The Horror Camp with Knossi and Sido performed so well, dominating Twitch over the weekend

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Last weekend, the big live event “Horrorcamp” took place on Twitch. Streamer Knossi organized this spooky event together with musicians Sido and Manny Marc and YouTuber UnsympathischTV. The Horrorcamp was a complete success.

This was the Horrorcamp: It was the second event of its kind that took place on the Twitch channel of Jens “Knossi” Knossalla. In July, the streamer hosted the “Angelcamp” and broke records back then.

Now there was a new edition with a spooky setting. Under the name “Horrorcamp”, it was streamed live day and night from a house that is said to be haunted. The following personalities were involved:

  • Knossi is one of the biggest streamers from Germany and is mainly known for casino streams
  • Sido has been one of the biggest rappers in Germany for years
  • Manny Marc is a producer and rapper who founded the duo “Die Atzen” with the musician Frauenarzt
  • UnsympathischTV is one of the biggest YouTubers in Germany and also regularly streams on Twitch

In total, the 4 personalities were live on Knossi’s channel on Twitch for 40 hours. While they already broke the first record on the first day, Friday night, the following hours were no less successful.

Lonely Twitch peak over the weekend

The numbers show: The live event was a complete success. Even on an international level, no other streamer could be nearly as successful.

  • In the last 3 days, Knossi’s stream was watched for over 7 million hours – in second place is Riot Games with “only” 3 million hours
  • At peak, 328,945 people watched the stream simultaneously and an average of 180,000 viewers were present at the same time (via Sullygnome)
  • The stream was live for 40 hours straight – even at 6:00 AM, the “low point” of the stream, 75,000 people were still watching
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In the last 3 days, Knossi ruled Twitch. Source: Sullygnome

What was shown in the stream? Generally, the content was mainly focused on the spooky house where the stars moved in. Around it, there were some challenges that needed to be solved. The story of the house was explained upon moving in:

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In general, it was mainly about entertainment. Friends also occasionally joined in. This included YouTubers like inscope21, musician Pietro Lombardi, and even TV host Klaas Heufer-Umlauf. They visited on-site and were then visible in the stream:

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However, there was also an incident. Rapper Sido had to go to the hospital briefly because he injured his elbow after a fall.

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In the end, he returned and even performed a song at a mini-concert, just like some other musicians who were on-site.

Was there also criticism? Some users complained about intrusive advertising that was made during the stream. This was noticeably more pronounced compared to the Angelcamp in summer.

Additionally, a bit of seriousness was missed. Instead, the focus was often on alcohol consumption, which led to criticism.

Rapper Bausa, who was a guest, was also criticized. He spoke derogatorily about other participants in the event several times and received a real shitstorm on Twitter.

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What is the conclusion? After the Horrorcamp, numerous participants expressed their satisfaction with the event on social networks. Knossi wrote on Instagram: “The Horrorcamp is done and a new record with 336k viewers is just madness!”

Why was the event so successful? Several factors certainly speak for it:

  • The 4 organizers all have a huge community that was brought together at the Horrorcamp
  • The numerous guests themselves promoted the event and attracted even more viewers
  • Such actions are rare on Twitch Germany, so a niche was found that many people find exciting
  • During the event, viewers could interact – there were conversations with fans and generally, viewers could get a glimpse into the private lives of the stars

It remains to be seen whether and when another event of this kind will be planned. Surely, a viewer record could be broken again there.

If you are looking for more information about the person behind the streamer Knossi, then check here:

A German is currently the biggest streamer in the world – The King rules Twitch

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Streamers delete their legacies from Twitch because they fear a ban

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Streamers such as LIRIK, Gronkh, or MontanaBlack are now deleting all their clips and videos from Twitch for fear of being banned from the platform. The background is the dispute with the music industry over the use of copyrighted music. A threat from Twitch regarding a two-and-a-half-year-old clip set the wave in motion.

In such cases, streamers violate copyright:

  • Streamers have used music in recent years to create ambiance
  • the “in-game music” that is copyrighted could be heard in gaming streams: For example, in sports games like FIFA or NBA2k
  • Streamers encountered music during “IRL” streams when they filmed with their phones on the go

All of this is actually forbidden, but for years it was not pursued. However, this changed in recent days.

Music Industry Overwhelms Twitch with Complaints

This is the backstory: About two weeks ago, we reported on MeinMMO that Twitch deleted thousands of clips that contained copyrighted music. Twitch also warned hundreds of streamers.

The streaming platform had passed on the pressure from the music industry: Their accusation was that streamers used copyrighted music without having a license for it.

The music industry has now raised serious allegations against Twitch: They are indifferent to the rights of the artists, which is why they allow the rights of the artists to be violated every day on their platform.

Then copyright complaints came in large waves to Twitch. The first wave came in June 2020, the last one a few weeks ago.

In June, streamers like MontanaBlack took the warning and the outbreak lightly, as no rules had changed; an old rule was simply being enforced:

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In June 2020, MontanaBlack considered this panic-mongering.

Twitch then told the streamers that they should clean up their archives – now they wanted to pursue these violations. At that time, it was not clear what would happen if streamers had more such clips in their archives that violated rights.

Thus, many streamers hesitated two weeks ago about how things would proceed. This now seems clear: A ban from Twitch is looming.

The motto now is: Delete everything. “Nuke it all.”

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A 2.5-Year-Old Clip Prompts a “We Ban You” Warning

This incident sets the wave in motion:

On October 30, streamer Jake’N Bake shared a Twitter message from Twitch:

  • He had violated copyright with a clip from May 2018
  • The clip will now be deleted
  • If he has more such clips on his channel that violate copyright, his channel could be temporarily suspended or completely banned

The streamer says: This is a 30-second clip, probably he walked past a store where music was playing.

And for that, he could now lose everything. He asks: How can this even be realistic?

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Streamers Delete Their History on Twitch

This is what happened afterwards: After they received further copyright strikes, some streamers decided to delete all their saved videos and clips.

Streamer LIRIK has been on Twitch since 2011. He cursed and complained as he deleted everything. It hurt him so much, but it had to be done.
 

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This is how German streamers react:

  • The German streamer Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris announced: He would delete all clips and videos on Twitch and no longer save anything. The risk of being banned on Twitch due to music is too high. Currently, there are only 5 clips from the last 7 hours and a 7-hour video of the last live stream on MontanaBlack’s channel. Everything else has been deleted on Twitch.
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Prior to deletion, many streamers expressed how hard it would be for them to delete “their archives.” Because in doing so, they erase many memories and ultimately their life’s work of the past few years.

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Asmongold urged that Twitch must solve the problem.

The conflict over copyright violations has been escalating for 2 weeks and is heavily affecting the mood on the Twitch streaming platform. The streamers apparently wanted a different solution than simply deleting everything:

Twitch starts a cool advertising campaign, but streamers are currently just annoyed.

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Asmongold holds new release dates for WoW regarding “big mistakes”

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The release of new WoW content is being critically discussed. Even the biggest WoW streamer believes that Blizzard is making a mistake. Because Shadowlands (WoW) is competing against Naxxramas (WoW Classic).

For fans of World of Warcraft and the classic version of the game, golden times are coming soon. Not only is the new expansion Shadowlands being released, but the final raid Naxxramas will also be launched in the “old” version. It is considered to be the toughest that Classic has to offer. However, the release dates of both contents could become a problem and split the player base. At least that’s what WoW streamer Asmongold fears.

What is the problem? World of Warcraft Shadowlands will start on November 24, 2020. In Retail WoW, there should be excitement again, because typically numerous players return at the launch of a new expansion. The first real raid, Castle Nathria, will be released on December 8 in heroic and on December 15 in mythic variant.

At the same time, Naxxramas, the last major raid, will be released in WoW Classic. This will take place on December 3.

WoW fans will have to focus on one of the two games, as both games will be releasing their new content around the same time.

Asmongold sees a problem: The well-known WoW streamer Asmongold has released a video in which he shares his opinion on the release of WoW content. He assumed that Blizzard’s plan was to release content in Retail and Classic “in turns.” While there might currently be a content drought in Retail, one could tackle a new raid in Classic and vice versa.

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After all, there is a larger group of players who enjoy playing both WoW versions. They now have to decide whether they want to be forefront in Shadowlands or take on Naxxramas in Classic.

Especially Naxxramas is a special case here, because the raid was the finale of Classic. Additionally, the original Naxxramas was only playable for a short time, as the raid disappeared with the release of Wrath of the Lich King.

After Naxxramas, it could go on with “The Burning Crusade Classic” .

According to Asmongold, Blizzard is shooting itself in the foot here, because players now have to decide which WoW content they want to experience freshly – and that could diminish the anticipation for both.

At least on YouTube, Asmongold is receiving a lot of support for his opinion, but the topic is also being discussed sporadically in the WoW subreddit.

Even professional raiders have a problem with the release of the raids in WoW: Shadowlands:

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Which World of Warcraft are you playing?

To check how things look in our community, we have a small survey here. You can indicate which WoW version you are investing your free time in.

If you want to elaborate on your answer a bit, just leave a comment and explain how you play both WoW variants. Do the release dates fit well for you?

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“The entry into Black Desert is better than ever before” says a hardcore player

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In spring, Black Desert launched the first season servers. Through these, players can level up faster and grab additional rewards. But they offer even more, especially for beginners. The streamer PvEnvironment, also known as Florian, finds this true. He is known for living Black Desert.

What are these servers? This innovation consists of special channels where only season characters can be played. Each player can create one per season, level it up, and gear it.

A season lasts about 3 months, and during this time, you level up significantly faster. Additionally, there is a type of season pass that provides rewards in both free and paid versions.

If a season is over or you want to end it early, the characters will be transferred to a regular server. There you can continue playing them normally.

What is so interesting about seasons? Due to the fast leveling and bonus rewards in the form of good gear, it is worthwhile for veterans of the game to participate in the seasons. They use them, for instance, for leveling a new class. After all, BDO offers a variety of classes for PvE and PvP.

However, seasons are particularly worthwhile for newcomers. This is also stated by Florian, known as BDO streamer PvEnvironment or under his BDO name RisingSun. He was the first European to reach level 66 in Black Desert and otherwise he lives and loves the MMORPG.

Who did we talk to? The Twitch streamer PvEnvironment is a long-time and very loyal MMORPG player. Before, he played Metin 2 for many years before switching to Black Desert with its release.

According to his own statement, Florian plays Black Desert very intensively. His computer runs almost 24 hours a day to constantly level up and now farm a lot of silver.

Season Pass gives the game structure

Why are the seasons so beneficial for newcomers? Black Desert is a sandbox MMORPG and places great value on freedom. However, this often leads to a lack of quests and a clear guide that particularly newcomers can rely on.

With the seasons, this has changed to some extent. In conversation, PvEnvironment highlighted the season pass as the real highlight:

The seasons give you a relatively clear idea of what you should do. You no longer wander aimlessly through the world, but are guided by the hand. This makes the entry into Black Desert easier than ever before.

You are led in a direction, and it’s not the worst. BDO has always had the problem that although you play endlessly, you don’t progress. You get lost in conversations and side quests, but hardly learn the game and its systems.

PvEnvironment in conversation with MeinMMO

The tasks in the mentioned pass are versatile. Besides completing quest lines and fighting specific monsters, you will also learn many mechanics of the game. For certain tasks, you need to upgrade evaluation or exchange energy for experience points.

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This is what the season pass looks like in-game.

However, there are also aspects that Florian likes aside from the season pass. One aspect is the new Naru gear introduced in July.

This is a complete set of 12 pieces designed to help beginners get good gear faster:

The Naru gear is great for beginners. Although you can also obtain it through regular gameplay, during the season you learn to handle it and upgrade it.

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No PvP Compulsion: Another positive point for newcomers is the elimination of PvP. PvEnvironment, as the name suggests, is himself a PvE player and appreciates that adjustments have been made for the season:

At the start of the season, there were 4 servers without PvP and one with. Anyone who wants to avoid PvP can do so throughout the entire season.

PvEnvironment in conversation with MeinMMO

“The sandbox aspect is somewhat lost”

Are there only advantages? According to PvEnvironment, the season has not only advantages. The sandbox aspect is somewhat lost, and you are thrown into the endgame too quickly:

A disadvantage is that you quickly reach a high level. Maybe even too quickly. Additionally, you do not explore and discover as strongly as with a normal entry.

PvEnvironment in conversation with MeinMMO

Nevertheless, he sees mostly positive aspects in the seasons.

The Hashashin is the latest class in BDO and is perfect for leveling up.

How long does the current season run? If you want to take part now, you can play the current season until December 2nd. The 3rd season is expected to start 7 to 14 days later.

In the current season, leveling the new class Hashashin is recommended. While it may not be very strong, it offers additional rewards for reaching certain levels.

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CoD Warzone changes with Cold War – These differences we know

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The release of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War will shake up the Battle Royale Warzone significantly. What is currently known about the merging is gathered here at MeinMMO for you in an overview.

It won’t be long now until this year’s Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War launches. The release is on November 13. However, this year, the popular multiplayer of the new CoD title seems to be taking a back seat. For some players, what actually happens with Warzone when the new CoD arrives is much more exciting at the moment.

So far, the developers have kept quiet on this topic but have promised to provide more information in the coming days about the merging of the two CoDs.

Update November 6: There is a lot of new information about the connection of Warzone, Cold War, and CoD MW.

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The official information – From loadouts to graphics engine

Where do the information come from? A significant portion of the official statements regarding the merging of Cold War & Warzone comes from a quarterly report from Activision Blizzard. In the document, they discuss how well Modern Warfare has worked alongside Warzone and that they are attempting to replicate this success with similar concepts.

Some of the information has also been shared by CoD in a Activision blog post released during the “Cold War” beta.

Cold War will likely leave Warzone alone at launch

What happens on launch day? As it stands, Warzone players likely won’t notice too much from the new CoD launch at first.

On November 13, the new premium title will be released, focusing initially on the introduction of the 3 new modes included in Cold War:

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The zombie mode is the highlight of a CoD game for some players.

Warzone will receive a lot of “Cold War” content with the first season

When does Cold War come to Warzone? The developers do not specify an exact date. However, the quarterly report states: “With the first season, new content will arrive in December, and then Black Ops Cold War will be integrated into Warzone.”

Last year, the first season of Modern Warfare started about 6 weeks after the launch. This year, it will probably be a bit faster. If you apply the same pattern to Cold War, you’d land exactly on December 22, which is quite close to the Christmas holidays. It is rather unlikely that the developers would make such significant changes to Battle Royale so close to the holidays.

Probably, the release of the first season of Cold War and the accompanying Warzone fusion will take place between December 1 – 16. However, a release just before or after Christmas seems possible as well.

Warzone’s engine will remain as it is

Will Warzone get a new graphics engine? A developer commented on this in a blog post on “resetera.com”. In brief, a verified Activision employee answered: “There will be no engine change for Warzone.”

The battle royale will therefore remain just as you know it:

  • The tactical sprint remains in the game
  • Doors will remain usable
  • Swimming is not possible
  • Weapon mounting is still available

These 4 points likely represent the biggest adjustments that Warzone would have experienced if Cold War had a significant impact on gameplay.

However, as it currently looks, the adjustments do not go so far that Warzone becomes a completely new experience that plays entirely differently than before. However, it cannot be ruled out that Warzone will still receive some changes in gameplay. Here you can find more differences in the multiplayer mode of CoD MW & Cold War.

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Cold War offers new killstreaks – also for Warzone?

Warzone could have more than 100 weapons in December

What new weapons and equipment will there be for Warzone? This is where it gets exciting. Because in the quarterly report, the developers quite clearly state:

We will introduce Black Ops Cold War characters and weapons into the free-to-play experience, along with substantial content to ensure that Warzone remains both: a great experience and a powerful ramp for premium franchise content.

From the Q3 Activision Blizzard quarterly report

The CoD creators often use the phrasing that Cold War will be integrated into Warzone and not the other way around. So far, it reads that indeed all weapons and operators from the new premium title will come into the Battle Royale Warzone.

With the release of the first “Cold War” season, Warzone players can therefore expect the biggest content drop that the battle royale has ever seen. Nearly 20 weapons are already known for the new CoD through the extensive beta phase. Even more could possibly come. Modern Warfare had about 40 guns at launch. If Cold War reaches a similar number, the selection in Warzone might exceed 100 weapons.

Many players are therefore worried about the balancing in the new Warzone.

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  1. Activision Blizzard Q3 2020 Earnings Call
  2. Activision Blogpost

WoW: Record! First group achieves Mythic+34 – even with remaining time

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The records keep falling in World of Warcraft. Now a group has even accomplished Mythic +34 – it wasn’t even close.

Although in World of Warcraft everyone is currently waiting for the new expansion Shadowlands, some players are still hanging around in “Mythic+” dungeons. Despite the removal of Corruption, a few records are still falling. The first group has now managed to complete a Mythic +34 keystone within the time limit.

What happened? While most are staring at the pre-event for Shadowlands, some still play Mythic+. A group has now managed to complete the dungeon Mechagon: Junkyard on mythic level 34. The group consisted of:

  • Bamesjond (Affliction Warlock)
  • Equibus (Frost Mage)
  • Flippys (Brewmaster Monk)
  • Lagbugdc (Holy Paladin)
  • Som (Outlaw Rogue)
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In the end, they still had plenty of time left. A solid 1:34 minutes remained – they could have almost taken down another boss.

How is this possible? Despite the removal of Corruption effects, many dungeons in Battle for Azeroth have become easier. This is also due to some changes made in the background, such as the Level Squish. These include:

  • The debuff of the affix “Bursting” no longer deals percentage-based damage, but a fixed value per stack. Additionally, it is now a magic effect and can be dispelled.
  • The Azerite ability “Heart of Darkness” is now permanently active, even without Corruption. This provides a significant boost to secondary stats.
  • The scaling within “Mythic+” dungeons is slightly weaker.

Despite all these adjustments, Mythic+34 is still a really big number. After all, such a feat is not even necessary, as rewards do not increase beyond Mythic+15.

What was your highest keystone that you completed in Battle for Azeroth?

Right now WoW is also celebrating its 16th birthday – it makes leveling even more worthwhile!

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  2. wowhead.com

PS5 relies on HDMI 2.1 – What you need to pay attention to

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The PlayStation 5 offers HDMI 2.1. We explain what this standard offers you and who it might be important for. Our colleagues have now confirmed that the PS5 comes with an incorrect cable. We explain what this means for you.

What is HDMI? HDMI actually stands for “High Definition Multimedia Interface” and describes a standard for digital image and sound transmission. This allows you to transmit digital sound and image to a device at the same time.

What is the current state of technology? In late 2017, the current standard, HDMI 2.1, was released and offers a lot of new features compared to 2.0b.

Update 3.11.2020, 15:16: It now seems that the included cable of the PS5 will indeed support HDMI 2.1. It seems that it is only the labeling of the cable that is missing. An official statement is still outstanding. We have adjusted the article accordingly and apologize for the reporting.

PS5 and HDMI 2.1: What is the difference between HDMI 2.0 and 2.1?

The biggest difference is the significantly increased bandwidth, as HDMI 2.1 offers 48 Gbit/s compared to 18 Gbit/s of HDMI 2.0b.

  • The predecessor HDMI 2.0a/b officially supports HDR videos, but for UHD, the color resolution is lowered to provide enough bandwidth.
  • This can blur contours and contrasts. UHD-3D content is also generally possible but comes with limitations. In addition, HDMI 2.1 offers more new features.

The head of Destiny 2 says: “Unlikely that we will ever see something like Forsaken again”

Philipp Hansen Philipp Hansen Reading time 4 minutes

In a few days, the expansion Beyond Light for Destiny 2 will launch. Therefore, the Destiny director talks about the comparison to the most popular DLC, Forsaken, and has bad news for the Guardians.

How large will the new DLC be? The Beyond Light expansion is only a few days away with its release on November 10. Thus, Luke Smith, Game Director at Bungie, has now answered some questions about the DLC. He did so during the Weekly Twitch Gaming Show.

One of the questions for Smith was: “How large will Beyond Light be?” The Destiny director responded with a comparison. In relation to the other two major expansions, Beyond Light

The director speaks openly: Then Smith candidly admitted what many Guardians have long suspected:

I want to be completely honest […]. It is unlikely that the Bungie team will ever deliver something on the scale of Forsaken again.

Luke Smith via Twitch

This is a bitter pill for the Guardians to swallow. Forsaken is considered the benchmark for a DLC that only the Taken King from Destiny 1 can compare to.

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When Luke Smith speaks, the Guardians listen

Bungie does not have as much time, money, and staff as they did for Forsaken

Here are the reasons for that: According to Luke Smith, Bungie does not have the budget or staffing, and therefore cannot deliver a DLC like Forsaken within the required timeframes.

  • Since the separation from Activision, there has been a lack of financial resources and the two studios High Moon and Vicarious Visions, which previously supported Bungie.
  • Moreover, the Destiny director notes that Bungie is currently working from home due to COVID-19.

For more about the breakup of Destiny developer Bungie and Activision Blizzard and its impacts, click here:

This is what comes with Beyond Light: Under these circumstances, it is already surprising that Beyond Light can still add something to the last DLC, Shadowkeep.

Because Guardians will not only set foot on the brand new location Europa, but the (half) Cosmodrome is returning as well. Additionally, there is Stasis, a completely new element and a fourth subclass for all Hunters, Warlocks, and Titans.

However, how extensive the expansion will really be and how long the season of the hunt can keep Guardians engaged will ultimately be revealed starting November 10.

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Why does every DLC in Destiny 2 have to measure up to Forsaken?

For many Guardians, Forsaken is the benchmark against which all expansions of Destiny 2 must be compared.

This is why Forsaken was such a hit:

  • With Forsaken, two new locations were introduced – the Tangled Shore and the Dreaming City
  • The story mattered; it was not a meandering collection of convoluted lore texts: Right at the beginning of the DLC, Cayde, the most popular Destiny character, died
  • A revenge campaign took place in the Tangled Shore like in a Western
  • The Dreaming City was an endgame area that changed weekly and presented as many secrets as the then-mystery ship for explorers
  • Forsaken established Dungeons in the world of Destiny – these are basically mini-raids for 3 Guardians, designed with a lot of effort and featuring great boss fights and puzzles
  • Finally, there were golden carrots that the Guardians loved to chase: In the new raid, the “One Thousand Voices” exotic awaited, and in PvP, with a lot of skill, “Luna’s Howl” and “Not Forgotten” could be earned, while new exotics like the “One-Eyed Mask” or “Galanor’s Pieces” were desired by everyone
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Luna’s Howl, the raid exotic One Thousand Voices, and the farewell to Cayde

This is how the Year 1 trauma was overcome: Forsaken hit like a bomb because it buried the “botched” Year 1 of Destiny 2.

  • Guardians finally got generous access to shotguns, sniper rifles, and fusion rifles – previously, the usefulness of “special weapons” was strictly limited
  • The game was significantly faster in preparation for Forsaken – the keyword here is the “Go Fast Update”
  • In PvP, they moved away from the slow 4-player format and reinstated the familiar chaos of 6 vs. 6

In short, with Forsaken, Destiny 2 was finally the way Guardians wanted it for a year. Therefore, the statement that they should not expect such a DLC again is likely to bring long faces among the Guardians. However, hearing such an open statement from Luke Smith may also come as a surprise.

Did you already expect that Beyond Light would not come close to Forsaken in terms of size and scope? Do you commend Luke Smith for how openly he discusses this during the promotion for the new DLC?

In the same interview, the Destiny director also announced good news regarding the topic of transmog: At Bungie, they now finally know whether you can destroy old armor in Beyond Light.

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  2. Weekly Twitch Gaming Show (ab Stunde 1:25)

Other games bring more online features, a hit game from 2014 is shutting down its features

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor loses a popular mode and will soon no longer be playable online. This is despite the fact that other games increasingly focus on online features.

What will be shut down? The developers of the action RPG Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor explain that some online features will be disabled. These have contributed significantly to the enjoyment of the game. Among the features that you will soon no longer be able to use are:

  • The Nemesis Forge will no longer be available. Players will not be able to transfer their nemeses from Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor to Middle-earth: Shadow of War.
  • Vendetta missions and leaderboards will no longer be available.
  • WBPlay will no longer be available, but the epic runes Orc Slayer and Gravewalker will be automatically granted to all players.
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You will soon have to do without the Vendetta missions in Shadow of Mordor.

Online features will soon be gone

When will these features be shut down? The developers indicate December 31, 2020. After that, you can of course continue to play the game as a pure single-player title – or switch to its successor Middle-earth: Shadow of War – which incidentally is one of the free games on PS4 for PS Plus members in November.

Why is this unfortunate? These are exciting online features that will be missing from the action RPG starting next year. Especially the Vendetta missions have created thrilling situations. Through this feature, it is possible to take revenge on players who have defeated one of your friends on your friends list.

Moreover, the online features represent an important reason to continue playing the action RPG, which is why more and more games are incorporating such features. Through the leaderboard, you can compare yourself with others and see if you can rank up, and of course, the vendetta system motivated many to check back regularly.

Middle-earth Shadow of Mordor Screenshot Fight
Shadow of Mordor remains playable as a single-player game.

What reason is given for shutting down the features? The developers do not give a reason. It is only announced on Steam that these functions will be shut down on December 31.

Why do players view this as a problem? On one hand, it is of course a pity that these functions will soon be gone. On the other hand, they provide players with some achievements that they will no longer be able to obtain starting in 2021.

You only earn Repaid in Blood by completing a Vendetta mission.

Additionally, you must qualify on the leaderboards to earn the achievements “Lord of the Ring” and “The Hunt is my Mistress”. How these achievements will be managed after the shutdown of the online features of Shadow of Mordor is unknown.

If you want to experience the fantasy world of Middle-earth in an MMORPG, then check out The Lord of the Rings Online. The game is one of the 8 best MMORPGs to start with online role-playing games.

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CoD Mobile receives the first mythical weapon this week – What can it do?

Noah Struthoff Noah Struthoff Reading time 2 minutes

In Call of Duty: Mobile, there is an addition to the weapon class this week. The first mythical weapon comes into play. We will show you what is known so far about the Fennec.

This has now been announced: The release of the mythical weapons has been known for some time, but until now it was unclear when these weapons would arrive.

Now there is a video of the mythical Fennec Ascended, the first weapon of this group. You can see it in action and finally find out when you can hold it in your hands.

All info about the mythical Fennec Ascended in CoD Mobile

When does the mythical Fennec come into play? The release date of the mythical weapon is mentioned as November 6th. The weapon should be available in the game then.

https://twitter.com/PlayCODMobile/status/1322946505456590849

How do you get the Fennec Ascended? This is still not entirely clear. One likely possibility would be the release through its own loot box. There you might get lucky and draw the weapon.

So far, the developers have not stated how the weapon will be unlocked.

More info about CoD Mobile:

What can the mythical weapon do? The weapon’s strength is still unknown, but some details from the video might provide some insight.

You can see the weapon hitting a player in the leg and eliminating them. This could just be an animation for the clip, but it could also indicate that the weapon can be particularly powerful.

The Fennec is also a strong weapon even without the mythical style and is considered one of the best submachine guns in CoD Mobile. It is therefore worthwhile independent of the mythical version.

In the video, you can also see that the mythical weapon keeps changing color while shooting. You will probably hold a color spectacle in your hands while clearing the enemies out of the way. This is, of course, just a cosmetic effect. So it could also be that the mythical weapon mainly has cosmetic innovations.

When will we know more? By November 6th at the latest, when the mythical weapon is introduced, we can gauge how strong it will be and whether it is really worth it.

What is definitely worthwhile are these settings that you should make:

5 settings you must activate in CoD Mobile

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Fortnite: How to get the new Lachlan set – even before it arrives in the shop

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

The Lachlan set is coming soon to the shop at Fortnite. However, you can win it in a special cup and wear it before other players.

Who is it about? The Fortnite Icon series continues, adding a new streamer to its roster. This is a series featuring skin sets inspired by prominent figures in the Fortnite community. The sets are based on the appearance of the celebrities.

Previously, Ninja and Loserfruit have appeared and received their own skins. The third Fortnite creator becoming an icon is Lachlan.

On his YouTube channel, he has 13.9 million subscribers and has specialized in all kinds of Fortnite-related videos in recent years. However, he also previously released videos about the popular mobile game Pokémon GO or Minecraft.

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You will soon be able to buy the skin normally in the Fortnite shop. But a few lucky players will get it before others – and for free.

How to get the Lachlan skin in Lachlan’s Pickaxe Frenzy

Epic is hosting a tournament where you can win the set. It is called “Lachlan’s Pickaxe Frenzy.”

What kind of tournament is it? It is played in trios. You and two friends need to be particularly clever. Because as a primary weapon, only the pickaxe is available. You search for rusty cans, impulse grenades, clone grenades, and supply drops to protect your team against opponents.

Building materials are limited to just 10. You can only recharge your health by eliminating opponents or using an emote.

If you place 1st to 1,100 in Europe, you will receive the Lachlan set as a reward. Check out the official tournament rules for the Lachlan Cup on epicgames.com.

When is the tournament? On Sunday, November 8th, Lachlan’s Pickaxe Frenzy takes place in Fortnite. It’s best to check directly in Fortnite under the competition tab for more info.

  • On 8.11.2020, the Lachlan Cup runs from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Fortnite Lachlan Ingame

What’s included in the set? At 1:00 AM on November 8th, YouTuber Lachlan will present his Fortnite set. We already know which parts the outfit includes. These are

  • an outfit
  • a back accessory,
  • a pickaxe
  • and an in-game emote.

When will the Lachlan set be available in the shop?

Epic says: It is already decided when the set will be available in the shop. Starting November 13th at 1:00 AM, the Lachlan set will be available in the Fortnite shop. The price is still unclear. You might receive all the cosmetic items together as a set or be able to purchase them individually.

Will you participate in the tournament and try to win the set? Or is this not for you?

Season 4 is ending soon and Fortnite will then usher in the start of the next chapter. What we know so far about the start of Season 5 in Fortnite will be shown here.

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New PvP shooter mixes Minecraft with Battlefield – What’s in Sector’s Edge

Sven Galitzki Sven Galitzki Reading time 3 minutes

A new free PvP shooter has now launched in Early Access on Steam. It is called Sector’s Edge and mixes elements from Minecraft and Battlefield for its own fast-paced gameplay in a Sci-Fi setting.

What is this shooter about? On October 30, the new PvP shooter Sector’s Edge launched in Early Access on Steam. It comes from the indie studio Vercidium and offers fast-paced shooting with some cool twists – even on older PC systems.

On one hand, the shooter features a blocky look, similar to what some might know from Minecraft. On the other hand, Sector’s Edge offers destructible environments like in Battlefield. You can literally destroy entire levels and shoot them to pieces or, more precisely, blocks.

You want to go through the wall, but there’s no door? No problem, shoot your way through. Or build a staircase to reach a certain point. All of this is possible in Sector’s Edge apart from the shooter mechanics.

Check out the trailer for Sector’s Edge here: If you’ve never seen Sector’s Edge, here’s a good first impression of what to expect in the shooter:

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The key facts about Sector’s Edge:

  • PvP shooter with futuristic gameplay in an 8vs8 format
  • available for PC
  • currently in Early Access
  • free on Steam
  • completely destructible environments
  • also offers building possibilities
  • is supposed to run on older machines and is only 638 MB in size
  • currently offers 6 maps, 3 modes
  • no classes, but a loadout system for weapons, which is built using limited points and can be changed continuously
  • weapons have different recoil, spread, or damage fall-off
  • players have the ability to create and test their own maps
If you’re interested in free shooters: The 10 best Free-To-Play shooters of 2020

This is what Sector’s Edge has planned: The Early Access phase is expected to last around 6 months. For the full release, more weapons, maps, modes, characters, and skins are planned. There will also be more dedicated servers and additional server regions.

By the way, Sector’s Edge is also expected to remain free at full release, but will offer microtransactions for faster unlocking of additional customization options.

The loadouts in Sector’s Edge

Who should check out this shooter? If you enjoy fast-paced, fun old-school shooting like in Quake or Unreal Tournament, you might find this enjoyable. However, anyone who likes to lay waste to the game world like in Battlefield or occasionally builds a staircase should definitely take a look – especially since you can’t go wrong trying it for free. Provided you can live with the blocky look a la Minecraft.

How Sector’s Edge has been received so far: The shooter has been well received by players so far. On Steam, the reviews are currently “very positive”. Factors such as the completely destructible game world, the gunplay, the fast-paced gameplay, and the easy accessibility are praised – as well as the fact that it is completely free and that the developers are very dedicated and communicative.

However, issues such as weapon balance, some still unpolished animations, and some technical problems – such as occasionally high ping – have been criticized.

What do you think of this game? Will you try the new shooter for free? Or can Sector’s Edge not excite you at all? By the way, if you are generally looking for good shooters:

The 12 best multiplayer online shooters of 2020 for PS4, Xbox One, PC

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The brilliant world of Vampire: The Masquerade gets a new online game, but it will be very different

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

You love battle royale games, but would you like to play in a slightly unusual scenario? Then you should take a look at the new game from the studio Sharkmob, which is set in the universe of Vampire: The Masquerade.

What kind of game is this? The game does not have a title yet. However, it is a genuine battle royale in the style of PUBG or Fortnite – but with vampires.

Several vampire clans engage in fierce battles in the streets and on the rooftops of Prague. You are one of them and trying to be the last surviving vampire. To do this, you use your powers and weapons you find. But alongside the vampires, a dark force is also at work in the city – and it has its sights set on the bloodsuckers…

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Vampires Without the Masquerade?

What is special about the game? There are several special features. One of them is related to the scenario itself:

Vampire: The Masquerade is actually known as a role-playing game. The Pen&Paper version from the publisher White Wolf spawned the popular single-player CRPG Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines in 2004, which gets a sequel in 2021.

A battle royale is unusual because according to the scenario of the game, vampires act in secret. There is the “Masquerade,” which gives the RPG its name. The bloodsuckers have made a pact that they must not reveal themselves to humans as vampires; they must act in secrecy. This is to protect their existence.

However, a battle royale is about open fights, which take place here in the streets of Prague. This does not correspond at all to the masquerade. However, this could still be clarified with the story of the game, about which nothing is known yet.

Another unusual point about the game is that you need to consume blood in order to use your supernatural powers and become stronger. This, together with the NPC enemies, is likely to create an interesting game element that also requires some strategy.

When is the game coming out? The Swedish developer studio Sharkmob announces the second half of 2021 as the release date. Platforms on which the battle royale game will be released have not yet been specified.

The team has also not shown any gameplay yet. More details are expected to follow in the near future.

Do you want to compete in exciting battle royale titles now? Then choose your new game from the MeinMMO list “The 10 Best Battle Royale Games in Ranking – From Unpopular to Popular“.

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Pokémon GO: Field Research in November – These 5 Quests You Should Complete

Noah Struthoff Noah Struthoff Reading time 4 minutes

In Pokémon GO there are changed field researches in line with the start of the new month. We show you all quests from November.

This is new: The month of November has started, and traditionally the field researches in Pokémon GO have changed. The quests around ghost Pokémon from October have mostly disappeared, and new tasks can now be found.

The tasks primarily revolve around the fairy type, and you can find some monsters of this type in the field researches.

All Field Researches in November 2020

How do we know the quests? We refer to the diligent trainers from TheSilphRoad. They have already compiled the quests. However, keep in mind that some tasks may still be missing.

Additionally, there are always event field researches throughout the month that we do not mention here. These include the quests from the Halloween event, which can still be found.

Quests with Throws

  • Land 5 great curveball throws in a row
    • Reward: Encounter with a Pandir #4*
  • Land 5 good throws
    • Reward: Encounter with a Voltobal*
  • Land 3 great throws
    • Reward: Encounter with a Nebulak*, Anorith* or Liliep*
  • Land 3 great throws in a row
    • Reward: Encounter with an Onix*
  • Land 3 fantastic throws in a row
    • Reward: Encounter with a Larvitar*

The task you should always take with you is the quest around Pandir. This task is rare but could be worth it. After all, Pandir is one of the rarest shinies in the game.

For shiny hunters, the quest around Voltobal is also exciting. It’s completed quickly and could bring a rare shiny.

Pandir Forms
Currently, there is Pandir #4 to catch. – Source: Couple of Gaming @Twitter

Quests with Catches

  • Catch 3 Pokémon with weather boost
    • Reward: Encounter with a Dratini*
  • Catch 3 fairy type Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Piepi*
  • Use 5 berries while catching Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Snubbull*
  • Catch a dragon type Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Dratini*
  • Catch 5 Pokémon with weather boost
    • Reward: Encounter with a Quapsel* or Vulpix*
  • Catch 10 Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Karpador*

The task “Catch 5 Pokémon with weather boost” is done quickly and brings 2 possible shinies with it. If you don’t have these shinies yet, you should always take this task with you.

The other tasks here also bring shinies, but these are rather common if you have been playing for a longer time.

Quests with Battles

  • Win a raid
    • Reward: Encounter with a Flunkifer*
  • Defeat 3 Team GO Rocket Grunts
    • Reward: Encounter with a Kindwurm*
  • Win 5 raids
    • Reward: Encounter with an Aerodactyl*
  • Win a level 3 raid or higher
    • Reward: Encounter with a Kabuto* or Amonitas*

Some quests related to battles have not been available since the Corona time.

The task around Flunkifer is really good. This Pokémon is usually only available in raids or eggs. Now you can find it in quests for at least a month. It’s worth it, as Flunkifer can be shiny.

Pokémon GO Shiny Flunkifer

Quests with Eggs

  • Hatch an egg
    • Reward: Encounter with a Waumboll

You can easily hatch eggs from home. We give you tips on how to hatch them successfully.

Further Quests

  • Send 3 gifts
    • Reward: Encounter with a Pummeluff*
  • Give your buddy 3 snacks
    • Reward: Encounter with a Wablu*
  • Trade a Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Vibrava
  • Evolve a Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with a Seemon or Evoli*
  • Earn 5 hearts with your buddy
    • Reward: 2 silver Nana berries
    • Reward: Encounter with a Trasla*
  • Use 5 power-ups on Pokémon
    • Reward: Encounter with Schiggy*, Bisasam* or Glumanda*
  • Earn 3 candies while walking with your buddy
    • Reward: Encounter with a Flunschlik
Trasla C Day
Trasla can be found in the current quests.

The task “Send 3 gifts” is solved quite quickly and brings a somewhat rare shiny with Pummeluff. If you don’t have it yet, you should chase the quest or go for the Spotlight Hour in November.

What you should know about the Pandir form: This month, the Pandir form has changed again. While before it was #2, now it is #4. If you are missing this shiny, you should focus on the quest regarding great throws.

How long will the quests be available? The next change is expected on December 1 at 10:00 PM German time. It might then revolve around ice Pokémon again – after all, the Christmas season is approaching.

Research Breakthrough in November

What is there in the research breakthrough? In November, you can get Togetic from the breakthrough. You will be able to find it there until December 1.

Is the breakthrough worth it? For PvP fans, the research breakthrough is quite interesting. After all, the final evolution Togekiss is one of the best Pokémon in the Master League.

So, if you are still looking for a good team for the Master League, you might snag a good specimen in the breakthrough.

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MMORPG Ashes of Creation finally shows its PvP – But one detail does not please many

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 4 minutes

In a new livestream, the developers of Ashes of Creation presented their PvP system. In the video, they faced off against other devs and some players. However, one detail during the fights did not sit well with the fans.

What kind of livestream was it? Every last Friday of the month, the developers showcase new content for Ashes of Creation. This time, it was all about PvP.

Gameplay was shown where about 80 people fought against each other. This group consisted of players who purchased the most expensive backer packages and developers. The entire battle felt somewhat reminiscent of the battles in Cyrodiil in ESO:

  • Many players in one place
  • Very chaotic fights
  • Little CC compared to other games like WoW and GW2
  • Many effects

The latter is also a major criticism from viewers of the livestream.

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Viewers feel lost in effects, Sharif promises improvement

What is the criticism? Viewers described the effects as far too large, colorful, and prominent. They are said to make the fights completely confusing. Often, the viewers are also unclear about which AoE effects are positive and which are negative.

In fact, the fights appear completely chaotic, especially to outsiders.

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What do the developers say? Game Director and founder Steven Sharif explained during the livestream that the effects are not final. He promised adjustments and a significant reduction as the game develops further. Many of them are also supposed to be placeholders.

He also addressed another criticism regarding the appearance of the characters. Some criticized that all races move exactly the same and that animations like jumping are identical. This is also expected to change by release.

Mass battles are the focus in Ashes of Creation

What PvP content does the MMORPG offer? In Ashes of Creation, much revolves around the topic of PvP. Players can fight each other in the open world, where there is a corruption system meant to severely punish attacks on weak players:

  • A high level of corruption results in fewer status points like health and mana. Eventually, the player will no longer be able to fight.
  • At a certain level of corruption, players will be marked on the world map.
  • Players with a high level of corruption can also lose their equipped gear.
Here’s how the corruption system works in open-world PvP (Image source: Ashes Wiki).

However, there are also scenarios where you are “forced” into PvP:

  • There are caravan events where players transport their goods. Participation in these events automatically marks you for PvP.
  • The 5 castles and all cities can be attacked. In corresponding battles, you are also marked for PvP.
  • There are special “Hunting Grounds” – areas where PvP is always active.
  • There are special PvP arenas, which are, however, instanced.

What about balancing in PvP? Sharif revealed during the livestream that the balance in PvP is focused on mass battles. A specific adjustment for small 1v1 fights is therefore not planned.

It is possible that some of the 64 classes may be significantly superior to others.

24-hour livestream and information about the alpha

What else was revealed in the livestream? In addition to the PvP content, the next livestream was also discussed. It will take place on November 7 at 15:00 our time. As part of the charity event “Extra Life”, there will be a 24-hour stream. New gameplay is also expected to be shown there.

Furthermore, there was another mention of the plans regarding the alpha of Ashes of Creation. The planned dates are set, but there is always a chance that they may be postponed again.

In addition, many new screenshots of environments, characters, and buildings in the MMORPG were shared.

  • Architecture
  • Ashes of Creation Armor
    Armor
  • Ashes of Creation Characters
    Characters
  • Ashes of Creation Plants
    Environment

Ashes of Creation is a Kickstarter MMORPG and currently one of the most promising. If you want to learn more about the game, and also about crowdfunding MMORPGs, you should listen to the MeinMMO podcast on it. In it, we discuss upcoming games in detail, as well as those that are at risk of failing.

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MMORPG has 7 years after release with more players than ever – Because of Corona

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

The MMORPG Oldschool RuneScape is currently so popular that a new record has been set. There are supposed to be several reasons for this.

What record has been set? On Twitter, the developer studio Jagex announced on November 1 that 157,445 players were simultaneously playing the MMORPG Oldschool RuneScape. But this number was shortly topped afterwards.

On the official website of the MMORPG, it is mentioned in the forum that there are even more than 164,000 concurrent players.

That is about 10,000 more than at the end of March/beginning of April, when Jagex was able to measure just over 155,000 concurrent players, which was already a record back then.

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Corona Drives Growth in RuneScape

How did this all-time high come about? Jagex cites several reasons for this:

  • The league “Leagues II – Trailblazer”, which started in August, apparently was extremely well-received. So well that a lot of players seem to have stayed.
  • Furthermore, the Corona crisis is mentioned as a reason. The pandemic generally leads to a surge in video games, especially online games. RuneScape is apparently no exception.

What is this league? The league takes place in a separate game mode, for which everyone needs to create a new account. Tasks must be completed to unlock new game areas. You need to proceed tactically because you can only take on a certain number of tasks. During this, you collect points that unlock rewards and relics with buffs.

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The Trailblazer league helps attract new players to RuneScape.

Could this also be related to the Steam launch? There could be a connection, but not in the way some might think. RuneScape 3 was launched on October 14 via Steam. This is the modern version of the MMORPG. The Steam players do not count towards the player number that has now set a record for OldSchool RuneScape, one of the oldest still active online role-playing games.

However, RuneScape 3 has been heavily criticized on Steam particularly by RuneScape fans who feel that version 3 is not the “true” RuneScape. They encouraged players to try OldSchool RuneScape instead. Therefore, it is conceivable that this has contributed to the classic version of the MMORPG experiencing this increase in players.

What is OldSchool RuneScape? There are two versions of the MMORPG RuneScape. RuneScape 3 is continually being developed and revised as well as modernized. However, this did not sit well with some veterans of the original version, who prefer the classic gaming experience.

Therefore, Jagex developed the Oldschool variant in 2013, which plays like in the early days. Changes are only made here in close communication with the community.

Jagex, however, is not only concerned with RuneScape. The studio is also working on a new next-gen MMORPG. 

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FIFA 21 TOTW 6: Predictions for the new Team of the Week

Max Handwerk Max Handwerk Reading time 2 minutes

On Wednesday, November 4th, the TOTW 6 (Team of the Week) will be released in FIFA 21. The TOTW Predictions show who could be included.

Update, November 4th: The new TOTW 6 is available. Here you can find the current Team of the Week 6.

This is the Team of the Week: Every Wednesday, the TOTW is released, bringing new special cards into the game. These are based on the real performances of players over the past week. Players performing particularly well are rewarded with an Inform card that brings improved stats.

These cards are available for a week in packs, and they also appear as Player Picks in the Weekend League rewards. They can also be found on the transfer market if you have saved enough coins beforehand.

These are TOTW Predictions: Every week, the FIFA community speculates on who could be in the new TOTW. The TOTW Predictions are forecasts and guesses about who might receive a special card in the new Team of the Week.

These predictions do not provide guarantees, but they give a good overview of who could be in the TOTW – and who might be worth investing in on the transfer market. How to do that can be learned in our trading tips for FIFA 21.

Prediction for Team of the Week 6 in Ultimate Team

The FIFA YouTuber Kieron SSF has made a detailed prediction of who could be included in the TOTW 6 this week (via YouTube). The predictions include some OTW players like Jota, Semedo, or Ziyech, who could possibly receive an upgrade. From the Bundesliga, candidates like BVB defender Mats Hummels or Leverkusen’s Alario are included.

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Goalkeepers

  • GK: Pacheco (Deportivo Alavaes)
  • GK: Consigli (Sassuolo)
  • GK: Jansson (Örebro SK)

Defenders

  • CB: Hummels (Dortmund)
  • CB: Gabriel (Arsenal)
  • RB: Semedo (Wolverhampton)

Midfielders

  • RM: Goncalves (Sporting Lisbon)
  • RM: Okafor (RB Salzburg)
  • CM: Ward-Prowse (Southampton)
  • CAM: Vloet (Heracles Almelo)
  • CAM: Kempe (SV Darmstadt)
  • LM: Tello (Real Betis)
  • ST: Gervinho (Parma)
  • CAM: Ziyech (Chelsea FC)

Forwards

  • LF: Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
  • ST: Benzema (Real Madrid)
  • ST: Camilo (Mazatlan FC)
  • ST: Joao Felix (Atletico Madrid)
  • ST: Lucas Alario (Leverkusen)
  • ST: Dembele (Peterborough United)
  • ST: Bayo (Clermont Foot)
  • ST: Kardec (Chongqing)
  • LF: Martins (AS Monaco)

What about Ronaldo? The YouTuber discusses Cristiano Ronaldo a bit separately. Although the forward scored twice for Juventus after coming on, one of those was from a penalty. Will that be enough for a TOTW card that would rank among the best in the game? Wednesday will tell.

Are you looking for some variety in FIFA 21 Ultimate Team? Then check out the Silver Lounge! Here you can find player tips for the Silver mode.

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Genshin Impact and the annoying resin system – Is anything being done about it?

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 3 minutes

The resin system of Genshin Impact has been under criticism for weeks. But is there anything more coming? The developers spoke about improvements.

Although Genshin Impact became a worldwide success “out of nowhere”, there are many limitations in the game. The most annoying of these is probably the resin system, which puts a stop to players after about 30 minutes of gameplay per day. Long sessions in the RPG with co-op options are then out of the question.

What is the resin system? In Genshin Impact, players have a special resource called “Original Resin”. This resource is required for almost all endgame activities in Genshin Impact. Whether you tackle major bosses like the Wolf or Storm Terror or just sift through some spheres for materials – everything in the endgame costs resin.

Resin can only be generated over time, receiving one every 8 minutes. Activities cost between 20 and 60 resin, so you may have to wait many hours to feel some progress. This is reminiscent of many energy systems common in mobile games.

Original Resin Genshin Impact
With Primogems (Original Resin) you can buy almost everything – including resin.

If you want more original resin, you have to spend the premium currency Original Resin (Primogems) and eventually resort to real money. A system that not everyone likes.

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What will be changed? Even though there was nothing more to hear in the presentation of Patch 1.1, miHoYo wants to raise the maximum limit of original resin. This was at least revealed in a “Developer Discussion” on October 22. The maximum of 120 resin will then increase to 160. This should at least ensure a bit more continuous playtime. However, it does not change anything for players who spend their resin on time.

Additionally, the weekly task in the Battle Pass will change. Previously, you had to spend 1,600 resin per week, which was nearly impossible for free-to-play players. The value is reduced to 1,200, making it significantly easier to achieve.

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More resin is available for cash. But do you want that?

Is there more to come? In response to a query from PCGamer, the developers explained that they are “aware of the feedback regarding the resin system and that the team is already working on some solutions”. However, more information on how the system will be improved will only be available when an implementation of these solutions is foreseeable.

As of now, it seems that this will not be the case with Patch 1.1.

No resin anymore? Then you can at least farm some of the tougher opponents – you should do this daily:

Players want more to do: The underlying problem with the resin system is that players who have already completed the story have little to do. They log in once for the 4 daily missions, then take on 3 bosses or 6 spheres, which takes about 15 to 30 minutes. After that, there is little to do once the world has been farmed empty.

It is to be hoped that even more content will come that can also be played in co-op mode without the need for resin. Then Genshin could keep free-to-play players engaged for longer than just a few minutes a day.

We at MeinMMO had the developers in an interview and grilled them with some questions about the future of the game.

It is to be hoped that even more content will come that can also be played in co-op mode without the need for resin. Then Genshin could keep free-to-play players engaged for longer than just a few minutes a day.

We at MeinMMO had the developers in an interview and grilled them with some questions about the future of the game.

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Source(s):
  1. pcgamer.com
  2. genshin.mihoyo.com

WoW celebrates its 16th birthday – and you level up faster than ever before

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World of Warcraft turns 16 years old. This is being celebrated in-game as well – experience points, reputation, and a new item are raining down.

Since Patch 9.0 of World of Warcraft went live, leveling up has been incredibly fast. Thanks to the level squish, the 50 levels go by quickly, and many players reach the maximum level within one evening. For those who still want more, additional bonuses are now available, as WoW is celebrating its 16th birthday. By the way, the Darkmoon Faire is also taking place, promising even more XP.

What XP bonuses are currently available in WoW?

For WoW’s birthday, every character receives a small gift box through the mailbox. This also includes a “Holiday Package,” which, when used, increases gained reputation and experience by 16% – until the end of the event.

You can wonderfully combine this with the buff from the Darkmoon Faire, which offers an additional 10% on reputation and experience points. You receive the buff when you ride the roller coaster or merry-go-round. Tickets can be obtained from the NPC right in front of both attractions.

At the Darkmoon Faire, there’s again a 10% bonus – as every month.

In contrast to the Holiday Package, the Darkmoon buff lasts only an hour and must be refreshed, which takes a few minutes.

Combined, these two buffs increase leveling speed by a hefty 26%. This means it only takes a few hours to reach the maximum level.

The buffs are also worthwhile for those who simply want to farm some reputation to snag a few Paragon chests.

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World of Warcraft – The 16th Birthday

The 16th birthday of WoW – What’s new? Basically, there are no major changes for the 16th birthday of World of Warcraft. Only a cloak suitable for transmog can be purchased from the vendor for 200 Time-Warped Badges.

16% on XP and reputation are available for the birthday.

What else does the birthday offer? In essence, all events from previous years are also present again. Just last year, WoW celebrated its 15th anniversary and brought some innovations. These are also included this year. They are:

  • The old “Classic” bosses – Azuregos, Kazzak, and the Nightmare Dragons
  • The classic Alterac Valley
  • Daily quests on lore questions in the Caverns of Time

Not included is the special “15-Year Raid,” where you had to defeat a total of 9 bosses from different WoW eras. This event was likely intended exclusively for the 15th birthday and has not returned.

WoW has slightly advanced its birthday so that the event does not coincide with the release of Shadowlands. Because there, the XP and reputation buff at the beginning might be a bit too powerful.

The birthday lasts until November 22 – ending just before the release of Shadowlands.

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Source(s):
  1. worldofwarcraft.com/en-us/

PS5: No colorful side panels – Sony forces faceplate dealers to give up

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If you wanted to give the side panels of your PlayStation 5 a different color, there are now hardly any options – at least for now. After a threat from Sony, the only major Custom Plates seller is giving up.

What’s the deal with the faceplates for the PS5? So far, the PS5 is only available in white. In a video, Sony disassembled the PlayStation 5 and it became known that the white side covers, known as faceplates, are interchangeable.

Since then, some have wanted to give their new Sony console an alternative color, as soon as the PlayStation 5 is released. However, Sony itself has not announced any further color options yet, but there was already the first third-party retailer offering such custom faceplates for $39.99 in various colors – Customize my Plates.

This retailer now has to give up – at least when it comes to colorful side panels for the PS5.

The different faceplates from Customize my Plates

Therefore, the faceplate retailer is giving up: As Customize my Plates has now informed Videogameschronicle.com in an email, all orders will be canceled. The reason for the withdrawal, according to the retailer itself, is a threat of legal action from Sony.

The company emphasizes that it was confident that there would be no issues with Sony patents. However, Sony’s lawyers saw it differently and informed the company that the faceplates would also be considered Sony’s intellectual property. If Customize my Plates were to sell or distribute them in any country, it would end up in court, according to the lawyers.

Therefore, they will now cancel all orders worldwide and refund customers. They are extremely disappointed about this but see no other option, the faceplate retailer said.

The PS5 remains white for now

There have already been issues for the retailer: Customize my Plates had previously had trouble with Sony. The company initially launched under the name PlateStation5. However, just one day after starting the business, they were asked by Sony’s lawyers to change the name, as it would violate a protected trademark.

The company changed the name and assumed that everyone would be happy now. However, Sony evidently saw it differently in the end.

What’s next for the retailer? Customize my Plates will no longer sell faceplates. Currently, they offer skins for controllers and consoles. These are essentially vinyl stickers.

Both PS5 models along with optional original accessories – so far everything kept in white
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No chance for colorful side panels for PS5? After this incident, it seems unlikely that new faceplate offers from third-party suppliers will arise again anytime soon. However, the demand is definitely there, and it would be surprising if Sony missed such an opportunity to earn extra money – especially in light of the action against the provider.

Many believe it’s only a matter of time before Sony itself offers optional side covers for the PS5 or then releases licensed products. However, the PS5 will likely remain white at launch.

What about you? Are you satisfied with white, or would you have preferred another color? Would you be happy about side panels in other colors? By the way, according to the patent, Sony might surprise its fans again at the PS5 release

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Source(s):
  1. Videogameschronicle (VGC)
  2. GameSpot