Pokémon GO has become an absolute favorite game for MeinMMO author Noah Struthoff since its release in 2016. Right now, however, he is taking a break. Why?
This is how I played: I consider myself to be one of the extreme players in Pokémon GO. I have nearly 300,000 catches and have played daily since the release in summer 2016 – often for several hours a day.
Sure, there are much more extreme players, but in my city, I am the trainer with the most catches and XP.
In recent weeks, however, I have slowed down in Pokémon GO a bit. There are days when I take a complete break and only do my daily catch and PokéStop visit. On other days, I play more, but find myself asking classic noob questions and not being as engaged in the game anymore.
Pokémon GO slows down – So I do the same
Why am I playing less? Even at the beginning of the year, Niantic started making decisions that I didn’t quite agree with. There were special Shinies only through raids or eggs, new Pokémon are being introduced more and more slowly, and many events just feel disappointing to me.
A recent example of this was the Dragon Week, which has just recently ended. Dratini, Surskit, and other dragon Pokémon everywhere. That sounds really cool for newcomers because these are strong and actually rare Pokémon. However, I have played the community days of Surskit and Dratini and already have enough candies and Shinies.
The last community days were quite a disappointment for me as well. Swablu, Surskit, Gastly, and most recently Magikarp. All Pokémon that are really weak or had already been introduced as Shiny previously in the game. This was not a big incentive for me to play.
This particularly bothers me: My biggest goal in Pokémon GO is to complete the PokéDex and hunt for new Pokémon. Therefore, the release of the 5th generation is a huge disappointment for me. This generation has been gradually released for about a year now. In recent months, it’s been even slower.
Again and again, a new Pokémon is added that can be found anywhere during an event, and then becomes quite rare again afterward.
So when you play the event, you have no problems finding the new Pokémon, and it’s not a challenge at all.
The release of Gen 5 is just taking too long for me.
This feels good: Don’t get me wrong, Pokémon GO is still my absolute favorite game and I will dive back in after my break, but this pause feels good.
Lastly, I noticed that I was playing events that weren’t that much fun anymore, and in the end, a game should make you happy and entertain. That’s why I took the break.
Now I’m wandering around my city a bit clueless and playing somewhat like a noob. During my two-week vacation, I sporadically followed the news about Pokémon GO and was pleasantly surprised each time. There were cool raid bosses and the rewards in the field research felt refreshing and good.
After accompanying every step of Pokémon GO for about 4 years, I can now rediscover the actual benefits of the AR game with some distance.
The Enigma Week is already much more to my liking, and I have played more than in the previous weeks. Now the compensation event for the GO Fest is coming up, and the Unova Week also sounds really good to me. So I’m looking forward to the next period in Pokémon GO – something I have said rather rarely in recent weeks.
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MeinMMO author Maik Schneider is a Shipment fan, like many others, a Camo collector, and “Battle Pass” grinder in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. He now recommends the Warzone mode “Mini Royale” to every fan of the Chaos playlist, which challenges you just as much.
Ah yes, summer is here. Due to the crisis, many people are this year more likely to fight against the persistent film of sweat on their forehead on the couch rather than sandy swimsuits on the beach. But even a cold shower or the show-off dive from the tree at the local swimming lake are sometimes not as refreshing as a good round of Shipment.
While browsing the new playlist, I immediately realized that I would hardly be causing cursing enemies on the MW servers this week. The new mode “Mini Royale” remained in the Warzone playlist, and almost everyone who enjoys the chaos and action on Shipment will love this mode too.
In Shipment, you can quickly lose track despite the small size.
Shipment + MW = Mini Royale + Warzone … or something like that
Why do Shipment and Mini Royale resemble each other? Shipment stands for hard-hitting action without pause. Sometimes it happens that I literally hold my breath from the tension until I can finally call in the VTOL – or respawn.
On top of that, the constant war brings an outrageous amount of experience points. Combined with a double XP event, you can quickly get your firearms to max level or unlock the new weapons of the Battle Pass.
And these two important advantages of a round of chaos mode can be matched quite well by “Mini Royale”:
Action
Experience points
Because it condenses the “Battle Royale” experience to an action-packed level. There are only half as many players, but the playing field is smaller from the outset and this micro-BR also saves time. Instead of nearly half an hour, the “Mini Royale” usually ends after about 12 minutes. If you also get a few kills and achieve a decent placement, you’ll quickly earn a nice, shiny pile of experience points.
You can find the exact rules and circle timer in our special on “Mini Royale”:
This makes “Mini Royale” even better: If you land at the popular spots, you are virtually constantly tidying up. Hardly have you cleared your landing spot, the gas circle is nipping at your heels and at the next buy station, a team is already waiting that is also still out of breath from the start.
Like on Shipment or Shoot House, you are constantly under pressure and can almost be sure that there is a team within assault rifle range from the next roof.
Additionally, “Mini Royale” offers much more variety. Instead of constantly running around in squares and risking actually getting the dreaded “Square Eyes” from too much television, you fight each other at typical spots in Verdansk and get out of there.
You don’t need any elaborate tactics. You barely have time to execute a sophisticated recon strategy or collect secret items in the stadium and you don’t need to constantly hunt enemies to keep your concentration up. They will almost lock onto you by themselves. It’s enough if you slowly move with the circle to the last zone and secure a power position, like high ground, in that area.
You only play the beginning and the end of a typical Warzone match. This is not only good for the flow of the game, but also for your big “Battle Royale” rounds. Here you can excellently practice the entry and endgame of BR. And if things go wrong – no problem. The matches are so short that you rarely get upset about starting the next round.
The map starts much smaller in Mini Royale.
Shipment delivers better results for camos and missions
Although you earn many EP and are constantly under fire, nothing can compare to the soldier density of Shipment. While you can casually run through some of the Warzone missions in the small mode of “Mini Royale”, “50 kills with mounted weapons” would probably take too long.
In addition, “Mini Royale” does require some tactics. Shipment is often a pure reaction fireworks show, where you either shoot, run around a corner, or do both at the same time. And sometimes you just want exactly that and get annoyed when an enemy uses the upper floor of the containers again because then you have to aim up. While you need less tactical finesse in “Mini Royale”, a small plan is still very helpful.
All in all, with “Mini Royale”, you get a strong, new mode that now even stays longer in the playlist. If you’re a Shipment and chaos fan, you should definitely check this out. You will be amazed at how enjoyable and fun the mode is. Here is a strong PKM setup for a few casual rounds.
Do you also have a Shipment alternative that you can recommend?
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The Epos GSP 670 is the first wireless gaming headset from Epos. MeinMMO explains in a review how the wireless gaming headset performs and who it is suitable for.
Which headset is it about? The EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670 is a wireless gaming headset from EPOS. The manufacturer promises latency-free gaming and still provides good sound quality. In our review, we took a closer look at the GSP 670 for you.
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This is how the headset is delivered: in a cardboard box with sturdy foam.
EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670 Review: How did we test?
How long was the headset tested? We thoroughly tested the headset for our review:
We have been able to extensively test the headset from July 13, 2020. We played, listened to music, and made calls with it.
We used the headset on PC, smartphone, and PlayStation 4.
MeinMMO explains how much we liked the gaming headset, what we didn’t like as much, and for whom the headset ultimately is suitable.
Features and technical details
This is what the gaming headset looks like from the side. Image rights: EPOS
Design
Over-Ear/Closed
Connection type
Bluetooth (low latency) or USB
Frequencies
10Hz – 23 kHz
Compatibility
PC, PS4, Mac OSX, Smartphone
Warranty
2 years
Weight
398 grams
Contents
GSA 70 dongle, 1.5 m USB cable, safety instructions, and quick guide
Special features
Dual connectivity: simultaneous Bluetooth pairing of PC and smartphone possible; Sennheiser Gaming Suite as software on PC
Price (RRP)
319,-
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Epos GSP 670 in detail
In the following section, we present the gaming headset in detail. We will address the following aspects:
Design and construction
Contents
The software
In the subsequent section, we will explain how the headset performs in practice.
Design and construction
What does the headset look like? The gaming headset comes in plain black and forgoes gimmicks like RGB lighting. The EPOS logo also appears understated.
The design is simple and understated and appears very robust. Image rights: EPOS.
What buttons does the headset have? The three function buttons and the micro-USB port for charging the device are located on the ear cups:
On the right ear, there are two volume controls: a large wheel to control overall sound and a small, ribbed wheel to adjust the microphone volume. The large wheel can also be used to turn the headset on and off.
On the left side, there is a ribbed sliding switch to put the headset into pairing mode (Bluetooth). During operation, the switch can also announce the battery status.
There is no extra button to turn off the microphone on the headset. To mute the microphone, it needs to be lifted up; alternatively, it can be muted through the software. However, the software must be opened for that, which is cumbersome.
What kind of design is it? The GSP 670 is an over-ear headset: this means that the headset is worn completely over the ears, with the ears sitting inside the ear cushions. The ear cushions can be removed and replaced. However, the microphone is firmly installed and cannot be removed.
Drivers of the headset
The EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670 relies on the dynamic principle of conversion. These are comparatively cheap to manufacture but do not offer the sound diversity of magnetostatic or even electrostatic drivers. However, they are robust and not as sensitive as electrostatic drivers, which are considered high-end in audio technology.
Dynamic drivers are a good prerequisite for deep bass and a wide range of low tones, but they often struggle with the highs, as the inertia of the material usually adversely affects the sound.
Contents
Headset and accessories: USB cable, USB extension, quick guide, Bluetooth dongle, and the headset itself.
What accessories are there? In addition to the headset itself, there are
a USB-A cable to USB-Micro-USB
a USB extension cable
a quick guide in multiple languages
a Bluetooth dongle (GSA 70 dongle) to connect the headset to PlayStation 4 or PC
in the box. Despite the high price for the headset, however, there is no case or fabric bag for storing the headset included. Due to the high weight (398 grams) of the headset, the “EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670” headset is indeed more intended for stationary than mobile use.
Software: EPOS Gaming Suite
What we like about the software: The software is simple, tidy, and offers good clarity. All important information can be accessed directly from the start screen. This includes the software and firmware version, quick settings, and the battery status of the headset.
The green color is also understated and pleasant to the eye. Manufacturers like Logitech and Roccat also rely on simple, understated designs, and that is good.
The software for the GSP 670 can be downloaded directly from the manufacturer (via eposaudio.com).
What the software can do: Additionally, various adjustments can be made to the headset through the software:
Sound can be switched between 2.0 Stereo and 7.1 Surround Sound
various equalizer settings are available
the microphone can be adjusted
There are also several equalizer presets that you can use.
Modern and tidy: The EPOS software for the GSP 670
We did not have any issues with the EPOS Gaming Suite, by the way. The profiles start without problems and are also easily accessible after a computer restart. If the headset is connected to the PC via cable, the firmware of the headset can also be updated without any problems. We used the headset with the following version:
Software version: 1.4.1.179
Firmware version headset: 3.1.34
Dongle firmware version: 3.1.34
What we don’t like so much: While there is a decent manual for the headset, there are only a few explanations for the software. Microphone amplification off, warm, or clear? We have to try the settings, as the software itself does not give us a clear answer.
It’s also a pity that the settings only work on the PC with the software. Console and smartphone do not benefit from the software, and they cannot be saved in the headset itself.
The Epos GSP 670 in practical testing
So far, we have presented the general data and facts about the GSP 670. But how does it perform in practice regarding sound, comfort, and the microphone? We present impressions and experiences from practice.
Comfort
The gaming headset from EPOS appears large and robust at first glance, and at 398 grams, it is not exactly lightweight.
The advantage of the large, robust headset is obvious. It fits snugly on the head, and due to its closed design, the ears are completely surrounded by the ear cushions. The external environment is only partially perceivable.
The GSP 670 worn. The ears are completely enclosed, and it fits snugly on the head.
Overall, the headset tends to sit very tightly on the ears. Those who sit for several hours at the PC or console playing will notice the pressure on their ears in the long run. This is not very comfortable after several hours.
For a better comparison, several other people were allowed to wear the headset, and all complained after a while about the very tight fit on the ears.
Sound quality
What we like: The headset performs well in the lower frequencies. The bass sounds powerful and pleasant; explosions and gunfire are well represented. For a gaming headset, it’s a good sound base.
What is less successful: However, the headset reaches its limits in the highs: here the sound is rather thin. Especially for gamers who like to listen to music while gaming, the moderate highs may be a bother.
With the EPOS Gaming Suite, the sound can be further adjusted. Several profiles are also available for selection.
What effects does the software have? The software allows for some fine adjustments; however, the quality difference between highs and lows is still noticeable:
In eSports mode, for example, the lows are slightly attenuated, making colleagues in voice chat sound clearer, and in-game noises are more distinct.
In music mode, on the other hand, the bass is emphasized, which benefits the overall sound image.
However, the software does not work on the smartphone or PlayStation 4. If you want to use the full range of features, you must use the GSP 670 on a Windows PC.
The microphone of the headset in close-up. Image rights: EPOS
Microphone
In contrast to the sound quality, which is predominantly convincing while gaming, the microphone is only mediocre. As a speaker, one is clearly understandable but sounds tinny and rather muffled.
This is probably also due to the transmission via Bluetooth. The sound is compressed, and the bitrate for transmission is reduced. The person on the other end of the connection can clearly hear this.
Unlike the Corsair HS50 or Logitech G PRO X, the microphone is also not removable. The manufacturer offers a 2-month accessory warranty period and replaces the entire headset during this period, depending on how the damage occurred.
Connection Type/Connectivity
How good is the Bluetooth connection? It should be positively noted that the Bluetooth connection remained stable throughout our test. Speaking and gaming over Bluetooth works flawlessly; sound and conversations reach our ears in perfect quality without delay.
With very cheap Bluetooth devices like the OneAudio A2, which we also tested, the quality suffers greatly when voice and sound are to be transmitted simultaneously. In contrast to cheap headsets, the sound is not converted using the handsfree codec.
What else can the headset do? Thanks to Bluetooth 5.0, it is even possible to pair the headset with the PC/PS4 and smartphone simultaneously. If you receive a call, the headset switches to the call and then back to the game. A nice feature that we hardly used in practice. If you want to learn more about Bluetooth, we have listed all the important information for you here:
MeinMMO author Benedikt Schlotmann says: With the HyperX Cloud Alpha, the Sennheiser Momentum Black, and a Roccat Noz, several headphones and headsets have already been on my desk. The EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670 may not offer the excellent sound of a Momentum Black or such a clear microphone as the Roccat Noz, but this tested gaming headset is significantly better built and provides a flawless software experience combined with strong, lossless Bluetooth transmission without connection drops.
The EPOS|Sennheiser GSP 670 gaming headset proves to be a good headset with strengths in bass, build quality, and great Bluetooth connectivity. However, the overall picture is tarnished by the mediocre microphone and dull highs, as well as the relatively high price: with the Hyper X Cloud Flight, the competition offers a similarly good gaming headset at a significantly lower price (around 150 euros) but does not offer clear software or as robust built quality.
In the wireless sector, the GSP 670 is a robust and competitive representative.
Pros
very good shielding from the outside world
very bass-heavy, strong lows
excellent build quality and removable ear cushions
great connection via Bluetooth with PC, PS4, and smartphone
clear, meaningful software
Cons
fits very tightly on the head
mediocre microphone
average highs
high price
Who is the headset suitable for? The GSP 670 from EPOS/Sennheiser is mainly suitable for users looking for a modern Bluetooth headset. Especially with the software, the overall sound can be adjusted properly. The good build quality and excellent Bluetooth connectivity round off the overall picture.
Anyone looking for a headset mainly for gaming, who can overlook shortcomings in the high frequencies and the high purchase price of 319,- should take a look at the GSP 670.
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In the MMORPG Crowfall, which many fans have been waiting for years, there is finally movement. As Creative Director J. Todd Coleman announced, the beta for the game will start later this August.
Update August 11: Today the beta starts and the first players who have registered for free on the website should receive an email with their access data today.
When exactly does the beta start? This week, a new patch called “The Calling” was released, which has improved GvG fights, performance, and the experience for newcomers.
This means that Crowfall has achieved the goals of the alpha and is now ready for the beta, Coleman revealed in a press release.
This beta is set to begin on Tuesday, August 11.
In Crowfall, PvP battles play an important role, although there are also PvE and social worlds.
How can you participate in the beta? The special thing about the beta is that for the first time players can participate who have not invested any money in Crowfall. Previously, tests have been held for years, but you had to buy a package for nearly 50 euros.
To participate in the beta, all you need to do is register on the official website. Participants will then be invited in waves. It may take some time before you receive your access.
Crowfall currently claims to have 70,000 backers (who have already paid) and 380,000 registered players for the beta.
What happens after the beta? The beta is mainly meant to stress the servers and bring in more players for that. The content of the game, however, is nearly complete and contains what was originally promised on Kickstarter.
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Crowfall focuses on multiple campaigns instead of an open world
What makes Crowfall so special? Crowfall is not a classic MMORPG. According to its own statement, it’s about simulating the battle for the throne. The game uses elements from survival and strategy games, as well as different worlds, each with different rules:
The Eternal Kingdoms are a social world. Here, players can trade and build their houses, but cannot kill each other.
God’s Reach is a pure PvE world meant to introduce players to Crowfall.
The Infected is a PvP world where three factions fight against each other.
With the exception of the Eternal Kingdoms, all these worlds only run for a limited time. They go through a cycle of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. At the end, there is always the Hunger, which devours the worlds.
Afterwards, a campaign starts over again, which is why you can “win” Crowfall. Additionally, the developers have the ability to change the rules of a campaign to ensure more replay value.
Although it will likely only appeal to a niche with its focus on PvP and “winning an MMORPG,” they could be successful in this niche as early as 2020. There is not much competition in the form of new MMORPGs this year, either.
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There should have been a cool event in Rainbow Six Siege for some time now. However, Ubisoft had to deactivate it shortly after the release due to cheaters exploiting a glitch.
What is this event about? M.U.T.E Protocol has actually been running since August 4. The event transforms the operators into robots with cool, unique abilities that completely change the gameplay of the game:
There is a special game mode played on the Tower map, where two areas can be captured or defended
You will become drones as attackers, like a transformer
As defenders, you can travel through bulletproof cameras and teleport
This opens up entirely new paths through the map, both for attacking and defending, and you need to be even more vigilant. Reconnaissance and communication become even more important in M.U.T.E Protocol, as they already are for victory in Rainbow Six.
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During the event, there will be new skins for the operators for a short time. This time you will get cool cyber skins – a stark contrast to the 1920s gangster skins from the last event.
Cheaters exploit glitch, force restart
What happened? Due to a glitch, the event was taken offline shortly after its start. Some cheaters found a way to make themselves invisible and invulnerable through a claymore.
This glitch has appeared in the past and was supposed to be fixed. However, the new event apparently brought it back, prompting Ubisoft to take it offline as a precaution. Those who played before the deactivation will receive a collection pack as a compensation.
In the event, there are some cool skins from the packs and in the shop.
When can I play the event? The event has been back online since August 10 and is set to run until August 17. Ubisoft takes the fight against cheaters very seriously and has recently declared a war on players who boot you from the match.
With the new update in GTA Online, your yacht is no longer just a display piece, but you can even earn money from there. We will show you what you need to do to start one of the 6 missions.
But that’s not all that is different now, as there are 15 new vehicles you can cruise through the streets of Los Santos with.
New Yacht Missions
This is different now: Starting August 11, players can now start missions directly from their yacht. There are 6 missions in total that you can play.
These are co-op missions that will become available one after another. To start them, players must enter the captain’s cabin. This is marked from the outside with a blue ring that one must stand in.
Once you are in the cabin, you will discover a monitor showing a map. To do this, walk to the other side where there is a table where you can access the missions.
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However, you don’t always have to be on the yacht to start a mission. Just call the captain with your iFruit phone in the game to start a job directly.
How many players are needed for the mission? For the yacht missions, 1-4 players are needed. You can play alone comfortably or invite your friends if you don’t want to go hunting alone.
Earn Money with the Missions
How much can you earn with the missions? The new jobs not only bring variety to the game, but you can also earn money with them.
A mission is supposed to earn you between 14,000 to 25,000 GTA dollars (via reddit). You won’t get rich right away, but it is a cool new way to earn some pocket money.
This week until August 19, you will even earn double the amount of GTA dollars when you complete a yacht job. So you should try them out now.
With the new yacht missions, you earn money
That’s why buying a yacht is worth it now: If you have been thinking about buying a yacht for a while, now is the perfect moment to do so. Not only are the new missions exciting, but there is also a 30% discount on all yachts this week.
If you want to gather enough money to buy that cool vehicle, you should try these 12 ways to quickly earn money in GTA Online. This way, you will be able to show off with a yacht soon.
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In Pokémon GO today, on August 11th, the Spotlight Hour with Zobiris starts. We will show you what will happen there and if it is worth it.
What is a Spotlight Hour? This event takes place every Tuesday in Pokémon GO. For one hour, a special Pokémon takes center stage and appears more frequently. A suitable bonus rounds it all off.
When does the event take place? It starts today at 6:00 PM local time. Zobiris will then appear everywhere until 7:00 PM.
What bonuses are there? Of course, the spawns are increased and Zobiris will be the most common Pokémon in the wild.
Additionally, there are double candies for sending Pokémon. You will receive 2 candies per Pokémon when you send it.
Are there Shiny Zobiris? Yes, you can encounter Shiny Zobiris since its release during the Halloween event 2017. So you may also find it as Shiny during the Spotlight Hour with some luck.
This is what Shiny Zobiris looks like.
Is the event hour worth it? If you don’t have Zobiris as Shiny yet, you should take advantage of the event. Zobiris is likely to appear as frequently only again during the Halloween event in October.
Otherwise, the double candies for sending are interesting. If you participated in the GO Fest in July, you might still have some rare monsters. Sort through them diligently within the hour and secure the increased candies. Good Pokémon for sending are, for example, Lichtel, Kaumalat, or Flampion.
What’s next for August? This month, many events are still waiting for you. The hyper bonus for the GO Fest is still ongoing and other events are planned. In our overview of the August events, you will find all important dates.
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MeinMMO author Jürgen Horn enjoys playing battle royale and usually has no problem when he loses. Except when it happens due to acute stupidity in handling wooden planks, which ruined the perfect round in Apex Legends.
I love playing battle royale games and the fast-paced shooter Apex Legends has particularly captured my interest. The game offers the perfect mix of speed, gunplay, hero abilities, useful gameplay features and story.
That’s why I keep returning to Apex after long absences and play it intensely every evening for a few weeks. But one evening taught me that in such cases, maybe it would be a good idea to play the tutorial again…
Apex Legend is just awesome to me!
This is how it all began!
How did the round start? Since none of my friends play battle royale games, I was as usual with a random group. I played as the scout Bloodhound (For the Allfather!), and my teammates were playing Wattson and Wraith.
I was the jumpmaster and chose the newly added surveillance post from Crypto on the map King’s Canyon, introduced in Season 5. Because I love when the game starts with a bang and you can collect early kills and good loot.
Bloodhound is one of my favorite Apex Legends.
Moreover, at the listening post, you can reveal all enemies on the map for a short time, which gives a decisive advantage in the following phase of the game.
The first victory at the outpost: After landing, things start off strong, and since we’re playing the active game mode “Armed and Dangerous,” we already receive armor and a Mozambique pistol at the beginning.
I quickly trade that useless piece of junk for a powerful Charge Rifle and a hefty Mastiff shotgun (there are only shotguns and snipers in this mode), and we quickly rack up some kills. We snatched the weapons from our opponents, who are practically running unarmed – the Mozambique doesn’t really count as a “weapon” in Apex – into our fire and perish pitifully!
Such a successful start makes you eager for more!
Almost no one likes the Mozambique.
Advantage through knowledge: After our first victory, activating the listening post lets us know that the enemies are already hanging out in the north by the ruins of the Repulsor. But they don’t know that we know.
So we quickly run up, and thanks to my Bloodhound scouting, I can quickly spot them and catch them off guard while looting. Victory number 2 on our account! We’re on a roll!
I can only emphasize how great the fast gameplay of Apex feels with Bloodhound. Especially the feature that clearly shows you the enemies’ tracks and how fresh they are gives you the ultimate hunter feeling.
The victory is within reach
This is how the mid-game went: Our streak of success continues well into the mid-game. Methodically, we explore the map and always follow the path of the safe zone. Because, like in every battle royale, the play area shrinks over time in Apex. Those who are too slow get grilled by the ever-deadly death zone via the energy field.
In a really wild advance, we can hold our own even on the further level. Here again, I notice how great Bloodhound plays. His ultimate allows him to dash around quickly and see all the enemies. You really feel like the unstoppable hunter, whose enemies serve as prey!
In that moment, I forgot everything that was happening around me and was totally absorbed in this power fantasy of being a mighty hunter in Apex Legends.
Wattson’s Death Fortress: Time passes, and we are really unreasonably lucky. Because two safe zones are located on a well-fortified outpost, which is also on a mountain. To remind you: the game mode contains only snipers and shotguns.
If the opponent wants to attack us, he has to come up the mountain over open ground, getting no cover while we harvest bloody kills with our now high-powered snipers.
Wattson is nice and helpful.
Here I particularly like the Charge Rifle because it hits comfortably via hitscan and you don’t have to consider bullet drop. This drop over distance is really severe in Apex! Should an enemy manage to reach our fortress, our Wattson has a nasty surprise ready.
Because the entire area is sealed off with her electric fences, and the helpful engineer has set up her capacitor towers everywhere. They protect against grenades and restore shields.
This way we survive the occasionally successful enemy fire without problems. In sniper duels and individual close encounters – sometimes someone manages to reach the fence – we finish off the rest. Here, teammate Wraith comes into play, who occasionally appears invisibly behind the attackers or changes position unseen. Have I mentioned that I really have an awesome random team?
In the end, only one enemy team is left, and things look really good for us! This could really work!
The terrible revenge of the wooden plank!
This is how the calamity began: There is only one enemy team left, but they do not give us the courtesy of daring to storm our mighty Wattson’s Death Fortress. Rather, the cheeky rascals take cover on the neighboring, even higher mountain.
Our luck has also abandoned us, because after the safe zone had been with us multiple times, it unfortunately shifts in the final phase of the game exactly to the mountain where our last opponents are throwing a camping party.
So we have to go. But luckily there’s a useful zip line stretched to the neighboring mountain. Just one last decisive advance, and then victory will be ours! It has to work!
Zip lines are practical.
Fate is a bastard: There is a superstitious belief among pessimistic people that for every happiness enjoyed, fate delivers a corresponding dose of misfortune as compensation. The better it goes, the harder the slap from fate at the end.
So to speak, a sadistic karmic rubber band smacks you in the face with full force when things are going too well. I don’t actually believe in such nonsense, but it seemed to be the truth here.
Damn it, why can’t I get up here: As if guided by an invisible troll hand, I fall off the pedestal at the end of the zip line. I land at the foot of the mountain while my buddies keep rushing ahead.
“Damn,” I think. “It won’t work with just two of us; we have to attack as a team!” Luckily, there’s a practical wooden plank layout at the edge of the platform. You can climb up that in Apex Legends; I learned that from previous sessions months ago.
So I jump up and press the jump button again to get up. Damn, it doesn’t work; my character slides back down.
“Damn it, how did you climb up again?” races through my mind. Maybe you have to press the use button instead? That doesn’t work either. Again, I slide down the slope like a total wooden idiot.
Yes, climbing is actually quite simple… Source: reddit
My mighty hunter Bloodhound hops around on the mountain like a total klutz, and my adrenaline-flooded brain can’t figure out how to get up there.
My teammates notice this and want to see what’s going on. Unfortunately, they also jump down and search for the problem. The problem is that I’m too stupid to climb! My comrades aren’t, though; they keep climbing back up, and I just can’t get it!
This damn wooden plank refuses to serve as climbing aid for me! And now the big calamity comes, because as I desperately hop around, the enemies shoot at us, and even if one of us got up there, they would be a target!
The ignoble end: But the decision of whether we should boldly throw ourselves into the hail of bullets and at least find an honorable death in the eyes of the Allfather is taken from us. Because the death zone has arrived and rolls over us like an unforgiving avalanche of 1.21 cruel gigawatts! In seconds, we burn up along with our ambitious plans for a great battle royale victory in the energy field of the death zone.
Even soulless robots cry when a round goes so epically wrong!
What a disappointment! After the constant adrenaline high of the past 30 minutes, this abrupt end feels just like a nasty kick in the metaphorical balls! Dumbfounded, I sit in front of the screen while the game crowns the chuckling champions of the remaining team! They didn’t do anything except watch us burn up! It’s just not right!
Next time I jump back into Apex Legends after a break, I’ll take a look at the tutorial again. Only when you know how to climb can you become a merciless, ruthless hunter. I learned that that night. Damn.
Conclusion – Learn the basics!
I’m more of a casual gamer and usually have no problem when a round goes wrong despite initial successes. The opponent was just better. But when you die due to sheer stupidity because you forgot that in Apex Legends you climb not by simply pressing but holding the jump button, it really annoyed me!
That’s why I’ve made it a point to always take the time to relearn the basics of a game and even play the tutorial again before jumping back in after a long absence. I never want to experience such a disgrace as with the wooden plank again!
Jürgen Horn Editor at Mein-MMO
If you want to read a more positive experience from me: Here’s an article where I describe the perfect Apex Legends run.
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The Bruen Mk9 currently dominates Call of Duty: Warzone. Many players forget that there are other LMGs that can still be powerful. Pro player Nick “Nickmercs” Kolcheff has showcased a build for one of these rarely used LMGs that allows him to excel.
What kind of LMG is this? The PKM was the strongest LMG until the release of the Bruen Mk9 and was listed as one of the best weapons in each category. However, since the Bruen came out, it is hardly used anymore.
Although it still ranks among the strongest weapons in terms of damage and handling, its long reload time poses problems. This was also one of the reasons why the Bruen has replaced it, as the Bruen can be built into a faster, more mobile weapon.
The PKM was once the best LMG.
What kind of build is this? Nickmercs relies on the PKM’s strengths in his build: taking down enemies with a few shots while maintaining high accuracy, especially at medium range.
How to recreate the build: You will need the following attachments:
Muzzle: Suppressor (Monolithic)
Barrel: Extended 26.9″ Barrel
Laser: Tactical Laser
Optic: VLK 3.0 Optic
Underbarrel: Grip
Nickmercs’ recreated build. He uses the “Bloodthirst” skin from the Ragnarok bundle in the shop.
The suppressor has become a standard attachment that mainly increases damage and range, and only incidentally suppresses noise. The barrel and optic provide more range.
With the laser, you don’t have to rely on aiming at shorter distances, allowing you to shoot accurately even from the hip.
However, the major feature is the grip. It is not one of the best underbarrel attachments for better aiming since it is specifically available for the PKM at level 45. It not only improves aiming but also allows you to aim more quickly.
What are the advantages? With this setup, you focus entirely on damage and accuracy – at the expense of mobility. This allows you to fully exploit the strengths of an LMG. The advantages of the setup are:
a relatively low TTK – About 15 bullets are enough to kill an enemy
100 rounds in the magazine – More than most weapons, and it’s enough for 2 squads
high accuracy at longer distances without compromising close combat
You should primarily use the PKM in more open areas where you can spot enemies well – such as in open fields or at the airfield. Here, other players should pose little threat to you. Nickmercs showcases his setup impressively in action in the video:
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What are the disadvantages? You need almost 8 seconds to reload, which is more than enough time for most enemies to take you out if you can’t kill them. If you need to reload without cover or fire protection from teammates, you are essentially left completely unprotected.
Although the setup is strong, the Bruen is still better mainly for this reason. The PKM does surpass it in damage and precision, but the reload time and lack of mobility negate the benefits. Pro player Vikkstar has already explained what makes the Bruen so powerful.
In general, however, the two weapons are designed for slightly different playstyles. This PKM build is more suitable for players who prefer “traditional” LMG gameplay, while the Bruen behaves more like an assault rifle, also due to the (typically equipped) smaller magazine. If you want to compare the weapons further, you can find our detailed guide to the Bruen Mk9 here.
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The shareholders have refused to approve bonuses for EA’s executives. This occurs even though EA is currently performing well with record revenues during the pandemic, particularly with FIFA 20.
What was rejected? On August 6, the annual meeting of Electronic Arts’ shareholders took place. Here, the board is elected, and the executives’ bonus plans are approved or not.
The election results are public and are evident from documents. They show that while all 9 board members were elected, the “Compensation Package” was overwhelmingly rejected by shareholder votes.
Normally, this doesn’t happen. Bloomberg reports that of the 3000 largest US companies, only 2.2% fail with their proposals, meaning only about 1 in 45 proposals.
Vacations, cinema visits, or dining out have been off the table for many. The time saved and money not spent has partly gone into video games and microtransactions, which is also a form of social distancing.
EA has profited significantly from this effect. The stock rose by 34% in 2020, with FIFA 20 being a major revenue driver. In “FIFA Ultimate Team” (FUT) mode, players buy coins and thus loot boxes that contain cards of virtual players to use in their teams and compete against others.
FUT alone made nearly $1.5 billion for EA in fiscal year 2020.
Large consulting firm raises “serious concerns”
Why shareholders refuse: The opposition to the plans comes from several groups and advisors. The consulting firm ISS (Institutional Shareholder Services) has raised “serious concerns.” This is the largest consulting firm for shareholders. They say the executives have already received special bonuses. It is unclear why further bonuses are necessary.
They specifically focus on two managers who have earned too much in recent years:
EA CFO Blake Jorgensen – he reportedly received a $10 million special bonus in addition to his annual $6.5 million bonus in 2017.
And Chief Technology Officer Ken Moss received an additional $7 million to his annual $5.5 million bonus in 2017.
A spokesperson for the group says that “special bonuses” are due at EA while other special bonuses are still being paid out. This is considered unusual and “extremely rare.”
The bosses are already well-compensated as EA’s stock has risen significantly. They’ve already had “big payday days” – to pile on more money is excessive.
Additionally, the spokesperson criticized that executives should not cash in on millions of dollars when they had previously laid off many employees. In March 2019, EA had laid off 350 employees.
This is what EA says: They claim to value shareholders’ opinions and will take their feedback into account during the ongoing evaluation of their compensation plans.
EA is often criticized for how they make money.
EA makes a lot of money through microtransactions. They often rely on a loot box mechanic. Players buy a non-transparent box in hopes that it contains the item they are looking for. This loot box model is now controversial. Critics see it as a form of gambling and want the government to regulate it. However, EA sees it differently:
In Final Fantasy XIV (PC, PS4, Steam) the Patch 5.3 was released today, on August 11, which has made significant changes to the Free2Play access. This means you can explore more of the game and reach a higher level. It’s a good time to check out the game, especially if you are a fan of Final Fantasy or MMORPGs in general.
What changes with the patch?With Patch 5.3 the contents of the base game “A Realm Reborn”, as well as the first expansion “Heavensward”, will be accessible for free to all players. This means you will gain access to hundreds of hours of content.
The included content consists of:
All jobs and classes from the base game including the Dark Knight, Astrologian, and Machinist with a maximum level of 60 (the max level is currently 80)
6 playable races
All quests from A Realm Reborn and Heavensward
The raids “Warring Triad” and “Crystal Tower”, “Void Ark” and “Alexander” on normal and epic difficulties
49 dungeons from ARR and HW
All equipment up to level 60
That’s quite a chunk of content you’re getting without spending a penny. The end of Heavensward currently marks around the halfway point of the entire MMORPG.
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Are there restrictions? There are indeed some restrictions, which mainly concern social aspects, to protect against bots and gold sellers:
You cannot sell anything at the market board
You cannot join guilds
You cannot send friendship requests
You cannot whisper other players
The full list of restrictions can be found on the official FFXIV page (via Lodestone). Also, existing accounts will not benefit from this. If you once had a subscription, you cannot suddenly play the old content without a subscription.
Why is this change still so interesting? The previous trial account of Final Fantasy XIV contained significantly less content and more restrictions. The max level was previously 35, and to really get a sense of the MMORPG, you generally had to take out a subscription. But that is a big barrier for many.
However, the payment barrier is now simply gone for many contents.
Final Fantasy has a large fan base, but some of them refuse to play an MMO. They do not want to travel with other players and depend on them.
However, Final Fantasy XIV offers everything fans desire:
An interesting and truly good story for an MMO
Fun and diverse classes
Many quests and tasks
A great soundtrack
And of course Chocobos!
All fans of JRPGs can be happy, as most content can be completed alone without any problems. Although you will occasionally be thrown into dungeons that you cannot tackle alone, that will automatically group you with other players.
Even in FFXIV, you can look forward to Chocobos.
The only drawbacks are that you basically need a permanent internet connection and of course the subscription model. However, with the expansion of the free content, now is a good time to at least try out this content.
One of the best MMORPGs on the market
If you are a fan of MMORPGs and have avoided or missed Final Fantasy XIV so far, now is a great opportunity to catch up on a wonderful game. Even though many things can be experienced as a solo player, there are also contents for groups and guilds:
Various world bosses
Dungeons with different difficulty levels
Exciting and varied raids, also with different difficulties
Also interesting is the “job system”, which allows you to freely switch between classes with a single character. In the combat system, the MMORPG uses tab targeting, which is not overly dynamic, but still appeals to many fans of the genre.
The ultimate raids are the hardest content in FFXIV.
Additionally, FFXIV receives a new update every 3-4 months, which usually includes new group content. So if you’re quickly into MMORPGs, you at least have the assurance that it’s constantly progressing.
The big summer update 2020 for GTA Online is here and it brings at least 15 new vehicles. We show you all the cars that will be available with the DLC in August.
What kind of update is this? The big summer update that was already announced, is now here and brings fresh air to the world of GTA Online. It introduces new missions, but vehicles will also be unlocked.
The update is already available and first players are downloading it. They have also been eagerly searching for the new vehicles and have shared their findings. Therefore, it is known that there are at least 15 new cars that you can buy from the dealers.
All vehicles from the summer update
These cars are included: We will show you all images of the vehicles that have already been found in the shops below. In total, there are 15.
Especially striking are the 2 open-wheel vehicles, meaning the Formula 1 cars. They were announced in advance and are available in the shop.
If you like to customize your vehicle, you can tune 5 new cars at Benny’s Workshop.
Here are the prices: Below we will show you all the prices for the vehicles in the following table:
Car
Price
Dealer
Benefactor BR8
3,400,000 GTA-Dollars
Legendary Motorsport
Declasse DR1
2,997,000 GTA-Dollars
Legendary Motorsport
Lampadati Tigon
2,310,000 GTA-Dollars
Legendary Motorsport
Invetero Coquette D10
1,510,000 GTA-Dollars
Legendary Motorsport
Maibatsu Penumbra FF
1,380,000 GTA-Dollars
Southern San Andreas
BF Club
1,280,000 GTA-Dollars
Southern San Andreas
Dundreary Landstalker
1,220,000 GTA-Dollars
Southern San Andreas
Imponte Beater Dukes
378,000 GTA-Dollars
Southern San Andreas
Canis Seminole Frontier
678,000 GTA-Dollars
Southern San Andreas
Bravado Gauntlet
615,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
Bravado Youga
195,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
Benefactor Glendale
200,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
Declasse Yosemite
485,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
Vapid Peyote
38,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
Albany Manana
10,000 GTA-Dollars
Benny’s
When will the vehicles be available? If you have downloaded the new update, you can go shopping right away. All vehicles are already available in the shop and can be purchased.
How are the new cars received? Initial reactions to the vehicles are mixed. Many players are excited about the old cars that they can now cruise through Los Santos with. Especially the BF Club, which resembles an old Golf, is well received.
Other players are rather disappointed. On Twitter , Kirame says, for example: “So another update that adds useless cars that aren’t special. Great.”
For FIFA 21, many hoped for a crossplay feature. After all, other games are currently showing how well this can work. Now EA has finally commented on the topic.
Meanwhile, crossplay is appearing in more and more multiplayer titles, making it increasingly natural for many players. Games like Call of Duty Warzone, Fortnite, and Rocket League are leading the way and even allowing mobile players to compete against console players in some cases. Destiny 2 also plans to offer full crossplay by the end of the year.
This is what EA Sports says about crossplay in FIFA 21: In response to a question about crossplay on Twitter, the official EA channel unfortunately had a disappointing answer: “You will not be able to play with different console generations, there will also be no crossplay in FIFA 21”
This confirms that it will not be possible to play on PlayStation 4 against a friend who is playing on PS5 or against friends on other platforms. This means PlayStation players cannot compete against Xbox or PC players – regardless of the console generation.
It is thus certain that there will definitely be no kind of crossplay or cross-generation play in FIFA 21.
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According to EA Sports, however, it is possible to carry over your save data across consoles. This means: PS4 players can transfer their save data to PlayStation 5, and Xbox One owners can transfer their save data to the new Xbox One Series X.
There is still a bit of “crossplay”: EA has also announced on Twitter that PS4 and PS5 will share a FUT transfer market. This means that players can list cards on the transfer market of the PlayStation 4 version of FIFA 21, and PlayStation 5 players can then purchase them.
The reverse should also work.
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It’s definitely a shame about the missing crossplay feature considering the new coop mode in FIFA 21 Ultimate Team. The new mode would have been perfect for playing with friends on different consoles. We remain curious whether EA will finally implement the feature in FIFA 22.
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In The Division 2 today, on August 11th, maintenance will take place on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The servers will be offline for several hours and some bug fixes will be deployed. Here you will find everything important regarding the downtime and the patch notes.
Update 12:42 PM: It actually remained at only 10 minutes more. According to Massive, the maintenance is now finished, and the servers should be online again across all platforms. Have fun and good loot, Agents.
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Why the maintenance? Even after Title Update 10.1 they are diligently working on The Division 2. Today, during the maintenance, some annoying bugs will be fixed and an event of Season 2 will be concluded.
All information about the maintenance on August 11th
These are the important times today: For today’s maintenance, Massive has already published the timeline on Twitter in advance. Here’s how it looks:
The maintenance is scheduled to start at 9:30 AM German time
At the same time, the multi-hour downtime begins, meaning the servers will be offline from then on
According to the plan, the maintenance is set for 3 hours. During this time, you cannot play The Division 2
If no problems occur during the maintenance, the servers should be back online by 12:30 PM German time at the latest
The end of the downtime also marks the end of today’s maintenance
Please note: The timeline and especially the end of the maintenance can indeed shift. Maintenance has often been extended in the past. However, in recent weeks, Massive has also often finished earlier than planned. Should anything change regarding the communicated timeline today, we will update this article accordingly.
The Division 2 Patch Notes for the maintenance on August 11th
This is changing today: The focus of today’s maintenance is to address some annoying bugs – among others from the new raid “Operation: Iron Horse” and Season 2. The following issues will be fixed today:
An issue was fixed where the Global Event Challenge progress was reset when switching to a character that still had progress on a previous event
An issue was fixed where Phase 6 of Morozova was not triggered when the hit points of the Iron Horse were reduced by the “Dilemma of the Negotiator” gear set
An issue causing game crashes for players in connection with the Revived event Delta-03 error was fixed
Battle in Operation: Iron Horse
Furthermore, today’s maintenance ends the “Phoenix Down” clothing event. No further changes or fixes are currently planned for today.
This is a new feature many are waiting for: As Massive recently officially announced, the new Endless mode in a skyscraper will come into the game much earlier than expected with Title Update 11. This is intended to provide more replay value in The Division 2, which many players currently find severely lacking.
With Hood: Outlaws & Legends, you can expect an exciting online game next year, where you conduct robberies in the Middle Ages. This is somewhat reminiscent of the heists from GTA.
What is Hood: Outlaws & Legends?The online game Hood places you in a dark medieval scenario. There, you try to steal the state treasure of a totalitarian government. In these raids, you must act tactically, sneaking but also fighting.
You travel in two teams of four. Each team wants to steal the treasure and competes with the other team. However, in the areas you search for the gold coins, guards are also wandering around, making your life difficult.
Thus, Hood is a PvPvE game where you not only fight against players but also against AI enemies. It is somewhat reminiscent of the multiplayer game Payday 2, but with a medieval setting, or even the heists from GTA.
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In the video, you can see how Hood: Outlaws & Legends plays.
This is not a shooter
What is special about the game? You can choose between four outlaws, each having different abilities and weapons. However, these “classes” have not yet been introduced. However, the gameplay trailer suggests that there are mainly fighters who proceed with firearms and rogues who attack with bows or hidden blades, similar to Assassin’s Creed, from dark hiding spots. Magic also plays a role.
It is important for a team to work well together and for everyone to take their role. Because only if you function well as a team and devise a strategy do you stand a chance of stealing the treasure.
It is also interesting that you cannot simply charge in and fight all enemies. For example, ammunition is severely limited. So you need to think carefully about which enemies to take out and which to sneak around.
Last but not least, it’s not enough just to find the treasure. So once you discover the chests, the game doesn’t end there. You also need to get the gold out of the castle. And that is not so easy. Because the opposing team can still steal the chests from you, and the guards continue to patrol the halls.
What happens to the loot? If you manage to steal the treasure, you can invest your share of the loot in your character. You can buy new weapons and also cosmetic modifications for the dark hero.
When is the game coming out? The release of Hood has only been announced for 2021 on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. The developers have not yet provided a specific date.
In the multiplayer game Hood, you need to stay in the shadows more.
Sneaking to the Target
What speaks for Hood: The multiplayer game takes an exciting approach. It’s not about taking out as many enemies as possible. Because since ammunition is limited, that doesn’t really work.
You need to sneak a lot and require a good tactic to steal the treasure chests. This could bring an interesting dynamic. Players who are used to shooters will have to rethink.
But exactly with this exciting approach Hood: Outlaws & Legends could bring fresh air into the genre.
What speaks against Hood: Currently, there are still many open questions regarding gameplay. The developers have hardly spoken in depth about game mechanics.
How many maps are there?
What different game modes does Hood offer?
How do the classes play?
These are all important questions that remain unanswered. Furthermore, players must also embrace the rather tactical stealth gameplay. It may be that Hood does not appeal to shooter fans.
16-year-old Aden “Zus” Atif from Great Britain struggled with his angry father during the Fortnite Championship Series. His father destroyed his monitor, but the stars of the scene quickly came to help.
This was the situation: The young Fortnite player was fighting for crucial points in the tournament. However, in the middle of a match, his angry father came in and destroyed his screen.
After the desperate boy shared the video on Twitter, two stars of the scene reached out and offered their help.
Fortnite pros provide the boy with a new monitor
This is the clip: On Zus’ Twitter profile, you can see at least the gameplay and hear the voices of the father and son:
The father was angry because he thought that Zus had broken a lamp in the bathroom (via Forbes). Zus maintained his innocence, but nonetheless, his angry father destroyed his monitor.
The whole thing happened in the middle of a round, and the son had built himself in and was hiding from opponents.
After his father was gone, he confessed the story to his teammates. His screen was broken, and he could only see half of it. Nevertheless, the young player put in a solid effort, and in the clip, you can still see two further eliminations, despite the damaged screen.
Later, Zus also posted a picture of his destroyed monitor on Twitter. Indeed, you can only see a jumble of pixels on the right side and no longer the actual image.
Zus then writes that he cannot afford a new monitor and will likely have to end his career.
What happened next? Zus’ tweet reached numerous Fortnite players, and several personalities from the scene also spoke up. Among them is James Banks. He is an esports host, commentator, and a well-known name in the scene.
Banks said he could hear Zus’ pain and would send him a monitor.
Another well-known figure to respond was Jaden “Wolfiez” Ashman. He won over a million dollars at the Fortnite World Cup and is signed with the organization Excel. He also wants to support the young player with a monitor. By the way, Wolfiez experienced a very similar situation. Before his breakthrough, his mother threw out his Xbox. Now he is a millionaire and even buys her a house.
For Zus, the action also brought further benefits. It gained him significantly more reach. Alone on Twitter, hundreds more followers have followed him since the clip. On Twitter, Zus thanks his community politely. He says: “Today, it turned from the worst day to the best.”
The mysterious boxes from Activision can now be opened. Inside was a heavy puzzle about the new Call of Duty 2020, which has now been solved. The solution leads to a website with a date. Will the reveal happen there this week?
Meanwhile, the boxes have been opened. But contrary to what many hoped, they did not find the reveal date or specific information about Call of Duty 2020, which, according to leaks and rumors, will be called Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. However, this information might still follow this week.
Boxes contain a tough puzzle about Call of Duty 2020
What was actually in the boxes? The boxes contained
a cryptic letter
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The individual partners received slides with partly different images.
These show, among other things
cryptic tables
maps of different countries – including Russia, England, and France (possible locations)
a part of the popular Black Ops map Summit
How does everything connect? The slides, the projectors, the letter, the references to the Summit map, and numerous other details – all of this was essentially part of a larger puzzle.
This involved not only the material from the boxes but even extends to the Warzone in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Black Ops 4, or a famous chess match from 1972 between the USA and the former Soviet Union.
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The box puzzle is solved – What do we know now about CoD 2020?
This is the solution to the puzzle: Meanwhile, the puzzle has been solved. And the solution leads to a kind of teaser page – the website pawntakespawn.com.
Currently, not much is happening there. An old, switched-off television is visible. Next to it, there is an old VHS player, a telephone, an old computer, and two chess pieces.
But one detail on the page suggests that something might happen soon – probably still this week. On the video recorder, the display blinks “12:00”. However, if you stay on the page for a while, it blinks “08-14” in between. Many consider this a hint for August 14, so this coming Friday, and that something related to Call of Duty 2020 will happen on that day.
CoD 2020 reveal still this week? A reveal of CoD 2020 on August 14 is rather unlikely.
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Because Activision confirmed to Twitter user NoahJ456 that this puzzle was only the first step of the reveal of the new Call of Duty. By the way, NoahJ456 played a leading role in solving a large part of the puzzle.
At 6 PM German time on August 14, the next step should follow – presumably through further teasers. But it remains exciting, as official movements are finally happening around the highly anticipated Call of Duty 2020. We will definitely keep you updated here on MeinMMO.
Today, on August 11th, the Summer Update 2020 for GTA Online is coming. We will show you what we know about the content and time of the new patch on PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
Today, on August 11th, it has finally arrived, and we already know some first details about the big summer update for GTA Online. We will update the article with new information as soon as it becomes available.
What time does the update come? The update for GTA Online is here, and some players can already download it.
From the experience of the last updates, it shows that these updates are gradually released for the different platforms. Depending on which platform you are playing on, it might take longer to go live.
How big is the update? The summer DLC is now here and is this big:
Update size on PS4: 2.25 GB Update size on Xbox One: 1.94 GB
Important: This is an update that you must download to have access to it in the game.
Contents of the Summer Update
New Missions: Anyone who has purchased a Galaxy Superyacht in GTA Online can look forward to a series of new missions. You can play them however you want – either alone or with up to three crew members.
We have summarized the key information about the new missions so that you can start them right away:
Among them are also some cars that you can get at Benny’s and customize as you like.
But if you’re still lacking the necessary funds for the additional content that the update might bring? Then use these 12 methods to earn money quickly.
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In Valorant the hero selection of the pros in the last tournament Faze Clan Invitational was analyzed. 5 agents performed particularly well, but that could change soon.
Which heroes were chosen how often in the tournament? Among fans and players of Riot’s team shooter Valorant, the tournament “Faze Clan Invitational” from August 7 to 9, 2020 is considered the most exciting esports event in Valorant history. This was mainly due to the many aggressive and creative plays of the participating pros.
This is the current pro selection in FaZe tournament. Source: VLR.gg
5 agents that are always present
Who are the top 5 agents? According to the VLR rating, the top 5 agents currently are:
Cypher
Omen
Sova
Jett
Sage
Cypher – Why he is so popular
The Moroccan spy Cypher has always been a top favorite among professionals, as he can secure flanks and bomb sites solo and turn attacks into hopeless chaos with his traps.
Almost every team has Cypher among them.
Therefore, he has also been played almost always in pro teams recently. His pick rate in the FaZe tournament was a remarkable 92 percent. On the map Haven, where there are three bomb sites, he was even always chosen!
Omen – The optimal “smoker”
The once unpopular agent Omen is currently ranked second and has been included in a team in 69 percent of cases. He was particularly frequently used on the maps Split and Ascent, but less so on Haven and Bind.
Omen is now among the best agents.
Omen impresses mainly with strong smokes, which are used as visibility obstruction and cover. As sniper rifles like the overpowering Operator still dominate the weapon meta, such smokes are essential in Valorant.
Sova – Top scout, except on one map
The hunter Sova once again makes it into the top 5 hero selections. He was chosen in 65% of cases and has high pick rates on almost all maps. Only on the winding map Split was he never selected.
Sova is a good choice on almost all maps.
Sova is particularly strong as a tactical scout, capable of quickly determining whether an opponent is holed up somewhere or preparing to attack with sonar arrows and his owl drone.
Jett – The most popular duelist
Jett was previously found more in the midfield, but this changed since the previous tournament PAX Invitational. Meanwhile, Jett has risen from 44% to a pick rate of 63%.
Jett has once again gained traction with the currently popular aggressive gameplay.
Her fast, aggressive, and versatile gameplay supported the plays popular in the FaZe tournament. Some of the best actions in the competition were based on strong movement and daring maneuvers. And here, Jett is simply unmatched.
Sage – No longer the ultimate choice
Once, the healer Sage was virtually a pick with 100%. Now she only has a rate of 57%. This is partly due to numerous nerfs that brought the once too powerful agent back to ground realities.
Sage is still good, but no longer overpowered.
Nevertheless, Sage is a solid and strong agent who is almost always present on the map Split. Because nothing controls the passage in the center better than her ice wall.
Wait, something is missing: Indeed, the 12th agent in Valorant was not included in the rating. This is because Killjoy was not selectable in the FaZe tournament at the request of Riot. They wanted to analyze the new heroine’s tournament viability more closely. However, if the new agent Killjoy soon enters the tournament meta, she could stir things up with her controversial turrets.
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MeinMMO editor Alexander Leitsch has now spent over 7,500 hours in Guild Wars 2. During this time, he has seen and experienced almost everything. What captivates him so much about the MMORPG?
When I first discovered my first MMORPG in 2006, at the age of 13, it was Guild Wars 1. My mother was absolutely against a monthly subscription; otherwise, I would have probably ended up playing WoW like some of my best friends. In hindsight, however, I don’t regret a second, as I spent thousands of hours in GW1.
So when the sequel was announced in 2009, I was understandably thrilled. Although I tried many other games during the transition, including Aion, LOTRO, or SWTOR, I kept returning to GW1 – even this game from ArenaNet fascinated me.
In August 2012, Guild Wars 2 was finally released, and for me, another career began alongside the game. I founded the fan site Guildnews.de, which I managed until February 2020, and I was a streamer and YouTuber for the game. I wrote guides and did pretty much everything that is possible in Guild Wars 2.
Even today, after over 7,500 hours of gameplay and without the fan site, I still play the MMORPG regularly. But what exactly fascinates me about it? And what can one still engage in?
The constant curiosity about what comes next
Guild Wars 2 releases a new content update every 2 months with gameplay content in the form of:
New story
A new area
New achievements
New skins and rewards
Since I am closely connected to the game and the lore, it is a given that I play every update. Although the new story usually occupies only 2 to 3 hours, there are always new activities or achievements to keep busy with.
Anyone who wants to take part in all these contents and events has to log in and play regularly. For those who want to earn all the rewards from these updates, a significant time investment is required.
This means for me that Guild Wars 2 will continue for a long time, and I definitely want to know how the story will take us to a new continent. Even though I already know that some steps need to be taken that I don’t like:
Even after 7,500 hours of gameplay, there are things that are still not done. I now have 13 characters at the maximum level, and each of them is fully equipped with the best armor. I have leveled all the professions and unlocked almost all available recipes.
But still, there are many things I have not achieved yet:
I “only” have 35,220 achievement points. I am missing many accomplishments from the two newest episodes, but also from raids, collections, or in WvW. In comparison, other players have already surpassed the 43,000 mark.
I have yet to complete the raid “Hall of Chains”.
I am missing numerous legendary weapons, colors, and generally many skins.
I wanted to make it into the top 100 in a PvP season.
This list could be extended with many more things.
What is certain is that I would still need thousands of more hours to complete just those mentioned here.
To this day, I have not defeated Dhuum nor claimed the throne.
Fun at huge world events
Even after 8 years, I enjoy launching Guild Wars 2 to tackle world bosses and world events. These are tasks that can involve up to 100 players.
Highlights are world bosses like Tequatl or the Shatterer, as well as long event chains, especially found in the Heart of Thorns expansion.
It’s not just the rewards that are interesting, but the feeling of encountering a massive and threatening enemy that can only be defeated together and with strategy. Even though the strategies are usually simple and the bosses are “zerged down”, it is always fun!
Tequatl can only be defeated by a larger group of players. It is not possible to do it with just 10 players or even alone.
The PvP
This point is quickly covered. Even though I’ve fallen out of practice a bit in recent months, PvP has long been my favorite activity.
Seasons and the associated leaderboards create a certain appeal. Guild Wars 2 holds seasons that last 8 weeks and allow players to earn special rewards.
There are also automated tournaments that take place daily, culminating in a monthly tournament. Whoever wins gets not only a lot of in-game currency but also a statue of themselves in the PvP hub. This is then replaced during the next monthly tournament when someone else wins.
The social component
Guild Wars 2 has accompanied me for many years. Many of my best friends I have met through the MMORPG, and we also discuss the development of the game. Additionally, I have a guild that organizes events, and I know many people from the game.
Whenever I log in, a conversation usually starts. And that is great. I take people with me to my home instance or help them with achievements.
The most fun in MMORPGs comes from being in a guild or group.
The global GW2 community: Besides my own guild and my surroundings, the entire community is also fun. It is important when wanting to participate in the world events mentioned above, but it also stands united when problems arise:
Consequently, the social component plays an important role.
The work
Even though Guild Wars 2 is currently not receiving major updates, there are still regular news and guides to be written here on MeinMMO. Additionally, one is in contact with the developers and receives previews, like with the patch “No Mercy”.
There are moments where experience and knowledge stand out or where I can even create a guide during work hours, like Breaks without truly being away
The mounts, another big highlight of GW2, each have a special feature.
So when I take a break, I may not really rack up game hours, but I can jump right into the latest content. Without these hurdles, whether gear or subscription, I am never deterred from the game. That’s why, after 7,500 hours, I still enjoy diving into the MMORPG again and again.
