An attentive customer has discovered a price tag for the SSD of the PlayStation 5 in a US market. The storage expansion is even comparatively inexpensive.
For someone who likes to have many games on their hard drive and play many games simultaneously, the storage space of the SSD in the PS5, with 825 GB, is relatively limited. Rumor has it that there are only about 664 GB of free storage space available for games.
This is why many are keenly interested in possible storage expansions. There may be good news here.
Where does the info come from? The info comes from the USA. There, a customer apparently discovered a price tag for a PlayStation 5 SSD in a shopping center of the large retail chain Walmart. This would be the first information about the price of a PS5 SSD ever.
However, since this information has not yet been officially confirmed by Sony, take it all with a grain of caution and skepticism.
What does the price tag reveal about the PS5 SSD? The price tag apparently refers to a 500GB variant of the PS5 SSD. It is listed there for 115 USD, which is approximately 97 €.
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However, it is not clear what kind of SSD model this is supposed to be. It is also unclear whether Sony might offer “in-house” storage expansions or if it is a PS5-compatible SSD from a third party.
However, it is clear: If the price is correct, it would be comparatively cheap and cheaper than many had feared.
This is how expensive comparable SSDs are: The interesting part: The PS5 requires an NVMe SSD with PCIe 4.0 support. Comparing the price of the listed SSD with models that, according to the current status, could be used in the PS5 based on their technical specifications, the SSD listed at Walmart is relatively inexpensive at just under 100 €, even for 500 GB:
The 980 Pro from Samsung costs around 137 € for 500 GB of storage
The SN850 from Western Digital with 500 GB of storage costs 127 €
However, if the price from Walmart turns out to be true and actually refers to a PS5-specific SSD with corresponding performance, the storage expansion for the PS5 may indeed be cheaper than many had previously thought.
Which SSDs are compatible with the PS5? Right here, one is still in the dark. It is only known that the PS5 supports PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSDs and that a list of officially certified SSDs that are suitable for the PS5 will be released. The “Walmart leak” does not provide any new information in this regard.
This is why one should wait before purchasing a storage expansion for the PS5. PS5 games are designed for the fast SSD of the PlayStation 5. Models that do not meet certain requirements can lead to problems. Which models those are is still unknown – even though there are only a few weeks left until the official launch of the PS5.
The Halloween event in Pokémon GO has officially started! It brings new raids, shinies, and strong quests. To give you an overview, here are all the details.
This is how long the event runs: Until November 4th at 3:00 AM, you can benefit from the bonuses. We have already provided an overview of the general bonuses here:
Some trainers have already tasted the event atmosphere and the details are known. There are costume returnees and some surprising bonuses.
New quests and shinies for the Halloween event
These are the field research tasks: There are a few new quests for the Halloween event, especially those surrounding Cryppuk:
Catch 28 ghost Pokémon
Reward: Encounter with a Cryppuk
Catch 18 dark Pokémon
Reward: Encounter with a Cryppuk
Defeat 2 shadow Pokémon
Reward: Encounter with a Tragosso
Use 5 power-ups on Pokémon
Reward: Encounter with Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle in costumes
Win 2 raids
Reward: Encounter with Cryppuk or Makabaja (not yet confirmed)
So you have to do a lot for Cryppuk. Ghost Pokémon are currently quite common, including Driftlon, Zwirrlicht, and Shuppet.
Dark Pokémon are also appearing more frequently. These include Pokémon like Alolan Rattata or Alolan Grimer. However, these Pokémon are significantly rarer than ghost Pokémon.
You should definitely complete the quests surrounding Cryppuk. The Pokémon does not appear outside of Halloween and debuts as shiny. You should take advantage of this chance.
These shinies are available: Cryppuk has already been announced as a new shiny. However, you can also catch additional shinies that were not necessarily expected.
This is what shiny Cryppuk looks like.
These include Zobiris and Gengar in costume. Both can appear as shiny and be caught.
Additionally, there is Pikachu in a Mimikyu costume in the wild. It was already catchable last year and this time it too appears as shiny. Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle are also making appearances in their costumes from last year in raids. They too can be shiny.
New raids for the Halloween event
This is the list: Numerous spooky Pokémon await you in the raids. Here is an overview. All Pokémon marked with a star can be shiny:
Raid Level
Pokémon
Level 1 Raid (red egg)
Charmander in costume* Bulbasaur in costume* Squirtle in costume* Flunkifer* Zobiris in costume* Traunfugil*
Level 3 Raid (yellow egg)
Raichu Banette Absol* Gengar in costume* Alolan Marowak*
Mega Raid (red-white egg)
Mega Charizard X* Mega Charizard Y* Mega Blastoise* Mega Pidgeot* Mega Gengar* Mega Houndoom*
Level 5 Raid (black egg)
Darkrai*
Almost all the Pokémon that are in the raids this time can also be shiny. You should at least secure the costume version of all Pokémon, as they have collector’s value.
Special research on Mega-Gengar
This is the research: Anyone who has completed the Mega Buddy Challenge gains access to this research around Mega-Gengar. It consists of 3 stages and is quick to complete:
Mega-Gengar 1/3
Task
Reward
Send 13 Pokémon
10 Pokéballs
Catch 13 ghost-type Pokémon
Encounter with Nebulak
Catch 13 dark-type Pokémon
Encounter with Hunduster
Stage reward: For completing this stage, you will receive 50 Mega Energy from Gengar, 5 Nebulak candies, 500 Stardust
Mega-Gengar 2/3
Task
Reward
Land 9 great throws in a row
Encounter with Nebulak
Evolve 4 Pokémon
Encounter with Alpollo
Catch 94 Pokémon
Encounter with Gengar in costume
Stage reward: For completing this stage, you will receive 50 Mega Energy from Gengar, 5 Nebulak candies, 1000 Stardust
Mega-Gengar 3/3
Task
Reward
Already completed
20 Mega Energy from Gengar
Already completed
20 Mega Energy from Gengar
Already completed
20 Mega Energy from Gengar
Stage reward: For completing this stage, you will receive 100 Mega Energy from Gengar, 10 Nebulak candies, 1500 Stardust
There is a lot going on in Pokémon GO! However, in November it continues right away. The first events have already been announced:
In social media, there are reports, images, and teaser videos of the first delivered PS5 consoles, which Sony has now sent to numerous selected influencers and media representatives. Reactions to this are mixed.
What’s the deal with the first delivered PS5? On the afternoon of October 23, new tweets and reports came in almost minute by minute showing the first delivered boxes of Sony’s new next-gen console PlayStation 5 – in some cases even with complete accessories.
The launch of the PS5 in the first countries will not take place until November 12. In Europe, including Germany, even later on November 19. So who are the lucky ones?
Who exactly received a PS5 early? The delivered consoles are not an early regular delivery – “normal” players will still have to practice patience until the official launch dates.
The first next-gen consoles from Sony went to trade media and influencers – primarily in the US. From the well-known host Geoff Keighley to gaming sites like IGN to some lesser-known influencers, some visibly happy recipients were present.
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Accompanying this were new advertisements. For instance, there was a new ad clip featuring US rapper Travis Scott.
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FC Bayern star Robert Lewandowski also made headlines with a picture featuring a DualSense controller of the PS5 and simultaneously advertised the new console.
Are there new details about the PS5? No, not really. While there is a good look at the original packaging of the PS5 and some official accessories like headphones or camera, there apparently is still an embargo. So far, there is no unboxing video of the PS5. There are only minor teasers, none of which show the exact contents of the package.
Unboxing the PS5 controller: Only an unboxing clip of the DualSense controller has appeared on YouTube, which provides a good visual impression of the new PS5 controller. You can watch the video here:
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How the community reacts: In the community, the reports of the first sent PS5 are received with mixed feelings. Many are looking forward to upcoming tests, unboxing videos, and potential new details about Sony’s next-gen console that should follow in the coming days or weeks.
Others are getting really hot and can hardly wait until they can finally unpack their pre-ordered PlayStation 5 and hold it in their hands and try it out.
Yet again, others are far from pleased. Some find it unfortunate that Sony prefers certain people due to their status but has still not concretely addressed the pre-order situation and the further availability of the PS5 that will truly affect many interested parties.
Because not everyone who wanted a PlayStation 5 has been able to secure one so far – despite now two waves of pre-orders. While the first can enjoy a PS5 or look forward with a secure pre-order to the launch, many others hope to acquire a PS5 either at launch or at least sometime this year.
The current situation regarding the availability of the PS5: Currently, the PS5 is completely sold out. And whether this will change in the near future is questionable.
For instance, Amazon and MediaMarkt have made it clear that they will not accept any more pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 anytime soon. It is uncertain whether the PS5 will be available at retail in Germany at launch, but current indications are not positive.
Although Sony mentioned in a tweet before the second wave of stock at the end of the year, it is unclear when exactly that will be or if it is still current – no official information has been released on this topic since then.
However, there are always rumors that both Sony and Microsoft may face supply difficulties for their next-gen consoles until spring 2021 due to COVID-19.
Many therefore wish for clear words from Sony. But currently, there is nothing to do but wait.
MMORPGs are full of clichés and things that players encounter time and again. Here we present the 5 biggest of these clichés.
The world of MMORPGs is vast and diverse. Whether you dive into World of Warcraft in the Shadowlands, lead the Sith Empire to former glory in Star Wars: The Old Republic, or pet some Khajiit behind the ears in The Elder Scrolls Online, there is always something to do and something new to accomplish.
However, all these games – and pretty much all other MMORPGs – have earned a reputation over the years for some clichés. We present the 5 biggest of them here.
You are the Chosen One! … But so is everyone else
MMORPGs often try to strike a balance. On one hand, the game must provide a great experience for groups and thousands of players simultaneously, who can meet and interact in the game world. On the other hand, telling an interesting story is important, because a good narrative can keep players engaged for a long time.
This inevitably leads to the story becoming increasingly heroic and glorious over time. What began as a small, unknown adventurer or traveler inevitably transforms into the Chosen One. Whether you become the “Champion” in WoW or you are the chosen Jedi who will overthrow the Sith Emperor – our characters are always great heroes sooner or later.
The chosen Ashbringer – there are hundreds of them on every server.
In the “personal” story, all other players are mostly just side characters who get lost in the mass of soldiers or adventurers while the player’s character is elevated to a pedestal. However, this rarely diminishes the strange feeling that it is somehow surprising when all twenty paladins next to me also carry the unique, legendary weapon meant only for the Chosen One.
A problem that none of the current MMORPGs have convincingly solved.
Fetch Quests that send you across the wilderness
The game worlds of MMORPGs are extensive. After all, one of the great appeals of this world is that you can completely lose yourself in it. While exploring on your own is often interesting, long errands can become a chore.
In almost every game, you find these errands. Time and again, our hero – who is actually the epic savior of an entire land – is exploited as a mail carrier. These are the so-called Fetch Quests.
Fetch Quests cause screaming fits. At least sometimes.
So you meander through the game world for several minutes, trying to carve your way through unfamiliar maps, only to finally arrive at the camp at the “edge of the world” and report some guy about his wife’s troubles. This is usually rewarded with only a fraction of the experience points of a “real” quest.
This is particularly frustrating only when the errand ends with your character standing in a camp where there is nothing further to do, perhaps because the level is still insufficient. Then you want to slam your teeth deep into the keyboard and demand back the lost half hour.
At least: Most MMORPGs now offer shortcuts like mounts or the ability to teleport to the destination. But sometimes you just have to walk yourself – and that can be exhausting.
Women are healers. Always.
I’m sure that just reading the headline made you think of one or another lady from your guild or your environment, who always plays the dutiful healer in every dungeon or raid visit.
Why this cliché – and somehow also prejudice – has held up so well over the years is hard to say. The “urban legend” behind it is that guys introduced their girlfriends to MMORPGs and they wanted to play something that supports their partners. This quickly narrows the selection to a healer role.
Friendly, caring, and always a healer. The common female cliché in MMORPGs.
And sure: These women exist. The caring guild nurse who guides all groups through the dungeons with her healing skills and perfectly embodies this cliché. Every female gamer cliché is fulfilled somewhere – the one for guys, by the way, too.
But then just think a little deeper. I bet you know just as many women who play tanks or cast spells at a distance to burn the enemies? That they always have to be mean, red-haired witches is another whole different cliché…
Drop rates that defy all logic
Many missions in MMORPGs are standard fare and follow a simple pattern. A few rogues need to be dealt with who have attacked the local farm. Or a plague of particularly large bears is causing chaos and must now be contained.
Particularly prominent examples of this category have long existed in World of Warcraft. For a long time, you were supposed to collect ears from trolls, only to become frustrated after a few minutes, finding that only every fifth troll has one or two ears. Looking even further back, in WoW Classic, there was the dreaded quest where players had to collect Zhevra hooves. Each of these animals actually has four of them. However, the developers probably found it funny to only give one to every fifth animal in the inventory.
At least the big dragons always drop a head.
A cliché that still holds today, even though the developers have become smarter. They no longer ask for troll ears, but for “well-preserved” or “beautiful” troll ears. At least they have a reason for why they are so rare.
The Free2Play transition after everything else has failed
A cliché that too often turns out to be the truth is the transition from a full-price title with a subscription model to Free2Play. Once expensive games with monthly costs become suddenly free after a few quarters and come with a cash shop or other optional purchasing options.
No wonder then that players have become increasingly critical of new subscription games. After many games have inevitably slipped into Free2Play, subscription costs for new games were scrutinized. After all, it was just additional acquisition costs for the game spread over several months – for a game that would soon be available for free anyway.
Made a lot of money and then shift to Free2Play – players now fear this with every MMORPG.
The list of games that have gone this route is long. Big titles such as Star Wars: The Old Republic have been affected just like WildStar. While some survived the “fall” and recovered (SWTOR), others had to shut down shortly thereafter (WildStar).
Only a few of the major MMORPGs still cling to their subscription model – the most famous are probably World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV. Most other MMORPGs have made the jump to Free2Play and now offer subscriptions only as a “bonus,” which then grants certain advantages.
Do you remember any more clichés from the realm of MMORPGs that you have noticed time and again? If not, you can search for them in the best Free2Play MMORPGs.
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In FIFA 21, the servers are down, and the EA servers are experiencing an outage. The big Rulebreakers event should have just started.
FIFA servers are down: The Rulebreakers event started at 7:00 PM, but it seems the servers could not handle the influx. Since 7 PM, players have been receiving error messages that the game cannot connect to the EA servers.
The FIFA servers are having issues
There is also no access via the Web App and Companion App. A connection to the server cannot be established. The error message emphasizes that registration is unavailable and players should log in via console/PC to enjoy the “complete FUT gaming experience.” However, even on the console, players cannot access online services like Ultimate Team.
Update, 9:32 PM: A new message was posted on Twitter, this time again from EA Help. The source of the problem has been identified, and they are working on a solution.
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Update, 8:22 PM: The servers are still unreachable. The Direct Communication channel has announced that matchmaking in all FIFA titles will now be disabled while the issue is further investigated.
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They are aware of the connection issues and want to keep players informed. However, no solution has yet been announced.
EA servers down right before the event and Weekend League
Actually, the new Rulebreakers event should just be starting in FIFA 21. There are new special cards – it’s possible that this caused a large influx to the servers.
Depending on how long the servers are down, this new connection issue could also affect the current Weekend League: In the past, the Weekend League has often been extended if such a situation arose and lasted longer. It is possible that the current round will also be extended.
Here you can find tips for the Weekend League so that you can achieve as many victories as possible when the servers are back online.
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What is included in the event? In the event, players can secure the new “Rulebreakers” cards. These are special cards of players who receive unusual changes in their stats.
The cards can be obtained in packs if one has a bit of luck. They can also be found on the market. How to earn a lot of coins for transfers is explained in our trading tips.
Additionally, there will be special SBCs and weekly tasks that can earn players one of the new cards.
Overview of Rulebreakers Team 1
This is what the new cards can do: EA Sports announced via Twitter which cards are part of the first Rulebreakers team.
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The “Rulebreakers” leave their old playing style behind and transform into a different type of player. The first team includes:
Harry Kane (91)
Laporte (88)
Douglas Costa (87)
Dries Mertens (87)
Nainggolan (85)
Ocampos (85)
André (83)
Marcos Llorente (84)
Lazzari (84)
Kamara (83)
Dumfries (83)
The cards have some very noticeable changes in stats.
For example, Dries Mertens receives a decrease in dribbling but a significant upgrade in shooting. This could mean that this Mertens version is more likely to shoot rather than dribble.
Harry Kane is known for his incredible shooting stats but is usually very slow. Here, the card has a speed rating of 91, which suddenly makes Kane a sprinter.
Douglas Costa from Bayern receives not only a 3-point increase in his overall rating but also a strong boost in shooting. However, he loses a little bit of speed.
Interesting cards in SBCs and tasks
This is still included in the event: The event comes with more special cards in the SBCs and weekly tasks. In the tasks, players can acquire a particularly interesting card for Bundesliga teams: The Rulebreakers variant of Nordi Mukiele, who is a strong option as a right-back.
Mukiele is available from tasks
Also unusual is the player from the Player-Pick SBC. Here you can secure one of two versions of Inaki Williams: One with a particularly high dribbling stat or one with a high shooting stat.
This is unusual: You can choose from two versions
Further Rulebreakers rewards are expected in live friendlies. These might soon be even more worthwhile – Friendlies are already fun anyway.
Rulebreakers instead of Halloween event?
Stat boosts usually came from the Ultimate Scream Event, which players had been expecting around Halloween. This role seems to be taken over by the Rulebreakers. As there will also be a second team, it is presumed that this will appear a week later – thus taking the slot for a Scream team for now.
However, EA announced on their official website that there will be Halloween content (via EA). From October 29th, SBCs and tasks will be available, featuring appropriate kits, stadium items, and pack rewards. What exactly this will look like, we will probably find out next week.
In Destiny 2 today, on October 23rd, Xur is visiting. Where will the exotic vendor with the noodle face settle this time? And what exotics does he have for you this weekend? Read here everything about Xur’s location and inventory this weekend.
What is happening in Destiny 2? Although there are still a few weeks until the release of Beyond Light, you can already grab cool rewards from the upcoming expansion:
Furthermore, Bungie is revealing more information about Beyond Light. We finally know the changes that affect your weapons.
But first, Xur is here today, and we will take a look at his inventory together.
All info about Xur on October 23, 2020 – PS4, PC, Xbox One, Google Stadia
It’s Xur time: Today, Xur will appear again at 7:00 PM and offer his exotics on a planet of his choice. Before he disappears again with the Weekly Reset on October 27th.
We’ll tell you where to find Xur
What does Xur have for sale? Does the exotic vendor have gear pieces with high overall values this weekend? Or a sought-after exotic weapon?
We’ll take a look at his inventory and reveal what he is selling.
Where is Xur located? This is his location this weekend
Xur’s position: You can find the noodle face this weekend in the EDZ in the area “Twisted Shore”.
Xur’s position in the EDZ
Xur’s inventory from October 23rd to October 27th – All exotics at a glance
Weapon: Cerberus+1 – Auto rifle for 29 Legendary shards
The Valorant streamer AverageJonas regularly received large donations during his Twitch stream, which he had to painfully repay due to a chargeback. Benefactor Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, however, steps in and “fixes” this for him.
This is what happened: The Twitch streamer AverageJonas streams Valorant on Twitch and shows what he can do in the game. He received several donations from one of his viewers during different streams. In total, the streamer received $5400 from his generous viewer.
However, this generosity turned out to be false, because soon the streamer had to suddenly repay this money, as he stated on Twitter. The reason for this was a “chargeback”: a refund where the viewer demanded to get his donated money back.
This can be done by the “donor” informing Paypal or his bank that he did not donate this money himself, but that someone might have stolen his credit card.
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For AverageJonas, this means he had to return the donation of $5400. But that was not all, as the streamer also had to pay an additional $400 out of his own pocket. This would be the fees incurred during the refund.
Ninja steps in as a benefactor
This is how Twitch colleague Ninja reacted: Ninja, who also enjoys playing Valorant from time to time and is now streaming again on Twitch, saw AverageJonas’s tweet on Twitter. In response, he simply replied with “it’s fixed.”
What he meant by this became clear only when AverageJonas responded to this comment. Ninja had donated him the money.
He replaced the original donation and even added the $400 that the streamer had to pay for fees himself.
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Ninja is actually known for his toxic outbursts, whether in the game itself or when he is teased during a stream. However, he also seems to have this side where he steps in for other colleagues. Most streamers will understand how laborious a “chargeback” can be.
In Destiny 2 Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten are getting a serious nerf. This is due to the weapon changes that will come into effect with Beyond Light. MeinMMO takes a look at why this is unnecessary with these hand cannons and how much it could hurt.
These are the weapons: The two hand cannons Lunas Howl and its big brother Not Forgotten (NF) came into play with the acclaimed Forsaken expansion. The guns immediately rose to the top of the PvP food chain – that’s why every Guardian wanted to have them.
More than 2 years have passed since their introduction. The once bright shining star of the two revolvers has already taken a serious blow. And with Beyond Light, Bungie seems to be finally sending both former monsters to their graves.
MeinMMO takes a look at why this hurts so much, is actually totally unnecessary, but is also somehow okay.
Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten
A cult grew around Luna and NF. Two important factors came together: enormous power and a lot of prestige.
The strength was that the hand cannons belonged to the 180 archetype. These fire the fastest of all revolvers and are also the most precise. They actually deal hardly any damage, which results in a slow TTK.
However, Luna and NF could massively increase damage through their exclusive perk “Magnificent Howl” – by a whopping 125%. After two precise hits, you had a Magnum from an action movie in your hand that effortlessly and quickly took down Guardians.
Where does the prestige come from? Both weapons had to be earned with great effort. The only place for this was the tough competitive playlist.
While Luna could still be earned by any patient Guardian with enough ambition, NF is only accessible to crucible enthusiasts.
All of this contributed to the feeling that the two top weapons were very rewarding. You could work specifically towards the monsters and had something really valuable at the end of your PvP journey.
Weapon Archetypes explained: In Destiny, weapons are classified into archetypes based on their rate of fire. A 180 hand cannon spits out 180 rounds per minute. A 180 scout rifle has the same rate of fire. Additionally, it is usually the case: the higher the rate of fire, the lower the damage per bullet. A 140 hand cannon thus shoots a good deal slower, but makes bigger holes than its 180 counterpart.
Beyond Light will be the death knell for Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten
This is how Bungie tamed the monsters: To end the reign of terror of the two wonder weapons, Bungie resorted to two nerfs for Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten:
They were “degraded” to 150 – they fired slower but kept their precision.
The exclusive perk “Magnificent Howl” was significantly weakened – now 3 shots were the minimum needed to take down other players in PvP.
Bungie achieved its goal. Both guns were still good, but they were no longer overpowered weapons, as they had made a name for themselves.
This is happening in Beyond Light: With the Beyond Light expansion, Luna and NF will once again take a direct hit:
In Beyond Light, both revolvers will be impacted by the highly criticized weapon retirement – they will no longer be usable in the endgame, as they will no longer be able to increase in power level.
Additionally, 140 hand cannons are coming – whether they will remain as precise as before is unknown.
What you need to know about the extensive buffs, nerfs, and reworks of your guns starting November 10 can be found here:
Did the double nerf have to happen? Well, the archetype change from 150 to 140 affects all hand cannons – except the Exotic Sunshot. Nevertheless, many Guardians wish that Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten remain 150, after all, it’s also possible with the Exotic.
One reason for weapon retirement was that powerful guns have their time in the spotlight and then automatically disappear after a while. Because they are no longer usable in the current endgame.
On top of that, adding a nerf that makes two so hard-to-earn weapons almost meaningless doesn’t sit well with some Guardians.
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Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten getting nerfed again feels really unfair. Why not just keep them in the 150 range? After all, NF was one of the hardest weapons to obtain.
A glance at the statistics also shows that neither Luna nor Not Forgotten is currently overly dominant in PvP. In their place as the most popular primary weapons are auto rifles and other 150 hand cannons:
Luna is in 16th place and Not Forgotten is in 34th place – source: Destinytracker as of 23.10.2020
This is why it’s the poison for golden carrots: With such changes, players think twice about whether to take the effort and chase a weapon for countless hours. After all, the carrot in front of their nose loses its flavor quickly if it can be salted at any time.
That’s why it’s totally okay: However, not all Guardians think that way. The weapons have been in the game for 2 years now and have also become significantly easier to obtain over time. Some long for variety, saying that eventually there has to be an end.
During the first nerf, some Guardians even made fun of it. Because those who were not able to earn the top weapons themselves hired paid services to do it for them. Such service providers, who then play under false flags, are thus deprived of their wind from the sails.
Is it time for new weapons to be in the spotlight in Beyond Light?
What do you think? Should Lunas Howl and Not Forgotten have retained their special status? Would the sunsetting have been enough or is the time simply up? Let us know your opinion in the comments.
Similarly, this also applies to the grenade launcher The Mountaintop. It is also rendered useless in the Trials, Iron Banner, or large parts of the new PvE content due to its level cap – moreover, it is also receiving a nerf: Destiny 2 will nerf a weapon that is going out of service anyway
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In FIFA 21, the new points system has certainly shaken things up in Ultimate Team this week. However, it has also brought some positives, according to MeinMMO author Max Handwerk.
What kind of change is this? In FIFA 21, there is a game limit for ranking in Division Rivals. This means: You have a total of 30 games per week in which you can earn points for Rivals rewards. After that, the games no longer count towards the reward ranking.
That wouldn’t be a problem for me if it hadn’t been established last week that the Weekend League also counts towards this ranking. Weekend matches only bring 400 points per game and deduct one game from the Rivals limit – which frustrated many players. Because the Rivals limit is only reset on Thursdays, a day before the new Weekend League. We have already discussed the problem in detail here.
There are only 30 matches that count towards the rewards
This is what my experience looks like: Many feared that they would be left with an exhausted Rivals limit after the Weekend League and would not be able to improve their ranking. This meant that between the weekend and the new Rivals competition, there would be almost nothing left to do. This is exactly what happened to me.
After playing through my Weekend League, my Rivals limit was gone. Therefore, it made no sense for me to play Rivals until the rewards – I couldn’t improve my rank anyway.
“Good,” I thought, “let’s see what else there is to do in FUT,” and started looking for other ways to play a bit of Ultimate Team. There are plenty of modes, after all.
But that the friendly matches would grab me in the end – I really didn’t expect that.
Playing relaxed for nothing is surprisingly fun
Why friendly matches of all things? The Draft mode is currently too expensive for me since I already have too few coins to spend 15,000 coins and get eliminated in the first round. And Squad Battles are nice for a while, but I prefer playing against online opponents rather than the AI.
Only silver players are allowed in the Silver Lounge
So I basically ended up in the friendly matches through the process of elimination. “At least I can complete a few goals” I thought and logged into the Silver Lounge.
In the Silver Lounge, there is a simple rule: Only silver cards are allowed. This means you are playing with significantly weaker players than you are used to in Rivals – but the opponents are also different.
So I put together an inexpensive team of second league players and got started. And within a short time, I was hooked.
My silver team would stand no chance in Rivals – in the Silver Lounge, it looks different
What makes the Silver Lounge so fun? First, you need to adjust your own playing style. A team of second league players does not string together skill moves as easily, and passes are a bit less accurate than usual.
The good thing is: Since the opponent has the same conditions, it doesn’t matter so much. When I face all the Mbappés, Ben Yedders or Traorés in Rivals or Weekend League with my mediocre Bundesliga team, the odds are already bad from the kickoff.
In the Silver Lounge, things are more balanced on the pitch in terms of cards. You can even set up players like Weydandt, Miyaichi, or Collins without being at a disadvantage.
You can also set up unusual strikers like Weydandt
Furthermore, you encounter completely different opponent teams, not just the same meta players.
Additionally: If you lose a game, it’s not a drama. Playing for “nothing” is quite relaxing when you’re used to only the competitive modes. And you can also catch a few XP from the weekly tasks.
Silver is not everything: After the Silver Lounge, I also looked around in the friendly matches otherwise – something I might never have done without the system change in FUT (or only much later in the season).
In the Weekend League, Ben Yedder & Co. make life hell – not in the Silver Lounge
You might play a round of “Exchange” where you get three players from your opponent and can try out new kickers. Or you get into completely insane matches in “Surprise Ball” with performance boosts that can easily end 12-8 or something. All things I would otherwise rarely or never play – but they have been a lot of fun for me this week.
I still maintain that the system change in Rivals and Weekend League is not a good option. After all, the chase for rewards in Rivals is also a lot of fun and is actually the mode I normally play the most.
However, the friendly matches are – at least for a while – incredibly entertaining and give you the space to experiment a bit with your own team and playing style. Those who have completely ignored it so far should maybe take a look. Especially if the limit in Rivals has just been exhausted.
Tonight, on October 23 to October 24, the big Halloween event starts in Pokémon GO. Numerous ghost Pokémon and other spooky bonuses await you.
When does the Halloween event run? It starts on October 24 at 3:00 AM. So we won’t be able to hunt ghosts this evening, but it can kick off early in the morning.
This year, there’s a lot happening for Halloween. There are new costumed Pokémon, a new shiny, and a special research.
All information about the Halloween event 2020
These are the bonuses: The list is particularly long this time, and you’ll encounter a ton of bonuses. These include:
Double candy for sending and catching Pokémon
Ghost Pokémon will appear more frequently in raids, eggs, and the wild
Sableye will appear in the wild and in eggs in its costume – Gengar will only appear in raids in its costume
Galarian Yamask will make its debut. You’ll receive a special research centered around this Pokémon
Special quests will include Spiritomb – It will also make its debut as a shiny
Gengar will be available in level 5 raids.
The in-game shop will feature Halloween outfits for your avatar.
Which Pokémon can you expect? There are plenty of ghost Pokémon in Pokémon GO, and typically all appear during Halloween.
Drifloon, Shuppet, Litwick, and Gastly are just a few of the possible Pokémon. The good news: Almost all ghosts can also be shiny. It’s a paradise for shiny hunters.
You should definitely take advantage of this: The Spiritomb quests should definitely be completed. After all, Spiritomb does not appear in the wild and will be a damn rare shiny after Halloween. So take the chance and try to complete as many quests as possible.
Is Darkrai worth it? The return of Darkrai in level 5 raids is a real blessing. Darkrai is the best dark attacker in Pokémon GO and should not be missing from any team.
The game streaming service Google Stadia has a new feature called Crowd Choice, which is being used for the first time in the games Baldur’s Gate 3 and Dead by Daylight. This allows viewers to determine which decisions the streamers make while they are watching. A Google employee has explained how this feature works and what is planned for the future in a direct interview with us.
What is it about? With the two games Baldur’s Gate 3 and Dead by Daylight, the version of the games for Google Stadia has received a highly useful new feature for streamers: Crowd Choice.
This allows you as a streamer to directly involve your community in the stream. Because in certain situations, your viewers can actively decide what happens next. The decision that gets the most votes becomes almost binding for the streamer.
But how exactly does this work in practice? How is it received and what plans does Google have for the future in this area? We reached out to Google with a request for an interview. You can find the questions and answers in the following paragraph.
All about Crowd Choice – Interview with Google
How did you come up with the idea of Crowd Choice? Was it requested by streamers? YouTube creators are always looking for ways to engage with their viewers, as engagement helps them build and maintain their community. One of the most important methods creators use to do this today is the chat on YouTube.
The Crowd Choice feature of Stadia utilizes the chat function of YouTube during live streams to build on this relationship and conduct polls with the viewers. The results of these polls influence the game play. With Crowd Choice, the audience goes from being viewers to active participants in the game they are currently watching.
How does it work? Is it an integrated feature of the game itself or just a kind of YouTube/Twitch overlay? Crowd Choice polls are triggered when the developer integrates the Crowd Choice API into their code. Polls created by the developer can be linked to any action in the game. When a YouTube creator then streams their Stadia game and activates the Crowd Choice mode, viewers are presented with the polls designed by the game developer.
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What is the initial feedback and the reaction of streamers to Crowd Choice? Is it used by many? The initial reaction from the creator community was very positive! In particular, one creator had trouble downloading Baldur’s Gate 3 on Steam when it launched during their stream. Within minutes, they purchased the game on Stadia and played it for the viewers, complete with Crowd Choice. It was a great moment that showcased Stadia’s immediate accessibility for developers, especially when you want to play a game right after it launches.
Why were Dead by Daylight and Baldur’s Gate 3 chosen as the first games to use Crowd Choice? Dead By Daylight and Baldur’s Gate 3 present important choices for players that they can share with their viewers, and we are very pleased that both Behaviour Interactive and Larian Studios were as interested as we were in integrating Crowd Choice into these games. These games are just the beginning for supporting Crowd Choice – we look forward to expanding the feature to more titles soon.
What are typical Crowd Choice situations in Baldur’s Gate 3 and Dead By Daylight? DbD is based on quick actions. How does Crowd Choice contribute? In Dead By Daylight, viewers can take control of the live stream by teaming up with other viewers to decide how things will progress. For example, they can help choose whether their preferred YouTube creator is a “Killer” or a “Survivor,” followed by which character.
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This is what Crowd Choice looks like in the horror game Dead by Daylight.
In Baldur’s Gate 3, all narrative decisions can be used by creators as an opportunity to ask their viewers to determine what happens next in their adventure. Everything from the question of who your character falls in love with to who becomes friend or foe can be decided by the viewers.
Why can’t streamers edit their own Crowd Choice polls? Why must they use predefined options? Are decisions made by themselves planned for the future? The developers of games that support Crowd Choice determine both the instances in which the feature is triggered and the options that can be voted on. This is a feature we have implemented in collaboration with our development partners, and at this time, the choices in each game are predefined.
Do you plan to add Crowd Choice to more games that are already on Stadia? And how many games do you plan to release with this feature in the future? Crowd Choice will soon be added to more games on Stadia. In addition to Dead By Daylight and Baldur’s Gate 3, we are also planning more new ways for you to use Crowd Choice in other games.
Crowd Choice sounds great, but I fear it could also be used for trolling. What can a streamer do about it? How can a streamer counter Crowd Choice? The creator is shown the voting results from the viewers in percentages, and in the current Crowd Choice games (Baldur’s Gate 3 and Dead By Daylight), the creator can then choose to follow the players’ decision or make their own choice. This not only protects against troll behavior but also opens up new possibilities for creators to utilize the feature.
In what way do you think Crowd Choice will change the streaming landscape? Is this a direction we can expect more of in the future? Crowd Choice is an important step for Stadia, as it increases the visibility of Stadia Enhanced Features that fundamentally change how creators can interact with their viewers. Crowd Play, another feature developed for YouTube, will soon be available and allow players to jump directly into the game to play alongside a creator they are currently watching as a live stream on YouTube. Stream Connect and State Share Beta, other Stadia features already introduced for games in the Stadia store, represent the unique and positive changes that cloud platforms like Stadia bring to creators and their viewers.
This is the current status of Stadia Crowd Choice. It is to be hoped that more games will soon receive this feature, thus providing more benefits for streamers and content creators on Stadia. The MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online on Stadia would be a game that would surely benefit from such a feature.
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Right now at MediaMarkt you can save on VAT. We present to you the best mice and keyboards available at a bargain price.
What is it about? MediaMarkt launched its VAT promotion on October 22 at 8 PM. You save 16% VAT on all available products. The offer runs until Sunday, October 25, at 11:59 PM.
Note: Due to current COVID-19 safety measures, you cannot use “Pay in Store” when ordering.
What are we presenting here? In this article, we take a look at mice and keyboards that are on sale. We present the best deals here. For this, we reviewed reviews, critiques, and user ratings for the products.
Logitech G903 Lightspeed
DPI: 100 – 16,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 7 – 11 buttons | Weight: 110-120g | Special feature: optional weight (10g), Powerplay compatible, Lightsync RGB lighting, removable side buttons, suitable for left and right handed users | Price range (according to Geizhals): 109 – 259 €
Who is the mouse suitable for? Are you looking for a high-end mouse that allows for additional weight and is suitable for both left and right-handed users? Then you should take a look at the Logitech G903 Lightspeed.
What does the Logitech G903 Lightspeed offer? The total weight of the mouse can be individually adjusted. This gives you more flexibility overall. As is common with other Logitech mice, you can switch the scroll wheel using an extra button: This allows you to toggle between the stepped mode and free scrolling. The DPI can be controlled directly via two buttons on the mouse. Inside is the Logitech Hero 16K sensor, which is among the best currently used in Logitech mice. The mouse can also save up to five profiles and assign the lighting of the logo and the DPI settings.
As a bonus, the mouse also offers Powerplay technology, but Logitech charges a high price for it. This means the mouse automatically charges via a Powerplay mouse pad. The downside: The mouse pad costs almost 120 euros.
Also unfortunate: The grip of the mouse is only average. This is partly because the mouse does not offer rubber coating on the sides and is otherwise smooth.
Pro
Top sensor
Weight adjustable
Powerplay compatible
Mouse suitable for both left and right handed users thanks to interchangeable side buttons
Intuitive software and internal profile storage
Contra
No rubber coating on the sides
Powerplay costs a lot of money
What is the price of the mouse on sale? At MediaMarkt, you currently pay only 99 euros instead of 149 euros.
DPI: 100 – 25,600 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 6 buttons | Weight: 87.3 to 97.3 g | Special feature: optional weight (10g), Lightsync RGB lighting | Price range (according to Geizhals.de): 46, – 77.90 €
Who is the mouse suitable for? Are you looking for a small, customizable mouse that weighs under 100 grams and uses Logitech’s best sensor, then you should check out the G403 Hero.
What does the Logitech G403 Hero offer? The mouse has a simple black design with rubberized grip areas. You have a total of 6 buttons available, all of which you can program. It also features an ergonomic right-handed design and a weight system: If the mouse is too light for you at 87 grams, you can add a 10-gram weight to the device. The RGB lighting of the logo is also adjustable.
Unfortunately, the mouse has a rather stiff scroll wheel. Furthermore, the G403 is only suitable for right-handed users. The design is made for right-handed use and there are no buttons on the right side.
Pro
Modern, high-resolution sensor
Stable build quality
Additional weight
6 freely assignable buttons with software
Contra
Stiff scroll wheel
Only suitable for right-handed users.
What is the price of the mouse on sale? At MediaMarkt you currently pay only 51.44 € instead of 69.99 €
DPI: 100 – 16,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 8 buttons | Weight: 69 g | Special feature: RGB lighting, ambidextrous design | Price range (according to Geizhals.de): 58.99 – 94.90 €
Who is the mouse suitable for? Those looking for a precise and very lightweight mouse that is suitable for both left and right-handed users should consider Razer’s Viper.
What does the Razer Viper offer? The Razer Viper has a simple black design and weighs only 69 grams. Inside the mouse works the Razer 5G sensor, which is only surpassed by the in-house Razer+ used in the Razer Viper Ultimate. Razer also uses custom developed optical mouse switches.
Many of the mouse’s functions can only be controlled directly via the Razer Synapse 3 software. The internal memory only allows you to save DPI profiles and not the programmed buttons. The sides of the mouse are also prone to scratches or minor damages.
Pro
Very good sensor (Razer 5G)
Symmetrical layout, therefore also suitable for left-handed users
Very light weight (69 grams)
Stable and flexible cable
Contra
Internal memory only for DPI profiles
Glossy sides are slightly prone to scratches
What is the price of the mouse on sale? At MediaMarkt you currently pay only 59 € instead of 89.99 €
DPI: 100 – 20,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 11 buttons | Weight: 107 g | Special feature: RGB lighting, fully programmable, internal memory for 5 profiles | Price range (according to Geizhals.de): 144.90 – 181 €
Who is the mouse suitable for? If you are looking for a mouse with a wide range of features and wireless function, then you should check out this mouse. Through software and the many extra buttons, you get a very versatile and customizable mouse.
What does the Razer Basilisk Ultimate offer: The mouse relies on optomechanical buttons that are said to be significantly more durable than regular optical switches. Additionally, it features a four-way scroll wheel with adjustable resistance and extra buttons, all of which can be configured with the software. Inside works the Razer Focus+ with a DPI rate of up to 20,000.
According to ComputerBase, the Basilisk Ultimate offers around 90 hours of battery life without lighting and 30 to 60 hours with lighting, which is very respectable for a wireless mouse.
On the other hand, the Razer Synapse software and the high price can be annoying. The software is very large and comprehensive, and many features of the mouse require this software.
Pro
Very good sensor (Razer Focus+)
Programmable buttons and lighting
Reliable Hyperspeed technology
Optomechanical buttons
Long battery life
Contra
High price
Large, slow software
What is the price of the mouse on sale? At MediaMarkt, you currently pay only 149 € instead of 167.99 €.
Interface: Wired | Key type: Mechanical | Key lighting: Yes | Programmable keys: No | Special features: USB port | Price range (according to Geizhals): 90.92 – 139.90 €
Who is the keyboard suitable for? The G512 keyboard from Logitech has a simple design and offers little additional accessories. However, it has a very precise keystroke. If the loud typing of other keyboards bothers you, you might find “your” keyboard in the G512.
Logitech G512 vs G513: The G512 does not offer a wrist rest compared to the G513. Otherwise, the two keyboards are identical.
What does the Logitech G512 offer? Logitech relies on a discreet look that doesn’t scream “gaming keyboard”. Like other manufacturers, it uses an aluminum alloy that is supposed to make the keyboard particularly durable. Under your fingers are custom-developed Romer-G switches that are supposed to be particularly precise and very quiet. The keyboard offers a USB port for USB sticks and similar devices but has neither audio port nor other multimedia or macro keys.
Pro
Simple, timeless design
USB port
Very quiet
Synchronizable RGB lighting via LIGHTSYNC
Stable stand on the desk thanks to weight
Very good workmanship thanks to aluminum alloy
Contra
Lighting could be stronger
For a high price, very little accessories
No audio port
No separate multimedia or macro keys
What is the price of the keyboard on sale? At MediaMarkt, you can currently get both the G512 and the G513 (with wrist rest) on sale.
G512 at MediaMarkt: For the G512, you currently pay only 88 euros instead of 117.69 euros.
Interface: Wired | Key type: Mechanical | Key lighting: Yes | Programmable keys: Yes | Special features: Twelve alternate caps for games; USB port | Price range (according to Geizhals.de): 139 – 195 €
Who is the keyboard suitable for? The Corsair keyboard is aimed at gamers who want a keyboard where they can program each key individually. The focus of the keyboard is clearly on lighting and the software.
What does the Corsair Strafe RGB offer: The keyboard comes in black with RGB functions and only offers two additional switches: These are for brightness control and enabling gaming mode.
However, the focus of the keyboard is on the extensive software. You can program every detail and all switches, including the extra buttons. This includes playable macros and lighting effects that you can combine with key presses. Corsair combines this with high-quality keys and good typing properties.
The keyboard also offers a USB port for additional devices. However, this is difficult to reach on the back and only offers USB 2.0. The haptics of the casing also feel cheap and the keyboard’s feet are only made of plastic.
Pro
High-quality keys (MX Red)
Very good typing properties
Extensive software
Completely programmable, including extra buttons
Contra
Poorly accessible USB port
USB port only USB 2.0
Average haptics of the keyboard with plastic feet
What is the price of the keyboard on sale? The keyboard currently costs only 111 € instead of 159 € at MediaMarkt.
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Will the WoW beta “The Burning Crusade” in the Classic version start soon? A small update gives hope.
The time for the “new content” of World of Warcraft Classic seems to be coming to an end. After all, Naxxramas is already being tested on the PTR, and that is the last major raid that will conclude the Classic era. But now there is a new glimmer of hope that the first expansion, “The Burning Crusade,” is not so far away.
What happened? As reported by wowhead, the “Classic Beta Client” was found again in the code of the Battle.net app. It was reinserted into the files with the last patch. Although it has the suffix “Deprecated,” meaning “outdated” or “obsolete,” the fact that it can be found again in the client raises speculations. Presumably, the client will soon be updated and a new version of the beta will be released.
These lines of code show that the beta client is back in the data. Image source: wowhead
In this regard, not many WoW variants are actually considered, except The Burning Crusade. It was the first expansion of World of Warcraft, and it is still very popular with many fans. The likelihood of a beta test starting here is quite high. After all, Blizzard had already wanted to know in a survey whether players were interested in The Burning Crusade.
Probably no overlap with Shadowlands: So far, Blizzard mostly ensures that there are no significant temporal overlaps between the two WoW games (i.e., Retail and Classic). It therefore seems rather unlikely that the beta could start in the next few days, especially since the release of Shadowlands is expected soon – which is still awaiting a date.
A first hint in the Battle.net launcher at least suggests that preparations are already being made in the background, and perhaps an internal beta will be starting soon.
When will there be more info? Concrete information should be available at the latest in February. Because then the digital replacement fair for BlizzCon will take place. Since the original BlizzCon 2020 was postponed due to the Corona pandemic, a “BlizzConline” will take place instead, which is intended to inform players about new developments and upcoming games. This would be the perfect time to announce a “The Burning Crusade Classic.” Then Classic could already be released in mid-2021…
Would you be interested in experiencing The Burning Crusade once again? Or is the basic WoW game in the Classic version enough for you?
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Free kicks can play an important role in FIFA 21 and determine victory or defeat. We show you perfect free kicks for the Weekend League.
That’s why free kicks are so important: In the Weekend League, every victory determines your rank and thus how good your rewards will be. And if you get a decisive free kick in the 90th minute, it would be a huge advantage if you could convert it directly to secure the victory.
How do free kicks work in FIFA 21? Free kicks work essentially the same as in FIFA 20, where the new free kick mechanic was introduced. You need to follow these steps.
Choose the free kick taker
Determine the approach
Aim with the white circle (indicator) and determine the direction and height
Charge the shot power
Set the spin with the right stick during the run-up
If necessary, perform a timed finishing
But there are many different spins and techniques to get the ball into the net. We show you which free kick techniques are particularly effective in FIFA 21.
These free kicks you should definitely practice
These free kicks are particularly effective: There is no guarantee or perfect method that ensures every single free kick goes in without exception. However, with enough training and the right technique, you have a great chance to convert many free kicks.
The Topspin Free Kick
Then you should use it:
At a distance between 16 and 24 meters
If the goalkeeper stays put and the opponent does not move him manually
This is how you should aim at short distances
This is how the variant works: First, you need a taker with decent free kick stats and good shot power. Choose this player and follow these steps:
Aim with the indicator at the corner where the wall is
Aim a bit above the crossbar (the higher the distance, the higher you need to aim)
Charge the shot bar with about 2 bars (a bit more for longer distances)
Then move the right stick first up and then quickly down to set the spin
For more accuracy, press the shoot button again for a timed finish
If you did everything right, the ball will be in the net and neither the wall nor the goalkeeper could do anything against it. However, if the goalkeeper moves, we recommend the next free kick variant.
The Power Free Kick
Then you should use it:
At short distances between 16 and 20 meters
From a central position
If the opponent pulls the keeper out of the goalkeeper corner
The perfect position for a power free kick
This is how the variant works: If the opponent pulls his goalkeeper a step out of the goalkeeper corner, the power free kick is advisable. For this, you should choose a good free kick taker with as much shot power as possible. Then proceed as follows:
Aim with the indicator directly in the goalkeeper corner
Charge the shot with about 3 bars
Hold L1/LB
Keep the left stick up
For more precision, press the shoot button again for a timed finish
If everything worked out, the ball will land with power into the net and is untraceable. You can also try the variant flat and aim for the lower goalkeeper corner.
Which method do you prefer? Or do you rather pass the ball instead of shooting on goal? We have more tips for more victories in the Weekend League here for you.
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The tank MMO World of Tanks is planning something special for Halloween. A new PvE mode with designs and soundtracks from the pens of two famous designers from the horror hit Silent Hill. Masahiro Itō and Akira Yamaoka have contributed their artistic skills for this, and what they have created you can find out here at MeinMMO.
What kind of Halloween event is this? Like every year, Wargaming is planning a big Halloween event this time as well. In 2020, there’s a new game mode. It even has a story about a failed Soviet experiment in the town of Mirny-13. There, you will drive special tanks in a team against a deranged AI. You must collect a special resource in different phases and deliver it to a machine in time to prevent the disaster.
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In this elaborate live-action trailer, you learn about the backstory of the new mode.
What is so special about the event? First of all, the game mode is a completely new PvE mode that has never existed before. You fight with special tanks against nasty creepy tanks. They are not decorated with the usual Halloween pumpkin decorations; instead, they look like “creepy tanks.” To showcase this “dark side” of vehicles, designer Masahiro Itō was specifically engaged. He has already contributed horror designs for the creepy game Silent Hill.
For the soundtrack that accompanies you in the ever stranger landscape around the city of Mirny-13, the composer Akira Yamaoka is responsible. He has also previously worked on Silent Hill.
One of the eerie tanks from the new event.
When does the event start? The Halloween event in World of Tanks starts on October 26 and ends on November 9. During this time, you can unlock new designs for your tanks.
What, by the way, the head of World of Tanks says about his game, you can find out here:
Silent Hill composer Akira Yamaoka in an interview – “My first soundtrack was too scary”
The composer known from Silent Hill, Akira Yamaoka has composed the special soundtrack for the event. It consists of dark sounds that evoke a unique atmosphere of threat and horror. The sounds fit very well with their cold, dark tone to the occurrences surrounding a mysterious experiment that turns soulless machines into killers.
Akira Yamaoka, composer of Silent Hill.
In a short interview, the composer explains how it came about and what fascinates him about the game World of Tanks. The interview was recorded by Wargaming and provided to us at MeinMMO.
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A sample of the eerie sounds from the new game mode.
You have been working with World of Tanks since 2017, what fascinates you about the game? I really admire how tanks are presented in the World of Tanks universe. The game captures a unique feeling by paying close attention to historical details, which is usually quite difficult. I think the World of Tanks development team has done a great job capturing this while making the game larger and better.
Do you play World of Tanks? If so, what are your favorite nations and vehicles? The Japanese Tier V Chi-Nu Kai is my favorite. Not that it would be super strong, but as a Japanese person I really love the design of this tank.
How do you assess the music in World of Tanks overall? It is simply amazing. The sound designers work so well together. They have a high level of expertise. This makes me really eager to work with the team!
The dark surroundings fit very well with the soundtrack.
What inspired you to create the ambient track for the Halloween event in World of Tanks? I had already received the sound clips from the World of Tanks sound design team. Most of the inspiration came from there. It’s like cooking; you have a pile of ingredients and use them. You take existing files to create music, not like a remix, but in a different way to create music.
Tell us about your involvement in composing the ambient track? I have previously worked with World of Tanks on another project, so we collaborated again. I look forward to being part of this new World of Tanks world, connected by music!
Tell us about the new game mode, were you able to convey the atmosphere of horror? It really gives you a realistic experience. It’s not science fiction, but it adds a new dimension to the universe of World of Tanks. At the beginning of the production, I was told that the music I made was a bit too scary (haha) – so I tried to focus on making it sound more unique than scary.
Where can I find more stuff from Silent Hill? The designs from Silent Hill are not only featured in World of Tanks. The horror game Dead by Daylight also uses the creations from the creepy game. As a result, the creepy Pyramid Head from Silent Hill appears under the name Executioner in Dead by Daylight. Here you can find out what the killer can do.
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The large German studio InnoGames from Hamburg has organized a special marketing action for its game Elvenar. To make a statement for diversity, a partnership has been entered into with a cosmetics label. Additionally, drag queen Vava Vilde has been engaged to present the new cosmetics in the game live. How all this looks and what InnoGames hopes for from it can be found here on MeinMMO (The featured image of this article comes from Vava Vilde’s YouTube channel).
What is InnoGames? Behind the name InnoGames is a German game developer based in Hamburg. The company was founded in 2007 and employs over 400 people.
InnoGames primarily develops online and mobile games. As the studio communicated, it has already generated a total revenue of one billion euros in 2019. Typical games from InnoGames are strategy and construction games like
The West
Grepolis
Forge of Empires
Tribal Wars 2
Elvenar
What is the cooperation about? The fantasy building game Elvenar now has a special cooperation. Your elves and humans in the game can be adorned with particularly colorful and eye-catching makeup.
The makeup, in turn, is also available in real life. Namely from the Canadian cosmetics company MAC. This company produces makeup, primarily used by professional models. MAC (Via Wikipedia) is also doing well in business and enjoys billions in revenue.
You can equip your avatars in the game with the colorful cosmetics from MAC. It is permanently available. To showcase how cool this makeup looks in the game, drag queen Vava Vilde has been engaged.
Here on Vilde’s YouTube channel, you can see how the makeup looks for the fire elemental.
InnoGames wants to emphasize diversity with the event in Elvenar
Why is InnoGames doing this? According to a statement from the company InnoGames, the cooperation is not just about colorful makeup and Halloween, but also about a statement on diversity. In response to our inquiry for a statement, InnoGames replied as follows.
It’s all about diversity and our commitment to it. InnoGames and M-A-C Cosmetics are working together with this campaign to make the gaming and beauty industries more diverse, and we share common values that revolve around diversity, inclusion, and creativity. The collaboration was perfectly timed as we were preparing our Halloween event in Elvenar, and M-A-C was planning its own seasonal events. So why not collaborate?
As a result, M-A-C will be the first brand to collaborate with one of our games.
Games are becoming an important communication channel and a way to reach a broad and diverse audience. Newzoo predicted that by the end of 2020 there would be 2.7 billion gamers worldwide. As more and more people play games, it underscores the increasing popularity of gaming among a diverse audience, and gaming culture itself is becoming part of global pop culture.
André Hecker, PR Manager at InnoGames GmbH
Diversity is indeed becoming more and more of a topic in games. However, this does not sit well with everyone. For example, the introduction of dark-skinned elves in the MMORPG World of Warcraft caused unrest among some players. This, in turn, prompted our MeinMMO author Cortyn to write a comment on the topic of “Black Elves in World of Warcraft”.
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Shooter expert Sven Galitzki from MeinMMO recently spoke in an interview with the Mobile Vice President of Activision and learned from him which 3 changes were the most important for the success of Call of Duty Mobile in its first year.
Where does the information come from? In a recent interview, shooter expert Sven Galitzki from MeinMMO spoke with Chris Plummer, the Vice President of Mobile at Activision, and wanted to know from him retrospectively which 3 most important changes in Year 1 significantly contributed to the great success of the mobile shooter. Read his answers here.
Call of Duty Mobile: These 3 changes were crucial for the game in Year 1
For Plummer, the following 3 aspects played an important role:
Monthly seasons
The Gunsmith feature, which allows extensive customization of weapons
Monthly seasons: From Plummer’s perspective, this was the most important change – but why? “I think, firstly, our shift to monthly seasons was a significant moment. We already had a seasonal model, similar to some of our competitors. However, we realized that players craved more. They had it with the seasons, but we felt we could improve on that.”
He then emphasized again: “The shift to a monthly cadence for the seasons marked a significant turning point for the game. Each season has a unique theme, it was a huge thing for the franchise. That’s number 1.”
The Gunsmith in CoD Mobile
Gunsmith feature: Chris Plummer continued: “Number 2 is, I would say, the introduction of the Gunsmith feature. At launch, we didn’t have Gunsmith. We did have some weapon grinding to unlock attachments, but what we learned from our players and the success of Gunsmith in other Call of Duty games was that it was something that could greatly benefit our players.”
Plummer emphasized again the importance and significance of Gunsmith: “In our eyes, it changed the way players engage with the game. All the content they had already possessed and collected over months – the long-term players suddenly noticed, now there’s new gameplay, new possibilities for them. And for new players, it meant an incredible degree of customization options. I think that was a big deal.”
Content supply for Battle Royale: For the last point, Plummer then mentioned new content – specifically for the Battle Royale mode: “We had several substantial pushes of new content for Battle Royale, which I think marked major turning points for the game. We expanded our Battle Royale map multiple times, and recently we brought the Alcatraz map into the game. I think offering additional gameplay options in Battle Royale was another great thing for players.”
But what makes the Battle Royale in CoD Mobile so special? “We add maps and content for all areas of the game, but especially regarding Battle Royale, there are many games that build on this mode. We are therefore very proud that we can offer alternatives and additional options there.”
Finally, he summed up: “Battle Royale in CoD Mobile is generally something we are very proud of and what makes a difference.”
In Fortnite, the Halloween season has begun. Dataminers have already found the challenges for the upcoming Nightmares tasks. There are also hints about what we can expect at Christmas.
What are these leaks? Although the Fortnite Nightmares started 2 days ago, there are still more challenges that are not yet visible. These will only be unlocked after a few days. However, dataminers have already found the next challenges that we are likely to encounter.
Additionally, they found some hints in the data about what Epic is currently working on. This even includes an NPC that could play a significant role at Christmas.
The next Halloween challenges?
These tasks have been found: If you look at the challenge table in the Battle Pass menu, you will see 5 challenges displayed that will be unlocked in the next few hours or days. Normally, you would only find out what they are then.
However, dataminers have now searched and found these tasks (via Twitter):
Deal damage with a possessed vehicle
Spot players as Shadows
Eliminate Shadow Midas
Eliminate Shadows as a player
Visit different witch huts
Consume legendary loot as a Shadow
So these could be the challenges that we are likely to encounter. However, keep in mind that these are just leaks, and a lot could change before the release.
By completing the Halloween tasks, you can unlock cool items.
Other things that have been found
What you might also expect soon: Dataminer HYPEX found some additional things in the data that Epic is currently working on. These include items and an NPC that could play a significant role at Christmas.
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Are these new items? He states that Epic is currently working on a Slurp Bazooka. This could be a modified version of the Bandage Bazooka, which allows you to restore health points for your teammates and yourself. This was introduced at the start of Chapter 2.
If a Slupr variant comes, it would likely function similarly, but with the difference that it restores shields instead of health points.
Here you can see the Bandage Bazooka in action.
The data also contains an item that has never been found in Fortnite before. It is said to be a type of fire extinguisher. As fire now plays a more significant role in Fortnite, such an item could be useful. How it would work is still unknown.
Also, you should keep in mind that these items have only been found in the data for now. There is no guarantee that they will be added to the game soon or at all.
According to the dataminer, the NPC will give you a task and could even engage in dialogues. He is also said to be able to explode or spawn loot. There should be hints about this in the data, but we will likely have to wait a while to see if this is confirmed.
Could we see a snowman NPC at Christmas and even interact with him?
Players of Genshin Impact are hungry for new content from Patch 1.1. But what is in the update that is supposed to arrive in a few weeks?
Genshin Impact has become a hit in recent weeks and players are slowly reaching the endgame. However, besides the daily spending of resin and farming materials, there is currently not much to do. Many are waiting for new content and upcoming patches. So when will new stuff come? Where is Patch 1.1 and what comes next?
This is the plan for Genshin Impact: The developers have a rather ambitious plan for releasing new content. According to the official forum, there should be a major patch every 6 weeks, bringing new events or other game content. All patches are being worked on in parallel, so that the release can also be adhered to. This leads to the following (tentative) release plan:
Patch 1.1 will be released on November 11, 2020
Patch 1.2 will be released on December 23, 2020 – exactly before Christmas
Patch 1.3 will be released “in February” 2021 – presumably on February 3
Fans are craving new content. It will probably happen soon.
Genshin Impact – What’s in Patch 1.1
Please consider the following information does not come from official announcements by the developers. Instead, the information has been gathered from leaks and datamining, such as from Reddit user Polonoid75. According to this, Genshin Impact will soon see the following content:
New characters in Patch 1.1: Collecting and leveling characters are the core of Genshin Impact. That’s why there will soon be more of them. New in Patch 1.1 are four characters:
Zhongli: A 5-star character who swears by the Geo element and uses a polearm.
Childe: A 5-star character with the Hydro element. He uses a bow but can switch to melee weapons.
Xinyan: A 4-star character with Pyro affinity. She wields a large claymore, making her more suited for the front lines.
Diona: A 4-star character with Cryo affiliation. She uses a bow to engage enemies from a distance.
Reputation system for both regions: Soon there will be a reputation system for Mondstadt and Liyue that increases your prestige in the areas. This will reward you with new unlocks and specific bonuses, such as reduced prices at merchants. But new bounties and requests from residents are also expected to come with it.
The system will also bring a useful display showing how much you have already completed in an area. A percentage display will reveal where you have already searched and at which locations you should look for chests and other treasures again.
Since aspects like game progress, chests, and quests are already counted, the system will also retroactively affect your achievements. So you won’t miss anything just because you have already explored thoroughly.
The reputation system in Genshin Impact – this is how it is supposed to look. Image source: reddit.com/r/genshin_impact/
New items and recipes: As part of the reputation system, there are likely new recipes too. For both cooking useful buff food and for the blacksmith, who can then craft new items. Additionally, you may gain a new skin for the glider so that you can glide even more elegantly, only to land in the water without stamina and reconsider your past life decisions on the loading screen.
New event: Also part of the update is expected to be a new event called the “Unreturned Star Event”. Many details about it are still unknown. However, there will likely be a special event currency with a limited-time event shop. One of the rewards is expected to be Fischl, one of the best heroines you can currently obtain in the game.
Fischl might be available soon through an event if the leaks are correct.
General improvements in Patch 1.1: As the first major update, some “quality of life” improvements have been made. They are meant to make the game feel smoother, offer more options, or simply dampen annoying aspects of the game. These include:
The ability to select weapons and artifacts that are “protected” and will not simply be consumed as material when upgrading.
A compendium with information about all plants and creatures in the game world.
The ability to lock the camera so that it does not automatically rotate or zoom in.
Excess XP while leveling weapons will be converted to ores.
Characters on expeditions will no longer be blocked for use in the party.
A way to convert daily resin into condensed resin. This will allow you to accumulate resin even if you can’t play for a day or two.
Are you already looking forward to new content, even if it’s just small events? Or are you hoping for the first really big innovations, like completely new areas?
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