WoW Classic connects the young and old. But behind many seniors, there can also be a true PvP nerd.
Most people probably associate gaming with the younger or adult generations. Only a few might think of retirees who still hammer away at the keyboard at the age of 70 or older. Who likes the idea of being boxed by a “grandpa” in the PvP battleground? However, that’s exactly the case in WoW Classic. A retiree has achieved rank 13 in PvP there – that must have taken a lot of time.
What happened? The Reddit user HeavyHammerVR shared a picture of his father. He is now a proud 73 years old and still a passionate gamer. His latest achievement demonstrates his dedication. In World of Warcraft Classic, he has just reached rank 13 in the PvP system.
After the original photo, he attached a small video showing the 73-year-old and his gaming setup at the start of a round in Alterac Valley:
Why is this so impressive? The grind in the PvP system of WoW Classic is quite tough and requires a lot of time and endurance. Although rank 13 is not the highest rank, very few players per server can hold this rank at the same time. Achieving such a high rank essentially requires daily playtime of many hours – anyone who only plays a little on weekends will certainly not be able to reach rank 13.
Is he continuing? According to the Reddit post, rank 13 is the end of the line for him. Instead, he wants to “start raiding again.” And who wouldn’t want this ambitious gentleman on their team? However, the grind for rank 14 is only for the truly insane.
Old people and gaming? More and more are taking up the hobby.
How are others reacting? The “WoW retiree” is receiving a lot of support. Many players find it great when someone finds access to this hobby at an older age. Other seniors also commented in the post, stating that gaming is simply a much better hobby to stay mentally active.
As paracog says:
I am 74 and have been playing WoW since Cataclysm. I have noticed that my cognitive abilities have sharpened since I started playing, especially when driving: reflexes and my perception of traffic situations. I also think that it is a hell of a lot more interesting than bingo and I get social interaction from it as well.
Many others would wish that older people would give gaming a real chance and not dismiss it immediately with “I’m too old for this.”
Can you imagine still gaming at an old age? Or will it even become the norm later on?
After Sony had already announced changes to the trophy system, it seems they accidentally revealed another trophy feature for the PlayStation 5 that many trophy hunters will likely appreciate. This is what Trophy Tracking is all about.
On the official French PS Blog, this new feature was initially briefly introduced along with the upcoming revision but was quickly deleted. Apparently, this info went online too early. It is speculated that it was supposed to be presented together with the user interface reveal. Meanwhile, some PlayStation players also received emails from Sony where this feature was presented as well.
This is behind the Trophy Tracker on the PS5: The new “Quality of Life” feature was only briefly outlined, but it is what many trophy hunters have long desired – at least on PlayStation. On Xbox, there is already a similar tracker.
For example, the trophy tracker shows you how many artifacts you still need to collect or how many armor upgrades you still need to unlock (and have already unlocked) to obtain corresponding trophies in a game.
In short: With the tracker, you can better understand the requirements for specific achievements and your progress there. You can see exactly what and how much you still need to do for a particular trophy.
Excerpt from the Sony email (Source: pushsquare.com)
Will all PS5 games receive this feature? According to the leaked description, it does not seem so. It mentions “supported games on the PS5 console.” It looks more like an optional feature that is possible on the PS5, but apparently depends on whether developers ultimately implement it in their game.
Which games will support this in detail and whether the feature will be available at launch with the first PS5 games is not yet known. Perhaps there will be a “proper” official announcement that sheds more light on this.
The beta of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War starts today, on October 8, and runs over 2 weekends in 4 phases. To know exactly when you can test the new first-person shooter, MeinMMO shows the overview here.
Update October 8, 7:10 PM: The beta is live. The following game modes are now included:
Three 6vs6 modes – Team Deathmatch, Domination, Kill Confirmed
12vs12 Combined Arms as Domination
Additionally, a Hardcore tab is visible in the game selection, but it is still locked. The Hardcore mode may also be available for testing in the beta.
Update October 8: The beta goes online today at 7 PM on PS4.
Treyarch is now releasing more info about the beta and confirmed that there will be a new map & 2 new modes in the beta. Under the heading “More content is confirmed” you will find the latest news. A bunch of improvements and changes have also been announced – you will find them under the heading “Improvements over the Alpha are extensive”.
Update October 7:The preload for PS4 is online. If you pre-ordered CoD, you can now go to the PlayStation Store and download the beta. Alternatively, you can access it directly via this link:
Furthermore, the CoD blog released new information about the content of the beta and confirmed the modes for the testing phase. You can find the details under the heading “More content is confirmed”.
Update October 6: CoD: Cold War released a trailer for the beta. In the action-packed clip, the VIP Escort mode is confirmed:
https://youtu.be/8o-kI11cAx4
Original report: After an open alpha phase for PlayStation players went online at the end of September, CoD also wants to give other platforms a first look at the new Call of Duty: Cold War.
When does the Cold War beta run on PS4, Xbox & PC? Release and time
The beta starts each Thursday at 7 PM and ends on Mondays at 7 PM our time. The various phases also start at 7 PM.
You have the chance to test the new CoD without obligations over the next two weekends. There are a total of 10 test days in 4 phases, and the open beta for all platforms lasts 3 days:
October 8 – 9 – Start at 7 PM
Only PS4 and only pre-orders have access
October 10 – 12 – End at 7 PM
Only PS4, but all players with PS Plus have access
October 15 – 16– Start at 7 PM
Access for PS4 players with PS Plus and pre-orders on PC and Xbox (Xbox Live required)
October 17 – 19 – End at 7 PM
This is the open beta phase for everyone – players on all platforms have access (PS Plus or Xbox Live required on consoles)
So if you just want to take a peek, note the dates October 10 – 12 & October 15 – 19 on PS4 or October 17 – 19 on the other platforms (PC & Xbox). In these phases, you do not need to pre-order or anything for the beta – just download & start playing. The system requirements for PC can be found here:
When exactly does it start? So far, there have been no indications of a specific start time. The alpha phase started and ended at 7 PM. This time is also likely for the beta.
How do I download the beta? If you digital pre-ordered, you do not need a beta key, but can simply download the game data from the shop/launcher of your platform.
Can I preload?The preload for all pre-orders on PlayStation is online. If you have already purchased Cold War, you can now download the data from the PlayStation Store. All other platforms will have to wait until next week.
Early access only for digital pre-orders: If you bought CoD Cold War on CD, unfortunately, you will not gain access to the early phase of the beta. But you can still participate normally during the open beta days.
Start of the beta with significant improvements over the alpha
Extensive overhaul of weapons – animations, more realistic sight view, general weapon tuning, grenade adjustments, attachment tuning
More details in the gunsmith
Sniper rifles: aim assist added for controller, one-hit area reduced, sight reflection made easier to see
Fundamental graphics update and lighting/visibility overhaul
Better audio for weapons, footsteps, hit markers, scorestreaks
Scorestreaks should be more valuable – completing mission objectives now grants more points, and there are generally fewer points for higher killstreaks – however, the cooldowns of the streaks have been reduced
With the new level system in the beta, you can unlock a weapon blueprint right away.
More content is confirmed
What content does the beta offer? With the beta phase, you should get an impression of the multiplayer mode of the new CoD. There will likely be no access to parts of the solo or zombie mode.
The following contents distinguish the beta from the alpha:
A new map: Cartel – a jungle map in Nicaragua that offers every kind of combat distance and a more open middle area
VIP Escort: 6vs6 mode where one player is the VIP. The defenders try to secure the VIP in a specific zone. The attackers must eliminate the VIP.
12vs12 Combined Arms – Assault: You fight in a large team for a moving target.
Additionally, some brand new features will be introduced in the multiplayer of Cold War. For instance, there will be a ping system to quickly mark places on the map. Plus, a “field of view” setting for consoles has been announced – this was previously available only for PC. There will also be more settings options for your HUD.
This has already been in the alpha and is returning with the beta:
Traditional 6vs6 modes as Moshpit (TDM, Kill Confirmed, Domination, Hardpoint)
In “Combined Arms” you have many vehicles at your disposal.
Cold War Release & Keys for the beta
Can I get access to the beta without pre-ordering? Yes, a few days of beta are completely free for everyone. Keep these dates in mind:
Free access PS4: October 10 – 12 and October 15 – 19
Free access PS4, PC & Xbox: October 17 – 19
On consoles, you need PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live in Germany to participate.
Are there still keys for early access? If you really want to access early, keep an eye on the CoD channels on social media. In mid-September, some channels already distributed keys and developer Treyarch itself often gives away beta access:
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If you are attentive and quick, you still have a chance for a key. Otherwise, use the free-for-all days of the beta phase.
When does Cold War celebrate its release? The full release of the new Black Ops is on November 13. The Warzone will also continue with the new CoD and share some content with Cold War. It is still unclear how the battle royale will proceed. Learn here how Cold War & Warzone could merge.
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Black Desert Online has introduced the “Odyllita” area with the new expansion. This comes with a lot of new content – and four quite challenging monster areas.
What is Odyllita? Odyllita is the new region that you can explore in Black Desert Online starting now. It is described as the “Land of Darkness and Ancient Secrets” – sounds pretty eerie.
But even though there are indeed many dark corners in Odyllita, the area has much more to offer. You can see what Odyllita looks like here in the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYI2Tam3QNI
Odyllita presents a challenge
Who can go to Odyllita? Anyone wishing to travel to the new area must meet certain requirements. First, players must have reached level 60 and completed the quest “[St. 58 Kamasilvia] Light of Kamasilve”. You can find out how to level up quickly in our guide.
In Odyllita, you can then start directly with the main quest [St. 60 Odyllita I] or consult Postmaster Aliluna in Thornwood Castle or Postmaster Honto on the road of Shivtal to receive side quests. Additionally, several events await you at launch.
The capital city Odraxxia invites exploration
What is in Odyllita? There is much to discover in Odyllita. For example, you can visit the capital Odraxxia. There you will meet the queen of Odyllita, Viorencia Odore. In the surrounding area of the city, you will find new plants such as the pink Delotia, fish for cooking, and Moonlight Stones. The latter can be processed into nickel ore with a pickaxe.
In addition, there are new elixirs in Odyllita that you can prepare.
A significant part of the area consists of the new monster zones. And they are quite challenging. Already beforehand, the new difficulty was criticized. In total, there are four different new zones:
The Thornwood (250 AP). Here you will encounter the Fallen Ahib.
The Tankuta monster zone (270 AP). It is recommended for groups of two players. Here, you will fight against the strong, enduring Turo.
The Olluntal (300 AP). This is designed for 3 players and throws powerful golems as enemies at you.
Finally, you will find the “Crypt of Resting Thoughts” in Odyllita (310 AP). This is said to be one of the most challenging zones overall.
An overview of the four zones
Each of the areas also offers its own rewards that might be worth the fight. In Odyllita, you also have the opportunity to embed crystals into your awakening weapon to become even stronger. These are the Ahkrad crystal and the Oluskak crystal – the materials can be found in the monster zones.
In December, the new MMORPG Wild Terra 2 will enter Early Access on Steam. Before that, however, it allows you to try a demo for free, in which you can get a first impression of the game.
What is Wild Terra 2? This game is a sandbox MMORPG set in a medieval world, reminiscent of the classic Ultima Online. In it, you do not follow quests or a story, but live the life of a blacksmith, fisherman, sailor, or simply do whatever you want.
For PvE fans, the game offers raids and boss monsters in the open world. You can also build your own houses and establish and manage a town together with other players.
In Wild Terra 2, there is also PvP in the form of sieges, which can conquer cities and fortresses.
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What makes the game interesting? The MMORPG starts with a large continent but is expected to expand with each new season, adding areas, creatures, and different biomes.
In a future area, for example, there will be an icy, eternal winter. It will then be more difficult to grow or find food.
Those who wanted to get a picture of the game so far had to spend a lot of money for an alpha or rely on video material. However, since today, October 7, 2020, you can test the MMORPG for free for a week.
The full player experience before launch
What does the demo offer? During the free week, which is set to run from 7:00 PM on October 7 for 7 days, you can experience the complete MMORPG. There are no restrictions in terms of level, content, or anything similar.
However, some features are still missing, as the roadmap for the game shows. Notably, the promised fortress battles are planned only for winter 2020.
In the demo, servers from 5 regions will be available, including a specific one for Europe.
Roadmap for Wild Terra in 2020.
Who is the demo interesting for? Anyone currently looking for a new MMORPG and who has fond memories of classic sandbox games should take advantage of the free week to familiarize themselves with the game.
Moreover, it currently seems that Wild Terra 2 will not be free-to-play later, but will need to be purchased once, like these buy-to-play MMORPGs. At least the backer packages indicate that a full version of the game is promised.
Anyone who does not want to buy a pig in a poke should also take advantage of the demo event.
When will the game be released? The Early Access version of Wild Terra 2 is planned for December 2020. A specific date has not yet been mentioned.
Demo and alpha players will not have any advantage at launch, as progress will be wiped after the tests.
In FIFA 21 the TOTW 2 has been announced. Who is in the second Team of the Week? Two Bundesliga strikers receive strong cards.
This is the TOTW: After the first TOTW was already released last week, the second TOTW also appears before the official FIFA 21 release. However, some players are already playing thanks to early access and special editions.
The TOTW rewards the real performances of football players with special cards. They are stronger than the standard card of the players and are also worth more on the transfer market. Some good trading methods in FIFA 21 deal with trading TOTW cards.
Who is in this week?
Here is the TOTW 2 in FIFA 21
These are the best TOTW cards: This time, the TOTW is led by Bayern striker Robert Lewandowski. This is hardly surprising: On the weekend, he secured the 4:3 Bayern victory against Hertha BSC with four goals almost single-handedly. His card has received an upgrade to 92, making him even more dangerous.
Behind him is Erling Haaland with an 86. The BVB striker is not only one of the best talents, but also has one of the most interesting FUT cards. He earned the card with two goals and one assist against Freiburg. Behind them are players like Harry Kane (89), Courtois (90), and James Rodriguez (84).
Which Bundesliga players are in the TOTW 2? In addition to Lewandowski and Haaland, two more Bundesliga players made it into the TOTW. Among them is Leipzig’s Halstenberg with an 84-rated card, which could be extremely interesting for Bundesliga teams. Additionally, goalkeeper Gikiewicz (81) from FC Augsburg joins.
In an official video, Sony disassembles the PS5 into its components. However, a few questions remain unanswered. For example, we still do not know which SSDs will be compatible with the PS5.
Sony showed in the official PlayStation Blog how to disassemble a PlayStation 5 into its components. This was also the first time that the parts of the console could be seen. The Sony employee also explains each individual component.
Where can you watch the video? Here you can see how the PS5 is disassembled into its components:
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The PS5’s SSD: The SSD of the console is firmly connected to the motherboard. The SSD consists of three separate blocks that are controlled by the special SSD controller.
It is at least certain: You cannot simply replace the hard drive as you could with the PlayStation 4. Instead, there is an extra slot where you can install an M.2 SSD.
The SSD consists of three blocks that are controlled by the special SSD controller (in the middle, green).
Cooling of the PS5: The PlayStation 5 uses a special cooling solution made of liquid metal. This is intended to ensure long-term stability and good cooling performance. Sony itself explained: “This is one of the components that required a lot of creativity from us when designing the PS5.” Because the heat generation of the PlayStation 5 is significantly higher than that of the PlayStation 4.
Additionally, there is a large heat pipe, which has also been used by the PS3 and PS4 to dissipate heat.
Installing an SSD: The employee explains that there is an M.2 interface with PCIe 4.0 support for expanding the storage. To do this, you at least need to remove the outer shell and take off the cover. Then you have access to the interface. At first glance, this does not seem complicated. All information about the SSD can be found here:
SSD interface: This is where the M2 SSD goes for your PS5.
PS5: You must not disassemble your console at home
The video also includes a note that you are not allowed to disassemble the console yourself. If you dismantle the console, the manufacturer’s warranty is void.
PS5 Teardown – These are the answers we are still waiting for
How quickly does the console get dirty? The PlayStation 4 especially struggles with a noise problem. This is also due to the fact that the console’s ventilation gets dirty quickly and dust accumulates. With the PS4, you need to regularly check and clean the console, depending on where the console is positioned.
What does the PS5’s user interface look like? By now, we know both the exterior and the interior of the console, but we still do not know the software that runs on the console. Also, in the first hands-on of the PS5, no menus or similar were visible.
Which SSDs are supported by the PS5? Sony has not yet explained which additional SSDs are supported by the PlayStation 5. So far, we only know that the SSD should be very fast and that it is 825 GB in size.
If you install all the games from the PS Plus Collection at release, the PS5 SSD quickly reaches its capacity limit.
External hard drives can be connected, but PS5 games can only be installed on the internal SSD. So far, there is still no list or selection of which SSDs are now officially approved for the PS5.
Worthwhile SSDs for the PS4: While purchasing an SSD for the PS5 is currently not worthwhile, you can still get some performance out of the PS4 with an SSD. This can significantly increase load times. Here we present three good SSDs:
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Phasmophobia is a horror co-op game in early access that can be played on PC and optionally in VR. It was released in September on Steam and is very well received there, as well as on the streaming platform Twitch. We at MeinMMO reveal what the game is all about.
What is the game about? In Phasmophobia, you take on the role of a ghost hunter and team up with other players, with a group consisting of up to 4 players. You start in a van and receive some information about the mission, as well as secondary objectives.
However, you can also communicate with the ghost. The ghost reacts to your voice and what you say. For some missions, you need to ask the ghost certain questions. The best experience is to use a microphone and the English language. The ghosts in the game do not (yet) understand German.
However, you should not provoke the ghost too much, as it becomes increasingly aggressive over time. It can attack and kill you. Additionally, your paranoia increases and your mental health declines as the game progresses. The longer you take, the more crazy experiences you’ll have.
A round typically lasts between 15 and 60 minutes.
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What makes the game so interesting? Phasmophobia is said to be particularly fun in a group and truly scary, especially when using a VR headset for full immersion in the game.
Although it has been out for a short time, it has already captivated tens of thousands of players, achieved extremely positive ratings on Steam, and even gained a good ranking on Twitch.
97% positive ratings from over 64,000 concurrent players
How is the game received? Phasmophobia was released on September 28 and has since reached an average player count of 22,062 on Steam. At peak times, even 64,793 players were playing the horror game simultaneously, and the trend is strongly increasing. The record was set just this morning on October 7 at 5:00 AM our time (via SteamCharts).
The creepy atmosphere with a constant interplay of light and shadow.
The teamwork required for mission success. For difficult missions, some reviews suggest forming a fixed team rather than relying on random players.
The various ways Phasmophobia can be played. Those who want to avoid jump scares can guide the team from the van, while the brave venture directly into the musty basement.
The affordable price, as the title is currently available on Steam for €11.59.
The support of VR, which works particularly well in a horror game.
However, there is criticism for:
Bugs and disconnects, as often occur in early access.
The still limited selection of maps and varied content.
Note: Originally, it was mentioned that players were bothered by the need to cooperate with others. In our comments, it was pointed out that one can certainly play alone, but it is less fun. This criticism is therefore unfounded.
Horror creates highlights and clips on Twitch
How is the game performing on Twitch? According to Twitchtracker, Phasmophobia is also well-received on the streaming platform. In the last 7 days, it ranked 7th in terms of average viewers and also in total hours watched.
The game is popular there primarily due to its atmosphere and the reactions of the streamers.
In a clip from ItsSlikeR, he is so scared that he pulls his headset off his head:
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In general, the streamer is very successful with the game. In another clip, he witnesses another player being killed and thanks the ghost at the end for doing him a favor:
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Destiny 2 has revealed the news and presents 10 new Exotics. Check out the trailer and the description of the new weapons and armor from the DLC here.
This is what the trailer is about: On the evening of October 6, Bungie released a teaser for Beyond Light. It was promised that today, on October 7, a bigger announcement regarding the highly anticipated DLC would follow – and Bungie kept its word.
The new trailer showcases 10 fresh Exotics. Included are four weapons and two exotic armor pieces per class.
MeinMMO shows you the trailer and afterwards provides a brief description of the unique abilities of the new toys, with which you will make Europe unsafe starting November 10.
Check out the 10 new Exotics in the trailer in German here:
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Many Guardians expected that Bungie would present two new Exotics today, which they teased briefly yesterday. That revealing a whole arsenal is something that very few Guardians would have anticipated.
This is what the grenade launcher can do: “Salvation’s Grip” fires projectiles that create Stasis crystals and freeze nearby enemies. Charging this weapon increases the number of created crystals and enlarges the freeze radius.
Beyond Light introduces the first new element in Destiny’s history: Stasis. Therefore, it is not surprising that an Exotic weapon fully relies on ice power.
This is what the pulse rifle can do: Precision hits and hits on enemies affected by Stasis are replenished into the magazine of “No Time to Explain.” Stack this effect to summon a portal from which the weapon shoots from another timeline.
We see how a small black hole fires upon enemies like an automatic turret and hovers next to the weapon bearer. In Destiny 1, the weapon only played around with ammunition and was only iconic because of its bearer, the Exo-Stranger, – now it seems to be a useful weapon.
Cloudstrike
This is what the sniper rifle can do: Precision headshots from “Cloudstrike” create lightning at the opponent’s position. Quick precision hits create a storm at the impact site.
The sniper somewhat resembles the Destiny 1 weapon The Curse. But it could only blind with its lightning, not clear a storm. In the trailer, a single hit takes out 3 Guardians in PvP.
The Lament
This is what the sword can do: The sword “The Lament” cuts through enemy shields and has an improved defense mechanism. By blocking, you charge the blade. If you hit enemies in the charged state, you heal yourself.
Concept art of this sword has been circulating online for a while. Now we know how badly swords need a headfirst dive attack.
Icefall Mantle
This is what the Titan gloves can do: With “Icefall Mantle” your Titan barricade is replaced by an overshield that absorbs incoming damage.
In the clip, we see the Titan impressively drawing fire onto themselves and honoring their reputation as the tank of Destiny. Can one also withstand headshots in PvP?
Precious Scars
This is what the Titan helmet can do: When revived, the Titan gains an overshield aura through “Precious Scars,” protecting the bearer and allies nearby.
Thanks to this Exotic, it could be really worthwhile to revive a fallen Titan on the battlefield.
Mask of Bakris
This is what the Hunter helmet can do: Equip the “Mask of Bakris” to replace the Hunter’s dodge ability with a longer dive that cloaks the bearer for a short time.
In the trailer, it looked less like a dive and more like Hunters could teleport again – like in Destiny 1. Additionally, one might think that this mask looks scarier than the current Halloween gear .
Athrys’ Embrace
This is what the Hunter gloves can do: The Hunter’s balanced knife (charged melee) bounces back a second time thanks to “Athrys’ Embrace.” Quick precision hits additionally grant bonus damage and can stagger enemies for a short time.
In the shown “Beyond Light” gameplay, it almost looked like the knife magically found the enemy’s head. Until we know how strong the aim assist actually will be, exciting balance discussions are likely to continue.
Dawn Chorus
This is what the Warlock helmet can do: With “Dawn Chorus,” the Dawnblade projectiles of Solar Warlocks deal additional damage and cause enemies to burn on contact. Gain melee energy every time a target takes damage from burning.
With this, Warlocks indirectly have their Viking Funeral from Destiny 1 back – we wish you happy kindling.
Necrotic Grip
This is what the Warlock gloves can do: Melee attacks with equipped “Necrotic Grip” corrupt enemies with damage that increases over time. If a corrupted fighter is defeated, the corruption spreads to nearby targets and restores melee energy.
The effect is somewhat comparable to the top Exotics from Season 11, the Witherhoard. Both infect enemies and are contagious.
What do you think of the 10 new Exotics? Do you also think that powerful toys are on the way?
Especially interesting is that Exotics with roots from Destiny 1 make their return in a significantly revised form – what could this mean for the reunion with the Hawkmoon ? Additionally, keep in mind that we should expect more Exotics from the raid or secret quests, of which we have seen nothing so far.
Twitch permanently banned the streamer Matthew “dellor” Vaughn a year ago. The young man was constantly angry and developed the trademark of breaking a keyboard over his own head. At first, there was a lot of shouting, but now dellor is back. He believes it is due to his good behavior on YouTube.
Who is dellor? The now 32-year-old streamer was once a professional Overwatch player of the brand “xQc”: a good player, but completely without filter and therefore practically unbearable.
In April 2019, he lost his partner status on Twitch because he told a female player in Apex Legends, to make him a sandwich – a sexist insinuation towards “women belong in the kitchen.”
dellor is also prone to outbursts and then completely freaked out. He made it his trademark to grab a keyboard in a rage and smash it against his own head.
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Although the streamer emphasized that it was more of a show, he had already broken so many keyboards and nothing had ever happened. But the permanent ban from Twitch due to “self-harm” stood.
The streamer was devastated and expressed suicidal thoughts. He had been depressed for months and did not want to live in this world anymore.
After the Twitch ban, YouTube wanted him badly
This was the turning point: When dellor was so done after the Twitch ban, the head of YouTube Gaming, Ryan Wyatt, reached out to him and publicly sent him a message on Twitter. He wanted to help him.
This gave dellor a boost and subsequently became a successful streamer on YouTube. He now has 740,000 subscribers there.
dellor was banned from Twitch when YouTube decided to dive deeper into live streaming. They seemed grateful for every big streamer they could poach from Twitch.
Some streamers who were banned from Twitch have since moved to other platforms: Corinna Kopf switched to Facebook – Dr Disrespect has landed on YouTube.
dellor believes Twitch has now noticed that he has truly improved and wants to give him a second chance. He has worked so hard on himself.
However, the most successful videos on his YouTube channel are still “Mega Rage Compilations”: At first glance, it does not seem like much has changed. He still gets terribly upset when he dies in shooters like CoD Warzone and flails wildly.
But nowadays he only throws his headset on the ground and at least leaves the keyboard intact. Apparently for him a “great improvement” and “hard work.”
Whether he will return to Twitch is unclear: But due to the unbanning, he is now allowed to participate in tournaments streamed on Twitch and collaborate with Twitch streamers. He mentioned this in his letter to Twitch as reasons why he wanted to be unbanned.
“Forever” is a relative term on Twitch. Streamers can appeal permanent bans on Twitch. But what criteria are used to decide whether someone will be reinstated seems completely opaque.
The German streamer MontanaBlack once explained how hard the permanent Twitch ban hits a colleague:
In FIFA 21, there is a 53-year-old football professional with whom you can chase goals. But how did he make it into the game?And how good is his card in Ultimate Team?
What kind of player is he? The Japanese Kazuyoshi Miura, also known as “King Kazu”, is a football professional who has an extremely long football career. He is now 53 years old and plays for Yokohama FC in the Japanese first division. He is considered the oldest football professional in the world.
The FUT card of Kazuyoshi Miura
This is how old “King Kazu” is: The Japanese center forward played his first professional game for the Brazilian football club FC Santos in 1986. That was a year after Cristiano Ronaldo was born! At that time, Kazuyoshi was 19 years old.
When comparing him to other football greats, he is older than some icons in FIFA 21:
Zinedine Zidane (48) – Retired in 2006 at the age of 33
Pep Guardiola (49) – Retired in 2006 at the age of 35
Interestingly, Kazuyoshi Miura was already playable in FIFA 96.
Why is he in FIFA 21? Because his club (Yokohama FC) has been promoted to the Japanese first division this year, this club (including all players) is back in FIFA 21.
This is how strong Kazuyoshi Miura is in FIFA 21: It is clear to anyone who takes a look at the FUT card of “King Kazu” that it is not a top card. He has a bronze card with an overall rating of 59, with shooting and dribbling stats standing out positively. These are not that bad with a value of 62.
These are the stats of the 53-year-old King Kazu
His 4-star rating for weak foot is also good, allowing him to shoot goals with either foot. However, his biggest problem is his speed. Here, “King Kazu” only has a value of 25, which is far from competitive in the striker position.
Is the card worth it? To really score many goals, the card of Kazuyoshi Miura is consequently not worth it. It is only interesting as a curiosity to play with the oldest striker in FIFA 21.
Which Bundesliga cards are worth it for starting in FIFA 21 you can see here. With those, you should definitely score more goals than you could with the Japanese legend Kazuyoshi Miura.
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Surprisingly, Sony is revising the trophies for the PS4 and PS5. The changes take effect tomorrow, October 8th. Here’s what’s changing for you.
Sony is overhauling the trophy system on PlayStation. This is happening surprisingly and applies to both PlayStation 4 and the upcoming PlayStation 5. We explain what is changing.
What is the biggest change? The main change is the transition of the level system. Previously, PlayStation had levels from 1 to 100. In the new system, the trophy level is increased to 1 to 1000.
Additionally, the value of individual trophies will also be adjusted. If you were level 12 in the old system, then according to Sony you are in the 200 range in the new system. However, this also depends on the trophies you have collected on PlayStation. So if you have for example received the Platinum trophy for FUT 20 in FIFA 20, then you can be happy.
PS4 Update on the Trophy System: What You Need to Know
The trophy update takes effect as early as Wednesday. We explain what you need to consider and what is changing for you.
When do the changes take effect?
The changes take effect tomorrow, October 8, 2020.
What changes are being made to the trophies?
The trophies will be converted into a new system. The trophies you have collected so far and the requirements for unlocking them will remain unaffected by the update.
Will I lose my progress on PS4?
No, all your trophies will be converted into the new system. Only your level will change.
Why are there changes?
Sony wants to give rare trophies like the Platinum trophies more value. In the new system, these count significantly more. Additionally, the new system is supposed to be much more pleasant, as you rank up faster than in the previous system.
Who does the changes apply to?
The changes apply to both the PlayStation 4 and the upcoming PlayStation 5. By the way, you can also transfer trophies from the old console to the PS5.
In FIFA 21 is today, on October 7, 2020, already the 2nd title update released. And that, although the game is not officially out yet. MeinMMO tells you what’s in update 1.03.
While the 2nd update of FIFA 20 last year was quite extensive and fundamentally changed the game, the 2nd update of FIFA 21 brings only a small bug fix that will not change the gameplay and does not provide any innovations for the football simulation.
When will the update be released? The update can already be downloaded on PlayStation 4 and PC. Thus, FIFA 21 has already received its second title update before the official release on October 9.
For Xbox One, the patch should also be available shortly.
The patch notes for update 1.03
What changes with the update? Title update 2 for FIFA 21 only addresses a problem with bids on the transfer market in Ultimate Team.
The exact patch notes are as follows:
Issue resolution:
When placing bids on the FUT transfer market, a stability issue occasionally occurred.
The patch notes do not provide further explanation of how the mentioned stability issue manifested itself. However, MeinMMO colleague Maik Schneider reported some game crashes on the PS4 while placing bids on the transfer market. The update does not offer any further changes or bug fixes.
How large is the update? Currently, only the size of the update for PlayStation 4 and PC is known:
PlayStation 4: 713 MB
PC: 1.03 GB
The Xbox version of the update is likely to be of a similar size.
Have you already accessed FIFA 21 and was the update able to resolve the issues on the transfer market for you? At the launch of the football simulation, we have 9 tips for you that can help you get started in FIFA 21.
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Star Wars Squadrons is well received by many players & fans. Even MeinMMO author Maik Schneider enjoys the title. However, after the first hours, he believes he won’t launch the space fighter hunts as often as he had hoped.
What is Star Wars Squadrons? A new spaceship game that I was really looking forward to. The space simulation lets us pilot familiar starfighters from the vast science fiction universe “Star Wars” and sends us into battles in the “Star Wars” style in Story mode or Multiplayer. The new game from EA has good ratings on Metacritic and receives a lot of love.
Last weekend, I completed the story and already spent several hours in Multiplayer, and I must say: It is truly a fun experience.
You fly through the vastness of space in authentically designed cockpits of X-Wings or TIE Fighters and battle iconic spaceships that have delivered spectacular battles in the films. Rockets, lasers, and fan service flew all around me, creating a spectacular atmosphere. Truly a fantastic experience.
However, I must also say that I was expecting more playtime. As great as the game is: It currently seems that not much will come after the story, and I was actually hoping for something different.
The game looks great and is fun – as long as it lasts…
A great game for fans and space pilots – But…
What are the drawbacks of Squadrons? It’s the meager multiplayer mode. Until the release, I thought that with the new “Star Wars” title, we would be served a space combat game with a clear focus on the multiplayer mode.
It was already clear that Squadrons wouldn’t be a service game that provides new content for years. However, what is currently available in multiplayer can hardly keep you engaged for a week – if at all.
There are only 2 different modes available, and the solo campaign offers no co-op mode, which would have been excellent.
No question: The game is good, maybe even very good. And if you fly over the battlefields with several friends, formation flying and covering each other is a lot of fun. But my expectations were different – less story, but more motivation in multiplayer.
In the detailed cockpit, you have an overview of everything.
Multiplayer offers little incentive to stay longer
What was I hoping for? A few more modes, perhaps more ships or at least a motivating ranking or cosmetic system.
Especially the matches could use more variety. Here I even see a setback compared to space battles in Battlefront 2. In the big brother, you could earn hero ships like the Millennium Falcon during the battles. That was very motivating for me and made the battles more engaging.
The same goes for the ranking system and acquiring cosmetics. The system has been kept as simple as possible in Star Wars: Squadrons:
Ship equipment costs requisition points
Cosmetics cost glory
Both can be earned through leveling up
You can also earn extra glory through small missions
There is also a kind of “Battle Pass” that lasts for 60 days. If I complete 10 tasks during this time, I get a stylish helmet of the New Republic. When I looked at this, I even felt a little bit mocked.
“Here you have a cool game, but the fun you have to create yourself.” – What works really well in Minecraft isn’t appealing to me at all in Star Wars Squadrons.
When the capital ships engaged each other, I was thrilled. However, the multiplayer couldn’t impress me as much.
Also, the rank system, which assesses my performance in fleet battles, can’t change much. Here, I can only farm more glory for cosmetics that don’t excite me. I didn’t want 1,000 hours of engagement, but a little more motivation would have been beneficial to the game, in my opinion.
The only things that slightly excite me are the 3 different toys for the cockpit (trinket, hologram, dashboard figure). But the trinket of the Naboo Starfighter only reminds me that I can’t fly this cool part in Squadrons.
EA also plans nothing major for the game. Ian Frazier, Creative Director of Star Wars: Squadrons, spoke in an interview with the English site “UploadedVR” about the future of Squadrons. He stated: “We are currently not planning to add new content.” He does also say “Never say never,” but I have little hope for content that would turn the multiplayer around after these statements.
It’s a shame, Star Wars Squadrons. I really hoped that we would see each other more often. But a motivating multiplayer mode looks different.
Only a total of 8 ships and toys in the cockpit – That could have been more.
Thanks to fan factor and story, it’s worth the money
Why it’s still worth the money: In the end, you won’t regret buying the game. It’s not a full-price title and only asks for “30 to 40€” of your hard-earned money. In return, it delivers a strong “Star Wars” story with top-notch graphics that makes every fan’s mouth water.
Also, the multiplayer offers several hours of fun, and especially with friends, the starfighter simulation really picks up. However, as the battles slowly repeat, it quickly runs out of steam.
I think I can get around 30 hours out of the game with story & multiplayer – the campaign took me about 8 hours. That’s quite decent, and I don’t want to complain. But I find it a bit disappointing.
The bosses are satisfied, the galaxy saved for this day. More days probably won’t come either.
A glimmer of hope remains: If the game is successful, there’s a possibility of a second part and possibly a bigger multiplayer. I’m also willing to pay for a full-price title for that. Because the only thing Star Wars Squadrons is missing, in my opinion, is a substantial amount of content. Otherwise, it has become a really good “Star Wars” game.
I have played the area multiple times in the beta and still have a lot of fun with it. This is not only due to the fact that the Island of the Exiled is the most modern starting area in World of Warcraft. More so, it is just incredibly fun to experience this small, self-contained adventure.
The Island of the Exiled seems remote and abandoned – but a lot is happening here.
Simple, but great story
It’s a storyline that is not complex, but rather straightforward and purposeful. In short, the story can be summarized as follows:
An Alliance strike team was dispatched to scout an uncharted island. The team is missing, and contact has been lost. As part of a second team, you are now to find the missing soldiers and investigate what is happening on the island.
Your ship is caught in a storm and crashes on the shore.
After you have battled Murlocs and recovered supplies, you venture deeper inland.
Spiky boars are preparing strange rituals, and they are being watched by an ogre.
It quickly becomes clear that the ogres are pursuing some dark goal and are using the Alliance troops as fuel for their spells.
After a small rescue mission, you learn that the ogres want to resurrect a dead dragon and make a plan to prevent exactly that.
You gather resources and remaining Alliance troops and then infiltrate the ogres’ camp.
In the end, there is a small “mini-dungeon” against the ogre boss to thwart the ritual, followed by a battle against the (still weakened) undead dragon.
First skeletons already suggest that it’s about necromancy.
Questlines like a Pen&Paper adventure
Yes, all of that is not great literary art or a story with many twists and unforeseen events. But that’s not what the Island of the Exiled wants to be. It is a solid, short, interesting, and coherent adventure. Something that World of Warcraft is lacking.
This makes the Island of the Exiled feel very much like adventures from Pen&Paper role-playing games. There is a clearly defined framework, a handful of characters, a (relatively) clear objective, and a fixed endpoint in the plot.
To be completely honest, I wish for more areas like this in the future. They don’t necessarily have to be starting areas, but could also be scalable zones for the mid or endgame. I don’t even want these zones to become “daily areas” or any other grind afterward. Unique, short adventures lasting a few hours would be completely satisfying for me.
In the end, the Alliance arrives with an airship – no soldier will be left behind.
The details make the adventure perfect
Especially the many little details on the Island of the Exiled ensure that the experience remains vividly memorable.
Each class has a small but unique quest. As a warrior, for example, I must speak with an old Vrykul spirit who has been trapped here for years. He cannot leave until someone defeats him with truly heroic swordsmanship. For this purpose, he teaches us a skill and then wants us to defeat him in battle using that skill.
This is also a typical element from Pen&Paper. Small moments where only your hero can experience something that remains hidden from other characters.
Much on the island is also commented on by the NPCs, who – incidentally – provide insights into the cultures and views of the various peoples of Azeroth. While a dwarf might gleefully rejoice that hundreds of giant spiders have burned in their caves and are no longer a threat, the night elf druid is quite saddened by it. After all, the spiders were only following their nature, while a large part of nature has now been destroyed.
The soldiers bravely fend off the ogres.
The characters deliver “dumb jokes”, bicker, and reconcile, occasionally voicing their views on the happenings.
And this is exactly what World of Warcraft needs more of. Small, focused adventures within a defined framework. Perhaps monthly, small mini-quest areas that do not belong to the main storyline of the game and only “run along the side.” It does not take an entire Maldraxxus or a whole Icecrown to tell a cool, coherent adventure. A small but fine island – like the Island of the Exiled – captures the true essence of World of Warcraft much better and sparks a desire for more.
I think you’ve already noticed it – but I really love the Island of the Exiled. I firmly believe that you will see it this way in a week, when Patch 9.0 goes live. And I can only hope that Blizzard brings more of these small quest areas. Because that is a “pure” Warcraft experience, as it would hardly be possible in the setting of large areas with addon-spanning story.
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The rare Midas fish is sought after in Fortnite due to its powerful function. However, those who find it may encounter a nasty bug that has the opposite effect. We will show you how this bug affects gameplay.
This is the fish: Midas Flopper has black hair, a scar visible above and below the eye, tattoos, golden fins, and as an additional highlight, he wears a tie. Aside from his distinctive appearance, the Flopper is also rare and hard to find.
What can the fish do? Its properties make the Midas Flopper so valuable. The fish can make your inventory “legendary” when consumed. It elevates all the weapons you carry to the highest rarity. This makes the fish so popular and valuable that everyone wants it.
This is what some players are experiencing now: There seems to be a bug that causes all items in the inventory to become invisible. Some players have experienced this after finding and consuming the Midas fish. Instead of having all their weapons become legendary, they suddenly found themselves staring at an “empty” inventory.
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Although the weapons are still in the inventory, the affected players have no access to them. If an enemy comes around the corner at that moment, it’s quickly over for the player.
What can be done about it?
These tricks you can apply: Since this bug is quite nasty, players quickly searched for solutions. Player Milky_Moebile_Player tried out what can be done in Battle Lab. He found that items in the inventory appear if you place an item from the drop slot. He shared the clip on reddit:
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Other players report under the reddit clip that you should simply pick up another weapon. Then the bug would be fixed. However, this trick does not always work, as some players cannot pick up anything at all.
Since the Midas fish is so rare and the bug does not occur for all players consistently, there is not much information on whether these two tricks work in a regular “Battle Royale” match. If this bug should appear for you, you now know what you can try.
The mythical goldfish is one of the rarest items in Fortnite
Yes, there will soon be a new resource in Minecraft: Copper. You can smelt it and craft things with it. But what is the new copper good for, which will be added with Patch 1.17 and the “Caves and Cliffs” update?
When is copper coming? The Minecraft team has announced the huge “Caves and Cliffs” update for summer 2021. It will then be released with Patch 1.17 in Minecraft. It includes new mobs like the Axolotl, the Warden, or goats. The main focus is a major overhaul of the game’s cave systems.
There should be much more to explore underground. The generation of caves will be designed to be more varied. Among other things, this update also includes the new copper metal that you can mine.
What is special about copper? This is not just any new metal that will be added with the “Caves & Cliffs” update. Copper can age. And it does so in a way that you would know from real life.
Gradually, your copper-colored structures will turn green.
Here you can still see the copper remains of the roof while the rest has already turned green
What can you do with copper in Minecraft?
How do you mine copper? As you already know from other metals, you can mine copper with pickaxes. It also appears in veins – that’s a new feature in Minecraft. When mining, you may encounter a block that looks unusual, but is basically just stone. However, if you follow these “unusual” stone blocks, it will lead you to more copper ores. You can then smelt it in your furnaces and turn it into copper ingots.
What can you build with copper? We will still have to learn the full extent of using copper. However, there are already a few things that Mojang introduced.
We know that you can create stairs and slabs from copper. You can also see them in the screenshot as a roof on the house.
A lightning rod made of copper in use in Minecraft
Additionally, you can build the new lightning rods from copper. However, how exactly they work and whether they provide you with energy is still unclear. But this will probably be a toy that many people will try out during thunderstorms.
This is especially helpful if you are building roofs from wool or wood and want to protect them from spontaneous fires.
With the telescopes, you can scout the area for animals and opponents in Minecraft
Copper is also needed to build the new telescopes in Minecraft. However, the exact blueprint for the parts is not known. It is also known that you will need the new crystals introduced in the update.
Tonight, on October 7th, there will be the only raid hour featuring Pokémon GO with Lavados. We provide information on the start time, counters, and usability.
What is a raid hour? This event takes place every Wednesday in Pokémon GO and brings a legendary raid to almost every gym for one hour.
This week is all about Lavados. It is the only raid hour with the legendary Pokémon, as another monster will appear in level 5 raids on Friday.
All information about the raid hour with Lavados
When does the raid hour start? The event runs from 6:00 PM German time until 7:00 PM. Occasionally, latecomers may still log in after 7:00 PM.
What are the best counters? Lavados is of the fire and flying types. It is therefore weak against water, rock, and electric types. You should mainly choose rock-type Pokémon, as it has a double weakness against them.
The best counters are:
Rihornior with Catapult and Rock Throw
Terrakium with Catapult and Rock Slide
Rameidon with Catapult and Rock Slide
Despotar with Catapult and Stone Edge
Brockoloss with Catapult and Rock Slide
Aerodactyl with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
Amoroso with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
Demeteros with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
Geowaz with Rock Throw and Stone Edge
Alolan Geowaz with Rock Throw and Stone Edge
How many trainers are needed for Lavados? The legendary Pokémon can already be defeated by two players – even at level 25. However, we recommend a group size of 4 to 5 players to be faster and complete more raids within the hour.
Are there shiny Lavados? Yes! You can catch the shiny version of Lavados. You can tell the difference quite clearly, as the shiny is darker.
Are Lavados raids worth it? The legendary Pokémon is among the best fire attackers in Pokémon GO. Raids are definitely worthwhile, and if you don’t have good fire attackers yet, this is a good opportunity to strengthen your team.
Otherwise, Lavados is still exciting for shiny hunters. It last appeared in raids over a year ago. So, one should take this chance before it disappears again.
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Geoculus are important items in Genshin Impact, and they are spread all over the map. We will show you a map with all 131 Geoculus hidden in Liyue.
What are Geoculus? These items contain important resources for you. Similar to Anemoculus, you get the opportunity to increase your stamina, which you need for running or climbing your best characters. You can collect the Geoculus and then redeem them at the Statues of The Seven to reach the next level.
The Geoculus also contain other items that are quite useful. So ideally, you should visit all the places where you can find the Geoculus.
Geoculus Locations – All 131 Locations
This is the map: We are embedding a screenshot of an interactive map to Genshin Impact here. It shows you all the locations of the Geoculus:
What you need to know about the Geoculus: These items only occur in the Liyue region. This is the region southwest of Mondstadt.
You will find the Geoculus partly in well-hidden places. So pay attention to your map, as a symbol will appear when you see the Geoculus.
It is worth collecting all 131 Geoculus. This is indeed a big task, but your increasing stamina will thank you for it.
What about other items? Besides the Geoculus, there are also the Anemoculus in Genshin Impact. For that, we have put together a dedicated guide for you:
In Counter-Strike: Global Offensive , 37 coaches have been caught cheating and banned for months. However, some CS:GO teams are circumventing this ban. This has now drawn criticism. This is a joke, says the coach of FaZe.
Bans against the coaches range from a few months to 3 years depending on the severity and number of offenses. During this time, the coaches are prohibited from doing a number of things:
they may not speak with their teams 15 minutes before match start in CS:GO
they may not be physically present at the match and must leave the venue 15 minutes before the start
they cannot be on the gaming server
they cannot be in the match channel on Discord
they cannot participate in the map selection
In principle, banned coaches are not allowed to influence a “live match” just before it starts until its conclusion.
These are similar conditions to those that banned football coaches receive, who are often shown sitting in the stands, watching, and sulking.
This is the coach “dead”, he was one of the first to be banned. Source: Twitter MIBR
“We love him and he is our boy”
So some teams are reacting: When the first bans came in early September 2020, teams quickly distanced themselves from their coaches. However, during the big wave of bans now, some teams have been much more relaxed about it.
The Danish team Heroic continues to employ its banned coach Nicolai “HUNDEN” Petersen. The 29-year-old coach had exploited the bug in 21 rounds and was one of the coaches who was caught in the first wave of bans. He was initially banned for 12 months – this has been reduced to 8 months.
From Heroic, it is said that HUNDEN will remain in the organization, continuing to work as a coach and analyst (via twitter).
The team says:
“HUNDEN is our boy. We love him and he still has so much to give to the sport. Losing him would not help Heroic, him, or the pro scene.”
Heroic
Other teams do the same: they simply rebrand their banned coaches as “analysts”, who do not directly oversee the team during matches, but still do their work beforehand.
Coach Twista of Ence is also moving to an analyst role for 15.75 months. He was also caught cheating (via dotesport).
“They have tarnished our profession”
This is how it is criticized: The coach of FaZe, Janko “YNk” Paunovic, is one of the coaches who did not cheat. He strongly criticizes the behavior of the teams on Twitter.
He says:
“Some of these teams are really a joke: Their coaches are guilty of having exploited a bug multiple times and clearly to gain a competitive advantage, and you just turn them into analysts? Seriously?”
YNk
The FaZe coach says he has nothing against the coaches personally. They are great guys, but they have tarnished the reputation of the entire scene and especially the role of the coach. They should not be allowed to remain part of the teams.
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He is in favor of giving people second chances, but first, they must face the consequences of what they have done.
He asks: What kind of example do you want to set otherwise?
The coaches need to take the time to reflect on what they have done, and only then can they earn a second chance to make amends.
This is YNk. Source: BLAST Pro Series, via dotesports
YNk also addresses a sensitive topic: so far, only coaches have been punished, but not teams. It is said officially that the ethics commission cannot verify if the teams were involved in any cheating.
YNk says: “It is impossible that players did not know what was going on,” when it has happened in so many matches.
This topic is sensitive because the CS:GO scene would likely be shaken if not only 37 coaches were banned, but suddenly 200 of the best players in the world. Because then they could hardly be employed as “analysts” anymore.
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The title image comes from Dreamhack, showing Hunden, the “coach” of Heroic, who is now an analyst.
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