LoL streamer fights for his reputation after Twitch ban, cites FBI

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The streamer Robert “Hashinshin” Brotz was until a few months ago a successful Twitch streamer in the League of Legends. This changed when allegations arose that he had sexually harassed underage girls. The LoL community turned against him, followed by a permanent Twitch ban. The streamer maintains his innocence and now says the FBI investigated him and found nothing.

This was the uproar around Hashinshin: The streamer Hashinshin is an excellent LoL player who is at home in the top lane and made a name for himself on Twitch over the years. He was seen on Twitch for an average of 7 hours every day.

However, his career and life fell apart in the summer of 2020. At that time, there was a wave of accusations that Twitch streamers had sexually harassed women, girls, and boys in previous years. They were to be held accountable.

This very wave caught Hashinshin in July 2020 and swept him away.

Several women came forward with allegations that the streamer had approached them when they were still minors. It was said that lewd messages and nude pictures had been sent.

Quickly, the accusation arose that the LoL streamer Hashinshin was a groomer, someone who approaches underage girls early and wants to manipulate them into engaging in sexual acts with him.

This is an accusation that deeply outrages and shocks many people.

Streamer says: Accusations are a conspiracy by his ex-girlfriend

How the situation escalated: Hashinshin denied these accusations. They are fabrications. An ex-girlfriend wants to ruin him.

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At that time, they were still a couple. This ex-girlfriend is said to be behind the allegations now.

In his attempt to defend himself, Hashinshin came under increasing pressure and failed to present a good image. He said:

  • Accusations against him are a conspiracy by two women who wanted to blackmail him. One of them is his ex-girlfriend. He may not have always acted correctly, but the accusations against him are false
  • he cannot remember some years of his life because there was a gas leak in his apartment that may have caused him mental damage. 5 years would not be as present anymore
  • He no longer has screenshots from the chats – he deleted them all to start a new, unburdened life with that same ex-girlfriend

Hashinshin did admit to some misdemeanors. He also apologized in one case and seemed uncertain about what he had done and what he had not.

The pressure from the community grew stronger. Other prominent LoL streamers such as Voyboy and Iwilldominate released accusatory videos and statements: How could such a person still be tolerated on Twitch? He is a pedo. He must go, and quickly.

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The tone of the accusations was extraordinarily harsh.

Ultimately, Hashinshin visibly broke down under this pressure. He appeared completely distraught and erratic in videos – people around him said he was highly suicidal.

Finally, Twitch permanently banned the streamer from the streaming platform.

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Streamer says: He seemed much guiltier than he was

This is what the streamer says now: The story is a few months old. Hashinshin now streams on YouTube. He is still busy trying to clear his name.

In a new 20-minute video, he appears much more composed and explains now that the FBI investigated his case and found nothing that would justify an indictment. However, he can only officially provide evidence of this in a year when the formalities are completed.

https://twitter.com/Hashinshin/status/1312263685881106432
The summary: His ex made up “nonsense about him” and thought nothing of it. And he is being investigated by the FBI.

He extensively discusses the allegations against him in the video: He explains that he was blackmailed and misled by an ex-girlfriend and her acquaintances. They manipulated him and got him into this situation. They also blackmailed him for money.

To outsiders, it seemed as if there were numerous girls coming forward with their accusations. In reality, it was a group of friends who had acted against him.

He even considered suing his ex-girlfriend for defamation and said he should have done that, Hashinshin states in the video.

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In a new video, he fights for his innocence

Due to the gas leak that actually occurred in the apartment and the manipulation by the women, he began to believe he was as bad as everyone said: Now he knows, however, that he was not as terrible as portrayed.

He reacted so poorly to these attacks because they had surprised him. Because the attacks came from people he had trusted. That is why he presented such a terrible image in the situation.

People should stop seeing him as a monster and rather as someone who simply reacted poorly:

“I messed up and looked much guiltier than I was.”

Hashinshin

Hashinshin says he hopes everything clears up. He does not want anyone to target those who had done him harm. He just wants to lead a normal life again.

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The YouTuber Cryaotic is also dealing with accusations from an ex-girlfriend.

This wave of accusations of sexual harassment in gaming has been running on Twitter for several months and each case is different. While some accused individuals have admitted their guilt and faced consequences, others content creators seem completely taken aback when ex-girlfriends suddenly come forward with accusations:

Serious allegations from a scorned lover bring down Twitch streamers

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Table raises 7 million € on Kickstarter – Because it is perfect for gamers

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 3 minutes

The company Wyrmwood offers various wooden gaming products. On August 11, they launched a Kickstarter campaign for a new gaming table that boasts great flexibility and is perfect for fans of board games of all kinds. Accordingly, their crowdfunding campaign is going very well.

What kind of table is it? The Wyrmwood Modular Gaming Table looks like an ordinary dining table for 4 to 8 people in the “tabletop” version. But it has much more to offer.

Because the tabletop consists of different boards. When you remove these, it offers a huge, deep surface for board games. It also comes with many accessories, including:

  • Holders for drinks or bowls for snacks
  • Extra boards for dice and chips
  • A storage and charging station for smartphones
  • Card holders
  • A large board for the game master or a laptop

These holders can be attached both inside and outside the table. Additionally, the boards for covering can be inserted arbitrarily, which creates additional storage space or can be used to quickly have dinner together in the middle of a game session without having to dismantle the game board.

There is also a wide selection in the style of the table (kitchen or coffee table), size, and material. This is why the table is currently attracting a lot of attention on Kickstarter.

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The video unfortunately isn’t of the best quality. You can find the better quality directly at the Kickstarter project.

How is it going on Kickstarter? Initially, the creators of the table wanted to raise only €850,000 with their campaign. There were also “stretch goals” up to 3 million euros.

However, the campaign significantly exceeded the set goals. As of today, October 8 at 2:00 PM, nearly €7.1 million has been donated.

This table is already one of the most successful Kickstarter projects related to gaming. You can also perfectly use it for board games based on well-known computer games like Fortnite Monopoly without money or the new Small World of Warcraft.

A flexible and affordable gaming table

How much does the table cost? The cheapest version of the table for adults costs around $400 and is suitable for 4 people. However, it only includes the table, the inner lining, and the “top” layer.

In the configurator, you can completely customize your favorite table according to your preferences – for up to 10 people, if you have a large tabletop group. The largest and most expensive table with the best materials and special fabrics costs just over $8,000.

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The most expensive table you can create in the configurator.

Particularly easy to assemble: In addition to the many options, the creators of the table also advertise that it should be particularly easy and quick to assemble.

Wyrmwood is not unknown on Kickstarter

For Wyrmwood, this is already the 14th campaign on Kickstarter. Previous campaigns included handcrafted dice, magnetic board game tiles, and a “Game Master Screen” that were successful.

This current campaign was particularly important for the company. As reported by Kotaku, they were in a crisis due to Covid-19 and had to lay off employees.

Thanks to the successful project, all 70 employees have been brought back on board. Additionally, they partnered with another wood manufacturer to work even more effectively.

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The Game Master Screen – An already successful project of the company.

If you prefer PC gaming and don’t care much for board games, you might find the new VR treadmill interesting. It connects gaming with fitness aspects, all within your own four walls.

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Fortnite: Find Tony Stark’s hidden lab at the Stark house by the lake – Location

Eilyn Rapp Eilyn Rapp Reading time 2 minutes

In Fortnite: Battle Royale, you should find Tony Stark’s hidden lab at the Stark House by the lake. This is part of the challenges of Week 7 of Season 4 – Chapter 2. We will show you the location on the map.

What kind of task is this? In Season 4, you will find some superheroes from the Marvel Universe in Fortnite. Among them is Tony Stark aka Iron Man. Aside from his base “Stark Industries”, introduced with Update 14.10, he has another hidden lab.

For this challenge, you need to find this secret lab on the map. Since the location is not marked, we will show you exactly where to search.

Location on the map:

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Here is the Stark House on the map

Location of the Hidden Lab

Here you need to search: For this task, you will be sent to the “new part” of the map where Stark Industries is also located. Since it is a “lake house”, you will find it near Heart Lake, in the center of the platform. It serves as a landmark.

The house you are looking for is located on the right side of the lake and is the largest house of all. You will find the lab right on the ground floor of the Stark House.

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    Stark House
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    Hidden Lab

Once you have found the lake house and the secret lab, the task will be considered complete. After that, you can focus on the remaining challenges of Week 7.

If you prefer to see the exact location in a video, you can do so here:

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What does completing this task bring? Those who successfully complete this challenge will be rewarded with experience points. You need these to level up in the Battle Pass, which then holds cool rewards for you.

If you want to unlock the Wolverine skin from the Season 4 Battle Pass, you first need to search for him. To unlock the outfit, you must first find and defeat Wolverine.

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Fortnite: Destroy webs at The Authority – Here you can find them

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In Fortnite: Battle Royale you need to destroy cobwebs at The Authority. This is part of the challenges of week 7 of season 4 – chapter 2. We will show you the locations in the building.

What kind of task is this? In Fortnite, it seems to be getting spooky on the map in preparation for the Halloween season. In week 7 of season 4, you will be sent to The Authority to remove cobwebs.

The Authority is not hard to find, as it is a named location on the map. The building where you need to destroy the cobwebs received a transformation together with other locations at the start of season 3.

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Locations of the cobwebs

Where do you need to look? The cobwebs are scattered throughout the large building. You should pay closer attention to room corners and steel frames, as they are likely to be found there. It is very dark in the building, so it is easy to overlook the cobwebs.

Keep in mind that your opponents could also be after the cobwebs. So you should be quick, because if they have already been destroyed, they are permanently gone for this round.

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    Room corners
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    Steel frames
You should look for cobwebs in these locations

If you have destroyed 3 of them with your pickaxe, the task is considered complete and you can turn your attention to the next challenges of week 7.

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What is the reward for completing this task? Those who successfully complete this challenge will be rewarded with experience points. These are needed to level up in the Battle Pass, which holds cool rewards for you.

If you still want to unlock the Wolverine skin from the season 4 Battle Pass, you first have to go find him. To unlock the outfit, you need to first find and defeat Wolverine.

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WoW: Blizzard kills a method that would have made you rich in patch 9.0

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Many WoW players have dreamed of big money in Patch 9.0. But Blizzard has coldly murdered many methods of gold earning.

The Pre-Patch 9.0 of World of Warcraft, which is supposed to prepare for the new expansion Shadowlands, is eagerly awaited. This is not only due to the major features like the Level-Squish, the new starting island or the numerous character customizations, but also to new opportunities to earn gold. However, Blizzard has now buried the most popular methods. A new fix in the Pre-Patch ensures that some ways of earning gold have become useless.

What is it about? With Patch 9.0, crafting in WoW is dramatically revised. Almost all old recipes can be upgraded through “Relics of the Past”. A pair of pants that was intended for level 10 can then become a good piece of armor for level 45 or higher. This not only increases the value of the equipment but also the resale value at the vendor.

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The dream of having a lot of gold – it seems to be dead.

What is the problem? Players researched on the PTR for methods to produce items effectively from cheap resources that they could sell for good profit at the vendor. It was practically a license to print money if it had come to that.

Alongside some bugs – such as an armor piece that can be sold for over 30,000 gold – there were many methods to get gold. The latest one required nothing more than a freshly created monk. The monk teleported himself via spell to the Kun-Lai Summit and could buy green items from a vendor there. These were disenchanted and then processed into new items, which would have led to a net profit of nearly 81 gold – every time.

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A simple method – too simple, as Blizzard has nerfed it.

This is how Blizzard fixed the problem: The developers have now found a solution to stifle these simple methods of gold earning in the bud. Instead of balancing all items and their values individually, a new, necessary resource was introduced. Anyone wanting to craft Relics of the Past must now buy additional materials from the NPC vendor. Each of these materials costs 5 gold. Depending on the rank of the relic, 1-25 of these materials are needed. For a relic at rank 5, the costs thus rise to 125 gold.

This nullifies any possible profit through the direct sale of the crafted items.

Many players are now dissatisfied: That Blizzard deactivated these methods with a fix just 6 days before the release of Patch 9.0 has caused some discontent. Many players have spent hundreds of thousands or even millions of gold to stockpile materials and process them with Patch 9.0. They anticipated a high net profit, which will now be absent.

In the coming days, materials like Thorium, Runecloth, or Leather are expected to flood the auction houses. After all, some players now have huge supplies of these that no longer have any recognizable use.

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Many are upset with Blizzard.

What do we learn from this? If a method of earning gold seems too good to be true – then it usually is. It was probably foreseeable that Blizzard would intervene here to prevent further inflation in World of Warcraft. It seems that we will only have to rely on tried and true strategies of gold earning. But surely, with Patch 9.0, some new ways will emerge to earn a gold piece or two – besides the 5 things to look forward to in Patch 9.0.

Are you among those affected who have stockpiled many materials? Or did you know from the start that this system would never come without restrictions?

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The MMORPG ESO has a problem with group search: Lügende players

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In The Elder Scrolls Online, players have always complained about “fakes,” that is, players who pretend to play a different role in the dungeon than they actually are. This mainly applies to tanks and healers, but now fake DPS are being reported as well. However, they are usually just bad.

What’s the deal with fakes? In ESO, fakes are a big problem. These are players who sign up for dungeons in the automatic group finder and specify the role of tank or healer, even though they are actually specced for DPS.

Why do they do it? Because tanks and healers are in much higher demand than DPS classes. Thus, damage dealers wait much longer for a group than tanks or healers. The plan of the fakes is to apply as a different role and then hope that the rest of the group will somehow carry them through.

Of course, you don’t necessarily need a tank in many instances. Especially with a good group and in normal mode, a tank is often obsolete. However, it is unfair to those who are honestly waiting in line in the group finder. Or when things get tough, having a tank is a relief.

Does it work? Often, such rounds end in chaos and frustration. Because while a somewhat strong group can manage the first bosses and encounters, it usually becomes too much towards the end of the instance and you wipe repeatedly.

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Then it usually comes to light that the tank is actually a DPS player and hardly knows anything about their craft. By the time that comes out, all parties have wasted hours of their lives that they will never get back.

A major annoyance, as an angry player recently illustrated on reddit. Not only was his fun ruined, but he was also insulted by the fake tank because he, as a healer, wasn’t doing much damage:

I was in the unholy grave to grind and found it a bit strange that our tank had a health of 16k, but I had seen dungeons with worse stats and thought maybe he had a build that just worked, so I thought it would be fine.
No, it was just a DPS who didn’t bother to wait.
Only when we got to the “Keeper of the Kiln” did his true face show.
As a healer, I was working overtime, so I had to deal many heavy hits to regain Magicka. As a result, I got the aggro from the boss, got one-shot, and then the group fell apart.
After the fifth wipe, I had enough and told the guy to leave and play his role. Then he said: “LOL explain to me first how a level-400 player can deal so little damage.”
…I am a healer.

Player QuietLittleVoice on reddit.

Fake tanks are therefore a problem, as our author Larissa Then noted in her own article, for which she received much support from the community here on MeinMMO.

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Now DPS are also branded as fake-DPS, even though they simply have no idea

What are fake-DPS? Following the reddit post about the audacious fake tank, another ESO player published an anecdote about fake-DPS on reddit:

We were farming Banished Cells I, both CP160+, so it should have been quick and easy. Even with the DPS we got at level 35-45, this dungeon should be pretty familiar at a low level. Anyway, we noticed early that this DPS wasn’t doing much damage.
In fact, he was losing quite a bit of health, and even the trash took longer to defeat than it should have. We noticed he was taunting the enemies. We tried to tell him to do DPS and let the tank do his job, but he kept taunting. And he ran ahead and pulled the enemies. Meanwhile, we weren’t doing a lot of damage. It even got to the point where our real tank swapped some of his abilities just to boost the group’s DPS. This guy actually presented himself as a DPS and then spent the whole dungeon acting like a wannabe tank.
The best part was when I saw him use a healing skill ultimately.

Player El-17 on Reddit.

Curiously, it seems there really was a guy who had so little knowledge of the game that he registered as a false DPS. So not necessarily a liar. But instead of bashing the guy, many users in the reddit thread chimed in and tried to explain the matter.

According to their opinion, it was likely an inexperienced newbie who had never played an MMORPG before. Therefore, he probably hadn’t heard of the roles the holy trinity of MMORPGs and simply built a balanced hero like in a solo RPG. Therefore, he used the tank, DPS, and healing skills that might have even served him well in solo play.

Overall, the general sentiment among the users was that ESO would benefit from a little dungeon tutorial explaining the roles and why you shouldn’t just stroll in but should properly optimize accordingly.

But perhaps such additional quality-of-life features will come in 2021 as part of a new update to The Elder Scrolls Online. So far, however, we unfortunately know little about the new chapter in ESO 2021. What we do know and what speculations the community has can be found here on MeinMMO.

The problem with lying players is, in ESO, such a huge annoyance that it even affects beginners wrongly. Have you had experiences with fake players?

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Genshin Impact is free to play – Have you already spent money on it anyway?

Irina Moritz Irina Moritz Reading time 2 minutes

Genshin Impact is a free-to-play game, but it has microtransactions. Have you used them yet?

What can you pay for in Genshin Impact? Genshin Impact is currently making waves in the gaming community. Many players can hardly believe that such a pretty game with high fun factor and many hours of gameplay is actually free.

However, Genshin Impact does have a funding model. In the game, you can pull various characters and weapons randomly from a pool through the so-called Gacha system. For this, you have to spend a certain currency.

You can obtain this currency as a daily bonus or earn it in-game, for example, by completing quests or opening chests. You can also buy it directly.

To get desired characters faster, you can spend money on the following items:

  • Moonlight Seals – You get 300 Creation Crystals and 90 Original Stones per day for 30 days
  • Gnostic Experience Pass, a kind of “extended Battle Pass” from Genshin Impact
  • Creation Crystals, the premium currency of Genshin, in various amounts
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Diluc is one of the strongest characters in Genshin Impact and one of the rarest with 5 stars.

Since the probability of pulling your desired character or weapon can be very low, some players invest large amounts of money in Genshin Impact. Like a YouTuber who paid $2,000.

But how about you? Have you used these paid bonuses and microtransactions in Genshin Impact, or is that out of the question for you? Are you perhaps considering using one of the options? Let us know in the comments!

How can I vote? You can cast your vote as always in the poll tool below the article. Each of you only has one vote to cast, and once you have voted, the vote cannot be undone.

The poll ends on Monday, October 12.

Have fun voting!

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How Ready Player One: New VR treadmill is coming, could radically change gaming

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

Virtuix has announced a treadmill for gamers that is designed for home use. With it, you should be able to fully immerse yourself in the gaming world and perform various activities. The release is already planned for 2021.

What kind of device is it? The machine named “Omni One” aims to make gaming in virtual reality even more interesting – and that for every player at home. It is not particularly large and can fit into any apartment.

Strictly speaking, it is not a treadmill, but a low-friction platform. You will be strapped in with a vest and can then move freely, although you cannot “run away” because of the vest.

In the full 360° radius, you can then:

  • walk
  • run
  • crawl
  • kneel
  • jump

This is supposed to allow perfect immersion in VR games, immediately evoking associations with the gaming film Ready Player One by Steven Spielberg.

The developers themselves refer to it as the “Peloton bike for gamers,” which clearly highlights the fitness aspect. It is also said to be in a similar price range.

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Is this innovation revolutionary? From trade shows, there are already prototypes and devices that offer similar functionality, but are usually larger and bulkier. The new aspect is that the Omni One is designed for home use and falls within a somewhat affordable price range.

This type of device combines gaming with fitness aspects and looks exhausting but also very fun in the video.

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Release set for 2021 at an affordable price

How can one get the treadmill? Those who are excited about the Omni One Treadmill after seeing the trailer and images will have to be patient. The finished product is expected to be released in the second half of 2021.

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This is what the Omni One looks like as a standalone device (Concept image by Virtuix)

How much will it cost? A price of $1,995 is currently being quoted, which includes the VR headset. Additionally, there should be a $995 “Developer Edition” available, but without the headset.

Furthermore, the developers plan to have a shop with 30 games, including both their own developed games and third-party titles. However, there is currently no detailed list available.

However, there are more and more games using VR, including the new horror game Phasmophobia, which currently boasts 97% positive reviews on Steam.

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CoD Cold War: Here are the 3 most important changes for the beta – According to the developers

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Today marks the start of the beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Following the criticism of the alpha on PS4, Treyarch will be making a lot of changes. In an exclusive interview, the developers revealed what they consider to be the most important changes.

What is the interview about? Just before the start of the Black Ops Cold War beta, we had the opportunity to speak with the developers from Treyarch. During the conversation, we discussed numerous aspects of the new Call of Duty 2020 and asked what they regard as the most significant changes from the often heavily criticized alpha to the upcoming beta.

Who did we speak with? Our shooter expert Sven Galitzki and Tony Flame, the Lead Game Designer at Treyarch, were the conversation partners.

Tony Flame from Treyarch (Source: Activision)

Many changes for the beta – These are the 3 most important areas

Criticism after the alpha: During the alpha, which was held exclusively on PS4, there was indeed praise but also a lot of criticism for Treyarch’s new work. Weapons didn’t feel right, the graphics were criticized, and movements and animations weren’t really smooth either. In these areas, CoD Cold War felt like a step back to Modern Warfare, according to some players.

Our shooter author Maik Schneider shared a similar opinion, finding the gameplay enjoyable but also noted: CoD Cold War promises next-gen multiplayer, but the alpha reminds of PS3 times

The consequences for the beta: However, the developers did not take this lightly. During the feedback from the alpha test, Treyarch emphasized that it was an alpha and that they would work on many issues from the first public test. In the interview with MeinMMO, Flame announced that many changes would come for the beta – and they kept their word.

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Recently, the official patch notes with the changes for the beta were released by Treyarch – and they are indeed massive. From changes to weapons, improvements to the spawn system, to numerous bug fixes, there is quite a lot of content. But which aspects do the developers consider most important?

By the way, you can view the English list of all changes here on the official Treyarch site: Official Patch Notes for the Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Beta

Here are the most important changes according to Tony Flame: Although there are numerous changes, 3 areas stand out to Flame in particular. In his opinion, they are

  • Changes to gunplay and the combat system
  • Changes to the movement system
  • as well as changes to the graphics

the most important elements that were improved from the alpha to the beta by Treyarch. Alongside matchmaking, these were some of the areas that were harshly criticized by many participants in the alpha.

A lot will change in the multiplayer during the beta

And whether it’s animations when shooting, movement animations, weapon recoil behavior, or the associated sounds – there will be quite a few changes here, according to Flame.

The Lead Game Designer from Treyarch stated: “We have worked extremely hard on this. Even before the alpha was playable. But during the alpha, we received a lot of feedback – both positive and constructive criticism. We took that to heart and are now proudly bringing it into the beta.”

In general, feedback and close communication with the community are very important to Treyarch: “We always accept feedback and constantly look at what people are saying.” He confidently adds: “And I believe we made some good strides regarding weapon feel and movements – in terms of the flow of it all… These were some of the key points.”

The weapon feel is expected to improve noticeably in the beta

Flame revealed that the alpha of CoD Black Ops was also new territory for Treyarch, at least on this scale: “Of course, this was just the alpha. But I believe we’ve never released an alpha for people to play from home before. Usually, it’s during E3 or something similar. So it was a new situation for us. We are not used to millions of players playing the alpha from home.”

And in the interview, it is repeatedly emphasized that it was just an alpha, and it was not yet fully representative of what will ultimately be released. The last 10% of the work supposedly constitutes 90% of the overall effort, Flame says.

“It was an alpha, and players will see graphical improvements, lighting effect improvements, performance improvements – visibility will be better. Much of the feedback we received from the alpha was already known issues we were working on, and the feedback was an additional motivation to push harder in certain areas.”

Another important change – the FOV slider: If you were disappointed by Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War during the alpha, taking another look during the beta may be worthwhile. Because there are indeed a lot of promising changes coming to the beta.

With the start of the beta, Black Ops Cold War is getting something that console players have wished for years – namely a FoV slider. Tony Flame already announced this.

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This will finally allow players on PS4 and Xbox One to adjust their field of view. A ping system for multiplayer will also be introduced to enhance communication with teammates without voice chat. More information will be available soon here on MeinMMO. Here are 5 more important things you should know for the beta launch.

What about you? Will you check out CoD Cold War in the beta? What do you think of the changes? Are these factors decisive for you as well? By the way, during the beta, you can also snag an exclusive reward: Here’s how to unlock your first weapon blueprint for CoD Cold War in the beta

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Huge war in EVE Online burns over 380,000 € – This was the largest battle so far

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

In the space MMO EVE Online, the war World War Bee 2 has been raging for 13 weeks. Now the largest battle so far has taken place, which consumed around 17,000 euros in resources during the first act. But it will get even more expensive.

What kind of battle was it? The Imperium launched an attack on a so-called Keepstar of the PAPI coalition in the FWST-8 system on October 5. Almost 7,000 player accounts participated in this battle. The alliance was determined to destroy the space station.

How did the battle go? The forces of the Imperium were outnumbered. PAPI was able to motivate around 500 more pilots. This led to 250 Dreadnoughts being sacrificed on the part of the Imperium.

But ultimately the Imperium succeeded and was able to destroy the Keepstar in a massive fight.

https://youtu.be/6okWp1h8_gM
Here you can see the battle of FWST-8 in EVE Online.

An expensive battle

How much did the fight cost? The battle consumed resources worth more than 970 billion ISK in-game currency. That’s about 17,000 euros. However, the entire war World War Bee 2 has already burned significantly more resources.

What happened after the battle? After the Keepstar was destroyed, another one of these battle stations was sent out on October 6. A battle broke out again in the FWST-8 system. The fight lasted an entire night. In the early morning of October 7, the Keepstar was ultimately destroyed.

The costs of the second battle amount to around 1.8 trillion ISK, which corresponds to about 21,000 euros.

EVE Online FWST-8 battle
The fight for the Keepstar in the FWST-8 system viewed up close.

How is the entire war progressing? The World War Bee 2 has now been going on for 13 weeks. More than 298,000 ships have been destroyed in total. The total costs of the war have now amounted to more than 24.9 trillion ISK. That translates to about 380,000 euros in resources.

It should be noted that this conversion is merely for illustration purposes. The players of EVE Online have earned most of these resources over years and have not purchased them with money. The amount only indicates what these resources are approximately worth.

For more information on the war in EVE Online, you can find it in our interview with the EVE Online player Pandoralica.

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  1. Gamestar
  2. Imperium News

Pokémon GO kicks off the autumn event today with Shiny and new Pokémon

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 3 minutes

In Pokémon GO, the autumn event starts on October 9, 2020. It brings Shiny Vulpix, which many players have been eagerly waiting for. Additionally, a brand new Pokémon from Gen. 5, Sesokitz, enters the game.

What kind of event is this? As it gets colder outside, the leaves turn red and fall from the trees, it will also become autumn in Pokémon GO. This is celebrated in the mobile game with new bonuses, encounters with a new, shiny specimen, and even a brand new Pokémon.

The autumn event brings you the following innovations:

  • More berries by spinning PokéStops
    • Berries are twice as effective when given to your buddy
  • Forest-themed Pokémon like Tannza, Knilz, or Mogelbaum appear more frequently in the wild
  • Shiny Vulpix appears for the first time in the game
  • Sesokitz, a new Pokémon from Generation 5, will be released
  • Autumnal Pokémon hatch from 5 km eggs

What you need to know about the autumn event

When does the autumn event start? On Friday morning, October 9, the event begins at 5:00 PM German time. Just a few days later, on Monday evening, it will be over again.

The autumn event ends on Monday, October 12, at 10:00 PM German time. (Niantic later changed the timing. Initially, it was stated that the event would run from Friday 8 AM local time until Monday 1 PM local time)

Which Pokémon will appear more frequently? While the event is ongoing, you will encounter the following Pokémon species more frequently in the wild

  • Myrapla*,
  • Vulpix*,
  • Lorblatt,
  • Hoothoot,
  • Mogelbaum*,
  • Yanma*,
  • Tannza*,
  • Zigzachs*,
  • Samurzel*,
  • Knilz,
  • Burmy (Plant Cloak)*
  • and Tarnpignon

Pokémon marked with a * can even be encountered in their shiny form if you are lucky.

Be sure to use this promo code if you haven’t redeemed it yet.

What does Shiny Vulpix look like? A shiny that trainers have long wished for in Pokémon GO is Vulpix. It is one of the few species from the first generation that has yet to receive its shiny form.

The Kanto form finally appears in Pokémon GO during the autumn event and will remain in the game. Here is what the shiny form looks like:

Pokémon GO Shiny Vulpix Vulnona
Shiny Vulpix and Shiny Vulnona compared to their normal forms in Pokémon GO

Who is the new Sesokitz? The Pokémon Sesokitz is of the Normal and Grass types. It can evolve into Kronjuwild.

The special thing about this Pokémon is that it can appear in four forms. And these forms depend on the season. Initially, you will find the autumn form of Sesokitz in Pokémon GO. We will show you how this looks and the corresponding evolution into Kronjuwild in the graphic:

Sesokitz Kronjuwild
Sesokitz and Kronjuwild – Both in their autumn forms

First hints of this special Pokémon appeared back in December 2019. At that time, Niantic did not introduce the Pokémon in the game despite the hint in the loading screen.

Are you more excited about the new Pokémon or the new shiny? If everything for you revolves around shiny specimens, we have more good news for you.

In November, the next new shiny will arrive in Pokémon GO. This is related to an event in Mexico.

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Twitch streamer plays way too much WoW, clutters apartment – now being celebrated

Schuhmann Schuhmann Reading time 3 minutes

It doesn’t matter what other people think: When you’re so down, every step you take is a good thing.

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Twitch as self-therapy in a hopeless situation

How did Twitch help him change his life? The streamer was apparently desperate and saw no way out: he could no longer cope with the situation alone. He had to change something, he told us in the interview.

We were surprised by how positively Rukk1 perceives the Internet. He said: There are trolls who always come, but you can easily ignore them. But he is incredibly motivated by people who say: “Wow, I haven’t watched for 2 hours. Look at what you’ve accomplished in that time.” Rukk1 apparently sees streaming on Twitch as something very positive in his life that has made a difference.

By making his situation public, this change came and with it the momentum to start anew. One can only hope that Rukk1 continues on this path, even if the attention for this wonderful transformation fades.

Computer gaming addiction

“Am I playing too much? Am I addicted?” is a topic that every MMORPG player probably has to deal with at some point. In one of the first articles on MeinMMO, Cortyn dealt with this in a personal article on our site.

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

It doesn’t matter what other people think: When you’re so down, every step you take is a good thing.

Twitch as self-therapy in a hopeless situation

How did Twitch help him change his life? The streamer was apparently desperate and saw no way out: he could no longer cope with the situation alone. He had to change something, he told us in the interview.

We were surprised by how positively Rukk1 perceives the Internet. He said: There are trolls who always come, but you can easily ignore them. But he is incredibly motivated by people who say: “Wow, I haven’t watched for 2 hours. Look at what you’ve accomplished in that time.” Rukk1 apparently sees streaming on Twitch as something very positive in his life that has made a difference.

By making his situation public, this change came and with it the momentum to start anew. One can only hope that Rukk1 continues on this path, even if the attention for this wonderful transformation fades.

Computer gaming addiction

“Am I playing too much? Am I addicted?” is a topic that every MMORPG player probably has to deal with at some point. In one of the first articles on MeinMMO, Cortyn dealt with this in a personal article on our site.

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

A Twitch streamer became known with a clip showing his completely cluttered apartment. He attributed this to the grind in WoW Classic at rank 14 and his depression, he said. But after the clip, he cleaned up his apartment and is now admired by many for it.

This made the stream famous overnight: Until a few days ago, hardly anyone knew the Twitch streamer Rukk1. He streamed his marathon run in WoW Classic to an average of 20 viewers. There he wanted to reach rank 14 in PvP: This is a seriously tough grind, but actually already over. The first reached rank 14 in WoW Classic in February 2020.

Then, however, the streamer posted a clip of his apartment online. It was completely cluttered with mountains of cola bottles, several towers made of pizza boxes, and a kitchen area that was simply disgusting.

He said: Rank 14 and depression make the difference.

The clip became a phenomenon on Twitch: It received over 280,000 views.

A dialogue played out in many places online between viewers who stood between two poles:

  • Some said basically: “Look how disgusting that WoW addict lives there. It was bad for me too, but never that bad.”
  • Others said: “The man says he is depressed. You have no idea how awful that is. You have to take that seriously, he needs help.”
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The image is from Rukk1’s Discord.

After the clip came the cleaning

Why did he show the clip? Normally, a streamer would never show such a thing to their fans. They would hide this “unorganized part of their life” from the viewers.

For Rukk1, however, it was a method to motivate himself to change something, as he reveals to MeinMMO in an interview.

He told us:

I would never have started cleaning my apartment on my own.

Rukk1

The streamer said he had long neglected his mental health and things got out of control. Rukk1 needed a push, a trigger, to start cleaning his apartment.

That was the turning point: Rukk1 started cleaning immediately after the clip showing his apartment at its lowest point. In the following hours and days, his viewers watched the streamer not as he dragged his hunter through PvP in WoW Classic, but as he gradually cleaned his apartment. The mountain of cola bottles was cleared: the kitchen was cleaned.

A new clip of his “clean apartment” now reached over 110,000 views.

Rukk1 told us he was surprised by how many people approached him and supported him in cleaning his apartment. Because many MMORPG players apparently know the situation of neglecting their lives and feeling bad.

Strangers and friends told him how great they think what he is doing.

Even on reddit, the streamer is now receiving a lot of respect for his transformation. People say: It is incredible that someone who was so down and apparently depressed can now pull themselves up by their own strength.

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

It doesn’t matter what other people think: When you’re so down, every step you take is a good thing.

Twitch as self-therapy in a hopeless situation

How did Twitch help him change his life? The streamer was apparently desperate and saw no way out: he could no longer cope with the situation alone. He had to change something, he told us in the interview.

We were surprised by how positively Rukk1 perceives the Internet. He said: There are trolls who always come, but you can easily ignore them. But he is incredibly motivated by people who say: “Wow, I haven’t watched for 2 hours. Look at what you’ve accomplished in that time.” Rukk1 apparently sees streaming on Twitch as something very positive in his life that has made a difference.

By making his situation public, this change came and with it the momentum to start anew. One can only hope that Rukk1 continues on this path, even if the attention for this wonderful transformation fades.

Computer gaming addiction

“Am I playing too much? Am I addicted?” is a topic that every MMORPG player probably has to deal with at some point. In one of the first articles on MeinMMO, Cortyn dealt with this in a personal article on our site.

For Cortyn, however, it turned out much better than for many others:

Until the doctor comes – addiction or just a time-intensive hobby?

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PS5: Which SSDs are supported? What we know so far

Benedikt Schlotmann Benedikt Schlotmann Reading time 4 minutes

By now, we know what the inside of the PS5 looks like. We also know what the expansion slot for the SSD storage looks like. But which SSDs actually fit in there?

Sony had shown fans what the inside of the PS5 looks like. Some interesting details about cooling and the SSD were also presented. We now know that the SSD is soldered directly to the motherboard and cannot be replaced.

What does the PS5 rely on? With the PS5, Sony is relying on an expansion slot for m2 SSDs. However, we still lack important information. It is not known which SSDs are actually supported. How the competition is handling this is now known: With the Xbox Series X, you have to buy a storage expansion that costs around 240 Euros.

Is there an official statement from Sony? No, not yet. Sony has not yet said which SSDs will be officially supported. The PS5’s storage is 825 GB large and is soldered in place. If you install all the games from the PS Plus Collection at launch, the PS5 SSD quickly reaches its capacity limit.

Anyone who wants to expand their PlayStation 5’s hard drive will need to use an expansion card. Below, we explain what we already know.

Update: 11/6/2020: We now know that there will be no SSDs available at the PS5 launch. Sony has now stated that the slot for the storage expansion in the PS5 will likely be disabled at launch. So you won’t be able to use it.

Speculation surrounds this slot. This is where the M2 SSD expansion card fits.

PS5 SSD Expansion – What We Know

By now, we at least know which SSDs can fit into the PlayStation 5. This includes the type of SSD and the size of the storage card.

What SSDs does the PS5 rely on? It is now clear that the PS5 supports PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSDs. NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is a protocol that connects a drive (in this case, an SSD) via PCIe. The advantage is that it does not require any drivers from the manufacturer (via Storage-Insider.de).

What is PCI Express? PCI Express (or PCIe) is a standard that connects devices like hard drives or graphics cards directly to the processor’s chipset.

What size can the SSD be? A Twitter post has pointed out that you can see in the video which m2 SSDs fit into the PlayStation 5.

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According to the post, the points of the screws especially show which SSDs fit into the console, and the following sizes are currently relevant:

  • 2230
  • 2242
  • 2260
  • 2280

What do the numbers mean? The numbers explain the size of the expansion cards. The first two digits represent the width of the cards, which for most PCs and the PS5 is 22 millimeters. The last two digits explain the length of the storage card, which varies between 30 and 80 millimeters depending on the design.

PS5 SSD Slot: Which SSDs fit into the PS5? mSATA vs PCIe 4.0

The second important piece of information was already explained by Sony in the PS5 teardown video: Sony had explained in the video that there is an M.2 interface with PCIe 4.0 support for expanding storage. Can m2-SATAs be excluded from this?

What is the difference between mSATA and PCIe 4.0? The most important difference here is primarily the connection. There are, in fact, two different variants of M.2 SSDs that are important for modern computer hardware:

  • M.2 SSDs with a single notch are called M-Key and only use PCIe.
  • M.2 SSDs with two notches are called B+M and offer both PCIe and SATA as connections.
  • For completeness, there are also A, E, A+E, and B, but these are not relevant here.

According to Sony, the PS5 only offers an M.2 interface with PCIe 4.0 support.

Different variants: Above Key M and below Key B+M, via Twitter.com

The most important difference is a single notch: The SSD with SATA support has two notches, while the SSD that is relevant to us has only one notch (via Hardware-Helden.de). The picture in the video also shows that only one notch is present. The expansion cards do not necessarily have to fit into the PS5. We are still missing a hint from Sony itself.

Does the difference matter? What matters here is that four lanes are supported. PCIe lanes are used for data transmission. The more lanes, the faster the transfer. While it is true that B+M Key cards generally fit into both slots, only memory cards with M-Key support four lanes of PCIe 4.0.

It is therefore quite possible that Sony will officially exclude a whole range of expansion cards (including those with two pins).

PS5 SSD – Why You Should (Still) Wait to Buy

We now know that the PS5 definitely supports M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSDs, but we still lack information on which SSDs will be officially certified by Sony or what the minimum requirements are.

Because it is likely that Sony will ultimately exclude devices that do not deliver the desired performance.

If you are still looking for fast storage for your PlayStation 4, here we show you the 4 best SSDs for the PS4.

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WoW fans are eagerly wishing for an Arthas movie – the Witcher would be there

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 3 minutes

Images show the Witcher actor Henry Cavill as the Warcraft villain Arthas. He has now responded to it and seems to like the idea.

We talked a few days ago about an image that would fit Henry Cavill, the actor behind the Witcher, quite well in the role of Arthas. Even some Blizzard employees seemed to really like this idea. In the meantime, the topic has gained more traction on social media – more and more images are popping up and even the first reactions from the actor can be found.

Who is Henry Cavill? Henry Cavill is a fairly well-known actor. Most probably know him as Superman or from the series “The Witcher”. Cavill is at heart a real gaming nerd: He almost missed his Superman role because at the time of the call he was in a WoW raid and therefore had no time to answer the phone.

Cavill as Arthas 3
Cavill as a possible Arthas, shortly before the purification of Stratholme.

What has happened now? After the first image of Cavill as Arthas, Reddit “did its thing” and took it to the next level. Numerous other images followed, which were mostly significantly less elaborate and not so serious. Most of these are images of Cavill’s face simply pasted onto various Warcraft heroes – no matter how inappropriate that might look.

Not quite as convincing as the other images …

One image, however, manipulated a teaser image for the new season of the Witcher series, and Henry Cavill even took notice of it.

The actor commented on the image on Instagram with a questioning smiley and tagged Blizzard. For many, this is a clear indication that Cavill would apparently feel comfortable in the role.

Cavill reacts with a questioning smiley to Blizzard – he would apparently be on board.

Will this become a film or a series? Whether what has so far only become a big fan wish and a meme on social media will one day become a reality remains to be seen. However, interest in a film adaptation of the Arthas storyline – whether as a feature film or series – seems to be large among the WoW player base. The fitting nerd actor is already there … now it seems only the rest is missing.

Do you also want this story to come true and be able to see Arthas’ story someday as a film or series? Or has the first Warcraft film shown that this franchise is better off sticking to games?

If you are not yet familiar with the Warcraft story, you should check out our extensive summary of WoW lore …

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  1. wowhead.com
  2. reddit.com/r/wow/

Fixing broken OP weapons in CoD MW & Warzone – But players want to keep them

Maik Schneider Maik Schneider Reading time 2 minutes

The two new weapons from Season 6 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare & Warzone are broken and “overpowered”. The developers have announced a revision, but many players want to keep the weapons as they currently are.

Update 9:00 PM: The promised patch has since been released. You can find the patch notes here.

What is the problem with the weapons? The two new firearms that came with the start of Season 6 for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare & Warzone have both interesting features that were not intended:

The developers have now announced that they will address the overpowering characteristics of the guns. However, many players are not happy about this.

Developers Announce Weapon Adjustments for AS VAL & SP-R 208

What do the developers say about it? The community manager Ashton Williams commented on the matter on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/ashtonisVULCAN/status/1313840149373964288

Williams says here: “We are currently testing a patch that will revise the AS VAL & SP-R 208. Depending on unforeseen issues, we will release it as soon as possible.”

While she does not specifically say that the two broken ammunition attachments of the weapons will be revised, many players now expect the adjustment of the OP attachments. This can be seen in the comments on the tweet, but not everyone agrees with it.

Players Disagree on Whether It Is Even Necessary

How do players react? In fact, many people in the comments feel that the adjustments are unnecessary. Both the AS VAL and the SP-R have defenders:

  • @Invikari on Twitter: “Why are you changing the guns? AS VAL is good as an SMG and the 10-round magazine has its advantages but also disadvantages and loses to almost every weapon. SP-R is a DMR, only good at short ranges and is inaccurate at long distances, unlike sniper rifles. The guns are perfect.”
  • @KKaptivee on Twitter: “The SP-R 208 should not be nerfed. It gives players new opportunities for how they can play in Warzone and is well balanced with regard to the assault rifle meta. Don’t you want a game with good balance?”
  • @alexmurray772 on Twitter: “No! Don’t nerf a weapon! Why did it take an entire season to nerf the Origin 12, but for a weapon we are currently having fun with, you throw a nerf out after a week?”

The majority of comments under the tweet lean in this direction. However, there are also some players who think the decision is correct:

  • @CTiz27 on Twitter: “This should be fixed as soon as possible. Search & Destroy is currently impossible to play.”
  • @reaperreapzz on Twitter: “Thank you for this. I can’t even express how frustrating these two weapons are right now. Either you get shot through a wall or taken out by a one-shot hit from the SPR.”
  • CoD YouTuber JGOD on Twitter: “I’m glad you at least recognized that there is a problem.”

When the patch will come and what the adjustments will look like is not yet known. However, the reactions show that it is a sensitive topic and that the “OP weapons” are not perceived the same way by everyone.

What do you think about the issue? Should the patch come as soon as possible or are the weapons all right for you? By the way, the beta of Cold War starts today on PlayStation.

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New Steam MMO lets you destroy everything – Here’s how you can play it now

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

Want to try out a new MMO? Then you can currently try the demo of Elteria Adventures on Steam. The online game aims to convince with some unique features. For example, everything in the world can be destroyed.

What is Elteria Adventures? The online game is a mix of MMORPG, platformer, and building game and is aimed at those who are not interested in classic online role-playing games like World of Warcraft. You will explore and change a large, colorful sandbox world.

Elteria Adventures offers you battles against monsters and the collection of resources with which you can build structures. Together with other players, you can even build entire cities.

To move through the world, you can not only walk but also glide and fly. Even hopping is important, as there are jumping sections where you can jump onto clouds to reach a floating island.

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The trailer shows you what the MMO Elteria Adventures has to offer.

A sandbox full of possibilities

What is special about the game? If the gameplay itself is not enough to pique your interest, perhaps the voxel engine that Elteria Adventures is based on will. This engine allows you to completely change the world.

Don’t like that a huge mountain obstructs the view from your little house? Just remove it. It may take a while, but eventually, you’ll have an unobstructed view.

It’s up to you to reshape the world according to your ideas, similar to what is the case in the sandbox MMORPG ReWorld.

When can I play the demo? You can download the demo of Elteria Adventures now on Steam and start playing right away. However, the demo, which actually represents an open alpha, is available for download only until October 13. You can also play until then.

In the test version, you will experience the tutorial, character creation, explore the world, fight monsters, and build structures. Essentially, you get a glimpse of the entire game.

Elteria Adventures Combat
In Elteria Adventures, you can also expect battles against monsters.

What about the MMORPG elements? You create a hero from the classes:

  • Demolisher, who can change the landscape
  • Architect, who builds structures
  • Fighter, who fights opponents
  • Summoner, who calls upon nature in battle
  • Trickster, who strikes from ambush in battles and crafts items

You can also improve your hero by leveling up. It is also possible to switch between classes.

When will Elteria Adventures be released? The MMO currently only has a release date of “Coming Soon.” Since the demo represents a kind of open alpha, the launch is not expected until 2021.

Do you want to check out the demo of Elteria Adventures? Or have you already had a look?

Are you looking for currently good MMOs and MMORPGs? Then check out our list of the 15 best MMORPGs and MMOs .

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  2. MMORPG.com

Genshin Impact: Release was just “First Step” – Developers promise a lot of content

Alexander Leitsch Alexander Leitsch Reading time 2 minutes

The cooperative RPG Genshin Impact is set to become a service game and will be expanded with new content. This was revealed by one of the game’s developers. Early leaks already indicate which direction it will take.

What does the developer say? In an interview with IGN Japan, an employee from the developer MiHoYo revealed that the release version of Genshin Impact does not yet represent the final game. The cooperative RPG is set to be greatly expanded in the future:

The current version only represents a part of the content […] we will continue to develop even more content and gameplay while also releasing updates and optimizations. The game that goes online is therefore not the “final version,” but rather the “first step.”

One could say that the real work has just begun.

A developer in an interview with IGN

It is confirmed that Genshin Impact will be a service game, which also fits the monetization model with the gacha system. The developer has also already revealed what other content is planned:

  • New characters
  • New character-specific missions
  • New locations that you can explore
  • A third city
  • New side quests
  • Next-gen versions of the game

A version for Xbox One and Series X is not planned at this time.

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Leaks from test servers already show new content

What do we know about update 1.1? On reddit for Genshin Impact, there have already been leaks regarding an upcoming update 1.1. This comes from a test server that is actually under an NDA, or a confidentiality agreement.

Allegedly, the new patch will bring some of the content promised by the developer:

  • Continuation of the storyline quest from AR 30
  • A new event with rewards
  • New playable characters
  • A new area with the city “Inazuma.” It is speculated that this will be the “Coming Soon” city on the official site
  • A new character that you receive after reaching adventure rank 42
  • New “Quality of Life” features

You can find exact details about the leak here.

Genshin Impact Start Title
New characters are definitely planned for the future of the game.

When will the update be released? So far, no release date has been shared by the developers. On reddit, it is speculated that the dates of October 19 or November 9 are the most likely, as new “banners” for the gacha system will appear then.

However, the website Inverse reports that the patch is expected to be released next Monday, October 12. However, the source of this information is not known.

How do you like Genshin Impact so far? And are you looking forward to upcoming updates for the game?

For those currently trying to put together the best team, we have compiled tips and a tier list.

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PS5: One person could delay the launch in India – Now he is threatened by angry fans

Jürgen Horn Jürgen Horn Reading time 3 minutes

The PlayStation 5 has not yet received an official release date in India. This could also be due to the fact that Sony does not own the trademark rights to the term PS5 there. A private individual snatched it up a few months earlier. And this guy is reportedly now facing trouble from angry Sony fans.

What is the situation in India? While the PS5 is set to launch in Europe on November 19, 2020, and in some countries even on November 12, the situation in India remains unclear. So far, Sony has not published an official release date.

According to a report from the site The Mako Reactor, there is another curious problem that may delay the console’s launch: It seems that Sony does not actually hold the rights to the brand “PS5” in India. It appears that a private individual named Hitesh Aswani owns it. As per the database of the Indian patent office, the trademark was registered on October 29, 2019. Sony only followed up on February 2, 2020, making the trademark status for “PS5” in India officially “Contested”.

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Here in the database of the Indian patent office, it is clearly stated that Hitesh Aswani holds the rights to the PS5 in India.

Sony is likely to win the trademark dispute

Is the PS5 delayed in India because of this? Since Sony does not hold all the rights to the PlayStation 5, this could indeed delay the launch until this issue is resolved. According to The Mako Reactor, which reportedly consulted legal experts, it should theoretically be no problem for Sony to prevail against a private individual who likely has no substantial interest in the PS5 brand.

Nonetheless, the matter must be officially clarified, and possibly Sony is withholding information about the launch because of this.

Is the PlayStation 5 arriving late in India due to missing trademark rights?

In the past, a company had already encountered issues with the launch of its products in India. It was about the Zenfone from ASUS. There, an Indian phone company held the rights to the term Zen, preventing ASUS from marketing the product under that name in India.

Angry fans threaten trademark holder

What is happening right now on the internet: A mob of furious Indian PS5 fans is raging on Reddit and other platforms. Whether or not the legal situation is actually responsible for a potentially delayed PS5 release in India, the anger of the community is currently directed at Hitesh Aswani. According to reports, he has already asked for police protection on Twitter.

If we believe the quotes circulating on the internet, various PS5 fans wish him nothing good. It has been mentioned online that his data and social media accounts should be published, and that he should be harassed until he voluntarily relinquishes the trademark rights.

However, regardless of when the PS5 comes to India, in a country with over 1.4 billion inhabitants, the current shortage of available consoles is another problem. As of now, no console can be officially pre-ordered. Scalpers on eBay are shamelessly taking advantage of this and are demanding over 10,000 euros for a console.

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New mobile MMORPG is coming, not relying on autoplay

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

In Japan, Project Eternal is creating a new mobile MMORPG that does not rely on autoplay and auto-battles. What is the game about?

What is Project Eternal? The new mobile MMORPG from Asobimo is fundamentally based on fairly classic gameplay. You create a hero who belongs to the Holy Trinity consisting of Tank, Damage Dealer and Healer. With this character, you explore a large, open game world.

  • There, you can expect quests
  • battles against monsters
  • huge world bosses
  • the exploration of dangerous dungeons
  • mounts
  • and plenty of challenges that you tackle together with friends and an NPC fairy companion.
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This is how the MMORPG Eternal plays.

A mobile MMORPG without autoplay

What is special about the game? Project Eternal does not rely on autoplay and auto-battles like other mobile MMORPGs. Often, in mobile games, the hero automatically moves to the quest’s destination and even the battles occur automatically. You just need to set the appropriate skills and give the character powerful equipment. A significant part of the MMORPG runs autonomously.

In Project Eternal, on the other hand, you actively fight yourself and also travel independently through the world to the destinations of the quests. This means that the MMORPG plays very classically and actively.

Why is this important? Mobile MMORPGs are on the rise, and MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch wondered if they could be the future of the genre. One criticism of mobile MMORPGs, especially from Western players, is this autoplay with auto-battles. Some players wish to walk around and attack enemies themselves, rather than just watch or see how the quest turned out.

Therefore, Project Eternal is a mobile game that addresses this criticism and tries to do it differently. It aims to be a mobile MMORPG that European players or players from the USA can enjoy as well.

Basically, one could say that Project Eternal is a classic online role-playing game that, although played on mobile, would function just as well on a PC.

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When is the MMORPG supposed to be released? A beta test is planned in Japan this November. The release is slated for 2021. Project Eternal is planned to be released internationally, as is always the case with Asobimo’s games.

Are you interested in the MMORPG Project Eternal if it doesn’t have autoplay features? Or is there criticism of mobile games that is more significant for you?

Want to know which mobile MMORPGs are worth it in 2020? Then check out MeinMMO’s list of “The 8 best mobile MMORPGs 2020 for iOS and Android“.

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The Razer Kishi controller turns your phone into a Switch – How to enjoy mobile gaming

Jürgen Horn Jürgen Horn Reading time 7 minutes

The Razer Kishi controller is specifically designed for smartphones, making your phones look like a trendy version of the Nintendo Switch. Especially with game streaming services like the integrated Xbox Cloud Gaming service in Xbox Game Pass (formerly XCloud) or Google Stadia, the controller is supposed to provide optimal control for mobile gaming. But does the device live up to its promises in the test? MeinMMO author Jürgen Horn has tested the Razer Kishi for you.

What is the Razer Kishi? When I first saw the Kishi, I thought, “Wow, Razer is releasing a handheld console styled like the Nintendo Switch? Cool!” It wasn’t until a closer look that I realized that the Kishi is a new type of controller where you place a smartphone between the two halves of the controller, effectively turning the phone into a kind of Switch.

The Kishi is meant to enhance mobile gaming and is primarily advertised for use with game streaming services like the newly known Xbox Cloud Gaming, previously known as XCloud, or Google Stadia.

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This is what the Kishi looks like.

Technical specifications: Before I go into my experiences with the Kishi, here are a few quick technical specifications.

Connection typeUSB-C (Lightning for iOS)
Battery lifeNone, runs off the phone
Dimensions94.33mm x 134.1mm x 37.3mm
Weight163 grams
Price89.99 € (Android), 109.99 € (iOS)

The Kishi has the same number of buttons as a current controller on the Xbox or PS4. The button layout is roughly similar to that on the Switch.

Which phones are compatible with the Kishi? Officially, the following Android devices fit in the Kishi:

  • Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, S9, S9+, S10, S10+, S20, S20+
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Note 9, Note 10, Note 10+
  • Google Pixel 2, 2 XL, 3, 3 XL, 4, 4 XL
  • Razer Phone 1 and 2
  • Smartphones with maximum dimensions of 145.3 – 163.7 mm x 68.2 – 78.1 mm x 7.0 – 8.8 mm

The Apple version fits the following iPhones:

  • iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone X, XR, XS, XS Max
  • iPhone 6+, 6s+, 7+, 8+

What did we test with? I tested the Kishi with my Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus and my new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. The Note Ultra is technically too big for the Kishi, but it still fits just right.

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The S20 Note Ultra just about fits in.

The Kishi in the test – Is it suitable for the intended use?

That was the first impression: The Kishi doesn’t look like much at first glance. It’s a small, folded bundle of buttons. You can unfold it via two clamps on the back and then have two half controllers in your hands. These are connected to the back with an elastic band and a plastic plate. The latter serves to stabilize it when the thing is folded up.

By anchoring a fixed USB-C connector (for the Apple version, it’s a Lightning connector), you attach one half with the connector to the phone’s charging socket. Since it only has USB-C and no room for adapters, older phones with Micro-USB ports are already out. The Kishi only works with relatively modern phones.

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When folded, the Kishi is very compact.

Once the phone is plugged in with the charging port on the right half of the Kishi, you just need to slip the other side of the controller over the top of the phone. A rubber flange will then securely hold the phone between the two halves of the Kishi, along with some slight pressure from the rubber band.

This gives you a solid gaming device that really looks like a sexy version of the Switch. Since the Kishi doesn’t have its own battery, it draws its power from the smartphone. A USB-C charging port at the bottom of the right half allows for further charging. However, it is only a charging port, you cannot connect headphones there.

Since the controller blocks the audio outputs on most phones, dampening the sound, you will have to use wireless headphones for the optimal audio experience. The headphone jack will likely be blocked as well.

Which games work with the Kishi? Through the free Kishi app, you can select mobile games that are specifically designed for use with the Kishi. These include games like Angry Birds GO, Goat Simulator, Aerofly 2 Flight Simulator, or the MMORPG Crusaders of Light. You can download them directly via the app and configure them for the Kishi.

However, for my test, the focus was on games typically played on PC or console, and thanks to streaming services like Stadia or Xbox Cloud Gaming, can now also be played on a phone.

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Avengers runs optimally with the Kishi.

While a pure mobile game is primarily designed for touch screens, games like Marvel’s Avengers, Sea of Thieves, ESO, or DOOM Eternal are not. If you want to play such games on the go, you will inevitably need a suitable input device.

Therefore, I sequentially tested Doom Eternal and ESO with Xbox Cloud Gaming, and later Hotline Miami, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, and Marvel’s Avengers via Stadia.

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How does it feel to play with the Kishi? After I placed the phone in the Kishi, it was ready to go. Even without the app, the Kishi is immediately usable, and I started the first games.

It started with Doom Eternal via Xbox Cloud Gaming. Everything went smoothly. Although I generally struggle with shooters and controller controls, with a bit of practice, the mayhem went well. All buttons did what they were supposed to, and I shot, punched, and sawed my way through hordes of demons.

Next was ESO. Here too, everything was easy. All inputs were accurately executed, and the Kishi felt good in the hand with the phone in place.

The same applied to Hotline Miami, Marvel’s Avengers, and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, all of which I tested on Stadia. Google’s streaming service also supports the Kishi perfectly, and the controls worked well.

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The Kishi in size comparison.

Once you get used to the button layout, the controls become intuitive and relaxed, allowing you to concentrate fully on the game displayed on the phone screen while holding the phone between the two Kishi halves.

Since the device is firmly attached via the charging port and the rubber flange, you also don’t have to worry about your expensive phone falling out and getting a spider app.

However, I must note that the ergonomics feel better with the smaller S9 Plus than with the oversized S20 Note Ultra. While the display is larger and nicer, the phone is so long that it is a bit less comfortable to play with the Kishi. However, you do get used to it with time.

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How practical is the Kishi: Since the Kishi is roughly the size of a cigarette pack when folded and weighs hardly anything, you can easily slip it into your pocket. It also fits easily in my trendy man bag alongside a tablet and power bank.

I believe this is the most important aspect of the Kishi. Because to play streaming games properly on a smartphone, you need a controller, and who really drags an Xbox or Stadia controller around all the time? Those things are horrendously heavy and need their own case to avoid damage.

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You can easily pack the Kishi.

When you’re ready to play, you either have to set the phone somewhere or awkwardly strap it to the controller with a kind of “claw.” That looks silly and isn’t comfortable, as together with the phone and controller, you have quite a bit of weight in your hand, which can strain your wrists during longer gaming sessions.

Here, the solution with the Kishi is better. Just take the Kishi out of your pocket, unfold it, attach the phone, and you’re ready to play Marvel’s Avengers during your lunch break or on the train to work.

Finally, a suitable controller for streaming

I have always loved the idea behind the Switch, a mini console that I can always have with me. But the game selection wasn’t my thing at first, and the technology of the Switch was much too weak. I also wanted to play my existing games on the go in good quality.

All of this was achievable with the combination of a powerful smartphone and streaming services like Xbox Cloud Gaming or Stadia. Only the control was an issue. I specifically bought an Xbox controller and awkwardly attached the phone with a claw. However, that was terribly cumbersome, uncomfortable, and looked ridiculous.

Sitting in a café and awkwardly clutching such a monstrosity of a phone and Xbox gamepad is a pitiful sight, and I felt like a fool.

With the Kishi, those moments are finally history. This thing I can confidently pack in any bag. When I’m gaming with it, it looks cool and trendy – not silly and embarrassing.

This way, I can now take out my phone anytime and play a few crafting quests in ESO or a quick round of Avengers when I have to wait somewhere or have unexpected free time. I certainly do not regret purchasing the Kishi and can recommend the device to anyone who is even slightly interested in mobile gaming.

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Jürgen Horn
Editor at MeinMMO

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