Man Breaks into House of Twitch Streamer to ‘Save His Princess’

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Furthermore, she was afraid in the situation – just as the viewers in her situation would surely have been frightened.

One of the roommates, who has been accused of being a wussy for not shooting or attacking the burglar right away, says: “That’s called de-escalation. You should try that too.”

The streamer Tricia Wang lives in a “streaming house” – these are shared apartments where several artists live and work together. She belongs to the group “404Haven”. The group also includes 2 musicians and a singer.

Apparently, there are some people accusing the Twitch streamer of staging the robbery to gain attention. To them, she says: She does not need that. She is a top-notch chef. And besides: If she had faked it, she would have been much cooler than standing there, clutching a spoon and trying to hide under the counter.

In 2018, we reported on MeinMMO that a man broke into a couple who became known through YouTube. The man was in love with the woman and was apparently mentally confused. It went much worse back then than it did this time with Tricia Wang:

Armed, lovesick fan breaks into YouTube couple

Especially the men seen in the Twitter clip are accused of behaving unmannerly. They should have used violence in that situation.

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An internet hero says: What kind of wimps are those guys? I would have knocked him out!

The streamer can make nothing of it. She says she would always solve such situations non-violently if she had the choice. It is completely insane to stab a crazy person.

Furthermore, she was afraid in the situation – just as the viewers in her situation would surely have been frightened.

One of the roommates, who has been accused of being a wussy for not shooting or attacking the burglar right away, says: “That’s called de-escalation. You should try that too.”

The streamer Tricia Wang lives in a “streaming house” – these are shared apartments where several artists live and work together. She belongs to the group “404Haven”. The group also includes 2 musicians and a singer.

Apparently, there are some people accusing the Twitch streamer of staging the robbery to gain attention. To them, she says: She does not need that. She is a top-notch chef. And besides: If she had faked it, she would have been much cooler than standing there, clutching a spoon and trying to hide under the counter.

In 2018, we reported on MeinMMO that a man broke into a couple who became known through YouTube. The man was in love with the woman and was apparently mentally confused. It went much worse back then than it did this time with Tricia Wang:

Armed, lovesick fan breaks into YouTube couple

A man broke into Twitch streamer Tricia “Tricisabirdy” Wang’s home while she was live on air. The intruder appeared disturbed. As he was taken away by the police, he said that the Twitch streamer was his princess and he wanted to save her.

This was the situation live on Twitch: The streamer Tricia Wang (27) is a trained professional chef and has training in French and traditional Japanese cuisine. She worked in a two-star restaurant.

During a stream on Twitch, she was preparing seared scallops when she suddenly looked startled. Suddenly, loud voices were heard in the stream. The streamer appeared shocked and irritated. You can hear her say: “Leave the house.”

Then she took a defensive position, held a spoon in front of her, and crouched slightly behind the counter. Ultimately, she turned off the stream.

What scared her so much? The streamer later clarified the situation:

  • A man broke into the house through the garage and simply came upstairs into the living area
  • Luckily, the chef’s roommates were there: They positioned themselves between the man and the streamer
  • The situation was gradually calmed down while the man shouted strange things
  • Eventually, the intruder was taken away by the police. Now he said: She was his princess and he was there to save her
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Should I have stabbed a crazy person?

This is what the streamer says: The streamer says she was completely shocked by the situation. It was just crazy. Even after the incident, she was still shaking with fear.

In hindsight, there were some comments saying things like: “You should have taken a knife and gone after him.”

Especially the men seen in the Twitter clip are accused of behaving unmannerly. They should have used violence in that situation.

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An internet hero says: What kind of wimps are those guys? I would have knocked him out!

The streamer can make nothing of it. She says she would always solve such situations non-violently if she had the choice. It is completely insane to stab a crazy person.

Furthermore, she was afraid in the situation – just as the viewers in her situation would surely have been frightened.

One of the roommates, who has been accused of being a wussy for not shooting or attacking the burglar right away, says: “That’s called de-escalation. You should try that too.”

The streamer Tricia Wang lives in a “streaming house” – these are shared apartments where several artists live and work together. She belongs to the group “404Haven”. The group also includes 2 musicians and a singer.

Apparently, there are some people accusing the Twitch streamer of staging the robbery to gain attention. To them, she says: She does not need that. She is a top-notch chef. And besides: If she had faked it, she would have been much cooler than standing there, clutching a spoon and trying to hide under the counter.

In 2018, we reported on MeinMMO that a man broke into a couple who became known through YouTube. The man was in love with the woman and was apparently mentally confused. It went much worse back then than it did this time with Tricia Wang:

Armed, lovesick fan breaks into YouTube couple

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Game was supposed to be the 1st MMORPG release for PC in 2021 – now delays the launch

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

The MMORPG Bless Unleashed was supposed to be released for PC on Steam at the beginning of 2021. However, the release has been delayed, and a new beta has been announced for May.

What is going on? The MMORPG Bless Unleashed was released in March 2020 for Xbox One and a few months later for PS4. A PC version was also announced, which was supposed to launch “early 2021” on Steam.

Many expected a release within the first quarter, but that has now been ruled out. The developers have announced a new closed beta for May 2021. In this, there will be a final test before Bless Unleashed officially launches.

However, there is still no final release date.

The MMORPG market for PC has been severely dried up for several years. Very few new games are coming out. In Asia, mostly mobile MMORPGs are being developed. In Europe and North America, hardly any new AAA MMORPGs are being released; only indie studios are still developing games. Therefore, Bless Unleashed would have been the first proper PC MMORPG if it had launched on Steam in Q1 2021 as announced.

Developers want to improve player experience on PC

Why is the release delayed? In a brief post on Steam, the developers explained that they want to improve the player experience before the release.

Specifically, the following things are being adjusted:

  • Adjustments to the UI
  • Improvements to combat, including adjustments to skill usage and “comfort of abilities”
  • General adjustments to the systems

A detailed explanation of the planned changes is to be published in a blog post in March.

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You can get an impression of the PC version of Bless Unleashed in this video from YouTuber TheLazyPeon.

What problems does the game have? Even in the first beta in 2020, there was a lot of feedback, particularly regarding controls and the UI. Bless Unleashed felt more like a poor port from consoles than a fully-fledged PC MMORPG.

Adjustments were made earlier, including longer sprinting, an auto-run button, and adjustments to how items are used.

However, these adjustments did not go far enough for many players in another beta in January. That is why the developers have likely decided to push back the release.

More about upcoming MMORPGs on MeinMMO:

What is Bless Unleashed anyway? The free-to-play MMORPG emphasizes action-packed combat and challenging bosses. It is a theme park game with a linear story told through quests. You can choose from 5 different classes to dive into the adventure.

In the endgame, you’ll encounter many field bosses and dungeons, as well as PvP in the open world. We have already tested the game on PC and written a preview about it:

This is how the new MMORPG Bless Unleashed plays on PC

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Outriders: There are already legendary weapons in the demo – Here is how to farm them

Tarek Zehrer Tarek Zehrer Reading time 3 minutes

In the demo of Outriders, it is already possible to obtain the legendary weapons of the loot shooter. MeinMMO shows you how to farm them.

What are legendary weapons? In Outriders, legendary weapons are the highest rarity tier. They have a cool design and special mods that give them unique properties.

It was previously unclear whether these weapons are available at the beginning of the game. However, with the demo that was released on February 25th, we now know: legendary weapons can already be found at a low level at the very beginning of the game. We show you the known ways to farm these weapons.

‘The Iceberg’ is one of the legendary weapons that has already been found.

Legendary weapons drop from loot crates

How do you farm legendary weapons? Reports from previous players indicate that the best sources for legendary weapons are the loot crates that can be opened at the end of missions. The problem here is that the crates remain empty if you have already played the mission.

This is how you reset the crates: If you have already played all the missions, you only need to follow a few steps to refill the crates.

  • Leave the game and go to the menu, then select the option “Return to Lobby.”
  • There you can choose a point in the story that you have already played.
  • If you do this, all the crates that have been opened until then will be reset, and you can open them again. Your character progression remains intact.
  • In this way, after you have completed everything in the demo, you can replay anytime and collect loot.

You can also see how this works in the English video from YouTuber DPJ. However, keep in mind that the chance of these weapons dropping is low. The chance increases with the higher difficulty (World Tier), but in the demo, only 5 World Tiers are available. So you should aim to farm at World Tier 5.

It may take a long time for a weapon to drop due to the low drop rate. However, some players have already reported in the comments of the above video that they have found the special weapons.

One of these is the cool rifle ‘The Iceberg,’ which we have already introduced in our special on legendary weapons.

Which quest is the best? According to another video by ImPwnstar, there is a kind of loot cave in the quest Terra Infirma that you receive from the NPC Shira.

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You need to play this mission up to an elite enemy. Kill this enemy, collect the loot, and then let yourself be killed by the remaining enemies.

You should then respawn at a checkpoint right before the boss and can repeat this cycle. However, this might soon be patched by the developers.

Progress from the demo can be carried over

Why it’s worth it: The really cool thing here is that you can carry over all the loot and progress you earn in the demo to the full game. Your efforts are not in vain.

However, since you can only play up to level 7 in the demo, the legendary weapons won’t be useful for too long. Throughout the story, you will reach the maximum level of 30. In the endgame, you can even find equipment up to level 50.

Nevertheless, you can remove the legendary mod from the weapons for crafting and save it for later.

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When does Outriders release? The official release is on April 1, 2021. Outriders will then be available for PC, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PS4, and PS5 and Google Stadia.

The free demo has been available since February 25 and is currently running indefinitely. You can extensively test the content of the demo until the release. You can find all the information about the Outriders demo on MeinMMO.

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CoD Warzone: Find and Use the Yellow Access Card – Here’s How

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In Season 2 of CoD Warzone, there are now yellow access cards on the map. We will show you the locations and what you can do with the cards. They open loot crates.

What are these cards? Since the launch of Season 2 in Warzone, you can now also find the yellow access cards. These are part of the new Outbreak, sending zombies to Verdansk. However, the cards are extremely rare. If you loot them early in the game, you can gain a significant advantage with some luck.

We will show you here in the overview where you can find the yellow cards and which crate you can open with them.

  • There is only one yellow card per game.
  • You need to take down a lot of zombies for that.
  • Afterward, you can open a loot box with the card.
Update March 12: After a playlist update, you can find the zombie event with the yellow access card at the location “Prison” east of the “Shipwreck”. The machine for activation can be found downstairs in the prison blocks.

Find the yellow card in Warzone – Location

Here you need to search: To find the card, you need to go to the place Shipwreck on the map. It is new to the game since Season 2 and is located in the southeast of the map. What you need to know about Shipwreck and other changes in Season 2 of Warzone.

CoD Warzone Map Shipwreck
Here you can find the Shipwreck – on the new map it is even marked.

Enter the Shipwreck and activate the terminal in the small room on the right side (seen from the main entrance). It will change from green to red and start a zombie event.

During the event, you should take down 40 zombies. The last of these 40 zombies will have the yellow access card for you and drop it.

This is important: There is only one yellow access card per match. So if someone before you has already played the event with the 40 zombies and obtained the card, you cannot do it again.

If someone else started the event and you kill and loot the 40th zombie, then the card belongs to you. Apparently, you can also take down the owner of the keycard and snatch it from them if you are quick enough.

How to use the yellow access card

Here you redeem it: Once you have picked up the card, you will see a yellow marker in your interface. It is located on the minimap.

The target can also be found in Shipwreck and is only a short distance from the terminal. There you will find a loot box. You can only open this if you are in possession of the yellow access card.

In the box, there is all sorts of randomly generated loot. Early players report the following contents of the loot box:

  • Weapons
  • Cash
  • Gas Masks
  • Armor

This is how it works: In the following video by DrWick, you can see how obtaining and using the yellow access card can look like.

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There are more cards and bunkers in Warzone

Here is more: In Call of Duty Warzone, you can find bunkers at various locations that you can open with access cards. You unlock the “old” bunkers with the red access cards. You can find these access cards with some luck in the loot boxes.

In recent months, players have reliably compiled the bunkers and their access points as well as secret puzzles. We have gathered the information for you and show a overview of all bunkers on the map of CoD Warzone and how to open them. on MeinMMO.

Additionally, since Season 2, you can find silos with strong loot that work similarly to the bunkers. Use this information for your next matches and secure an advantage over players who have no idea about the bunkers.

What changed in Season 2

Have you already gotten such a yellow access card and had experiences at the Shipwreck? Players report that many simply camp at the box and wait for unsuspecting players with the yellow card to come in. So be careful and watch closely if you are really alone.

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Loot the 3 new silos in CoD Warzone and get strong loot

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 2 minutes

Novi Grazna Hills, south of Promenade West

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Southwest of the Military Base

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What’s inside the silos? The silos are filled with weapons and equipment that you can grab. Whether there are special items there is still unknown; at least none have been found so far.

More on Season 2 of CoD Warzone:

The new silos are just one of the changes in Season 2 of Warzone. With this, zombies also came into the Battle Royale, new weapons, a new Battle Pass, and more. So you have plenty of content to check out in the coming days and weeks. You can find more about this in our special with all the content and info about Season 2 of CoD Warzone and Cold War.

The new Season 2 of Call of Duty: Warzone and Cold War comes with several features, including missile silos. In these, you can stock up on plenty of loot. MeinMMO explains where to find them.

What are silos? Similar to the bunkers of Warzone, the silos are rooms underground. The silos store missiles that apparently belong to a new story of the Battle Royale or continue it.

You can find the silos in Verdansk, the first map of the Battle Royale. A total of three are distributed along the edges of the map.

Unlike the bunkers, the silos are simply open. They are holes in the ground that you can jump into. Just remember to open your parachute, or the fall into the silo could potentially kill you.

Silos in Warzone – Locations and Loot

Here you can find the silos: Two of the silos can be found in the south, near the shores of Verdansk. One silo is directly south of the map marker for the park, the second silo is exactly south of Promenade West and southwest of Hills.

The third silo, however, is located far to the north, southwest of Military Base and east of the dam. We have included the map with the exact locations for you:

CoD Warzone Map Silos Fundorte
The locations of all silos in Season 2.

However, keep in mind that the silos will likely become a popular starting point quickly to gather loot. So expect tough battles against other players.

The silos themselves are quite large, which is why you can easily get lost in there. If you can loot one of them, take the time to memorize the layout. It is similar in all silos. Here you can see short clips of the bunkers live in the game:

Tavorsk Park, near Bunker 10

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Novi Grazna Hills, south of Promenade West

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What’s inside the silos? The silos are filled with weapons and equipment that you can grab. Whether there are special items there is still unknown; at least none have been found so far.

More on Season 2 of CoD Warzone:

The new silos are just one of the changes in Season 2 of Warzone. With this, zombies also came into the Battle Royale, new weapons, a new Battle Pass, and more. So you have plenty of content to check out in the coming days and weeks. You can find more about this in our special with all the content and info about Season 2 of CoD Warzone and Cold War.

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Don’t buy the RTX 3060 hastily – The RTX 3060 Ti is still better

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 5 minutes

You currently have the choice between the RTX 3060 and the RTX 3060 Ti for Full HD graphics cards. However, you should pay attention when choosing, as there are clear differences between the graphics cards.

By now, you can purchase the RTX 3060. The first independent tests of the RTX 3060 describe it as a successful mid-range graphics card for gamers who want to play in Full HD with high frame rates.

Interested parties now have the choice between the RTX 3060 and the RTX 3060 Ti. But at this point, you should be cautious.

What is the problem? While the RTX 3060 is equipped with 12 GB of video memory, the RTX 3060 Ti only has 8 GB.

One might first think, “12 GB is more than 8 GB, why should I forgo 4 GB and pay more for it?”

But that is a misconception that we want to explain to you in our article. The Ti variant is still the faster and better graphics card.

RTX 3060 Ti – when are 8 GB better than 12 GB?

What is the difference in memory? The most important difference is the memory interface. This is responsible for quickly transferring data to the rest of the computer. The faster the memory controller, the more data can be transferred and subsequently processed. Via the PCI-Express interface, data goes from the computer to the graphics memory and is then processed by the GPU.

What does this mean? While the RTX 3060 uses a 192-bit interface, Nvidia has implemented a 256-bit interface in the Ti version. This also shows in the bandwidth:

  • The RTX 3060 achieves 360 GB/s with its 192-bit interface.
  • The RTX 3060 Ti achieves a significantly higher performance of 448 GB/s thanks to its 256-bit interface.

Therefore, the 8 GB of the Ti version are faster connected to your system than the 12 GB of memory of the RTX 3060. The reason the RTX 3060 has more memory is solely due to the technology used.

Why does the RTX 3060 have 12 GB? Nvidia only had the choice between 6 and 12 GB of video memory for technical reasons with a 192-bit interface. 6 GB is currently hardly recommended.

What is the disadvantage of the RTX 3060? 12 GB of video memory may initially sound like a lot, but it is not fully utilized.

The GameStar shows in their test of the RTX 3060 that the graphics card does not need 12 GB of video memory and does not fully utilize it.

The RTX 3060 does not fully utilize its 12 GB of video memory. Source: GameStar.de

In the GameStar benchmark, memory usage is consistently well below the limit, and Nils Raettig from GameStar suspects that performance may become a problem for the graphics card in the long term rather than video memory.

RTX 3060 vs RTX 3060 Ti – further differences

However, the differences go beyond the size and speed of the memory. Technically, the RTX 3060 is initially weaker than the Ti model.

  • The RTX 3060 offers significantly fewer shader units (3584 vs 4864)
  • The memory bandwidth of the RTX 3060 is lower (360 GB/s vs 448 GB/s).
  • The theoretical computing power (calculated in teraflops) is 12.7 TFlops and thus lower than that of the Ti version (16.1 TFlops).

On the other hand, the power consumption of the RTX 3060 is, of course, lower than that of the Ti version. In practice, however, this should not make a big difference.

What does that mean? In summary, the RTX 3060 offers you less performance than the RTX 3060 Ti, even though the 12 GB of video memory initially sound tempting.

If you want to see the performance differences in comparison, you can watch this (English) YouTube video (110,000 views) where the RTX 3060 and RTX 3060 Ti are compared:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQyE_nlGsyM

RTX 3060 vs RTX 3060 Ti: What about Raytracing?

More video memory is generally better for raytracing, as the memory is utilized more heavily here.

However, the problem lies in the basic performance of the RTX 3060. Igors Lab points out that the gap between RTX 3060 and the Ti version with raytracing enabled is significant. The tester writes, “The gap to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly. It renders 27 percentage points faster in Full HD, with DXR and in WQHD then still about 28 to 32 percentage points faster.”

According to ComputerBase, the GPU does not reach 60 FPS in Full HD, so you should rather opt for the RTX 3060 Ti. However, the 8 GB may become a bottleneck in the long term.

For those primarily interested in raytracing, the RTX 3070 may therefore be the better long-term alternative compared to the RTX 3060 Ti, as it not only has more memory but also more performance reserves. With raytracing enabled, it can provide (depending on resolution) an additional 8 to 15 FPS.

RTX 3060 vs RTX 3060 Ti in technical comparison:

ModelGeForce RTX 3060GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
GPUAmpereAmpere
FP32 Shader Cores35844864
Base Clock / Boost1320 / 1780 MHz1410 / 1665 MHz
Theoretical Computing Power12.7 TFlops16.1 TFlops
Memory Type12 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6
Interface192 Bit256 Bit
Power Consumption (TBP)170 Watts200 Watts
Price (MSRP)329 Euros399 Euros
RTX 3060 vs. RTX 3060 Ti in direct comparison

If you are interested in the direct comparison to the RTX 3080, then check out this article: Here we present the RTX 3060 in comparison to the new high-end of Nvidia:

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RTX 3060 Availability – hardly anyone will get a graphics card

When can you buy the RTX 3060? Since February 25, 2021, Nvidia’s new graphics card has been available, but very few users have likely actually managed to get one.

Our colleagues from GameStar already report that the RTX 3060 can currently be purchased for around 700 – 800 Euros on eBay and other online marketplaces.

AMD alternative to the RTX 3060: Currently, the RX 6700 (XT) is being discussed as an alternative from AMD. For the successor to the RX 5700, there have already been leaks, but it is still unclear when this graphics card will even be released. Some suspect that there will be an initial announcement in early March 2021. Whether availability will be better with AMD is still another question.

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LoL player narrowly misses a cool 1v5 pentakill and all spectators sympathize with him

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

In the subreddit for League of Legends, the user crookedjoker posted a video in which he almost achieved a pentakill. However, in the end, it was the opponents who thwarted his plans.

What happened? The player was on the opposing jungle with the new champion Viego. There, he encountered enemy players one by one, whom he was able to eliminate solo.

  • First, he faced Vi and Aatrox, who came into the fight with slightly fewer health points and without the spell “Flash” after an earlier duel.
  • Next, the opposing AD carry Lucian came into sight. He was not actually alone, but died so quickly that his supporter Taric couldn’t help him.
  • Taric himself then died to Lucian’s abilities, which crookedjoker had absorbed with Viego.
  • Then came the final 1v1 between Viego and Katarina.

Yet this kill was not meant for the player. Because the opposing team, which was already at a significant disadvantage before the fight with Viego, surrendered.

With the successful surrender vote, the game ended, and crookedjoker was denied his pentakill.

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“You must really be going crazy, Bro”

How do the reactions look? The video received over 620 upvotes and was temporarily in the top 5 of the subreddit. In the comments, viewers express their sympathy for the player:

  • Sk8thunder writes: “I expected a strange Viego bug where the final kill goes to one of the enemies, but this is just much worse.”
  • LogicalOcelot expects that the player will go crazy: “You must really be going crazy, Bro.”
  • The user obese-to claims to fully understand the pain: “The same thing happened to me last week on Urgot during my promos. The pain of seeing the surrender vote go through in chat and knowing it’s too late to do anything.”

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How does the player himself react? For crookedjoker, it would have been his first pentakill with Viego. But it didn’t take long. Just one day later, he posted another video where he achieved the pentakill.

This time, however, he received a lot of help from his teammates.

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Why is a pentakill so special? A pentakill is the best achievement one can reach in LoL. It means that all 5 enemies were eliminated in a very short period of time. The call that is heard in the game is the goal of many players.

It’s frustrating when one is denied this special moment. This usually happens because another teammate gets one of the kills. Here, the pentakill was prevented by a surrender, which is rather rare.

A case that is even rarer is the double pentakill. Such a clip also went viral on reddit:

This teamfight in LoL is probably one of the rarest events in the game

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FIFA 21: Banned pro accuses EA of fostering a toxic community

Julian Schröder Julian Schröder Reading time 2 minutes

The FIFA pro Kurt0411 banned by EA is back with a video and takes shots at the developer of FIFA 21.

Kurt Fenech was once one of the most well-known FIFA players until he was banned by EA for inappropriate behavior from all future tournaments and even from the entire online services of EA. He then attempted a comeback with a new account, but EA banned that one immediately as well.

Now the former pro has returned after 12 months of FIFA suspension.

This is what Kurt says in his video: In his YouTube video, Kurt reveals that his FIFA ban is still active and that he hasn’t been able to play for a minute in the past year. He mentioned a phone call with EA regarding the ban, but stated that nothing has changed in the current situation. EA is not yet ready to pardon Kurt.

He then goes on to say that EA accuses him of promoting the toxicity of the FIFA community and that this violates EA’s guidelines. But Kurt does not want to accept this, he says:

“They told me I created a toxic community. But at the end of the day, many people had a smile on their face when I played FIFA.

But what has changed in the last year without me? The community is more toxic than it has ever been. I know who is responsible for that. Not me… It’s them.”

With this, he takes a strong stance against EA and cites 15-year-old Anders Vejrgang as an example, who struggled with constant bullying from the FIFA community.

However, Kurt also has a suggestion to eliminate the toxic atmosphere in the FIFA community. He advises EA Sports: “Just develop a better game.”

You can watch the complete video by Kurt0411 here:

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When and if Kurt will ever be allowed to play and stream FIFA again is still uncertain. What do you think of the ban? Do you think Kurt should be pardoned?

And if you are still looking for strong players for your Ultimate Team, then check this out.

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New shooter Outriders and the death of Anthem in the new MeinMMO podcast

Irina Moritz Irina Moritz Reading time < 1 minutes

The past week has been turbulent and filled with good and bad news. We discuss them in our MeinMMO-Podcast.

These are our topics: Last week, several news items hit like a bomb. On the shooter front, there was action with CoD, Anthem, and Outriders, and in MMORPGs, Chronicles of Elyria sparked conversations.

In the new episode of the MeinMMO-Podcast, you can quickly and easily catch up on the latest in online gaming and community. Tune in, here are our topics for this week:

You can also expect our expert perspectives and analyses alongside the normal recap in the podcast. Feel free to share your opinions on the topics in the comments and discuss with us.

Who is speaking? This week, we have:

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In our podcast, we also address special topics from gaming, whether new games, industry, or the community. This week, we discussed the BlizzCon 2021 in an expert talk.

Feedback? Suggestions?

This is how you can participate:  We are of course happy to receive constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement regarding our new news show! Share your thoughts in the comments under the article or in our Discord and tell us how you find the new format. You can also reach us via email at [email protected].

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PS Plus Leak: March 2021 likely brings free MMO gem to PS4, PS5

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 2 minutes

According to a leak, the games that will be available for free in March 2021 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 are known, provided you are a PS Plus subscriber. If the leak is correct, the co-op shooter Remnant: From the Ashes will be available for free to players, which has been considered an MMO insider tip in the last 2 years.

What kind of leak is this? The Dutch Facebook page of PlayStation apparently announced the games too early. Since then, the leak has spread across the internet.

Although the Facebook page has since deleted the image with the new games, capturing such a leak again is always like trying to put the toothpaste back in the tube.

The free PS Plus Games in March 2021 for PS4 and PS5

These are the free games:

  • Final Fantasy VII Remake – was released in April 2020, holding a score of 87% on Metacritic. It’s a real blockbuster.
  • Maquette – is a puzzle game for PS4, PS5, and PC. The free PS Plus version is only available on PlayStation 5.
  • Remnant: From the Ashes – the co-op shooter was released in August 2019 and received a score of 77% on Metacritic. Many MMO fans consider it a true insider tip that satisfies the “hunger for loot” known to many MMO players.
  • Farpoint VR – a VR-exclusive that was released in May 2017. It has 71% on Metacritic and is a first-person shooter.

It should be noted that the free PS Plus version of Final Fantasy VII cannot be upgraded to the PS5 version for free.

The games should be available for download starting March 2, 2021, and will remain active until April 5.

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This is the MMO blockbuster: The co-op shooter Remnant from the Ashes was a surprise hit for many players in 2019. In 2020, it was complemented by an expansion that also received positive feedback.

The following aspects are particularly praised about Remnant: From the Ashes:

  • a sophisticated co-op mode
  • a high replay value
  • a fantastic combat system
  • enough uniqueness to stand out from the crowd of “Soulslike” games

MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus was so enthusiastic about the last DLC of the game, that he almost overslept work because of Remnant.

For most “regular” players on PS4, Final Fantasy VII Remake is certainly the highlight of the offer.

Remnant-Bogen
Remnant struck a chord with many MMO fans – in a good way.

Is the leak accurate? If the leak turns out to be true, we will inform you here on MeinMMO. However, it should be almost certain if it comes from an official site that just published it too early.

Update 2:00 PM: The leak is confirmed. A detailed article with the current games for Plus March 2021 can be found here on MeinMMO.

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Everyone complains about Outriders, but I had my fun with it

Benedict Grothaus Benedict Grothaus Reading time 7 minutes

The demos of the new shooter Outriders are playable and the first players have expressed their criticism, with mixed to negative opinions. MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus can understand the criticism but still has a lot of fun with the game.

What is Outriders? The new co-op shooter from Square Enix and People Can Fly is part of the cover shooters in the style of Gears of War. You play as one of the titular Outriders, who are to explore new habitable planets after the (self-inflicted) destruction of Earth.

However, something went wrong and you find yourself waking up from cryosleep a few decades in the future. The new planet Enoch is once again caught in the eternal war of humans who slaughter each other.

Only there is something different about you: You are now “changed” and possess magical powers that give you control over earth, lightning, and fire, and make you immortal. Quite useful in a futuristic post-apocalypse full of blood and death.

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The trailer for the demo launch.

What can you test in the demo? In the demo of Outriders, you can play the first almost three hours of the game and already discover a lot of content. All four classes in Outriders, their skills and equipment are available up to the corresponding level cap of level 7 for the character and level 5 for the world.

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Basic mechanics and the story of Outriders are already outlined or explained. It is really a demonstration, not just a beta. It could have gone better for a demo – but it is still fun.

Technical problems, or: How a demo should not look

What is being criticized? First of all, the launch went completely wrong. The demo was supposed to start on February 25 at 6:00 PM, but was only playable later. Especially players on PlayStation could not find a demo to download for hours in the German store.

In the game itself, there were mixed opinions about Outriders. Especially here on MeinMMO, the technical aspects were criticized; on Reddit, it looks a bit more balanced, but still not entirely positive. We have already reported on the first reactions to Outriders , here are the biggest criticisms summarized:

  • Cutscenes are locked at 30 FPS and the camera shakes constantly, which can lead to motion sickness
  • Capes clip through characters or swirl wildly – the physics are probably not quite right yet
  • Lip synchronization and dubbing in general often do not match
  • Motion blur particularly disturbs players on PC and cannot be turned off in the usual way

Is it really that bad? Yes, indeed. Even in my test, these are the points that stood out negatively to me, although I am fortunately not prone to motion sickness. Clipping capes and general graphics glitches usually bother me little, which is why I overlook them.

Outriders Cutscene Shira alt
Cutscenes are really often shaky or out of sync – and there are very many of them.

But the cutscenes and poor dubbing detract from the immersion of the game, which is otherwise maintained really well. These breaks unfortunately detract from the fun of the game, which I think is generally high in Outriders.

Are improvements planned? Yes, for the full release, cutscenes are supposed to run at least at 60 FPS, and motion blur will probably get its own option in the menu. This will eliminate some of the major criticisms.

Motion blur can already be disabled with a trick. What else will change in terms of technology and visuals by the release on April 1 remains to be detailed by the developers.

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Benedict is a passionate gamer for all genres. Over the years, he has accumulated hundreds of hours in shooters, including tactical shooters like Rainbow Six and Call of Duty. Overwatch and Destiny 2 also appear in his portfolio. With Remnant: From the Ashes, a similar title to Outriders recently kept him engaged for dozens of hours, sometimes deep into the night.

Cool skills, strong weapons, and tough enemies

That’s why I’m having fun with Outriders: It all sounds a bit apocalyptic, but it really isn’t. Despite the flaws, I’ve had immense fun with Outriders, and that’s mainly due to the gameplay.

The different weapons challenge and encourage different playstyles. Mods for weapons and armor enhance skills and encourage trying out different builds. The classes have their own tasks and approaches, so each character plays differently and has a different experience with the enemies.

For instance, I died several times with my devastator because I played him incorrectly. As a tank and melee fighter, I shouldn’t just stand behind cover and shoot enemies with a sniper rifle, even though I love sniping.

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Once I adjusted, grabbed a shotgun and an LMG, and simply overran the enemies, Outriders became not only more action-packed but also more exciting and fun. Enemies become more dangerous this way, as they can hit me easier – but they also die faster if I apply enough pressure.

After all, I have abilities that interrupt enemies, heal me in melee, and protect me from damage – so I should damn well just run in and shoot them in the face! That’s how my class is built… I think.

Outriders Gameplay Battle
If done right, not much remains of the enemies.

What are the good sides? Outriders manages to provide excitement with a high level of difficulty that keeps increasing, along with unique skills for the classes. Enemies can’t simply be swept away – unless you do it right and take risks.

Elite enemies and bosses even adapt to your behavior. If I interrupt them too often, they become immune to it. This requires different approaches that can vary from class to class.

Depending on which skills and weapons are available, a fight can play out quite differently. In a group, this is certainly different again, although I haven’t been able to test that so far.

The interplay of different styles, a lot of action, and challenge raises the adrenaline. It’s the overall package that makes Outriders fun and the necessity to commit to it. And then there are the visuals and the damn dark world…

Outriders Pile of corpses so many bodies
Humanity is already at its end… where do all these damn bodies come from?!

Blood, war, and corpses – gaming fun for adults

When I first saw images of Outriders, I thought: it looks like Destiny 2, but good. Alien planets, space mages, and tons of loot at least suggest that. So I assumed that the story and the world would be rather “tame”.

Far from it. Outriders is dirty, brutal, and strikes again when you think you’re getting used to it. The first scenes after the prologue are an example: After being awakened from cryosleep, my “saviors” first leave me behind.

A nice break from the otherwise classic scene of rescue. Afterwards, I am captured and taken away – which is normal. Along the way, my guard stabs my fellow prisoner in the head with his knife and kicks him off the truck while his blood spills on the loading area. Okay… unexpected, but still within the realm of reason.

Outriders Guy gets grilled alive
A somewhat peculiar “greeting from the kitchen”…

Afterward, I am driven through a long tunnel where people hang from ropes from the ceiling, crucified or otherwise killed. After the tunnel comes a camp with prisoners who are beaten, executed on their knees or tortured. And as a crowning finale of this rebel camp, someone is hanging tied by their hands above me by a rope, being roasted alive with a flamethrower.

That was just the first of my WTF moments, of which I will not spoil any further. But the end of this first journey presents a scene where I am thrown into an anomaly storm and impaled by a metal rod. That should have been a hint for how dark Outriders would become…

Outriders Sex Dungeon
In a proper dystopia, a sex dungeon must not be missing. Don’t worry, the owner won’t harm anyone anymore.

Conclusion: A rough diamond

All in all, I am very satisfied with the approximately 3-4 hours that I was able to play the demo up to the current ending. I had my fun, and I look forward to testing the other classes with friends on upcoming evenings.

I only see urgent need for improvement regarding the technical shortcomings. If the status remains as is, the gameplay has to compensate a lot. And so far, detailed experiences with the crafting system and the endgame are missing to determine whether that’s feasible.

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For a “demonstration,” which this version of Outriders is supposed to be, it’s clearly suboptimal. If you present potential players with something that doesn’t work, under the premise that it is a preview (and not a test), you have to expect criticism.

That’s why I hope these errors are fixed by the release. There’s still a bit of time, and at least the gameplay systems currently seem complete and refined. So hopefully only a few details are missing for a smooth gaming experience. The final touch, if you will.

What is your first opinion on Outriders? Did you play the demo? Did you have fun, or did the technical issues prevent you from progressing?

If the demo is still pending for you, feel free to join our survey on MeinMMO and tell us which of the four classes in Outriders you will play first.

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New players start in ESO soon finally at the same point – And this is important

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 4 minutes

With the Blackwood add-on, the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online will receive a new tutorial this year with a starting zone for all newcomers. This is urgently needed, says MeinMMO author Andreas Bertits.

What is the problem? Since the release of the new expansions in ESO, players always start in the latest add-on, provided they have purchased it. Although they can choose freely how to proceed, this can become complicated at the beginning. It can even be a challenge to find the start of the original main quest.

This also leads to newcomers not knowing exactly what order they should experience the story. Since everyone can play what they want, chaos ensues.

  • Where do I need to go to experience the story correctly?
  • Why do I start in Morrowind when I should actually be fighting the Daedric Prince Molag Bal first?
  • Is it bad if I go to Skyrim first and then to Elsweyr?

With the new Blackwood add-on, the start is supposed to become more uniform again. And this is important.

This is how it was at the start of the MMORPG

At the release of the MMORPG ESO in 2014, every player started the same way, as a prisoner in Coldharbour. After breaking out and escaping this dimension to Tamriel, players found themselves in a sort of second starting zone. Depending on the alliance chosen at character creation, it was:

  • Khenarthis Rest for the Aldmeri Dominion
  • Stros M’Kai for the Daggerfall Covenant
  • Glenumbra for the Ebonheart Pact

These areas, separated from the rest of the game world, served basically as a tutorial. Players experienced their first adventures there, were slowly introduced to the larger story and the lore of The Elder Scrolls, and familiarized themselves with skills and general gameplay. After completing this introduction, they proceeded to the open game world.

There it was possible to continue the main quests, which led heroes through the story, or everyone could go their own way within their chosen alliance.

In the Let’s Play of ESO by YouTuber Bombadin, you can see the original entry into the MMORPG:

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There is no clear beginning in ESO anymore

The add-ons changed the start of the game: With the major update One Tamriel in 2016, the situation changed. The alliance restrictions were lifted. Every player could do whatever they wanted from the start. The quests scaled to the character level, and it didn’t matter where one started.

This made the starter zones less meaningful. The freedom for players to choose their own path from the beginning took precedence. The three tutorial areas still exist today, but it is no longer necessary to visit them.

Things became complicated with the introduction of the add-ons. No matter if you play Morrowind, Summerset, Elsweyr, or even Greymoor, you can jump directly into the new areas and their respective stories – even with a newly created hero.

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With the Greymoor expansion, you enter the game similar to the intro of The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim.

Finally, a new tutorial is coming

The unified start is coming: Since the question of the correct order in which the story should be played occurs so frequently, the developers of ESO have now come up with a new solution.

With the new Blackwood add-on, which will be released on June 1 for PC and June 8 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, a unified starting zone and a new tutorial will be introduced. These will lead you to a point where it makes sense to choose one of the major storylines (main quest or expansion tasks).

What this zone will look like is still unclear, but the mere fact that it is coming is extremely important. If players no longer know where to begin their adventures in an MMORPG and cannot recognize a guiding thread through the story, then something needs to be done.

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With the Blackwood add-on, the entry into ESO changes.

Why this is so important: Especially the entry into an online role-playing game is extremely crucial. The first hours of gameplay often decide whether a player stays long-term or becomes frustrated and quits. If at the beginning someone has no idea how to play, they might look for another game that introduces them better.

MMORPGs like The Elder Scrolls Online thrive on having as many players as possible. The idea is to always find someone to share adventures with and explore the world together. The interaction in a group constitutes a large part of the fun of a multiplayer title.

If many players drop out during the confusing tutorial, an online game can face problems sooner or later.

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A new tutorial with a starting zone where every beginner starts and knows exactly what to do will likely please newcomers to ESO. Finally, there will be a point where the story begins, and from this point, players will be gradually introduced to the mechanics and the story.

One no longer feels overwhelmed by the many options presented at the beginning, not knowing which one to choose.

After this gentle introduction, new players will know how the basics of the MMORPG work; they will learn more about the world’s lore and understand how quests and the story are structured in the game. This impression will help them decide whether to stay longer or quit. Players will give ESO a fair chance.

And the freedom to do what they want, to go wherever they want to travel, will continue to exist – just after the new tutorial.

Despite the lack of a unified start in the MMORPG, ESO reveals: “The community has never been stronger”.

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WoW: You can get the Nether Dragon mount very quickly right now

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 2 minutes

This week you can earn new mounts relatively quickly in WoW . If you don’t have the Nether Drakes yet, you should definitely start now.

Currently, you can find a second weekly event in World of Warcraft due to the announcement of Burning Crusade Classic. The Timewalking for “The Burning Crusade” is active, allowing you not only to visit old dungeons but also to quickly gain reputation with some factions – including the Netherwing.

What are the Netherwing? The Netherwing are a special dragonflight that lives in the shattered world. They primarily appear in Shadowmoon Valley, where they are used by the Orcs as mounts and weapons. As a player, you aim to free the Netherwing while simultaneously undermining the Orcs to take out their leaders.

At the end, you are rewarded with your own Nether Dragon as a flying mount. If you want, you can buy additional colors for 100 gold each.

What kind of trick is this? Through the Timewalking “The Burning Crusade”, there is currently a hefty reputation bonus of 50% on all quests and reputation gains with the factions of this expansion. This is particularly lucrative for the Netherwing. You start at “Hated”, which means you are hostile. However, after completing a questline, your reputation will jump to “Neutral”.

The 50% bonus ensures that after the quest you earn a whopping 63,000 reputation points (as a Human even a bit more), thus jumping from Hated directly to Revered! You will then just have to collect the missing reputation points from Revered to Exalted. Although that will still take a few days, it saves a lot of time.

You can currently earn Nether Drakes quickly.

Where does the questline start? The questline starts with the NPC Mordenai in the southeast of Shadowmoon Valley (shattered world). The first quest is called “Kindness” and asks you to feed some Netherwing. Just follow this questline until you reach the mission “Ally of the Netherwing”. This grants the hefty reputation bonus you are after upon completion.

By the way, it is worth farming a bit more reputation after completing the quest. The bonus also applies to daily missions or turning in Nether Eggs.

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What if you’ve already started? If you’ve already completed the intro quest with your main character and have since left the Netherwing on hold, you might want to play a second character. Since this twink starts at Revered right after completing the quest, he can significantly faster complete the last part of the reputation grind and unlock the mounts in just a few days.

Have you already got the Nether Drakes? Or are you taking the opportunity to finally catch up with this faction?

Many WoW players are currently angry with Blizzard – a small sentence bears the blame for that.

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CoD Warzone: Everything points to a huge explosion and a new map in April

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

In Call of Duty: Warzone, Season 2 has been released. With it, the zombies have come to Verdansk. Much indicates that there could be a nuclear explosion at the end of the season, leading to a new map.

What is happening in Warzone? Season 2 started on February 25. With it came new weapons and an outbreak event with zombies in the game. And these zombies could explain a new map in Warzone.

There are several theories and hints on how a new map might occur:

  • The zombies are supposed to gradually overrun the entire map
  • There is supposed to be a nuclear explosion
  • Both could be directly related

There have been hints of a new map repeatedly. Initially, everything pointed to the release alongside Cold War. However, that did not happen.

In a currently popular theory, it is said that the new map will be composed of the areas Ruka, Slope, and other contents from Black Ops. It is supposed to come in spring 2021.

Zombies take over the map – Are they responsible for the explosion?

What exactly is happening right now? If you look at the map of Verdansk, you can see a claw symbol in the wrecked ships area. This means that this area has been overrun by zombies.

YouTuber Geeky Pastimes suggests that more areas will gradually be taken over by the zombies until eventually the entire map belongs to them.

Once 100% is reached, there could be a special event.

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What does this have to do with an explosion? In Verdansk, access to nuclear silos has been opened since the new season. It is now speculated that either the zombies will trigger an explosion or the players will do it to deal with the zombies’ overwhelming power.

The event could remind one of the conclusion of Chapter 1 of Fortnite. At that time, Fortnite became temporarily unplayable, and only a black hole was visible.

Following the event, a new map is supposed to continue, which is related to Black Ops Cold War. We have compiled further rumors and facts about the map here.

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When could the new map be released? The current Season 2 runs until April 22, as indicated by the Battle Pass. Therefore, it is speculated that with the start of Season 3, the new map will be released.

On March 10, 2021, Warzone will celebrate its first birthday. It is quite possible that something will happen on that day which will provide clues to the new map.

Currently, players in Warzone can complete new tasks related to the zombies. We have summarized everything important for you here:

Complete these zombie tasks in CoD Cold War and Warzone for 18 rewards

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New Monster Hunter is coming for PC after all – Also because World is such a Steam hit

Larissa Then Larissa Then Reading time 3 minutes

The new Monster Hunter was initially set to be released only for the Nintendo Switch, but now a version for PC has also been announced. This is likely related to the success of World on Steam.

What is the new Monster Hunter game? On September 17, 2020, Capcom announced the game Monster Hunter Rise for the Nintendo Switch. It aims to build on the great success of its predecessor Monster Hunter World and brings many of its features.

You will hunt monsters as usual, crafting armor and weapons to hunt even larger monsters. This path leads you through large, rather linear areas, where you can find resources such as plants or insects alongside the monsters.

The only downside so far was that the game is scheduled to be released only for the Switch on March 26. However, it has now also been announced for PC.

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This is what Monster Hunter Rise looks like on the Switch

PC fans can breathe a sigh of relief

What do the developers say about the PC version? After holding on to the idea of bringing Monster Hunter Rise only to the Switch for a long time, the developers at Capcom have commented on a PC version. Specifically, producer Ryozo Tsujimoto in an interview with GamesRadar (via GamesRadar).

According to him, a PC version will be released about a year after the release of the Switch title. PC players will have to wait until Spring 2022. How Rise will be implemented, and whether there will be any visual adjustments compared to the Switch version remains to be seen.

The developers cite the feedback from fans as the reason for the PC version. Some fans were somewhat disappointed that the title was announced only for the Switch:

The “Switch Only” thing is annoying, Monster Hunter World revived the fanbase, so it’s a mistake to bring this game only for the Switch, but it will sell millions because millions own a Switch, so it unfortunately won’t look like a mistake.

Aiir_Normals via Twitter

How does MHW perform on Steam? However, besides the fans’ input, the success on Steam likely played a role in the decision to go for a PC version. Currently, Monster Hunter World is ranked 25th there (via Steam) and is still played a lot.

Even though it does not belong to the Top 10 MMOs currently on Steam, it was one of the highest-grossing games on Steam in 2020. It made it into the top 12 and competes in a league with giants like Destiny 2 or Dota 2 (via GameInformer). The developers surely wish for similar success for Monster Hunter Rise.

Rise as the new World?

While Monster Hunter Rise aims to build on the success of World, it will not be a copy of Monster Hunter World. The game brings some innovations as well.

What’s new in Monster Hunter Rise? If you liked the somewhat clumsily implemented feature of riding smaller monsters in Monster Hunter World, you will be pleased. With the new dog companions, the Palamutes, you can now navigate the map properly on mounts.

Additionally, the new dogs do decent damage, while the cat-like Palicos remain with you. You can freely choose whether you want two dogs, two cats, or a mixed combo.

The new wirebugs also provide more speed and variety. You can use them to move through the air and along cliffs, similar to a grappling hook.

What about you? Are you playing Rise on the Switch, or do you belong to those who are eagerly awaiting the PC version? MeinMMO author Larissa Then will have to struggle with the character editor before getting to the monsters.

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Outriders: How to disable Motion Blur on PC, which bothers so many people

Tarek Zehrer Tarek Zehrer Reading time 2 minutes

Recently, players can test the upcoming loot shooter Outriders in a demo, but motion blur is causing issues for some players. Here’s how to disable it on PC.

What is the problem? Motion blur is a common graphics setting in many games. In some, this option is enabled by default, while in others it is not. In the case of the Outriders demo, motion blur is active. However, the effect is so severe that many players find it quite distressing.

The limited FPS in cutscenes results in an unpleasant effect that makes the scenes stutter. The constantly moving camera additionally creates overwhelming visuals with motion blur.

There is no regular way to lift the FPS cap or disable motion blur in the settings. However, players have found a workaround that allows them to disable motion blur anyway.

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Motion blur is quite distressing for many players in Outriders.

You need to disable motion blur in the files yourself

How does it work? Several players have found a way to simply disable motion blur in the demo’s files. Apparently, this deactivation also leads to improved performance. Here’s how to do it:

  • Open the folder C:Users****AppDataLocalMadnessSavedConfigWindowsNoEditor
  • Open the Engine.ini with a text editor.
  • Scroll to the path MovieRenderPipeline/Content
  • Below, add the option [SystemSettings].
  • Copy the following lines below:
    • r.MotionBlur.Max=0
    • r.MotionBlurQuality=0
    • r.DefaultFeature.MotionBlur=0
    • r.DepthOfFieldQuality=0
    • r.SceneColorFringe.Max=0
    • r.SceneColorFringeQuality=0
    • r.DefaultFeature.Bloom=0
    • r.BloomQuality=0
    • r.LensFlareQuality=0
    • r.DefaultFeature.LensFlare=0
    • r.Tonemapper.GrainQuantization=0
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This solution was shared on Twitter by user Chevy.

What does the developer say about it? Shortly after the release of the demo, People Can Fly addressed the criticism. In the finished game, you will likely be able to disable the motion blur option in the in-game settings.

Additionally, the FPS that cause stutters in the scenes should no longer be capped at 30. This also applies to consoles.

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Is there a way on consoles? On consoles, you can disable motion blur normally in the settings.

How is Outriders performing?

What can you play? The demo includes the prologue and the first chapter of the main story, as well as some side missions. Players can try out all 4 classes of Outriders and find out if they enjoy the game.

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The first reactions have already been summarized by MeinMMO. There you will also find a survey: How do you like Outriders so far?

At the launch of the demo, there were initially server issues, and it was not available in the PS Store on time. Now, most players seem to finally be able to play the demo.

We have summarized all the important information about the demo for you: All information about the free demo of the RPG shooter.

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Yes, even Final Fantasy VII gets a Battle Royale

Irina Moritz Irina Moritz Reading time 3 minutes

The beloved single-player RPG Final Fantasy VII is getting another spin-off. It is a battle royale game for mobile devices called The First Soldier (iOS/Android).

This is FFVII The First Soldier: Yesterday, on February 25th, Square Enix announced that one of its most popular RPGs is receiving a new spin-off. FFVII The First Soldier is a free-to-play battle royale game for Android and iOS that takes place in the universe of Final Fantasy VII.

The story of the game is set 30 years before the events of the original FFVII. In order to increase their military strength, Shinra begins testing the SOLDIER project: Where humans enhanced by Mako technology will fight against each other.

The game is supposed to provide background on how the notorious elite fighters of SOLDIER were selected. After all, they play a central role throughout the entire FFVII series. You can watch the reveal trailer here:

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A Battle Royale with lots of Final Fantasy

This is how the battle royale will play: In the trailer, you can directly see first gameplay of The First Soldier. At first glance, it resembles games like Fortnite. The goal is to eliminate all opponents and become the first Soldier ever.

Players can use both different types of firearms and melee weapons like swords or engage in direct fist fights. The mobile game also features Final Fantasy elements.

  • Players have a MP gauge in addition to HP.
  • You can set and use different spells. These include attack spells like Fire and Ice, support spells like Protect, or healing spells like Heal.
  • The locations are all from FFVII. You fight in the slums of Midgar, Aerith’s church, or Wutai.
  • There are even summons that you can unleash on your opponents. In the trailer, you can see Ifrit in action, for example.
  • On the battlefield, you can collect potions and ethers to regenerate your HP and MP.
  • The Chocobos are, of course, also included and can be used as mounts.

There are also PvE elements. You fight not only against other players but also against classic Final Fantasy monsters. In the trailer, you can see Bombers or the iconic Wax Scorpion boss, for example.

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The summon Ifrit in FFVII The First Soldier

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When will FFVII The First Soldier be released? The exact release date is not yet known. At the end of the trailer, it simply says that it will be released in 2021.

The game is supposed to be released worldwide on Android and iOS devices. This means that we in Europe will also get to enjoy the FFVII battle royale.

Will The First Soldier cost anything? The game will be completely free-to-play with an in-game shop. From the trailer, it can be inferred that the shop will offer cosmetic items such as Chocobo costumes.

Whether there will also be gameplay-relevant items in the shop is not yet known.

Will you play it? What is your opinion on the new spin-off? Let us know in the comments.

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Pokémon GO: Trainer finds Pokémon with over 4,000 CP in the wild

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

A trainer in Pokémon GO is astonished by an unusual catch in the wild. He encountered a Slaking with a “???” CP display at level 43. After the catch, it immediately became his highest Pokémon.

What happened? On Reddit, trainer DonnieTheCatcher turns to the community of TheSilphRoad. He explains that he caught a particularly high Slaking in the wild. It had more than 4,000 CP – this behavior was new to him.

Over 380 comments have accumulated in the thread since its creation. How do Pokémon with such high CP come about?

High Slaking in Pokémon GO can encounter you as well

This is the catch: In the trainer’s screenshot, a Slaking can be seen in the wild. Next to the name, the CP is displayed with three question marks. Normally, a number should be visible here, but it is obscured.

We embed the screenshot of the catch here:

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The trainer explains that the Slaking displayed 4045 CP after the catch. “It immediately became the Pokémon with the highest CP in my collection,” explains DonnieTheCatcher. And that, even though the player has already reached level 43 and could have seen many Pokémon.

When do you see the “???” as CP?
This label should remind you of your early days in Pokémon GO. When a Pokémon you want to catch has higher CP than any other Pokémon in your collection, then the CP of the wild Pokémon is obscured by “???”.
You will only see how many CP it actually has after the catch.

How this can happen: Usually, you won’t encounter Pokémon with the “???” designation anymore after playing for a few weeks.

In this case, you have to keep in mind that Slaking is the Pokémon that can reach the highest CP in Pokémon GO (excluding raids). Together with Regigigas, Mewtwo, Groudon, and Kyogre, it can break the significant barrier of 4,000 CP. Since the level cap was raised to level 50, trainers can push their Pokémon even higher. Many more are now reaching over 4,000 CP.

So it can even happen to you to encounter a Slaking with a “???” display in the wild when your highest Pokémon in the collection is just over 4,000 CP.

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Have you ever caught a Pokémon with such high CP in the wild, or have you missed such an encounter? Tell us how much CP your top 3 Pokémon in your collection have and add your trainer level. Are you breaking the 4,000 CP?

Next month, Niantic plans many events for trainers. We will show you all events in March 2021 for Pokémon GO here.

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Twitch blocks controversial ads from Amazon: “Should never have run”

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 2 minutes

The streaming platform Twitch aired ads from Amazon in the state of Alabama, which campaigned against the formation of a union locally. After streamers protested against the ads, they have now been discontinued.

These were the ads: They feature Amazon employees speaking out against the introduction of a union in Bessemer, Alabama.

About 5,800 employees work in a huge Amazon warehouse there. Employees started a few months ago to establish a union to protest against the working conditions they feel are poor.

In one ad, an Amazon employee from another location says:

“We have great leadership. We really don’t need anyone coming in and telling us what they want to give us. Because we actually have everything we need.”

From an Amazon ad

The ad encourages people to “Vote No.” Thus, the clip clearly aims to prevent the establishment of a union.

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Twitch streamers criticize “disgusting advertising”

This was the reaction from the streamers: After it became known that such ads were shown to viewers in Alabama on Twitch, there were loud protests from the streamers.

The streamer Saira said (via twitter): “That Amazon airs such anti-union ads is disgusting and abhorrent. I will not show ads in my streams anymore until I can choose the spots myself. Please use AdBlock on my channel. The chat will entertain you while you watch the purple screen.”

Streamer Malik Forté said (via twitter): It is downright sadistic that Amazon spends so much money to prevent the formation of a union. Twitch should stand on the side of the workers.

Amazon acquired the streaming service Twitch in August 2014 for $970 million. The platform has grown enormously in the years since and has become significantly larger and more relevant in the pandemic year 2020.

Twitch bans Amazon ads: Should have never aired

This is Twitch’s response: They clarified in a statement to Kotaku (via Kotaku):

“Twitch does not allow political advertising and these ads should never have aired on our platform. We have removed this advertising and will review our review process to ensure that similar content is not shown in the future. We are grateful to the community for bringing this case to our attention.”

Twitch Statement

“You work like a robot”

What is the union aiming for? It aims to protect the interests of the workers, especially regarding workplace safety and to secure better protection against dismissal.

A report from The Guardian states (via The Guardian): In the warehouse in Bessemer, video monitors dictate to employees what they must do every minute. A warehouse worker must move 315 items an hour, 5 items a minute.

An Amazon employee is quoted:

“You run all the time. You have no time to look around. You are treated like a number and not like a person. You work like a robot.”

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The pay of $15.55 an hour (12.82 €) is also considered too low compared to similar jobs in the region.

This is what Amazon says: In a statement to The Guardian, an Amazon spokesperson highlights:

  • Amazon offers some of the best jobs available wherever they are hiring
  • the starting salary of $15.30 in Bessemer is double the minimum wage of $7.25
  • they also offer many additional benefits in health and retirement
  • in fact, Amazon would already provide everything that unions demand for employees

Amazon acquired Twitch seven years ago, but only in recent months has the company’s influence become more noticeable. Because Twitch is suddenly adjusting its advertising strategy, which is angering streamers and viewers:

1.8 million watch PS5 event on Twitch – But new forced ads are really annoying

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One of the most beautiful MMORPGs is currently free on Steam

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 3 minutes

Are you eyeing the beautiful MMORPG Black Desert Online (BDO) but haven’t purchased it yet? You don’t have to, as developer Pearl Abyss is giving the game away for free.

What is this action about? The developer studio Pearl Abyss is giving away an access ticket to Black Desert Online until March 10 at 10:00 AM.

The access ticket is the standard access that allows you to play. This ticket usually costs 7.99 Euros.

Does this apply to all versions? No. The offer only applies to the PC version of the MMORPG. The versions for PS4/PS5 and Xbox One/Xbox Series X/S still cost money.

You can currently get BDO for free via Steam as well as through the official launcher.

Are there any restrictions? Aside from the fact that this offer is only valid until March 10, there are no restrictions. You can play BDO as long as you want.

However, it is the base version, which does not include additional items like more expensive packages do.

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This is how beautiful the MMORPG Black Desert Online looks.

Black Desert is one of the most beautiful and popular MMORPGs

What makes BDO special: The MMORPG is considered one of the most beautiful currently on the market. The characters look excellent and extremely detailed. The impressive landscapes also invite exploration.

Otherwise, Black Desert convinces mainly with the freedoms of a sandbox game. You can:

  • Level endlessly and farm equipment
  • Improve 11 lifeskills, including fishing, hunting, and gathering
  • Build your own network of workers to create production chains to earn gold
  • Set up your own house
  • Build a ship and sail the world
  • Jump into PvP and conquer outposts with a guild

In return, however, quests and story play a minor role. Additionally, there are the so-called season servers, which are particularly suitable for newcomers or for leveling new classes.

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Notes on the migration of Black Desert: Due to the migration of the game from Kakao Games to Pearl Abyss, you will need to download a new client. It is also important that you must transfer your account from the publisher Kakao Games to Pearl Abyss. If you do not do this, your account will be deleted at the end of May.

These gifts are also available with promo codes

What’s included in the voucher: Until March 11 at 11:59 PM, you can claim three gifts. To receive them, enter the corresponding codes by clicking “Register Coupon” in the launcher. It works the same way through Steam. When you start the MMORPG, the launcher will open, and you can enter the code.

1. The first one is “50x Memories of a Craftsman.” Using this increases the regeneration of an item’s maximum durability by five times.

You must use this code

JKSC – OUPO – N50A – RTME

2. The second gift is a package consisting of

  • Enhancement Help Kit II x1
  • Black Spirit’s Special Dice Box x1
  • Cron Stone x100
  • Title “Together As One.” If you use this, take a screenshot and post it in the forum, you will get:
  • Item Collection Increase Scroll (60 min) x2
  • Crystal Extraction Tool x1

Enter the following code for the gift (Note! The exclamation mark must be entered manually):

0225 – WEAR – ETHE – ONE!

3. Finally, you will receive some “Shakatu Seals,” which you can exchange for items with the NPC Dellus. You will receive the seals by entering this code:

BDOT – RANS – FERT – WEET

Will you get Black Desert Online for free? If you’ve been playing for a while, did the migration go smoothly for you? Let us know in the comments.

In the MMORPG Black Desert Online, you should behave better. Because the developers have stated for which six misdeeds you will be permanently banned.

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