At the last PS5 event, Sony presented a special bonus for PS Plus subscribers with the PS Plus Collection. Now, savvy users have calculated all 18 games together and found that the PS5 is almost full. The entire collection requires over 800 GB of storage space.
What is the PS Plus Collection? Those who buy a PS5 and subscribe to PlayStation Plus will gain access to the PS Plus Collection. This includes 18 top titles that were released during the PS4 era.
PS5 users can access it with their PS Plus subscription – completely free of additional costs.
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PS Plus Collection – How much storage space do you need?
On reddit, a user presented the size of each game and calculated it:
If you add up all 18 games in the PS Plus Collection, you end up with a total of 810.46 GB.
How much storage does the PS5 offer? The PS5 offers you a standard SSD with 825 GB of storage. However, Sony has not yet explained whether that capacity is with or without the PlayStation system. So it could very well be that you have a little less space available for installing games.
So if you want to install the entire PS Plus Collection on the PS5, you will quickly hit the limits of the new console. However, if the SSD is full, there are already a few options:
And another user writes: “Sony: play has no limits. Me: But my hard drive space says otherwise.”
Overview of all games and their sizes: Here you can see all 18 games with their sizes at a glance. These are the sizes of the games on the PS4:
God Of War – 45 GB
Monster Hunter: World – 49 GB
Final Fantasy XV – 100 GB
Fallout 4 – 26.2 GB
Mortal Kombat X – 33.5 GB
Uncharted 4 – 63 GB
Ratchet and Clank – 26.4 GB
Days Gone – 38 GB
Until Dawn – 46 GB
Detroit: Become Human – 41.4 GB
Battlefield 1 – 110 GB
Infamous Second Son – 24 GB
Batman: Arkham Knight – 58 GB
The Last Guardian – 15 GB
The Last Of Us Remastered – 47 GB
Persona 5 – 19.51 GB
Resident Evil 7 – 20.7 GB
Bloodborne – 32.75 GB
What other games are available for the PS5? If you have already played all the PS4 gems, you can look forward to many games that will be released for the PS5, although some players fear that the Microsoft-Bethesda deal could negatively impact PlayStation.
Apart from the major PS4 hits that you can play on the PS5 with PS Plus, there are also a lot of new game announcements. Sony has already explained why you can play certain titles exclusively on the PS5. This is mainly due to the new technology that the PS5 and the DualSense controller provide.
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In Call of Duty: Warzone you can grab a gift again, unlocked thanks to the new Cold War. Streamers solved an Easter egg and now there’s a skin for all players.
What is free? You can obtain a vehicle skin called “Mako”. It has a zebra look and also features some cool stickers on the body.
You can get it when you visit the website “PawnTakesPawn.com”. There, Treyarch had already unlocked a truck skin at the beginning of September. That also involved a big puzzle/easter egg that the community was able to solve.
Now there have been new hints, and diligent players have already deciphered them. We will show you how to obtain the Mako skin.
Cold War gifts you the Mako skin – Here’s what you have to do
How do you get the skin? You need to create accounts on two websites:
Several fields will appear that you need to fill out. Proceed as follows: Top Left: checkpoint Middle Left: cooldown Bottom Left: cloudbounce Top Right: loadout Middle Right: sidequest Bottom Right: killscreen
Confirm these codes, and if everything is correct, you will see the achievement notification “knighttours” – click on it, and you will go to the next page
Here you will see the key. You need to copy it and click on the link below – you will land on the CoD website
Enter the key there and confirm it – the Mako skin is yours
What is behind this action? This is meant to promote the new CoD Cold War. The website PawnTakesPawn was already the solution for the first trailer for Cold War a few weeks ago.
Once again, players were sent on a puzzle hunt. They had to examine old documents and solve numerous other puzzles to get to these code words.
If you want to see more of the puzzle hunt, check out this video. All steps are explained there:
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How long will this skin be available? There is currently no precise information on this. So you shouldn’t delay too long and quickly secure the skin. It could be that the codes are no longer valid in a few days.
What’s new in Cold War? Last weekend, some players were able to test the new Cold War in an alpha. There were mixed reactions.
With Season 6 of Call of Duty: Warzone, the coolest map change so far comes into play: a complete subway system with 7 stops. MeinMMO shows you the details.
Subway in Warzone?The first data leaks regarding a possible subway system in Call of Duty: Warzone date back to June and have since become more concrete. During a CoD video celebrating the “Call of Duty League” Champions Weekend, there were first official hints about the new subway stations:
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Here, attentive viewers discover the entrance to a metro station, which does not exist in Warzone. Since then, many have been sure that something is coming.
And now the official presentation of the new subway system has actually taken place. Initially only seen in the Season 6 trailer, the “Call of Duty” blog has now published a post with lots of information about the new means of transportation in the battle royale, which we would like to present to you in detail.
The Warzone subway stops at 7 stations in Verdansk
Where does the metro go? A total of 7 stations are spread across Verdansk, each offering you 2 directions. The subway travels clockwise and counterclockwise between the stations, and there will be at least 2 trains, possibly more.
At the start of a match, you are likely able to enter all stations, but as the gas circle progresses, some access points will no longer be opened. Here is the schedule:
Warzone metro stations with directions
Verdansk Center (At the Stadium)
Blue station to Downtown & Lozoff Pass
Lozoff Pass (Houses a bit north of the TV station)
Red station to the stadium & airport
Verdansk Int. Airport
Yellow station to Lozoff Pass & Torsk Bloc
Torsc Bloc (Residential area south of Superstore)
Orange line goes to the airport & train station
Verdansk Train Station
Blue station to Torsc Bloc & Shopping District
Barakett Shopping District (near the southern canal bridge)
Green station to Train Station & Downtown
Downtown / Tavorsk District (east of the Parliament)
Purple station to Shopping District & Stadium
Please board. Please step back.
How can I use it? The blog post explains that you can enter the small stations and then must decide on a direction. Posters hanging on the walls indicate which direction each side goes. Trains are not always available and stop at their respective stations on their way around the map. Once the train is ready, you can enter and get ready for the next station.
If fighting occurs on the tracks or inside the train, the train will stop. You must defeat or chase away your enemies before the metro continues.
Inside the subway, you are at the safest point in all of Verdansk for a moment. No other teams can reach you, and you have time to reload or swap items. During the journey, you can move and are not stuck on a loading screen or anything like that.
This is what the station connections look like on the map.
Combat around the stations promises action
What else is important to know? The stations offer not only a cool ride, but also loot. Underground, you will find crates and ground loot, providing a new opportunity for upgrading.
Each station has an additional small access point, which allows you to enter the metro via a ladder. This entrance/exit is a bit away from the stations.
The stations provide new combat areas where intense close-quarters combat can occur. Get ready for fights for tight spaces, such as with the R9-0 shotgun with dragon’s breath rounds.
Once a stop is engulfed by the gas, you will no longer be able to travel there. If you are on the way to a station in the gas, the train will continue to the next safe stop.
Prepare for some intense battles in the small stations.
Why is this so cool? The metro brings a whole new mechanic to Warzone, allowing you to try out new tactics and quickly move from one place to another. You could not get across the map this fast before.
Fights in the new subway system could also get exciting. Every time you enter a station or just reach a new station with the train, there can be close-quarters fights. Usually, the combat distances in Warzone are much greater, and the metro could lead to more firefights in tight spaces.
What else does Season 6 offer? The new Season 6 will kick off next week (September 29) and brings new content for both shooters Modern Warfare & Warzone. There will be new operators, a fresh battle pass, and content for the regular multiplayer mode.
Amazon has announced its own streaming service Luna. It is similar to offerings like Google Stadia and Xbox Cloud Gaming and is expected to provide a large selection of games. How good is the service and what makes it different?
What is Luna? With Luna, you should be able to stream games on various devices. The entire library is cloud-based. You do not have to download and install the games, but can play them directly online, as with Google Stadia. A connection of 10 Mb/s is required, and 35 Mb/s for 4K.
Luna is currently in the early access phase in the USA. However, it is not yet known when exactly this will start. The service is expected to cost $5.99 per month, at least as an introductory price. How expensive Luna will be in the end is not yet definitively known.
In return, you will be offered over 100 games that you can use through Fire TV, PC, Mac, and via a web service for iPhone and iPad. At launch, the service is expected to provide a display of 1080p and 60 FPS; however, 4K is expected to follow. Additionally, Amazon offers its own controller, which works via WiFi, similar to Stadia.
But what makes Luna different and why could Amazon’s service be more successful than Google Stadia?
Luna works on various devices and comes with its own controller
Stadia has problems that Amazon wants to circumvent directly
What went wrong with Stadia? Basically, Stadia and Luna are similar, as both offer game streaming in a monthly subscription.
However, Stadia encountered several problems:
At the launch of the service, all users had to buy a starter package and subscribe. The free offer came later. This was a significant entry barrier that was later eased by abolishing the starter package and introducing free trial months.
Those who subscribe to Stadia pay primarily for the streaming service. Destiny 2 was available for free at launch, but other major titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 or Assassin’s Creed Odyssey had to be purchased separately.
There were technical problems, especially with input lag.
Google appeared very confident and aimed for 1 billion users as a goal. However, the platform could not provide that at launch.
What does Amazon do differently? Amazon does not offer a starter package with Luna and allows you to access all games in its offering with the subscription. So you do not have to buy any of them separately.
Luna is more reminiscent of Microsoft xCloud, where you need the Game Pass Ultimate, but also have simultaneous access to the entire game library.
The basic subscription is $4 cheaper than Stadia, and Luna can be played on two devices in a household simultaneously. If you do not just want to play, you can also watch Twitch streams with Luna and, if desired, start the game directly if it is in the offering.
These games are expected to be included at the start in Luna.
What games does Luna offer? Luna is expected to offer over 100 games at launch, including:
Resident Evil 7
Control
GRID
Metro Exodus
A Plague Tale: Innocence
The Surge 2
Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons
However, with this lineup, it can hardly compete against Microsoft’s Game Pass. That is why Amazon is collaborating with major publishers and offering their games in an additional subscription. In the future, a Ubisoft package is expected to be available for the basic subscription, which should include games like
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
Far Cry 6
Immortals Fenyx Rising
It is not yet known when the package will be available and how much it will cost. The system is fundamentally interesting because it allows you to target specific developers or publishers that interest you.
When will Luna start in our region? There is currently no information on this. The early access is currently only related to “Mainland US”; even Hawaii and Alaska do not have access to the service at the moment.
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Destiny 2 is tinkering with performance in the upcoming DLC Beyond Light and upgrading its old technology. What do you get from it and why was it desperately needed?
Slowly but surely, more changes are surfacing for the major expansion Beyond Light, which is set to release on November 10. We already know the new DLC location Europa and the brand new Stasis element.
Bungie is also investing heavily in optimized and improved technology with Beyond Light.
In the TWaB from September 24 (via Bungie), it discusses complex server scripts or backend changes that very few people understand. MeinMMO has summarized the most important impacts for you and tells you what Destiny 3 has to do with it.
What do the technical improvements mean for me?
Many of the changes on the “technology behind the game” front happen under the hood. They lead to a smoother Destiny experience or a better programming environment for Bungie itself – at least that’s what Engineering Director David Aldridge says.
But some things also have a direct impact on the players.
You will benefit from:
Destiny 2 shrinks: The game will be 30-40% smaller on your hard drive. Depending on the platform, you will then need between 59 and 71 GB – currently, Destiny 2 consumes 101.5 GB on PS4.
Bungie can release patches and fixes faster, thus responding to urgent issues.
They are switching to a new hosting system that recognizes more data and will offer more room in the future.
You should be able to form fireteams faster – for example, you should be able to form a team in the Tower without everyone having to load into the Tower for a long time.
Some locations will receive improved lighting – the EDZ and Nessus will get this visual upgrade.
Even old locations shine in the “Beyond Light glow”
As no Destiny 3 is coming, Bungie is tinkering with the technology
That’s why the changes are urgently needed: Bungie estimated at the release of Destiny 2 in 2017 that the life cycle of the game would be significantly shorter. Now we know that no Destiny 3 is on the horizon.
Instead, we already know the plans for Destiny 2 until 2022. To improve the game and especially the creation of new content, now is the time for technical optimizations.
The Destiny engine is notorious for being painfully slow and inflexible. Bungie confirms in the TWaB the rumor that it sometimes takes them 24 hours to load the game. Through optimization and separation of “dead content,” they were able to reduce the working time to under 12 hours.
There will be no true dedicated servers in Beyond Light either
This means for you that Bungie can work on content faster. They themselves say that they have been poorly able to respond to the live game so far and expect 1-2 weeks more flexibility per season with the new technology.
This also indirectly confirms what an insider said about the real reason behind the sometimes criticized Content Vault:
This is why a large download is coming: When Beyond Light becomes available, all players on all platforms will need to completely redownload and reinstall Destiny 2. Only this way can the technical improvements be implemented.
To mitigate the accompanying wait times, there will be a pre-load on November 9. This way, Guardians with slower internet connections should be able to start on time.
In FIFA 21, you can not only take over real professional football players but also celebrities from other fields. The Volta mode provides the place for it.
These stars are in Volta: As EA Sports announced, you can challenge the squads of the so-called “Groundbreakers” in FIFA 21’s Volta mode. If successful, you can win them for your team.
Among the Groundbreakers are, for example, Cover Star Mbappé, the new icon Eric Cantona, or talents like Joao Felix. But two names stand out from the first list: Anthony Joshua and Diplo.
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Who are Anthony Joshua and Diplo? Anthony Joshua is a very successful British boxer. He won the Olympic gold medal and is a multiple heavyweight world champion.
The boxer is now in Volta
Diplo, on the other hand, is a musician, DJ, and producer from the USA. He is known as a football fan and has shares in the American club Phoenix Rising.
Diplo also wants to prove his skills
In street football mode, you can now win them for your team. Volta was already a somewhat “freer” mode before, where, for example, men and women can play in the same team, which is otherwise not possible in any other mode. But having stars from other fields playable – that’s new. This is something you typically know from games like Fortnite, where there have been events like concerts or crossovers with movie franchises.
In a tweet, EA Sports mentions the “first wave of Groundbreakers”, suggesting that more will be added in the future.
Who knows who else will step onto the pitch to prove their football skills.
List of all Groundbreakers:
Kylian Mbappé
Kaká
Anthony Joshua
Trent Alexander-Arnold
Thierry Henry
Diplo
Joao Felix
Eric Cantona
What else is in Volta?
This is what’s in Volta this year: Besides the Groundbreakers, there are several new features in Volta. This includes, for example, the ability to play Volta together – a feature that many players wished for.
There are also more cosmetics such as clothing for your players and a total of six new stadiums where you can show off your tricks.
Volta takes you around the world
In the new Featured Battles, you can play against AI – including against star teams, but also teams from the community. This seems to work similarly to the Squad Battles from Ultimate Team. Additionally, there is the two-hour story introduction to the mode called “The Debut”.
The streaming service Twitch has banned the German streamer Marcel “MontanaBlack” Eris for 33 days. He saw the ban coming. He says: he behaved stupidly and questionably. He now respects the ban. He is glad that it is not a permanent ban.
This is why MontanaBlack is banned: The streamer took a vacation in Malta, but wanted to entertain his fans from the island and streamed.
However, in the streams, he behaved in a way that users online and Twitch found inappropriate:
He yelled at a woman who was having photos taken of herself: “Come down – Ficki-Ficki”
He walked through the streets with his friends, followed women, commented on their appearance, and made grunting and groaning noises.
According to his own statements, MontanaBlack wanted to show the viewers how attractive people are in Malta and exaggerated it. He admitted that his behavior might seem “a bit confusing” to people who don’t know him.
MontanaBlack does not share the exact reason for his ban. It is possible that he violated two rules (via twitch.tv):
Twitch prohibits “harassment” of any kind. No one should be “demeaned or objectified” – his behavior towards women could be interpreted by Twitch as such.
In addition, “sexual content” is prohibited on Twitch; even “sexually suggestive content” is already banned. In combination, it might simply have been too much.
Ultimately, Twitch reserves the right to ban anyone they want. Those who know Twitch know that they react sensitively to public outrage. In recent days, some users demanded the ban of MontanaBlack: A punishment was at stake. MontanaBlack himself anticipated a ban.
MontanaBlack is just glad that it is not a permanent ban
This is how he now reacts to the ban: Already after the public outrage in the last days, MontanaBlack seemed to realize that a ban from Twitch would come.
Therefore, he reacts calmly now: He says himself that his behavior was “stupid and questionable.” He respects and accepts the ban now.
When fans asked, it must be upsetting him, he says (via twitter):
“What should I do? Cry about how unfair it all is, which it isn’t. I tell you honestly: I expected a permanent ban. Sure, 33 days of no streaming sucks, but what matters is that I can stream again soon.”
These are the reactions to the ban: The fans are not taking it so lightly at all. Apparently, the streamer “Hand of Blood” has been identified as the cause of the ban, who had shared a clip of MontanaBlack.
A user now writes to him: “You miserable, dirty son of a whore. Hopefully, you will be permanently banned someday” (via twitter).
Moreover, there seems to be a lot of anger and misunderstanding among MontanaBlack’s fans. This seems to be uncomfortable for him: He demands that people should stop insulting each other.
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Maybe it comforts MontanaBlack that the big US streamer Tfue writes to him (via twitter): “I love you, come back stronger.”
Tfue has also been banned from Twitch several times.
US streamer Tfue sends love.
The German streamer OddNina, who has critically commented on MontanaBlack’s behavior, sees the temporary ban as too lenient a punishment. She believes that a “little time for reflection” would not be enough for him to return as a better person. She states that it takes hard work on one’s psyche to become a better person and that one must work through their traumas.
One might doubt that MontanaBlack is spending his 33 days of “vacation” that way.
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When will MontanaBlack return? MontanaBlack is banned until the end of October 2020. The ban ends around October 28. Then he is allowed to stream on Twitch again.
The ban of MontanaBlack was a predicted ban. We reported on MeinMMO yesterday about how the atmosphere was after the streams on the weekend. Some demanded from Twitch that they should take action. Such behavior cannot take place on Twitch.
The videos in question and the reactions can be found in our article:
Pokémon GO will soon bring Mega-Houndoom to raids! We will show you how strong the monster is and why trainers are not really excited about it.
When will Mega-Houndoom be released? The Pokémon will appear in Mega Raids starting September 29 at 10:00 PM. It will be the 6th Mega Pokémon that can be found in these raids.
Mega-Houndoom was unlocked because during the previous Mega Event, over 275 million Mega Evolutions battled in raids.
Mega-Houndoom in Pokémon GO – How strong will it be?
Here are the stats: First, let’s look at the stats of Mega-Houndoom, so you can get a rough idea of its strength:
Attack: 289
Defense: 194
HP: 181
So how strong will Mega-Houndoom be? Among Fire attackers, there is a better alternative: Mega Charizard. Otherwise, Mega-Houndoom currently dominates Fire attackers and is a solid addition to your team.
However, Mega-Houndoom is even more interesting among Dark attackers. It is, by far, the best attacker of this type. If Mewtwo or other Psychic Pokémon come back to raids soon, you can dominate with Mega-Houndoom.
Currently, Mega-Houndoom is the best counter against Mewtwo.
Is Mega-Houndoom worth it? You have to consider both sides here. Mega-Houndoom is quite strong, but is only available with a lot of effort and typically for just 4 hours.
So if the right raid boss is available and you want to do some raids anyway, you can effectively use Mega-Houndoom there. For just one raid per day, you do not necessarily need a Mega-Houndoom. But for a proper raid hour, it would be a good choice.
Gardwan writes on Reddit: “Alternatively, you can just use Zapdos/Heatran/Entei or another Fire Pokémon without worrying that it will disappear in a few hours.”
Some trainers, however, see other problems as well. ZekromFPS states: “So we currently have 6 Mega raid bosses at the same time. It’s just wrong.”
What do you think about the release of Mega-Houndoom? Will you do some raids with it?
The genre of MMORPGs has been around for a few years. Therefore, today we would like to introduce you to three online role-playing games from the early 2000s that aren’t exactly fresh anymore but are still very enjoyable to play today.
What were MMORPGs like in the past? The genre, as we know it, really traces back to the 1980s/1990s. We previously took a closer look at the history of MMOs. The first game to establish the term MMORPG was Ultima Online, which was released in 1997. Thus, we are looking at games that are at least seven to eight years old but are still a lot of fun today.
It is important that the games are enjoyable, fun, and still have a large community today, so that the MMO aspect continues to exist. Although graphics also play a role, it is not the most decisive criterion.
EVE Online
Release: May 6, 2003 | Platform: PC | Payment Model: Free2Play with optional subscription | Website:EVE Online website
What is EVE Online? The space MMO places you in a huge sandbox. There are hardly any guidelines or restrictions from the developers. You are introduced to the world in a tutorial and then set out on your own path.
You can explore the galaxy, be a pirate, trade, or run your own business, which you can even expand into an empire. PvP plays a significant role. There are often massive battles between alliances and wars that are, for example, based on revenge. EVE Online is like a second home for everyone who loves science fiction and wants to step beyond just being the hero that saves the worlds in an MMORPG.
How long has the MMO been running?EVE Online launched on May 6, 2003, and has now been around for almost 17 years. Nevertheless, updates and larger expansions are still being released. You can even play the MMO for free, although the Free2Play version has some restrictions. You experience the full player experience with the subscription.
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How does EVE Online play today? EVE is certainly not an MMO for everyone, but the allure of the game is still as strong as at launch. This is because EVE Online occupies a special place in the genre. Hardly any other online role-playing game offers as many possibilities and freedoms. Whether you want to fight or run a business, EVE Online has something for every playstyle.
Of course, some time is needed to get into it, but that was already the case at launch. In EVE Online, you have the feeling that it really hardly ages. Yes, the game lacks modern features that would appeal to casual gamers, but this MMO is not intended for those players. EVE Online plays today fundamentally the same as it did 17 years ago and is still just as enjoyable. Visually, the game is still decent.
You can also see this in the player numbers. Over Steam, these are according to Steamcharts at over 4,800 players active simultaneously. The peak was at 8,782 players. And that’s only those playing through Steam. EVE Online also has its own client. So you will find plenty of players.
Who is the game suitable for today? EVE Online is still aimed at those who expect a bit more from an MMO. It’s not about completing quests here. You determine what role you play in the galaxy and build a virtual second life where you have to invest quite a bit of time. Those willing to do so can still have a lot of fun with EVE Online despite its age.
Release: January 4, 2001 | Platform: PC | Payment Model: Free2Play with optional subscription | Website:Runescape website
What is Runescape? It is one of the oldest MMORPGs. The game relies on a timeless concept. You explore a vast fantasy world where many adventures await you. You experience these either through quests or by exploring dungeons and searching for treasures. You are never venturing alone but are always interacting with other players.
Throughout the adventures, you improve your hero, who becomes stronger through skills and gains increasingly powerful equipment. Crafting also plays a role. Experiencing adventures and team play are at the forefront of Runescape.
How long has the MMO been running? Runescape launched on January 4, 2001. It quickly became a great success. Runescape was even recorded five times in the Guinness Book of Records, among other things, as the most popular Free2Play MMO and the MMO with the most update content.
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How does Runescape play today? Runescape has fundamentally distilled the MMORPG gameplay to its basics. There is no grand story being told, the focus is not on specific solo content or other modern features that tend to dilute the genre. In Runescape, it’s about experiencing adventures with friends, exploring a world, and improving your character.
This is just as much fun today as it was 19 years ago. The MMORPG has received graphical updates over the years; the modern version Runescape 3, while not visually what one would expect from a game in 2020, still makes a good impression thanks to the updates and its somewhat comic-like graphics style. There are countless content items and plenty of players.
Who is the game suitable for today? If you want to experience a classic MMORPG with plenty of content and many players and don’t necessarily need high-end graphics, then Runescape is just right for you. It still revolves around the classic values of the genre such as team play and exploring a world according to your preferences. You will always find players for a group.
Release: November 23, 2004 Platform: PC Payment Model: Buy2Play with subscription Website:World of Warcraft website
What is World of Warcraft? WoW is regarded as the king of the genre. Yes, the game is essentially already considered “old iron, ” having almost 16 years behind it. Sometimes one might forget this because the game is still so present and feels quite current.
In the fantasy world of Azeroth, you can expect many adventures. WoW focuses on story and quests that you experience either in a group or sometimes alone. Azeroth has a lot to offer, from dark dungeons to snowy ice landscapes to deep jungles where many monsters and boss enemies await you. The search for loot is also an important element of the game, just like improving your hero.
How long has the MMO been running? World of Warcraft launched on November 23, 2004 (in Europe on February 11, 2005). Since then, seven expansions have been released, with Shadowlands set to launch on October 27, 2020. The MMORPG has opened the genre to a broad audience and remains immensely popular today – not least because of WoW Classic.
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How does WoW play today? World of Warcraft has essentially lost none of its charm. Players still complete the content, explore the world, form guilds, engage in PvP, and enjoy the lore and atmosphere of Azeroth.
Blizzard has created a game that can almost be described as timeless. Whether you have little time or take a few hours for a raid, you can always have fun. The search for better equipment, the comparison with other players, and the story are simply motivating.
Additionally, Blizzard managed to create a style with the initially ridiculed comic graphics that has not become outdated even after 15 years. As for player numbers, Blizzard remains tight-lipped, but if there are queues in WoW, they can’t be that bad.
Who is the game suitable for today? WoW is actually the MMORPG. Anyone who is enthusiastic about the genre will find in World of Warcraft everything they desire. The game is not only aimed at genre enthusiasts but is open to anyone who enjoys playing online with others. Here, nearly everyone will find a new home.
Update, September 25, 09:00 AM: EA Sports has now also confirmed September 30 via Twitter as the launch date for the web app. Meanwhile, the FIFA 20 version will be shut down on Friday evening in preparation for FIFA 21.
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When does the FIFA 21 web app launch? Currently, players are receiving messages introducing bonuses for returning players. These messages state, among other things: “Secure your rewards on the FIFA web app starting September 30 and begin building your FUT 21 club.”
That would confirm the launch date of the web app for September 30. This is one day before the early access of FIFA 21 and a full 9 days before the official release of FIFA 21.
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The messages are shared by fans via Reddit or Twitter. However, some players also emphasize that they have not yet received these. We have also not seen such a message in FIFA 20 or the current web app yet. However, it has happened in the past that these in-game messages are released in waves.
What is the FIFA 21 web app even good for?
This is why you need the app: On one hand, you can use the web app to claim the bonuses mentioned above for FUT. This will likely consist of a small selection of packs.
Otherwise, you can manage your Ultimate Team in the web app (and also in the companion app on mobile) at any time. Among other things, you can:
Once the web app launches, you can use these features. However, in the past, servers have often struggled under the load of the launch, and at least the release day did not go smoothly. It remains to be seen how it will be this year.
A warrior in World of Warcraft has free choice of weapons. He has collected all one-handed swords that exist in Azeroth – that’s over 500.
In World of Warcraft, there are many impressive achievements that players can reach. But DesMephisto regularly reaches new heights here. Now he has collected all one-handed weapons and thus created one of the prettiest transmog collections ever.
Who is that? The name DesMephisto may be familiar to some WoW players. He is also known as the “warrior fanatic” because he has leveled a warrior for every single race in World of Warcraft – both male and female. He was also in the headlines a few weeks ago when he collected all plate armor transmogs. An impressive achievement that is hard to replicate.
What has DesMephisto done now? After a long time of farming, DesMephisto has finally managed to complete his collection of one-handed swords. He now owns all 530 models of one-handed swords that exist in World of Warcraft. With Shadowlands, the number of swords will rise again – but until then, he is “finished” with this category for now.
Great joy over the last sword: The last sword took quite a while to obtain. It was the Scirocco’s curved saber – a weapon that can only be earned through archaeology in Uldum. How great the joy over the last find is, you can see in this short clip:
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The search, by the way, did not go quite so euphorically. Although DesMephisto should actually be happy about an additional mount, his reaction was quite different when he dug up the scepter of Azj’Aqir – also a very rare drop, but not the desired sword:
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It has begun: It appears that today, on September 25th, the 2nd pre-order wave for the new PlayStation 5 console announced by Sony is starting. Some retailers are reportedly accepting PS5 pre-orders again. But which ones? And when does it start?
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Update 10:45 AM: Pre-orders seem to still work sporadically at MediaMarkt or Saturn. Just try again, maybe you will have some luck. We keep our fingers crossed for everyone.
Update 10:42: There are again increased technical issues at Otto. The console is available for pre-orders again, but there are problems with adding to the cart.
Update 10:39 AM: It’s working again at Otto!
Update 10:25 AM: If anyone managed to pre-order a PS5 today, especially in the last minutes, don’t celebrate too early. Many report that despite successful orders, they have not yet received an order confirmation email.
This may be due to the retailers’ systems being overloaded, but it could also mean that in the end no order was completed. After the first wave, numerous pre-orders were subsequently canceled due to technical errors.
Update 10:20 AM: The PS5 has already been sold out at Otto and Saturn, now it seems that MediaMarkt and Saturn are also out of stock. You can still add the console to the cart but checking out doesn’t work anymore. The corresponding button now appears grayed out.
It looks like the quota for the 2nd wave has been used up and the PS5 is sold out again.
Update 10:12 AM: Pre-orders can still be made at Saturn – just keep trying!
Update 10:05 AM: It seems to be working again at Saturn intermittently, but there is usually an error with the cart that ends up being empty.
Update 10:00 AM: Now there are also technical issues at MediaMarkt and Saturn. As feared, the 2nd pre-order wave is going just as chaotic as the first!
Update 9:50 AM: The Otto site is now also unreachable. However, it seems to be working at MediaMarkt and Saturn.
Update 9:40 AM: The second wave at Amazon is over as quickly as it started. Recently, pre-orders were possible on the platform, now the PS5 is listed as sold out – within seconds! There were also technical issues. Reports say that it was not possible to even add the PS5 to the cart or complete the purchase through the cart.
In short: The PS5 pre-orders ended in chaos and numerous interested parties went empty-handed. Sony later apologized for the chaos and promised a restock. And it appears that this restock is happening today – at least at some retailers. So you can try to pre-order a PS5 again if you haven’t had luck before.
Where can you pre-order the PS5 today?
These retailers are offering pre-orders again: So far, MediaMarkt and Otto have announced on their Twitter channels that they are accepting pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 again today.
There was also an update on the MediaMarkt shop page. Both the digital and the disc version of the PS5 were initially marked with “Available Soon”. Now it says “Online Available Soon.” So it seems that you are not limited to an in-store pickup (which some may have feared).
On Otto’s page, nothing has changed so far for both PS5 versions. However, the tweet was also very clear here.
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Reports indicate that some Amazon customers have also received emails stating that there will be stock available there today as well – but despite activated notifications, not everyone has received them.
It appears that it will also work at Saturn.
Here are the links you should check regularly today:
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When exactly can you pre-order the PS5 again today?
What we know officially: In the official statements, it says in the morning of September 25th. At Otto, the time frame is also narrowed down to between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM German time.
What to watch out for: You will likely be able to pre-order a PS5 starting at 10:00 AM. But just to be safe, we recommend checking the relevant online shops earlier regularly.
Because it is not unlikely that things could get chaotic during the 2nd wave again and pre-orders may go online earlier. Additionally, the number of pre-orders is likely to be limited again, only available “while supplies last.” You should generally hurry and keep a keen eye on the relevant pages if you really want to secure a PS5 today.
We will quickly inform you here on MeinMMO as soon as the new pre-order wave has started. If you have received emails or other notifications from other shops and retailers that will also resume pre-orders today, please let us know and others in the comments.
The Xbox Series X comes with 1 TB of storage, while the Series S only has 500 GB. That’s little, especially if you love playing MMOs like MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch. He likes to keep multiple online games on his hard drive and has therefore taken a closer look at the storage medium of the new console.
What kind of storage is this? The Seagate Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X/S costs €240 (about €188 at the exchange rate on September 24) and adds 1 TB. At first glance, that’s not much storage for a relatively high sum, but Microsoft justifies the price by saying that it uses the same technology found in the console’s internal hard drive:
Thanks to the special Xbox Velocity Architecture, the external storage is also supposed to include an NVME SSD with a transfer rate of 2.4 GB/s. This transfers data 40x faster than the Xbox One.
On the card, you should be able to store all games and start them directly from there, as if it were installed like the internal hard drive of the console itself.
This external card connects to a slot on the back where there is a particularly fast PCI Express 4.0 interface.
Can you already buy the card? Yes, you can already pre-order the card through Microsoft and various retailers. You can find out more about it here.
The new memory card can be easily inserted into the Xbox Series X and works just like the internal hard drive.
Memory card is worth it, especially for users with many games
Is additional storage even needed? Those who use several games at the same time will quickly fill up their internal storage of 1 TB:
With increasingly better technology, prettier graphics, and many expansions in “Games as a Service” titles, it’s no wonder that storage is becoming increasingly scarce.
I myself tend to be a gaming hoarder and like to keep games on my hard drive for as long as possible – after all, the urge to play an old title can always strike. This has led to my PC currently being almost filled with 8 TB.
Since I’m eyeing my first Xbox console this year, storage space is an important topic for me.
How do you expand the storage of the Xbox Series X? If your internal hard drive is full, you have two options:
You buy the new memory card for €240
You connect another external storage medium. This works seamlessly; the only requirement is USB 3.1
If you already use an external medium for the Xbox One, you can easily use it with the Series X and even start the old games directly from there.
Why is the new memory card worth it? However, anyone considering a new storage medium should opt for the new card. It not only has a significantly higher write speed, making saving and moving files faster, but it will also be important later when there are many next-gen games.
Because while next-gen games can be stored on normal external storage devices, they cannot be started directly from there. This was revealed by Microsoft in a blog post. So those who use many next-gen games in the future will benefit even more from the memory card.
Is the card really too expensive? The great advantage of the external memory card is the write speed of 2.4 GB/s. If you’re looking for something comparable for a PC, you’ll end up spending around 300 to 400 euros. So significantly more than for the memory card for the Xbox Series X.
According to many experts, the SSDs specially designed for the new consoles are a game changer and an important component of next-gen hardware: The era of long loading times and graphics popping in afterwards is supposed to be over. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney says that the technology of the PS5 SSD is even superior to that of PCs. This progress comes at a hefty price that one must first swallow.
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The drastically reduced loading times compared to the last generation are a major plus
The Game Pass is one of the reasons I’m interested in the new Xbox. I already use it in the Ultimate version for PC, and it integrates wonderfully with a console. But even here, the large selection of games will lead to more downloads.
The shooter professional Michael “shroud” Grzesiek has taken a look at the new Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. According to his initial assessment, the upcoming CoD looks significantly simpler again. But that’s a good thing because it means more fun and action.
This is what shroud says: In one of his recent streams, shroud talked about the recently held Alpha of Cold War on PS4. While he couldn’t play himself, he watched some gameplay and commented on it.
He is extremely satisfied with what he has seen:
Cold War looks good. Simple. Definitely better than Modern Warfare, in my opinion. Just because there is less nonsense and more “arcadey” fun. The colors are stylish and vibrant, no one disappears [into the environment], no dark corners from what I’ve seen.
He emphasizes that he particularly liked the gunplay of the sniper rifles, the reloading, and the sliding: “Holy shit, you can slide! He slid sideways, that’s cool. He slides in one direction and looks in another.”
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However, for them, this was rather a step backwards. The gameplay is super, but the graphics and sounds are not as appealing. Especially the “skill-based matchmaking” bothers many of the players.
When can I test it myself? After the Alpha, the Cold War beta starts in October. It is divided into several phases:
October 15: Early access for PC & Xbox One and open beta for PS4
October 17: Open beta for all platforms
October 19: End of the beta
November 13: Release of Cold War
In the beta, you will be able to test many of the game’s contents yourself, especially the popular multiplayer. In our article, you’ll find out how to participate in the Cold War beta.
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In the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO), the final DLC for 2020 is coming soon. It will be called Markarth and will bring the namesake city and the area of the Reach to ESO. MyMMO author Larissa Then shows you the new map and explains why she gets Lord of the Rings flashbacks there.
When is Markarth coming?The new DLC Markarth will be released on November 2, 2020, for PC, Mac, and Stadia. Console players will have to wait until November 10 for Xbox One and PS4.
Which map is it about? With the DLC comes the area “The Reach” and the associated city “Markarth” to ESO. They are part of the current chapter around Skyrim and are already known from the original game.
Real Skyrim fans will probably want to lynch me now, but at first glance on the test server, I didn’t think of The Elder Scrolls. The feeling of the landscape and the fortress in the mountain immediately reminded me of The Lord of the Rings.
“The Reach” and “Markarth” as a new map
This is what “The Reach” looks like: The new map of the DLC includes the area “The Reach” and the associated city “Markarth.” The Reach is located in the far west of Skyrim. Its image is shaped by deep valleys, high mountains, and many ruins.
Upon entering through the first shrine in the center of the Reach, I was overwhelmed by the raw beauty of the area. I felt among the high mountains like a companion of the little hobbits, who embark on their long journey in “The Fellowship” and felt a bit scared at the first vault that I might encounter a giant spider.
“The Reach” is a paradise for fans of mountainous landscapes.
When you now open the map, you are somewhat brought back to reality. For all collectors, there is a new map progress waiting in the Reach. You can explore the landscape over hills and valleys and discover quests, vantage points, sky shards, vaults, and much more.
Here you see everything needed for map progress
In the far west of the Reach, you will find the city of Markarth. By now, some may have thought, “Larissa is just a fan who sees The Lord of the Rings in every fantasy landscape.” However, my biggest flashback came as I rode towards the city.
This is the city of Markarth: Markarth is basically a huge fortress in the mountain, whose dimensions are not immediately recognizable at first glance.
The city was built by the Dwemer, as the mountains were rich in ore deposits. Additionally, the abundant water there is ideal for drinking water or cooling for smithies and smelting furnaces.
Even though the architecture of the Dwemer is completely different, I immediately thought of Helm’s Deep. That is the fortress in the mountain that serves as the scene of the battle in the second part of The Lord of the Rings.
Markarth (left) reminds me of Helm’s Deep (right)
The feeling intensifies as I move through the city. At the entrance, you only get to see the outer districts of Markarth.
If you wind your way through the columns and rocks, you will reach other places, such as the Mages Guild or the bank. This also includes the fortress, which extends far into the mountain.
Markarth offers you everything your heart desires.
This path felt to me as if I were moving through the narrow streets and vaults of Helm’s Deep, ultimately arriving at the protective chamber at the back.
The walk through Markarth
This is the new house in Markarth: If you want a better view of Markarth, you can do so from the new house “Stone Eagle Aerie.” You can purchase it on the public test server for 1 crown or with furniture for 2 crowns. Alternatively, you can simply visit the house.
Up there on the battlements, I get the feeling of having found the perfect point to shoot at attacking orcs with other elves.
Parapets at a high point – perfect for defending against orcs.
As some may ride through the Reach or Markarth with a nostalgic feeling of Skyrim, I will always be accompanied by The Lord of the Rings there.
Chad “SPUNJ” Burchill is a well-known caster of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and has expressed his grievances about professional players of the shooter during a livestream. He expects them to do their homework outside of tournaments as well. This includes contributing to the team, brand maintenance, interviews, and social media.
What is the problem? During the Corona times, there were significantly fewer tournaments in CS:GO. Teams and players had to adapt to this. In a podcast on HLTVorg, the caster SPUNJ spoke about the adjustment and became quite emotional.
He is particularly bothered by the fact that many professional players do not provide any value to their team outside of tournaments. This is especially critical when it comes to sponsors:
If I were one of the [sponsors] sponsoring an event, and COVID happens, then we need to renegotiate what my money is really worth […], when fans are not going to tournaments, they are not buying jerseys, and they are not buying the surrounding things, like Red Bull […].
What would the caster like to see differently? SPUNJ noticed that many players cannot market themselves at all and often do not want to either. They lack the presence and the will to put in the effort:
Apart from s1mple, Astralis, and maybe a handful of other players who stream and are well-known in their region and have brand power, the rest of you have no power.
If you are not playing an official tournament, you bring nothing to your organization. That sounds terrible, but it is true, as you are either terrible in interviews or do not want to do them at all, you have no presence in social media, […] you simply do not bring any brand loyalty to your organization …
While he also warns against burnout and mental issues due to a full streaming schedule, he still urges the professionals to invest more time in their portfolio.
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Being a professional means more than just being good at gaming
What is part of being a professional player? Anyone who follows professional players in eSports might think that just playing video games is part of the job and that victories in tournaments are at the forefront. However, in general, there is more to a professional’s life, even from the organization’s perspective. Because only with prize money could very few teams sustain themselves.
As a professional, one is at the center of many media and viewers, must express themselves in interviews, and positively represent their organization. Those who do not can ruin their entire career, as Call of Duty professional Daunte “Sibilants” Gray did.
Sibilants was an up-and-coming player but ruined his career.
Appearances, interviews, and self-marketing are also essential. A player who has perfected this is LoL star Faker. He is now inseparable from the organization T1 and has become known for his strong games and his behavior outside of tournaments.
He was even portrayed as a “God” by Riot Games, the developers of LoL, and it even went so far that laws of a country could be changed for him. His fame benefited both him and his organization. Even if they do not go to Worlds this year, they have still received a lot of coverage, often more than the teams that made the leap.
Dragon Ball receives a Free2Play MMORPG for PC, where you start as a child and become an adult during the game. Dragon Ball Online Zenkai is a fan remake of the discontinued Dragon Ball Online and is expected to include typical MMORPG elements such as quests, dungeons, an open world, and loot. The Open Alpha starts on September 24.
Update September 24: Today at 6:00 PM the open Alpha is set to begin and everyone can participate. However, keep in mind that progress will be reset after the Alpha ends before the official release. You can find more details in the official forum.
This is Dragon Ball Online Zenkai: The MMORPG takes place in the popular Dragon Ball universe of the same-named manga and anime. It does not follow any known story directly and creates its own narrative. This will likely involve time travel and Trunks and intersect various events from the franchise.
The new MMORPG is loosely based on Dragon Ball Online, which officially closed in 2013. The game never reached the West; it was only enjoyed in South Korea, Taiwan, and China. With Dragon Ball Online Global, a fan reboot was already released on a private server, and now a new version is set to follow with Zenkai.
The former Taiwanese top player of Dragon Ball Online, Nady93, has taken it upon himself to revive the game and is working on Dragon Ball Online Zenkai, including his own client. This will enable the team to add further content as desired.
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How is the game structured? You choose your character from 3 available classes. Humans, Namekians, and Majins are available. You start in the MMORPG as a child and, like in the old Dragon Ball episodes, you must begin training first.
Complete quests
Fight monsters
Explore the open world on foot or by flying
Meet familiar characters
Participate in tournaments or compete against each other in PvP
Learn skills known from the manga and anime
Collect gear and weapons for your character
Overcome dungeons and raids
Find the 7 Dragon Balls and summon Shenlong
Once you reach level 30, you can choose one of 12 classes, with only 4 classes available per race, thus becoming an adult. The trailer captures the game quite well:
These are the risks: Since this is a fan reboot, there is great concern among fans that the rights holders Akira Toriyama, Bird Studio, or Shueisha Inc. will stop the project.
So far, however, there seem to be no problems, and the team is optimistic. Initial players have already reported that Dragon Ball Online Zenkai is running very well and is playable without issues. An open Alpha is planned for September 24, and everyone can participate via the official site.
Are you excited about the Dragon Ball MMORPG, and will you check it out? If you are looking for more anime MMORPGs, check out our article on it: The 6 best anime MMORPGs in 2020.
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Meanwhile, the reviews for the RTX 3090 have officially been released. The tests agree: The graphics card is Nvidia’s strongest GeForce card, and for most gamers, the high price of the RTX 3090 simply isn’t worth it.They should rather opt for the currently sold-out 3080 model. In our article, we explain why this is the case.
As of today, September 24, 2020, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 is officially available, and the review embargo has also been lifted at 3 PM. However, some leaks had already occurred before the sales launch and Nvidia had warned of few available units.
In our article, we want to introduce you to how Nvidia’s high-end model performs in tests and for whom the model priced at 1500 euros is worthwhile.
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What is the GeForce RTX 3090?
The GeForce RTX 3090 is a model from the GeForce 30 series. It officially launches on September 24, 2020. Nvidia announced the series on September 1.
This is what the Nvidia RTX 3090 offers: Besides very fast and exclusive GDDR6X memory, the RTX 3090 offers features such as HDMI 2.1 and PCI-Express 4.0 and is particularly suitable for resolutions of up to 8K. The graphics card is based on the Ampere architecture, which is significantly faster and more powerful than the previous Turing generation.
GeForce RTX 3090 at a glance
GeForce RTX 3090
Interface
PCIe 4.0
Base Clock
1,400 MHz
Boost Clock
1,700 MHz
Memory Size
24 GB GDDR6X
Memory Speed
19.5 GB/s
Bandwidth
936 GB/s
TDP (Power Consumption)
350 Watts
What do testers say about the GeForce RTX 3090?
Here we want to present you the most important tests regarding the new Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090:
GameStar: Is it really the first 8K graphics card for gamers?
The RTX 3090 is ahead of its time. At least when it comes to gaming in 8K resolution, because in my opinion that is likely still many years away from being truly mainstream. That aside, the performance of the RTX 3090 isn’t enough in my eyes to be called the first fully 8K-capable card. The RTX 3090 is undoubtedly the fastest card on the market and I would love to own it, but the gap to the RTX 3080 seems too small to really recommend it without ray tracing.
ComputerBase: “The largest GeForce for a small target group”
For those who want to own the fastest graphics card for games, there is indeed no way around the GeForce RTX 3090. (…) If you’re looking for an extremely fast GeForce to play current games at high details in Ultra HD, you should ultimately rather look for a GeForce RTX 3080. For players up to UHD, the GeForce RTX 3090 simply provides no tangible benefits that justify the additional 800 euros. The GeForce RTX 3090 is more intended for those who have always opted for the Titan model.
HardwareLuxx: “Little GeForce for a high price: Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3090”
The comparison of the GeForce RTX 3080 with the GeForce RTX 3090 should not be based purely on gaming performance, as the GeForce RTX 3090 clearly falls short here when budget is taken into account. (…) 8K gaming plays no role in practice and won’t for the foreseeable future either. The number of PC monitors with this resolution can be counted on one hand, and corresponding TV devices are likely to be found in the hands of very few players. Here, NVIDIA is trying to create a justification that simply doesn’t exist.
Compared to the RTX 2080 Ti, you get at least 50 percent more performance in creative applications such as video editing or 3D rendering with the RTX 3090, and in some cases, a doubling of performance is even possible. (…) Hardware enthusiasts have to bite the bullet and accept a high price for relatively little extra performance. Price-conscious gamers who still need a very fast GPU should definitely opt for the RTX 3080.
What can be concluded from the tests? Compared to the tests of the RTX 3080, the testers find it more difficult to make a clear recommendation for the graphics card. After all, the RTX 3080 simply performs better on average. However, it should also be noted that the graphics card is primarily aimed at professional users and not purely gamers.
Otherwise, the RTX 3090 has the same pros and cons as the RTX 3080: The card is significantly faster than the Turing architecture and delivers strong performance, especially with ray tracing enabled. But the power consumption of at least 350 watts is also very high. The GeForce RTX 3090 is also hardly overclockable as Nvidia already pushes the base product hard.
In one aspect, the testers agree: For average gamers, the graphics card simply isn’t worth it. The price, well over 1000 euros, is way too high and offers no added value at resolutions like Full HD and WQHD compared to the GeForce RTX 3080. For around 15% more performance, you pay more than double (700 euros compared to 1500 euros).
Pro
very high performance for professional users
also playable smoothly in 3840×2160
fast GDDR6X memory
cool and quiet, even under full load
Contra
very high price that is hardly justifiable compared to the RTX 3080
hardly overclockable
high power consumption
RTX 3090 benchmark: How does the graphics card performin games?
Where does the benchmark originate? The benchmark originates from the official test conducted by our colleagues at GameStar. It is a performance rating: This means that the average FPS of all games is calculated. The graphics card is tested with Anno 1800, Assassins’s Creed: Odyssey, Battlefield 5, Metro: Exodus, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and Wolfenstein Youngblood.
The tests were conducted by our colleagues on the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Eagle. This and other graphics cards are available at Alternate:
This is what the benchmarks show: The benchmarks of the RTX 3090 clearly indicate that the graphics card is not suitable for gamers who primarily play in Full HD or WQHD.
Only in 4K does the RTX 3090 achieve an average performance of around twelve percent higher compared to the RTX 3080.
Also, because many game engines cannot utilize so much power or are limited by the processor, the RTX 3090 is just as fast as the RTX 3080 in Full HD. For players, the GeForce 3090 provides no real advantages that would justify the double price.
24 GB are certainly more future-proof, but the RTX 3080 is also speculated to get a 20GB upgrade. With that, the memory advantage of the RTX 3090 over the 3080 would hardly be relevant. In the WQHD range, there are better and, above all, cheaper alternatives.
GeForce RTX 3090 purchase? Who is it worth buying for
Who is it worth buying for? For users from the professional field, the purchase can be quite worthwhile, as compared to the RTX Titan, the RTX 3090 offers a significantly better price-performance ratio. However, the purchase is not necessarily worth it here either, as the RTX 3080 offers hardly less performance. The only added value the RTX 3090 offers compared to the RTX 3080 is in terms of video memory (24 GB compared to 10 GB on the RTX 3080).
Who is it not worth buying for? For gamers who primarily play in Full HD or occasionally in higher resolutions, the investment is not worthwhile. Moreover, the graphics card, with a starting price of at least 1500 euros, is not intended for the mass market, but rather for users using it for professional video applications or data sciences like AI.
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You can now take a closer look at the costumes with which Destiny 2 will soon celebrate the Festival of the Lost. What will Hunters, Warlocks, and Titans be hunting for this Halloween 2020?
Halloween is also celebrated in the world of Destiny 2. However, among the Guardians, it is called the Festival of the Lost.
The event takes place from October 6th to November 3rd. All players can participate in the celebrations. Due to the shift of Beyond Light, the Festival of the Lost 2020 falls within the currently running Season 11.
MeinMMO has highlighted the key features and shows how wonderfully spooky it will be this year. The disclosed triumphs have also confirmed an event activity.
Costumes for the Festival of the Lost 2020 in Destiny 2
In the galleries, we will first list all event armors for Hunters, Warlocks, and Titans. Afterwards, we will take care of masks and other cosmetics.
This is what the Lycanthrope set for Hunters looks like:
This Halloween, Hunters show their wild side. With fangs and fur, you transform into a werewolf – even without a full moon. This has been well received so far, though the canister in the mouth isn’t liked by everyone.
This is what the Daywalker set for Warlocks looks like:
With sharp teeth and elegant fashion, you transform your Warlock into a vampire that seems to have sprung from Bram Stoker’s Dracula. In the community, this noble costume is considered the winner of 2020.
This is what the Promethean set for Titans looks like:
Titans resemble Frankenstein’s monster in 2020. Makeshift seams and electrodes in the neck (helm) known from B-movies suggest this. Unfortunately, many Titans complain this year that Bungie seems to be trying to annoy them with the costume.
What is the deal with the armors? The armors are actually universal ornaments – you can give all legendary armors this look. Traditionally, you can find them in the Eververse. You can then obtain them for Silver (real money currency) or alternatively Glimmer (grindable currency). Last year, the price was 1,500 Silver or 6,000 Glimmer per set.
Here are all 8 new Halloween masks: Back on board are the quirky paper masks that exude the “I made it myself” charm.
New to the collection are characters like the Exo Stranger or Variks, who will play a significant role in Beyond Light, but also quirky things like an overflowing cauldron:
During the Festival of the Lost, you could equip masks with powerful buffs, which lose their magic after the event. For the rest of the year, the masks are just pretty cosmetics.
What other cosmetics are there? We already know that mummy looks are very trendy in Destiny this year. Additionally, some treats like another witch broom (including a kitten) and shaders, ghost shells, and emblems are included.
Triumphs reveal the return of the Haunted Forest for Halloween
This year, the Haunted Forest (eng. Hunted Forest) will likely be present again. For in the database entries (via Braytech.org), there are also 9 event-specific triumphs. Three of these mention that you should open treasure chests with “Cipher Decoders” in the Haunted Forest.
This should not come as a surprise to many guardians. After all, the Haunted Forest has been a staple of Halloween celebrations since 2018. We currently do not know whether or what changes we can expect in the 2020 activity.
What outfit is your personal favorite? Do you also think Titans are treated poorly by Bungie?
Former Blizzard CEO Mike Morhaime has founded a new company, where many former Blizzard employees are also employed. In an interview, Morhaime shares his goals with Dreamhaven and apparently speaks to the soul of many employees and gamers.
What kind of studio is this? Dreamhaven is headed by Mike Morhaime, the co-founder and former head of Blizzard. The company consists of 27 employees and has two studios: Moonshot Game and Secret Door.
At the two studios, former Blizzard employees are working, who are likely well-known to many players and fans of the company, such as:
Jason Chayes, former Executive Producer of Hearthstone
Dustin Bowder, former Game Director of StarCraft II and Heroes of the Storm
Chris Sigaty, former Executive Producer for Hearthstone, StarCraft II and Heroes of the Storm
In an interview with VentureBeat, he explains why this is important and what the goals of Dreamhaven are. It becomes clear that many of his former colleagues are now working with him because they admire him and his vision.
Mike Morhaime, one of the co-founders and former head of Blizzard.
“Cultivating Sustainable Creativity and Innovation”
This is what Morhaime says: In the interview, Morhaime addresses the goals of his new company. Apparently, it is important to him that his employees can express themselves freely:
It is important to create an environment that can sustainably cultivate creativity and innovation and unleash the potential of this talented team. We believe that this is something we can achieve.
He is in no hurry to find sponsors or make money. At the moment, he is still financing everything out of his own pocket, and for a specific reason: “The most important thing is to ensure that we maintain control over the company’s decisions.”
What does Dreamhaven stand for? The idea Morhaime has for his company sounds almost a bit redemptive:
We want to create almost a haven for creators who want an environment that is development-friendly, values products, and prioritizes player experience over short-term financial pressure. […] We like the symbolism of the lighthouse as a beacon, and that inspires us.
For we hope that Dreamhaven will be a beacon of hope for others in the industry who share our values and philosophies.
The lighthouse is a symbol for Dreamhaven and is also featured in the studio artwork.
This is a mindset that many fans of World of Warcraft and other Blizzard games have long appreciated from the company, which has apparently been somewhat lost over the years. Even Cortyn from MeinMMO stated back in 2018 that it hurt his soul to report on Blizzard.
In August 2020, there was even a larger wave of reports from Blizzard employees. They are dissatisfied because they are poorly paid. Some fans suspect that the entire development is influenced by Activision on Blizzard. This had already emerged from a gloomy insider report from January 2020:
This is Morhaime’s method: Morhaime’s idea with Dreamhaven apparently runs counter to Blizzard’s current cost-cutting measures. He pursues what once distinguished Blizzard: the possibility for employees to work on projects and do them well. If something is discarded, then it is what it is.
[The developers] can make games for which they have passion. They have control over their destiny and hopefully feel that they have the best of both worlds: the entrepreneurial spirit and the stability and resources that only larger companies can often provide.
Morhaime earns admiration from his employees for this. They seem to want to join him and his vision directly, rather than just looking for a new studio.
This is how his employees react: Jason Chayes, for instance, has “enormous respect for Mike as a value-driven leader.” Chris Sigaty elaborates on this a bit more:
I was already familiar with Mike’s values. […] Mike showed the way by making tough decisions, to the point where he gave us enough time to shape something great and provide it with the quality it needed.
Currently, there are no announced projects that the team is working on. As it sounds, this will also take a while. Morhaime apparently wants to do it right and well, rather than rushing to release games. For this, he apparently gives his employees exactly the freedom and resources they need, while Blizzard is currently pursuing cost-cutting measures.
This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
