„I just want to go home“ – 7 vs. Wild shows with trailer for the new season how dangerous it gets in the Amazon

The official trailer for Season 5 of 7 vs. Wild has been uploaded and shows the biggest danger of the Amazon: animals. The clips mostly generate positive feedback from the community.

What is the big danger in the Amazon? After some in the community had already complained about the announcement video of this year’s Season 7 vs. Wild, the official trailer has now been released, and it is intense.

In several scenes, the danger to which the participants are exposed becomes clear quickly: animals. To be specific, these are spiders, insects, and snakes. At one point, you can see the YouTuber AviveHD saying “I want to go home” to the camera (Source: YouTube from minute 02:07).

The risks in the Amazon also become clear when considering that the production had to adopt a rule from the jungle camp. All participants must always be at least two people.

Trymacs participated in 7 vs. Wild in the past. You can learn more about him in our video:

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Vom Pizza-Lieferant zu einem der größten deutschen Twitch-Streamer – Leben und Karriere von Trymacs in 2 Minuten

“The trailer was intense”

What does the community say about the trailer? In the past, the community for the new season of 7 vs. Wild was rather reserved, if not even negative. That the founders, including Fritz Meinecke, are no longer involved and instead a production company took over the format was upsetting for some.

However, the reactions to the official trailer are mostly positive, as shown by these comments:

  • fischersfritze9042 writes on YouTube under the trailer: “Okay, the trailer was intense. Finally, a reason to be a little hyped!”
  • Movertigo says on Reddit: “This looks really good. I go in completely open and see if I like it. (…)”
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Other voices are neutral, such as ZeroX92 on YouTube: “I will definitely watch it, and after a few episodes, we will see whether it is exciting and whether I want to keep following it. One shouldn’t hate everything right away, because the last seasons weren’t so exciting under Fritz either. What one must not forget: We get to see all of this completely for free, which is really amazing for YouTube. No matter if Manhunt, The Race, or 7 vs. Wild.”

7 vs. Wild has been one of the most popular formats in recent years. The theme of survival has been brought to a larger audience, inspiring some of them. At least that was the case with one German YouTuber who shared his experiences in a video: YouTuber travels specially to Sweden to reenact 7 vs. Wild but has to break an important rule

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In a remake of a fantasy film, Henry Cavill wants to fight even better than in The Witcher, and is expected to be even bigger than the original

After Henry Cavill stepped down from the role of Witcher, many fans were also sad. However, fans of the actor do not have to say goodbye to the fantasy genre. He will take on the lead role in a reboot of a legendary movie and makes big promises.

Which movie is it about? It has long been known that the fantasy classic Highlander from 1986, starring Christopher Lambert, is getting a remake. MacLeod is the hero of this film, who, as an Immortal, journeys through multiple time periods and fights against other immortals. The people behind the remake have made their appearances:

  • Chad Stahelski will direct. The former stuntman is one of the minds behind the John Wick series.
  • Henry Cavill will take on the lead role as the Scottish fighter MacLeod.
  • Russell Crowe plays Ramirez.
  • Dave Bautista plays the villain Kurgan.

In 2024, Henry Cavill even suggested that he would fight more spectacularly in the film than in his role as Geralt in the Witcher series. He said about Highlander: If you think you’ve seen me work with a sword before, you haven’t seen anything yet (Source: The Hollywood Reporter).

Henry Cavill, who is also making his Warhammer fans crazy, is not the only one promoting Highlander with big promises.

Liam Hemsworth has taken over the role of Geralt for Season 4:

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Netflix zeigt im Teaser für Staffel 4 den neuen Witcher im Kampf gegen ein Geistwesen

Even the villain of the new film promises great things

What does Dave Bautista say about the new Highlander remake? In an interview with Collider, Dave Bautista, who will play the villain Kurgan, recently spoke about the new Highlander film. He himself stated that he is a huge fan of the original and that he has wanted the role of Kurgan for a long time.

He loves the original performance by Clancy Brown and overall, Kurgan is a villain he loves to hate. I enjoy being the bad guy, and that was the kind of role I’ve been looking for in terms of a villain.

In his interview, he also addresses the action fans. The action is said to be on par with John Wick. In addition, he promises a grand universe:

We still pay tribute to the original and make a nod to it, but we are doing it anew, fresh, and exciting, and we are also just building a new universe. It’s simply bigger than the original. […] I don’t want to give anything away, but I believe people will be excited because it’s bigger than one can imagine, and it is new enough that you won’t see the same thing. If one has seen the original, one still won’t know what the story is.

Dave Bautista on the Highlander reboot (Source: Collider)

Throughout the interview, he emphasizes that the remake should feel different from the original. He even calls it a high-speed version of Highlander. However, what exactly is meant by that is unclear.

How can we contextualize the statements of the actors? Interviews before a film’s release are always PR, and thus statements like simply so much bigger or new universe should always be taken with caution. After the first film in 1986, sequels emerged in the franchise. This included about 4 films, 3 series, and an anime film.

However, regarding the statements about action, also concerning sword fighting, one can be quite optimistic. In all John Wick installments, Chad Stahelski has shown that as a former stuntman, he knows how to direct action and can even drift into the absurd. This would fit well with a franchise like Highlander. It will be exciting to see how he focuses on sword fighting.

When will the Highlander remake be released? So far, there is no concrete release date. Moreover, filming has not yet started. In an interview, Chad Stahelski mentioned 2027 or 2028 (Source: Collider).

Are you looking forward to it, or do you not care about the franchise? Feel free to let us know in the comments. There was also a big focus on sword fighting in the Witcher series. But how good was it actually? Expert on sword fighting explains how well Henry Cavill fights as Witcher

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ChatGPT can now impersonate a human and bypass an important security mechanism on the internet

Experts have used ChatGPT to bypass CAPTCHAs. These are designed to keep bots and AI away from content. The major concern of experts: Fraudsters could exploit this to spread大量 of false content and comments on the Internet.

Those visiting a website or wanting to log in often have to solve a specific puzzle: so-called CAPTCHA queries check that you are not a robot and then you can use the website. There have been cases in the past where users have been able to bypass CAPTCHAs using AI.

Now experts have shown how to not only trick the system but how ChatGPT can easily solve this security mechanism on many websites. This has been reported by the English-language magazine Techradar.com.

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CAPTCHA tests are supposed to protect websites from bots, now solved by a bot

This is what researchers have done: Experts from the security company SplxAI have now demonstrated in an experiment how ChatGPT can successfully bypass CAPTCHA tests in the so-called “Agent Mode.” The special thing about this is that these tests are designed to prevent bots and AI from accessing websites and content.

Researchers have shown how ChatGPT can successfully bypass CAPTCHA tests in the so-called “Agent Mode” – security mechanisms that are supposed to keep bots from accessing websites.

Through clever “Prompt Injection”, meaning manipulation of the communication context, researchers were able to set up ChatGPT to consider CAPTCHAs as a “fake test” and willingly solve them. The ChatGPT agent uses its own browser, can navigate websites like a human, and bypasses CAPTCHAs through multi-turn manipulation.

However, what is particularly interesting is that ChatGPT was able to bypass even advanced, behavior-based systems like Cloudflare Turnstile by mimicking mouse movements and interaction patterns that are typically considered human. Cloudflare Turnstile is an alternative to CAPTCHA and is now one of the most frequently used methods alongside Google’s CAPTCHA.

What is the problem? Experts warn that AI models like ChatGPT could be misused on a large scale for spam, fake posts, or automated uses in the future. This makes existing security systems on the Internet less effective, and website operators will have to come up with new ideas to protect their content. At the same time, it also means that behind every post and new user, there could be a spambot.

Because the line between human, machine, and AI is increasingly blurred on the Internet. For some time, AI has been accused of amplifying spam and fraud, such as with image alterations or voice imitation to fake an abduction.

A user attempts an experiment: He gives ChatGPT 100 US dollars and wants to make money. In a few days he already has a valuable business. But after a few months, he ends the endeavor, closes his business, and withdraws. Two years later, he reflects on the situation from a distance and says that the chaos at that time probably helped him: User gives ChatGPT 100 US dollars to “make as much profit as possible”, loses a company worth 25,000 US dollars in the end.

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Gamer returns for “Pants on Head” to Diablo 4, the community is convinced: This is how ARPGs are most fun

ARPGs are played by fans with a philosophy that few outsiders understand, as the community’s enthusiasm varies depending on content drops. Players explain this phenomenon through aspects in Diablo 4.

What phenomenon is being talked about? While other games are completed just 1-2 times and then gather dust in your library, ARPGs are constantly revisited by the same fans, at different intervals. Often, an update or a new season is to blame for this phenomenon.

For example, Diablo 4 with Season 10 introduces new mechanics like Chaos Uniques to the game, with which fans can receive effects of well-known Uniques on other types of gear – like the effects of a Unique pants that you can now wear on your head with the help of a helmet. This creates incentives to level up another character. To outsiders, it may sound absurd to keep playing “the same game” over and over, but many in the genre see it differently.

For them, there is nothing better than starting fresh in a season, with new challenges and approaches.

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Diablo 4 shows the new features in Season 10 in the gameplay trailer

ARPGs will always be exciting

What do fans say about the genre? In a Reddit post by DiscountMiserable665, many fans clarify how they dive into a new season in Diablo 4 or Path of Exile 2, and it always follows the same pattern. The user Servovestri states regarding Diablo 4: “Play for a few weeks, take the journey, get the relic treasure, and then go PLAY OTHER GAMES.”

Only a few play an ARPG throughout the entire season, and if this is the case, Servovestri suggests taking a break, as those individuals often complain about the same things.

The user OsmanFetish mentions that he and his friend even skipped the previous season of Diablo 4 to avoid burning out, but Season 10 now offers many new features that make another playthrough worthwhile.

Airsoft_Daniel also shares and describes his return as follows: “D4 typically takes a few weeks of my time each season, making it my most played live-service game. If I play 3–4 weeks per season, plus 6 months right after launch and about two months right after the expansion, then in my opinion, that’s a really good amount of content.”

Even though everyone has gone through the story of Diablo 4 countless times, it is more about the grind and the journey of a new character that reignites the spark of the community.

Are you also an ARPG fan who is always there at the start of a new season and trying to level up a new hero? Feel free to describe your motivation for returning and exchange ideas with other fans. Season 10 has started in Diablo 4, and those who want to succeed in the endgame need a strong build. That’s why we’ve put together a tier list of the best builds for you: Diablo 4 Season 10: Tier List with the best builds

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A new role-playing game for Warhammer 40,000 makes you a spy of the Emperor, but you are more of an action hero than a detective

Fans of Warhammer 40,000 are served a new role-playing game where you take on the role of a member of the Inquisition. In search of heretics and the truth, however, you are more like an action hero.

Which game is being talked about? It is about Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, a new RPG from developer Owlcat Games. The studio has already developed role-playing games like the Pathfinder series and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader.

With the successor, Owlcat Games wants to address the biggest criticisms of Rogue Trader: the battles and the class system. Additionally, Dark Heresy should give you much more freedom – even if you want to kiss a cyborg.

You can see a trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy here:

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Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy in the Announcement Trailer

Hardcore detective work and difficult decisions

What is the game about? In Dark Heresy, you no longer play as your rogue trader from Rogue Trader. Instead, you serve the Imperium of Man in other ways. As an acolyte of the Inquisition, you may not be a bred superhuman like the Space Marines in Dark Heresy – but you are at least as dangerous.

As part of the Inquisition, it is your job to uncover heresy. In Dark Heresy, you will therefore also be busy investigating crime scenes for clues and solving cases. Your approach, however, resembles more of “Arnold Schwarzenegger than Sherlock Holmes,” said Anatoly Shestov, executive producer of the game, in a conversation with PCGamesN.

In keeping with the dark universe of Warhammer 40,000, the developers also do not want to present you with decisions that are simply “Good” or “Evil.” Instead, you should decide what is a good or a bad decision in each situation.

Maybe killing these innocent people is good at this particular moment, maybe punishing this bad person is evil, because further down the line this evil guy will save millions that the innocents will corrupt.

Anatoly Shestov

When will the game come out? Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy currently has no release date yet. The RPG will be released for PC (Steam, Epic Games, and GOG) as well as for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

MeinMMO editor Benedict Grothaus, of course, couldn’t resist visiting the new RPG at gamescom as a Warhammer fan. There, he had a few words with the lead developer: A short conversation with the head of Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy escalated, but now I know how the classes work exactly

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Throne and Liberty brings back thousands of players with a major update, but many cannot utilize the most important new feature

With the major update Solisium’s Awakening, the developers of Throne and Liberty have introduced a series of new features to the game. However, returning players are frustrated because they cannot utilize one of the new features.

What kind of update is this? The update Solisium’s Awakening is arguably the largest update for Throne and Liberty since the expansion Wilderness of Talandre. In addition to the long-awaited housing and lifeskill system, the MMORPG has also released new Tier-3 equipment.

Alongside the new Orb weapon, which adds new healing and support abilities to the game, the Hyperboost servers are by far the biggest incentive for players to return.

From Sunday, September 14, to Sunday, September 21, the player count doubled from 13,739 to 28,353 during peak times (via SteamDB).

The Hyperboost servers promise not only a quick achievement of the maximum level of 55 but also the ability to catch up quickly to veteran players and reach the same character power as they do. However, the system surrounding the servers is currently frustrating veterans.

Here you can see what the new housing looks like:

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The new update of Throne and Liberty brings housing and a new weapon to Solisium

Hyperboost servers only for new characters

Why are players frustrated? While the Hyperboost effects are active on all servers, many players are longing for a fresh start in Throne and Liberty. However, as returning players, this is not so easily possible.

Players return to the game and often find their two characters created at release. Although these can be played further and brought to the current level on regular servers thanks to bonuses, joining a Hyperboost server is not possible with the already created characters.

Anyone who wants to join the new Hyperboost servers must create a new character and, in case of doubt, make space. Due to the limited character slots, many players have to delete a character accordingly. This takes an hour or may not be possible at all. Players report on Steam about bugs that prevent the deletion of old characters.

Why not just continue playing? Those who haven’t played Throne and Liberty for months will be met on the “old” servers by dominating alliances and guilds that claim all PvP content as usual. This is a problem in a PvP-oriented MMORPG like Throne and Liberty and not the experience returning players want.

That is precisely why they find a complete restart on the Hyperboost server – entirely without advantages for veterans. It would have been beneficial for returning players to increase the character slots from 2 to 3 so that one does not have to delete a character to participate. This would have solved many problems.

Throne and Liberty ensures with the update that all players have a chance to re-enter. However, the fact that some returning players must first clear out and, in the worst case, are not allowed to play on the new server causes frustration. You can learn more about the great update here: MMORPG Throne and Liberty receives a free update that changes so much that it could have been an expansion

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Twitch streamer Gronkh calls himself the “worst influencer in the world” and would rather have his own forum

Twitch streamer Erik “Gronkh” Range was a guest on the podcast Henke’s Corner and explains why he sees himself as a bad influencer. He is not very active on other social platforms and rarely posts.

Why does Gronkh refer to himself like that? As a guest on the Henke’s Corner podcast, Twitch streamer Gronkh talked about his influencer life. He referred to himself as the “worst influencer in the world” (Source: YouTube from minute 32:38).

The activities of an influencer also include regularly posting on social platforms. However, Gronkh hardly does any social media, as he says. He posts almost nothing anymore on popular platforms like Instagram or X.

If he were to start regularly posting on Instagram again, Gronkh says he would change his “concept”. He would not just post the beautiful “glossy photos”, but rather everyday things in unpolished presentation.

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Gronkh, the man with the voice – Career and life of Germany’s most famous Let’s Player

“Everything gets worse”

Why would Gronkh prefer a forum? Gronkh further explains that he would prefer a forum. There, people would register who are really interested in a topic and want to discuss it. Forums were more “closed” and “private”, according to Gronkh, because the people interested in a topic were among themselves.

Regarding current social media, Gronkh also says: “I find social media so shitty. Everything has become so crappy. (…) Wherever there are algorithms involved, everything gets worse. Everything feels more fucked up.” (Source: YouTube from minute 33:07).

On Reddit, the Twitch streamer says he spends a lot of time. On X, Gronkh only looks at the posts and content of people he follows. These include indie developers or pixel artists, for example.

However, on the platform Twitch, his activity looks quite different. Streaming for “only” 4 hours straight would not be feasible for Gronkh. Instead, he prefers to stream for 7 to 8 hours.

The podcast episode of Henke’s Corner with Gronkh was so long that it had to be split into two parts. In the first part, Gronkh talked about his time before he was a Twitch streamer: Gronkh worked as a “silly stone troll” at a company before his career on Twitch, explaining where the name comes from.

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Bernd the Bread appears in American TV show, delights the audience: “I want him to be famous here too”

In the latest episode of an American late-night show, the host showed his audience that he has stumbled upon German cultural heritage that absolutely thrilled him. And it is none other than our grumpy loaf of bread Bernd.

Where did Bernd make his appearance? In the American show “Last Week Tonight” with John Oliver, the audience was witness to one of the most famous German television stars.

Just before the episode was supposed to end for the night, John Oliver spoke about iconic characters for children that should already be familiar to the American audience. He then wants to introduce the audience to another character that is known to all German children: Bernd the Bread.

“He is incredible,” says Oliver after a clip (via X), showing a depressing New Year’s speech from Bernd, in which he says that one should give up all hope and rather dig a hole to sit in, “That is a loaf of bread that is missing two things: arms and any nonsense that would still matter to him.” 

He adds that he would love to see Bernd in more American formats, such as 60 Minutes or Hot Ones, but to create a neutral ground, he wants to meet Bernd in a place where he is most commonly seen.

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“That is the most German thing I have ever seen”

How does the meeting between the host and the bread go? At the end of the episode, John Oliver enters the well-known white void where Bernd always resides during the night loop. While Oliver reveals himself to be a big fan and tries to initiate a conversation with Bernd, Bernd remains authentically uninterested, motionless, and annoyed. The host couldn’t particularly convince Bernd to join his late-night show, but then again, he doesn’t like comedy anyway.

However, he actually speaks, even if he doesn’t say much, very good English. It is not accent-free, but the original voice actor, that is the real Bernd, whom you also know from KiKA. 

How do the Germans react to the broadcast? On social media, the clip with Bernd on American television quickly goes viral and subsequently reaches Germany, where the bread eventually comes from. The Germans celebrate the appearance just as much as Oliver’s audience did, even though they absolutely did not expect it.

“This wasn’t on my bingo card. This is fantastic,” writes dominikert on Instagram, and other German users also express their joy over this guest appearance:

Comments like “In a world full of bad news, we get John Oliver, with the unique Bernd the Bread at Last Week Tonight,” (keyjahn via Instagram) or “I have never been prouder of something from my country than today” (bellerophon2 via Instagram) reflect the reaction of the German community.

If you want to see the clip with Bernd and John Oliver, you can find the post from @NilsAhrDE here:

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Bernd the Bread is already a few years old and has been able to entertain and disturb several generations of children and adults. By now, he has gone from the night loop of a children’s channel to a celebrated meme, quite different from another meme that you might have already forgotten, but we would be happy to remind you of: Ralf Schumacher becomes a meme and is already planning the next steps

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EA FC 26: Best Talents for LM, LF, RM, RF – Wingers with Career Potential

Do you want to find strong talents for your outside positions in the  EA FC 26 Career Mode? Then look for LM, LF, RM, RF with high potential.

What are LM, LF, RM, RF? These are the outside positions of your team. So left and right midfield as well as left and right wingers.

These players are often characterized by high speed and strong dribbling but should also be capable of finishing themselves or preparing goals. This applies especially to the attacking LF and RM.

With the more centrally located LM and RM, it can also be helpful to have some defensive stability included.

Why talents? Talents in the  Career Mode of EA FC 26 are still able to improve and do not cost as much money. If you develop young talents with high potential into world stars, you can:

  • Either use them as regular starters.
  • Or sell them profitably.

What are these lists? In the lists below, you first find the talents with the highest potential, and below them are cheap talents that you can acquire for little money.

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EA FC 26 shows many changes for the career mode that provide more dynamics

Best Talents for LM, RM, RF, LF with the highest potential

What kind of talents are these? These players are at most 23 years old and have the highest potential in the sought-after positions. Keep in mind: Due to dynamic potential, it also depends on your training, the performances, and the playing time of your players whether they reach their potential.

Remember: Some of these players are already stars and therefore may be more expensive.

PlayerAgeOverall RatingPotentialPositionsMarket Value
Lamine Yamal178995RM, RF147 million
Jamal Musiala228892LM, CAM, CM, ST133.5 million
Désiré Doué208591RF, LF, CM, RM83.5 million
Cole Palmer238790RM, CAM, ST109 million
Bukayo Saka238890RF, RM118.5 million
Kenan Yıldız207989LM, LF, CAM, CM38.5 million
Arda Güler208189RM, CAM, RF56.5 million
Alejandro Baena238489LM, LF, ST63.5 million
Nico Williams228689LM, RM, LF94.5 million
Piero Hincapié238389LM, LB, CB52 million

Cheap Talents for LM, RM, RF, LF under 10 million market value

These are the cheap winger talents: Here, we introduce you to 10 players who are relatively inexpensive and do not exceed the market value of 10 million. These can especially help you at the start of your career when the budget is still a bit tight.

PlayerAgeOverall RatingPotentialPositionsMarket Value
Rio Ngumoha166888LM, LF3.3 million
Julien Duranville197287RM, LM, ST, RF5.5 million
Pablo García186887RM, ST, LM, RF3.1 million
Kees Smit197287RM, CAM, CM5.5 million
Maher Carrizo197286RM, CAM, ST, RF5.5 million
João Costa207186RM, LM, LB, RB4.5 million
Leo Sauer197286LF, CAM, LM5.5 million
Claudio Echeverri197486LF, CAM, CM10 million
Chemsdine Talbi207386RM, LM, RF7.5 million
Lennart Karl176386RM, CAM, CM1.5 million

Which talents are you getting for your team? Are you relying on established players or are you more focused on developing young candidates into world stars? Let us know in the comments. If you’re interested in the changes that the brand new FC 26 brings, take a look here: EA FC 26: Pitch Notes show dozens of innovations – the most important changes at a glance

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“I feel nothing”: Actor does not understand the hype around GTA 6, even though he was an important part of its predecessor

GTA 6 is probably the most anticipated game currently available. However, not everyone can relate to the hype. Among those who cannot connect with Rockstar’s title is an actor who played an important role in part 5.

Which actor is it? Most gamers probably know Steven Ogg for one of his most famous roles as Trevor in GTA V. Fans of the series might recognize him as Simon from The Walking Dead, a character that Ogg portrayed from 2016 to 2018 over three seasons.

Players remember him well as Trevor. The hot-headed Trevor Philips is an intriguing character where one never knows what madness he will indulge in next. For us, he is one of the most exciting characters in the GTA series.

It may surprise many that Steven Ogg has no real understanding of GTA V because, according to his own statement, he hasn’t played it himself. He mentioned in an interview that he is not a gamer and even added, that GTA 6 has not interested him so far.

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Rockstar Games presents GTA 6 in the second trailer

Steven Ogg recommends Russian literature

What does the actor say about GTA 6? When asked about the highly anticipated sequel to the fifth part, Ogg replied quite unemotionally: “I feel nothing.”

When the interviewer asked if the response was serious, Ogg continued: “I’m not a gamer. I’ve never played a video game.”

Not even GTA V, in which he himself appears as Trevor, has Ogg played. The actor shared that someone recommended he try Rockstar Games’ highly acclaimed epic. Ogg declined and countered with his own recommendation.

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What does the actor recommend? Video games are not one of Steven Ogg’s passions, but books are. He emphasized how much he loves this medium and recommended “Crime and Punishment” by Fyodor Dostoevsky.

The book, which was previously known as “Sin and Punishment” in older translations, is a classic of Russian literature. The answer may come as a surprise, especially after discussing GTA, and so did it for the person who recommended Dostoevsky’s book to Ogg: “He was completely speechless.”

What does the community say? The actor’s statement receives mixed reactions from gamers on x.com. While some think Ogg is joking, others welcome the literature recommendation:

  • “This must be a joke,” writes Ignition Casino.
  • “Dostoevsky changes your life, I just became a fan,” admits ChiefStrategos.
  • “Many actors don’t play the games they are in; they treat them just like other acting jobs,” explains GameCentric regarding Ogg’s lack of interest in GTA.
  • “I mean, business is business. But avoiding an industry where you left such a huge mark is simply shocking,” states Hollywoodx95 regarding the vast reach the actor gained through GTA V.

Thus, Steven Ogg will not touch GTA 6 either. Many active players might feel differently. After all, many are eagerly awaiting the release of the game in Spring 2026. It is stepping into big shoes, which could become a problem: An analyst is sure: The biggest competitor of GTA 6 will be a 12-year-old game that still sells well

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In Pokémon GO you can now solve a special research task that players have been waiting for a specific Pokémon for 6 years

A current event brings, as often, some wild monsters to Pokémon GO. And one of them can help you with an old special research.

New special researches come repeatedly at irregular intervals in Pokémon GO. In these, you have to complete various tasks to receive some special rewards as well as mystical Pokémon. However, accomplishing these tasks can take several years in the worst case.

Trainers on social media report how a current event is helping them with such a special research. And it is already more than 6 years old.

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Normal Event with Great Help

Which event is it? Since Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the Total Normal event in Pokémon GO is active. It runs until Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Various Normal-type Pokémon are in focus.

Which special research does the event help? In August 2019, a special research titled ‘A Thousand-Year Sleep’ was unlocked in the game. At the end of this special research, the mysterious Pokémon Jirachi from Generation 3 awaits you.

In step 2 and 3 of this research, you need to catch 3 Whismur and take a snapshot of Loudred, the first evolutionary stage of the monster. Many trainers have been stuck on this step for years, struggling to catch Whismur.

That’s exactly what the current event can help with. Since the start of the event, Ditto can take on new forms, including Whismur. Additionally, Ditto appears more frequently in the wild during the event.

As trainers report on Reddit, not only is the chance of finding a Ditto in the wild increased, but also that of the Pokémon it can appear as.

More help with the special research: Another task of the special research is to evolve a Feebas. This step can also be accomplished more easily in Pokémon GO, especially if you have had problems with it before.

The Rocket Boss Sierra currently has a Feebas that you can catch after defeating her. If you use Pinap Berries during the catch, you’ll get candies faster that you need for the evolution.

In addition to the Total Normal event, you will find several other contents in the last days of September. Various events, raids, and other content await you. If you want an overview of this, feel free to check out our overview with all events in September 2025 in Pokémon GO.

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Actor from Star Wars is dissatisfied with the last trilogy, would have preferred to focus on a video game

The last trilogy of Star Wars is a controversial topic among fans. The actors also like to express their criticism regarding the problems of the sequels. One actor recently explained what he would have done differently in the films.

Which actor is being discussed? John Boyega is known not to be a big fan of how Disney and Star Wars handled his character Finn in the sequels (Episode 7–9). Already in 2020, he criticized that his character was heavily marketed, although he was actually sidelined (Source: Moviepilot).

However, he is not the only one. Mark Hamill is also unhappy with the way Episode 8 treated Luke Skywalker.

At the end of August 2025, he spoke on the podcast Happy Sad Confused with host Josh Horowitz. During this, he explains (via YouTube) that he wanted his character to become a Jedi.

He frequently comments on Star Wars. In a panel at the recent Florida Supercon 2025, he spoke again about the sequel trilogy, even mentioning what he would have done differently.

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Star Wars: Episode 8 – Trailer for Part 2 of the Sequels with Daisy Ridley

No overpowered new characters and a video game as source material

What does John Boyega say about the things he would change? As The Popverse reports, John Boyega was asked by the audience at Florida Supercon 2025 what he would have changed if he were to remake the sequel trilogy. Boyega responds directly: You would have had a completely different thing.

In his response, he is quite honest and explains several aspects he would change. For one, he would approach Han Solo and Luke Skywalker differently. He states that he would first fulfill the story and legacy of the old characters. He talks about a good moment to handing on the baton..

He also talks about new characters. He would not make them overpowered, meaning too strong. Boyega emphasizes that they should not just grab stuff and know what to do with it. They should fight like the other characters in the franchise. This is reminiscent of Rey’s character, who is often criticized for being one of the most powerful Jedi of all time with very little training.

Lastly, he mentions sources he would draw from. For one, he would look at stories from the Old Republic to see how they fit into the continuity. The Old Republic was a past era in the Star Wars universe. The MMORPG Star Wars: The Old Republic is set over 3000 years before Episode 1.

He explicitly names The Force Unleashed as a potential source of inspiration that he would have used as a producer. The game series consists of 2 parts and tells the story of Vader’s secret apprentice Starkiller.

It will take a while until the next trilogy

Would a new trilogy have been better? Boyega’s suggestions address many of the fans’ criticisms. New characters are too strong, the past is not treated respectfully, and stories that fans have wanted to be filmed for a long time are not used as guides.

The sequel trilogy has many problems, but Boyega’s suggestions only show what he would not have done. The example with Force Unleashed would likely please many fans, but it should be noted that Starkiller is also a character that could be described as overpowered.

So far, 2 new Star Wars films are in the works. The Mandalorian and Grogu is set to premiere on May 22, 2026, and a year later in May, a film titled Star Wars: Starfighter featuring Ryan Gosling is expected to be released.

Allegedly, a new Star Wars trilogy is also in the works, but not much is known about it so far, except that Simon Kinberg is likely to be the producer. More on the history of the Star Wars universe can be found here: The Sith in Star Wars were so powerful for 1000 years because they followed an important rule – Darth Sidious intentionally broke it

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The Lord of the Rings Online announces its new expansion, bringing over 400 new quests to the MMORPG

The developers of Lord of the Rings Online have announced their new expansion “Kingdoms of Harad”. With it comes a wealth of new content for veterans and a promise for your characters.

What kind of expansion is this? The developers of Lord of the Rings Online have presented their new expansion at MMORPG.com and revealed what players can experience there.

The new expansion will take players to the eponymous kingdoms of Harad and will conclude the storyline “Song of Waves and Wind”. It also takes place directly after the last expansion “Legacy of Morgoth”.

Together with Gandalf, players will travel deeper into the land of Harad to establish the rule of the Good. The new area will include the region Mûr Ghala, which features four zones showing the scars of Sauron’s rule. In addition to the new zones, players can look forward to many quests.

Here you can watch the trailer for one of the latest expansions:

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Lord of the Rings Online: Trailer for Morgoth’s Legacy Prepares You for the New Expansion

Over 400 new quests

What do the contents look like? Players can expect over 400 quests in the new expansion Kingdoms of Harad. These will lead the character up to the new maximum level of 160, which will be raised with the expansion.

Also new with the expansion is the voice acting for the “Song of Waves and Wind” main story, which according to the developers will be 95–100% voiced at the time of the expansion’s release.

The developers emphasize in their conversation with MMORPG.com that they want to intentionally tell a story with Gandalf, as the focus should not be on a “Gondor military campaign” but rather on how the simple inhabitants of Middle-earth are doing.

Is an end to level increases planned? The fact that they now want to raise the maximum level to 160 also raises the question of whether they might eventually want to implement a level downscaling like the genre veteran WoW. However, the creators of Lord of the Rings Online do not intend to do that.

They explain that they would be reluctant to carry out a level squish, as it would diminish the effort players have put into their characters. However, the developers do not completely rule out a level squish for the future; it just will not happen in the new expansion.

The new level expansion is also not expected to bring new abilities for the classes; everything will remain the same. A level scaling, where all enemies in the game would be adjusted to the player’s character level, is currently technically not possible.

Even 18 years after the launch of Lord of the Rings Online, the developers continue to work on their MMORPG. The new expansion promises a lot of new content to discover and experience. Even long after the release, players still experience incredible moments: A fan of Lord of the Rings Online walks through Middle-earth on foot, showcasing one of the greatest strengths of the MMORPG

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  1. mmorpg.com

A manufacturer is now selling in-ear headphones that cost more than a powerful gaming PC

A manufacturer has introduced in-ear headphones for 1,200 euros. For that much money, you could also buy a powerful gaming PC with a fast graphics card. MeinMMO explains what you should get for that much money.

Anyone looking to buy a decent gaming PC today, one that can still play games in the coming months and years, must be prepared to invest at least 1,000 euros. One reason for this is the high hardware costs and the fact that there haven’t been any real budget graphics cards for a while.

The Danish manufacturer “Bang & Olufsen” has now introduced in-ear headphones that cost significantly more: The in-ear headphones called “Beo Grace” cost 1,200 euros at launch, and that’s a hefty price for headphones.

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In Germany, there are over 400 USB sticks protruding from walls – What is the ‘Dead Drops’ project?

“Beo Grace” cost 1,200 euros; the manufacturer himself has even more expensive headphones in his range

What kind of in-ear headphones are these? The Beo Grace feature Spatial Audio and are optimized for Dolby Atmos. Spatial Audio is a technology that creates a three-dimensional sound experience. Spatial Audio is also used on the PS5.

In addition, there is an improved “Active Noise Cancelling” (ANC) technology, which according to the manufacturer is supposed to be “four times more effective” than the previous best earbuds from the manufacturer. In particular, the ANC technology is supported by six studio-quality microphones and can adapt in real time to ambient noise. Other manufacturers, including Sony, use similar techniques for ANC.

The Beo Grace is said to run for up to 4.5 hours with ANC and achieve up to 17 hours with the charging case. That seems very short compared to other manufacturers. In comparison: the very good WF-1000XM5 from Sony achieve almost 10 hours with active ANC and even 16 without ANC (via Chip.de). With the case, a few more hours are added. And the WF-1000XM5 currently costs around 250 euros, thus one-fifth of the Beo Grace.

The manufacturer himself wants to position his in-ears in comparison to his best headphone model, the Beoplay H100. This is still a product that costs 1,500 euros. In the review by Hifi.de, the big brother performs very well, with testers praising particularly the warm sound and very good noise cancelling. Whether the sound of the in-ears is just as good remains to be seen, as the sound of in-ears is generally more constrained than that of full-size headphones. This is simply due to the limited design.

In-ear headphones are small and handy and therefore practical travel companions. But which ones are the right ones for me? MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann has tested 9 examples: I have tested 9 in-ear headphones blind – My secret tip is available for under 100 euros

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Dragon Ball has its own Luke Skywalker, is a global star in anime and even fought against Goku

In Dragon Ball there are plenty of opponents who want to challenge the hero Son-Goku. One of them is even a famous actor who starred in a series reminiscent of Star Wars.

What kind of character is this? Pamput is a Muay Thai kickboxer and participates in the 22nd International Martial Arts Tournament. There he also meets Son-Goku, who at that time is still a child. However, Pamput is no match for the Saiyan. Goku knocks out his opponent with just a few hits.

Much more interesting is that Pamput is a famous actor in Dragon Ball. Bulma mentions that the actor starred in a film that visually resembles Star Wars. In a clip, Pamput is seen wielding a lightsaber and fighting against opponents reminiscent of the Storm Troopers from the Star Saga.

The scene never appeared in the manga; it was created specifically for the anime. However, there could be a good reason for Pamput’s appearance.

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Trailer von Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra zeigt rasante MOBA-Action

Akira Toriyama was a big fan of Star Wars

Why does the reference appear? A possible theory as to why the scene was added in the anime revolves around the creator Akira Toriyama. He was a huge fan of Star Wars. So much so that he even created fan art to pass the time until Episode I came out (see on Reddit).

He drew Anakin Skywalker as a child, resembling the actor. He even mentioned that he was looking forward to the fourth film in the series. Episode I, the fourth film, was released in the same year as this drawing (1999).

Moreover, Toriyama had little interest in the humans in Star Wars. He found much more enjoyment in the robots, mechs, and aliens, as they were all wonderfully designed. It’s no wonder that Dragon Ball features so many different races.

Pamput was a good fighter and took some pride in his strength. However, he doesn’t even rank among the 5 strongest humans in the Dragon Ball anime. To find out who counts among the ultimate human fighters, check out MeinMMO: Dragon Ball: The 5 strongest humans in the power ranking

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GTA 3: All Cheat Codes for PC, Mobile, and Consoles and how to enter them

For Grand Theft Auto 3, there are various cheats you can enter to influence your gaming experience. We will show you which ones exist and how you can enter them on PC and consoles.

How do I activate cheat codes in GTA 3? To activate your desired cheat, you only need to enter it, without pausing the game. If you did everything correctly, your desired effect should occur.

For which platforms can I activate cheats? The cheats work on all platforms, whether PS2, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC, Switch, and also mobile for iPhones or Android.

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Rockstar Games presents GTA 6 in the second trailer

GTA 3: All Cheats for PC and Mobile

EffectCheat
All WeaponsGUNSGUNSGUNS
Change CostumesILIKEDRESSINGUP
Clear WeatherSKINCANCERFORME
Cloudy WeatherILIKESCOTLAND
Foggy WeatherPEASOUP
Rainy WeatherILOVESCOTLAND
Destroy All CarsBANGBANGBANG
Fast MovementTIMEFLIESWHENYOU
Slow MotionBOOOOORING
Speed Up TimeMADWEATHER
Money CheatIFIWEREARICHMAN
Full ArmorSCHILDKRÖTE
Full HealthGESUNDHEIT
Flying VehicleCHITTYCHITTYBB
Improve Driving SkillsCORNERSLIKEMAD
Rhino TankGIVEUSATANK
Make Vehicle InvisibleANICESETOFWHEELS
Increase Wanted LevelMOREPOLICEPLEASE
Decrease Wanted LevelNOPOLICEPLEASE
More ViolenceNASTYLIMBSCHEAT
Pedestrians Fight Each OtherITSALLGOINGMAAAD
Pedestrians Fight with WeaponsWEAPONSFORALL
Pedestrians Hate YouNOBODYLIKESME

How do I redeem the codes for Android and iOS?

Since you don’t have a keyboard in-game, you need to assist with either an additional app or an external keyboard, for example via Bluetooth, to use the codes as you would in the PC version.

GTA 3: All Cheats for PS4 and PS5

EffectCheat
All WeaponsR2, R2, L1, R2, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Change Costumes→, ↓, ←, ↑, L1, L2, ↑, ←, ↓, →
Clear WeatherL1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, Triangle
Cloudy WeatherL1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, Square
Foggy WeatherL1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, Triangle
Rainy WeatherL1, L2, R1, R2, R2, R1, L2, Circle
Destroy All CarsL2, R2, L1, R1, L2, R2, Triangle, Square, Circle, Triangle, L2, ←
Fast MovementTriangle, ↑, →, ↓, Square, L1, L2
Slow MotionTriangle, ↑, →, ↓, Square, R1, R2
Speed Up TimeCircle, Circle, Circle, Square, Square, Square, L1, Triangle, Circle, Triangle
Money CheatR2, R2, L1, L1, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full ArmorR2, R2, L1, L2, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full HealthR2, R2, L1, R1, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Flying Vehicle→, R2, Circle, R1, L2, ↓, L1, R1
Improve Driving SkillsR1, L1, R2, L1, ←, R1, R1, Triangle
Rhino TankCircle, Circle, Circle, Circle, Circle, Circle, R1, L2, L1, Triangle, Circle, Triangle
Make Vehicle InvisibleL1, L1, Square, R2, Triangle, L1, Triangle
Increase Wanted LevelR2, R2, L1, R2, ←, →, ←, →, ←
Decrease Wanted LevelR2, R2, L1, R2, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓
More ViolenceSquare, L1, Circle, ↓, L1, R1, Triangle, →, L1, X
Uprising Mode↓, ↑, ←, ↑, X, R1, R2, L2, L1
Pedestrians Fight Each Other↓, ↑, ←, ↑, X, L2, L1, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Fight with WeaponsR2, R1, Triangle, X, L2, L1, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Hate You↓, ↑, ←, ↑, X, R1, R2, L1, L2

GTA 3: All Cheats for Xbox

EffectCheat
All WeaponsRT, RT, LB, RT, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Change Costumes→, ↓, ←, ↑, LB, LT, ↑, ←, ↓, →
Clear WeatherLB, LT, RB, RT, RT, RB, LT, Y
Cloudy WeatherLB, LT, RB, RT, RT, RB, LT, X
Foggy WeatherLB, LT, RB, RT, RT, RB, LT, Y
Rainy WeatherLB, LT, RB, RT, RT, RB, LT, B
Destroy All CarsLT, RT, LB, RB, LT, RT, Y, X, B, Y, LT, ←
Fast MovementY, ↑, →, ↓, X, LB, LT
Slow MotionY, ↑, →, ↓, X, RB, RT
Speed Up TimeB, B, B, X, X, X, LB, Y, B, Y
Money CheatRT, RT, LB, LB, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full ArmorRT, RT, LB, LT, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full HealthRT, RT, LB, RB, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Flying Vehicle→, RT, B, RB, LT, ↓, LB, RB
Improve Driving SkillsRB, LB, RT, LB, ←, RB, RB, Y
Rhino TankB, B, B, B, B, B, RB, LT, LB, Y, B, Y
Make Vehicle InvisibleLB, LB, X, RT, Y, LB, Y
Increase Wanted LevelRT, RT, LB, RT, ←, →, ←, →, ←
Decrease Wanted LevelRT, RT, LB, RT, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓
More ViolenceX, LB, B, ↓, LB, RB, Y, →, LB, A
Uprising Mode↓, ↑, ←, ↑, A, RB, RT, LT, LB
Pedestrians Fight Each Other↓, ↑, ←, ↑, A, LT, LB, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Fight with WeaponsRT, RB, Y, A, LT, LB, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Hate You↓, ↑, ←, ↑, A, RB, RT, LB, LT

GTA 3: All Cheats for Nintendo Switch

EffectCheat
All WeaponsZR, ZR, L, ZR, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Change Costumes→, ↓, ←, ↑, L, ZL, ↑, ←, ↓, →
Clear WeatherL, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, X
Cloudy WeatherL, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, Y
Foggy WeatherL, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, X
Rainy WeatherL, ZL, R, ZR, ZR, R, ZL, A
Destroy All CarsZL, ZR, L, R, ZL, ZR, X, Y, A, X, ZL, ←
Fast MovementX, ↑, →, ↓, Y, L, ZL
Slow MotionX, ↑, →, ↓, Y, R, ZR
Speed Up TimeA, A, A, Y, Y, Y, L, X, A, X
Money CheatZR, ZR, L, L, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full ArmorZR, ZR, L, ZL, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Full HealthZR, ZR, L, R, ←, ↓, →, ↑, ←, ↓, →, ↑
Flying Vehicle→, ZR, A, R, ZL, ↓, L, R
Improve Driving SkillsCR, L, ZR, L, ←, R, R, X
Rhino TankA, A, A, A, A, A, R, ZL, L, X, A, X
Make Vehicle InvisibleL, L, Y, ZR, X, L, X
Increase Wanted LevelZR, ZR, L, ZR, ←, →, ←, →, ←
Decrease Wanted LevelZR, ZR, L, ZR, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓, ↑, ↓
More ViolenceY, L, A, ↓, L, R, X, →, L, B
Uprising Mode↓, ↑, ←, ↑, B, R, ZR, ZL, L
Pedestrians Fight Each Other↓, ↑, ←, ↑, B, ZL, L, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Fight with WeaponsZR, R, X, B, ZL, L, ↑, ↓
Pedestrians Hate You↓, ↑, ←, ↑, B, R, ZR, L, ZL

GTA 3 is now considered one of the “oldies” in gaming. Nevertheless, it still enjoys great popularity. One player made a special discovery when purchasing the game and is now indulging in nostalgia: Player buys used version of GTA 3, finds nostalgic “family heirloom” in the packaging

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Source(s):
  1. Gamespot

Elden Ring: Nightreign – Everything about the current server down and patch 1.02.3

On September 24, 2025, Patch 1.02.3 for Elden Ring: Nightreign will be released. You can find out when the servers will be down, when you can play again, and the patch notes here.

Server Down in Nightreign – from when? The servers were taken down on September 24, 2025, at 10:00 CEST (17:00 JST, 01:00 PDT) on all platforms.

When can I play Nightreign again? According to a post on X.com, the maintenance and implementation of the patch will take around 1 hour. We will inform you as soon as the servers are available again.

What happens during the server down? The servers will be taken offline. During this time, you can only play Nightreign offline and solo. However, the servers are back online now. If you encounter any issues, restart the game and log in again.

You can find out what’s in the patch in the next section. The patch notes for Elden Ring: Nightreign are only available once the patch is online.

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Elden Ring Nightreign: Trailer introduces new 2-player mode

All Patch Notes for 1.02.3

When will the patch notes be released? The patch notes are usually released shortly after the servers are back online. We will keep an eye on the server status and inform you of all changes that have been released.

As for the changes, there are no speculations about what FromSoftware has planned for the future update. It is quite possible that this patch, due to the short duration of the downtime, only addresses some issues – no content update.

    In the future, Nightreign is also expected to receive additional content such as a major DLC. This will likely introduce new bosses and characters to bring fresh air. To find out more about what else is in store for you, the latest status on planned content, and when you can expect it, read here: Elden Ring: Nightreign – roadmap and upcoming content

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    One of the biggest Twitch streamers presents his team for EA FC 26; says: A freshly crowned world footballer also impresses on console

    The streamer GamerBrother recently assembled his first FC-26 team in a Twitch stream. In the shadow of an absolute goal guarantee, the newest World Footballer shines especially – even off the real pitch.

    Who is the streamer? The streamer GamerBrother is one of the biggest content creators on EA FC 26 with 1.14 million subscribers on YouTube and 681,000 followers on Twitch. He recently introduced his team in a video on YouTube: A team filled with legends, powerful offensive strength, and made possible only by a solid amount of capital. 

    For not only does the starting lineup feature four icons: Toni Kroos, Dennis Bergkamp, Ruud Gullit, and Paolo Maldini. Particularly the striker should intimidate many before the match: Manchester City top scorer Erling Haaland (In-Form Gold, 91) and the new Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé (Gold, 90). The latter alone costs almost 2.5 million coins.

    How exactly GamerBrother designed the team and why he believes Haaland and Dembélé are so good is discussed here. 

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    EA FC 26 shows many changes for the career mode that provide more dynamics

    Terror duo for as many goals as possible

    Why do Haaland and Dembélé dominate the attack? GamerBrother refers to them as a “terror duo.” He substantiates the quality of this dynamic pair with numbers:

    Haaland has scored an incredible 14 goals in four matches, while the French shooting star contributed seven goals and four assists. But while the Norwegian attacking jewel is crushing Division Rivals, Dembélé is visibly pulling the strings in GamerBrother’s gameplay. Especially his passing accuracy and his status as a lively, fast hub regularly make the PSG player a match-winner.

    What does this mean for the new EA FC? The streamer is making the prediction that this could very well be the first successful recipe: A two-striker setup with a robust forward and a lively attacker could likely pave the way to the coveted Weekend League. Generally, the first opinions about the new football hit say that pace should play a bigger role in the online mode again. That makes Haaland (87) and Dembélé (91) fit perfectly into the scheme.

    Cool squad for big money

    Who else made it into the team? The complete starting XI of the 4-1-2-1-2 looks as follows:

    • Gianluigi Donnarumma as goalkeeper 
    • Nuno Mendes as left back
    • Josip Stanišić as center back
    • Paolo Maldini as center back
    • Jeremie Frimpong as right back
    • Joshua Kimmich as central defensive midfielder
    • Toni Kroos as left central midfielder
    • Ruud Gullit as right central midfielder
    • Dennis Bergkamp as attacking midfielder
    • Ousmane Dembélé as striker
    • Erling Haaland as striker

    How realistic is it to have this team at the start? GamerBrother must have dug deep into his digital wallet for this team. We recreated the team on futbin: the team costs a whopping 13,653,750 coins at the beginning of the new EA FC title – that’s quite steep. A real fortune for starting the new Ultimate Team season. If you’d like to know more before the release of the new EA FC 26, check this out: EA FC 26: Pitch Notes reveal dozens of new features – the most important changes at a glance.

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    36 years ago, one of the best Batman stories was released, in which he accidentally finds his parents’ murderer

    Batman faces many enemies: crazy clowns, aliens, or a giant crocodile. The greatest detective in the world had to confront a serial killer over 100 years ago, who is still known by almost everyone today.

    The author Brian Augustyn and editor Mark Waid faced a problem in the late 1980s. Waid was granted an Annual. This is a longer issue with double the pages that is intended as a special and usually does not belong to the story of the monthly releases. So he had to come up with something special.

    Since he had already written many stories, Mark came up with a brilliant idea: alternate stories. So well-known heroes in new situations or eras. This led to the creation of Batman: Gotham By Gaslight in 1989, together with artist Mike Mignola, known from Hellboy. In this story, Bruce Wayne is still Batman, but he exists in a Gotham of the 1890s, and his opponent is none other than the legendary Jack The Ripper.

    Batman – Gotham by Gaslight and other stories (Deluxe Edition) was sent to MeinMMO by Panini as an editorial review copy.

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    Robert Pattinson in the atmospheric trailer of ‘The Batman’

    Same Motivation, Different Time

    What happens in Gotham by Gaslight? The story begins with a flashback that Batman fans know all too well. Bruce is out at night in a carriage with his parents. Suddenly, they are disturbed by a robber. The parents die, but Bruce survives.

    The following years Bruce spent abroad, training his mind and body. As an adult, he returns to 1890s Gotham and becomes Bat-Man to fight crime at night. While doing so, a well-known serial killer lurks in Gotham: Jack The Ripper. The killer no longer operates in London and instead starts killing prostitutes in Gotham.

    The public is uncertain whether Bat-Man is the killer, and an uneasy atmosphere develops in the city. However, Commissioner Tolliver, Gordon’s boss, has a man in his sights. Bruce Wayne is often absent, and a bloody razor is found in his villa. In a comparatively unfair trial, he is sentenced to death.

    Desperate, Bruce tries to find out who has done this to him. An old picture of his father gives him a clue: an old comrade is Jack The Ripper. Bat-Man confronts him and learns that he killed his parents. The reason: Martha Wayne, Bruce’s mother, rejected and laughed at him. This made Jack obsessive and started his killing spree. Bruce was supposed to be the last victim of his revenge.

    The special thing here is that a potential murderer of Batman is shown in a comic. This happens rather rarely, and if it does, then mostly in films (like in Batman from 1989). Overall, it is rare because it does not matter for Batman stories.

    Batman: Gotham by Gaslight is a really good Batman story because the style fits the hero perfectly.

    Batman Gotham by Gaslight and other stories Deluxe Edition panini Cover
    The cover of Batman – Gotham By Gaslight and other stories (Deluxe Edition)

    Batman and Gothic Horror are a Perfect Match

    What does MeinMMO editor Nikolas Hernes say about Batman – Gotham by Gaslight? Panini sent us the Deluxe Edition of Batman – Gotham by Gaslight and other stories as an editorial review copy. Every Batman fan should read the main story by Augustyn and Mignola, even if it is an alternate universe.

    Authors and artists have often borrowed elements from the gothic (horror) genre for Batman stories. After all, it fits perfectly. Batman is a dark figure who spreads fear and terror among criminals at night. Even his costume reminds one of Dracula.

    Gotham By Gaslight leans completely into it. The relatively simple story is still exciting, and especially Mike Mignola was a superb choice as the artist. His work with shadows and the presentation of Bat-Man is strong. He operates in the dark, and one usually only sees silhouettes. Bat-Man is like a gothic horror monster, only he aims to be that for villains.

    Connecting Bruce’s backstory with Jack The Ripper was just as brilliant a move because Batman is also known as a detective, and who else should he have as an opponent if not the most infamous serial killer in the world.

    The Deluxe Edition also contains other Batman stories. The continuation of Gotham by Gaslight (Batman: Master of the Future) is indeed quite fun, but it cannot compare to the wonderful illustrations of Mike Mignola. The other stories, while entertaining, are not particularly special. The story about Clayface, in particular, does not fit in well with the others and feels rather out of place in the Deluxe Edition.

    Overall, this new Deluxe Edition, released on September 16, 2025, is especially exciting for collectors. The hardcover binding is nice, and Bryan Augustyn’s foreword adds great context to the creation of the comic.

    How can one read Batman – Gotham by Gaslight? If you want a current German version, the new Deluxe Edition is a good choice, especially if you enjoy collecting comics. In English, you can find Batman-Gotham by Gaslight at a lower price, sometimes even used or as a Kindle version. If you want to experience the story only in black and white, there is the so-called Batman Noir version.

    In 2018, an animated film based on Batman: Gotham By Gaslight was also released. However, the film only captures the basic idea of the work and adds other characters and a different course of the story. You can find an iconic Superman story here: One of the most powerful heroes died 32 years ago, and his death remains one of Superman’s most important stories

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    For 11 years, players have mourned a horror game that never released, but a new trailer is sparking hope

    It has been 11 years since P.T was released. Although the game will never be launched as a demo, fans are finding new hope. The studio behind it is coming back with a new game that looks quite similar.

    Which game is being talked about? The name of this game is OD, and it comes from developer legend Hideo Kojima. Judging by the first teaser, it is a horror game that finally translates the oppressive atmosphere of P.T into a full game.

    The video is more of a trailer than a teaser in length but reveals very little about the game. Moreover, trailers for games from Hideo Kojima tend to be up to 10 minutes long, so this labeling is quite fitting for his standards. 

    Here you can see the teaser for OD – the new horror game from Hideo Kojima:

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    Developer legend Hideo Kojima presents his new horror game OD in a first teaser

    What does the teaser show? In it, we see a woman in a room. It is sparsely furnished, and there are candles placed on a kind of small chest of drawers or nightstand. The atmosphere is bleak: You can hear the raindrops hitting the windows and thunder rumbling. The outside world is shrouded in fog.

    The woman is trying to light some candles. Odd things happen: eerie sounds, including baby cries, can be heard. Additionally, there is a knocking on a red door behind her – until it opens and a massive creature steps towards her.

    From P.T to OD – Fans are full of hope

    Fans immediately think of P.T: This name appears frequently in the comments on YouTube. It was actually just a playable demo on the PS4 for Silent Hills, which was planned as a new game in the popular “Silent Hill” series.

    P.T was developed by Hideo Kojima, who became famous primarily for his “Metal Gear” games. However, before the finished game could be released, a falling out occurred between him and publisher Konami. Silent Hills was subsequently canceled, and P.T was removed from the PlayStation Store.

    Fans are still mourning the game to this day. P.T was a truly atmospheric horror experience, albeit limited to the duration of a short demo. Many players are therefore hoping that OD delivers the form of horror that P.T promised around 11 years ago.

    • “Close enough, welcome back P.T,” writes mryurei8656 in a comment on YouTube.
    • Grett_dma is excited too: “Finally, we are getting a Kojima horror game – what a time to be alive!”
    • “Dropping this trailer just before the release of Silent Hill f is truly a power move,” comments 1gnore_me. After all, a game for Silent Hill was one of the last projects Kojima led at Konami.

    When will the game be released? OD does not have a release date yet. It is also unclear on which platforms the game will run. Since Xbox Game Studios is involved in the development this time, it is uncertain whether and when a PS5 version will be released.

    Hideo Kojima is known for eccentric games, his attention to detail, and cinematic cutscenes. However, one particular skill that helps him in game development he should rather not apply in real life. You can find out what that is in this article: A legendary developer has trained skills to create better games – if he were to use them, he would probably end up in prison.

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