Why ESO is particularly worthwhile for newcomers and twinks this weekend

In The Elder Scrolls Online, there is a special event happening this weekend. You can earn additional XP, resources, and quest rewards. This is particularly worthwhile for newcomer players and those looking to level new characters.

What kind of event is this? Currently, the Explorer Celebrations are taking place in ESO. During this short event, there are all sorts of useful rewards for you:

  • There are double experience points from all sources. The effect is cumulative and is also applied to other bonuses such as scrolls.
  • There are double yields from resource nodes (except for fishing).
  • You receive twice as much gold from killing monsters, from quest rewards, and “similar sources”.

This event is especially worthwhile for players who have just started fresh with ESO or want to level new characters. With this, they benefit the most from additional XP and rewards from quests.

How long does the event run? The Explorer Celebrations are already active and will continue until Monday, November 16 at 4:00 PM.

Tips to effectively utilize the event

Here’s how to level up really fast: If you want to maximize the potential of your new characters during this event, we at MeinMMO have already compiled 5 places to level up quickly.

The Moon Henge, located in the Greenshadow region, is particularly lucrative. There you can find the quest “The Tear of Moon Henge”, which grants you access to the Isles of Torment. Here, you will battle plenty of Daedra, which will bring you a lot of XP, as fighting these monsters promises bonuses.

Additionally, you can accept the quest starting at level 3.

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Here’s how to quickly gather gold: Another advantage during the event is that monsters drop more gold for you. Especially for characters who have not yet reached the maximum level, it is advisable to fight enemies in Public Dungeons.

They drop relatively a lot of gold and also useful equipment items.

Gathering resources can also be worthwhile. However, you should sell them later, as they are collected in abundance during the event.

You can find more lucrative gold farming tips in our guide on this.

What new class should I play? If you are relatively new to ESO, you will probably have questions about choosing classes and races. We at MeinMMO have also thoroughly tackled this topic already.

We reveal which classes are best suited for tanks, healers, DPS, or solo players:

The best class for every playstyle in ESO

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Suddenly everyone wants a Bronzor in Pokémon GO – Why?

In Pokémon GO Bronzel is the secret star of the Mini Cup. But why is this little Pokémon so sought after by Trainers in PvP? We analyze the case for you.

What is it about? Currently, the Mini Cup is running in Pokémon GO. This is a special tournament for Trainers’ battles in PvP. The twist is that only Pokémon that have an evolution but have not yet evolved themselves can participate. Additionally, the maximum CP limit is only 500. It becomes clear that only the “Little Ones” are supposed to fight – hence the “Mini” Cup.

The Cup started on November 9 and is active until November 16 at 10:00 PM. Already in the first days, a surprise favorite quickly emerged among the players. Bronzel from the 4th generation. But what makes this Pokémon so popular and at the same time so unpopular? We investigated.

This is what makes Bronzel so strong

Now we take a look at the counters and the stats of Bronzel.

Bronzel Counter Types: Bronzel belongs to the types Psychic and Steel. A difficult combination, as it receives a solid ten resistances and only four weaknesses.

It is vulnerable to Dark, Fire, Ghost, and Ground. If you attack Bronzel with these types, it weakens in battle and is quickly ousted from the favorite role.

However, it has resistances against Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, and Steel.

You can see why Bronzel is so highly regarded. The chance that opponents will attack with one of these types that Bronzel has resistances against is high.

Pokémon GO Bronzel

The Stats of Bronzel: Many players in PvP swear by fighters in their team that can withstand a lot. And here Bronzel can shine with its defensive stats.

  • Its defensive stat is 154
  • Its stamina is 149
  • Its attack is 43

At first glance, these are not impressive stats, but compared to other monsters that have a maximum of 500 CP, Bronzel performs very well.

The special Cup: The extraordinary rules of the Cup, which limits Pokémon to 500 CP that are not evolved but can evolve, brings Bronzel much further ahead.

So it is no surprise that so many players want to have the favorite of this tournament in their team.

What to do against Bronzel?

Strong counters in your teams: When we look at the counters against Bronzel, we note that these attackers are also strong against other Pokémon.

  • A Kapuno with Fire Breath + Body Slam + Crunch has good chances against Bronzel
  • A Crypto Skunkapuh with Bite + Crunch + Mud Bomb is also a good choice against Bronzel

With the attackers in your PvP team, you have a good chance of defeating players with Bronzel.

Are you currently playing the Mini Cup in Pokémon GO and have you also encountered Bronzel there often?

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CoD Cold War: Expert shows the 5 best weapons in multiplayer at launch

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War has hit the market, once again bringing an action-packed multiplayer experience. A long-time CoD expert showcases his top 5 weapons in multiplayer at the release, and MeinMMO introduces himself here.

In the multiplayer of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, everything revolves around the most refined tactics, the most suitable equipment, and the most precise aiming. But often before these things, there is the best weapon. A strong and well-playable rifle supports your tactics and rewards your precise aiming.

The YouTuber and CoD expert “TheXclusiveAce” has made it his mission right at release to show you his top 5 weapons, and we at MeinMMO do not want to keep his insights from you. We are embedding his English video here for you:

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Rank 5: Type 63 – Semi-Automatic Rifle with a Gentle Soul

What makes the weapon strong? The list starts with a firearm from the tactical rifle class. The weapons of this class resemble a mix of assault rifles and DMRs, with the Type 63 leaning more towards DMR.

You get a controllable semi-automatic rifle that allows you 3-shot kills with body hits and even goes down to 2-shot kills if you can land a headshot. This rifle is particularly suited for medium to long range and reliably takes down your enemies in the crosshairs.

Where does it have weaknesses? In close combat. When it comes to fighting at short distances, you need to land a headshot to compete against SMGs. Otherwise, you are at a disadvantage if you and your opponent begin firing at roughly the same time.

Are there any attachment recommendations? Ace recommends adding attachments for a higher rate of fire. This will further reduce your time-to-kill (TTK).

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The Type 63 deals a lot of damage while staying calm.

Rank 4: AK-47 – Hits Hard and Is Easy to Control

What makes the weapon strong? The weapon comes out at launch as a strong all-rounder and is surprisingly easy to control. The assault rifle is otherwise known for its rough character but impresses in Cold War with good handling, paired with the best TTK of the assault rifles (about 300 ms).

Where does it have weaknesses? It is slightly weak in time to aim (also about 300 ms) and its bullet speed.

Are there any attachment recommendations? You should compensate and mask both weaknesses with attachments. Although it doesn’t achieve top values here, the strong TTK and high assault rifle range make the AK-47 a reliable companion.

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The AK-47 is more stable than before, and the damage is satisfying.

Rank 3: AK-47u – An SMG with Extremely Fast Bullets

What makes the weapon strong? The AK-47u was among the best weapons in the Alpha and carries this strength into the final game. It comes with a strong TTK (258 ms), beating every submachine gun and offers exceptional bullet speed, almost double that of all competitors in the SMG class.

Where does it have weaknesses? Your aim speed with the AK-47u is more on the assault rifle level. Here it is noticeably slower than the rest of its class.

Are there any attachment recommendations? Give the weapon a boost and increase its ADS speed. Anything that gets you on target faster brings death to your enemies faster.

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Best TTK and bullet speed among the SMGs make the AK-74u a true menace.

Rank 2: M16 & AUG – Brothers from Another Mother

What makes the weapons strong? These two are also representatives of the tactical rifles, but come with burst fire (3-shot burst). The fantastic thing about these guns: If the 3 shots are well-placed (body, chest), you sweep your enemies away with a burst. They are stable, have high range, and good bullet speeds.

The two play quite similarly but come with slight differences:

  • M16 – Better recoil
  • AUG – Higher range & rate of fire
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In recoil, the M16 wins, while the AUG excels in range. Source: YouTube

Where do they have weaknesses? When the burst connects, the TTK is outstanding (150 ms). However, the weapons do not forgive. If you don’t take the enemy down directly, your TTK increases significantly, and almost all other weapons will outdo you. Therefore, only experienced shooters should use these.

Are there any attachment recommendations? Look for a sight that works for you and a few attachments that reduce your “flinch.” That is the effect you feel when enemy bullets hit you. In Cold War, that’s called “Flinch Resistance,” which you can usually find on grip attachments.

Rank 1: MP5 – The Long-Standing Performer from CoD MW

What makes the weapon strong? Someone at Call of Duty loves the German weapon MP5. The gun is once again among the top tiers of weapons in Cold War, just like in Modern Warfare. It offers the second-best TTK among the SMGs (280 ms), but comes with a significantly higher range than the Rank 3 AK-74u. Additionally, it’s stable, quick to aim, and due to its high rates of fire, a shot can sometimes go wide without causing a major disadvantage in 1vs1.

cod cold war weapons comparison range mp5 ak-74u
The range of the first damage zone is almost twice as high as that of the AK-74u. Source: YouTube.

Where does it have weaknesses? Compared to the SMG competitor AK-74u, the MP5 lacks somewhat in bullet speed. Here, the AK version excels, and the MW long-standing performer is only half as fast in terms of bullet speed.

Are there any attachment recommendations? The MP5 is extremely versatile and offers many possibilities. However, you always want to engage in close combat with the weapon, and you can modify the device accordingly – high aim speed and high barrel speeds help you outgun your enemies with the MP5. Here you can find a strong setup for the MP5.

cod cold war weapons mp5 without attachments

XclusiveAce believes that SMGs are particularly strong this year. Because the map design allows you to engage in almost any combat situation at close range. You should experiment the most at the beginning, but also use other weapon classes so you know how they perform and how to counter them better. Or you can simply start grinding the rarest camos in multiplayer.

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Player checks drop rates in Genshin Impact – invests primal gem worth 12,500 €

In Genshin Impact, the 5-star characters play an important role. However, to obtain them, luck and a lot of Primogems are required. A player attempted to accurately verify the drop rates and invested Primogems worth €12,500 for that purpose. His results are currently playing a significant role and could even save you some Primogems.

What happened? A player opened 6,000 wishes in a row and documented his experiences in a video on the platform bilibili. The opening took 76 minutes and took place back in September. However, the topic is currently more relevant than ever, and this has also contributed to the popularity of the video.

According to Digitalstatement, the player wanted to check the drop rate of 5-star characters. According to the developer miHoYo, it is 0.6%, and on average 1.6% when accounting for the “pity bonus.” This bonus increases the chance of getting a 5-star character the more wishes you open.

However, the developer’s statement was apparently not enough for the player.

How expensive were the wishes? For the 6,000 wishes, the player had to spend 960,000 Primogems. The best value pack in Genshin Impact offers 6,480 Genesis Crystals for €109.99, with one Genesis Crystal equaling one Primogem. Additionally, there are 1,600 bonus crystals included. Together, that makes it 1.3 cents per Primogem.

For all his openings, the player thus invested Primogems worth €12,480. He did not necessarily have to spend that amount, as there are also methods to farm Primogems in-game.

Drop rate is low at first and significantly increases after wish 76

Which characters did the user get most frequently? In his openings, he received the characters Qiqi, Mona, and Diluc most often.

He also noticed some interesting patterns:

  • The chance of a 5-star character is likely 0.6% in the first openings, just as the developer promises
  • However, the chance is said to increase significantly after wish 75
  • After a maximum of 90 wishes, there is guaranteed to be a 5-star character, as promised

Do these experiences hold true? This roughly aligns with what other players are currently discussing on reddit. User Bunloagus wrote about his experiences observing “whales,” that is, players who spend a lot of money.

In doing so, he also references the above video and summarizes all his results in a table. From this table he concludes that

  • The chance remains at 0.6% until wishes in the range of 30 to 50
  • After wish 75, there is then a significant increase in chance
  • Hardly anyone reaches wish 90, as they get their character before that

Learn more about the gacha system of Genshin Impact here:

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Smart ways to save Primogems

What can be learned from the entire action? If you want to save Primogems, you should only buy single wishes starting from wish number 75. Since the chance is said to rise drastically at this point, buying a 10-pack is not worth it.

Additionally, reddit user Akane_iro published a graphic with the results of simulated openings based on the above assumptions. It clearly shows that most characters would be drawn at wishes 76, 77, 78, 79, and 80. This corresponds with Bunloagus’s experiences.

Genshin Impact Actual Drops of Characters
A simulation based on experience shows that the highest probability of drawing a 5-star character is at area 76.

A similar system is also said to exist for 4-star characters. The chance is said to significantly increase after the 8th wish. We reveal which 4-star characters are the best here.

The gacha system and whales: We repeatedly report on MeinMMO about players who invest a lot of money in the gacha system of Genshin Impact. The system encourages spending real money to get better characters.

However, not everyone is happy in the end with their decision to spend money.

The streamer Mtashed is a huge Destiny fan but has also played Genshin Impact. He has invested over $5,000 into his account, but now regrets having shown the game, especially the gacha system, so often.

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The entire story of Fallout 76 explained easily – This is what has happened so far

The survival MMO Fallout 76 is now two years old. A lot has happened during this time. MeinMMO has summarized for you, in a clear way, what happens in the story.

Why the whole story now? Fallout 76 was released on November 14, 2018. A lot has changed in the game over the two years. Not only has the gameplay evolved, but the story has also grown. Overall, Fallout 76 has a rich history that new players can easily miss.

However, that would be a shame because the lore of Fallout is unique, and the story of Fallout 76 tells the origins of the entire series. The MMO takes place before all other parts and thus lays the foundation.

If you missed the story or want to start fresh with Fallout 76, we have summarized everything that has happened so far in this article for you.

The Great War and the End of the World – Backstory of Fallout 76

Before Fallout can even begin, a brief look back at the origins. Why is the world of Fallout a post-apocalypse, and what destroyed this world?

The short version is: In Fallout 76, there were never transistors, or at least they were never used and developed on a large scale. As a result, many achievements, such as digitization, never occurred, and people increasingly relied on nuclear power. However, this also led to tensions.

Conflicts between communist China and capitalist USA grew until they finally culminated on October 23, 2077, “Bombs Drop Day”, in the Great War – which involved several impacts of nuclear warheads that burned the entire world.

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On October 23, 2077, the world ended with many bangs.

The war lasted only a few hours, and afterwards, life as it was known was largely extinguished. In the USA, where Fallout takes place, some people were able to seek refuge in bunkers, the so-called Vaults.

Many of the Vaults of Vault-Tec were not safe refuges but mere stations for experiments that the company wanted to conduct on people to redefine society. Very few bunkers actually had a pure protective function. Vault 76, where you start in Fallout 76, is one of those, where top graduates of the VaultTec University were housed to rebuild the world.

From the ruins emerged new parallel governments such as the New California Republic or the Free States, as well as alliances like the Steel Brotherhood and the Raiders. Radiation also caused large parts of the flora and fauna and many humans to mutate.

Fresh out of the Vault – A New Beginning

This is the story of the beginning: At the start of Fallout 76, your task is to find a vaccine for the Scorched plague. It is spread by the gigantic Scorched beasts and causes humans to mutate into Scorched.

The disease causes people to burn from the inside out, until they inevitably die and end up as statues of coal and ash. The pain drives them insane and leads them to perceive themselves as a kind of unity with all Scorched.

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The official trailer of Fallout 76 shortly before release.

This plague has already wiped out all life in Appalachia and is responsible for the fact that the people who were there before you have all died.

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On your journey through Appalachia, you will follow the clues of your Overseer and the traces of various factions that have already lost the fight against the plague to ultimately find a cure.

Where does the plague come from? Towards the end of the story, you can glean from several records of the Enclave where the disease actually comes from. The Enclave is a secret society consisting of many politicians and important figures of the US government who want to regain power after the war.

The president of the Enclave in Appalachia, Thomas Eckhart, experimented with radiation and the FEV (“Forced Evolutionary Virus”). This is the virus from which Super Mutants emerged and resulted from a former US government experiment to create super soldiers. In the process, some bats mutated into the giant Scorched beasts, which went out of control and spread the plague.

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The Scorched beasts still haunt Appalachia today.

This is your role: You play as a resident of Vault 76, one of the experts chosen by Vault-Tec and the government to be the first humans to restore order in the wasteland.

On October 23, 2102 – exactly 25 years after the bombs fell – the doors of the Vault opened for “Reclamation Day.” Your simple task is to make Appalachia livable again, a large area in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

The Overseer, who led Vault 76, has already departed before you because you overslept. You follow her trail and complete numerous tasks for her, leading you through the wasteland of Appalachia.

The most important characters in the main story:

  • The Overseer – You follow her trail through the wasteland
  • MODUS – The AI controls the Enclave and ensures that you can drop atomic bombs
  • Paladin Taggerdy – The deceased leader of the Steel Brotherhood in Appalachia
  • Maria Chavez – One of the founders and the leader of the Responders

Wastelanders – The Return of the Humans

This is the new story: Wastelanders continues the story a year later. You have found a vaccine and are now distributing it to the people who are returning to Appalachia. To finally defeat the plague, all humans must be vaccinated. However, the newcomers initially resist.

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Since they do not trust you, they do not want the vaccination, and you must earn their trust first. This takes a while and ultimately results in you being able to gain more and more reputation with them.

Ultimately, however, you can convince them and reach the actual goal of your operation: the founding of a new government. To do this, you are searching for the gold reserves of the USA, which are said to be hidden in Appalachia.

Throughout the story, you will come across Vault 79, a government bunker where gold bars are stored and guarded by agents. You help the remaining agents and now have access to the gold bars, with which you can establish a new currency and thus a new civilization.

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Your goal is to crack Vault 79.

How does this change the world? You ensure that there is once again something with which people can trade and that has a fixed value. The gold bars are meant to replace bottle caps, which traditionally serve as currency in Fallout.

According to the Overseer, such a currency is the foundation of America, and you ensure that you can re-establish a government that manages the devastated wasteland. You need the gold to back the corresponding currency with a value. However, the story ends here for now, as you are still working on implementing the new currency and government.

These are the most important characters:

  • Paige – Leader of the Settlers in Foundation
  • Meg Groberg – Leader of the Raiders in Crater
  • The Overseer – Your boss who is leading the reconstruction
  • Derek “AC” Garrison – Leader of the Secret Service in Vault 79
  • Duchess – Owner of the Wayward, responsible for your first quests in Wastelanders
What about One Wasteland? The massive update One Wasteland fundamentally changes Fallout 76 but does not advance the story significantly. Only the return of the Steel Brotherhood is introduced in this update. However, the most important changes affect the gameplay.

The Steel Dawn and the Future of Appalachia

This is what happened recently: In One Wasteland, the Steel Brotherhood has begun to gather supplies to establish a base. You also complete missions (“daily operations”) to help the Brotherhood and prove yourself as a member.

The entire story between acquiring the gold bars and the next update revolves around preparing for the arrival.

What comes next? After the Brotherhood was wiped out in Appalachia, the main base in California sent out an expedition. This will eventually arrive after some difficulties with the new update Steel Dawn on December 1.

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Thus, the story moves into the next round and opens the chapter of one of the most well-known factions of the Fallout universe. What exactly the Brotherhood is planning, we do not know yet. But I am sure: the Steel Brotherhood is the best thing that can happen to Fallout 76.

In the interview with MeinMMO, Project Lead Jeff Gardiner and Lead Quest Designer Brianna Schneider already revealed that the story will continue in the future. Steel Dawn will thus only be the beginning of the big story about the Brotherhood.

Is that all?

We have tried to explain the lore of Fallout 76 as briefly and easily as possible. The actual story is even more intricate and tells many more stories than are presented here.

Fallout 76 thrives on exploration and discovering the small stories hidden in the world. Every place has a background, and you can learn what happened there before you arrived at most locations.

If you want a little insight into the stories that await you in the main story and beyond, take a look at the 5 most beautiful quests that Fallout 76 has to offer.

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Fortnite: 5 amazing maps from Creative mode that you definitely should try out

With map codes for Creative Mode in Fortnite you will find various maps where you can explore amazing worlds created by players. We will show you some maps that you must try.

What kinds of maps are these? Fortnite gives players the opportunity to design their own worlds in Creative Mode. These can be mini-games, parkour courses, hide-and-seek games, training maps, or even crazy worlds. You have the option to enter the code of a map in Fortnite and then unleash your creativity on that map.

Creative Mode Maps in Fortnite – Where to enter the map code?

With the twelve-digit codes, you can participate in various maps. First, find out how this works.

How to enter a code for Creative Mode in Fortnite?

  • Go to Creative Mode
  • Walk to an island
  • Hold down your interaction key, and now you can enter the code

Amazing Map Creations – Map Codes

We have selected a few maps for you where you will find breathtaking creations and quite complex designs. The selection is based on player feedback and the author’s preferences.

Purple Garden – Map Code 3449-3963-3944

This Creative Mode map was created by Team Forge and is simply amazing. You will be guided through a story that helps you escape the universe you are trapped in. The goal is to find the “purple garden.”

This “map” consists of so many levels and surprises that you will be amazed at how such a thing is possible. You will even experience a train ride and take an elevator – in Fortnite! The story consists of 2 parts, but don’t worry, you will be directly transitioned and won’t even have to go back to the center.

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City of the Future – Map Code 6476-8829-2419

This map, created by MakaMakes, looks simply stunning. It depicts a city in the future, and everyone can fly in it. You won’t just be guided through a game, you are free to start your own mini-games like car races.

The map is suitable for role-playing, as it is a complete city with a shopping mall, police station, and a bank. If you prefer to play hide-and-seek, this creation is also suitable for that, but there are many hiding spots here – so make sure you don’t get lost!

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Family Frights – Map Code 3614-7510-6821

This map is perfect for fans of horror and thrill. In Family Frights, it depends on you how much you will be scared. If you complete the “course” without mistakes, the evil spider will not scare you. The more mistakes you make, the angrier the spider will get.

In this creation, the brother of Donald Mustard, the Creative Director of Epic Games, was involved. In his video, you will see him walking through the haunted house – so don’t look inside if you don’t want spoilers!

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Winnie the Pooh – Map Code 5258-7205-6328

This creation by roystoryq lets you dive into the world of Winnie the Pooh, as if you were in Disneyland at one of the attractions. A story of the little bear is presented to you, even with giant books.

Action is provided by the ride, which consists of bumpers and can be used to travel through the story. The entire map is creatively designed, and you feel as if you are really in an amusement park.

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Aquarium – Map Code 7909-4169-8889

Have you ever wondered what an aquarium would look like in Fortnite? The creator Takkun answers this question with this incredible map. You will feel as if you have been beamed into a real aquarium.

The map is so detailed that there is incredibly much to admire. There is a mini-game where you should collect different Fishstick eggs if you want to have a task during your visit.

Important: Since this map is so detailed, there may be significant lag when you start the game. If this happens, you can go back to the menu and admire the map without playing the mini-game.

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The Creative Mode of Fortnite has a lot to offer, whether you want to design your own map or simply dive into one of these amazing creations from other players.

If you want more ideas for your next round in Creative Mode, we have some recommendations for you from various categories.

Do you know any more cool maps from Creative Mode for Fortnite or your own maps that we should add to this list? Then let us know in the comments. And also tell us which map you liked best from here.

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For the release of CoD Cold War: The story of Black Ops quickly explained

With Black Ops Cold War, a new installment in the “Call of Duty” series has been released. We at MeinMMO would like to briefly introduce you to the story of Black Ops and link you to a suitable video with a detailed summary.

When does Black Ops Cold War take place? On November 13, the latest installment of the shooter series was released. It is set in the early 1980s and deals with the Cold War period during the Reagan administration in the USA.

In the storyline campaign, you act as an elite operator, experiencing battles almost from the front row and hunting down the mysterious Soviet spy named Perseus.

Your journey takes you to numerous exciting locations such as East Berlin, Vietnam, Turkey, or the headquarters of the Soviet intelligence service KGB. Along the way, you encounter iconic Black Ops characters like Woods, Mason, or Hudson, but new heroes are also part of the story.

So that you understand who Woods, Mason, and others are, we summarize the main points of the Black Ops story. Additionally, we recommend the video by MrDalekJD, which we have also used for this article:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuNx6ppiaoA

Call of Duty: World at War

Even though World at War doesn’t have “Black Ops” in the title, this game serves as a kind of prelude to the series. It takes place in 1942 and features two different locations.

Part 1 – In the Pacific: In the Pacific, you experience the story of the American Marine Private Miller, who is rescued from a Japanese prisoner of war camp. Along with other soldiers, you first fight your way over Makin Island and later sink Japanese cargo ships.

Finally, you fight on the Japanese island of Okinawa and capture the Shuri fortress.

Part 2 – Europe: In this section, you fight as Soviet soldier Petrenko in Stalingrad. There, you receive orders from Viktor Reznov to kill the German General Heinrich Amsel.

During the Battle of Seelower Heights, you steer a T-34 tank. Eventually, you reach Berlin and storm the Reichstag building. While you hoist the Soviet flag on the building, you get shot. Reznov, who accompanied you on the missions, kills your murderer.

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Viktor Reznov will play an important role.

Call of Duty: Black Ops

In the beginning of the Black Ops series, you play the operator Alex Mason. He is strapped to an electric chair in 1968 and is being interrogated. He recalls various sections of his life.

Cuba: His story begins in Cuba in 1961 just before the Bay of Pigs invasion. Together with his comrade Frank Woods and Joseph Bowman, he breaks into Fidel Castro’s villa but only kills a lookalike.

Castro takes them captive. Mason is then handed over to Russian General Dragovich.

The reunion with Reznov: The next mission takes place in a Soviet labor camp. There, he meets Reznov, already known from World at War. Mason and Reznov have a common enemy in Dragovich. During an uprising, Mason manages to escape.

With Reznov, they go back to the year 1945. Dragovich, Reznov’s superior here, meets with a German defector who shows him the highly toxic gas Nova 6. Dragovich tries to eliminate Reznov in order to use the gas for himself. A British attack prevents this and Reznov manages to escape.

Vietnam: During the Vietnam War, Mason meets with a Russian defector – Reznov. He leads the group to Dragovich’s henchman Kravchenko and a ship carrying the gas Nova 6.

During the operation, Bowman and Woods die, as does Kravchenko.

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Woods in Call of Duty: Black Ops in Vietnam.

Isle of Rebirth: Subsequently, two teams attempt to locate Steiner, the German defector. One team is the CIA agent Hudson and on the other side are Mason and Raznov.

Raznov reaches the location first and shoots Steiner before Hudson can intervene. However, later on, the player sees the situation from Hudson’s perspective, who then sees Mason shoot Steiner.

The interrogation: It turns out that Mason is being interrogated by Hudson and his colleague Weaver. Mason then clarifies the whole situation:

  • Reznov has been dead for years, Mason has only imagined him
  • Dragovich has programmed Mason to kill the President
  • Reznov has also manipulated Mason to kill Steiner, Kravchenko, and Dragovich.

In the final part of the story, Mason and Hudson jointly attack Dragovich’s secret base, the cargo ship Rusalka off the coast of Cuba. Mason manages to kill Dragovich.

The credits depict the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Mason is also seen there. It remains unclear whether he killed the President.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

The second part takes place in 1986. Mason has settled in Alaska with his son. However, Hudson seeks him out for a new mission. Because Woods, who was supposed to have died in Black Ops, is reportedly still alive.

Woods: During Woods’ rescue, it turns out that he was captured by the terrorist Raul Menendez and his organization Cordis. During the rescue, Mason shoots the terrorist in the face, disfiguring him.

From this point on, the stories run in two timeframes. One describes events in 1986, while the other is set in the future in 2025, which has a Cold War between China and the USA at its center. The focus is on the rare earth metals.

The Past: Woods, Hudson, and Mason try to find out more about Menendez. They meet in Afghanistan, where Woods loses control upon seeing them again and throws a grenade. This kills Menendez’s sister Josefina, making the terrorist even angrier.

In another mission during the invasion of Panama, Woods accepts a mission to exchange a hostage for a prominent captive – Menendez. However, it is a trap. In reality, the captive is Mason. In a confrontation, Menendez mutilates Woods and kills Hudson. The boy David, Mason’s son, is also present.

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David Mason and Woods in conversation.

The Future: David, now an adult, tries to find out more about Menendez in several missions. He has been informed about the past by Woods.

He manages to infiltrate a mole named Farid into the terrorists and capture Menendez. However, he is freed and manages to take control of the US drone fleet.

With this, he attempts to assassinate the US President. However, David is able to protect her and locate Menendez. In the final confrontation, there are several outcomes depending on the player’s choices.

David Mason is one of the characters you can play in CoD Mobile.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 3

Black Ops 3 takes place in a dystopian future in 2065. Military technology has reached a point where robotics play a significant role in combat, and “super soldiers” have been developed to fight on the battlefield.

Here too, the role of a Black Ops soldier is assumed again. However, this part does not play an important role in the overarching story of the series.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

Even though Black Ops 4 did not have a traditional single-player campaign, there were some cutscenes and information. Thus, you directly meet Savannah Mason-Meyer, the granddaughter of Alex Mason and the daughter of David Mason, in the first cutscene.

Another character is Jessica Mason-Green, her sister. She is obviously killed in a fight. But in reality, she survives.

Donnie “Ruin” Walsh, a follower of Savannah, is lured to her by Jessica through mysterious messages. She explains what really happened:

  • Savannah tried to kill Jessica
  • Ruin and his colleague Battery were manipulated and given an alternative story
  • Savannah managed to resurrect old characters with her trillions of dollars, including Alex Mason, Woods, and also the terrorist Menendez.

This principle underlies the Battle Royale mode Blackout, in which various characters from different eras can be played.

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Here is Black Ops: Cold War

The latest installment of the series is set during the time between Black Ops and Black Ops II. That is why you should also encounter old characters from these installments.

Additionally, developer Treyarch has promised that an old character, thought to be dead, will reappear. However, who exactly that is has not been disclosed.

Which parts of the series have you played? And which one did you like the most?

You can find out more about Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and the preload for the game in this article.

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Pokémon GO now distributes Kaumalat as a quest reward – but not to everyone

In Pokémon GO, first players report that they have received Kaumalat as a reward from a field research. However, this apparently does not apply to all trainers. We show you the adjustment.

This has been reported: On the night of Saturday, first reports came from trainers who suddenly received Kaumalat from the quest “Land 3 fabulous throws in a row.” Usually, Larvitar can be found there, but now it seems that the rare monster from the 4th generation is also available.

However, there are also reports from trainers who still receive Larvitar as a reward from the quest. So not every player is lucky.

How to get Kaumalat as a quest reward

These trainers get Kaumalat: The chance of getting Kaumalat seems to be related to the XP tests that Niantic is currently conducting. This particularly affects players from Australia and New Zealand, but other trainers around the world are also occasionally affected by these tests.

The affected players then receive more XP through different actions in the game than other trainers. Furthermore, probably only they have the chance to get Kaumalat from the quests.

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Could everyone get Kaumalat soon? This could very well be the case. After all, Niantic is currently testing this new XP system. Should the tests be successful, then more trainers will probably gain access to these tests and could also receive Kaumalat.

However, keep in mind that the quest “Land 3 fabulous throws in a row” is quite rare. When you find it, you still have to put in a lot of effort to complete the task. After all, 3 fabulous throws in a row is no child’s play.

This quest change makes sense: The task has been unchanged in the game for months. At its introduction, Larvitar as a reward was still something special and considered rare. By now, Larvitar has been found much more frequently due to numerous events and has lost its value.

Now it makes sense to change the reward, and Kaumalat is the perfect substitute. After all, Kaumalat is still quite rare, and many trainers are still hunting for the Shiny. Through the quest, selected trainers now have the opportunity for it once again.

Anyone who currently has no chance of obtaining Kaumalat from the quests should take advantage of the current increase in trading distance. You can then actively trade Kaumalat:

Pokémon GO increases the trading distance now – but only for a short time

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The road ahead is bumpy: Destiny 2 disables bounties on the Moon, changes Nightfall

Why all this? Officially, it is stated about the bounties simply “due to a problem”. Bungie does not go into further detail.

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However, player reports indicate that you could earn enormous amounts of XP through an exploit with the mentioned bounties on the Moon. As a result, some players were already able to level up the Season Pass at record speed and claim the rewards there. When these bounties will be reactivated is currently unknown.

In the Fire Pit Nightfall, it was sometimes impossible to complete the strike due to a bug. Therefore, Bungie decided to make a switch here.

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This has happened before: These 2 changes are based on the recent issues that Bungie has addressed after the launch of the new season and Beyond Light.

Previously

After the bumpy launch of Beyond Light, the first week of Year 4 continues to be bumpy.

What do you think of Beyond Light so far? Since November 10, the new expansion Beyond Light for Destiny 2 has been available. So far, player feedback has been mixed, there is indeed praise but also quite a bit of criticism. Here we have taken a look at the current mood and are asking you in a survey for your opinion:

Has Destiny 2 delivered with Beyond Light? Here’s what players think so far

After a troubled launch of Beyond, things are still not quite right with Destiny 2 . Now Bungie has disabled some bounties on the Moon. And they have also replaced the Nightfall strike. Why?

What’s going on with Destiny 2?  Just a few days ago, with the launch of the new expansion Beyond Light and the Season 12 the 4th year has begun.

However, the start of the new chapter in the Destiny story was bumpy. There were server issues, some Guardians couldn’t even get to play on release night. And with the major Update 3.0.0.1, some bugs and issues crept into the game that Bungie is now gradually fixing. Or wants to fix.

On Europa, the Guardians find new adventures when they get there

Bungie has now announced: On the evening of November 13, the studio communicated 2 issues and their consequences for the game via their Help account on Twitter.

  • On one hand, the repeatable bounties on the Moon will be temporarily disabled
  • On the other hand, they are changing this week’s strike in Nightfall: the Fire Pit from “Exodus Crash” to “Fallen from Grace”

Both changes have been live since yesterday evening (November 13).

Why all this? Officially, it is stated about the bounties simply “due to a problem”. Bungie does not go into further detail.

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However, player reports indicate that you could earn enormous amounts of XP through an exploit with the mentioned bounties on the Moon. As a result, some players were already able to level up the Season Pass at record speed and claim the rewards there. When these bounties will be reactivated is currently unknown.

In the Fire Pit Nightfall, it was sometimes impossible to complete the strike due to a bug. Therefore, Bungie decided to make a switch here.

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This has happened before: These 2 changes are based on the recent issues that Bungie has addressed after the launch of the new season and Beyond Light.

Previously

After the bumpy launch of Beyond Light, the first week of Year 4 continues to be bumpy.

What do you think of Beyond Light so far? Since November 10, the new expansion Beyond Light for Destiny 2 has been available. So far, player feedback has been mixed, there is indeed praise but also quite a bit of criticism. Here we have taken a look at the current mood and are asking you in a survey for your opinion:

Has Destiny 2 delivered with Beyond Light? Here’s what players think so far

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3 Reasons why you as a WoW veteran should return with Shadowlands

With Shadowlands comes the eighth expansion for World of Warcraft. The new addon brings significant changes and new features, some of which may particularly interest veterans. MeinMMO introduces you to three of these innovations.

What will I find here? In our articles and specials, we have already presented the greatest features of Shadowlands, such as the core feature: the Covenants and their rewards.

We want to take a closer look at what the upcoming expansion Shadowlands has in store for returning and new players.

In doing so, we not only highlight changes like the returning class abilities but also specifically show which contents are worth it in Shadowlands and for whom.

Torghast – The best thing WoW has ever had

What is Torghast? The Tower of the Damned is the new roguelike endgame activity in Shadowlands. The (almost) endless tower offers various wings where you fight through increasingly difficult layers.

WoW Shadowlands Torghast Environment
The towering structure stands in the Maw, the final area of the expansion.

Torghast is designed for players who have completed the story of Shadowlands and are looking for a challenge. However, you also need the tower to obtain materials for the new legendary items that you can craft in Shadowlands.

Additionally, Torghast itself offers a story that you must play through as part of the campaign to progress further.

Why is Torghast worthwhile? Torghast presents one of the biggest challenges in the game and can be completed solo or in a group. The great uniqueness is that you can enhance yourself with various perks, known as Anima powers.

As you fight your way through the layers, you will find such powers that enhance and modify your abilities. This allows for some crazy builds that are not playable anywhere else in WoW – like mages who can create dozens of mirror images of themselves to overwhelm their enemies.

For diligent players, there are rewards beyond the coveted materials. Those who exceed their quota can earn chic cosmetics in Torghast. You can read more about the tower and its contents in our special issue on WoW Shadowlands, coming out on November 24.

Who should check it out? Torghast is an activity for all players. Those who just want to collect their materials can leisurely stroll through the layers and clean up at a level that suits them. Those seeking a challenge can make it increasingly difficult in the “Endless Corridors”.

As the difficulty adjusts to group size, Torghast is suitable for both solo and group players. Players who want to get familiar with a new class or reacquaint themselves with a familiar class will likely spend many hours in the tower.

Torghast also offers a high replay value. Even Cortyn from MeinMMO says: “I was only in Torghast for an hour and became addicted immediately.

A new leveling system is ideal for newcomers and returning players

What is this new system? Shadowlands revamps the entire leveling system of World of Warcraft. And this doesn’t only refer to new and scaling areas, as was done in Cataclysm. Shadowlands brings:

The system is designed so you can play as you wish from the start. Only for completely new players is it intended that you start on the island and then play through BfA to understand the story connection to Shadowlands.

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What makes it so special? The new system has several advantages for both returnees and new players. As a veteran, you can play through your favorite expansion again and indulge in nostalgia – as many players already do in the pre-event of Shadowlands.

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There’s already a reunion with many old, familiar bosses.

You can relive all quests from your favorite addon and visit areas you haven’t seen in years while also working towards the new content. Or you can purposelyavoid the worst expansions of WoW.

As a newcomer, particularly with the island, you will be better introduced to the game and all the mechanics you need to know. And there are now so many of them, that WoW can actually be too difficult for newcomers. Even the basic functions of your class and combat will be explained to you there.

A story with many familiar faces

This is the story: The Shadowlands, which you travel to with Shadowlands, are the realm of the dead of World of Warcraft. Sylvanas Windrunner has shattered the Helm of Domination, with which the Lich King maintains control over the undead and thereby torn the veil that separates the worlds.

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Briefly destroyed one of the most powerful artifacts in the world – with bare hands.

This leads to the situation that now even you as a living person can travel to the realm of the dead. There are issues with the influx of souls and their energy, Anima. However, you only begin to uncover this in the course of the expansion. In our article, you will find a summary of the story of Shadowlands – what is it actually about?

More importantly, many well-known characters from the history of World of Warcraft make an appearance again, especially those who have died. After all, we will visit them in their new “home”.

Whom will we meet again? Over the years, many notable characters have passed away in WoW. From the “Afterlives” cinematics in preparation for Shadowlands and other sources, we already know with certainty who we will see again:

Additionally, the video about the Kyrians and Uther revealed, that Arthas may not have been such a bad guy after all. It’s possible that we might encounter the former Lich King again.

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Swapped roles: Uther takes revenge on Arthas.

Who is this interesting for? Especially fans of the lore of WoW and players who enjoy indulging in the story will be delighted to meet familiar faces again. This also creates a connection to the game. Those who already know some of the key characters will feel at home right away.

If you want to learn more about the new expansion, you can find all the info on features, zones, and story about Shadowlands in our special on MeinMMO.

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Head behind CoD Cold War tells us: “Players want more of what they had before”

With Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, the latest installment in the CoD series celebrates its release and the popular Black Ops series its 10th anniversary. In an exclusive interview with MeinMMO, Dan Bunting, Co-Studio Head of Treyarch, spoke about the success of the series and answered some interesting questions about the new Cold War.

What’s happening right now in Call of Duty Black Ops? Today, November 13, 2020, the new Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War launched early this morning (German time).

And many CoD fans might have been looking forward to it – after all, games in the Black Ops series are among the most popular installments in the “Call of Duty” franchise, alongside Modern Warfare. Additionally, the series returns to its roots with Cold War and continues the story of the first and for many players the best Black Ops installment.

The Black Ops series also recently turned 10 years old on November 9. We took this as an opportunity to ask the Co-Studio Head of CoD developer Treyarch numerous questions about Black Ops, especially regarding the new Cold War.

By the way, you can find the most important information about CoD Cold War here:

Who is speaking in the interview? In the discussion were Dan Bunting, Co-Studio Head of Treyarch, and Sven Galitzki, shooter expert from MeinMMO.

Dan Bunting is a CoD and Black Ops veteran and has been involved in leading positions in the franchise since Call of Duty 2.

Dan Bunting (Source: Activision)

This is what Treyarch told us in the interview about the new CoD Cold War and the Black Ops series

MeinMMO: A little over 10 years ago, the first Black Ops was released. Today, 10 years later, it is one of the 2 most successful series in the CoD franchise – along with Modern Warfare. Did you think that Black Ops would ever become such a big success?

Dan Bunting: I believe we never start a game thinking about where the journey will take us. You take one step at a time, it has always been that way. […] When we developed Black Ops, I don’t think anyone thought: Will this become a franchise or a sub-series? It was basically just: let’s make this cool game. And that’s how we approach each title. We simply try to deliver a good game each time, and if it leads somewhere – great. 

In the newer titles, we tend to focus on the story. We like to leave several loose ends so that the story can develop in multiple directions – depending on where the game goes. But that’s something we do now; we didn’t think like that in the past.

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Black Ops 1 from 2010

MeinMMO: Now, 10 years later, Black Ops has a certain tradition. What defines Black Ops? What makes Black Ops, Black Ops?

Dan Bunting: I think what fundamentally makes Black Ops for people is: It’s based on conspiracy theories. It includes enough history and reality to create a connection to the real world, so that some can say: “Oh yeah, I remember that” or “I read about that in history class” or so. It weaves through true history, or as we like to say: Through the history you think you know. It’s not what’s in the headlines; it’s more about what’s between the lines. It’s based on the idea that there is always something beneath the surface that you don’t get from history class or the news.

There are so many secret informations that will likely be lost to history and so many stories from that time that you may never hear about – it leaves enough room for your imagination. And people love this conspiratorial direction; it makes everything more thrilling and interesting. I mean, an entire genre of TV shows is based on conspiracy theories. That’s a natural phenomenon on which we build our game. We are all human; we all try to discover the dramatic. Even if in the end it might not have been that dramatic. But due to the lack of transparency and objectivity, we start to fill in the gaps that result from it. And those gaps are usually filled with much more exciting things than what actually happened in real life. And that’s what Black Ops has always been based on. It’s a world where it’s about what happens behind the story we think we know. That’s part of the success over the years.

And Cold War was an opportunity for us to return to the roots of the original Black Ops – to that era of the Cold War with all its conspiracy theories, to what characterizes this series.

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Black Ops 3 takes place in the future

MeinMMO: This brings me to the next question. Since Black Ops 1, the series has become increasingly futuristic. Why did you return to the classic Black Ops experience with Cold War right now?

Dan Bunting: It seemed like the right time for us. When you read the forums, when you read what people are writing online, you notice a real nostalgia around Black Ops. And it seems that this has grown stronger over the past years. Perhaps it’s just a reaction to the fact that we’ve gone into the future and people wish for something from the other end of the spectrum – this pure, original experience we once offered. But also because the time we live in right now provides the perfect scenario for it. Looking at what’s happening in the world right now, there are a lot of frightening parallels to the situation during the Cold War. There are increasing tensions; political polarization is becoming stronger, and there are all sorts of conspiracy theories about governments or evil actors on the world’s political stage. Then there’s the issue of fake news; the whole climate that currently exists – Going back to this era seemed very appropriate for today’s times. That should appeal to many people.

MeinMMO: Speaking of history – how much of the Cold War story is actually based on true events? It’s said that some of it comes from declassified CIA files that were once secret.

Dan Bunting: We tell a fictional story; we have always done that. What we have fun with is going back into history, looking at certain events, and saying: Okay, we see this on the surface. This could inspire us – for a mission. For a character. But everything beyond that point is mostly unknown, so we create our own stories right there. That’s where we have our fun. As developers, as storytellers.

A good example of this is Perseus, our villain [from Cold War]. That was a real historical character. There were many speculations about who it actually was, but it was never definitively revealed. It was as if this person simply disappeared. And we thought this would be a suitable villain for Black Ops.

A scene from the campaign of Black Ops Cold War

MeinMMO: With Cold War, the Black Ops series brings a fully-fledged single-player campaign. Why? Do you see an increasing interest in single-player content, or is there a higher demand for a better, larger multiplayer experience like Warzone?

Dan Bunting: To be honest, we see both. I think there is a greater interest in single-player content and stories in recent years. Simply because a large part of the gaming industry has transitioned to online multiplayer live games. A story-driven single-player campaign is typically something that one plays once and then moves on. But I think there is an increased interest, an increased demand. Players want more of what they had before. I don’t know if there are now significantly more than before, but we see an increase across all areas. More players are diving into multiplayer than ever before, and we are also seeing more players who play campaigns. Players are simply spending more time with games – especially those they enjoy.

MeinMMO: Do you want to stay with the Cold War setting in the future, or will there be futuristic scenarios again in Black Ops?

Dan Bunting: As I said, we never know. Right now, we just want to get the game out. We want people to have a good time with it. We want to deliver good fresh content that entertains players. Where it goes from here – we will wait and see. I think the current way we make games resonates well with people – something more down-to-earth, immersive, and perhaps even a bit slower than it has been in the past. I think we’re exactly where our audience wants us to be, and we’ll see where the journey goes from here.

MeinMMO: Black Ops 4 was a good game, laid the groundwork for Warzone, but received regular criticism – especially regarding microtransactions. What were your most important lessons from the predecessor of Cold War?

Dan Bunting: The team was very proud of Black Ops 4. Entering the battle royale genre was something special. At that time, we had played numerous titles in the genre as fans. So, it was a natural step for us to go in that direction and establish a brand new, large-scale multiplayer playground. We refer to that as a sandbox experience. Even though ultimately, battle royale is a multiplayer experience – I think players love it because of its sandbox character. Nothing is predictable. There are these crazy, one-of-a-kind moments that you can’t repeat. That has appealed to many players – whether they are extremely competitive or casual players. The genre was fantastic for that.

With Black Ops 4, we also learned a lot. For example, regarding the live operation of games. With Black Ops 3, we still had the traditional DLC model with DLCs that were released quarterly. Black Ops 4 had a seasonal structure where we essentially had to refresh the whole game every 2 months. That was a big learning experience for the team. […] Before that, we were used to just delivering content – and that was it. But for the first time, we said: Content lives. Content changes; it develops constantly. Here we learned how to organize the team around such a model.

We also learned that many players are still interested in single-player content. A question was whether there is an increasing demand. And that really opened our eyes to the fact that people wanted that. […] The game [Black Ops 4] was doing well, but you could see that people missed it on an emotional level.

Moreover, that was a time when the industry model was changing. We were caught between the old DLCs, loot-based systems, and so on, as well as the leap to a full-fledged, robust live-service model. We were in the midst of a transition. I think we learned a lot there about how to do post-launch content correctly.

The multiplayer of the new Cold War could already be tested in advance

MeinMMO: Players were able to try out the Cold War multiplayer already. There was an alpha and an open beta. There was a lot of feedback. What were your key takeaways from it?

Dan Bunting: That’s something that is extremely valuable for us as developers because we live off of this constant feedback. That’s something we do while the game is still internal and even after it is released. We need to listen to our audience.

I think people saw that we made a lot of changes between the alpha and the beta. Mainly to the movement system and weapon tuning. That’s always the be-all and end-all. Because people always look at that first: How does the game feel in combat? How do my movements feel? How do my weapons feel? How does the core gameplay feel? I think you could see that a lot was done to these systems between the alpha and the beta. And even more between the beta and launch. So I would say number 1 is tuning the weapons and movement systems. 

Then there’s the scorestreak system. We have a new scorestreak system this year where players also retain their points after death. It’s clear: Every time you change something in our franchise, it gets polarized. Some demand changes; others demand that nothing changes. It’s always this constant struggle between different views. But the scorestreak system is exciting because it gives access to players who normally wouldn’t get scorestreaks. So, it will grant them access to content they may not have had in previous games. The big challenge was to balance everything. Because killstreaks, scorestreaks, or whatever system it is – that’s something very important for our hardcore and competitive fans. So you have to try to find a balance between these two groups of players – and that wasn’t an easy task. But I think we did well. Once the game is out, it should feel good for everyone – for players who are new, who play occasionally, or who normally don’t have access to scorestreaks, as well as for players who like to push it to the max. We’ve also done a lot of tuning here.

And then we’ve also improved various systems across the board: social systems, progression systems, and so on.

Warzone is becoming more and more the focus in Call of Duty

MeinMMO: For me and for some other players, it seems like there is a shift in focus. From the annual CoD releases to Warzone. I mean, Cold War will be integrated into Warzone, not the other way around. How important is Warzone for Cold War?

Dan Bunting: Warzone is incredibly important. Now there’s this vast battlefield for players; it’s free to play, so many players have access to it that you might not have reached with your annual premium game before. So there is access to many more players. And it brings people to Call of Duty. To the gameplay in the style of “Call of Duty”. It feeds the overall player ecosystem – even cross-title. It used to be that I liked this sub-series or that sub-series. Now you no longer have to choose. Now it’s: You like Call of Duty, and that brings you into this ecosystem with a gigantic community that is now connected across [CoD] games. And Warzone is the link that brings the games together.

As you said, we learned a lot from Blackout. That helped us to get a foot in the Battle Royale genre and understand how to build and operate a really robust live service. I think we’ve now elevated that to another level, and we’re very excited about what it will bring for the franchise in the future.

MeinMMO: With the integration of Modern Warfare and Cold War into Warzone, you basically chose the best solution for all players. However, with these new freedoms, some people are saying that in terms of multiplayer, there’s really no reason to switch to Cold War if you own Modern Warfare or primarily play Warzone. How do you specifically want to appeal to players about the traditional Cold War multiplayer?

Dan Bunting: For me, there’s nothing that indicates such a development. What we’re seeing, however, is a broader multiplayer audience than we’ve ever had. People come, try Warzone, get a feel for Battle Royale, and then see all the other content. And then say: I want to try that out because it looks really cool. So they get into the multiplayer of Modern Warfare. Or from Cold War. […] So it opens doors for numerous players – in ways they didn’t have before. We are seeing a very healthy player population on both sides – between the regular, traditional multiplayer and the Battle Royale.

I think that both complement each other and do not compete. There is an increasing interest on both sides. There are players who traditionally play the 6v6 experience or play competitively – and you can see them moving into Battle Royale and having a good time there. And vice versa, you can also see players starting with the Battle Royale experience then moving into the traditional multiplayer. […] So we are increasingly seeing players trying both. And the fundamental, traditional multiplayer experience has never been better. 

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The roadmap for the first joint season of Cold War and Warzone

MeinMMO: You have big plans for post-launch content in multiplayer. Cold War will be integrated into Warzone. But Warzone is still mainly shaped by Modern Warfare. The entire map is based on Modern Warfare. Will that change? How much Black Ops can we expect in Warzone in the future – aside from the operators and the weapons?

Dan Bunting: We have a lot of plans for the future, but it’s still too early to talk about that. However, I can tell you that personally and the team are very much looking forward to it, and that there will be some interesting narrative twists coming.

MeinMMO: Who is the biggest competitor for Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War?

Dan Bunting: With all the experience I have, I’ve never engaged in who our biggest competitor is. Because the industry changes too quickly. We just focus on making the best we can with each game. It’s really a challenge to ourselves. It may sound cliché, but we are our own competition. We always try to surpass our best previous game. For us, it’s about getting better ourselves, and every time we make a game, delivering the best possible game. I never think about what other games do. And this year I’m really proud of the team for what they’ve delivered – especially given the circumstances that everyone is currently facing. Because working from home has been a drastic change. I am very proud of what they have accomplished.

MeinMMO: What do you think Black Ops needs to stay relevant and successful in the next 10 years?

Dan Bunting: When I look back at the last 10 years – a big part of it was being able to adapt, change, and reinvent ourselves. And always being able to surprise the players. I think over the last decade, players have shown that they love the series, that they love what Black Ops represents – the characters, the era, the vibe, the perspective on history. That resonates well with players. And I don’t think that will change. As long as we can continue to reinvent ourselves and continue to surprise players in this universe – then it should go on for quite a while.

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Will Black Ops still be around and successful in 10 years? Dan Bunting is quite sure of that.

We would like to thank Dan Bunting for taking the time for us.

By the way, we will closely follow the release and content of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Warzone here on MeinMMO and provide several articles daily – whether news, specials, guides or analyses. If you want to stay updated on Cold War and the battle royale Warzone, feel free to visit MeinMMO regularly.

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FIFA 21 RTTF Event: The 2nd team is now live – featuring Hazard and Akanji

In FIFA 21, the 2nd team of the RTTF event (Road to the Final) is now known. You can find out which players are receiving new dynamic cards this time here. New Europa League cards are also on the way.

After last week the first RTTF team was introduced and on Tuesday the Europa League team followed, now the next team with new Champions League cards is up. Surprisingly, 6 new Europa League cards are also being added.

What kind of event is this? The RTTF event is a special FIFA event because it directly relates to the Champions League and the Europa League. The dynamic RTTF cards receive upgrades as the respective player’s team progresses in the competition.

A RTTF card can become a top card during the competition if the club, for example, advances to the final.

When are the new cards in the game? The new RTTF cards from the second team are now available in packs in FIFA 21 Ultimate Team. The cards from the first team are now only available on the transfer market.

Road to the Final – The new cards from the 2nd teams

These players are included: This time, many players from top teams are represented. Here you can see all players in RTTF Team 2:

There are now 5 new Champions League cards
  • Hazard (89)
  • Gabriel Jesus (85)
  • Promes (84)
  • Draxler (83)
  • Akanji (82)

Additionally, more RTTF Europa League cards will be added to the previous ones, bringing the total to 11 Europa League cards active in packs.

6 new Europa League cards are coming to the game
  • Koulibaly (89)
  • Grimaldo (86)
  • Portu (85)
  • Sissoko (82)
  • Kessie (81)
  • Bebou (80)

These players are particularly exciting: The strong cards of Eden Hazard (89), Koulibaly (89), Gabriel Jesus (85), and Akanji (82) are likely to be especially exciting.

These Bundesliga players are included: FUT players with Bundesliga teams can look forward to these dynamic cards, which will hopefully get stronger:

  • Manuel Akanji (82) – Borussia Dortmund
  • Ihlas Bebou (80) – TSG Hoffenheim

Today, the Weekend League has also started again. Here you can find tips for more victories in FUT Champions.

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Most Important Questions about CoD Black Ops Cold War Answered Quickly – FAQ about the Release

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War was released on November 13 and takes the CoD franchise into the Cold War era. MeinMMO has gathered some key questions about the new shooter and provides answers.

With a new game, a few questions often arise concerning the small but significant details of the title. This FAQ at MeinMMO is here to address those important questions about Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.

If your most pressing questions about the new CoD aren’t answered here, feel free to write them in the comments. We will try to answer them as well.

General Questions and Answers about Cold War

When can you play Cold War?

CoD 2020 has been online since the early morning hours of November 13. Here are the first reactions to the multiplayer.

Is there a Battle Pass in Cold War?

Yes, but not at release. Cold War aims to replicate the great success of CoD MW with similar formulas and therefore relies on a season system that brings a fresh Battle Pass into play with each new season.

Does Cold War support Crossplay?

Like Modern Warfare, Cold War supports extensive crossplay features and you can play with all platforms together. If you link your accounts correctly, you can also switch platforms and use your progress from PlayStation on PC.

Questions and Answers on Cross Features of Cold War

How does Crossplay work? To use it, you need to connect your Activision account with Call of Duty or your console accounts. Then, your Activision friends will also be displayed in-game, allowing you to play together in a lobby. It works just like in CoD MW.

What is Black Ops Cold War Cross Gen? The new consoles, PS5 and Xbox Series, are covered by crossplay. This means you can theoretically form a squad of 6 players, with each player on a different platform/console – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X or S, and PC (Battle.net).

Will the Cold War upgrade to PS5 / Xbox Series be free? No, you will have to pay a small fee for the upgrade to the next console generations. However, this upgrade is included in more expensive versions, such as the Ultimate Edition. The standard version does not offer it.

What about the upgrade from PS4 to PS5 and Xbox One to Xbox Series? If you’re sure you want the upgrade, get the digital “Cross-Gen Bundle”. For an additional fee of €5, you will receive the version for the old devices and also for the new consoles once they are released.

If you buy a digital version on PS4, you can purchase an upgrade later. Even if you get Cold War as a CD, an upgrade is possible. However, you will also need the PS5 with a drive, as the Blu-Ray is also required for playing.

  • PS4 Digital can be upgraded to PS5
  • PS4 Disc can be upgraded to PS5 (Disc required for playing)

For the digital version, the same applies for Xbox. Here you can easily switch to the new generation. But not with the disc version – there will be no upgrade to Series X|S for this.

  • Xbox One Digital can be upgraded to Series X|S
  • Xbox One Disc can not be upgraded to Series X|S

Can I play my PS4 / Xbox One version on next-gen? Yes, and this applies to both platforms. Thanks to the backward compatibility of next-gen consoles, you can fully use your old versions, but without the next-gen features like better graphics and the like. So you don’t have to upgrade to play Cold War on the new consoles.

When does the next-gen upgrade come out? There is currently no fixed date for the release. Activision Support mentions “later this year”. So a release shouldn’t take too long now.

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Cold War, Warzone, CoD MW and 6 different platforms come together.

Questions and Answers about the Content of Cold War

What modes does Cold War offer? The new Call of Duty comes with a total of 3 major modes: Solo campaign, PvP multiplayer, and PvE zombie mode. All 3 parts of the game offer completely different experiences and together form the new Cold War.

What can the campaign do? Here you play soldiers who are hunting a kind of super spy in the 1980s. You fight your way through scenes all over the world, including former East Berlin. Here you will find reviews from our colleagues:

What can the multiplayer do? For many, the highlight of a CoD and the most important content to keep players motivated for months. Therefore, Cold War this year offers weapons and locations from the 1980s, more about that below in “Questions and Answers about the Multiplayer of Cold War”.

What can the zombie mode do? In the PvE mode, you fight with your team against hordes of undead and try to somehow survive and get to safety. The mode comes with its own perks, weapons, and mechanics, as well as one map at launch: The Machine. You can find more about the zombie mode here.

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The zombie mode is hell for beginners and becomes addictive later.

Questions and Answers about the Future of Cold War

What does the Battle Pass of Cold War offer? With each new season, a fresh Battle Pass starts, which can reward you with more than 100 cosmetic items in exchange for experience points (Battle Pass Tiers). You have the entire season to level up the pass.

How much does the Battle Pass of Cold War cost? To unlock the premium path, you need to invest 1,000 CoD Points, which is about €10. You level up the pass regardless of whether you buy it or not. However, if you complete it, the purchase is definitely worth it. Because you will receive more CoD Points than you invest.

Some levels are also free, and you receive the items without the premium path.

When does the first season start? The release of the first season is set for December 10. Here you can find the first roadmap for it.

Is new content available before that? The first small content supply will be on November 24: The Chaos Map Nuketown ’84 will come into play.

Does new content cost anything? Gameplay-relevant content will be completely free again. New weapons, maps, modes – everything important here will be available without having to pay extra coins. Only cosmetic items cost extra.

What happens with the first season? You could almost say that multiplayer really gets going with the first season:

  • New maps and modes for the multiplayer of Cold War
  • The 2vs2 gunfights from CoD MW return
  • New weapons are added to the game
  • New zombie modes
  • A previously “secret” Warzone experience
  • The first Battle Pass of Cold War starts
  • Warzone, Cold War, and CoD MW share leveling progress and grow closer together
  • The complete prestige system goes online
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The roadmap for the first season promises a significant content boost.

Questions and Answers about the Multiplayer of Cold War

How many maps does Cold War have at launch? The new CoD offers 10 maps at start:

  • Miami, Moscow, Satellite, Garrison, Checkmate (pure 6vs6 maps)
  • Cartel, Crossroads, Armada (12vs12, 6vs6)
  • Alpine, Ruka (40vs40)

So there are 8 maps available for the standard 6vs6 modes. For comparison: CoD MW only had 6, but Black Ops 4 had 16.

Are there camos again? As in CoD usual, you can farm many camos over the next weeks and months. Find out here how to unlock the rarest weapon skins in multiplayer. In multiplayer, you can unlock a total of 38 camos for a weapon. In addition, there are another 38 in zombie mode. In total, therefore, 76 camo skins for each weapon.

Is there a prestige system? Cold War brought a prestige system back into play that is more extensive than anything CoD has offered before. You can only unlock a limited number of prestige ranks per season, but afterwards, there are “Season Master Ranks” that allow you to reach another 1,000 level tiers and reward you every 50 levels. You can find all details about the prestige system here.

What about SBMM? According to initial reports (via dailyesports.gg), CoD will return with the same matchmaking system as in Modern Warfare. However, this topic is rarely addressed by developers, so no concrete statement can be made here. It appears that Skill-Based Matchmaking is also a topic in Cold War.

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Is there splitscreen in Cold War? Yes, you can start many modes in Cold War in splitscreen. To do this, connect a second input device and press the displayed button behind “Splitscreen” in the main menu of the modes (Multiplayer or Zombie). However, to play online, your teammate needs the full setup: Activision account and a multiplayer subscription on the consoles (PS-Plus / Xbox Live).

Questions and Answers about Warzone with Cold War

What happens to my cosmetics from Modern Warfare? You can use your cosmetic items in Warzone across two CoD generations, i.e., from CoD MW & Cold War. Everything you earn or buy in Modern Warfare and Cold War will also work in Warzone.

However, you cannot use cosmetics from CoD MW in Cold War and vice versa – this only works in the Battle Royale Warzone.

Does Warzone take over the engine from Cold War? No, Warzone retains the engine from CoD MW and the modified “Cold War” engine remains in the Cold War. However, Warzone will receive content in the “Cold War” style.

How does Warzone work with Cold War? More or less, everything remains the same. Warzone will receive new content inspired by the Cold War setting, but otherwise, everything stays as usual.

While Warzone does not take on the altered gameplay feel of Cold War, the two shooters do come together closely. All cosmetics and weapons from Cold War will eventually also be available in Warzone. Even the progression systems will be merged.

Here, CoD MW also comes into play. With the start of Cold War’s first season on December 10, it doesn’t matter which CoD part you play – you will level for the Battle Pass and your CoD progress across all 3 CoDs – CoD MW, Cold War & Warzone. For MeinMMO author Sven Galitzki, this is the best solution for all CoD players.

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Is Warzone a threat to CoD: Cold War?

Listen to a discussion in the MeinMMO podcast about the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Will the integration of Cold War into the successful Warzone succeed?

System Requirements of Cold War on PC

How many GB does Cold War consume? Expect around 80 GB on PC when you install all parts of the game, without downloading the enhanced textures. According to the developers, consumption can thus still rise to 125 GB.

What are the system requirements? Activision shows a total of 5 configurations under different requirements to run Cold War smoothly. We have compiled the recommended and minimum requirements for you. In the image under this paragraph, you can see the higher requirements if you want to use ray tracing or 4K resolution.

Minimum requirements – Low quality but it works

  • Processor: Intel Core i3-4330 / AMD FX-6300
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • HDD (at release): Multiplayer – 50 GB / all game modes – 82 GB
  • Graphics card: Nvidia Geforce GTX 670 / Geforce GTX 1650 / Radeon HD 7950
  • Operating system: Windows 7 (64-bit) or Windows 10 (64-bit) (version 1803 or higher)

Recommended system requirements – Full HD with 60 FPS in most situations

  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD Ryzen R5 1600X
  • Memory: 12 GB RAM
  • HDD (at release): 82 GB storage space
  • Graphics card: Nvidia Geforce GTX 970 / GTX 1660 Super / Radeon R9 390 / AMD RX 580
  • Operating system: Windows 10 (64-bit) (latest update)
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If you have any questions left about Cold War, feel free to write them in the comments. We will try to answer them as quickly as possible. If you’re still unsure if Cold War is for you, check this out: 7 things you should know about CoD Cold War before buying.

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Destiny 2: Update 3.0.0.2/2.03 is here – The first Trials of Beyond Light are canceled

In Destiny 2, maintenance work is taking place today, November 13, on PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Google Stadia, and a new update is coming: the hotfix 3.0.0.2. Additionally, the Trials of Osiris have been canceled. MeinMMO has the most important times and info for you.

This is happening today: Just this week, Destiny 2: Beyond Light started and brought hours of maintenance work with it. Today, Friday, November 13, maintenance work is again on the schedule. This prepares for the new hotfix 3.0.0.2.

Update 6:00 PM: The hotfix is available on all platforms. On the PS5, the update is version number 2.03 and is 150 MB in size.

You need to take a forced break as the servers are unreachable for a while. MeinMMO is updating this article throughout the day and keeping you up to date.

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Maintenance on 11/13 – All about the procedure and server downtime

Here are the important times: The server downtime today will not be as long as on Tuesday:

  • At 4:00 PM German time, maintenance work will start in the background on all platforms
  • At 4:45 PM, all players will be removed from activities and the servers will go offline
  • At 6:00 PM, the servers will come back online. The update 3.0.0.2 will then roll out worldwide on all platforms
  • As soon as the update has been downloaded (and copied), you can play Destiny 2 again and continue to wreak havoc in Europe
  • By 7:00 PM, the maintenance work is expected to end as planned

Please note: Until the maintenance work is completed, there may be login issues and queues. Additionally, third-party applications and the official companion app may not function correctly.

What changes with update 3.0.0.2 in Destiny 2?

The exact changes or patch notes for hotfix 3.0.0.2 are not currently known. However, this week Bungie has already

This is what the patch notes say: The official patch notes are not very extensive.

  • Server stability has been improved
  • The hand cannon Rose is now correctly a 140 and can be equipped again
  • Crashes on Xbox have been fixed
  • The heirloom appearance is no longer available at the Exotic kiosk
  • Emblems from the Collector’s Edition can now be found in the collection

Here we have linked the English Change Log for you, as the German version is still missing:

Destiny cancels the Trials of Osiris

No Trials today? The first Trials of Osiris in Beyond Light were supposed to take place today at 6 PM. Bungie has now announced that the PvP mode is canceled today.

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As a reason, a recently discovered issue is mentioned – unfortunately, Bungie does not specify further. Some players suspect that this is related to the fresh Stasis classes that have turned PvP into a nightmare. However, it is not certain if this is true.

The master weapons from the Trials

Then it continues: According to Bungie, the Trials will continue again on Friday, November 27. Especially annoying, as the new master weapons were supposed to have their big appearance today.

What do you think, will it be fixed today? Do you think there will be similar login problems like at the launch of Beyond Light on Tuesday?

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Destiny 2: Xur today – location and offer on 13th November

In Destiny 2 today, on November 13, Xur’s first visit after the release of Beyond Light is taking place. MeinMMO looks at which Exotics he brings and where you can find the mysterious vendor this weekend.

This is happening in Destiny 2: Finally, the expansion Destiny 2: Beyond Light has launched. This provided Guardians with a new story, new gear, and fresh classes. But next week, Season 12 will bring additional content to the game.

We from MeinMMO want to know from you: How did you spend the first days in the new area “Europa” and what do you think of the new expansion so far? Please feel free to participate in our survey:

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But Xur has also received a small update and now brings a quest each week. This rewards you with rare Exotic codes, allowing you to easily buy the best weapons at the kiosk.

All information about Xur on November 13, 2020 – PS4, PC, Xbox One, Google Stadia

This is Xur time: At 6:00 PM, Xur will appear today on any planet. There he will sell his Exotic goods until he disappears with the Weekly Reset on November 17 at 6:00 PM.

Today, on November 13, his arrival might be slightly delayed, as Update 3.0.0.2 is still pending.

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What does the noodle face have in his cargo?

What does Xur have for sale? Will Xur sell strong gear this weekend? And maybe even a new rare weapon Exotic?

We will visit the mysterious vendor and take a close look at his inventory.

Where is Xur? This is his location this weekend

Xur’s position: You can find Xur this weekend at the Tower by the Hangar.

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Xur’s current position in the Tower

Xur’s inventory from November 13 to November 17 – All Exotics at a glance

Weapon: Lord of Wolves – Shotgun for 29 Legendary Shards

Titan: Aeon Safe – Gauntlets for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +8
  • Resilience: +12
  • Recovery: +13
  • Discipline: +14
  • Intellect: +14
  • Strength: +2
  • Total: 63

Hunter: Raiden Flux – Chest Armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +16
  • Resilience: +9
  • Recovery: +7
  • Discipline: +13
  • Intellect: +9
  • Strength: +9
  • Total: 63

Warlock: Chromatic Fire – Chest Armor for 23 Legendary Shards

  • Mobility: +8
  • Resilience: +8
  • Recovery: +17
  • Discipline: +13
  • Intellect: +2
  • Strength: +13
  • Total: 61

Weekly Quest for Exotic Code

Trials of Osiris

What is happening with the Trials? The Trials of Osiris have been canceled by Bungie and will not take place this weekend. The developer has announced a break until November 27.

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Twitch advises on how to stream Cyberpunk 2077 without getting banned immediately

There is trouble at Twitch over copyright violations. Twitch is now advising streamers to carefully read the terms of use for each game and to turn off the music. Especially now, with Cyberpunk 2077 approaching, this is a hot topic.

This is the problem at Twitch right now: Since May 2020, Twitch has come under the spotlight of the music industry: Rights holders are now sending “thousands of copyright complaints every week” to the platform. Twitch has to delete clips that use copyrighted material. Previously, there were only about 50 such complaints a year (via blog.twitch).

Twitch is now passing the pressure from the music industry onto the streamers: They should stop using protected music and delete clips and videos that commit copyright violations.

Twitch says: They have to be strict to comply with regulations. However, Twitch admits that it has been “confusing and frustrating” for streamers because of poor communication.

Twitch had to act quickly and delete. As a result, several streamers were warned and even banned.

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Streamers like TimTheTatman have received warnings on Twitch.

Twitch needs time for a “good solution”

In the future, Twitch wants to provide streamers with better tools to tackle the problem. Twitch says they are also working on further solutions, but that all takes time. Until then, a temporary solution is needed.

Therefore, Twitch urges streamers to

Twitch makes it pretty clear: Definitely turn off the background music and ideally mute all music in a game to avoid trouble.

For FIFA 21, EA quickly reacted and offered a “Streamer Mode” in a new update: The mode has “turned off all music.”

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In FIFA 21’s “Streamer Mode,” all music can be turned off.

What about Cyberpunk 2077? Twitch says: Best to turn off the music

This is the new advice: On November 11, a user’s question about in-game music in games when streaming on Twitch caused a stir.

The user asks: Soon the “biggest game ever” is coming – how can one be sure that nothing happens? Apparently, “the biggest game” refers to Cyberpunk 2077, which has been postponed to December 10. The game from CD Projekt Red is considered a candidate for “Game of the Year 2020” and is awaited as eagerly as Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018.

Fans expect a strong story with Cyberpunk 2077. For many streamers, it is important that in-game music runs in the background to contribute to the atmosphere. But they do not want to risk copyright violations, which in the worst case could lead to a ban and loss of their Twitch channel.

Twitch also recommends in this specific case:

  • The user should read the EULA carefully
  • use every option to turn off and mute music in the game – either mute everything or turn off the music
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This is how users react: This causes some frustration. One streamer says it is a “terrible solution to the problem”. Streamers are not copyright experts – Twitch is. They should take care of it, not individual streamers.

Other users accuse Twitch of being too stingy. They could make an effort to acquire licenses, but that would cost “real money.”

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No one can give streamers a guarantee right now – not even CD Projekt Red

This is what Cyberpunk 2077 says: CD Projekt Red was also asked about this: Is CD Projekt Red planning a “Streamer Mode” for Cyberpunk 2077 to mute copyrighted music? asks DansGaming, a well-known streamer.

The developers say: They will reveal more details soon. However, all songs in the soundtrack have been created from scratch, including tracks from artists. All music in Cyberpunk 2077 has been specifically recorded for the game.

They hope this will ease and smooth the situation a bit.

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This is what it’s about: The responses from Twitch support and CD Projekt Red show the problem that streamers are currently facing.

No one can really guarantee whether copyright complaints will come or not. No one wants to take responsibility for it. Ultimately, the responsibility rests solely with the streamers, who risk copyright complaints and thus warnings from Twitch, up to the banning of their channels.

This uncertainty creates a tense atmosphere on Twitch. When Cyberpunk 2077 is released and streamed on Twitch, it will likely happen in many streams without sound.

No one wants to take the risk.

At the moment, the complaints from Twitch streamers about how complicated copyright complaints make everything are being heard the most. The music industry has explained in an open letter how difficult the situation has become for artists during the Corona pandemic.

Therefore, they are reliant on participating in the economic success of a growing platform like Twitch:

The music industry writes Twitch a nasty letter: A matter of life and death.

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Pokémon GO: Community Day with Electabuzz – How to make the best use of it

In Pokémon GO, the Community Day with Electabuzz starts on November 15, 2020. We will show you the most important information such as start time, attacks, and Shiny Electabuzz in the guide.

What kind of event is this? Typically, a Community Day takes place once a month in Pokémon GO. However, November 2020 is a bit special, as it is one of the few months in the year to have two Community Days.

During the first Community Day, Electabuzz is the focus and brings some exciting bonuses. To make the most of the event, we will show you an overview with the most important information.

Keep in mind that there is currently a risk of infecting yourself and others with the coronavirus. The Federal Center for Health Education recommends staying home as much as possible, keeping a distance from others, and avoiding gatherings.

You can comfortably play Community Days from home using Incense. You don’t need to meet with other trainers. The increased trading range is active during the event and helps avoid direct encounters with other people.

All info about the 1st Community Day in November 2020 – Start time and bonuses

What? The Community Day with Electabuzz
When? On Sunday, November 15, 2020, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time.
Pokémon of the Day: Electabuzz appears more frequently in the wild
Exclusive Attack: Flamethrower
Bonus: Distance to hatch eggs is reduced to a quarter
Bonus: Duration of Incense is three hours
Bonus: You can evolve Electabuzz up to 2 hours after the event for Electivire to learn Flamethrower
Bonus: Electkid hatches from 2 km eggs received during the event

Since the coronavirus pandemic, Community Days in Pokémon GO last a full 6 hours. You don’t have to all rush to your stops at peak times; you can distribute it well or play directly from home.

What is available for purchase? A special Community Day box is available in the shop. There is also the 1€ ticket again.

  • In the Community Day box for Electabuzz, you will find a Charged TM, 3 Super Incubators, 3 Incenses, and 30 Ultra Balls. It costs 1280 Poké Coins.
  • For just under €1, there is once again a ticket for a Special Research called “Electabuzz Sparks.”

How to make the most of the event

Prepare properly: It is advisable to collect some Poké Balls before the event. You can start saving from Friday. During the 6 hours, you will encounter several Pokémon – at home and out and about. We recommend having at least 300 Poké Balls in your inventory. More would be better, depending on how many hours you want to play during the event.

With the catch trick, you can catch monsters in Pokémon GO faster.

Improve your catches with items: The reduced distance for hatching eggs is a great opportunity to exercise in your home or house. You can hatch eggs at home as well.

Use Star Pieces to increase Stardust yield while catching.

If you want to earn some experience points during the event, a Lucky Egg can help. In combination with level-ups with friends yield a lot of XP.

Remember that you can now stack consumables like Incense and Star Pieces. Those who want can start the event with 2 Incenses and as many Star Pieces as they wish. Then you won’t have to keep checking the countdown during the event.

Shiny Electabuzz and Electivire

This is what the Shinies look like: Niantic has already confirmed that you can encounter Shiny Electabuzz during this Community Day. We show you an overview of the entire family in both the normal and shiny versions.

Pokémon GO Electabuzz Shiny Family

What is the shiny chance? We assume that the shiny rate for Electabuzz is also 1 in 25. This is usually the case during Community Days.

Are you going as a shiny hunter to this Community Day or is something else interesting to you on Sunday? Let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO.

Or do you find this Community Day less interesting and would rather focus on the next event of this kind in November, which will be all about Magmar?

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WoW Shadowlands: What is included in the Epic Edition and who is it worth for?

The Epic Edition is the most expensive of all WoW versions of Shadowlands. But who is it worth it for? And who should steer clear of it?

The upcoming expansion of World of Warcraft comes in several versions. The most expensive – at least in the digital realm – is the Epic Edition. But is this luxury variant of the addon worth it at all? Or should you simply opt for the Base or Heroic Edition? We will clarify all the pros and cons and reveal for whom the Epic Edition is ultimately the most worthwhile.

The WoW: Shadowlands Epic Edition at a glance

What advantages does the Epic Edition of Shadowlands bring? The Epic Edition is a proud €75, making it the most expensive of the digital Shadowlands variants. It is almost twice as expensive as the Base Edition (€40) and still €20 more expensive than the Heroic Edition (€55).

In return, the Epic Edition offers a wealth of content. Besides access to the base game – which all other versions also offer – there are a variety of bonuses and advantages. While they are not necessary for gameplay, they equip you with additional pets, mounts, and even a character boost.

In total, the Epic Edition includes:

  • The base game WoW: Shadowlands
  • A character boost to level 50, which makes your character ready for Shadowlands.
  • The flying mount “Enchanted Everbloom”, which also starts a quest for the transmog set “Robe of the Eternal Traveler”.
  • The cosmetic weapon illusion “Ghost Frost”.
  • The Eternal Traveler’s Hearthstone.
  • 30 days of additional playtime.
  • The pet Animawyrmling.

Note in the questline for the transmog set that you can also accept the quest even if you do not own the mount. You can ask other players with the mount to share the quest with you, even if you do not have the mount yourself.

All differences of the versions at a glance are revealed by this graphic:

WoW Shadowlands Versions Comparison
All contents of the various Shadowlands versions.

Where can you buy the Epic Edition? Like all digital Shadowlands versions, you can purchase the Epic Edition in the Battle.net shop from Blizzard. You can find it directly in your Battle.net app.

This is the main argument for the Epic Edition

The biggest argument for the Epic Edition is clearly the wealth of cosmetic rewards. While they are gameplay-oriented, the Eternal Traveler’s Hearthstone can also fulfill a real utility. Normally, the Hearthstone takes up a slot in the inventory. However, the Eternal Traveler’s Hearthstone is a toy and thus goes into your collection. The collection is a separate place where added items do not block inventory slots. Thus, you save a space in your bag.

However, it should be noted here: There are also other, free Hearthstone toys that you can earn in the game. The argument about the additional inventory space only applies if you do not already possess another Hearthstone toy.

WoW Shadowlands Bolvar Artwork

Note also that the pet Animawyrmling is a battle pet and can also be used in the “Battle Pet” system. The Anima Wyrmling is a dragon pet that only uses undead and magical attacks. It is not considered particularly useful in PvP in the community, but it can help in some fights in PvE.

Whether these bonuses justify a €20 surcharge compared to the Heroic Edition depends entirely on whether you enjoy participating in pet battles and collecting toys.

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Should I buy the Epic Edition or not?

If you still don’t know if the Epic Edition at €75 is the right one for you, these points can help you make a final decision:

Get the Epic Edition if you …

  • want a character boost.
  • place great value on all bonuses.
  • collect toys, pets, transmogs, and mounts.
  • want to save an additional inventory slot for the Hearthstone.

Get the Heroic Edition if you …

  • want to grab a character boost cheaply.
  • like having additional mounts in your collection.
  • have no interest in pets and toys.

Get the Base Edition if you …

  • only need the base game.
  • do not want to use a character boost.
  • can do without fluff like mounts, toys, and pets.

We hope that with this information, you can make a good decision about which edition is exactly right for you. You can learn more about the individual versions in this article.

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Fortnite has a secret weekly challenge that gives you 20,000 XP

In Fortnite: Battle Royale, the 12th week of Season 4 has started. With the XP Rush missions of week 2, players can earn a lot of experience points. However, this secret task is not displayed. We show you what it is and how to solve it.

What kind of task is it? In Fortnite Season 4 – Chapter 2 is slowly coming to an end and Season 5 will start soon. Until then, players can still complete various XP Rush challenges.

In the 2nd week of the XP Rush missions, there is a hidden task that is not displayed in the challenge menu. For this task, you need to consume a lot of consumables. This task was leaked by data miners (via Twitter), but then did not appear among the tasks.

Consume consumables – Here’s how it works

What do you need to do? Although the task is not displayed in the menu, it is part of the XP Rush missions of week 2. If you randomly consume a consumable, the challenge will be shown in the match.

For this task, you need to consume a total of 30 consumables. These can be apples, coconuts, mushrooms, peppers, corn, or cabbage. They will give you shields, health points, or make you run faster.

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Once you have consumed a consumable, the secret task appears

How to complete the task quickly

Here’s how to easily complete the task: Consuming 30 consumables may take a while, as you first need to find them and then make sure your shields and health points are not full.

To speed this up a bit, you should find a place with lots of consumable boxes, as they drop several at once. Start this task right away so you can fill up your shields with them.

If you find mainly items that only heal health points, you can fall from a height to take damage or sit in a campfire, as this now deals damage instead of healing you.

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With this tactic, you can complete the task in just one match and won’t have to struggle with it for long. A suitable location for this task is Catty Corner, as shown in the YouTube video by Fortnite Events. It shows you the route to find as many consumables as possible:

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What reward do you get for the task? Once you have consumed all 30 consumables, you will receive a reward of 20,000 experience points added to your account. A boost for players who want to get the rare foil skins of Season 4.

If after completing this task you still need more experience points for your Battle Pass or the foil skins, you should complete the secret challenge of Season 4. There, the gnomes are trying to blow up the map and you need to stop them. The whole mission rewards you with 90,000 experience points.

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FFXIV: How to farm Wrath Memory Clumps the fastest

To quickly upgrade your Resistance weapon in Final Fantasy XIV 5.35, you need to farm 6 Memory Clumps of Wrath. Here’s how to do it the fastest.

The South Front of Bozja has arrived with Patch 5.35 in Final Fantasy XIV, and there is much to do.

Warriors of Light can now upgrade their Resistance weapons, and in the second step of this quest line, you will be asked to obtain six Memory Clumps of Wrath.

Players must first accept the quest “The Maxim is Courage” from Zlatan in Gangos (X: 6.1 Y: 4.9) and keep it active for the entire duration of the process.

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The Memory Clumps of Wrath can be obtained both at the South Front of Bozja and through Level 60 dungeons. The latter is the right way if you want to complete your Resistance weapon quickly.

The fastest method to farm six Memories is the Level 60 dungeon Antitower (synchronized; unsynchronized gives no drops). After completion, you will receive one Memory Clump each time.

The Antitower is very quick and easy to complete. The paths are short and the bosses simply melt away, making the dungeon one of the fastest, if not the fastest method to farm the clumps.

You receive one Memory Clump of Wrath for each run, which means only six runs of the Antitower are required to complete the currently last step of the weapon upgrade.

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