Destiny 2: After the big Stasis nerf in PvP – How do you feel about the changes?

Philipp Hansen 7. June 2021 Reading time 6 minutes

Especially with the Colossus Titan, one would directly notice that he now plays significantly differently, significantly weaker in strikes or missions. Thus, one suddenly has to run in circles just to get the new activation times for abilities. Also, the lack of mobility weighs heavily.

Numerous Stasis nerfs really only affect the PvP sandbox. However, indeed, some nerfs affect the entire game. We at MeinMMO recently praised Bungie for nerfing correctly because theyfinally address PvE and PvP with different updates. In the case of the Stasis nerfs, this seems to be a step backward for some – or were the nerfed abilities too dominant in PvE as well?

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

Especially with the Colossus Titan, one would directly notice that he now plays significantly differently, significantly weaker in strikes or missions. Thus, one suddenly has to run in circles just to get the new activation times for abilities. Also, the lack of mobility weighs heavily.

Numerous Stasis nerfs really only affect the PvP sandbox. However, indeed, some nerfs affect the entire game. We at MeinMMO recently praised Bungie for nerfing correctly because theyfinally address PvE and PvP with different updates. In the case of the Stasis nerfs, this seems to be a step backward for some – or were the nerfed abilities too dominant in PvE as well?

The most agile Titan is now noticeably slower

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

Especially with the Colossus Titan, one would directly notice that he now plays significantly differently, significantly weaker in strikes or missions. Thus, one suddenly has to run in circles just to get the new activation times for abilities. Also, the lack of mobility weighs heavily.

Numerous Stasis nerfs really only affect the PvP sandbox. However, indeed, some nerfs affect the entire game. We at MeinMMO recently praised Bungie for nerfing correctly because theyfinally address PvE and PvP with different updates. In the case of the Stasis nerfs, this seems to be a step backward for some – or were the nerfed abilities too dominant in PvE as well?

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

In Destiny 2, the largest nerf of the still young Stasis abilities has occurred. Now some players complain that Bungie went too far, while others even fear for PvE. MeinMMO wants to know how you see this in a survey.

What happened? The expansion Beyond Light brought the very first new element to Destiny: Stasis. The icy powers can slow down, freeze, and then shatter enemies. It quickly became clear that in PvP, Stasis was a nightmare that Bungie couldn’t really get under control for over six months.

On June 3rd, it happened: With Update 3.2.0.3, Bungie hit Stasis with the largest nerf hammer yet. The changes were extensive, and Titans, Hunters, and Warlocks received several adjustments. Additionally, general Stasis functionalities were weakened across the board.

Has the nerf hammer struck too hard?

This is what players are now discussing: The Guardians are currently actively discussing whether the hit with the nerf hammer was too harsh. Is Stasis now nerfed to death or finally in an acceptable state?

Just before the nerf, the mood was euphoric, as Stasis terrorized many in PvP.
Now, a few days after Update 3.2.0.3, some Guardians feel the nerfs are too drastic.
Others believe that Stasis can now be a bit “underwhelming” after dominating the sandbox for over six months.
For others, hardly anything has changed. Still, almost only Stasis classes are in matches.

Everyone who has rank and name in the crucible has, of course, directly conducted before-and-after analyses. The well-known PvP expert Aztecross compared Stasis for 45 minutes before and after the nerf:

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How harsh were the nerfs?

The general nerfs on freezing duration and slowing down are quite well received. After all, these were the two points of criticism that regularly drove Guardians up the wall. For half a year, it was noticeable that crowd control was fun in PvE but causes frustration in PvP.
Some Guardians are now wondering if freezing is still worthwhile, or if one should rather use a directly deadly ability.
The Colossus Titan was hit hardest: The Titan is now significantly weaker in terms of aggression, can take less damage, and is especially slower. Moreover, even the strongest aspects have undergone changes, leading to the Titan playing almost like a different class. Here, Guardians have the biggest concerns that Bungie overstepped the mark.
The Hunter also had to sacrifice a lot of Stasis. But solely due to the strong Exotic Mask of Bakris, Revenants are still quite usable with Stasis, this is the consensus. Guardians mostly agree that the class is still doing very well in the neutral game. One must now place their glaciers well; the ice shurikens can no longer be thrown blindfolded, but everything still works. However, the super got hit hard and is no longer the deadly tornado that freezes and then shatters everything and everyone on the map.
The Warlock received hardly any nerfs since it was the “unproblematic” Stasis class. However, the Warlock is still frustrated that freezing itself has been nerfed so significantly. As a Shadebinder, you have hardly any strong tools in PvP except for freezing. In the super, they are still just as strong as before and can hold their own against any other class. In the neutral game, however, they are not such a serious threat, players complain. Yet many Warlocks have preferred the upper Dawnblade or the Chaos Reach with the Geomag Stabilizers for PvP for quite a while.

Freezing someone in PvP and calmly aiming with the sniper is no longer possible

So, you can see that individual aspects of the comprehensive changes can be problematic for some for good reason. But another annoyance has now arisen.

Are we now weaker in PvE just because Stasis was so bad in PvP?

This is why Guardians are complaining: On one hand, Guardians are discussing whether Bungie overstepped the mark with the Stasis nerfs in the crucible. On the other, reports are now coming in that the nerfs are also being felt negatively in PvE (via YouTube).

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

Especially with the Colossus Titan, one would directly notice that he now plays significantly differently, significantly weaker in strikes or missions. Thus, one suddenly has to run in circles just to get the new activation times for abilities. Also, the lack of mobility weighs heavily.

Numerous Stasis nerfs really only affect the PvP sandbox. However, indeed, some nerfs affect the entire game. We at MeinMMO recently praised Bungie for nerfing correctly because theyfinally address PvE and PvP with different updates. In the case of the Stasis nerfs, this seems to be a step backward for some – or were the nerfed abilities too dominant in PvE as well?

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

Especially with the Colossus Titan, one would directly notice that he now plays significantly differently, significantly weaker in strikes or missions. Thus, one suddenly has to run in circles just to get the new activation times for abilities. Also, the lack of mobility weighs heavily.

Numerous Stasis nerfs really only affect the PvP sandbox. However, indeed, some nerfs affect the entire game. We at MeinMMO recently praised Bungie for nerfing correctly because theyfinally address PvE and PvP with different updates. In the case of the Stasis nerfs, this seems to be a step backward for some – or were the nerfed abilities too dominant in PvE as well?

Criticism that PvE has to suffer from PvP (and of course vice versa) is as old as Destiny itself.

Now it’s your turn!

This is how you participate: Choose the answer that suits you from our prompt. Each of you has one vote – so choose wisely.

Feel free to justify your opinion in the comments. There you can discuss the topic of Stasis in detail (and, of course, politely). Thank you for participating and have fun!

Therefore, it remains exciting: In just a few months, the discussion about Stasis is likely to heat up again. New Stasis aspects and fragments that grant nasty abilities to the classes will then provide fresh fuel in August. Additionally, Stasis is expected to appear on more than just the two existing weapons.

More on this here on MeinMMO: Destiny 2: Despite harsh nerfs – Why Stasis is likely to remain exciting in Season 15

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WoW: New Mega-Dungeon is already unpopular and the bad loot is to blame

Cortyn 7. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

One of the major features of Patch 9.1 in World of Warcraft is already unpopular on the PTR. Because the loot in the Mega-Dungeon annoys many.

The upcoming Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination for World of Warcraft brings some significant content. These mainly include the new raid “Sanctum of Domination” as well as the Mega-Dungeon “Tazavesh”. But this dungeon is already falling out of favor. Many players believe that it is only worthwhile for twinks.

What is the problem? The loot from Tazavesh has already been changed several times on the PTR. While it used to drop upgradable gear, similar to “Mythic+” dungeons, Blizzard has now given the items a fixed item level – specifically Item Level 226.

Item Level 226 is also the current maximum for a large part of the gear, which has been in effect since Patch 9.0.5. So if someone hopes for an improvement from Tazavesh with their main character, they are left disappointed.

When will the “good” loot come? Probably not until Patch 9.1.5 or 9.2.0. Then Tazavesh will be split up and will also be available to the “Mythic+” system. This will allow the loot to scale to the respective difficulty and provide the possibility to upgrade items with Valor Points. Until then, the items from Tazavesh will likely remain at Item Level 226 – making them suitable mainly for latecomers or newcomers.

Community is concerned: In various comment sections, such as on wowhead, the loot is being hotly debated. Many players see no benefit in Tazavesh when there is only loot with a value they can already reach. A few voices on the matter:

“So, um… what’s the reason I should do this? I already have 226 gear. I’ve played it twice on the PTR and some of the bosses are really annoying, so I definitely won’t do it again just for fun.”
“It feels like they don’t even want us to play 9.1.”
“Please increase the item level to at least 233 and make the dungeon harder. Such a dungeon shouldn’t be a catch-up mechanic…”

However, there are also players who do not understand this criticism. It is noted that the upcoming raid “Sanctum of Domination” also only leaves items with Item Level 226, so this level would be completely acceptable for the Mega-Dungeon. After all, not all players are optimally equipped and can surely still get 2-3 improvements from Tazavesh.

Please remember that this information comes from the PTR. A lot could still be adjusted before the release of Patch 9.1.

Hard Mode could provide relief

However, there is also a glimmer of hope, as hints of a Hard Mode for Tazavesh have already been found in the game files (via wowhead). Something similar was already present in Operation: Mechagon. There, players had to defeat all bosses in a specific order and trigger special mechanics during the fights. This was rewarded with a special achievement and a cool mount.

A (currently unfinished) quest line references the Hard Mode, and various triggers for special Hard Mode abilities have already been found in the game data. However, it is still unclear how exactly the Hard Mode looks – and whether it provides better loot.

What the Hard Mode of Tazavesh will bring, we will probably only find out with the release of Patch 9.1 – which hopefully will be in a few weeks.

By the way, a player is eagerly waiting for Patch 9.1 – because he has completed all achievements and finished WoW.

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FFXIV chief explains why solo elements are important for MMORPGs

Irina Moritz 7. June 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

In an interview with MeinMMO, the head of Final Fantasy XIV, Naoki Yoshida, talks about the importance of solo elements and other things MMORPGs need to be successful.

During the digital fan festival 2021, we were able to ask the director and producer of FFXIV, Naoki Yoshida, 5 questions in an email interview. Here’s what he had to say.

MeinMMO: In Endwalker, the Trust system, which allows players to enter dungeons solo, will feature a new playable character, Estinien. Additionally, FFXIV will introduce new solo content with Island Sanctuary. Why do you believe solo content is important in an MMORPG?

Naoki Yoshida: It’s not so much that “solo content is important”. Rather, it’s important to have “elements that can also be enjoyed on a solo basis”. Because if an MMORPG does not address the values and needs of the many players out there, it will be difficult to succeed. Although MMORPGs are online games, there’s no rule that forces players to play together in a group. The only thing they share is the world they are in.

Therefore, contrary to “You can’t do anything alone”, it is actually important to have the freedom to choose what you want to do. For example, by being able to play solo content while sharing that common world with everyone else. The Trust system is also something we do not impose on players. They are free to form a group and tackle dungeons, or they can choose to dive into the story with the NPCs of the Trust system. Choices and tolerance towards the values of players are what matter.

MeinMMO: From the perspective of an experienced developer and player: What features and strategies does a new MMORPG need to be successful in 2021?

Naoki Yoshida: There simply isn’t enough time or words to talk about this right now! There is also no simple secret to success. Just as MMORPGs consist of many systems, there are many factors necessary for success. Specifically in game design, it’s about how to get players to spend their available time in the game and whether you can create a sufficiently satisfying gaming experience while players have less and less time available.

And it is especially important to ensure that you have the means to regularly expand the content in the future. It would be suicide to start without a plan for updates or an efficient workflow for content production. An inviting community structure is also crucial. As you can imagine, MMORPGs are incredibly hard work (laughs).

Changes in the MMORPG genre and in Final Fantasy XIV

MeinMMO: In previous interviews, you mentioned that you plan the content for FFXIV about 2 years in advance. But what do you think, how will the MMORPG market change in the next 5-7 years?

Naoki Yoshida: The development of the MMORPG market is progressing slower than I expected so far… I would say that is my impression. I thought devices would develop faster, but now that hardware development has slowed down a bit, it seems that the market won’t change much in the next 5 years or so.

Moreover, the scope of MMORPG development is so large that a company wanting to start development for a launch in 5 or 6 years would likely need to start now or even a year prior.

However, since the innovative devices and technologies needed for MMORPGs have not yet been practically implemented, I think we won’t see a significant evolution of the genre at this point. On the other hand, it is quite possible that subscription-based services may make a comeback, which could lead to a more hybrid model along with Free2Play.

MeinMMO: What plans does the FFXIV development team have to respond to these changes and to keep the game successful even after the launch of Endwalker?

Naoki Yoshida: Both the developer and operations team members are players in their private lives, and the hustle of our daily lives changes every year. Some of us are getting married, others are having children. So we are also in a constant state of change. Planning is therefore very important; we appreciate and plan for these changes in our lives and business, but even more important is the flexibility to adjust our plans… In other words, the ability to improvise.

One of the things I value is that providing content likely desired by players and presenting new ideas is very important. At the same time, it is just as important to have the courage to take back things you believe are wrong and to face discussions about them.

Now, it’s hard to go into detail about my own plans here, but they will continue to meet our commitment to delivering the best story and best possible gaming experience.

MeinMMO: In an interview with the PlayStation Blog, your colleague Lead Project Manager Shoichi Matsuzawa mentioned that FFXIV will receive gradual graphical improvements after the launch of the PS5 version. What kind of upgrades can fans expect with Endwalker and beyond?

Naoki Yoshida: Basically, I believe we will take advantage of the PS5’s performance to further improve the frame rate and add new character expressions. Additionally, the extent to which we can add graphical improvements will be influenced by the machine specifications of PC players. We will keep an eye on this and review these possibilities in due time.

We thank Yoshida-san for the interview.

Final Fantasy XIV and its players are currently preparing for the new expansion Endwalker. You can find all the information about it here:

Final Fantasy XIV introduces new expansion Endwalker – release date and all information

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The 5 Hottest Rumors About E3 2021 and How Likely They Are

Patrick Freese 7. June 2021 Reading time 6 minutes

The E3 2021 is highly anticipated by gamers around the world. Accordingly, there are some rumors and leaks that are becoming relevant for the fair. We will show you the hottest news from the rumor mill surrounding the upcoming E3.

What is it about? The E3 2021 runs this year from Saturday, June 12 to Tuesday, June 15. For the gaming scene, it is an important fair, as many reveals, announcements, and teasers are expected. Naturally, some rumors have also emerged in this context. “Will they finally present GTA 6 during E3 2021?”, players are asking, for example.

We want to give you an insight into the hottest rumors about E3 2021, what’s behind them, and how likely they are to come true.

Ubisoft brings new PvP shooter BattleCat, combining 3 franchises

What is the rumor? Allegedly, Ubisoft is working on a PvP shooter called “BattleCat”. The special thing about this shooter is that it is supposed to combine the franchises Splinter Cell, The Division, and Ghost Recon.

The leak, which was recently spread via Twitter, suggests that BattleCat will be a team-based, competitive first-person shooter. The leaked images show the Wolves from Ghost Recon: Breakpoint, the Echelon from Splinter Cell, and the Cleaners from The Division.

There are supposed to be two game modes that make it sound like a sort of military Overwatch:

In Escort, two teams play against each other. One team tries to escort a machine to a delivery zone.
In Ringleader, teams must collect rings from fallen enemies. The player with the most rings becomes the Ringleader and can turn them in if they survive for 30 seconds.

How likely is this? A new game that combines several franchises would be conceivable. Ubisoft has not presented anything like this at E3 2021 yet. User Zer0Bytes_, who leaked BattleCat, also accurately predicted new operators in 2020, which were then released in Rainbow Six: Siege.

During the earnings call in May 2021, Ubisoft stated that it will continue to focus on both free-to-play and premium titles in the future. With Division Heartlands, they have already announced a new free game that might gain more attention during E3 2021.

At the same time, players are waiting for more information about the new installment of Rainbow Six. It was supposed to be called Quarantine but was allegedly renamed with the current COVID-19 pandemic and the associated quarantines in mind. Gameplay of the new Rainbow Six has already been leaked here.

Find out everything we know about the leak regarding BattleCat here.

GTA 6 will finally be teased at E3

What is the rumor? There has been a lot of buzz around GTA 6 for years. After all, the current installment of the series, Grand Theft Auto V, was released back in 2013. Fans of the franchise have long been demanding a continuation, featuring a new map, improved graphics, a fresh story, and a new online multiplayer.

Hot rumors indicate a setting around GTA: Vice City. This installment was released in 2002 and was well received by fans. In Miami Vice style with neon colors and iconic charts from the 80s, the game left a positive impression on many players.

However, Rockstar Games itself remains silent about the game. Rumors have been circulating that GTA VI will finally be revealed, but so far this has not been the case. According to recent rumors, at least the first teaser for GTA 6 is expected to be released during E3 2021.

How likely is this? Rather unlikely. So far, many “Rockstar will announce GTA 6 tomorrow” messages have simply fallen flat (like this one here for the Super Bowl). For every major event, it is said that a teaser could finally be on the way. Even though it seems rather unlikely: If it happens during the 2K press conference, we would be happy to see a little teaser for GTA 6.

Borderlands shows new game featuring the franchise’s secret star

What is the rumor? A supposed game list featuring games from 2K appeared on Reddit. It reportedly includes games that Take 2 is supposed to publish. The attention is drawn to a new installment of the Borderlands franchise, which apparently is set to put the popular NPC character Tiny Tina in the spotlight.

The Borderlands spinoff is referred to by the codename Daffodil and could be called “Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands” later. Gearbox has already secured the rights to the name. The game is supposed to follow the established style you know from previous Borderlands titles.

However, there isn’t much information about the game yet. Everything we know about the leak regarding Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands.

How likely is this? It is quite certain that this game will exist and will be announced at E3 2021. Renowned gaming journalist Jason Schreier has already confirmed this. His network of sources consists of many insiders and employees from the gaming industry. It’s very likely that he has more information from them already.

Update from June 7 at 6:50 PM: The name “Wonderland” also appears in the teaser website’s data. This means that the title of the unknown game is nearly confirmed (via twitter.com).

Starfield – The full reveal of the RPG

What is the rumor? During Bethesda’s large E3 show, Starfield is expected to receive a lot of attention. It is firmly believed that the game will be presented, as the teaser for the E3 program shows not only the Master Chief from Halo but also a planet that strongly resembles the one from Starfield.

Starfield is expected to be a pure single-player title set in a sci-fi setting. It will be a new IP that is likely unrelated to Bethesda’s well-known game series.

Now, during E3 2021, there are hopes for a major presentation of the game that will primarily aim to answer questions.

When is the release? Will it really be after 2021, or will old rumors be confirmed that Microsoft wants to release the game in 2021?
On which platforms will it be released? Will it be exclusive to Xbox?

Bethesda is planning a huge show, likely showcasing Starfield, their next big RPG after Skyrim

How likely is this? It seems quite certain that the Xbox and Bethesda show will also revolve around Starfield. With their own teaser, they have already confirmed this. However, the rumor of a release in 2021 seems unlikely. Expert Jason Schreier believes that Bethesda will tease a release date during E3 and wants to release the game later in 2022 (via Twitter.com).

Switch Pro – The new console will finally be unveiled

What is the rumor? According to rumors, the new Switch Pro is set to be revealed around E3 2021. Experts have said that Nintendo will unveil Switch Pro before E3 2021 so that they can then fully focus on the “software for Switch” during the Nintendo Direct stream as announced.

There were rumors that the Switch Pro should have been unveiled on June 3, but the announcement did not happen.

How likely is this? It is almost certain that Nintendo will unveil the new Switch Pro console in the next few days. But will it happen during E3 2021? Rather unlikely. Nintendo has stated on Twitter that 40 minutes of the Nintendo Direct will focus entirely on software for the Switch, followed by 3 hours of gameplay in the Nintendo Treehouse.

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What other rumors are there?

Within the gaming community, there are many rumors that occupy players in the run-up to E3 2021.

Nintendo could show more about Zelda and introduce a new game, as The Legend of Zelda turns a proud 35 years old in 2021. Remasters of old games or entirely new installments like a sequel to Breath of the Wild are speculated.
Final Fantasy is reportedly receiving a “Souls-like” action game called Final Fantasy Origin, which is being developed by Team Ninja (via polygon.com). Rumors suggest that the dark FF game will be showcased in more detail during E3 2021.
Elden Ring will likely not be showcased during E3 2021. It was announced in 2019 and fans are eager for more details on the game. However, industry insider Jeff Grubb revealed in a stream that the game will not be part of E3 2021 (via DualShockers.com). Instead, it could be presented during the Summer Games Fest.

After these hot rumors and speculations, you surely have a few favorites in mind. To coincide with the anticipated gaming fair, we have created a survey for you. Which E3 2021 streams are you looking forward to the most? Vote there and show us where you have the most interest.

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Pokémon GO: The best counters against Mega-Lahmus

Franzi Korittke 7. June 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

With the most effective raid counters, you can quickly win against Mega-Slowbro in Pokémon GO. We have summarized for you the best attackers and all the important information about Mega-Slowbro.

What kind of boss is it? The Mega Evolution of Slowbro is of the Water and Psychic type. It was first introduced on June 8, 2021 as part of the event “A Very Slow Discovery” in Pokémon GO.

As with all other Mega Raids, you cannot catch the Mega Evolution directly at the end, but you receive a regular Slowbro. With the corresponding Mega Energy, you can then evolve this Mega monster from Slowbro. The required Mega Energy for Mega-Slowbro is obtained as a reward at the end of the Mega Raids.

How long can you fight against Mega-Slowbro? You can find the raid boss from June 8, 2021, at 10:00 AM to June 17, 2021, at 10:00 AM in the Mega Raids in Pokémon GO.

The best counters against Mega-Slowbro

Based on the information from Pokebattler (via pokebattler.com), we show you in the following table the best counters that you should use against Mega-Slowbro to win as quickly as possible.

Pokémon	Moveset
Mega-Gengar	Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball
Shadow Raikou	Thunder Shock and Volt Switch
Shadow Magnezone	Spark and Volt Switch
Shadow Snorlax	Body Slam and Leech Seed
Mega-Houndoom	Body Slam and Leech Seed
Shadow Electivire	Thunder Shock and Volt Switch
Shadow Zapdos	Thunder Shock and Thunderbolt
Darkrai	Body Slam and Shadow Ball
Shadow Mewtwo	Psycho Cut and Shadow Ball
Zekrom	Charge Beam and Volt Switch
Mega-Venusaur	Vine Whip and Solar Beam

Notes: Mega-Slowbro is particularly vulnerable to Electric and Grass attacks due to its Water type. If the raid boss uses Psychic attacks, then Pokémon with counters from the Dark, Ghost, or Bug areas will also be very effective.

If you do not have the mentioned Mega or Shadow Pokémon, you can also use common Pokémon alongside Darkrai and Zekrom. Pokémon like Chandelure, Giratina (Altered Form), Snorlax, and Gengar with their Ghost and Dark attacks are also effective against Mega-Slowbro, as are Raikou, Electivire, and Magnezone with their Electric attacks.

If the weather is windy or rainy during the raid, Mega-Slowbro also receives a weather boost. When catching, the CP value therefore ranges between 1,382 CP and 1,454 CP (without weather boost) or between 1,728 CP and 1,817 CP (with weather boost).

What attacks can Mega-Slowbro have?

The raid boss can have various attacks, which are composed as follows:

As a Fast Attack, Mega-Slowbro learns Confusion or Water Gun

As a Charged Attack, it learns Ice Beam, Psychic, or Hydro Pump

How many trainers do you need to defeat Mega-Slowbro? To bring this raid boss down quickly, we recommend a battle with at least four trainers.

Let us know in the comments what your best counters against Mega-Slowbro are. Also, during the event “A Very Slow Discovery”, you can obtain the Galar form of Slowbro. You can find all further information about the events in June in Pokémon GO here.

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New leaks in Genshin Impact: Update 1.7 is expected to bring Tohma as the next character

Tarek Zehrer 7. June 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

The leaks about Genshin Impact keep coming. According to the latest reports, another character has been leaked for update 1.7. This is said to be the Pyro character Tohma. MeinMMO shows you the most important information from the leaks.

Where do the info come from? The alleged information comes from various sources that have repeatedly published leaks about Genshin Impact. In this case, the “Wangsheng Funeral Parlor” Discord channel is once again involved, which previously reported on 5 characters for update 1.7.

According to this leak, these characters will come in 1.7:

Ayaka
Sayu
Yoimiya
The Electro Traveler
An unknown 4-star character

We may now know who the unknown 4-star character could be: Tohma. (via dualshockers.com) We will show you what is currently known about the character.

Leaks show first images of Tohma

What kind of character is this? Rumors about Tohma have been circulating for a while. While there is still not much concrete information, the leaks have at least brought some initial hints about what his characteristics might be:

Tohma is said to be a 4-star character
He is supposed to use the Pyro element
He is expected to wield a polearm

Tohma is speculated among fans to be a 4-star version of Hu Tao (via gamerjournalist.com). However, these are just speculations, as this is a render and not a character screen. He could still turn out to be a 5-star character.

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What else supports the notion that Tohma is coming in 1.7? There seems to be a connection between him and another leaked character. Ayaka is also rumored for 1.7. She could become one of the most powerful characters in Genshin Impact and has been known since the beta.

She mentions Tohma several times, so there could be a connection between the two. It would make sense for both to be introduced in update 1.7.

Keep in mind that this is speculation. Leaks are never completely reliable, and there is a possibility that the developers might change something before the release of 1.7.

When does 1.7 come out? Normally, updates are released in a 6-week rhythm. Since the next major update 1.6 is set to appear on June 9, a release is likely only from mid-July onward.

What can we expect in 1.6? The contents of update 1.6 were presented in a trailer. The update is also called Midsummer Islands Adventure and takes you to an archipelago. There, you will face new adventures and continue the story of Genshin Impact.

You can travel between the islands with your wave rider boat and even engage in naval battles. New enemies and numerous events await you.

Kazuha is already confirmed as a new character. Recently, another leak revealed some information about his banner.

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Razer aims to surprise with new gaming hardware at E3 – What can we expect?

Benedikt Schlotmann 7. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

Manufacturer Razer will present new hardware and technologies at the Entertainment Fair E3. What can we expect? Some are still waiting for the release of the “smartest mask in the world.”

Manufacturer Razer wants to hold its own press conference for the first time at E3. According to Razer, the CEO of Razer, Min-Liang Tan, is expected to “unveil a range of innovative hardware” during the keynote.

When will the presentation take place? The Razer press conference will take place on the night from Monday to Tuesday, June 15 at 12:00 AM CEST.

Where can I watch it? The Razer E3 keynote will be broadcast worldwide on the official E3 channels (YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Facebook), on the E3 portal and in the app, through all E3 media partner websites, and on Razer’s social channels.

But what can we expect at E3? There are currently at least two rumors about what Razer could present.

Razer plans its first gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen, will it come to E3?

For some time now, there have been rumors that Razer is working on a gaming laptop with an AMD processor. A tweet from Razer’s CEO Min-Liang Tan in response to AMD has further intensified this rumor:

https://twitter.com/minliangtan/status/1390517884510633985

What hardware will be used? So far, however, we know very little about Razer’s laptop. Only a few details are known, which have not yet been officially confirmed by Razer (Via notebookcheck.com):

The gaming laptop is expected to feature the Ryzen 9 5900HX.
It is supposed to be a 14-inch laptop.
You should be able to purchase the laptop with either RTX 3060 or RTX 3070.

What is special about it? Until now, Razer has only equipped its Blade series with Intel processors. The decision to go with AMD would not be surprising, as many gaming laptops had already been presented at CES 2021. Many gaming laptops also feature an AMD processor.

Many of them also rely on a Ryzen processor.

Gamers are waiting for the release of the “smartest mask in the world”

At the beginning of the year, Razer introduced a concept for a stylish mask called “Project Hazel,” designed to protect against Corona and other pathogens. In March, Razer’s CEO confirmed that the smart mask is to be manufactured and that it is not just a concept. However, the CEO did not provide an official date.

It could very well be that Razer uses the keynote as an opportunity to announce a release date for the “smartest mask in the world.” At least some users are already looking forward to finally being able to buy the mask. For example, Tokote writes on MeinMMO:

Since I heard about that thing months ago, I really want to have it. For one, the looks of people and then the amazement that, thanks to the microphone, it’s so easy to understand.

Where does the name come from? Razer calls their new product the “smartest mask in the world.” It comes with a special charging station that charges the mask’s battery and simultaneously kills bacteria and viruses with integrated UV light.

These are the first impressions of “Project Hazel,” as the mask from Razer is called.

In 2020, Razer had already presented some hardware for gamers that is aimed at MMO and shooter players.

For example, Razer had introduced the Viper 8K, which is particularly targeted at shooter players.
With the Naga Pro, they introduced the new version of the Razer Trinity. This is a variable mouse, where you can swap the side parts. You can also find the MeinMMO test on the Razer Naga Pro with us.

Do you want to know what else will be presented at E3 2021? You can find all important dates around E3 2021 directly here with us on MeinMMO. Here we present the schedule for E3 2021 with German times and explain to you what you can particularly look forward to:

E3 2021: All dates in the schedule – When will the streams be broadcast?

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Schalke 04 is negotiating for a starting place in LoL – sale reportedly to bring up to 30 million euros

Alexander Leitsch 7. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

Schalke 04 has held a starting spot in the top European League of Legends league, the LEC, since 2019. However, due to the football club’s relegation to the 2. Bundesliga, Schalke 04 is short on funds. Therefore, negotiations are currently underway regarding the starting spot in the LEC, which, according to Bild, could bring up to 30 million euros.

This is the situation:

In 2019, Schalke 04 purchased a starting spot in the LEC for 8 million euros. The 10 spots in the league are permanently assigned and can only be bought from other organizations.
Although Schalke 04 has performed well in the LEC in recent years and regularly made the playoffs, the division reportedly incurred losses in 2020 due to COVID-19.
As early as February 2021, there were discussions about the starting spot in the LEC, as the football club was at risk of relegation to the 2. Liga. The club has since been relegated.
For the Summer Split, the midlaner Abbedagge was allegedly sold for 1 million euros. He will be replaced by a rookie from the second team of S04. There was already speculation here that the sale could be related to Schalke’s cost-cutting measures.

Starting spot allegedly sold for 30 million euros, decision reportedly not final

What has happened now? Bild reports that Schalke 04 is supposed to receive 30 million euros for the sale of the starting spot in LoL (via Bild+). However, the deal does not seem to be finalized, as Tim Reichert, the Esports Managing Director of S04, reported to the website Esports Observer.

There, it is stated that no definitive decision has been made yet. However, there should be an update in the next 10 to 14 days.

The Media Relations Manager, Sascha Marx, also stated to Esports Observer:

We have always said that selling parts of our esports business would be a way to generate revenue. We will inform the public when such a sale has taken place.
Sascha Marx

How would it proceed for S04 in LoL? If Schalke sells its starting spot, then the Summer Season 2021 would likely be the last for now. The LEC will start again this weekend (June 11) with the competition.

It is unclear what will happen to the current team if a new organization takes over the starting spot. A takeover is possible but not mandatory.

It is also unclear what the future holds for Schalke 04 Evolution, the “youth team” in the Prime League. The Prime League is the largest LoL league in the German-speaking area (Germany, Austria, Switzerland).

Schalke benches Gilius, angers fans

What else is happening with S04? Besides the transfer of Abbedagge and the possible sale of the starting spot, Schalke 04 also drew attention in recent weeks with a controversial transfer decision.

They signed the new jungler Thomas “Kirei” Yuen, who is supposed to replace the current player Gilius. However, he was celebrated as a hero in 2020 and played a significant role in the “Miracle Run,” which surprisingly led the team from last place to the playoffs:

Schalke makes a controversial decision in LoL: Fans consider the transfer as bad as in football.

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The new WoW book is a must for story fans – and a blessing for the ‘LGBTQIA+’ community

Cortyn 7. June 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

The book “Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth” thrilled Cortyn. Not only are the stories themselves exciting, but also the morals behind them.

Even though there have been some problems with the content of World of Warcraft in recent months and years – especially regarding the timely release – there is another medium that has been consistently delivering for fans of the universe: books. In recent years, several books have been published that are not necessarily related to the main storyline of the game and instead deal with side stories or certain perspectives on the game world.

What is the book about? The book “Folk & Fairy Tales of Azeroth” is a collection of a total of 12 short stories, each penned by a different author. The individual stories are not 100% verified parts of the official lore as it occurred – but rather stories and tales of the various people.

The book poses the question: What legends and ghost stories do Goblins, Vulpera, Night Elves, and Humans tell each other around the campfire? What fundamental moral values are instilled in the peoples through children’s tales? What heroic tales do the Undead tell, and what exactly is the legend of the Earth Mother and the Tauren?

Especially for role players, the book is “pure gold,” as it breathes life into previously unknown areas of the Warcraft world. But general Warcraft fans are likely to enjoy it as well.

What stories are there? I particularly found the story “The Uninvited Guest” striking. It essentially addresses the counterpart to the “monster under the bed” that Goblins fear.

If Goblins become too greedy, then the “Uninvited Guest” could attack them – an invisible presence that feeds off thoughts of greed and possession, infecting the affected with the worst thing Goblins can imagine: kindness and generosity.

Another story addresses the traditions of the Vulpera and reveals why they constantly roam the desert and never linger in one place for long. This is due to a mysterious artifact that whispers to the caravan about where the dead must be buried to find their final rest. If one ignores the call of the artifact and disposes of the dead bodies in another way, terrible things happen – and these tales are not delicate.

But let’s be honest: hardly any children’s tale from “our” youth was gentle.

Representation of Diversity – Quite Successful

However, the book is also quite good for a second group, as it fits perfectly with the current Pride Month. Many members of the “LGBTQIA+” community may feel very “welcomed” by the book. Many stories contain allusions or clear references to characters who identify with this group.

To give a few examples:

The story “Stone, Moss, and Tears” deals with a sentinel of the Kaldorei who only feels truly comfortable among the other sentinels. She was ostracized by her family for not following the family tradition of dedicating herself to druidism.

As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the Night Elf was born male but has always felt like a woman and therefore joined the sentinels. The story addresses the search for a place where one is accepted as they are – and the friendships that come with it.

Also quite clearly is the reference in the story “Why the Mermaids Left Boralus.” The story fundamentally addresses the legend of the Kul Tirans and how Boralus was created. At the center of the story is the mermaid Halia, who falls in love with the Tide Sage Ery, whom she repeatedly sees on the lookout of one of the ships.

It is this love that ultimately leads to the creation of the great sea wall of Boralus, which still ensures that the city is not destroyed by storms every year – and the plot is extremely tragic.

In the last story, “Visage Day,” it’s about Chromie, who has long been a little puzzle for the community. For the dragon lady in the form of the little gnome is actually named “Chronormu,” carrying a masculine name. What was long seen as a mistake is clarified in the story. Chronormu chooses the form of a female gnome because that simply “fits better” with how she feels.

My impression was: All of this just fit wonderfully. It never felt forced, and I never had the impression that – as has often been criticized – these themes are “shoved in your face.” They were meaningful aspects of the story, individual facets of multi-dimensional characters, and a clear enrichment.

I can definitely recommend the book. Even aside from the “LGBTQIA+” content, the stories are really great, shedding new light on characters like Uther, revealing more about the way of life of the Vulpera, exploring the topic of grief processing, and almost always having a lovely moral.

Many of the stories have quite clear references to works and tales that have existed for hundreds of years. “The Eyes of the Earth Mother” repeatedly reminds one of the creation story of the Bible, and the Boralus story has clear parallels to the fairy tale “The Little Mermaid” – even in its particularly gruesome aspects.

I read the book in the English version, which you can order here on Amazon if needed:

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Anyone who prefers to wait for the German version of “The Folk Tales and Legends of Azeroth” will have to wait until June 29, as only then will the translated version hit the shelves.

In summary, the 12 “Fairy Tales” are all about: Really good Warcraft stories that you can read not only to children. Anyone who likes to fall asleep with an interesting story at night – or wants to sweeten a long train ride – can do so without hesitation.

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MMORPG Odin: Valhalla Rising launches later this month in Korea, shows new gameplay

Tarek Zehrer 7. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

The Viking MMORPG Odin: Valhalla Rising has now received an official release date for Korea. In addition to the announcement, developer Lionheart Studios has introduced new gameplay. MeinMMO summarizes the latest information.

What is Odin: Valhalla Rising? It is an MMORPG from South Korea, published by Black Desert publisher Kakao Games.

The world of the game is based on Norse mythology and is designed to provide a lot of variety. There, you will encounter gods, creatures like dragons, giants, and other monsters.

When is the MMORPG set to be released? During a showcase, Lionheart Studios announced the launch for South Korea. Odin will be released there on June 29, 2021.

In this context, several new gameplay videos have also been released, showcasing various elements of the game.

New scenes from Odin with the game world, classes, and bosses

In total, three gameplay videos with various scenes of Odin have been released. They provide a glimpse of the MMORPG and different areas of the game.

The game world of Odin

This is what to expect in the world of the MMORPG: In the game, you will visit the four regions of Midgard, Albenheim, Jötunheim, and Nidavellir. The latest video gives you another glimpse of snowy landscapes, green forests, mountains, and wide plains.

You will explore the world either on mounts like horses, or even on a dragon or pegasus. You can also simply climb and traverse the world on foot.

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The 4 classes of Odin

These are the classes of the MMORPG: With Warrior, Rogue, Priest, and Sorceress, there are four classes available at launch. Classic roles such as Tank, DPS, and Healer are expected to play a significant role. Currently, it is not known how exactly the combat system works.

In the gameplay, you can see some excerpts regarding the classes. There are already extensive videos about them that we have previously presented: Odin showcases the 4 classes and what they can do in the trailer. The latest video provides an overview again.

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Boss fights

These are some of the bosses you will fight against in Odin: The third gameplay video features several bosses. These appear to be primarily creatures from Norse mythology.

The video shows, for example, a three-headed giant dog. It could be Gam, who guards the entrance to the Norse underworld Hel. At the end of the video, it seems that the god Odin himself can be seen. However, it is not yet clear whether you will fight against him and thus also against the gods personally.

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PvP battles

This is what the video shows: In the fourth and final video, we also get a glimpse into the PvP battles of Odin. In the gameplay, you can see how players take off on their mounts and land fluidly on the battlefield.

The fights look fast-paced, but not much more can be said about it. Currently, it is also uncertain whether Odin’s combat system relies on auto-play or not.

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Is there already a release for Europe? Kakao Games has announced a total of 4 games that are set to be released in the Western market in 2021. One of them is Odin: Valhalla Rising.

So you can still expect a release this year. However, we do not know more specifics at this point.

On which platforms is Odin being released? Originally, the MMORPG was developed as a AAA game for smartphones, but is now also set to be released for PC.

What do you think of the shown gameplay? Are you looking forward to the release of Odin here in Europe? Discuss with us in the comments.

If you are generally interested in MMORPGs, you should check this out: MMORPG hope Blue Protocol shows gameplay from beta and a new class

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New leaks about Battlefield 6 reveal setting and suggest the largest maps ever

Maik Schneider 7. June 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

The world premiere of the first official trailer for Battlefield 6 is in a few days, and the leak machinery is running like a well-oiled machine. Over the past weekend, potential new information about the setting, gameplay, and release details has emerged. MeinMMO shows you the latest leaks.

What’s going on? The latest installment of the Battlefield series is set to launch this year, and the global reveal is scheduled for June 9. In two days, we will know exactly when and where the new Battlefield takes place and what to expect. Until then, it is the leakers who are at the center of the reporting, and they had a particularly busy time over the weekend. There are new Battlefield leaks about:

Setting and name
Gameplay photos
Start of the first test phase
Attachment system similar to Call of Duty
Squad and hero system
Maps and game modes
Crossplay

Please note: The information in the article consists of unconfirmed leaks, so there are no verified, official details. Therefore, treat this with the necessary portion of skepticism and caution for now. If you want to make up your own mind about the information, check out the English thread on reddit (via reddit).

Leaks suggest Battlefield 2042 – Test phase likely in June

What do leaks say about the setting and name? Until the recent leaks, a reboot of the BF series seemed likely, and the name was supposed to just be “Battlefield”. However, after the new information from the weekend, it now seems to be more like “Battlefield 2042”. There are also supposed images of the new BF logo.

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The name aligns with previous speculations. According to this, Battlefield 6 will play in a soft science fiction world that offers better technologies but is still comparable to our current technological level.

There was even an official teaser that outlines the setting a bit. The Twitter account of Battlefield sent encrypted messages to content creators. Several of these snippets could be pieced together into a larger message. In the end, the text reads:

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Teaser translation: ‘Some of you want to go home – the most human of all instincts. With a heavy heart, I must tell you the truth. You have no home to return to. The question we all must now ask ourselves is: Will we accept our fate? Or will we dare to fight for a better future? No one can force you to fight. But I say to all who hear my voice: If you can fire a weapon, if you can tend to a wound, if you can fly a Havoc… Those who cannot need you. We need you. War is the only way home.’

What do the latest photos of the gameplay look like? Four clear photos of the new Battlefield have appeared on the photo platform imgur (via imgur.com). The images show vehicles, the user interface, and give a brief impression of a desert map. This is likely to be a “Qatar Sandstorm Map”.

Particularly, the fourth photo impressively shows how the map is being ‘overrun’ by a sandstorm, which could significantly alter the combat situation.

The well-known and often well-informed leaker “Tom Henderson” (formerly LongSensation) has classified the images as authentic (via Twitter). They are said to originate from a pre-alpha build.

When do the test phases start? According to the new leaks, a test phase for large content creators and streamers is likely to start on June 15. An open alpha or open beta could even start in June for all players.

BF6 likely with large mega-maps, but no cross-gen at launch

What is there to know about the attachment system? Leaker Henderson spoke about an attachment system like in Call of Duty. Now there is new information about it. Unlike in CoD, you will likely be able to carry two attachments for your weapons at any time and swap them in the game. In Call of Duty, these attachments cannot simply be swapped while preparing for an attack. You must either go down (multiplayer) or even leave the match entirely (Warzone).

What is the deal with the squad and hero system? As usual, there is expected to be a class system in Battlefield 6 that somewhat restricts your skills and weapon selection. Depending on the class, you will have access to certain equipment. In Battlefield 6, there will also be a “hero” system similar to Battlefield 2 – the heroes are referred to as “Professionals” in BF6. Each squad can take one Professional per class, and this character has additional specialized equipment.

What is there to know about maps and modes? The maps in Battlefield 6 are said to be larger than anything seen before in the Battlefield series. The leaks are not particularly concrete here, but the maps are expected to be really big. Additionally, each map is supposed to feature a “Tornado” or “Twister”. When one of these windy disasters sweeps over the map, even vehicles can be caught up and tossed around.

This likely makes it necessary to adjust the classic conquest mode somewhat. Instead of capturing areas and later losing them to enemies, the maps are divided into sectors. Each sector has 3 – 4 capture points, and if a team captures a sector, the enemy team can no longer capture that sector. Each sector is supposed to be as large as a medium-sized map from Battlefield 3.

The goal is to promote and focus on team play. Players who solo their way across the maps should not benefit from this.

What is there to know about crossplay? There will reportedly be no crossplay between the old consoles (PS4, Xbox One) and the current consoles PS5 and Xbox Series X at launch. The old generation likely cannot keep up. Leaker Henderson even goes further and writes on Twitter:

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Tweet translation: ‘In my opinion, you should start saving as a big Battlefield player if you don’t have a current-gen console. The versions for the past-gen [PS4 and Xbox One] are basically a different game.’

Whether there will be crossplay between platforms is still open according to the leaks.

The leaks continue to sharpen the picture of the new Battlefield 6 / 2042. What will actually land in the finished game remains uncertain. However, we will know more on Wednesday, June 9. The global reveal will start then, and there will finally be solid information.

What do you think about the latest information on BF6? Are you excited about the reveal on Wednesday? Are you optimistic that the release will be better than that of Battlefield 5? Share your thoughts with us in the comments on MeinMMO.

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Elyon vs. Swords of Legends Online: Which new MMORPG suits me better?

Patrick Schulz 7. June 2021 Reading time 7 minutes

Before the end of the year, two new MMOs from Asia, Elyon and Sword of Legends Online, will be released, competing for the players’ favor. Elyon comes from Korea, while Sword of Legends Online is from China. Both fundamentally follow the same payment model, but which MMORPG suits you better?

What kind of MMORPGs are they? Elyon and Sword of Legends Online are two Buy2Play MMORPGs. Once you purchase them, you can play the games forever.

Elyon itself is a classic theme park MMORPG but is wholeheartedly dedicated to PvP – players will hardly be able to avoid it. Elyon will have a cash shop that may contain pay-to-win elements. Details about the Western shop version will be revealed later.

Sword of Legends is also a theme park MMORPG and targets players who focus on PvE with optional PvP on their wishlist. There is also a cash shop here, but it only includes cosmetic items.

When will the two MMORPGs be released?

Elyon does not have a fixed release date yet, but it is expected to be released in Q4 2021.
Similarly, Sword of Legends Online: The MMORPG is officially set to release a few weeks after the end of Beta 2 (June 8). The release is therefore expected to take place at the end of June/beginning of July.

How much do the games cost? The creators of Elyon have not yet communicated any prices. We suspect that there will be a normal full-price title at launch, as well as different editions. Whether these will provide players with a direct advantage at launch is currently unclear.

Sword of Legends Online comes in three variants. It starts at €39.99 for the standard version and goes up to €99.99 for the Collector’s Edition. Each package includes multiple beta keys and cosmetic items. You will not receive any gameplay advantages.

Elyon – Open-World Theme Park MMO focused on PvP

How is Elyon structured? Elyon targets classic MMORPG players but also relies on a modern action combat system to add more dynamism to the game. Former TERA players should feel at home here, especially since it is from the same developer.

Additionally, there are:

6 classes
Holy Trinity
Open PvP / Faction PvP
Combat arenas
Dungeons
Housing
Crafting
Linear quest progression leading from area to area

In Elyon, quests serve as a means to an end; through the linear design, you grind through the levels to then tackle more challenging endgame content and experience exciting PvP battles.

How the MMORPG performed in the first test was shared by MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch in this report: The new MMORPG Elyon will not be a flop like Bless, but also not a huge hit.

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Sword of Legend: Beautiful game world, no open world, less PvP

How is Sword of Legends structured? SOLO is also a theme park MMORPG, but it lacks the open world of Elyon. Areas are instanced here. Level progression is rather uneventful, and you are guided by quests from area to area until you reach the maximum level. Like Elyon, the game offers:

Six classes
Holy Trinity
Dungeons
Combat arenas
Linear quest lines
Crafting
Raids / world bosses
Housing
Faction PvP (with limitations at launch)

In the leveling phase, Sword of Legends does not differ significantly from Elyon: here, you sequentially tackle quests and fight your way to the next area. Once at max level, dungeons and raids become more challenging and offer various difficulty levels. The PvP system is also unlocked only at the highest level.

The combat system uses a hybrid tab-target and faster action combat system. Here’s a peculiarity: Each of the 6 classes has two paths, which can function as healer, tank, ranged or melee DPS based on type.

The story background is based on the Chinese XianXian world, reminiscent of classics like “House of the Flying Daggers.” You can float, fly on swords, and travel especially quickly through the fantastic world of SOLO.

MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch also took a closer look at SOLO and wrote a conclusion: I played 80 hours of Swords of Legends and say: “The MMORPG is much better than you think”.

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Elyon focuses on customizable skills, SOLO impresses with strong graphics

Are there features not found in other MMORPGs?

Elyon boasts its elaborately designed skill system, where skills can be extensively tailored to match the player’s style or current requirements.
Sword of Legends Online is currently the most beautiful MMORPG, captivating you with its stunning game world and excellent animations. The MMORPG also offers a large arsenal of features, leaderboards, and achievements, even in the friends list, waiting to be discovered. Additionally, there are small mini-games that provide entertainment on the side.

Significant differences in endgame

In the endgame, you will clearly notice which of the two MMORPGs suits you. Here lie the biggest differences between Elyon and Sword of Legends Online.

What does Elyon prioritize in endgame? The focus of Elyon is expected to be on:

Combat arenas
Equipment and weapon upgrades
Dungeons
Conflicts in the open world

Elyon quickly makes it clear where the focus of the game lies: you need high-quality equipment to prevail against monsters or players. Unfortunately, this is evident in the required grind.

Thus, the equipment must be upgraded to keep up with the best players in Elyon. These upgrades are facilitated in the Korean version via the cash shop, similar to the upgrades in Black Desert. Whether the shop will also come to the West remains unknown at this time. The publisher Kakao Games has not made the shop accessible in the first beta.

In combination with mob grind, repetitive tasks, and cash shop, the game seems more suitable for hardcore players who do not necessarily reject real money spending rather than casual players.

What does Sword of Legends prioritize in endgame? Sword of Legends Online offers you similar content but is not as time-consuming as Elyon. Here, you will spend most of your time with:

Combat arenas
Dungeons
Housing
Raids
Cosmetic items that adjust character appearance

Sword of Legends also speaks a clear language here. Due to the fast leveling progress, you can participate in endgame content quickly and tackle world bosses and dungeons of various difficulty levels. There is a leaderboard for almost everything, and achievement-hungry players find enough motivation to invest a lot of time in the game.

Furthermore, there are only cosmetic items here, and players will receive no in-game advantages through real money spending. So if you have earned and upgraded your equipment in PvPvE, you can take it easier.

Sword of Legends offers you the opportunity to simply enjoy the game world or wait for the next content update. The mandatory online connection through competitive progress is limited here.

How fair the equipment system in Sword of Legends Online is can be found out here:

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Differences beyond gameplay

How does the graphics look? Elyon and Sword of Legends both differ significantly in terms of graphics and art style. While Elyon reminds the inclined viewer of games like TERA, AION, BDO, and similar Korea MMORPGs, Sword of Legends comes closest to Age of Wushu or Blade and Soul with its Chinese XianXian setting.

Sword of Legends Online can score with a wonderful user interface, which can be completely customized by you. Valuable tools like a damage meter are included right at the start.

Do both games support German? Both Elyon and Sword of Legends Online feature English voice acting and German texts.

Do the MMORPGs have Pay2Win? Both MMOs have a cash shop.

Elyon will likely offer content-relevant items that can influence character strength or speed up game progress (ElyonAIR).
Sword of Legends Online relies solely on cosmetic content that does not change gameplay. This will not change under the German publisher Gameforge, as they assure.

The future of Elyon and Sword of Legends

What is planned for upcoming updates? The plan is to align Elyon as closely as possible to the Korean version (ElyonAIR).

Sword of Legends is also progressing well, as the MMORPG has been on the market in China since 2019 and regularly receives new content that is also supposed to be free for players in the West.

Both games are also set to receive a comprehensive graphics update that should enhance performance.

Which game should I play?

For this type of player, Elyon is worth it: If you are willing to invest a lot of time in an MMORPG and love to collect success in PvP against other players, you are generally not wrong. Although there is also PvE in Elyon and the dungeons are quite well done, everything is a means to an end. And that end is to improve equipment and compete against other players. It also becomes clear that lone wolves have a harder time in Elyon.

The combination of time investment, social interactions in guilds, and the obvious focus on competitive aspects targets mid to hardcore players who take Elyon seriously.

Of course, you should also keep an eye on the cash shop, which has a few items to speed up the process for such situations. Even if it’s just the collection companion that picks up loot for you or small potions that temporarily enhance your character attributes.

For this type of player, Sword of Legends is worth it: The MMORPG offers a wealth of content and appeals to both casual and hardcore players. If you are just starting fresh in an MMO, the game might seem a bit overwhelming. It makes sense to quickly join a guild and receive support from your comrades. Social aspects are indeed present in Sword of Legends Online.

However, the game is based on a traditional Chinese story and aesthetics that might not appeal to every player.

Besides, you can do a lot in the game, provided you fight through the somewhat slow leveling system. After that, you have a great selection between dungeons and future raids at various levels, can indulge in PvP in different game modes, or explore the various game areas.

It is not particularly complicated to obtain the appropriate equipment in Sword of Legends, and even breaks from gameplay are forgiven. This is rounded off by a cash shop based entirely on cosmetic items that does not interfere with gameplay.

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A new MMORPG on Digimon is coming – The first images look really good

Alexander Leitsch 7. June 2021 Reading time 4 minutes

The Digimon series thrilled many children of the 90s and early 2000s and is still being developed today. A new MMORPG has now been announced in Korea. The content of the first season of the series plays a significant role.

What kind of game is this? Digimon Super Rumble is set to be a new, full-fledged MMORPG for Digimon. The game is being developed by Move Games, who previously created the MMOs Digimon Battle Online (2002) and Digimon Masters (2009).

Much is still unknown about Super Rumble:

The new MMORPG is being developed in Unreal Engine 4
It is supposed to be based on the first season but will also introduce new characters and stories
The first images already show familiar Digimon and iconic locations

Iconic Characters and Places in the Images

What do the first images of the game show? Currently, there are 7 images of Digimon Super Rumble. All of them look graphically impressive and appear significantly more modern than the previous MMOs related to the series.

The first image shows the 7 starter Digimon and the character Gennai, apparently waiting on an island for the arrival of the DigiDestined:

In the further images, you can repeatedly see iconic places that fans of the first season can immediately recognize:

The beach with the phone booths from episode 2
The subway from episode 3
The wrecked ship of Kokatorimon in the desert

Additionally, there is a screenshot showing Agumon and Devimon fighting and an image in a snowy landscape:

When will the game be released? For now, Digimon Super Rumble has only been announced for Korea. However, there is still no release date. Whether the MMORPG will come to the West is also unknown.

However, the other two Digimon MMORPGs from Move Games were released worldwide, albeit with several years of delay.

You can already play a Digimon MMORPG now

What do the other Digimon MMORPGs offer? If you don’t want to wait until the release of Super Rumble, you can already check out the other MMORPGs for Digimon.

Digimon Masters Online originally released in 2009 as a free-to-play game and was later released on Steam in 2016. It had an average of 762 players over the last 30 days and a peak of 1,200 concurrent players. The current 7,098 ratings are 68% positive:

Praise is given for the general structure and content of the MMORPG
Criticism is directed at the poor translation, much grind, and pay-to-win aspects
Many say they still play the MMORPG today because there is no other good MMORPG for Digimon

A glimpse into the game in 2021 is provided by the YouTube video from N0sSymdrome:

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The alternative would be Digimon Battle Online, a free-to-play MMORPG from 2002, which has become quite dated in graphics. Theoretically, you can still play it today.

What do you think about the new Digimon MMORPG? And have you tried the old games? Feel free to tell us in the comments.

If you are looking for a new MMORPG in 2021, you are in luck. Several new games and some new expansions are being released this year. We have summarized all the important information here: 13 reasons why MMORPG fans can look forward to 2021.

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13 Reasons why MMORPG fans can look forward to 2021

Alexander Leitsch 7. June 2021 Reading time 16 minutes

The last few years have offered few highlights for MMORPG fans. But 2021 could be the first year that really shines. As part of Find Your Next Game, we at MeinMMO present to you new games and expansions that are set to be released this year.

What is this about? In this post, you will find 13 MMORPGs that will either receive a major expansion or celebrate their release in 2021.

However, these are not just titles currently in development, but actually games whose release for 2021 has been confirmed by the developers or publishers. Of course, delays may occur again, but we wanted to gather the highlights of the year for you.

The list is not a ranking by release date or popularity, but aims to provide as much variety as possible. If you don’t want to wait until the release of one of these titles, you can find the 15 best MMOs and MMORPGs that you can play in 2021 here.

Note: The article was originally published on January 18, 2021, and was last updated on June 7 with current information about Swords of Legends Online, Elyon, PSO2, and New World.

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About the Author: Alexander Leitsch has been playing MMORPGs since 2005 and has tried nearly every title. His beginnings were with Guild Wars 1 and AION, but he is now mainly active in Guild Wars 2, BDO, and ESO. He is the MMORPG expert here at MeinMMO.

New World

What is New World? New World is a sandbox MMO. You reach the mysterious island Aeternum, where Azoth, a mystical material, can be found.

On the island, you will encounter wild beasts, the hostile NPC faction Corrupted, who has come into contact with Azoth, and hostile players you can fight in optional PvP.

New World offers:

3 playable factions
A classless system, where your armor and weapons determine your playstyle
Quests and events in the open world
A crafting system that is very important, as you must craft your own equipment
A housing system
50v50 PvP wars
A lore that is told in the open world.

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What is happening in 2021 with New World? After the release has already been postponed several times, Amazon has announced a new, fixed date. New World is set to be released on August 31, 2021. Before that, there will be a beta.

The alpha of the MMO is currently running, which is under NDA. Recently, new servers for Europe were launched there.

In the coming months, there should be plenty of new information, videos, and livestreams about New World. Recently, the developers presented:

The new endgame area Reekwater Swamp
The first new dungeons, including the Amrhein Dig, which we at MeinMMO were able to test
New weapons like the magical ice gauntlets
Some adjustments to the combat system

The changes to New World over the last few months have been discussed by us at MeinMMO in a column: New World is increasingly becoming a theme park MMORPG, and that is a good thing.

Who is this interesting for? With New World, a big release is finally on the horizon again. The game has already garnered a lot of attention, especially on Twitch, since its test week in August 2020.

The MMO primarily targets players who love crafting, exploring the world, and enjoy an action combat system without unnecessary fluff. However, those who prefer tab-targeting and a theme park world with a fixed story should look for another MMORPG.

What we from MeinMMO think after around 40 hours of gameplay about New World can be found here:

Despite some flaws: Why Amazon’s New World is a true MMO jewel

Swords of Legends Online

What is Swords of Legends? The MMORPG is set in ancient China and focuses on storytelling and quests. The story revolves around a magical sword that promises great power to its owner. However, this sword is controlled by a demonic creature.

Swords of Legends stands out with its beautiful graphics and is supposed to offer the following content at launch:

6 different playable classes – Deathbringer, Summoner, Bard, Sword Mage, Berserker and Spear Master – each with 2 specializations and no gender lock
An active combat system with dodge rolls
A game world with various large zones where you can encounter players and monsters from Chinese mythology
Fully voice-acted cutscenes in English
Housing, where players can retreat
Various mounts
Dungeons and raids with up to 20 players
Different PvP modes where you can fight against other players

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What is happening in 2021 with SOLO? The Chinese MMORPG is set to be released here later this year. Distribution will be handled by the German publisher Gameforge.

The release is planned for summer 2021 on a separate client and on Steam and Epic.

Who is this interesting for? Swords of Legends Online is particularly interesting for fans of theme park MMORPGs. The game places a strong emphasis on story, quests, dungeons, and raids. PvP is only available in specific areas and arenas.

MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch has already tried the game:

I played 80 hours of Swords of Legends and say: “The MMORPG is much better than you think”

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Players find secret area where Destiny 2 makes a Battlefield

Philipp Hansen 7. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

In Destiny 2 Guardians have found a way into a hidden forest after 4 years. Here Bungie is supposed to test destructive features for the upcoming expansion Witch Queen.

In the action MMO Destiny 2, players have sneaked into a secret forest (or rather glitch). The hidden area seems to be used by the developer Bungie itself for testing. The clever Guardians have encountered a feature that could come straight out of Battlefield.

MeinMMO takes a closer look at the hidden zone, as Guardians have wanted to enter the area for 4 years. Some speculate that we might be able to see the first new feature of the upcoming DLC Witch Queen in the forest.

This has been found:

Destructible environment: In the hidden area, trees and fallen trunks can be damaged by gunfire or abilities. The wood then shatters and even collapses, and the pieces fall to the ground.
There are also statues in the area depicting a Titan holding an auto rifle like Suros Regime. These monolithic objects likely serve as a reference point for the size of Guardians. Some statues are also half buried in the ground.
Otherwise, the forest is very dark, foggy, and gravity doesn’t seem to work properly – for example, stones are floating. Kabal corpses can also be found.

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For 4 years Guardians have been trying to break into the secret forest

This is how tricky a visit is: The newly discovered area isn’t really new. The “Quarantine Sector 236,” as the in-game description of the zone in the EDZ states, was part of a story mission at the release of Destiny 2. However, the Guardians have not been able to set foot in the area since, which Bungie is apparently now using for testing purposes (or did use – now that Guardians have found a way into the forest).

On Raidsecrets (via reddit) we read that the search for a way into the sector has been going on for 4 years. Through a complicated combination of sword flying, well-timed jumps with the Titan exotic Unstoppable Lion and the Colossus super, it was possible to enter the forest visible in the distance (via YouTube).

From the hidden forest, the Guardians have glitched directly into the next secret area. Here we see a whole galaxy, cosmic star constructions, and a staircase in the universe (via YouTube). However, what this is all about is completely unclear. In contrast, some players already have theories about what the destructible forest physics are about.

What does this have to do with Witch Queen?

The next major expansion for Destiny 2 is called Witch Queen and is coming in early 2022. There you will hunt the supremely powerful witch Savathûn. Not much more is officially known about the next chapter yet. Bungie gave the Guardians a teaser image from a cinematic on June 4 as a teaser:

Spoiler warning: Caution, below you will find potential details from the next DLC.

In it, we see a Guardian standing in armor with symbols of the Nine in a forest. We already know the concept art for the armor. The fact that the Guardian stands in a dense forest now fuels the speculation in combination with the recently found Sector 236.

Is a dynamic environment coming after dynamic weather? The Witch Queen is supposed to take place in the area of Old Chicago – a swampy forest landscape. Bungie is apparently actively testing the destructible forest environment in the eyes of some fans and will bring the feature in the DLC. The last expansion Beyond Light first introduced dynamic weather that can completely obscure players’ vision with snowstorms on the ice moon Europa.

In Witch Queen, destructible underbrush may then be on the agenda. In the minds of some Guardians, they are already blasting through the jungle with their MG as a machete substitute. However, it is purely speculation whether the destructible environment will be limited to wood or if Destiny 2 is really borrowing the destruction from Battlefield and extending it to other objects. It is essentially entirely unclear whether the feature will actually come to the game.

What do you think of the hidden forest? Has Bungie tested future features here or are the found items all insignificant? Would you be happy if you could interact more with your surroundings – in the style of Battlefield? Let us know in the comments.

By the way: For the new Battlefield, which is supposed to be revealed in a few days, we from MeinMMO are also keeping an eye on it for you: We now know when the new Battlefield will be shown

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E3 Rumor: Ubisoft is working on a PvP shooter where Splinter Cell, Division, and Ghost Recon clash

Sven Galitzki 7. June 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

If one believes a fresh leak just before the E3 2021, Ubisoft is apparently working on a new shooter called BattleCat, which connects three major franchises. Here’s a summary of what the rumors say.

The E3 2021 is just around the corner – one of the most important video game fairs of the year. Just before it starts, more and more leaks and rumors are emerging about which games could be showcased or announced during the event. The latest rumors revolve around a potential new shooter from Ubisoft that could be presented at this year’s E3.

Where is the information coming from? Recently, a series of images appeared on Twitter from the user Zer0Bytes_. The images look like they are from a PowerPoint presentation or function as a loading screen in a game. Zer0Bytes_ does not reveal exactly where they come from. However, the leaker claims that this is material and details about a new shooter from Ubisoft named BattleCat. Whether this is the actual name or just a temporary project title is not clarified by the leak.

Please note: This is not officially confirmed material, so please take everything with a grain of caution. However, it is not uncommon that fresh details and leaks about new games come to light around this time (just before E3).

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The Leak Reveals About the Shooter BattleCat

What kind of game is this? The leak suggests that BattleCat is a team-based, competitive first-person shooter in the style of Overwatch. In this PvP game, the three Ubisoft franchises apparently clash

The Division
Splinter Cell
and Ghost Recon

with each other.

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The images provide details about presumed game modes, factions, or faction abilities. The factions, for example, come from different games:

The Wolves are a group of ex-special forces and appear in Ghost Recon: Breakpoint
The Echelon with the iconic night vision goggles clearly comes from the stealth game Splinter Cell
and the Cleaners with their Napalm turret and fire abilities from The Division

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There is information about 2 game modes:

Escort: consists of 2 teams, attackers and defenders. One side must escort a machine from checkpoint to checkpoint to a delivery zone, while the other side must prevent it.
Ringleader: Teams must collect rings from fallen enemies. The player with the most rings becomes the ringleader and can turn them in if they survive for 30 seconds.

Other images apparently show screenshots from the game:

For instance, with a flamethrower from the Cleaners
An interface in the style of The Division with some passive and active abilities of the Outcasts faction

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How far along is the development? Exact information is not available, but according to the leaker, tests are said to have begun in January 2021.

Even if we do not know yet whether or how much is actually true: What do you think of the leak? Would you be excited about a team-based PvP shooter that mixes the three iconic franchises The Division, Splinter Cell, and Ghost Recon? Let us and other readers of MeinMMO know in the comments.

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WoW: First player has completed Shadowlands, collected all achievements

Cortyn 7. June 2021 Reading time 2 minutes

Boredom in World of Warcraft? Take a cue from this player. He has collected all achievements and “completed” WoW: Shadowlands.

World of Warcraft Shadowlands is full of achievements. Sure, over 8 expansions, a lot of achievements have found their way into the game. Hardly anyone is able to complete all of them during their lifetime – no matter how hard they try. One player has managed to do exactly that.

What happened? Player Billym from the guild “Disney World” on the Brazilian realm Azralon has amassed the impressive figure of over 36,000 achievement points. A screenshot shows that he has completed all 4,223 achievements – all 10 bars of the individual categories are fully filled.

What do achievement points bring in WoW? As in most games, achievement points bring nothing in World of Warcraft. While there are indeed exclusive rewards for certain achievements, the mere point value serves no purpose. It is merely an indicator for collectors and a way to compare oneself with other players and their progress and certainly to show off a bit.

Which achievements were particularly laborious? Since Shadowlands introduced a lot of grinds, they were mainly time-consuming. However, the last achievement Billym completed was “Adventure: Into the Breach.” This is one of the achievements that can be earned at the covenant mission tables, but it requires luck. The necessary missions only appear randomly and can sometimes be quite tough. Without a strong team of adventurers, they are – depending on the covenant – hardly manageable.

Did he really complete “all” achievements? That depends on how you count. Considering the achievements in the game, Billym has collected all achievements. However, if you take a look at his achievements in the Armory (the official WoW website), there are a whole range of achievements missing. This is because a character – in theory – can collect all achievements of all covenants if they switch covenants multiple times. However, only the achievements of the currently active covenant are displayed in the game.

Billym, however, may not be able to rest long on his achievements. Because soon comes Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination – and it brings a whole range of new achievements that will then need to be completed to fully fill the miserable progress bars again.

How many achievement points do you have in World of Warcraft? Could you also spend so much time in the game to collect the last achievement?

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ESO: Everything about the new expansion Blackwood and the content 2021

Alexander Leitsch 7. June 2021 Reading time 6 minutes

The MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online is getting a new chapter with Blackwood (PC, PS4, Xbox One), which will be released in summer 2021 and brings areas from Oblivion. The entire year is titled “Gates of Oblivion.”

What does ESO offer in 2021? Throughout the year 2021, ESO will receive 3 new DLCs and the major expansion Blackwood, which is set to be released in June. Blackwood includes:

You will explore areas from The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
The story of the expansion revolves around the schemes of the Daedric Prince Mehrunes Dagon.
The story takes place 800 years before the events of Oblivion.
The special feature this year is the companions: NPCs that assist you in combat and that you can equip and skill yourself.
The developers plan new servers and a revision of the Champion Points for the year.

This trailer gives you a first glimpse into the dark story of the new expansion:

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Where does the information come from? During a live event on January 26, the developers revealed the first details about this year. We at MeinMMO have already spoken with Game Director Rich Lambert about the new content.

During a preview event, we at MeinMMO had the chance to experience Blackwood hands-on in April 2021. In the meantime, we have also written a large preview report from the test server:

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Blackwood has now been officially released.

Note: This article was originally published on January 26, 2021, and was last updated on June 7, 2021.

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Release Date of Blackwood and the DLCs 2021

When will Blackwood be released?

The new expansion will be released on June 1 for PC and on June 8 for the PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

When will the first DLC be released?

Before Blackwood was released, the DLC pack Flames of Ambition was launched. This included two dungeons and a prologue mission that introduces the story of ‘Gates of Oblivion’.

The release was on March 8 for PC and Stadia and on March 16 for consoles.

What comes after Blackwood?

In the third quarter of the year, another dungeon DLC is scheduled to be released. At the end of the year, the story DLC will conclude the entire story about ‘Gates of Oblivion’, which will also delve more into the Deadlands.

What else is happening in 2021?

For 2021, the developers plan to revise the Champion Points system, as well as an updated server hardware and numerous optimizations to technically improve ESO. Relevant updates will be released alongside the DLCs and the expansion.

Is ESO Free2Play?

No, to play ESO you need at least one chapter, either Tamriel Unlimited (the base game) or the expansions Morrowind, Summerset, Elsweyr, Greymoor, or now Blackwood.

Additionally, there is the optional subscription ESO+, which allows you to unlock the smaller DLCs and some in-game bonuses.

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Blackwood comes with companions, new trial, and lots of story

What happens in Blackwood? In Blackwood, you travel to the areas of Oblivion. The new zones are said to extend from the walls of the imperial city of Leyawiin to the murky swamps of Shadowfen, and into the area of Darkforest.

Blackwood has a lot to offer:

A main story and side quests that together contain over 30 hours of story content
A new connected area that is expected to be about the same size as Elsweyr
The companions, NPCs who support you in combat
A new trial for 12 players
New world events: Portals to the realm of oblivion
New antiquities introduced with Greymoor
A revised tutorial that is supposed to teach the basics and allows you to choose which chapter you want to start with

What the story is about

The story of Blackwood revolves around the Daedric Prince Mehrunes Dagon, who was also the antagonist in Oblivion. Accordingly, we won’t be able to kill him.

In an interview, Game Director Rich Lambert told MeinMMO that Blackwood tells more of a “murder mystery” story:

A long house emperor made a pact with him because they wanted to rule Tamriel for him.
But this pact went wrong and now there are many problems.
Among these problems are 4 weapons of mass destruction that we as players are supposed to disarm.

The story will be told throughout the year and will conclude in the 4th quarter of 2021.

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What to expect in the new map

The new area Darkforest marks the border between Cyrodiil in the center of the continent Tamriel and the Black Marsh in the southeast. Here, beautiful forests and meadows transition into the dark swamp landscape, making this place particularly exciting and interesting.

It is expected to be about the size of the zones from Elsweyr and Summerset on the map. Additionally, it will not be divided like it was in Greymoor, but is supposed to be a cohesive area. Highlights include the two new cities Leyawiin and Gideon.

What companions can do

Companions are NPCs that you can summon to accompany you in combat. You can equip them and assign them skills. Thus, you can make them healers, tanks, or damage dealers.

In Blackwood you can unlock 2 companions:

Mirri, a companion who is cunning and likes to steal from others
Bastian, a righteous companion who prefers to see your positive sides

With the help of these companions, you can complete quests more easily and even finish dungeons with just 2 players. They are also expected to bring their own story quests through which you can get to know them better. They cannot accompany you in PvP or solo arenas.

Newcomers especially benefit from the companions as they can support them in open-world combat or in the open dungeons
Those who prefer to travel with close friends or a small guild can use the companions to fill their group for dungeons
Those who are really into endgame content can use the companions to complete content solo or to fill veteran groups or trials instead of heading out with a smaller number of players
Story fans, on the other hand, experience new quests and adventures through the companions

How useful these companions are and whether you should unlock them, we at MeinMMO reveal in this article: I tested the new companions in ESO and promise: Everyone will use them.

Does Blackwood bring a new class?

New classes are a sought-after feature in ESO, but with Blackwood, there will be none. Also, a revision like with the vampires in Greymoor is not planned.

Instead, the Champion Points will be the focus this time. They are set to be adjusted in Update 29. The focus will be on a shift to horizontal progression. Instead of simply getting stronger, players will be able to choose between different tools.

With the new Champion system, you will be able to unlock passive abilities that you collect on a Champion bar, which is supposed to function similarly to the skill bar. Details about this will be shared in the coming days.

We also discussed Blackwood in a special episode of our MeinMMO podcast:

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Buy and Pre-order Blackwood

You can currently pre-order Blackwood in the ESO Store, on Steam, and in the Microsoft Store. Only PlayStation users still need to wait for a corresponding offer.

The following versions can be purchased:

The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood – 69.99 Euros
Digital The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Collector’s Edition – 89.99 Euros
Digital The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Upgrade – 39.99 Euros
Digital The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Collector’s Edition Upgrade – 54.99 Euros

These rewards are available for pre-order: Those who pre-order the new expansion by March 17 will receive the following bonuses:

Dremora-Kynvogu (costume style)
Deadlands-Wamasu (companion)
1× Crate of the Eisenatronach
3× Treasure Maps for Darkforest
2× Scrolls of Learning

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Streamer shows on Twitch how to negotiate for loot in WoW Classic

Schuhmann 6. June 2021 Reading time 3 minutes

The Twitch streamer Asmongold specializes in World of Warcraft. At the moment, he is once again immersed in WoW Classic, where the expansion “Burning Crusade Classic” has been released. In a Twitch clip, viewers can now watch Asmongold attempting to bargain for an item with a friend, albeit unsuccessfully, but with a lot of enthusiasm.

This is Asmongold: The approximately 30-year-old American is somewhat of the “King of Nerds” on Twitch. According to his own statements, he has spent the last 15 years doing little else but playing WoW. Thanks to Twitch, he lives excellently from it, with an estimated net worth of around 2 million or 3 million US dollars, according to US sources.

His greatest time on Twitch so far was in the fall of 2019, when WoW Classic became a surprise hit on Twitch: At that time, hardly any new games were released and Asmongold reigned as the biggest streamer on Twitch for several months.

Even now, Asmongold is trending again with WoW Classic: The Burning Crusade, after he harshly criticized Blizzard for the state of “Retail WoW” in the past months.

This is the item in question:

Asmongold is in a 5-man group in the dungeon “Auchenaikrypta” when a crafting pattern drops. It is the recipe for tank plate gloves of level 70. Nothing special, really.

But Asmongold immediately explains:

I need that. It has a 1.8% drop chance. I had that back in Vanilla BC. It’s the best way to level blacksmithing.
Asmongold

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Shouting, begging, threatening – How pros negotiate for items in WoW

This is his negotiation tactic:

As soon as the item drops, Asmongold notices that his friend, the paladin McConnell, is also eager for the crafting recipe. As soon as McConnell realizes that Asmongold is keen on the item and lays claim to it, McConnell yells at him to get lost.

Therefore, Asmongold demonstrates excellently how to convince a teammate in WoW to give you the item:

The most important thing is to keep shouting “Need, need, need” to make it clear that you really need the item.
Asmongold then logically explains why he needs the item: “This is simply the best way to level armor crafting.”.
If you recognize another bidder who also wants the item, show your own desperation and make a baseless threat, saying you might “turn on master loot” (which is not actually possible).
Then, highlight your own privileges: “I found that back in Vanilla WoW,” to make it clear why you deserve the item more than anyone else, after all, you had it 15 years ago.
Now, doubt the other person’s right to even roll for the item: “Did you also find that in Vanilla WoW?”
If the other still insists on their right to roll for the item, make another wild threat: “I swear to god, if I lose the item, then…”.
If you actually win the item when rolling, bask briefly in the glory of it and celebrate.
Before in the final step you rub the win in the other person’s face: “Hey, if you need anything, I’m crafting that now to level armor crafting…”

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Why is the Twitch clip so popular? The clip from Asmongold has already garnered over 85,000 views. The viewers had a great time during the live stream, enjoying the show that Asmongold and McConnell put on.

It’s a delightful video because both are equally agitated as soon as the item drops and they both ramble at each other like a machine gun, without paying any attention to what the other is saying: Because both immediately know they will roll “Need” on the item and fate will decide then.

The clip is an excellent example of how harsh it can be among friends in WoW, without anyone taking it too seriously. For many, it’s precisely such little situations that make the charm of an MMORPG that you play together with friends.

One of the nicest stories about Asmongold in recent years was his collaboration with the streamer Pink Sparkles:

A WoW nerd and his girlfriend are the celebrity couple of Twitch

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I bought a one-handed keyboard for my PS4 and PC – This keypad is so good for 25 €

Benedikt Schlotmann 6. June 2021 Reading time 5 minutes

Overall, the functionality of the keypad is rather limited. Because besides the nice lighting and the usual keyboard function, the device offers no special features.

Pro

sufficient illumination of the keys
decent haptic feedback and high-quality keys
membrane keys feel quiet and fast
space-saving on the desk
non-slip
additional macro keys simplify everyday gaming
fair price-performance ratio (20 – 25 euros)
generally works without issues with the PlayStation 4

Contra

macro creation does not always function as desired
limited functionality (no software)
support for the keypad on the PS4 depends on developers.

Is the keypad suitable for you?

Are you looking for an alternative to your controller on the PlayStation or just want more space on your desk? Then check out the keypad from RedThunder.

For me, the keypad definitely represented an interesting alternative to the standard keyboard. Once I finished my work, I pushed the keyboard back and picked up the keypad instead. This way, I suddenly had an enormous amount of space on the desk that I was not used to.

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Gaming is enjoyable and the keypad provides the essentials for a game of Overwatch and Co. Movement and all important functions such as special abilities are directly at hand on my keypad. However, if you suddenly feel the need to engage in textual disputes with your opponents in the middle of the game, the keypad limits you.

For which games is the keypad suitable? Particularly for fast games like shooters or action RPGs, the keypad is definitely suitable. For building and strategy games like Anno 1800, where I have many commands spread across the keyboard, I would still prefer the “proper” keyboard. Also, MMO players who use their numeric keypad will likely not be happy.

If you are considering buying the keypad for your game console, you should check beforehand whether your game on the PlayStation 4 supports external keyboards at all.

You can also read on MeinMMO which keyboard I would most recommend for gaming and home office:

Why Roccats Vulcan 121 is the best keyboard for gaming and home office for me

You want more space on your desk or are looking for a comfortable alternative to play on the PS4? MeinMMO author Benedikt Schlotmann has now bought a one-handed keyboard. And suddenly there is again space on the desk, and gaming has somehow changed. He shares his impressions in this article.

Usually, I prefer to work and game with a full-size keyboard. However, for gaming, I hardly need many parts of the keyboard. I hardly ever use the numeric keypad and many special keys never come into play, as my left hand is usually always in the WASD area of the keyboard.

This led me to consider getting a keypad. Keypads are additional input keyboards for PCs. They are smaller than a standard keyboard and also smaller than tenkeyless models (TKL). TKL models do not have a numeric keypad.

The keypad is limited to the absolutely necessary keys. Often, at the center of the keyboard, at the height of T, G, and B, it ends. But I usually don’t need more when I’m playing Overwatch or Apex Legends.

This is how I went about it: I looked at various keypads on Amazon and at my trusted electronics store. I value a pleasant haptic feedback just as much as proper lighting, as I also like to game in low light.

This is the product I decided on: Finally, I chose the one-handed keyboard from the manufacturer RedThunder. Compared to “real” keyboards, which can easily cost 100 euros, this one-handed keyboard cost around 25 euros.

The device is equipped with membrane keys (Rubber Dome). These keys are quieter than conventional mechanical keys, but they are not as durable. However, due to the price, I opted for the cheaper membrane variant.

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I have never had so much space on my desk as with this keypad

These are the advantages: The device can be easily connected to the PC or PlayStation 4 via USB cable. There is no software for special functions. The lighting and its brightness are controlled directly via the macro keys.

The lighting of the keys is decent and bright enough to play in the dark. However, you should not expect extensive lighting or options like those in the Roccat Pyro tested by MeinMMO from a 25-euro keypad.

The lighting is decent and sufficient for evening gaming.

The operation is, unsurprisingly, not particularly complicated. The one-handed keyboard only covers the left half of the keyboard and relies on a significantly shortened space bar.

The keys offer a pleasant pressure point and respond well to inputs, even though the membrane keys are no comparison to mechanical keys. They are quiet and hardly audible. The keycaps also provide a decent haptic feedback and feel good under the fingers.

The device also remains non-slip on the desk, even when things get hectic and I need to hit several keys quickly.

In the first round of Overwatch, it feels strange that I have both hands much closer together since the one-handed keyboard takes up hardly any space on my desk. However, I quickly get used to the situation.

Pleasant ergonomics when you want to game without a “proper” keyboard and don’t want to annoy your friends with clattering keys.

I also almost never feel like I’m missing any keys. Only the M is missing from the keyboard for the map function in various games, but there is the option for macro keys.

How does the device work on the PlayStation 4? The keypad is generally recognized without any problems as an external keyboard on the PlayStation 4, allowing typing and limited navigation through menus. However, whether the keypad works with PS4 games depends entirely on the game and not on the hardware. Games that support external keyboards on the PS4 include

Black Ops Cold War
Fortnite
Overwatch

and some other games. My current favorite shooter Apex Legends does not support my keypad, just as Genshin Impact does not. Just quickly connecting the keypad to the PS4 does not suffice.

Is the use of a keypad on the PS4 legal? Manufacturers like Hori or SplitFish have already launched licensed keyboards and mice for consoles (PS4 and Xbox). However, the community debates whether users who use a mouse and keyboard on the console have unfair advantages over controllers. The use is legal, but not well-received.

These are the disadvantages: Basically, I could assign the macro keys G1 (F1) and G2 (F2) on the keypad with macros. However, it works sometimes more, sometimes less.

I would like to assign the “M” to one macro key, as I need it for the map in Apex Legends or Genshin Impact. To do this, I begin with the macro recording and press “M” on my other keyboard.

However, it doesn’t all work right away and causes a lot of frustration, as the device does not tell me how to proceed. Sometimes the assignment works when I am in-game, other times I have to be outside the game in the desktop view. Frustrated, I then assigned the map function to one of my thumb keys on the mouse.

Overall, the functionality of the keypad is rather limited. Because besides the nice lighting and the usual keyboard function, the device offers no special features.

Pro

sufficient illumination of the keys
decent haptic feedback and high-quality keys
membrane keys feel quiet and fast
space-saving on the desk
non-slip
additional macro keys simplify everyday gaming
fair price-performance ratio (20 – 25 euros)
generally works without issues with the PlayStation 4

Contra

macro creation does not always function as desired
limited functionality (no software)
support for the keypad on the PS4 depends on developers.

Is the keypad suitable for you?

Are you looking for an alternative to your controller on the PlayStation or just want more space on your desk? Then check out the keypad from RedThunder.

For me, the keypad definitely represented an interesting alternative to the standard keyboard. Once I finished my work, I pushed the keyboard back and picked up the keypad instead. This way, I suddenly had an enormous amount of space on the desk that I was not used to.

Oops, unfortunately this affiliate widget is no longer available.

Gaming is enjoyable and the keypad provides the essentials for a game of Overwatch and Co. Movement and all important functions such as special abilities are directly at hand on my keypad. However, if you suddenly feel the need to engage in textual disputes with your opponents in the middle of the game, the keypad limits you.

The mouse suddenly has plenty of space on the desk.

For which games is the keypad suitable? Particularly for fast games like shooters or action RPGs, the keypad is definitely suitable. For building and strategy games like Anno 1800, where I have many commands spread across the keyboard, I would still prefer the “proper” keyboard. Also, MMO players who use their numeric keypad will likely not be happy.

If you are considering buying the keypad for your game console, you should check beforehand whether your game on the PlayStation 4 supports external keyboards at all.

You can also read on MeinMMO which keyboard I would most recommend for gaming and home office:

Why Roccats Vulcan 121 is the best keyboard for gaming and home office for me

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