content at the beginning of 2019. Where do I start and where do I want to go? What helped me was a system, a clear goal that I had in mind: to reach level 50 as quickly as possible, to experience the main story of ESO, and, of course, to play the latest expansion, Elsweyr. After all, I want to write more extensive articles and guides about it in the future.
Every year there are new adventures in ESO – it would be a shame if I missed out.
By the way, I can recommend such a plan to anyone who is starting an MMORPG late. Through clear goals, you get structure in your adventure. Only after completing the story content did I start with PvP and crafting content.
Again, as a newcomer, I benefit from the fact that I can easily experience the story without worrying about the best build. Only in 2020, right before the release of the Greymoor expansion, did I delve deeper into the complex world of gear and sets.
“Ignore the players who complain on Reddit or in forums”
One important lesson that I really learned with ESO is to ignore frustrated hardcore fans. For example, if someone asks in a forum or on Reddit if they should still start with the MMORPG, they often get very mixed reactions. Some praise the game to high heaven while others criticize it terribly.
Experience shows that the truth always lies somewhere in the middle.
Helpful are often YouTubers who play various MMORPGs and provide impressions, gaming websites that often approach the matter more neutrally – or simply trying it out yourself. Because there are usually good reasons why most MMORPGs are still doing well years after their release.
This is how you navigate effortlessly in Blackwood
I have never regretted my late start in ESO; on the contrary. Since 2019, I have been playing regularly, have found a guild, and caught up on the most important content. In the meantime, I have spent hundreds of hours in ESO and it has become my second favorite MMORPG on the market, right after Guild Wars 2. Currently, I am leveling my fourth ESO character and trying to prepare them for Blackwood just like the others. What wonderful stories and what a wonderful world I would have otherwise missed!
But not only did I start late in ESO. I also only tried other MMORPGs like WoW or Tera years after their release. With both, it was even more intense because there was also a wealth of content and a story to re-engage with. Especially WoW has incorporated countless new features and mechanics over the years that are not always logical or immediately understandable for newcomers. Nevertheless, these two MMORPGs were able to captivate me for a long time. So if you’re looking for a new adventure, you should also keep an eye out for “classics” in 2021!
“Joining Tamriel as a latecomer? Of course!”
2021 is a special year for newcomers to ESO. Not only is there a brand new tutorial that makes the entry shorter and easier, but for Blackwood owners, the new AI companions are a great support in the open world, especially for solo players. You can find out much more in our special edition about ESO Blackwood.
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Battlefield 2042 was recently revealed, and now there are already details about the mysterious, secret mode that you are expected to learn about in a month. A well-known leaker claims to know what it will be. What is the truth behind this “love letter for Battlefield fans”?
Just on June 9, Battlefield 2042 was officially introduced and generated considerable hype with its nearly 5-minute long reveal trailer. The shooter community has been eager for new information since then. EA is fueling the anticipation with another mysterious mode, which players will have to wait more than a month for – or will they?
More information about the mysterious mode:
On the Battlefield 2042 website, EA is teasing an upcoming mode for the recently introduced shooter in a mysterious manner.
It says: “Tune in on July 22 at EA PLAY Live and see the reveal of this love letter to Battlefield fans and longtime players developed by DICE LA” (via EA.com).
A leak now reveals: it’s all about nostalgia.
The still “blacked-out” mode is supposed to revolve around old and familiar weapons, vehicles, and even classic maps that players have cherished for years.
The leak also mentions that this is supposed to be the “Battlefield Hub,” which has been circulating on the Internet for months and aims to connect the games much like how Warzone does with Call of Duty. The hub is intended to be a central hub that will continually receive new and old content (from previous titles).
Here we see the 3 pillars of Battlefield 2042: The already announced multiplayer mode with 128 simultaneous players, “Hazard Zone,” and the “Blacked Out” mode, which is supposed to be a love letter to the fans. However, keep in mind that the shooter (at release) will forgo a traditional single-player campaign.
Source: EA
Where does the information come from? The leak that let the information slip is from Tom Henderson. Henderson is considered well-informed in the scene and has previously had a shockingly high prediction rate in the shooter area.
The exact number of 128 simultaneous soldiers in the new Battlefield, the setting, and the new specialist classes were correctly leaked by him at the end of May (via Twitter). He received an email with the information about the “love letter” mode and boldly shares it via Twitter:
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But remember: even if Henderson has often been right, there is no guarantee until we receive official information from EA or DICE. He himself says via Twitter that it sounds plausible, but skepticism is always warranted with leaks.
By the way, there has also been a long-standing speculation from some that a “Battle Royale” mode for the new Battlefield is coming. However, there is currently nothing new to report on that front.
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This is what’s coming soon: After the action-packed reveal trailer, the next must-see for shooter fans is already scheduled for June 13. On this day, EA will reveal proper gameplay for Battlefield 2042 for the first time.
So mark that day in your calendar if you want to know if DICE can convince with real gameplay just as it did with brutal cutscenes.
Where will the Battlefield 2042 gameplay be shown? It is currently firmly believed that the gameplay reveal will take place during the E3 2021 – one of the most important video game expos of the year. This runs from June 12 to 15 and will feature several shows on the mentioned Saturday.
How good does the action look outside of promo material?
First gameplay is likely to be shown as part of the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase. Xbox has already confirmed on Twitter that more of Battlefield 2042 will be shown there. We at MeinMMO will be live-tweeting the event and providing you with the latest information immediately.
More about the 7 new maps, the specialists, and everything else surrounding the freshly announced Battlefield 2042 can be found here:
Does the leak make your veteran heart race, and are you now even more excited for the reveal? Or do you think it all sounds too nostalgic to be true? Let us know in the comments which Battlefield title is your favorite and what your best BF moment has been so far.
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The past week slowly prepared us for the E3 2021 that will take place this weekend. There were also new announcements and news about WoW Burning Crusade Classic. Listen to it now in the MeinMMO Podcast.
These are our topics: After E3 was canceled last year, it has been the big topic over the past weeks. There are numerous leaks and some of the E3 highlights like Battlefield 2042 have already been presented. Therefore, we discuss E3 2021 in detail in the current episode of the podcast and what could be shown there.
Last week, the announcement of a new Digimon MMORPG also created a lot of anticipation among fans. Many have commented on this on MeinMMO. The MMO Palia from former Blizzard developers has also received a lot of attention and looks exciting.
There were also updates on WoW, E-sports from League of Legends, and ARK received a new DLC.
Tell us your opinion on the events of the week. Which topics did you find most interesting? We will not only present the news to you, but also contribute our expert perspective. Therefore, let us know in the comments what you think.
Note from the editorial team: In the podcast, it is mentioned that we received 15,000 keys for the Lost Ark Alpha giveaway. There was a misunderstanding at that point. It was actually a total of 5,000 keys, half of which MeinMMO received and have already been distributed. The other half went to our sister site GameStar.
In addition to the weekly recap, there are also occasionally topic-specific podcasts that cover larger events or games. For example, we discussed crime in online games in detail.
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For Diablo 3, Patch 2.7.1 will soon be on the test servers. This is the update with which you will play Season 24. It brings back Ethereal weapons from Diablo 2. What they are and how powerful they will be, we will show you in the patch notes.
What’s new? The patch notes for Patch 2.7.1 have now been published on the Diablo 3 blog. It’s the update that is in preparation for Season 24, which currently has no start date. The seasonal theme is also presented, which aims to impress with Ethereal weapons. Diablo veterans already know these items from Diablo 2.
Here we show you an overview of all changes for Season 24, which will soon be tested on the test servers.
Ethereal Weapons in Diablo 3 – How does it work?
This is what the developers say: In the blog post, the team writes that they want to honor the legacy of Diablo 2 with Ethereal weapons. In the season, the Ethereals (the Ethereal weapons) are rare and powerful weapons.
The seasonal theme: Season 24 introduces Ethereal weapons, a new weapon type that players can obtain during the upcoming seasonal journey. Ethereal weapons will have a powerful set of affixes, a legendary power of a class weapon, and a random passive ability of a class. Ethereals will have unique icons, names, item types, and sounds that were originally found in Diablo II.
Here’s what you need to know about Ethereal weapons:
Ethereals are bound to your account
They only drop from monsters, from chests, and from destructible objects
You do not need to have reached level 70 to obtain them
The rarity of the Ethereals lies between ancient items and primal items
There are 3 Ethereals per class – Each Ethereal weapon has fixed affixes and receives a random legendary weapon bonus and a random passive ability of the class
The Ethereals are limited, you can only equip one at a time
The Ethereal weapons ignore durability loss
Legendary powers and passive abilities rolled on the weapons do not stack with the same powers and abilities when equipped in Kanai’s Cube, with other items, or skills
Ethereal weapons cannot be enchanted, transmogged, dyed, re-forged, or traded
You can upgrade them in Kanai’s Cube with gems, as you already know from ancient items
If you collect all 21 Ethereals in Season 24, you will be rewarded with “Feat of Strength, Ethereal Recollection”. This gives you the Ethereals as a transmog option in future seasons and outside of seasons
The Ethereal weapons only drop in seasonal play and cannot be equipped on non-seasonal characters
These weapons have the potential to become really strong in Season 24. With the legendary powers and passive abilities on them, you can develop really strong characters with some luck.
Changes for Monk, Wizard, and Necromancer in Season 24
What else is changing? Diablo is making changes to two classes. The Wizard is getting only a few changes, while the Monk is undergoing more.
Classes:
Wizard: The number of active mirror images is now displayed on the screen.
Monk: Mystic Ally (Fire Ally) now splits into 2 instead of 5 allies. But now all Fire Allies can split. The radius of the damage is slightly increased and the damage is increased from 480% to 1920% weapon damage.
Earth Ally: Damage increased from 380% to 4500% weapon damage.
Items: The Inna set has been adjusted and buffed. In exchange, the Crusader’s Valor set and the Masks of the Burning Carnival have received nerfs from the Necromancer.
Inna’s Mantra: 4-piece bonus – You gain the base effects of all four mantras simultaneously. You gain 5% damage reduction for each Mystic Ally by your side. Your Mystic Allies take no damage.
Inna’s Mantra: 6-piece bonus – You permanently gain all passive abilities of the 5 Mystic Allies. Attacking enemies causes your selected Mystic Ally to spawn, which remains active for 15 seconds. Up to 10 allies are possible. The damage of your Mystic Allies is increased by 950% per summoned Mystic Ally.
The Crudest Boots: ‘Mystic Ally’ summons two Mystic Allies who fight by your side. They deal [300% to 400%] increased damage.
Bindings of the Lesser Gods: Enemies hit by your skill ‘Cyclone Strike’ take [300% to 400%] increased damage from your Mystic Ally for 5 seconds. Shared Fire Allies receive this bonus five times.
Crown of Valor 2-piece bonus: Attacks with ‘Heavenly Fist’ cause ‘Heavenly Fury’ to deal 125% more damage for 5 seconds. This effect is stackable up to 3 times.
How do you like the changes of Patch 2.7.1 in Diablo 3? Do you think it will be an exciting theme for Season 24 that you can get comfortable with for a long time, or would you have wished for something different? Let us know your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments and exchange views with other players about it.
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At the Summer Game Fest, Tribes of Midgard was presented, a new survival game for PC, PlayStation 4, and PS5. The co-op game has been in development for several years and will be officially released in July. We take a first look at it.
What is Tribes of Midgard? In Tribes of Midgard, you play as a fallen hero of the Vikings, a Einherjar, who is brought back from his retirement in Valhalla and sent back to Midgard for Ragnarök. The giants have awakened and are causing trouble.
You fight against enemies from Norse mythology, build your own base, and get tons of loot. You can play either solo or co-op with up to nine other players in your tribe.
Tribes of Midgard mixes action gameplay and the isometric perspective of Diablo with the setting and survival aspects of Valheim. All of this comes in a stylish, albeit somewhat unusual, cel-shading look.
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You have the choice between the standard edition for €19.99 and the deluxe edition with cosmetics and pets for €29.99.
Co-op, PvE, and tons of loot
These are the features: Unlike many other survival games, Tribes of Midgard focuses more on PvE. Many of the features are reminiscent of action RPGs, which are definitely a large part of the inspiration:
Co-op with up to ten players in a tribe
Procedurally generated lands that are meant to offer a lot to explore
Building and crafting
Epic loot like equipment and weapons
Currently, there are eight classes to choose from, including classics like Ranger and Warrior, but also more fitting ideas for the setting like Berserker and Seer. Each class is associated with a Norse god – a nice gimmick for all fans of mythology. You can read more about the classes and features on the official website (via tribesofmidgard.com).
Sounds similar to Valheim? The concept and story are reminiscent of the survival game Valheim that was released in February. However, content such as loot, classes, and the isometric view differ significantly.
Nevertheless, players who enjoyed Valheim may also be interested in Tribes of Midgard. Especially since you will likely have to wait a while for new, large content in Valheim.
The colorful jump-and-run battle royale Fall Guys is getting another skin from a crossover. This time it is the character 2B from the action RPG NieR: Automata. The skin looks a bit strange, but most fans love it.
What kind of skin is this? In Fall Guys, there are tons of skins that make your little bean creatures look even sillier. There are skins that turn your beans into Valkyries, bearded hipsters, or chickens. Additionally, there are skins from crossovers with other games – for example, Half Life, Among Us, or Bomberman. Even Streamer Ninja got a skin.
During the Summer Game Fest 2021 leading up to the E3 2021, another skin was introduced – specifically, a representation of the protagonist 2B from the action RPG NieR: Automata.
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What does the skin look like? The skin for 2B (2 Bean, as she is also called) is a chubby bean squeezed into a latex dress. She has the distinctive white hair and the eye patch that you know from 2B in the original game.
When is the skin coming out? The 2B skin for Fall Guys will be available in the shop on June 18, 2021, according to the announcement and will cost 5 crowns per piece.
Players celebrate the NieR skin
This is what the fans say: Although the dark world of NieR may not fit entirely with the silly battle of wobbling beans in Fall Guys, fans are mostly excited about the new skin:
LudonarrativeFM: “I SCREAM LOUDLY THAT I LOVE THIS AND THANK YOU SO MUCH!”
Netterrackboy: “I LOVE THIS, too bad I’m on vacation when it comes out.”
Some voices are less enthusiastic and had expected something different from the long trailer show that the Summer Game Fest 2021 essentially was for Fall Guys.
New skins like the NieR skin are not the only thing that has changed in Fall Guys. The game has developed significantly 9 months after its release in August 2020 and is hardly recognizable. Read here at MeinMMO what has changed in the past months in Fall Guys and why everyone who loved Fall Guys at release is likely to find it even better now.
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In 2021, the popular PC Gaming Show will be held at the E3 again. Traditionally, there you can expect game announcements, trailers, interviews, and all sorts of news about existing and new games. Find out here at MeinMMO what is known so far about the event and what you can expect there.
What is the show all about? Soon it will be time: The E3 2021 will start shortly, one of the most important video game fairs of the year – this time in purely digital form.
From Saturday, June 12th to Tuesday, June 15th, there will be all sorts of exciting news from the video game industry. One of the highlights for many is the “PC Gaming Show” – a 90-minute event focused on news about PC gaming.
All you need to know about the PC Gaming Show 2021
When does the PC Gaming Show2021 take place? The event is scheduled to take place on the night of June 12th to 13th. It will begin on June 12th at 11:30 PM German time.
How can you follow the PC Gaming Show? The show will be broadcast via live streams on the YouTube and Twitch channel of PC Gamer. Alternatively, you can also watch the show on the Facebook page of PC Gamer. But we at MeinMMO will also accompany the event for you with the latest news.
Dying Light 2 is highly anticipated
What will be shown at the PC Gaming Show 2021?
According to PC Gamer, during the approximately 90 minutes, a total of 39 new videos, game announcements, trailers, and interviews will be presented. There will also be news about already existing games.
It is already known that there will be among others
more from the action-survival game Dying Light 2 Stay Human
a major announcement regarding the highly anticipated strategy game Humankind
a look at exclusive content for the sci-fi survival game Chernobylite
news about the recently released Chivalry 2
an announcement about EVE Online
or a new trailer for the RPG Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong
info about the beta and launch of the battle royale Naraka Bladepoint
new gameplay for the stealth-horror game Hello Neighbor 2
will be presented.
Hello Neighbor 2
Additionally, contents from for example
Frontier & Frontier Foundry
Fellow Traveller
Tripwire Interactive
Humble Games
Ishtar Games
Alawar Games
will be shown.
Here’s a teaser for the PC Gaming Show 2021:
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Are you already excited about what new information, trailers, and hopefully gameplay will be shown for the games? Perhaps a previously hidden announcement will also sneak in. Share your anticipation with other readers in the comments.
By the way, while the event technically doesn’t belong to E3, there were also some exciting news at the Summer Game Fest 2021 – even ahead of E3.
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In Pokémon GO the data for the Community Day in July and August 2021 is known. In addition, the Safari Zone is set to return to the game. When these events will take place, we have summarized here for you.
When are the Community Days? As in the past, there will be a Community Day in each of July and August. As Niantic has now announced, these
Although there is currently no specific information about the time of the events, it is to be expected that these will again take place between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM local time.
What can you expect? As with previous Community Days, there will again be a Pokémon in focus during these events. Which Pokémon it will be is unfortunately not yet known.
Safari Zone 2021 starts in Pokémon GO
In addition to the two dates for the Community Days, Niantic announced the return of the Safari Zone in Pokémon GO (via nianticlabs.com). After the planned event for the Safari Zone had to be canceled last year due to the pandemic, it is to take place soon in these 3 major cities: Liverpool (England), Philadelphia (USA), and St. Louis (USA).
When will the Safari Zone take place? So far, Niantic has not announced a specific date for this. As soon as there is new information, you can read it at MeinMMO.
What is the Safari Zone? This event is, unlike other events like the Community Day, a location-based live event. This means that on a specific date in the cities determined by Niantic, you can catch special Pokémon.
The Pokémon usually consist of rare monsters, which you are less likely to encounter outside of the event. One example of this is the various forms of Unown. But they can also be regional Pokémon. For example, in the past Corasonn was catchable in the Safari Zone.
What Pokémon will be at the Safari Zone? Which Pokémon will be at the Safari Zone has not yet been officially confirmed. Last year, Dratini, Chinchou, Krabby, Honchkrow, Unown, and Relicanth were announced. Since it could not take place in 2020, it is possible that these Pokémon may be found in the upcoming Safari Zone.
Announcement of Pokémon for the Safari Zone from the year 2020
How can you participate? To be able to participate in this event, you have always needed a special event ticket. Since trainers could choose last year whether to return their ticket or to keep it for the next Safari Zone, it is to be expected that there will again be tickets this year. (via nianticlabs.com)
Due to the large number of trainers from all over the world coming together at these locations for the event, the tickets are limited in quantity. If you want to participate in the Safari Zone, you should be quick to purchase one after they are released.
Further information about the Pokémon of the upcoming Safari Zone and what hygiene measures you need to observe in connection with COVID at this event are not yet known. But we will continue to inform you about this.
Community feedback on Community Days and Safari Zone
Due to the upcoming Community Days, there is a heated discussion on social networks about which Pokémon will be the focus. Some trainers on Twitter are hoping for Larvitar with a new event Charged Attack for its evolution Tyranitar (via twitter.com). They are hoping for numerous XL Candies. Additionally, some believe that the choice will fall on Floink.
The announcement of the return of the Safari Zone is also making big waves in the community. Some are excited that this live event will soon be taking place again in Pokémon GO.
As user Yar writes on Twitter, he missed getting a ticket for Philadelphia last year and now has another chance at it (via twitter.com). Other trainers criticize that the event is not accessible from everywhere in the world or does not take place in their country.
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What do you think about the return of the Safari Zone? Will you get a ticket for it? And what Pokémon would you like to see for the Community Days and the Safari Zone? Feel free to leave us a comment!
In Fortnite: Battle Royale, Season 7 has begun. This means that there are new characters on the map with whom you can interact. But where are the NPCs now and which ones are worth your time?
The characters allow you to perform various actions, but these are not the same for every NPC. The following actions can be performed by characters:
Complete small quests
Challenge NPCs to take their weapon
Hire NPCs as reinforcements
Get information
Buy weapons or items
In Season 7, a few new NPCs have been added, and you can now acquire certain abilities from them – for example, you can now give a tip to the bus driver through some characters.
All NPCs in Season 7 and where to find them
Currently, there are 16 characters that you can encounter on the map. These are mostly old skins that you might remember from before – and with which you can now interact. But there are also new NPCs known from the Battle Pass of Season 7.
Character locations on the map:
Here are all the NPCs of Season 7 – Image source: fortnite.gg
In the following table, you can see the names of the characters and their locations, so you can assign and find them faster. After that, we will show you the NPCs that can be worthwhile for you and what makes them beneficial.
Character
Location
Abstract
Retail Row
Guggimon
Loki’s Lighthouse
Sunny
Believer Beach
Bunker-Jonesy
Wooden Cabin
Dreamflower
Slappy Shore
Joey
Dirty Docks
Hayseed
Iron Farm
Marigold
Lazy Lake
Rick Sanchez
Cliff Station
Riot
Yellow Bridge
Rook
Sea Station
Special Ops
Secret Bunker
Swamp Hunter
Slurpy Swamps
Doctor Slone
Base at Corny Complex
Bush Ranger
Alien Crater
The Scientist
Highland Station
Which characters are particularly worthwhile?
Here we present 8 of the NPCs that are especially useful if you want to use their services. They stand out because they offer multiple abilities at once, sell strong weapons, or perform actions that can help you in the round.
However, keep in mind that visiting each NPC could be worthwhile depending on the situation, as they might offer exactly what you might need in this round. Some characters like Bunker-Jonesy should be visited anyway, as he has clues about the story – this is one of the secret changes you can find on the map in Season 7.
These characters are particularly worthwhile:
Guggimon: Drops an epic scar upon elimination
Sunny: Sells the epic shotgun, offers a tipping function for bus drivers
Dreamflower: Can heal you, sells Slurp Mushrooms, bus driver tip
Hayseed: Can heal you, object transformation
The Scientist: Sells epic pistol and shadow tactical pistol, storm forecast
Riot: Drops a heavy assault rifle (epic) upon elimination
Rook: Sells rare sniper rifle and mini shield potions, order supply drop
So, remember these characters when you are out in your next rounds, as they can provide you with some advantages. However, keep in mind that you have to pay the NPCs for their actions – some abilities or weapons can get quite expensive.
If you want to use the NPCs’ abilities, you need gold bars
“Evil Dead: The Game” (PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch) impressed at the Summer Game Festival. We show you what the game is about and why it reminds many of Dead by Daylight.
At the Summer Game Fest, a new game was highlighted that horror and splatter fans will likely enjoy. In “Evil Dead: The Game,” you take on the role of Ash Williams and extinguish the life lights of the undead and demons – or you are the Kandarian Demon and attempt to steal the souls of the humans. Of course, with bloody violence, as bloodthirsty demons do.
The action game can be played in both co-op and PvP modes. In PvP mode, one player takes on the role of the demon.
Kill demons and undead with 25 different weapons
What do the survivors do? The survivors aim to achieve what Ash pursued in the series “Ash vs. Evil Dead” and the films: to banish the undead and their associated demons back to the part of hell from which they crawled.
To do this, pages of the Necronomicon and artifacts must be found to ultimately cast a spell that seals the Kandarian Demon.
The undead don’t like that very much, so they will get in the way – and must be blown away with more than 25 different weapons. Among them are well-known weapons such as Ash’s chainsaw, Lord Arthur’s broadsword, Kelly’s rifle, or just the good old chainsaw.
It’s not gentle either. Blood sprays in fountains from the undead, who can be dismembered in true “Evil Dead” style.
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What does the Kandarian Demon do? In the form of the Kandarian Demon, you have several options on how to hinder the survivors and ultimately steal their souls. Many details are still not known, but it seems clear that you have a significantly better overview of the map than the survivors. It is confirmed that the demon can:
Possess undead directly and control them. The undead are then stronger and have additional abilities.
Manipulate the environment to harm the survivors. You “haunt” the map, cause things to collapse, or set fires.
What the demon has in its arsenal is not yet known – first gameplay will surely reveal more soon.
Is this like Dead by Daylight? The comparison to Dead by Daylight is close at first glance, but Evil Dead seems to have more parallels to Left4Dead or Evolve. The survivors have weapons and can defend themselves to put an end to the demon’s harassment or simply let a few undead go down in atmospheric fountains of blood.
The focus is not on distracting the Kandarian Demon and leading it around by the nose, but to give it a hard time as well. There is a clear goal for both sides: to eliminate the other side.
When will the game be released? Evil Dead is set to be released sometime in 2021. Although there is no exact release date yet, since the year is already halfway through, it shouldn’t be long until we hear a concrete date.
On which platforms will the game be released? Evil Dead: The Game will be released on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, the Nintendo Switch, and PC. All common platforms can dive into the carnage.
Are you excited to face the undead as Ash and his companions? Or would you rather blow out the life lights of other players as a demon?
The Summer Game Fest 2021 unofficially served as the kickoff for E3 2021 week. Host Geoff Keighley showcased so many trailers in a “one-man show” that MeinMMO author Schuhmann’s head was spinning. This is how many people might wish for E3, he says, but it is just terrible.
This was the Summer Game Fest:
Officially, Geoff Keighley’s “Summer Game Fest” has nothing to do with E3. It is an event where numerous companies simply showcase their new video games, happening just before E3.
The “Summer Game Fest” is presented by Geoff Keighley. The Canadian was previously a journalist and was regarded in 2012, during the “Dorito Affair,” as a symbol of “industry closeness and the commercialization of video games.”
By now, Keighley is a sort of super-networker, hosting huge shows where publishers can promote their games. In previous years, Keighley had his own E3 show with the “E3 Coliseum,” but starting in 2020, he launched the “Summer Game Fest” as a kind of replacement for E3, which was either canceled (2020) or switched to digital (2021) due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The “Summer Game Fest” had Amazon as a main sponsor in the background, who wanted to promote their “Prime Gaming” offer and did so extensively.
This is how the event went: There were mainly an incredible number of trailers. A user created a time list of the event on YouTube, showing how many seconds each individual game was featured:
Lost Ark, an MMORPG, which many players in Europe have been looking forward to since 2014, got exactly 140 seconds of airtime.
A segment on New World, where Keighley referred to another event, was rattled off in 64 seconds.
New characters in Genshin Impact received 61 seconds of space.
The poor shooter Paladins: Champions of the Realm – gen:Lock was shown for 38 seconds before Keighley smoothly integrated the next advertisement for Amazon into the show.
Hey, there’s the guy from Breaking Bad!
Overall, the show had a strong advertising character. They featured 3 Hollywood stars who promoted “their” games with varying degrees of enthusiasm:
Jeff Goldblum: “Hey, I was in Jurassic Park 30 years ago – Remember?” introduced Jurassic World: Evolution 2.
Giancarlo Esposito: “Hey, I played Gus in Breaking Bad” makes the villain from Far Cry 6 and had a longer segment.
Ryan Reynolds: “Hey, I’m Deadpool and understand every insider joke” got to promote his own film, where Twitch star Pokimane raved about the “nice guy.” This “Hey, there’s Pokimane!” moment somehow fit into the evening, where everything seemed to rush by.
These segments of the show lasted a bit longer, around 4 minutes each, which can be noted positively. Unfortunately, these celebrity clips felt like games needed to be elevated by the presence of Hollywood stars.
Only for the conversation with his “BFF” Hideo Kojima did Keighley seem to take a bit more time.
An interview with Kojima must not be missed.
13 games in 3 minutes – Who can keep up?
This was my problem with the show: The pace was simply too high. The games seemed to blur into each other, nothing could be digested, there was no time for anything.
The show also felt like a continuous infomercial for Amazon and their Prime service.
Chat cannot replace audience reaction
What was missing due to COVID-19 was the audience reaction to the individual trailers. The “Ohs” and “Ahs” of the crowd can simply not be replaced by a chat where excited “OMG ELDEN RING” is spammed. Keighley and Amazon cannot do anything about it, but it intensified the feeling: The event is synthetic and has nothing to do with the “live fair feeling” that past streams from E3 provided.
One must surely take off one’s hat to Geoff Keighley for organizing such an event, and some may find it great to split a complete gaming year into 90-second bites and squeeze it into 2 hours. Particularly the “Twitch chat” generation posts yawning emojis at every second of downtime and wants the next piece of information, the next kick.
But for me, the two hours of “Summer Game Fest” felt like “trailer binge-watching”: You come out stuffed, tired, and no longer want more.
For those who want to take in the trailers of individual games at their own pace, we have compiled everything in a live ticker:
