Recently, the first beta for Elyon started in the West. Despite the initial difficulties, many players from the MMORPG were able to test it. However, the first feedback is mixed.
Meanwhile, the situation is looking a bit better. During the night and also this morning, the first opinions were exchanged in forums, Discords, and on Reddit. We from MeinMMO have also been active in the game and are summarizing the first opinions for you.
What do the players say? So far, opinions about Elyon have varied greatly:
Some players are particularly impressed by the visuals, the versatile character development, and the combat system. All three points are praised in many opinions and first impressions. The beginning seems to be a lot of fun for many.
On the other hand, there is criticism mainly related to the fact that Elyon is said to feel very generic overall. The combat is still considered the best, but some describe it as less impressive compared to Black Desert. Additionally, there are concerns about the shop, which cannot be tested in this beta yet.
A common comparison for Elyon in the first opinions is the MMORPG Black Desert, with some already calling Black Desert the better game. Others, however, are pleased that Elyon offers more PvE content than BDO and view it as a slightly modernized TERA.
First gameplay from the beta can currently be found on Twitch or YouTube. I myself have already played the first 30 minutes and created a video about it on YouTube:
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What do the players who praise Elyon say? Positive impressions can be found mainly in the German forum for Elyon (via Elyonforum.de) and its accompanying Discord. Players there say:
Sparki: “I find the entry into Elyon very welcoming. You start in a tutorial, and even after that, various quests explain the things you can do in Elyon. The graphics and performance are quite good for a CBT1.”
SymLynx: “So far I really like the game. The entry is made quite easy. I only find the variety of skills a bit overwhelming, along with the modifications with runes, artifacts, and mana-things. So you probably need a while to create your build. But then you can play how you want and are not tied to a pre-defined playstyle.”
Saiyoran says (via reddit): “The combat system is really fun, I enjoy it. Leveling goes very quickly. I can’t assess the endgame, but there are many cool systems for character development.”
Many players describe the combat as a mix of TERA and Black Desert Online. The combat lies somewhere in between.
Zwiebel1 goes into this a bit more critically (via reddit). “It’s not as dynamic, fast, and fun as BDO, but it’s easier to learn for newcomers (…), as one doesn’t have to remember as much and doesn’t require perfect timing for animation interrupts. This may not necessarily be good for those who love BDO combat, but overall I think this combat style serves better for a Holy Trinity based MMO than the single-player focused combat mechanics of BDO.” However, he describes leveling and the quests as “terrible” and sees Elyon’s biggest strength in group play, as it rewards cooperation and is well-suited for bosses.
What is the criticism of Elyon? The critical voices are currently in the majority, although it is well known that critics tend to be louder and more vocal than players currently engaged in the game.
The Reddit user TrylessDoer has provided a rather detailed assessment of the game. He finds the graphics not bad, but weaker than in Black Desert. The combat system, in turn, he describes as “a bit sluggish” and overall less action-packed than Black Desert. He has hardly any positive words for leveling (“boring”) and quests (“terrible”). Overall, he is disappointed with Elyon, although he claims that his expectations were already quite low.
Other users come to a similar assessment:
Post_ironic: “The fighting is good, the UI is horrible, and leveling is a joke.”
Viney1: “Elyon does the same as Black Desert, where complex systems are presented without explanation. You have rune stones, skill runes, rune abilities, skill trees, and much more. […] If I had to summarize it, Elyon is a typical action MMO with quickly forgotten lore, a clunky combat system, and faction vs. faction battles. […] Unfortunately, Elyon is not for me.”
Sayael writes in the German Discord: “I find the descriptions a bit superficial. When crafting, nothing is really explained, nor what the dimensions are or the goal of participation (other than loot and points). You also need a “breath” to summon field bosses, but there is no information on where to get this. I also find the limited participation in dungeons per day a bit silly.”
Majestic_Advantage: “The big problem I had is instancing quests, even when you just walk to an NPC. It was overwhelming, it’s all confusing. The graphics are okay, but they didn’t really impress me.”
What about Pay2Win? In some initial impressions, there is also criticism of Pay2Win. However, the shop is not yet active in the West. In Korea, it is known that gear can break when upgraded, but this can be prevented by items. These are available in the shop, among others.
Moreover, there are loot boxes with random gear, pets that automatically collect loot, and a system that grants bonus stats, which is also available more quickly through the shop.
All this content can supposedly also be farmed in-game, but is equally available directly for real money in the shop. However, Kakao Games, the publisher, has already stated that changes to the western shop could be made.
This is how you start in the new MMORPG Elyon.
What is our assessment? I myself have spent only about 2 hours in Elyon, and so far the game is exactly what I expected: a mix of TERA and Black Desert. The combat system seems solid at first, and the visuals were also convincing. The fact is, that after about 30 minutes you reach level 22 out of 50. Especially at the beginning, one makes quick progress and is somewhat overwhelmed with skills and the various systems.
A detailed assessment including a play report will be published next Monday, after I have accumulated more playtime over the weekend. I hope to have also tried the first dungeons and PvP by then.
Another week, another Fortnite challenge. This one should appeal to those who appreciate a bit of light reading, as it requires you to search for non-fiction books.
What is this task? This challenge is one of the week 8 challenges in Fortnite and asks you to collect non-fiction books in Holly Hedges and Pleasant Park.
The good news is that there are quite a few locations for these and you probably won’t encounter too many enemies while collecting them. However, they can be quite hard to spot.
Locations of the non-fiction books in Holly Hedges
The non-fiction book can be found in the green house, at the foot of the chimney
The next non-fiction book is at the foot of a small library, in the entrance area:
The non-fiction book can be found in the light brown house
Another book is located in the blue house of Holly Hedges:
The non-fiction book from the blue house can be found in front of a bookshelf
The last non-fiction book from Holly Hedges is located in the yellow house:
In the yellow house, you will find the non-fiction book next to a shelf
Locations of the non-fiction books in Pleasant Park
The first book from Pleasant Park is in the house that does not have the right shutters. The book is at the foot of a library, in the dining room:
The first non-fiction book is located in a green house
The next non-fiction book can be found in the large white house on the western side of the town:
You will find the book in the living room, right next to the television
The last book from Pleasant Park is located in the red brick house, north of the town:
This non-fiction book is hidden behind the dining room table
Remember that books are “indestructible” objects. So there is nothing stopping you from picking them up later in the game when the initial fights are over.
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A new leak regarding Genshin Impact is making the rounds, revolving around two new banners. These are said to feature the characters Ayaka and Yoimiya. What the leaks reveal is summarized here by MeinMMO for you.
What does the leak reveal? Currently, numerous leaks about Genshin Impact are circulating. The latest one revolves around two banners that are supposed to be coming to Genshin Impact.
Specifically, it concerns the characters Ayaka and Yoimiya. While Ayaka was already anticipated for the recently released update 1.5, this leak suggests that players may have to wait a bit longer.
We provide you with an overview of the information included in the leak, the possible release, and the abilities of the two characters.
Keep in mind that this is unofficial information, so everything could prove to be false. However, the information is not unrealistic and aligns with previous leaks.
Yoimiya Banner not until July for the release of 1.7?
When are the banners supposed to come? According to the leak, the Yoimiya banner is to be released with patch 1.7, on July 21, 2021. This might take a while, as update 1.6 is first on the agenda, which is expected in June 2021.
For Ayaka, the situation is a little different. The banner is supposed to appear right after Yoimiya, according to the leak, but it could possibly be postponed. The reason given is the Electro Archon, who is supposed to play an important role in the story chapter of the patch.
Ayaka might be held back to avoid overshadowing the chapter. The source expresses this very vaguely. The leak comes from a Discord channel for Genshin Impact, where numerous fans exchange thoughts about the game: Wangsheng Funeral Parlor. It was translated and spread from a Chinese source.
What can the two characters do? In contrast to Ayaka, little is known about Yoimiya. The leak, however, gives a small glimpse of the character’s abilities:
Vision: Pyro
Weapon: Bow
Profession: ‘shrine maiden’. In Japan, there are Shinto priestesses who perform various duties. Shrines are expected to play a larger role in the update.
Appearance: There are no images yet; she is said to wear an outfit corresponding to her calling, reminiscent of a priestly role.
Gameplay and Skills: Yoimiya is supposed to deal Pyro damage with her shots. Fire is to be her element.
Ayaka is expected to prefer the Cryo element and use a sword in combat. She has been known to fans for some time, as she was playable in the first closed beta of Genshin Impact.
On Twitter, you can find a clip from the first closed beta: Via Twitter.com
The leak does not reveal more. Both characters come from Inazuma, the new area that is expected to be added to Genshin Impact next. This is also the home of the mentioned Electro Archon.
As mentioned above, you should take the information with a grain of caution. Although many leaks from the past have proven to be correct, things can still change before the banners are released.
What do you think about the information? Do you believe the banners will come as suggested? Are you looking forward to the characters? Feel free to share your opinion with us.
The gaming headset market in 2021 is vast. It is worth taking a look at the most popular and best-reviewed models. We present a selection of the bestsellers from Amazon.de.
This list of the best gaming headsets is a personal selection by the author, who has taken care to include a versatile mix and has considered reviews. If you miss a good headset, please let us know in the comments.
In this article, we present gaming headsets under 100 Euro. If you’re ready to spend more money or prefer great headphones and an external microphone instead of a gaming headset, take a look at our purchasing advice with the best gaming headsets you can buy in 2021.
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Update: The article was published on July 5, 2019. We updated the article on May 7, 2021, and added four new headsets to the article. Two no longer available headsets have been removed from our list.
Gaming Headsets under 20 Euro
Entry-level: In the lowest price segment for the small wallet, buyers should not expect too much; however, there are also models here with acceptable sound quality from budget manufacturers, which is ultimately a matter of taste.
Beexcellent Gaming Headset
The Beexcellent headset comes with a variety of accessories
Pro
Price-performance
Foldable microphone
Extensive accessories for PC and consoles
Comfortable weight (275 grams)
Contra
Average build quality
This is what the model offers: The Beexcellent gaming headset promises a clear stereo sound with its 50mm neodymium drivers.
The microphone with noise cancellation is adjustable by 120 degrees, while the headset itself can be folded for transport. Memory foam and the weight of 275 grams are supposed to provide comfortable wear.
With 1.5 meters, the cable is long enough to allow you to move around your desk or not have to sit directly in front of the TV.
On the connection cable, there is a volume controller and a mute button. Thanks to the 3.5mm jack connection, it is multi-platform compatible, although an additional adapter is required for use with an older Xbox controller without a jack port.
What users say: The headset is rated on average 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 390 reviews, with the price-performance ratio being particularly praised. Some users complain about average build quality. Overall, you get what you can expect for 20 Euro.
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Igrome Gaming Headset
The Igrome gaming headset is one of the best-selling gaming headsets on Amazon.
Pro
Price-performance
LED lighting
Adjustability
Contra
Sound only mediocre
This is what the model offers: The Igrome gaming headset is also a stereo headset that promises clear and deep bass sound for games, movies, and music. It also emphasizes the typical gaming look with blue LEDs, for which a USB connection is necessary.
The closed earcup design is supposed to provide noise isolation, while the noise-canceling microphone is adjustable by 120 degrees and the headband is size-adjustable.
Thanks to the 3.5mm jack connection, it is suitable for PC, consoles, and more. The connection cable also has a volume controller and a mute button.
The Igrome gaming headset is one of the most purchased and best-rated budget headsets for gamers on Amazon.de and has also received the “Amazon’s Choice” award.
What users say: The Igrome gaming headset is rated 4.3 out of 5 in over 700 reviews, predominantly positively, with particular praise for the price-performance ratio and design, while there are occasional criticisms regarding sound quality.
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Gaming Headsets under 40 Euro
Upper entry-level: Up to 40 Euro, buyers can already expect a bit more quality and features, although well-known manufacturers are largely not represented in this price range.
Beexcellent GM-1
Pro
Price-performance
LED lighting
Adjustability
Contra
not for PS3 and Xbox 360 according to the manufacturer
This is what the model offers: The Beexcellent GM-1 is another model that belongs to the most purchased and best-rated budget headsets for gamers on Amazon.de and has also received the “Amazon’s Choice” award.
It promises crystal-clear sound and features a retractable and 120-degree adjustable microphone, a control unit for volume and mute on the textile-covered cable, and an adjustable headband.
It is available with red or blue LED lighting as well as camouflage color, which also requires USB power. Outside of Xbox 360 and PS3, it is otherwise multi-platform compatible via jack.
What users say: The Beexcellent GM-1 is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 2,000 reviews, almost consistently positively. It is particularly praised for its clear sound and good bass for the advertised price, while some reviewers describe the highs and lows as needing improvement.
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NUBWO N7Pro
Pro
Virtual surround sound on PC
Good microphone
Sleek, functional design
Ergonomically padded headband
Contra
Only stereo sound on consoles
Low volume without sound card
This is what the model offers: The NUBWO N7Pro promises virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC with the corresponding driver, while PS4, Xbox One, and others have to make do with normal stereo sound.
It features a rather simple design without lighting, while the synthetic leather ear cups and the ergonomically padded headband promise long gaming sessions without fatigue.
The flexible, omnidirectional microphone is supposed to eliminate unwanted background noise, while the USB surround sound control unit for volume control and microphone mute along with the inline amplifier is removable. Thanks to the jack, it is otherwise also multi-platform compatible.
What users say: The NUBWO N7Pro is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 600 reviews, almost consistently positively. It is particularly praised for its clear sound and good bass, while the microphone is often highlighted as being very good. However, some reviewers criticize the low playback volume without a dedicated sound card on PC.
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DIZA100 Gaming Headset for PS4 and PS5
Pro
Good comfort
Flexible microphone
Good price-performance ratio
Contra
Lighting only works via USB connection
Average build quality
This is what the model offers: With the DIZA100, you get a gaming headset with RGB lighting and adjustable microphone for 30 Euro. On Amazon.de, the DIZA100 is considered a bestseller among gaming headsets for PlayStation.
You get an over-ear headset with 50mm audio drivers. The microphone can be flexibly adjusted according to your needs. If you don’t need it, you can fold it into the ear shell. The microphone is also supposed to suppress disturbing noises during conversation, so you and your colleagues in the firefight are not disturbed.
The lighting works only via the USB cable. If you use the included jack cable for the console instead, your headset will not light up.
What users say: On Amazon, the headset is reviewed with 4.4 out of 5 stars in over 4,000 evaluations. It is particularly praised for its good sound and great fit for the head. In the price-performance category, the headset is rated very highly with 4.9 out of 5 stars. Criticism is particularly directed at the average build quality.
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Gaming Headsets under 60 Euro
Lower middle class: In this price range, you can do little wrong as long as your audiophile demands are not too high.
With the Klim Mantis and the Lioncast LX55, we present two gaming headsets with a very good price-performance ratio.
KLIM Mantis
Pro
Virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC
Top ratings
Comfortable ergonomics
Contra
Limited compatibility outside of PC
LED light cannot be turned off
This is what the model offers: The KLIM Mantis is connected exclusively via USB and is therefore somewhat limited in platform compatibility, but works in conjunction with PC, Mac, and PlayStation 4/5, although the latter does not support the control unit on the cable and the 7.1 sound.
Despite this limitation, it is among the best-rated headsets in this price range and offers 7.1 surround sound on PC in conjunction with the accompanying software. The cable is textile-covered, while the LED lighting cannot be turned off and the microphone arm is adjustable by 120 degrees.
What users say: The KLIM Mantis is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 4,500 reviews, almost consistently positively, with particular praise for quality and price-performance ratio. However, the restricted compatibility outside of PCs is criticized.
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Lioncast LX55
Pro
Price-performance
Modularity
Compatibility with PC, Xbox, and PS5
Contra
Somewhat weak bass
This is what the model offers: The Lioncast LX offers stereo sound, which should be particularly powerful thanks to the comparably large 53 mm drivers. In addition to the discreet LED lighting, the headset has an adjustable metal headband and, thanks to a 3.5 mm jack connection, offers high compatibility with all platforms. The microphone and sound cables of the LX55 can be easily removed or exchanged.
What users say: The Lioncast LX55 is rated 3.9 out of 5 stars in over 500 reviews, almost consistently positively. It is particularly praised for its sound and good overall package. There are occasional deductions for the bass described as needing improvement.
In the test: The website Gamezoom.net gave the model 9 out of 10 points and judges as follows:
With the new LX55, Lioncast delivers a successful gaming headset. For an absolutely fair price of 60 Euro, you get very good build quality, high wearing comfort, and decent sound. The highlight is definitely the well-sounding microphone with pop filter. Criticism is only given for the weak bass. Nevertheless, price-conscious gamers should definitely keep an eye on the LX55.
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Gaming Headsets under 80 Euro
Mid-range: In this price range, you get a lot for your money. With the Kingston HyperX Cloud II and the KLIM Puma, we present two strong representatives that you should check out if you want to invest no more than 80 Euro in a headset.
KLIM Puma
Pro
Virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC
Vibration effect
Contra
Limited compatibility
This is what the model offers: Like the KLIM Mantis, the KLIM Puma is connected exclusively via USB and is therefore somewhat limited in platform compatibility, but works with PC, Mac, and PlayStation 4.
Despite this limitation, it is among the best-rated headsets in this price range and offers 7.1 surround sound on PC along with the accompanying software and also a vibration function for bass. Meanwhile, the cable is textile-covered, while the microphone arm is adjustable by 120 degrees. It is available in black and white.
What users say: The KLIM Puma is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in over 2,000 reviews, almost consistently positively, with praise particularly directed at quality and price-performance ratio. However, the limited compatibility outside of PCs is criticized.
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Kingston HyperX Cloud II
Pro
Virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC
Detachable microphone
Comfortable ergonomics, thanks to lightweight and good padding
Contra
Limited compatibility with 7.1 sound out of the box
This is what the model offers: The Kingston HyperX Cloud II promises virtual 7.1 surround sound on PC thanks to the control unit on the cable, which also serves as a USB sound card, and a digitally enhanced microphone with noise cancellation and automatic level control along with echo cancellation, which is detachable. For support of the control unit on the PS4, a firmware update is required in the meantime.
It is TeamSpeak certified and optimized for Skype and other chat programs. The HyperX Cloud II is connected via USB on PC and Mac, for PS4/PS5 and Xbox it has a 3.5mm jack plug. It is available in black with red accents.
What users say: The model is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars on average in over 9,000 reviews, almost consistently positively. It is particularly praised for its good sound and functionality. Criticism is directed at the limited functionality on the PS5 and Xbox.
In the test: The colleagues from Gamestar.de awarded a score of 88 percent and judge as follows:
The HyperX Cloud II is a successful stereo headset with a well-balanced, precise sound and decent surround simulation, offering high wearing comfort.
Gaming Headsets under 100 Euro
Upper middle class: In this area, we present gaming headsets that you can get for about 100 Euro. Here, you get decent build quality and some additional features like surround sound.
With the Logitech G533, you get a good wireless gaming headset, while with the EPOS | Sennheiser GSP 300 you get a wired gaming headset.
Logitech G533
Pro
Cordless
7.1 surround sound
High wearing comfort
Sound suitable for gaming and movies
Contra
Only suitable for PC
Somewhat artificial sound for music
This is what the model offers: The Logitech G533 is the only wireless model in our overview and features controls directly on the headset. It promises up to 15 hours of battery life at a range of up to 15 meters. It also includes 7.1 surround sound (DTS) and a boom microphone.
What users say: The model is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars on average in over 4,000 reviews, mainly positive. It is particularly praised for its good sound and mobility, while there are occasional deductions for the lack of compatibility outside of PCs. Some also complain about the build quality.
In the test: The colleagues from Gamestar.de awarded a score of 88 percent and judge as follows:
Quite a comfortable wireless headset with high wearing comfort and good to very good sound for gaming, movies, and voice chat. The surround simulation is consistently successful. However, in music, the G533 sounds somewhat (too) analytically cool, and the sound image is somewhat cramped.
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EPOS | Sennheiser GSP 300
Pro
Very good microphone
Natural sound, low bass
High wearing comfort thanks to memory foam on the ear cushions
Lightweight
High compatibility thanks to audio adapter
Contra
Very stiff microphone
Non-removable cable on the headset
This is what the model offers: The GSP300 from EPOS | Sennheiser aims to provide a whole new level of reality for PC gaming thanks to its customizable sound options, including the downloadable 7.1 Dolby surround sound technology with the accompanying dongle.
The closed acoustic gaming headset GSP 300 delivers a balanced sound with good ergonomics. The high wearing comfort is ensured by the “memory foam” ear cushions and the lightweight of the gaming headset.
The headphones are designed to eliminate ambient noise. The noise-canceling microphone also reduces disturbing sounds during conversations over Discord. Thanks to a supplied audio adapter, the headset is compatible with PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, in addition to PC.
What users say: The model is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars on average in over 2,000 reviews, predominantly positive. It is particularly praised for its good sound and mobility. Some buyers criticize that the build quality is not quite optimal.
In the test: The colleagues from Gamestar.de awarded a score of 90 percent. In the test, they praise the fantastic, balanced sound and especially the great microphone. In the review, the testers write:
The GSP 350/300 offers a consistently convincing overall package: The sound is powerful, defined, and balanced.
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Other gaming headsets on MeinMMO: If you are looking for a device for your new Xbox Series X|S, take a look at MeinMMO’s purchasing advice. Here we present the best gaming headsets for Xbox Series X|S. Here, you will also find a gaming headset under 100 Euro with the Corsair HS35.
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Additional content in Burning Crusade Classic comes with steep prices. The community is still debating whether this is just “cheeky” or downright greedy.
Yesterday, the developers of WoW Classic revealed that BC Classic is actually launching on June 1st (or June 2nd for us). Along with this revelation, they also disclosed the costs for the Deluxe Edition and additional services such as character cloning. The player base seems to agree on the salty prices: They are cheeky, greedy, and absolutely inappropriate.
What happened? Various versions and services of Burning Crusade Classic were unveiled yesterday. Essentially, you only need a subscription to play, but there are a number of optional services and offerings that require real money:
Deluxe Edition: The Deluxe Edition includes 30 days of game time, a character boost, and some toys for a hefty $70.
The character copy, if you want to continue playing a character in both Classic and BC Classic, costs a hefty $35.
As expected, the community reacted mostly negatively.
How players are reacting: Among the various news regarding the price announcement, there are many players reacting in disbelief. Comments include (via reddit):
“There are crazy illusions. And then there’s Blizzard.”
“What we wanted: Classic+ What we got: TBC$”
“Let’s summarize this. $70: 2 mounts (1 in BC, 1 in Retail), 2 toys, 30 days of game time, a character boost to 58: And now let’s say I want to copy my Warlock, I’d pay $105. What the hell.”
Players are particularly upset because the high cost of character cloning could further divide the community. Many players will be deterred by the high price and may not want to invest $35 to continue playing a character on a Classic realm.
A famous WoW streamer complains: Among the big WoW streamers, the prices are also hotly debated, with a generally unanimous opinion. Asmongold referred to the prices on Twitter as “freaking ridiculous” and sees it as a “shame”.
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However, there are also a few voices that have fewer problems with the prices, although this is only read sporadically. After all, the purchases are optional and most will only play BC and not linger in Classic anymore. You are not forced to buy.
The vast majority of players who respond in forums or on the subreddit, however, are more negatively inclined.
Cortyn says: Anyone who follows me and my articles knows that I concluded with WoW Classic some time ago. I still log in occasionally for RP or a dungeon, but that happens rather rarely.
I was looking forward to Burning Crusade Classic, as, like many others, I have fond memories of late-night gaming and chaotic adventures in the Shadow Labyrinth.
For me, it was clear that I wanted my human mage on both a Classic realm and a BC realm. But I am not willing to pay the price for a character copy. This is a service that finds use hundreds of thousands of times when participating in a beta or PTR test in WoW. To put it bluntly, this just involves copying a file from A to B. To charge $35 (probably €30) for that is simply outrageous.
Or what do you think?
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The MMORPG EVE Online celebrated its 18th birthday on May 6. MeinMMO spoke with Creative Director Bergur Finnbogasson and Brand Director Saemi Hermannsson about their game and their favorite memories.
What’s happening with EVE Online? EVE Online is one of the veterans of MMORPGs currently on the market. The game has been online for a solid 18 years now. It delights its fans with constantly new content and amazes outsiders and the gaming community with the enormous scale of its space battles.
To celebrate the 18th birthday of EVE, we from MeinMMO interviewed Creative Director Bergur Finnbogasson (on the title image left) and Brand Director Saemi Hermannsson (on the title image right). The two developers tell us about their experiences in the industry and especially with the very headstrong community of EVE Online.
What has changed, what has remained the same.
MeinMMO: You have been working in the gaming industry for over 10 years. What have been the biggest changes that have happened and affected EVE?
Bergur Finnbogasson: Yes, it is true that I have been working in the gaming industry for over 10 years now. I had no significant MMO experience before I joined CCP. I did play Ultima Online and Everquest back then, but in the years since my joining, there has been a tremendous shift away from games that were very hardcore, to casual. And then back to hardcore.
And I am also very happy that the world hasn’t shifted too far into casual gaming. At the same time, I think that many casual games have learned a lot, specifically from the growth of mobile games.
I feel that many players have a lower tolerance for overly complex user interfaces. Usability has become a much more important element in gaming. And that is something we are currently working on. The simplification and usefulness of the user interface in EVE. It is definitely one of the biggest changes.
Example of a user interface configuration from the user Trudeaux Margaret from the official EVE forums
Another notable thing is game streaming, which was a huge change. It has definitely changed the way people consume and play games. Ten years ago, you just played the game, but today even single-player games have this social element that comes from streaming and shared engagement as a community.
And lastly, I find that games have been “normalized.” It is no longer something exotic to play video games. It is not just a handful of people anymore. Games are now simply part of daily life, it is much more relaxed. It used to be a niche and now it is completely normal. It is almost strange if someone doesn’t play games.
MeinMMO: How have the community and players changed over the years?
Bergur Finnbogasson: EVE Online is a massively multiplayer online sandbox game. The game has changed significantly over the years. I often have to remind the developers that when the game was released, dial-up modems were still used. And if someone called the players at home, they would lose their connection to the game.
Most successful games have a lifespan of about 4 to 5 years. We have survived for about four times that. We have revamped the game completely 3 to 4 times over the years when looking at all the changes. But the core DNA of the product has remained intact. It is still this dark, grim, harsh world. It is hard to survive in it alone, and it’s better to fly in a group with other players to face all the challenges it throws at you.
For many years, we maintained the position that EVE should be hard to learn and even harder to master. Now we are working hard to make EVE easier to learn, but still very hard to master. It should always be hard to master.
What has not changed over the years is the community. The incredibly strong community that keeps the game alive, that develops the world further. The amazing alliances that shape the universe. And that is basically the one big thing that has kept the game alive, making it relevant and exciting.
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Saemi Hermannsson: The one thing that I found extremely interesting in the last 2.5 years has been our conversations with the community about how important new players are for EVE. How important it is to not only attract new players to the game but also to nurture them.
Bergur made the point about mastering and easier understanding at the beginning. And it is amazing to see how much the community has embraced this concept. How they understand that it is important for us to invest a lot of time, effort, and focus to help new players find their footing in the game.
It is a blessing and sometimes also a curse how smart our players are. But that is one of those situations where it is definitely a blessing. They can understand the concept of the importance of new players, as Bergur said. More players mean more content, and more content means a better game. It is just the nature of things.
“We can only guess what will happen, and that is super scary”
MeinMMO: One of CCP’s main rules regarding EVE is that you try not to interfere in the events within the game as much as possible. What were the reasons for this decision?
Bergur Finnbogasson: Primarily, it is that we wanted to uphold the promise of a true sandbox. It is this idea that we are the stewards of this universe, and the players drive the game forward. Over the years, we had to adjust our views on this topic a bit. We had to establish certain rules.
Typically, we take the stance of “player control comes first,” but to develop successful systems, we need to put our fingers on certain things. But that is one of the great appeals of EVE Online, that it is so highly community-driven, and there are many things that are controlled by the players.
We can only guess what will happen, and it is super scary. We don’t know anything else, so we always do it this way. For most of my colleagues who work on MMOs, the first question always is: “How the hell can you trust that your players won’t just do terrible things?”
There is this crazy measurement used by many people in game development called “Time to Penis.” It is the time it takes for a new feature or a new player to have a penis drawn somewhere. And EVE is full of such elements. And in many cases, we just welcome it instead of fighting against it.
There have been so many features in the game that we planned in a certain way, and the players used them for something completely different. And this is the beauty of EVE Online. We give the players the tools to make the most of it.
MeinMMO: How do you decide when to intervene in the game?
Bergur Finnbogasson: That depends heavily on the case at hand and it is a very multidimensional decision. Of course, there are customer support-level issues where we have clear guidelines. And then we have things like the economy, where we do not intervene.
We have some levers that we can pull to, for example, change taxes. But we do not intervene when someone is manipulating the market. That is entirely in the players’ hands.
One thing that we have changed over the years is that we have become stricter with griefing new players. There were elements in the game that made it extremely easy to grief new players. And we have changed the game to make this activity harder. Of course, it still happens. But that’s about the strongest action we have taken to intervene in the ecosystem in EVE.
And then there are, of course, threats that transfer into real life. We have a very low tolerance for those.
In online games, “griefers” are players who deliberately try to take the fun out of the game for other players. Often, griefers are high-level players who attack and repeatedly kill or otherwise harass newcomers.
“We have been at war with our community for 18 years.”
MeinMMO: One situation in which CCP intervened was the Battle of M2-XFE,which caused massive server lag. WWB2 is far from over, and players are expecting more huge battles. How do you plan to address the problem from the developer side?
Bergur Finnbogasson: That is an interesting and philosophical question. We are basically in an arms race with our players when it comes to epic battles in EVE Online. We are now in a situation where the number of players in a fight in EVE was around 4,000 or 5,000 players. And in M2 we had about 12,000 or 13,000 players trying to get into the system. And they were frustrated.
One of the problems that always arises is that we can rewrite the code. We do that constantly. But if we raise the limit to 8,000, the new fights will be at 9,000 players, and the game is bad.
If we raise it to 97,000 players, people on Twitter will complain that they showed up with 101,000 players and nothing worked, and the game is bad. It is a really tricky matter.
World War Bee 2 (WWB2) is a massive war that has been raging in EVE Online since July 2020. In it, the two major factions PAPI Coalition and The Imperium meet. Its previous peak was the massive battle in the M2-XFE system, in which over 12,000 players participated.
Through Time Dilation, the in-game time in EVE Online is greatly slowed down, allowing not all effects to occur at once and extremely quickly. This is to conserve server resources. In the Battle of M2-XFE, time was reduced to 10% of normal game speed.
We have, of course, features like Time Dilation and battle logging. But it will always remain an arms race, and it is also something that we continually test and optimize. It is a beautiful problem to fall in love with. It is a problem where the biggest companies in the world call us regularly and say: “Hey, we have a thing. Do you want to test it?”
When EVE first came out, we actually had to borrow servers from the Pentagon to get the game running. I hope we didn’t melt them completely. But right now we are in a situation where it is not a hardware problem but a software problem. We need to delve deeper into the software part of our servers and on the front, we are working on interesting things.
Saemi Hermannsson: To address what Bergur said: We have been at war with our community for 18 years, and for 18 years we have been losing. But we will keep pushing the boundaries. In the largest battles, all the world records in gaming history actually belong to us.
We keep discovering and experimenting with how this can be improved. But when the numbers get so high and the stakes get so great, it is like Murphy’s Law. Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.
What is very positive is when you compare the record of WWB2 with our record from 2018. The community has been super understanding and has educated new players and those who didn’t understand what was going on. They explain what was happening behind the scenes.
It has been good to discuss this with the community. There are great opinion leaders within the community who are best suited to explain to other players what is going on.
MeinMMO: I have been following the battles on the site called New Eden Post and they provide very detailed reports about what is happening, explaining the different phases of the war, which is understandable even for people like me. What actions from the community have been your favorites so far in that regard?
Saemi Hermannsson: I don’t really have favorites, but I watch many different streams and they all have their positives. There are many meta shows on Sundays, I try to tune in to Talking in Stations, I follow the “Declaration of War” podcast and am on their Discord. Less than 10 is another podcast that I listen to.
I could keep listing more, it is a way for me to learn more about EVE and look into the minds of the players to understand their perspectives better. We are truly blessed with this community’s hardness.
There are reaction shows to new events in the game and there are even reaction shows to these reaction shows. A political cycle that keeps spinning. People put out controversial opinions about what is going on and what will happen. And the fascinating part is the diversity of the podcasts. You have some about fleet command, then focus on finance and economics, then there are people who talk about the lore and what is happening in the game.
Bergur Finnbogasson: The Twitch channels that Saemi mentioned are like TV stations. Their production value is incredibly high. But you have the TV station that belongs to different alliances and coalitions in EVE. They are highly political.
So you have a station that really tries to rally its side in the war. They present everything their side does in a positive light and try to keep morale high. While another is really working hard to bring it down and ensure that their side has the latest information and is ready for the upcoming tasks.
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One of the propaganda songs released by the faction of the Goons in WWB2.
In some cases, these are not reactions to reactions, but a completely different game that takes place. You have the war in EVE and then you have this media war that takes place outside. People throw incredible amounts of crap.
The propaganda war is massive. Wars in EVE often revolve around rallying your own troops and keeping people engaged. It is about your own community having more endurance than the other corporation.
Imperium currently posts EVE songs on YouTube every few weeks. It is one of my favorite channels on YouTube. They have released some songs about what they did and called their troops together. It is incredible.
Saemi Hermannsson: The Goons released a song called “We didn’t crash the Server” and that is the epitome of the community content that is being released right now. It is political, but it is still good content. The skill behind it is so high, it cannot be ignored.
In EVE, players write the history
MeinMMO: On their birthdays, people often look back at the most important events in their lives. If you had to choose, what would they be for you in EVE Online?
Bergur Finnbogasson: That is a mean question. Who is your favorite child? Hmm… The Chappy Birthday Bash was a beautiful moment in the history of EVE. It is one of those moments when the game becomes so much more than what you have created. A player had a terminal illness, and he wanted to have one last birthday battle. You can’t even imagine.
Then of course Project Discovery. It was one of the projects that became much bigger than we originally hoped for. It was also beautiful that we were able to give something back to the community and science.
The monument for Katia Sae. She was a player who traveled to every system in the game and took screenshots there. It took years and years, and we built a statue for her.
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Many TV stations of EVE Online reported on the life’s work of Katia Sae.
Saemi Hermannsson: Katia! When you asked the question, I immediately thought of the moment when I had the most goosebumps. It is these individual achievements because everyone always focuses on the wars and fights, which are of course great.
But then you have the strong contrast of a single person who traveled to every single system in the game. You play as a pacifist and can create a moment like the celebration of Katia Sae’s massive achievement. It was fantastic.
Then there are moments like the world record we achieved. We had different streams turned on. It was Tuesday, and it was 5 PM, and the battle had already been going on for 5 hours. It continued for another 13 hours, and I remember the whole work, the efforts all flowing into that one moment. The madness.
It was 13 hours during which people streamed and talked about it. It was like during the elections. And the logistics behind it. Getting people to log in and fight. Ensuring enough people are there to apply pressure because you always have to deal constant damage. That is overwhelming.
MeinMMO thanks Bergur Finnbogasson and Saemi Hermannsson for the exciting interview. We wish EVE Online many more years and more world records with the biggest battles.
The new expansion Burning Crusade is on the starting blocks for WoW Classic. We at MeinMMO were able to conduct an interview with Holly Longdale, Lead Producer, and Brian Birmingham, the Lead Software Engineer.
What is the interview about? In the conversation with Holly Longdale and Brian Birmingham, we talked about the upcoming release of Burning Crusade, the general appeal of WoW Classic, player numbers, and also the upcoming Deluxe Edition.
MeinMMO: First of all, of course, the most important question: Can you tell us something about the release date of Burning Crusade Classic?
Holly: Yes! I’m so glad you asked. On May 18, we will release our pre-patch for Burning Crusade, and that is the moment when players can decide whether to progress to Burning Crusade or remain in the Classic era.
If they want both, there is a service called “cloning”. This allows you to get a copy of your character and continue with it in both games.
We will also introduce blood elves and draenei and allow jewelcrafting up to level 300. Additionally, there will be a series of pre-patch events where some creatures will invade the world.
On June 1 [Editor’s note: For us on June 2 at 00:00 Uhr], the Dark Portal will open. So everything is moving pretty quickly, and we are already very close.
Release times of WoW Classic.
MeinMMO: In the pre-patch, players will be able to decide whether they want to switch to TBC or not. How does it work, and more importantly: Will items and especially guilds be preserved?
Brian: That’s a good question, and unfortunately, the guild will not be preserved if you remain in the Classic era. However, if you switch to Burning Crusade Classic, it will be preserved. We decided to handle it this way. Based on surveys we conducted, most players wanted to switch to Burning Crusade. And we are very pleased about that.
So you will be able to keep your guild and mailbox if you go into Burning Crusade Classic. However, if you decide to go into the Classic era, we hope you’ll find the opportunity to explore the world again and make new friends who have decided to stay with you there.
Adjustments to weapons, jewelcrafting, and the drums
MeinMMO: We’ve already talked to you at BlizzCon 2021 about WoW Classic and Burning Crusade. What have you learned from the beta and changed based on the feedback?
Holly: There are so many players who still remember what happened in 2007, even though it’s hard to remember exactly. When these players return and experience it again, it raises some questions. But Brian will surely be able to tell you more about that.
Brian: Sure. A good example of that was the craftable weapons that could be made by the blacksmith. They were one-handed and you could use two of them. However, for most of Burning Crusade, that wasn’t true at all. During the beta, we then sat down and realized: “Oh yes, that was a change late in the expansion, and it doesn’t make sense now in this early phase. So we made them mainhand-only again.
Another example is actually more of a bug, namely the ability to unlearn jewelcrafting and still retain the specific bonuses that the profession brought. And that was something that wasn’t intended at the time of design. It was just a technical limitation. So when I looked back and wondered: “Hey, if I unlearned jewelcrafting and still retained the bonuses, should that still work? No, it shouldn’t.”
At that time there simply wasn’t a way to do that. And we have since developed one. So we made a corresponding change.
MeinMMO: As close as you want to be to the original, there are still a few bigger changes you are making, such as to the war drums.
Brian: So the drums are a system that we wanted to tackle before the expansion, as they were an important part of every competitive guild. The reason for this is that there was nothing preventing them from having constant rotations. The buff lasted 30 seconds and had a cooldown of 2 minutes. In a large raid, all the buffs overlap, and you essentially have the buff permanently throughout the raid.
We have been concerned from the beginning that this would not fit WoW, also because we want everyone to be able to be successful with any profession and not just as a leatherworker. Otherwise, everyone would feel drawn to that one profession.
So we went back and looked at why it was only the case with some patches, and the first thing we looked at was that earlier versions of the drums weren’t as powerful. So we restored these original drums that were a bit weaker; they had a cast time, a smaller radius, but were still technically overlapping.
We wanted to try this out to see where the drums are similarly overpowered and where we can bring some balance. But some classes were still able to use the drums between their attack and spell timings. For other classes, it meant a bit of DPS loss, but overall, more people chose to be leatherworkers anyway.
So we decided to introduce a debuff that was implemented right after Burning Crusade and came with Lich King. So you can only benefit from the drums once every two minutes, corresponding to the cooldown of the drums.
It was a tough decision. Because as you said, it’s a small deviation from how we originally did things. And we want to ensure that we do it with the best intentions of the time in mind.
Botanica, one of the dungeons in WoW TBC Classic.
“We approach the Classic content with the expectation that someone will defeat it on release day”
MeinMMO: However, the proximity to the original can be a problem. For example, you need at least 3 physical classes to fight Nightbane, and that can be very frustrating. Is that supposed to stay the same at release and if so, why did you decide that?
Brian: The general reason is that we want players to experience the content again as it was at launch. This is also the general philosophy: “This is something that existed back then that people enjoyed and had a good time with. And we want to ensure that they have the opportunity to experience it again.”
Honestly, I’m not familiar with that specific mechanic you’re referring to, but if it was introduced or removed in a later patch, we want players to experience that “Pre-Nerf Post-Nerf” progression. The intention is to start things off in their pre-nerf state, so people can experience the harder, more challenging, and sometimes additional mechanics that were originally there. And we can already see that players are benefiting from 15 years of experience with WoW and can handle the tough bosses.
MeinMMO: Yes, I’m sure many guilds will progress quickly in the raids.
Holly: I have no doubt about that.
MeinMMO: Even in Classic, the guilds were extremely quick with the raids.
Brian: Yes, absolutely. We generally approach the Classic content with the expectation that someone will defeat it on the day of release. No question about it, because people have had 15 years to practice these things and become familiar with WoW overall.
Since we are trying to recreate a well-known experience, players can prepare much more than they could with the original version. And so that’s actually to be expected. But there are still a lot of players who won’t kill it right on the first day, but who will learn through experienced players coming back and new players who have experienced it before and want to teach them. So, while we certainly expect the content to be defeated on the first day, it is still a significant challenge for people experiencing it for the first time.
Holly: The number of players planning to prepare for the content is unprecedented. They are already active in the beta and trying to perfect their strategies. Some are even going into the modern Burning Crusade to train there. This has never occurred in this form before.
We are also receiving planning around arena teams. People are starting to think about what the teams will look like. And yes, it’s really cool to see all these players and get an insight into how they will tackle Burning Crusade.
MeinMMO: Since we are already on the topic of changes, I would like to introduce an idea from the community. There was a desire to unlock certain items that only existed in Classic account-wide so they can be taken to Retail. Have you considered such a function?
Holly: We had this idea as well. And to be honest, we thought about it and decided against it. That was a conscious decision when we launched Classic. There are basically two things that speak against it:
The first is that there is simply a feeling of fulfillment for people who have it in Retail WoW. That they can show off and say: “I was definitely there back then”
But at the same time, the other reason is that we didn’t want Classic to be populated by a bunch of players who were only there because they wanted something from modern WoW, but we want people to play Classic because they want to experience exactly that.
We want players to choose the game that they enjoy the most and not what brings them cool items.
In WoW Burning Crusade Classic, you will venture into the Outlands, where you will also encounter the area of Netherstorm.
“Sometimes the open world is just as intimidating as the raids”
MeinMMO: When you talk about people wanting to play Classic, what do you think is special about Classic? What makes it so exciting for people?
Holly: Of course, there is first the nostalgic component. Experiencing a game that came out in 2004 again. And then Burning Crusade came in 2007. WoW was simply different than it is now. The great thing about our subscription system is that you can now experience all three games: Classic, TBC, and Retail WoW.
As our surveys show, it was especially a different pace back then. The experience and the community of players were also different back then. That’s something people want to experience again, as it was from 2004 to 2007.
I personally am a casual player, so I love to run around, meet people, and role-play. When I come to Stormwind, I greet people with “For the Alliance” and in general, people communicate differently. In modern games, it’s too much about performance for me, but I want to enjoy everything. My play sessions are also significantly shorter. But I love spending my weekends and longer nights exploring a world just like I did back then. Classic and now the beta are great for that.
Brian: I can agree with that, except for the part about the Alliance. I mean, the phrase is “For the Horde,” right? It just sounds dumb when an Alliance player says it.
But seriously: The cool thing about Classic is that you take things much more consciously and feel: “Okay, I need to figure out how to defeat this enemy best.” Sometimes the open world is just as intimidating as the raids, especially since you are often alone. And so it often happens that you seek help to quest and level together, while modern WoW is much more straightforward and focused. The high difficulty levels are reserved for Mythics and raids there.
MeinMMO: This difficulty and also leveling itself make the game much more time-consuming. Do you think that players who are now adults, with families and jobs, will find the time to play Classic?
Brian: Absolutely, it works at least for me. I have a lot of fun with Classic and will also enjoy it with TBC. I also have a family and a full-time job, and contrary to some perceptions out there, I still play the games after work. But yes, it can be done with less playtime.
In addition, WoW can be played in various ways. You can just spend time exploring the world and leveling up. You can also complete a variety of dungeons and raids. There are several dungeons in every zone that you can play while leveling up and at max level as well.
Holly: And there are arena teams! We expect players to have a lot of fun and spend time here. And as Brian said, there is just so much to do, and I can be online for hours. I just love this huge world.
Brian: One point about PvP is also that we are accommodating the players here. We will offer region-wide matchmaking and also have a modern matchmaking algorithm that should match teams better than it did back then in Burning Crusade.
Classic has exceeded expectations
MeinMMO: Player numbers are always an interesting topic. How satisfied are you with the development of the numbers in Classic?
Brian: Well, we had high expectations, and to be honest, I had even higher expectations myself. But they have even surpassed my expectations, and I really expected a lot; I love this game very much.
Holly: The love and admiration for Classic remain unbroken, which is why we are delivering what the community asks for. That is why we implemented Classic in the first place, and that is why we continue to offer the Classic era while we release Burning Crusade.
There are a lot of people who love the old world and its mechanics. And we continue to keep an eye on what the community wants.
MeinMMO: And how do you think the player numbers will develop in the future?
Brian: We expect that most people will want to switch to Burning Crusade. We conducted some surveys, and that’s what they showed. That’s also why the guilds, for example, progress to Burning Crusade.
MeinMMO: Holly, you joined Blizzard in 2020 and previously worked on Everquest and other MMOs. How helpful is an outside perspective on the game, and how significant was your influence on TBC?
Holly: I don’t think I ever really had an outsider perspective. I have always been a big fan of WoW. The team is indescribably passionate and dedicated, like with the drums, where discussions go on for hours. So my influence is rather small; it’s a collaborative effort.
Brian: That’s not true. I’m just glad to be able to work with her. Last year, when we were trying to negotiate various things and there were millions of things in flux, Holly ensured that everything made sense and we could make sure that every department gets what they need. She was fantastic.
MeinMMO: Okay, after this good mood and the nice words, I do have a serious question. Data mining has revealed things like a mount skin and other bonuses that sound like a cash shop. Do you have anything like that planned for Burning Crusade?
Holly: I wouldn’t call it a cash shop. What we have is the level 58 boost that should be familiar to many. It is intended to help players catch up to Burning Crusade, although it’s not easy to go directly through the Dark Portal after the boost.
But we wanted people to have something they could buy to be able to play with their friends if they didn’t have time to reach level 58, for example. There is only one per account, and it cannot be used on blood elves and draenei.
Then there is something we call “Deluxe Edition”. It will include the boost, but also a mount, the green footprints, the Dark Portal Hearthstone, and game time. So no, there will be no shop, but only this special edition to celebrate the launch of Burning Crusade.
Brian: It’s really more like a collector’s edition to have an extra option. Anyone who just wants to play Burning Crusade and isn’t interested in these bonuses has everything included in their subscription. You can just play and don’t have to buy anything new.
Holly: And these are all models that already exist; we haven’t created anything brand new for it.
Brian: That’s a good point. Things like the hearthstone with the look of the Dark Portal were in the trading card game back then. And since we don’t have those cards anymore, we’re bringing the content into the game this way.
The contents of the Deluxe Edition.
MeinMMO: That actually sounds interesting and not like a shop system. Then I have one last question. What would you recommend to our readers in preparation for Burning Crusade Classic?
Holly: Call your friends and gather them together. And play the pre-patch. Prepare your characters for level 60 and gather some gear accordingly. And plan your arena teams. The arenas will start a few weeks after the release on June 1, and we can’t wait to see players in action.
Brian: Yes, make sure to log in now, prepare yourselves, and be part of the release of Burning Crusade Classic.
MeinMMO: Thank you very much for answering our questions.
It is unclear why some trainers can complete all chapters while others only receive part of the tasks. At least you can claim the rewards from the first page.
Were you able to take advantage of the early Marill research and secure many specimens and rewards already, or would you rather play the event only on Sunday when it officially starts? Share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments.
Oh no! In Pokémon GO, the Marill event with research tasks started today, on May 7th. It was supposed to begin on Sunday. Niantic has already responded to the error, and we will show you why you should play now.
What’s happening in Pokémon GO? On the morning of May 7th, trainers in Pokémon GO suddenly found the tasks of the limited research featuring Marill. These were supposed to start on Sunday. As Niantic explains, a bug is responsible for the tasks being available in the game too early. However, completing them could be worthwhile for you, as you can participate in the event twice.
This is what Niantic says: On Twitter, Niantic’s support account states that the limited research with Marill is mistakenly already active. “The research will run again on Sunday, May 9th, from 08:00 AM to 10:00 PM local time” (via Twitter.com).
In addition, the team warns that the research will be reset for any trainer who participated before the official start.
The first three quests are simple: Send 2 Pokémon, Catch a Pokémon, land 2 good throws – all three reward you with a Marill encounter
This means for you: The reset of the research is good news for you because it allows you to play the event twice. If you want, you can now work on the research tasks for the Marill event and secure the rewards.
So if you have the time, you should play the event now and then again on Sunday.
What rewards are available? As you know from events with limited research, the event Pokémon is at the top of the rewards list. So you can expect plenty of encounters with Marill. Additionally, you will receive:
Stardust
Poké Balls
Experience Points
Razz Berries
Nanab Berries
Marill Candy
Himself Berries
Hyper Balls
What other issues are known? Some trainers have already managed to complete several pages of the Marill research and collect a lot of rewards.
Others report that after claiming the stage reward of the first chapter, they can no longer see any quests. We at MeinMMO have tried it and could only complete the first three quests of the research.
It is unclear why some trainers can complete all chapters while others only receive part of the tasks. At least you can claim the rewards from the first page.
Were you able to take advantage of the early Marill research and secure many specimens and rewards already, or would you rather play the event only on Sunday when it officially starts? Share your opinion here on MeinMMO in the comments.
A player of the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online (PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S) explained why fewer and fewer people want to play a tank. The reason is the inexperienced teammates they are randomly matched with.
What did the player mean? Giant_Cosmic_Fart wrote that he wanted to do a veteran dungeon run in the Blackheart’s Refuge as a tank (via reddit). He played with two damage dealers he did not know as a PUG (Pick Up Group).
At first, he was happy because this group composition is actually quite effective. However, it quickly became clear that the two teammates had little experience with ESO and did not really know how to play their role effectively.
The damage dealers, who were supposed to deal high damage, could hardly do anything against the enemies. They even complained about the tank. When the boss fight also turned into a disaster, the reddit user left the game, seeing no point in continuing.
In this video, you can see a good run through the Blackheart’s Refuge:
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Inexperienced ESO players ruin the fun for veterans
What is the problem? PUG describes in ESO the ability to easily form a group with random players to quickly do a dungeon run. However, sometimes you encounter players with little experience in The Elder Scrolls Online.
Especially for dungeons and trials, it is important to have a good group where everyone knows exactly what they need to do. Every player must play their role effectively and have a build that is meticulously tailored to the assigned tasks.
If this is not the case, it becomes extremely difficult to complete the tasks. Often, veterans feel like teachers who must guide the less experienced players alongside. This would not be so bad in principle if it did not happen in exactly those situations where you need to rely on each other and do not actually have time to play teacher.
The reddit user PartyHatFrogs can relate to this and points out another problem with the situation in response to his reddit post:
One more point – and this is what has really kept me from “pugging” – is the attitude you encounter with inexperienced players. I really enjoyed teaching players who were not familiar with a veteran DLC dungeon or going in blind at launch and figuring out the mechanics together. They are so excited to finally get their Zaan helmet or vDoM skin!
But repeatedly, I end up with players who take absolutely no consideration for the rest of the group. Believe it or not, 1000+ champions steaming through dungeons are not the only “toxic players.” There are also inexperienced players with low champion points who refuse to follow the mechanics once explained or who do not bother to adapt their skills to the fight and adjust when what they are using is not sufficient.
ESO and the struggles of a tank
The described problem should not be confused with the fake tanks that can also annoy in ESO. Here, players sign up as tanks for groups, even though they are actually damage dealers. The reason for this is that they get into dungeons faster that way.
The issue that Giant_Cosmic_Fart addresses is that he has to play with inexperienced DDs as a real tank, which makes the dungeon run problematic and annoying. Players who are in a well-coordinated group where everyone knows each other or who are active in a guild do not have this problem. This is purely about the quick grouping with random players.
Why is this a problem for tanks? As a tank, you want to protect the damage dealers, draw the enemies to yourself, and mitigate damage. However, playing with inexperienced players can lead to the damage dealers – as seen in Giant_Cosmic_Fart’s example – dealing hardly any damage. This is due to the builds not being effectively skilled and the characters not using suitable and good weapons and armor.
Then the tank has to additionally take on the role of a damage dealer, which is not his job. This can certainly lead to frustration.
Anyone who chooses a tank as a character wants to play that role and not also be a damage dealer. Especially not when there is already someone fulfilling that role in the group.
This is what players demand: Players believe that ESO needs to introduce newcomers to the game better. The game should teach them how to play their class effectively so that they are important and useful in groups.
PartyHatFrogs sums it up:
The game does a terrible job of teaching and preparing players for anything remotely challenging.
This rekindles the ongoing conflict between players who want to be efficient and those who want to have fun in an MMORPG. You can read more about this in this column:
In Destiny 2 the Season 14 is starting in a few days and we now know many of the new weapons that await you in various activities. Players can expect a mix of beloved classics in a new guise and fresh weapons.
Recently, Bungie piqued players’ interest with a fun trailer for the new Season 14, which starts on May 11. Now the Destiny developer follows up in the TWaB (weekly blog post) and presents the new killing tools that you will hunt in the Season of the Splicer.
We were shown many new and revised weapons. Currently, especially the return of a legendary classic is causing excitement among Guardians – and we are not talking this time about the Fatebringer. Included is also the new quest weapon and many weapons from various activities.
This favorite is coming back: When you ask Guardians which legendary weapons they always carried in Destiny 1, you get many answers. However, if you narrow the question down to the most popular scout rifle, the answer in 99% of cases is: “The Hung Jury (Uneinigkeit SR4) from Dead Orbit!”
This precise weapon with top-tier perks is being brought back to Destiny 2 by Bungie with Season 14. What the weapon will be called in the new version or what perks it has is still a mystery. However, we can say with certainty that “Uneinigkeit 2.0” looks just as stylish as it did back then:
Above left, we can see how Hung Jury (Uneinigkeit SR4) looks in Destiny 2
Here’s how you get the weapon: The weapon goes into the loot pool of the Nightfall: The Ordeal. MeinMMO has already reported that the 3 current weapons from Season 13 are taking a break and will be replaced by 3 fresh weapons – now we know what to expect visually.
The Omolon sniper rifle and the fusion rifle in the picture are also newly revamped classics from Destiny 1, returning now as Nightfall weapons.
For Nightfall weapons, the following applies:
The higher the difficulty, the higher the drop chance at the end of the strike mission
The 3 weapons rotate: each week there is a different gun in the loot pool
At the top tier, you can earn the stronger master versions of the weapons (this high difficulty will only be made available during Season 14)
15 more weapons from the Season of the Splicer
This is in the new Season Pass:
On the left, we see a shotgun
At the bottom, there is a heavy machine gun
On the right, you can see an exotic pistol
What do we know about the exotic? A lot is already known about the pistol: This is a new exotic from Season 14 called Kryosthesie 77K. This weapon deals Stasis damage, and in the trailer, we already saw how it froze an enemy after a short charge.
Until now, the dangerous ice powers were only available through abilities – with the exception of an exotic grenade launcher, which is very weak, requires rare power ammunition but can create Stasis crystals. A pistol that presumably uses primary ammunition but has access to Stasis already has PvP guardians shivering in their boots.
Here’s a closer look at Kryosthesie 77K:
Stasis on a primary weapon – what is the catch?
The legendary shotgun, the legendary machine gun, and the exotic pistol are waiting in the new Season Pass of Season 14. Here they can also be earned by free-to-play guardians. In the past, the exotic for purchasers of the pass was already waiting at level 1, for everyone else at level 35.
Seasonal weapons with a touch of Cyberpunk
This is what you can find in the seasonal activities: More weapons with a futuristic neon-chrome look can be earned through the new Override activity.
In the top left, we either have a grenade launcher for the special slot or an auto rifle with a very open barrel
On the right, we can see a pistol – possibly a hand cannon, although the model would be somewhat small for the huge revolvers
In the middle, we have something reminiscent of a rapid-fire Vex weapon – an auto rifle, scout, or possibly a submachine gun?
At the bottom, we presumably see a pulse rifle
Override is a 6-guardian activity that features an automatic player search. Participating requires owning the Season Pass – for one week, however, all guardians can get a taste of the activity for free.
The new weapons in the picture can also be obtained from Umbra Engrams. Whether they will be added to the current loot or the engravings will be revised is currently unknown.
This is the new quest weapon: Each season, you can earn a so-called quest weapon through a quest. This is a legendary gun that has fixed perks, among which you can choose from various combinations.
In Season 14, you’ll get the fusion rifle “Astonishing”:
Astonishing is likely to become Query of Fate 2.0
Whether you tackle the quest in PvP, Gambit, or the Crucible was entirely up to you in recent times. Once you have the weapon, you can unlock ornaments (skins) matching the 3 activities.
We already know one of the perks of “Astonishing”: Salvage Salvo. This is the once-unique ability of the top-tier weapon “Query of Fate,” which is now in retirement. Read more about the perk and why it caused quite a stir during the announcement here: Destiny 2 whispers “quietly” that a strong weapon is coming back soon.
Which weapons are still coming in Season 14?
This loot is coming to the playlists: The so-called core playlists in Destiny are Strikes, Gambit, and Crucible matches. All 3 modes will receive a new legendary weapon starting in Season 14, which you can randomly receive upon completing a round.
So far, only the appearance of the 3 new weapons is known:
The grenade launcher on the left you’ll get in Strikes
The submachine gun on the right is for Gambit – the weapon strongly resembles the top SMG from Season 8, which most people likely forgot.
The revolver at the bottom goes into the Crucible
The new weapons do not replace any old loot but are added to the pool. You can still hunt your “Last Dollar“.
What about the Iron Banner? Even the dusty PvP event Iron Banner will receive some love in Season 14. Lord Saladin will bring you 4 new weapons every month.
Were those all the new weapons? No! We already know that we can expect the raid weapons from the Glass Chamber. So you can look forward to the Fatebringer 2.0.
Additionally, we can be quite sure that there is still a secret exotic weapon hiding somewhere in Season 14. The new trailer also revealed the old class swords, which likely indicate an update. Bungie itself announces in the TWaB: “Now we’ve reached the point where we can say ‘and more.’ There are certainly more weapons to discover as you play.”
What do you think of the new weapons that are already known? Is there too much fan service for the Destiny 1 veterans, or is it totally fine that Bungie takes the beloved models and gives them new perks and stats? Let us know your opinion in the comments.
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One of the most famous swords from World of Warcraft is getting a redesign. Soon you’ll be able to get the “South Park” blade.
In the long lifespan of World of Warcraft, many myths and stories have developed. For many, the “South Park” episode “Make Love, not Warcraft” will still be well remembered. Especially one sword from this episode stayed in the minds of many players. It will now get a “remake” and can be obtained again in the next patch.
What kind of sword is it? The Killer of the Undead is a rune blade from the Naxxramas raid, which served as transmog for many players and thus is a quite coveted weapon. However, the sword has aged noticeably, so it simply can no longer compete graphically with modern weapons.
The developers of WoW seem to have taken this as an opportunity to revise the weapon model. In Patch 9.1 Chains of Domination, the “Devouring Cold” is likely to appear – the old sword with a new, high-resolution model.
This is what the new sword “Devouring Cold” looks like. Image source: wowhead
What does this have to do with South Park? The sword gained fame when it appeared in the series South Park. There, it was the “Sword of a Thousand Truths” and could be used by the kids to drain all mana from the meanest ganker, leaving him defenseless.
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Later, the sword also appeared again in Naxxramas during the expansion “Wrath of the Lich King” and bore the name “Killer of the Undead” with the small addition “Prophesied by Salzman.” Salzman was an accounting employee at Blizzard in the “South Park” episode.
How do you get the sword? Currently, the sword has only been found in the game data from the PTR and is not associated with any stats there. It is quite possible that it is merely a cosmetic reward that serves the transmogification.
A source for the sword is not yet known. Since the sword originally comes from Naxxramas, it is quite conceivable that it will be left by the lich Kel’Thuzad in the upcoming patch – as he will reappear in the raid “Sanctum of Domination” in Patch 9.1.
Will you get the “South Park” sword in new glory? Or does it just look too silly by now?
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Treyarch has released a new update for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. This includes, among other things, the new weapon CARV.2 as well as some fixes and changes to the game. Let’s take a look at the patch notes.
What’s the update about? On the evening of May 6, Black Ops Cold War received a new update as part of the current Season 3. This is a small settings update, so you don’t need to download another X gigabyte-sized patch. Nevertheless, there is quite a bit to look forward to.
CoD Cold War Update from 06.05. – Here’s what the patch notes say
The highlight of the new update is likely to be the fresh weapon for most players. But there have also been some changes in the playlists.
Changes to Weapons
New Weapon – CARV.2: The new tactical rifle is now in the game and can be used both in the traditional multiplayer of Black Ops and in Warzone. It will be unlocked through an in-game challenge but is also available in the “Plastic Prototype” bundle as a special blueprint version from the in-game store.
According to initial reactions, the new weapon performs very strongly – even in its “raw” state, meaning without attachments. Additionally, early calls for it to be overpowered are already being made.
Tracer Rounds: Various stability issues have been resolved here. The developers did not provide further details.
Multiplayer
Changes to Modes:
Prop Hunt
Available through the Party Games playlist, now with the new maps Yamantau and Diesel in the map rotation
Mode description has been updated
Gun Game
Available through the Party Games playlist and added to Quick Play
Sticks and Stones
Available through the Party Games playlist and Quick Play
Gunfight
Players receive +100 points for capturing the overtime zone
This is what the playlist looks like now:
Yamantau + Diesel 24/7 (new, also available in hardcore)
Party Games (new)
Snipers Only Moshpit
Nuketown 24/7 (also available in hardcore)
Gunfight Blueprints
Confrontation (also available in hardcore)
Fireteam Moshpit
Zombies
Weapon Changes:
A problem has been fixed where aim assist on the Pack-a-Punched Swiss K31 (Swiss KH3353) did not function correctly – including with Deadshot Daiquiri
Daily Challenges:
The description of the challenge “Perk Preserver” has been updated to clarify the requirements
Firebase Z:
A stability issue related to challenges has been fixed
Outbreak:
A stability issue related to zombie spawns has been fixed
Have you already unlocked the CARV.2 and have you been able to gain first experiences with it? What do you think of this new firearm? By the way, you can read here on MeinMMO in the coming days how the new weapon performs in practice and what setups are recommended for it.
Elyon, the new MMORPG from Korea, was supposed to start its Closed Beta today. However, it currently seems that no one can access the game and complaints on reddit and other platforms are steadily increasing. Find out here what is happening and how the situation is developing.
Updates on Server Status
Last update on May 8: It seems to be running normally now. Enjoy!
May 7, 7:50 AM: There were several updates during the night, but even this morning there were still problems. However, based on my own experience and statements on reddit, at least most players were able to get into the game between 9:00 PM and 1:00 AM.
7:40 PM: The server is still not functioning correctly. Some players can get in, but many cannot. The last update on the Twitter account is now more than an hour old. We will keep you updated for now.
5:12 PM: There was actually supposed to be a livestream from Kakao Games today with a chance to win beta keys for Elyon. This has also been postponed until the issues are resolved (via Twitter).
4:44 PM: Now the official Twitter account reports that they are addressing the login issues and will extend the Closed Beta accordingly.
4:30 PM:MyMMO will surely get in, right? No, unfortunately not. In our launcher, the message “The launcher is temporarily closed” appears:
The MyMMO editorial team also cannot access the server, even with the game already installed.
What is happening at Elyon right now?
The Closed Beta of the new and highly anticipated MMORPG Elyon (formerly A:IR) was supposed to start today, May 6, 2021, at 2 PM. However, numerous players are currently reporting not having fun in the colorful fantasy world, but rather experiencing login issues.
Most complaints on reddit and others read as follows:
The launcher does not start at all!
I press “Play”, but nothing happens!
I press “Login” and end up on an endless white screen, then receive a 504 Gateway Timeout
I cannot enter “@” for the login
From Steam, I get to the account info but cannot find the launcher at all!
What does all this mean? The 504 Gateway Timeout suggests that either the users’ internet connection is not suitable or – which is more likely here – the servers of Elyon are currently offline or overloaded and therefore cannot respond to requests.
How many are trying to access the servers? According to the publisher Kakao Games, around 40,000 keys have been issued.
What are the developers saying right now? According to the developers via Discord, the servers have likely been overwhelmed by the influx of players and have been taken offline, with the launchers temporarily blocked. This is why you currently cannot access the game. The developers are working to stabilize the servers so that you can quickly get into the game.
But I want to play Elyon! Patience, young Padawan, as it seems the problem currently lies with the developers and their servers. Such issues are unfortunately not uncommon during the launches of large betas or releases, and I’m sure there is already a frantic effort underway to find a solution. For now, you can still inform yourself about everything that you need to know about the beta launch.
We will inform you promptly here if the situation changes or if a statement from the developers becomes available. Until then, it is unfortunately necessary to show patience and to somehow bridge the waiting time. Perhaps with another recommendable MMORPG that performed well on Steam in 2021? You might find something in our list.
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This week you can unlock a new weapon for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and CoD Warzone – the tactical rifle CARV.2. But how do you get this new weapon? And when does it come into play?
What is this new weapon all about? In CoD Cold War and the Battle Royale Warzone, the Season 3 is currently running. The start of the new season was not even 2 weeks ago and already brought some new weapons – including the submachine gun PPSh-41 or the sniper rifle K31. And already this week the next new weapon is set to follow – the CARV.2.
New Tactical Rifle CARV.2 Coming – Here’s How to Unlock It
What kind of weapon is the CARV.2 anyway? The CARV.2 will expand the range of tactical rifles with another specimen. According to the developers, this new weapon fires in bursts and stands out in its weapon category mainly due to a high bullet speed, significant damage, solid recoil control, and a generous ammunition supply. Visually, the CARV.2 strongly resembles the G-11 from Heckler & Koch.
Through indirect means and with RNG luck, you can already try out the new weapon in the Zombie mode of Black Ops Cold War as well as in private Warzone matches. Here you can already check out gameplay of the new weapon:
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Here’s how you can try out the weapon early: In Zombies and Outbreak, you need to hope for RNG luck in Trials missions.
In Warzone, you need to select “Warzone Orientation” in Private Matches & Practice. You don’t have to play the actual training first. Just drop your 1911 pistol. Then you should receive a primary weapon instead – it will either be the CARV.2 or the FARA 83. Most of the time it will be the FARA, but with a bit of luck, you might also get the new tactical rifle.
When exactly does the CARV.2 come into play? The weapon will find its way into the game with an update on May 6.
The CARV.2 is coming earlier than many expected. So far, speculation has centered on the mid-season update as a potential release date.
How can you unlock the CARV.2? The new tactical rifle will be available in 2 ways – via an in-game challenge and through a new bundle in the in-game store.
The challenge does not require anything superhuman and asks you to quickly kill at least 2 enemies with tactical rifles in 10 different games.
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The bundle is called the “Plastic Prototype” pack, which includes 4 items – including the “Console” blueprint. This is a cosmetic version of the CARV.2 with some selected attachments.
What do you think of the new weapons of Season 3 so far as well as Season 3 in general? Can Warzone and CoD Cold War excite you again, or are you feeling burnt out and nothing can change that, not even all the new features and weapons? Let us and other readers know in the comments.
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The survival MMO Conan Exiles is getting a major expansion, Isle of Siptah, that brings a lot of new content. It has been in Early Access for several months now, but the official release date has finally been set. Additionally, the developer Funcom had another surprise in store.
When is Isle of Siptah coming out? The release of the expansion for Conan Exiles is planned for May 27. This was announced during the Twitch Gaming Show. Isle of Siptah will then be released simultaneously for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
As of September 15, the expansion started in Early Access, but initially did not receive a good response. Since then, there have been continuous improvements, which MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus has summarized in detail in an article: We played the new DLC for Conan Exiles and it is better than expected.
What else was announced? In addition to the new expansion, there was also an announcement about the base game of Conan Exiles. It is set to become part of the Xbox Game Pass in the future.
The exact date for this is expected to be announced soon.
A new trailer on YouTube also showcased the features of Isle of Siptah in more detail:
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Thanks to NPC factions, Isle of Siptah is better than expected
What does Isle of Siptah offer? The main feature of the expansion is the huge new map where you can unleash your creativity. Inside, you can expect:
A storm event that repeatedly originates from the center of the map and causes special monsters to appear
The floods, a special event that opens portals and allows people to stream onto the map, whom you can then enslave
The Vaults, a type of dungeon with special rewards
New building sets, weapons, armor, and mount options
Initially, the new map was very empty, but with patch 2.4, several criticisms were addressed, including new NPC camps and 3 NPC factions vying for dominance.
Additionally, new workbenches, improved Vaults, and attacks that could be executed while sprinting were introduced. There is also expected to be an offline mode for single players in the future.
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These many changes make Isle of Siptah significantly more interesting for many. On May 27, we will find out how well the new expansion is received. Overall, however, Conan Exiles is considered one of the best survival games currently available on the market by us at MeinMMO. You can find some other strong titles here:
Additionally, as is common for MMORPGs, there is a gear system with equipment of various rarities – White, Green, Blue, Purple, and Gold – as well as different sets and set bonuses.
What are rune stones? Rune stones grant you additional bonuses when you add them to your equipment. Depending on your character’s level and equipment, you even unlock new abilities. For each rune line, you can choose one bonus.
There are 7 types of rune stones:
Attack (red) – Offensive
Control (orange) – Crowd Control
Fate (yellow) – Effect chance
Support (light green) – Ally support
Protection (blue) – Defensive
Awakening (purple) – High risk, high reward
Balance (gray) – Has no rune attribute but a general use
This is what the interface for the rune stones looks like.
How do you unlock the rune stones? You can place runes in your equipment. Depending on which runes you use, you unlock corresponding effects.
Skill trees can be combined freely, but never go down
How do the skill trees work? As soon as you reach level 35 and complete the quest “Blooming Power”, you will receive the “Mana Awakening”. Essentially, this refers to familiar skill trees.
There are 3 starting points for Mana Awakening:
Launch (red) – Mainly increases damage and reduces cooldowns
Mentality (green) – Focuses on energy recovery and increasing attributes
Agility (yellow) – Reduces costs for dodging, dashes, and other effects
At the beginning, you must decide on a starting point and can then follow the path. In the middle, there is then the option to switch to the other branches. However, you can only move on the same level or upward. Once a direction is chosen, it never goes back down.
Abilities can be completely modified – This is how it works
What are the artifacts? With the help of artifacts, you can influence and change any ability. The abilities have four different variations that can completely alter them.
The abilities thus gain an additional effect such as stun or dash, hit more targets, or even become a ranged attack.
You unlock the different variations through various means:
The base skill and the first variation are learned by leveling up
The second variation can be purchased or unlocked through quests
The third adjustment has different ways of being unlocked depending on the ability
The different variations of an ability. However, only one effect can be active at a time.
Can builds be saved? Yes. In the lower right corner of the screenshot, you can see the save function. You start with one slot, and additional save slots can be unlocked with in-game currency. However, the price doubles with each additional slot.
By the way, if you want to take a look at the runes and skills in advance, you can find a Google Doc with just info translated from Korea into English.
When does Elyon start for us? The release for the new MMORPG is planned for Q4 2021. Before that, there will be beta tests, the first of which is currently already running. However, there are problems, as we reveal to you here:
Manufacturer “Turtle Beach” has introduced the Recon 500, a gaming headset priced under 100 euros. It is aimed at PC, Xbox, and PS5 players. MeinMMO introduces you to the headset and explains what it offers.We also take a look at the competition.
Turtle Beach has launched a new gaming headset, the Recon 500, which is designed for gamers on a limited budget for new hardware.
The headset features a detachable microphone and a jack connection. This is especially useful for people who want to play on Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 alongside their PC. With a jack connection, you are significantly more flexible.
MeinMMO presents the new gaming headset. We also show you what you can currently get for headsets in the 100-euro range. There are already some strong representatives available.
The Turtle Beach Recon 500 aims to convince buyers with new sound technology
What’s special: The Recon 500 uses the proprietary “Turtle Beach Eclipse 60mm Dual” drivers. The manufacturer itself describes them as “brand new” since they are being used here for the first time.
In the Stealth 700 Gen 2 and also in the Elite Pro 2, Turtle Beach had previously used “50mm Nanoclear” drivers, which provide decent sound. You can find the Stealth 700 Gen 2 in our Xbox headset buying guide. If the Eclipse drivers are based on Turtle Beach’s previous drivers, we can expect good, balanced sound.
Additionally, the gaming headset offers an adjustable, metal-reinforced headband and memory foam ear cups. The combination of both components is designed to provide comfortable ergonomics. Memory foam ear cups are much more comfortable for glasses wearers.
Other features of the Turtle Beach Recon 500 gaming headset:
Volume control and mute button directly on the ear cup
Compatible with PC, console, and mobile due to the 3.5mm jack (1.5 meters long)
Detachable microphone
The headset is available in black and white
How much will the Recon 500 cost? The official price of the gaming headset is 79.99 euros.
When will the Turtle Beach Recon 500 be available? The new gaming headset will officially be available in Europe from June 18, 2021. In the USA, the release is already a bit earlier.
You can already pre-order the headset at Amazon and directly from the manufacturer at the RRP:
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For 100 euros, you can already get some strong gaming headsets
Why the price range is so important: Many gamers are reluctant to spend a lot of money on hardware, which is why the 100-euro range is a highly competitive field. Manufacturers like Razer, Hyper X, or Logitech are already established here with some good devices. Turtle Beach faces decent competition in this segment:
With the Razer Nari Essential, you can already get a good gaming headset for around 100 euros. The headset impresses with its decent build quality, good surround sound, and practical microphone.
The Cooler Master MH751 is also available for less than 100 euros. The headset features a timeless, simple design and is suitable for both music and gaming nights.
The Hyper X Cloud Alpha offers another very solid and comfortable headset with good sound in the 100-euro range.
If you are willing to spend a little more: With the EPOS H3, which we have already introduced to you in detail, you get a wired gaming headset priced just over 119 euros. However, if you are willing to spend around 20 euros more, you will get a great all-rounder that impresses with its strong build quality and ergonomics.
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More gaming headsets under 100 euros: If you are looking for additional gaming headsets for which you don’t want to pay more than 100 euros, then check out our buying guide for gaming headsets. Here we introduce you to the best gaming headsets under 100 euros and also tell you what to look out for when purchasing.
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In a comprehensive blog post, the developers from Ubisoft have commented on the future of Tom Clancy’s The Division. Part of this future will be a new free-to-play game. And that’s not where it ends.
This is what the developers say: As emphasized in the post, a large community has been built over the past years with The Division and The Division 2, which will now be provided with new content.
In addition to working on The Division 2, they have also looked at other projects. This includes a new game: Tom Clancy’s The Division Heartland.
What is The Division Heartland? So far, information about the new game is still scarce. It is certain that it is a free-to-play game in the Division universe, produced by the Red Storm studio.
The developers emphasize that it will be a standalone game, equipped with its own setting and perspective on the Division universe. Prior knowledge from the previous parts will not be necessary.
When will Heartland be released? The release of The Division Heartland is expected to take place in the period 2021 / 2022 for PC, consoles, and cloud services. Those who want to get in earlier can already register for potential tests.
To do this, simply log in on the official registration page (via Ubisoft) with your Ubisoft account and then select the appropriate platform. Options include PC, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Once that’s done, you’ll be entered into the pool of possible testers. Further information will then be provided by email in due course.
However, Heartland is not the only new addition in the Division universe.
The Division is expanding with film, book, and mobile spin-off
What else is coming? In the announcement, the developers talk about other projects that are set to expand the Division universe. A clear timeline shows how the universe is to be expanded:
In addition to updates for The Division 2, a book, a film, and a mobile game are planned.
This includes, for example, a Division film being developed in collaboration with Netflix. Here, they have managed to secure big names: Jessica Chastain (Golden Globe winner) and Jake Gyllenhaal (Spider-Man: Far From Home) are reportedly on board as actors.
Additionally, The Division is getting a mobile spin-off. The developers, however, want to provide more details at a later time.
A book that is set to pick up directly at the end of The Division 2’s story is also in the works.
The new expansion The Burning Crusade for WoW Classic will be officially released in June. In this article, we have gathered all important information regarding the pre-patch, the contents, and upcoming content updates.
When does Burning Crusade Classic come out?
The new expansion for WoW Classic will be released on June 1 in America and on June 2 in the morning for us. This was officially confirmed in our interview with the developers. Previously, there was already an accidental leak that announced the date. However, before the release, there will be new content through the so-called pre-patch.
When will the pre-patch for Burning Crusade Classic be released?
On May 19. This update will introduce the Blood Elves and the Draenei. Additionally, there will be the first pre-events surrounding the opening of the Dark Portal. You can find out more in our overview of the pre-patch for BC Classic.
What changes with Burning Crusade for characters in WoW Classic?
You must make the choice by May 18 whether you prefer to stay in WoW Classic with your current character or progress to the Burning Crusade expansion. However, with a special copy function, your character can do both. This, however, costs money.
Can I continue to play only Classic?
Yes, there will be separate servers where you can only play the Vanilla version up to level 60.
What do you need to play Burning Crusade?
Nothing, apart from an active subscription for WoW. With this subscription, you can play Classic, TBC Classic, and also Retail WoW simultaneously. However, there will be a special Deluxe Edition for Burning Crusade Classic with special cosmetics. You can find out more in this article: No worries, WoW Classic will not get a cash shop with BC.
This content offers Burning Crusade Classic
What’s included in the addon? Just like in 2007, players can step through the Dark Portal and enter the shattered world. You will first land on the Hellfire Peninsula and can then explore 4 more areas.
Burning Crusade also offers:
An increase in level cap from 60 to 70
Flying mounts
Raids featuring interesting characters like Illidan, Lady Vashj, and Kael’thas
The new profession Jewelcrafting
Arena battles in PvP
If you can’t wait for the new content, you can dive into the ongoing beta of Burning Crusade Classic now.
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Is Burning Crusade exactly like in 2007? No, as some adjustments are being made. Many contents are already at the state of Patch 2.4.3, a slightly later patch in the Burning Crusade era. Players can already learn riding at level 30.
In these phases, Burning Crusade Classic will evolve
Phase 1 brings the original 8 dungeons, the raids Karazhan, Gruul’s Lair, and Magtheridon’s Lair, as well as the first season in arena-PvP. This phase is expected to appear “a few weeks after the expansion’s release”.
Phase 2 will provide access to the Serpent Shrine Cavern and the Tempest Keep.
Phase 3 starts the second arena season along with the raids around Mount Hyjal and the Black Temple.
Phase 4 begins with arena season 3 and delivers the dungeon Zul’Aman.
Phase 5 brings the Isle of Quel’Danas, the Sunwell Plateau, and arena season 4 of PvP.
Deluxe Edition and Character Boost
What’s included in the Deluxe Edition? The new Deluxe Edition allows you to purchase some interesting advantages for WoW Classic, as well as for Retail WoW. It is expected to cost $69.99 and includes:
The mount Revived Phase Hunter – a creature that absorbs the otherworldly energies that transformed Draenor into the shattered world. Can only be used in Burning Crusade Classic and was adapted to the style of the original expansion.
The mount Viridian Phase Hunter – a visually adjusted variant for the modern World of Warcraft (including Shadowlands)
The hearthstone effect: Dark Portal for use in Burning Crusade Classic with a unique visual effect based on the portal between worlds
The toy Illidan’s Path for Burning Crusade Classic, which causes your character’s footprints to leave flickering hellfire for a short time.
The pass to the Dark Portal, which allows you to boost one of your characters to level 58 (the same restrictions apply as with the separately available Dark Portal pass. Upgrading to the Deluxe Edition does not grant a second pass.)
30 days of playtime for World of Warcraft with access to WoW Classic, Burning Crusade Classic and the modern game
What does the character boost offer? With the boost, you can bring a new character directly to level 58. Additionally, this character will receive:
The ability ‘Apprentice Riding’
A race-specific rare mount
Weapon skills up to level 58
Access to certain flight routes
A set of magical (green) gear for level 58
Four rune cloth bags (with 14 slots each)
Some gold to start your journey
The boost will cost $39.99.
Learn more about the upcoming launch of WoW Burning Crusade Classic and some adjustments that have been made in our interview that we will publish tomorrow, on May 7 at 10:00 AM.
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Players of WoW Classic fear that an in-game shop is coming. But it is not. However, there is a bundle that allows you to show something off.
The Burning Crusade expansion is coming soon to World of Warcraft Classic. However, there was already criticism and concern beforehand, as items were found in the data mining that hinted at an in-game shop. Initial graphics seemed to make it clear that this was indeed the case. But Blizzard gives the all-clear. There is no in-game shop in the traditional sense – only a kind of “Collector’s Edition” and the announced character boost.
What was the problem? Many players are concerned that their “classic experience” will be diluted further as Blizzard slowly transfers content from systems like the in-game shop to Classic. For many players, an in-game shop is closely linked to the idea of the decline of WoW. Especially these images from the data mining caused a stir:
These images caused a stir.
What the developers say: We at MeinMMO asked developers Holly Longdale (Lead Producer) and Brian Birmingham (Lead Software Engineer) about the topic and received some interesting responses:
These are two bundles that players have asked for. We wanted to provide a boost so that players can jump right in and then something extra to celebrate the big launch of Burning Crusade. (…)
This is really more of a Collector’s Edition, as we did for the original release of World of Warcraft, as an extra option. As a way to say: I am especially interested, I want something extra, and I want to show that in the game.
A detailed version of the interview will be released on Friday, May 7 at 10:00 AM.
What items can you buy there? Basically, there are two things that WoW players can soon purchase additionally in WoW Classic. The first is the character boost to level 58. This is intended to help players who want to start directly with Burning Crusade alongside their friends or simply do not have the time to level a character that far. However, only one boost can be purchased per account.
In addition, there is the “Deluxe Edition.” This is basically a kind of Collector’s Edition that comes with some bonuses. So far, the following have been confirmed:
Additional game time
A mount in the form of a phase runner
The Path of Illidan: You leave demonic fire in your wake.
“Dark Portal” Hearthstone: A Hearthstone that creates a Dark Portal around you before you disappear.
The items are likely familiar to some players, as they are items that were previously available through the trading card game. Since the trading card game no longer exists, some of these items are now being made available through a new bundle.
Note that you do not have to purchase a game to play Burning Crusade Classic. An active WoW subscription is sufficient to play Burning Crusade Classic.
More about WoW Classic and Blizzard can be found here:
Is an in-game shop coming? As of now, no. Even though the bundle contains several items, such as toys and a mount, it should rather be seen as a Collector’s Edition. A proper shop, as modern WoW has, with pets, mounts, and toys for direct purchase, is not planned at least for now.
Whether WoW Classic and Burning Crusade Classic will remain true to this line remains to be seen in the coming years, as more expansions are re-released.
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