Destiny 2: Weekly Reset on 17.03. – New Activities and Challenges

Today, March 17, the Weekly Reset takes place in Destiny 2 . The weekly activities rotate and there are new Nightfall Strikes as well as a fresh Flashpoint for the Guardians. But what else is there to do?

What is happening in Destiny 2? Season 10 is in full swing and brings new content to the game this week as well. Today, the quest for the exotic shotgun of the 4th Horseman begins.

Many players are also busy with additional new content. This includes the Seraph Bunkers. We’ll tell you how they work here:

In addition, the Trials of Osiris are coming up again next weekend. Accordingly, we have conducted an interview with Bungie.

But what else does the new week hold for the Guardians?

The key information about the weekly activities from 03/17 to 03/24.

These Nightfalls are available: In the regular Nightfall (power level 820), you can choose from these Nightfalls:

  • Shadow Sea
  • The Twisted Spire
  • The Dying Core

In Nightfall: The Trials you can complete the Strike

  • Exodus Crash

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Strikes and story missions are available with these modifiers:

  • Solar Singe
  • Grounded
  • Brutalizer

Note: The Singe modifier remains active for the entire week, while the other modifiers change daily.

Crucible: The following modes and playlists are available in PvP:

  • Private Match (Core Playlist)
  • Rumble (Core Playlist)
  • Control (Core Playlist)
  • Team Scorched (Rotation Playlist)
  • Countdown (Rotation Playlist)
  • Elimination (Core Playlist)
  • Survival (Core Playlist)
  • Survival: Freelance (Core Playlist)
  • Classic Mix (Core Playlist)

Fate: These modifiers are active:

  • Void Singe
  • Grenadier

Escalation Protocol: This weapon is available on Mars during the Escalation Protocol:

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Flashpoint: You can find the current Flashpoint on:

  • Mercury

Petra Venj can be found (Curse Week 2) for a week directly at the landing zone of the Dreaming City. You can also tackle the 3rd Ascendant Challenge .

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These are the sources for Powerful Loot in Season 10 of Destiny 2

This is how Powerful Loot is structured in Destiny 2: Powerful Loot comes in several tiers that provide different power boosts. Accordingly, higher tiers give you higher power boosts.

  • Tier 1 (up to +3 above the current power level)
  • Tier 2 (up to +4 above the current power level)
  • Tier 3 (up to +5 above the current power level)
  • Top Gear (+5 or more above the power level. The only gear that goes above 1000 and up to a maximum of 1010. 

Note: Power levels gained through the seasonal artifact are not taken into account for the calculation of your drop power levels. Here, the average of the gear and weapons is decisive.

Sources for Powerful Loot in Season 10: If you already know of other sources, or if we have made mistakes here, please help us in the comments.

Tier 1:

  • Weekly Flashpoint
  • Primus Engrams
  • Weaponsmith Bounties – Complete 8 of his bounties
  • weekly story mission: Lunas Call from Eris
  • Complete 3x Nightmare Hunts
  • Zavala’s Vanguard Bounties – Complete 8 of his bounties
  • Complete 3x Vanguard Strikes
  • Complete 5x Nightfall: The Trials. Higher difficulty levels grant more progress
  • Crucible for 4 matches in a core playlist
  • Crucible for 4 matches in a rotation playlist
  • Shaxx’s Crucible Bounties – Complete 8 of his bounties
  • Gambit Bounties from the Drifter – Complete 8 of his bounties
  • Every full rank increase in Gambit or Crucible

Tier 2:

  • Weekly matches in Gambit – Complete 3 games in Gambit or Gambit Prime
  • Clan reward from Hawthorne

Tier 3:

  • Seraph Bunker
  • Trials of Osiris

Top Gear:

  • Raid “Garden of Salvation”
  • Nightfall: The Trials with a team score of 100,000 or more
  • Nightmare Hunt (Grandmaster)
  • Dungeon (Pit of Heresy)
  • Trials of Osiris
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Dust of Glimmer Highlights of the Eververse

These are the Glimmer highlights of this week:

  • The exotic emote “Paper Crane”
  • The exotic emote “Touchdown”
  • The exotic ship “Tachyon-4”
  • The exotic ship “Invocation of the Holy”
  • The exotic ghost shell “Traitor Primus Shell”
  • The exotic sparrow “Steady Speed”
  • The exotic weapon ornament for tractor cannon “Abyssal Scream”
  • The exotic weapon ornament for Bastion “Family Tree Remembrance”

In Season 10, there are also ongoing issues with weapon balance. You can find out more about it here:

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GTA Online is now giving away 1 million GTA dollars with Twitch Prime

Do you want to earn a million GTA dollars in GTA Online almost for free? With Twitch Prime, it’s possible now. We’ll show you what you need to do.

What’s happening in GTA 5 Online? It’s that time again: The developers are giving you a lot of money. And you don’t have to do anything spectacular, just be a Twitch Prime user. We’ll show you what this brings and how to use Twitch Prime for free.

1 million dollars for free – but how?

How does it work? If you have a Twitch Prime account, you need to link it to your Social Club account. It’s really easy.

  • Log in to the Twitch Prime website
  • Select the 1 million dollars in GTA Online under Games and Loot
  • Link your account with the Social Club account
  • Now you’re qualified

When will I receive the money? Within 72 hours after linking or logging in to GTA Online, the money will be credited to you. You will notice it through a prominent message you receive when logging into the online world.

You have until March 31, 2020, to qualify – so hurry up.

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Grab this money gift!

What can you buy with it? If you just started with GTA Online, you should consider these beginner cars.

If you already have more money in your account and want to add a real racing car to your collection, check out the fastest cars in GTA Online.

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Twitch Prime for free? You can also use Twitch’s Prime offer for 30 days for free. This way, you get the million dollars practically for free, without having to spend any money. We’ll show you how to test Twitch Prime for free here.

… and if you’re already online

What else is there to do? Right now, you can obtain one of the best motorcycles for free in GTA Online. The Nagasaki Shotaro is a real eye-catcher on the streets with its bright colors. Additionally, it is really fast and has the potential to win many races. You just need to win it with a spin at the casino.

The good thing is: Players are said to have found a method to win the motorcycle easily. This spin is said to guarantee the podium vehicle in the casino.

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He wants to teach his girlfriend ESO in quarantine – gets tons of tips

The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is a versatile game that can be quite overwhelming at first. A user on Reddit recently asked how he can introduce his girlfriend to the MMORPG during the Corona quarantine. He is looking for tips for an optimal gaming experience for his loved one.

This sweet story behind it: The Reddit user SubOathshot reached out to the community with a question (via Reddit). He is in quarantine with his girlfriend due to the Coronavirus. So they are lonely together and looking for an activity. Playing games is perfect for that. His girlfriend is a gaming beginner but is interested in MMORPGs and a big Lord of the Rings fan.

Therefore, SubOathshot has tried out several games with her, and ESO was her favorite. To ensure his girlfriend has an optimal gaming experience, he is now asking the community for tips. They are thrilled by the player’s thoughtfulness and are happy to help.

What is ESO anyway? The Elder Scrolls Online takes place in a fantasy world called Tamriel. It is indeed an MMORPG, but not in the traditional sense. The unique thing is: You play ESO like Skyrim, not like WoW. You are not restricted to one area for your level but are completely free to quest and explore.

ESO also impresses with its unique story, voiced quests, and a beautiful game world that is already known in parts from older Elder Scrolls games. Therefore, both MMORPG and Skyrim fans can enjoy themselves here. You can experience a lot as a solo player or together with others: More info on why you should start with ESO now can be found here – It is undoubtedly one of the best MMORPGs.

Helpful Tips from the Community

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In ESO you have up to 10 different races to choose from

1. Put yourself in the beginner’s shoes

When starting an MMORPG, it can initially look very complicated. There are quests everywhere, and there are plenty of skills to read about. Players need to decide which path they want to take, which skill tree, which weapon. Therefore, the community advises him to be patient with his girlfriend.

Let her explore the world in her own way.

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Especially with ESO, the class and weapon system is very extensive. Players can use all armors and weapons with any class. It is also possible to equip a wizard with heavy armor and an axe.

Moreover, the areas offer much to explore. There are dungeons, viewpoints, and more to discover. Therefore, his girlfriend should set the pace, and he must not overwhelm her with explanations. This also includes not throwing around technical terms.

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2. Support for the Start

To get the best gaming experience for his girlfriend, the community on Reddit advises him to create a new character. He should start from scratch with her and experience everything together.

Creating a new character would make things much easier. That way, you are always on the same page, and you don’t have to look things up.

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He should also keep a low profile. It would be best if he creates a tank or healer. That way, he can still lend a hand to his girlfriend and make leveling easier for her. If she has questions, but only then, he should explain things to her. We have already mentioned the topic of overwhelming with explanations.

Additionally, leveling goes faster in pairs. In a group of two, players in ESO receive an extra bonus. Therefore, it makes sense to explore Tamriel with a partner.

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The video from our sister “GameStar” describes the development of ESO and what makes it special very well.

3. Beautiful Starting Areas for the Lord of the Rings Fan

Finally, the players have tips for a suitable starting area for his girlfriend. One mentioned is Summerset. With its picturesque landscapes and the capital Alinor, it provides the perfect backdrop for the fantasy fan.

Additionally, the starting area of the Dominion with its many elves and forests is recommended:

Many high elves, beautiful marble buildings, tree cities, even more elves…

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Here, the freshly baked gaming couple should also feel right at home. Of course, there are many other beautiful corners to discover in ESO, Tamriel will soon be fully explored. But they have to start somewhere.

No matter where the players start, it is advisable to first get the starting quest from ESO in one of the capitals. The quest giver will ask you to speak with the patron and ends in Coldharbour. There begins the story and thus the journey through the versatile Tamriel.

And if you also feel like starting in ESO, we have a few beginner guides for you:

Additionally, leveling goes faster in pairs. In a group of two, players in ESO receive an extra bonus. Therefore, it makes sense to explore Tamriel with a partner.

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The video from our sister “GameStar” describes the development of ESO and what makes it special very well.

3. Beautiful Starting Areas for the Lord of the Rings Fan

Finally, the players have tips for a suitable starting area for his girlfriend. One mentioned is Summerset. With its picturesque landscapes and the capital Alinor, it provides the perfect backdrop for the fantasy fan.

Additionally, the starting area of the Dominion with its many elves and forests is recommended:

Many high elves, beautiful marble buildings, tree cities, even more elves…

BuildingAirships via Reddit

Here, the freshly baked gaming couple should also feel right at home. Of course, there are many other beautiful corners to discover in ESO, Tamriel will soon be fully explored. But they have to start somewhere.

No matter where the players start, it is advisable to first get the starting quest from ESO in one of the capitals. The quest giver will ask you to speak with the patron and ends in Coldharbour. There begins the story and thus the journey through the versatile Tamriel.

And if you also feel like starting in ESO, we have a few beginner guides for you:

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Guild Wars 2: Here’s how to get the new Rune Armors and Legion Weapons

The MMORPG Guild Wars 2 released a patch today with new content. In addition to the story, new armors and weapons have been introduced. We’ll tell you how to get them.

What did the new update bring? The visions of the past brought new story missions around the character Ryland Steelcatcher, as well as old story content from Living World Season 1.

Moreover, the Eye of the North has been reworked and new gear has been introduced:

  • The new Rune Armor
  • The Rune Cloak
  • The Stone Summit Armor
  • New Legion Weapons
  • The Steel Brigade Banner
  • 5 new miniatures

We’ll show you what the gear looks like and where to get it.

The Rune Armor

What does the Rune Armor look like? The Rune Armor resembles a heavy tank and covers your character nearly completely. While light, medium, and heavy armor differ, the theme is recognizable in all of them.

Where can you get the Rune Armor? The Rune Armor can be purchased from Berghild, an NPC in the Eye of the North. A full set costs either:

  • 750 Gold and 350,000 Karma.
  • or a victory over specific bosses (1 kill per item) and 350,000 Karma.

You have the choice of how you want to get the new armor.

What about the back piece? In addition to the armor, there is also a new back piece, the Rune Cloak. You receive this when you complete one of the collections for the new Legion Weapons (further down in this guide).

GW2 Rune Cloak

The Stone Summit Armor

What does the Stone Summit Armor look like? This new armor currently consists of only four pieces. Chest and pants are not available. Visually, it strongly resembles armor worn by armored dwarfs and looks identical across all armor classes.

The new Stone Summit Armor – However, chest and pants are currently missing from the game

How to get the Stone Summit Armor? Apparently, you get the armor pieces randomly in the attack missions.

The Legion Weapons

What do the Legion Weapons look like? With the patch, five Legion Weapons have been introduced, all with the same base skin, which has been slightly adjusted according to each Legion. Currently, there are:

  • Rifle
  • Greatsword
  • Pistol
  • Sword
  • Staff

Especially the greatsword looks really cool visually. In the images, you can see the fully upgraded weapon skins.

Steel Brigade

Ash Legion

Iron Legion

Blood Legion

Flame Legion

How to obtain the Legion Weapons? To obtain the new weapons, you must complete collections. These always revolve around the respective platoon member of Ryland Steelcatcher (you can find the collections in the chronicle under “Visions of the Past: Steel and Fire”).

For the collection, you first need to find the Blood Legion skin. You can obtain this from the chest in the Eye of the North, for which you can earn keys through attack missions.

Once you have the Blood Skin, you need to complete some tasks for the respective collection. Throughout the collection, you passively receive the Ash Legion Skin, the Flame Legion Skin, and receive a recipe for the Iron Legion Skin.

At the very end, you will always find the Steel Legion Skin, which looks particularly spectacular. Additionally, you earn 10 achievement points for each collection.

The Steel Brigade Banner

What does the Steel Brigade Banner look like? This banner is a back skin that has the shape of a shield. Attached to it is a banner of the new Steel Brigade.

GW2 Steel Brigade Banner back piece

How to get the Steel Brigade Banner? For this back piece, you must complete the meta achievement of “Visions of the Past”.

Miniatures of the Steel Brigade

What are these miniatures? The miniatures are members of the Steel Brigade that you accompany in missions from the Visions of the Past.

How to obtain the miniatures? For each miniature, you need to complete a specific achievement. Afterwards, you can buy them from the Karma vendor in the Eye of the North. The vendor will also tell you which achievement it is.

Eye of the North as a new hub

What else did the update bring? In addition to the new gear, the Eye of the North has been reworked so that you can use it as a small hub.

Through the portal in the middle, you can enter any attack mission that has been introduced since the start of the Icebrood Saga. Additionally, you can buy expansions for the location from a vendor, including crafting stations, trading posts, and a bank.

Overall, Guild Wars 2 is developing very well this year:

  • There is already a roadmap for the next 3 months.
  • A third expansion has also been announced, which our author Alexander Leitsch does not find appealing from the setting.
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“I trust him with CS:GO” – We interviewed the father-son duo about their Twitch stream

A week ago, two members of the MeinMMO community won a trip to Finland for an event by OnePlus. The winners were a father-son duo who run a Twitch channel together. Our author Irina Moritz accompanied them and asked them a few questions about their streaming everyday life.

In collaboration with OnePlus, we launched a giveaway on MeinMMO at the beginning of March. Thanks to the paid partnership, you had the opportunity to win a trip to Finland for the Snowbots event by OnePlus.

The winners were accompanied by yours truly and were able to try various winter activities together with the winners of other community giveaways in Finland.

Who were the winners? In our giveaway, the reader Andreas won, who was able to bring his son AJ as a companion.

  • Andreas works in marketing,
  • while AJ, like all kids his age, still goes to school.

Together they also run a streaming channel on Twitch, which revolves around their concept of “father-son streams”. AJ is a talented shooter player, so he and his father have embraced the theme of e-sports.

I found it exciting that Andreas and AJ run a streaming channel together and even want to enter e-sports professionally. That’s why I asked them about it during our journey together.

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Here you can see AJ and Andreas in Finland.

It all started with Lego, Minecraft, and Fortnite

First of all, I was naturally interested in how the idea of streaming together was born. Andreas explained it to me in our conversation:

I worked professionally in marketing and also in influencer marketing […] That’s why I dealt with the topic more intensively.

That means we watched a lot of YouTube at home, watched many streams, looked at influencers we could potentially collaborate with. And AJ always watched along.

Since Andreas was also trying out various new media channels, he and AJ decided to give Twitch a chance as well. They enjoyed it so much that they decided to pursue it further.

For AJ, it was something special:

It was my passion. I really liked it, it was fun. When others play football, I play my games.

It started with a Lego game. Lego Marvel’s Avengers, I think. Then we went to Minecraft, then to Fortnite, to CS: GO and I stayed with it.

AJ

From Minecraft and Fortnite to CS:GO

Now AJ is obviously very young. The age of AJ is kept secret by the two streamers, and they also do not reveal which grade he is in.

They believe that knowing the age wouldn’t make the stream any better or worse for the viewers. It also has to do with the fact that the topic of streaming and e-sports has not yet arrived in society, and people cannot cope with it properly, according to Andreas.

We have also addressed the topic here on MeinMMO:

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While it is perfectly normal for kids today to play games like Minecraft and especially Fortnite in their free time, I was a bit surprised when AJ also mentioned CS:GO in his list above. According to the USK, CS:GO is only rated for ages 16 and up. Even though AJ’s age is not revealed, it is clear that he has a few more years before he reaches 16.

I wondered where the decision to play CS:GO came from, given that AJ is still so young.

This is how Andreas and AJ got into CS:GO: The suggestion that he should try the Valve shooter came from a viewer with whom AJ had played a few rounds of Fortnite in duo:

One time, someone came into the chat while we were still playing Fortnite and said, “Hey, you’re actually quite good, why don’t you try out CS:GO?”

AJ

Andreas believes his son can definitely handle a game like CS:GO properly. Regardless of the fact that he has not yet reached the recommended age by the USK.

This is partly because Andreas is always present during the streams and keeps a close eye on what his son is doing in the game. The streams are also discussed and evaluated afterwards:

  • What went well?
  • What didn’t go so well?
  • What could be improved?
  • How could we prevent it from not going so well?

Above all, Andreas strictly ensures that no one behaves poorly in the stream. AJ should learn to deal with defeats sportingly and not let them throw him off.

This also applies to his gaming partners. Father and son both believe that playing with others in a team is more fun, but as Andreas stated, “I’m completely unsuitable for games,” AJ plays with people from his chat.

However, they must adhere to the rules. If someone starts to behave poorly or throw around insults, they will not be invited again.

Another reason is that they view CS:GO as a “sport,” as a strategic game in which teamwork is important. And this also includes behaving professionally and not being rude.

I don’t worry at all because I see it as e-sport and not as a “shooter game.” As a tactical and strategic game where you have to work with your team and not just run around to kill everyone.

Andreas

This is how education is handled: Andreas also has confidence in AJ’s development so far:

It comes from my professional life that I said from the very beginning, I make no distinction between an intern and a full-time employee. Everyone is equal. 

And that’s how I handled AJ’s upbringing too, that I said, “Everyone is equal.” Whether at home, behind the camera, he has just as many rights to speak as an adult. The classic “Now the adults are talking, you must be quiet” does not exist with us. 

That’s why I think AJ is already much further in his head. Because he has asked questions that we have answered instead of saying, “Here, you will learn this later.” On average, he is estimated to be 3 years older than he actually is.

Andreas

To the relief of both, their community reacted positively to the switch from Fortnite to CS:GO, for which they were very grateful to their viewers.

Since the shooter was well received by the people and AJ also enjoyed it, it was decided to stick with it.

Some play football, others play CS:GO

A proper streaming channel naturally has impacts on everyday life, especially for children. In the past, we reported on young Fortnite pro gamers who were taken out of school by their parents to train more.

But in the case of Andreas and AJ, school must not be neglected. Even though the two are very ambitious in their e-sport plans, they ensure that everything runs smoothly at school. AJ said about this:

My academic performance is actually quite good. I just recently wrote a 2+. I do my homework and study, which is why I got the 2+! Just like all other children.

AJ

The father-son duo sees no difference between streaming and “traditional” leisure activities for children. Andreas said:

If a child goes to football training 3-4 times a week, it’s nothing different than if we turn on the stream. […]

And that’s how I’m always involved in the streams. It’s fun father-son time that we spend together. […] I observe the chat that runs on the side, answer questions, coordinate a bit, but I always have the opportunity to do something else in the meantime.

Even the mother fully supports the streaming and enjoys watching the two. Without her consent, streaming would not have been possible, Andreas laughed.

This is what happens with the money earned: Twitch offers streamers various ways to make money from their content. You can also subscribe to Andreas and AJ’s channel.

For the money earned, the two have very forward-looking plans. Andreas said:

AJ gets the money 100%, and all the expenses we have for the stream are covered by me personally. It’s like when the little one needs new football shoes or a sports suit. And so I cover the costs for the stream and everything we earn goes into AJ’s savings account for his driver’s license or his first car.

The father has been accused in the past of “only exploiting his son for clicks” or to earn extra money. But both Andreas and AJ emphasize that for them, the streaming channel is primarily about having fun together.

The money earned is a bonus that flows into long-term planning.

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AJ streaming

MeinMMO as a place to find new games

In the end, I asked Andreas how he even got to MeinMMO and became part of our community. He told me that it happened during his research on Fortnite, which AJ was extensively playing at the time.

Fortnite is a game that frequently receives updates: balancing patches, new skins, events, etc. There’s a lot going on there, and the father-son duo wanted to be well-informed about it.

Over time, however, their focus changed.

Staying on the site was more about me looking for variety. For example, if he [AJ] doesn’t feel like playing Fortnite or CS:GO.

So we wanted to see what other games were out there left and right, that we could discover and showcase. And that was the background, to see what else is happening in the multiplayer area. […]  

What I really like to check out are new introductions of games. If something catches my interest, when something new is happening on the market, a new game is coming out, or new information about a game. That’s the area I’m looking at.

Andreas

The conversation with AJ and Andreas will stay in my good memory. It was exciting to learn more about their streaming everyday life as a father-son duo, which is why I am happy to share the conversation with you here.

Nowadays, it is not all that unusual for young kids to step into streaming and e-sports.

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DOOM Eternal Review – What first reviews say on Metacritic

The embargo for reviews of DOOM Eternal has finally lifted, and many websites are now reporting their tests. We show you how the international press rates the first major shooter of 2020.

The biggest plus point – excitement every second: The press reviews almost unanimously praise DOOM Eternal for being packed with excitement from start to finish. Players must constantly fend off attacking demons without biting the dust while making crucial decisions.

It is important to choose how each enemy is killed to replenish health, ammunition, or shields.

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The way you dismember enemies is important for the tactics. And it looks great, of course.

The long-term motivation is also often praised. DOOM Eternal is full of content that ensures it remains exciting over the long term.

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What rating is there? DOOM Eternal will be released on March 20 for PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, and Google Stadia. Accordingly, various versions have been rated with different scores:

The ratings at a glance

Since there are over 50 ratings in total, we have only listed the ratings for PC here, as it has the most reviews. However, the scores do not vary widely. Here are the currently available ratings (as of March 17 at 4 PM):

  • Cubed3: 100 points
  • Cultured Vultures: 100 points
  • Atomix: 95 points
  • AusGamers: 95 points
  • 3DJuegos: 95 points
  • Vandal: 95 points
  • PC Gamer: 94 points
  • Everyeye.it: 92 points
  • 4Players.de: 91 points
  • Gamer.nl: 90 points
  • PCGamesN: 90 points
  • Jeuxvideo.com: 90 points
  • XGN: 90 points
  • Gamer.no: 90 points
  • GameStar: 88 points
  • Multiplayer.it: 88 points
  • GameWatcher: 85 points
  • Millenium: 84 points
  • GameSpot: 80 points
  • Shacknews: 80 points
  • GAMINGbible: 80 points

What the first reviews say

Let’s take a quick look at what the international press thinks of DOOM Eternal. We have briefly summarized the opinions for you:

“It makes everything else look dull in comparison” – Cubed3

One of the best ratings has been given by the website Cubed3 with 100 points. It mainly emphasizes that DOOM Eternal is not just another installment in a series:

This is not just a sequel. The demons are much more aggressive, their legions have been reinforced with new villains, and the Slayer has become an even more dangerous adversary with even more ways to destroy anything in his path.

Source: Cubed3
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Fancy a giant laser sword? Sure, the Slayer has it!

“One of the most intense shooters of all time” – PC Gamer

PC Gamer is a well-known representative for gaming reviews on PC and praises DOOM Eternal for its challenging difficulty, which has also been noted by our author Benedict Grothaus during the preview:

DOOM Eternal is one of the most challenging arena shooters I have ever played. A game that demands all the muscle memory in my right forearm and my left fingertips […] It’s bright and loud, super brutal, yet tastefully refined.

Source: PCGamer

“A shooter like champagne” – GameStar

For the colleagues at GameStar, DOOM Eternal is clearly an excellent game, where the action is at the forefront, but surprisingly much story plays a role, which has already delighted fans:

While Doom (2016) merely hints at the backgrounds of the demon invasion and the Doom Slayer, Eternal delves deeply into them. Like in Dark Souls, you come across a huge wealth of names, places, history, and stories, bombarded with terms like Argent D’Nur, Night Sentinels, Icon of Sin, Khan Maykr, and more. You even find very, very cool connections to the original DOOMs from the 90s!

Read the full review of GameStar on DOOM Eternal here. To illustrate, you will also find a video from GameStar with the review:

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“More brutal, bloody, better” – GamePro (PS4)

DOOM Eternal is also very well received by the colleagues at GamePro. It is particularly praised for offering depth and long-term motivation:

Even after thousands of demons I have sent to the afterlife during my time with Doom Eternal, the fun of the clever shooting never waned. The thought of ramping up the difficulty and getting better constantly motivates immensely. Feeling that it becomes increasingly easier to dominate even the largest horde of enemies is incredibly rewarding. Combined with the outstanding presentation, Doom Eternal is already a contender for the best shooter of the year.

Read the full review of GamePro on DOOM Eternal here.

“A feast of ultra-brutality” – Gamesradar (Xbox One)

The only review so far that is not rated as “positive” with a score of 70, comes from Gamesradar. Although many of the good aspects are also highlighted, Gamesradar points out issues with gameplay flow:

There are a handful of enemy types that bring the game to a screeching halt. For DOOM Eternal to work, it needs to give you time between managing multiple enemy types and the edge of being overwhelmed […] And then comes the Marauder (a brand new demon in Eternal) or an Archvile, super-heavy enemies that are simply not fun to fight against.

Source: Gamesradar
DOOM Eternal Marauder
The Marauder has apparently disrupted the flow of the game a bit.

“One of the best FPS campaigns in years” – IGN

The review from the largest gaming website in the world, IGN is not yet included in the Metascore. Nevertheless, IGN rates it with 9/10 points and praises the complexity of the game:

Some great games are tricky challenges in careful detail, while others are just mindless fun, but DOOM Eternal is the best of both. […]

If you can’t keep up with it, it will keep up with you. It continuously teaches you to play faster, smarter, and more efficiently, with plenty of options along the way to tailor your personal battle style. And it’s just an absolute blast.

Even though you have to wait a few more days, you already know: You definitely want DOOM Eternal.

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  1. Metacritic

LoL cancels European league due to Corona, brings it back online now

On March 13, the next match day of the European League of Legends league LEC was supposed to take place. However, while viewers were eagerly waiting in the stream, it was canceled – due to Corona.

Update March 17: Via Twitter, the LEC announced their return. Starting this Friday, March 20, the European LoL league will be held online. This is expected to apply for the entire remaining Spring Split.

For viewers at home, not much changes. However, the question remains whether everything will go smoothly for the participants without internet issues. Most teams will participate from their location in Berlin. Only Team Origin will stay at the training center in Copenhagen.

What happened? At 5:00 PM on Friday evening, the livestream for the LoL league LEC started as usual. A countdown was shown, signaling the start of the coverage. During this time, recap videos were continuously displayed.

But the live event did not take place. Instead, Riot Games announced that the LEC would be suspended for the time being. They cited that one of the employees was suspected of having COVID-19. That person is currently in quarantine, which led to the cancellation of the entire event.

When the league will continue is currently unknown. Meanwhile, a tweet has been published that explains the situation in more detail. It also emphasizes that there is currently no confirmed case:

How was the cancellation received? During the countdown, many viewers had already gathered in various streams for the LEC. However, they waited in vain for the countdown to end.

In the chat, there was a lot of understanding for the situation, with only a few exceptions complaining or being rude in the chat. On reddit, the user MedicCasts reports the events from the perspective of the shoutcasters, who were also looking forward to the event:

That’s really unfortunate. Yes, really. All the casters and the teams behind them were ready. We only received the news shortly before the streams were supposed to begin.

I know it’s the right decision, but that doesn’t make it any easier for us.

However, even before the cancellation of the livestream, precautions had been taken to stop the spread of the coronavirus around the LEC.

Ghost Games and No Handshakes

What did Riot do regarding the virus? The canceled match day was supposed to take place, but with one caveat: The audience was disinvited. Just like in football, “ghost games” were planned.

However, there were also instructions for the professionals. It was advised to forgo the usual handshake at the end of a match.

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Perkz and Caps, two LoL players from the successful team G2 Esports, who will not be playing LoL for the time being

What’s next? Many users on reddit anticipate that the leagues from America and Korea will soon make adjustments due to Corona.

They are also discussing whether the LEC could be held online, as it is currently the case with the Chinese LPL.

Whether that is a good idea remains to be seen:

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Pokémon GO: Kobalion returns today – Is it worth it finally?

In Pokémon GO there is a new Raid Boss to fight starting this evening. Kobalium returns and brings a new attack. We’ll tell you if it’s finally worth it.

When does Kobalium arrive? The legendary Pokémon returns today, March 17, at 10:00 PM. As there will be no more raids in Germany at that time, it will be available here basically starting tomorrow. It will remain available until March 23 at 10:00 PM.

Kobalium will appear for the first time as Shiny and knows the move Sanctoklinge.

Kobalium has been useless – Is it better now?

Are Kobalium Raids worth it now? Until now, Kobalium was one of the weakest legendary Pokémon in the game. It was not useful for raids or PvP.

Now things are changing a bit. At least the Shiny version of Kobalium should attract some trainers and persuade them to participate in raids. Additionally, the exclusive move makes Kobalium significantly stronger.

Kobalium

How strong is Kobalium with Sanctoklinge? As a Fighting attacker, Kobalium becomes significantly stronger. However, the problem is that it does not know any Fighting-type fast move and is therefore much weaker in this type, than other competitors.

Lucario or Meistagrif remain significantly better. Nevertheless, Kobalium is now more usable and may not be a bad choice, especially for beginners, if you have no other alternatives.

What is the chance of getting a Shiny? The Shiny rate for legendary Pokémon is usually 1 in 19. In theory, you would have to do 19 raids to obtain a Shiny.

Pokémon GO Kobalium Normal Shiny
On the left is the normal Kobalium and on the right is the Shiny version

How to counter Kobalium? The legendary Pokémon has weaknesses to Fighting, Fire, and Ground. The best counters are Skelabra, Lohgock, and Lavados. However, this does not consider the Crypto Pokémon, which are now significantly stronger.

You can find the exact counter guide for Kobalium here.

The legendary Pokémon can be defeated with 3 solid players. This is even possible at Level 30.

What else is happening in Pokémon GO? Especially the coronavirus is the dominating topic in Pokémon GO:

Please note that there is currently a risk of contracting the coronavirus for yourself and others. The Federal Center for Health Education recommends staying home as much as possible, keeping distance from others, and avoiding crowds. Niantic has implemented various measures so that you can play Pokémon GO from home.

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  1. reddit

This is the best accessory for the Nintendo Switch 2020

Pro Controller Nintendo Switch bundles, games, and accessories sets. There are many exciting ideas for the Nintendo Switch. But which accessories are the most sensible for your console?

What accessories do you need for the Nintendo Switch? For the Nintendo Switch, there is now a variety of accessories from Nintendo and third-party vendors. In this article, we will present to you which equipment you can currently get for your console and which of it is advisable.

Therefore, in our article, we will address the following questions and sections:

  • Which controllers for the Nintendo Switch?
  • Which case is recommended for the Switch?
  • What kind of memory card goes into the Switch?
  • The best accessory sets for the Nintendo Switch
  • What is Nintendo Switch Online and what does it offer?

How did we proceed? To offer you the best possible selection, we have looked at recommendations and YouTubers who deal with accessories for the Nintendo Switch. We have also tried out some accessories ourselves.

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Controllers for the Nintendo Switch

There is now a variety of additional controllers for the Nintendo Switch. We present to you the two most interesting ones.

For TV Gamers: The Pro Controller

This is the official Pro Controller from Nintendo for the Switch.

Who is the controller suitable for? Those who enjoy playing on a big screen, rely on a long battery life, or simply prefer a grippy controller in hand should consider the Pro Controller from Nintendo.

What the Nintendo Pro Controller offers: The Nintendo Switch comes with two Joy-Cons for gameplay. The Switch Pro Controller, unlike the Joy-Cons, is a classic controller. It looks very similar to standard controllers for PlayStation and Xbox.

The Pro Controller offers a high battery life of around 40 hours, significantly longer than other controllers. Its build quality is also very good and feels quite premium.

Annoying, alongside the high starting price of around 70 euros, is the minimal packaging: along with the controller itself, it only comes with a USB-C cable for charging the controller. For such a high price, that’s simply not enough.

Pros
  • high battery life of around 40 hours
  • good build quality
  • precise and fantastic feel
Cons
  • high price
  • minimal accessories

What the testers say: The testers from controller-review.com do not consider the Pro Controller a “must-have.” However, for players who primarily play on a TV screen, the Switch Pro Controller is definitely recommended. Testers particularly praise its great feel, precision, and high build quality.

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For Racing Fans: Joy-Con Steering Wheel Pair

Joycon steering wheel for the Switch

Who is the controller suitable for? Those who enjoy racing games like Mario Kart 8 on the Switch might consider purchasing a pair of Joy-Con steering wheels.

What the Joy-Con steering wheel offers: The Joy-Cons of the Switch are inserted into the steering wheels. The Switch then recognizes the movements of the steering wheels and translates them into movements on the screen. The steering wheels work just as wirelessly as the Joy-Cons of the Switch.

Pros
  • fair price of around 13 euros
  • good build quality
  • high fun factor
Cons
  • quite small, not suitable for large hands

What users say: The Joy-Con steering wheel receives 4.5 stars from 1,639 ratings. Many praise its good build quality. The Joy-Cons fit well and stay secure. Some criticize that the steering wheel is too small and difficult to handle for large hands.

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Nintendo Switch: Memory Card and Storage Expansion

Memory card for the Nintendo Switch, officially licensed product
A memory card for the Nintendo Switch, officially licensed by Nintendo. Other memory cards also work. Source: Amazon.de

Who is the memory card suitable for? For people who primarily rely on downloadable titles or play many different titles, a storage upgrade could be worthwhile. Because games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild already use almost half of the internal memory of the Switch (32 GB).

What the SanDisk memory card offers: The manufacturer SanDisk has released a MicroSDXC memory card in collaboration with Nintendo and is therefore an officially licensed product. This means the card will definitely work with the Nintendo Switch. 128 GB of storage is also sufficient for a good number of games.

When inserting or replacing a memory card, one must always ensure that the Nintendo Switch is turned off. If it is turned on, there is a risk of data loss! The Switch will set up the new memory card by itself, no further action is required, and the new storage can then be used.

Other memory cards also work, but one must keep the following in mind:

  • MicroSD cards are supported up to a maximum of 2 GB
  • MicroSDHC is supported by the Switch up to 32 GB
  • With a MicroSDXC you get the best out of the Switch: Up to 2 TB is supported
Pros
  • fair price at 20 euros for 128 GB of storage
  • 128 GB of storage is sufficient for a variety of games
  • 30 years warranty from SanDisk
Cons
  • Games cannot be transferred from internal storage to an external card

What users say: 12,895 users rate the memory card on average with 4.8 stars. Many praise the fair price for the large memory card and that it works perfectly with the Switch. Some criticize that there is no way to transfer games from internal storage to the new external card.

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Nintendo Switch: Save Battery Life

Nintendo Switch battery charger

Who is the charger suitable for? Those who play performance-intensive games with the Switch will quickly reach the limits of the battery after 4-6 hours. For people who mainly use the Nintendo Switch on the go, the BigBlue battery charger could be interesting.

What the BigBlue charger offers: The BigBlue charger is a 10000mAh battery charger for the Nintendo Switch. The console is plugged into the charger and can continue to be used. The console charges through the charger while you play. According to the manufacturer, this can extend the playtime of the Nintendo Switch by about 6 hours.

The device uses Power Delivery 3.0. This is a standard that allows devices to be charged faster via USB.

Pros
  • significant extension of battery life
  • Joy-Con grip and stand holder
  • fast charging thanks to Power Delivery 3.0
Cons
  • mediocre build quality due to plastic
  • console becomes heavier and less manageable due to the battery

What users say: The BigBlue charger receives 4.4 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings. Users praise the significantly extended battery life. Although the console becomes heavier, it still feels good in hand. The additional grips for the Joy-Cons draw a lot of attention. However, some also criticize the mediocre build quality of the holder, which is only made of plastic.

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Nintendo Switch: Screen Protector, Tempered Glass, and Carry Case

In the following, we want to introduce accessories that are suitable for protecting the Nintendo Switch. This is especially interesting for users who use their console on the go.

Tempered Glass and Screen Protector for the Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch - screen protector

Who is the screen protector suitable for? Those who mainly use their console in handheld mode rather than in docking mode might consider a screen protector. This protects the screen sustainably and prevents unsightly scratches.

What the Orzly screen protector offers: Screen protectors for smartphones are very popular because they protect screens from unsightly scratches. The manufacturer Orzly also offers screen protectors for the Nintendo Switch. This package contains both a screen protector and tempered glass. This allows you to protect the Switch’s screen from scratches and other damage.

Pros
  • very cheap at around 8 euros
  • protection of the console’s sensitive display
Cons
  • not suitable for long-term use in docking mode
  • strong reflections in sunlight

What buyers say: The majority of buyers are very satisfied with the screen protector. On Amazon, the Orzly screen protector receives an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 5,836 ratings. Alongside the price, the good protective function of the film is praised, while some criticize the build quality.

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Carry Case for Nintendo Switch by BellFan

Nintendo Switch carry case

Who is the carry case suitable for? Those who are frequently on the go and enjoy using their Nintendo Switch while traveling should take a look at the BellFan carry case.

What the BellFan carry case offers: Manufacturer BellFan has developed a transparent carry case. It is made of crystalline plastic and is said to be shock- and break-resistant according to the manufacturer. The carry case surrounds the Switch, and 4 analog stick caps for the Joy-Cons are included.

The downside of the carry case is that the console can hardly or not at all be placed in the dock with it. The contacts between the dock and the console hardly connect, making charging hardly or impossible.

Pros
  • very robust
  • large range with case, Joy-Con cases, and screen protector
  • according to the manufacturer, shock- and drop-resistant
Cons
  • not compatible with the dock
  • hard plastic feels not very premium

What buyers say: 186 buyers rate the carry case on average with 4.0 out of 5 stars. Many users praise the build quality and increased protection for the console. Others complain that the console no longer fits into the dock with the carry case or does not fit into the carry case in the first place.

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Carry Case for Nintendo Switch by Orzly

Nintendo Switch carry case by Orzly

Who is the carry case suitable for? Those who primarily use the Nintendo Switch in handheld mode and play a lot on the go will find the Orzly carry case suitable.

What the Orzly carry case offers: The manufacturer Orzly uses thermoplastic polyurethane material in its carry case. The advantage of this is that polyurethane can be reshaped with heat and thus feels comfortable in hand. The material is also stable enough and is said to protect the console from drops according to the manufacturer.

The grips on the back of the case are also practical if you often hold the console in hand. This makes it more comfortable to hold in the long run, and ergonomics is a big plus point. In the beginning, the strong smell of rubber can be bothersome, which also sticks to the hands.

Pros
  • reduces hand strain in handheld mode due to excellent ergonomics, …
  • fair price of around 8 euros
  • rubber grips on the back provide a secure feel
  • all openings of the console remain free (USB, ventilation, etc.)
Cons
  • … is not compatible with docking mode while in the case
  • initially bothersome smell of rubber

What buyers say: Buyers rate the case with 4.3 stars from 580 reviews. Many praise the great ergonomics and feel. Especially the Joy-Cons become much more pleasant to use. Some are bothered by the strong rubber smell at first.

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Nintendo Switch: Recommended Accessory Sets

Accessory sets usually offer a wide variety of materials for the Nintendo Switch. We present to you two comprehensive sets.

Switch Accessory Set by Heystop

Heystop Switch accessory set

Who is the accessory set suitable for? Those who travel a lot or just look for an inexpensive and comprehensive offer for their Switch should take a look at the pack from Heystop.

What the Heystop accessory set offers: The manufacturer Heystop offers you in its set a robust bag for storing the Nintendo Switch, a stand to attach the console to, and also a screen protector. Additionally, the set includes Joy-Con thumb grips to enhance the handling of the console.

Pros
  • affordable price
  • large range that leaves little to be desired
  • well-made bag
Cons
  • poor quality screen protector

What buyers say: The Heystop set has 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,131 ratings. Users praise the high quality of the bag and the ample space for other items such as headphones or games. The screen protector is particularly criticized, as it either arrives defective or only offers limited protection for the Switch.

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Switch Accessory Set by Eovola

Who is the accessory set suitable for? The best alternative to Heystop is the set from Eovola. This also offers a wealth of accessories for any user and is especially suitable for those who currently own little or no accessories for the Nintendo Switch.

What the Eovola accessory set offers: This set offers a wealth of items for the Nintendo Switch. These include:

  • Carrying case for Nintendo Switch
  • Controller case
  • Screen protector
  • Joy-Con charging dock
  • 2 steering wheels
  • Joy-Con silicone protective cover
  • 4 thumb grips
  • Switch game card case for 24 games
Pros
  • reasonable price
  • very extensive accessories
  • good and spacious carrying case for Nintendo Switch
Cons
  • Joy-Con steering wheels are poorly made
  • poor quality screen protector

What buyers say: The reviews on Amazon are also very positive, with 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,626 ratings. Users praise the great range of the set and the carrying case. Criticism focuses on below-average build quality and especially the poor screen protector.

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Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo Switch Online subscription

Who is Switch Online suitable for?? Anyone who wants to play online with other players using the Switch cannot avoid Nintendo’s online subscription. It is also a great option for players who want to back up their saves online.

What does Nintendo Switch Online offer? The online subscription provides a range of features and enhances the Nintendo Switch with online functionalities. Games like Mario Kart 8 can only be played against each other online with the online subscription.

Furthermore, save files can be automatically stored in the cloud, and members have access to exclusive offers in the Nintendo eShop. Additionally, users of the online system have free access to a large selection of NES classics during their subscription.

Pros
  • Much cheaper than PS+ or Xbox Gamepass with the annual subscription
  • NES classics playable on the Switch
  • Exclusive offers in the store for members
Cons
  • The NES classics are poorly adapted
  • Cloud saves will be deleted after six months without a subscription

What users say: Buyers rate Nintendo Switch Online with 4.6 out of 5 stars from 660 ratings. The affordable price and easy activation are praised. Some criticize the poor adaptation of the old classics and the lack of free titles, as offered by the competition.

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For Kids and the Young-at-Heart – Nintendo Labo

Nintendo Labo
Nintendo Labo is an attempt to connect the digital and analog worlds. The Switch becomes the controller for the models – and it works surprisingly well.

Who is Nintendo Labo suitable for? Nintendo Labo is primarily aimed at children and young people. The software and possibilities are simple, but building the models can also be fun for adults.

What Nintendo Labo offers: With Nintendo Labo, the manufacturer Nintendo combines the analog and digital worlds. First, you build models using cardboard crafting sheets. These can then be used in various ways with the Nintendo Switch. In most cases, the Joy-Cons are built into the models.

Pros
  • easy and fun assembly
  • many ideas for the individual models
  • great integration of the Nintendo Switch into the models
  • despite being made of cardboard, stable and durable material
Cons
  • very simple and unchallenging software
  • only short-term engagement for adults

What testers say: Netzwelt has tested various models from Nintendo Labo. Building the individual models is a lot of fun, thanks to the excellent instructions, and it also provides plenty of opportunities to unleash creativity with the models afterwards.

However, the system is mainly intended for younger players. As Netzwelt writes: “Core gamers and adult fans of harder games should consider the purchase well because the games in the software are very simple and primarily intended for children.”

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If you want to know how Labo works, you can watch the official video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfrO8gpyC-U

What is the Nintendo Switch? The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid console as it offers both a handheld and a docking mode. The Switch launched in Europe on March 3, 2017. Since September 20, 2019, there is also a Lite version that does not offer Joy-Cons.

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CoD Warzone: Clever method provides a huge advantage in the Gulag

A player discovered a trick in Call of Duty: Warzone that can secure a crucial visual advantage in 1vs1 in the Gulag. Here’s how.

What is the Gulag? The Gulag is in CoD: Warzone essentially a kind of mini-game where you fight for a second chance, a respawn, after death.

If you land in the Gulag, you wait until it’s your turn and then fight in a 1vs1 duel with a random loadout against an opponent. The winner gets to return to the match.

What’s the method about? While you wait for your fight in the Gulag, you find yourself with other waiting players on a kind of promenade or balcony – elevated above the actual arena with the showers.

There, you can either have fun punching your enemies, support your fighting teammates with stone throws, watch the duels in the arena, or just wait for your own turn.

When the amused Warzone player and Reddit user PublicWest got bored while waiting, he just made a little mischief and accidentally discovered a trick that is now celebrated as a great help by many other players on Reddit.

Here’s how the method works: Essentially, it’s quite simple. Instead of just mindlessly punching opponents to pass the time, PublicWest had fun spraying the other waiting player with the bright yellow spray “One Shot” (a cosmetic, can be selected in the quarters). This stood out on the dark balcony due to the spray clinging to him.

In the subsequent fight against this very opponent, he noticed that the opponent was still brightly marked in yellow and, despite his comparatively dark skin on the deliberately dark Gulag map, was also much better visible.

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If you want to secure a huge visual advantage in the Gulag fight, grab a colorful spray and spray all the players you encounter on the balcony before the match.

When you later encounter them in the match, the marking proves to be a great advantage. Because even in the darkest passages of the small map, the marked enemy is now much easier to see. This way, you can aim at them more easily and quickly. Sprays in red, yellow, and pink are particularly well visible.

Source: Reddit user PublicWest

What do the players say about this trick? In the comments of the corresponding thread titled “Don’t waste your time punching enemies in the Gulag! Mark them and make them easier to see,” this simple but clever method is celebrated by many – it’s finally a real pro tip. The post received over 4,000 upvotes in less than a day.

Numerous players express their gratitude and state that the method has proven to be helpful and effective after testing it themselves. Some recommend focusing more on the red heart as spray, as it is the easiest to see. Others jokingly call for the post to be deleted quickly, so they can use this great advantage exclusively for as long as possible.

More tips and tricks for Call of Duty Warzone:

By the way, Warzone might continue in the new CoD 2020: CoD Black Ops 2020: New details leaked on campaign, zombies, and multiplayer

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Leak reveals: Hearthstone buffs the Priest, grants him 6 new cards

The Priest from Hearthstone is undergoing significant revisions. A lot of buffs and improvements are on the way – there are even some new “Classic” cards.

In the leak from a few hours ago, the magazine Polygon had already spoiled a new class for Hearthstone, the Demon Hunter. But for fans of the Priest, the leak was equally fruitful, as he apparently gets a small rework. Many old cards will be revamped and fundamentally improved. But that’s not all. There are also a few new cards to make the Priest more versatile. This even includes a brand new legendary card.

Card Changes for the Priest

These cards are changing for the Priest: In general, many of the Priest’s cards will be a bit cheaper or stronger. One can therefore speak of a clear buff for the cards. Although there is also a slight nerf on the “Temple Enforcer”, as his attack power drops from 6 to 5, his mana cost is also reduced from 6 to 5, which results in an overall improvement.

These new cards are coming for the Priest: In addition to the revisions of the old cards, there is also a number of new cards that will be added to the Classic set. Among them are some minions that perform well especially in the early game. The “Scarlet Subjugator” costs only 1 mana and has stats of 2/1, but also reduces the attack of an enemy minion by 2 until the Priest’s next turn with its Battlecry.

However, they are also not skimping on board clear. The new “Shadow Word: Ruin” ensures that all minions with 5 or more attack are destroyed – on both sides of the board – for only 4 mana.

The highlight is likely to be the new legendary card Natalie Seline. As the top member of the “Cult of Forgotten Shadows”, she is not only an important lore character but also has an interesting effect. For 8 mana, she has weak stats of 8/1, but her Battlecry compensates for that. She destroys a targeted minion and gains its life energy.

Just recently, there were new cards in the Battlegrounds mode – a total of 18.

So many adjustments are ahead for the Priest. When exactly these will go live is still not entirely clear – likely along with the next expansion “Ashes of Outland” or the start of a new year in Hearthstone.

What do you think of the changes to the Priest in Hearthstone? Cool updates or is it not enough to make him playable again?

It definitely looks like Hearthstone is getting a lot right now – but before they messed it up with “Galakrond’s Awakening”.

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FIFA 20: With Update 1.17 you can finally see your ping – Patch Notes

FIFA 20 has received the new Title Update 13. It includes a tiny feature that doesn’t really have much impact – but brings joy to fans.

Update from March 17, 2020: Today, Update 1.17 (Title Update 13) was released for PS4 and Xbox One.

The new feature is the ping display, which many online players are likely to appreciate. Additionally, EA Sports fixes some minor bugs. These include sprint issues with the analog stick, as well as targeting problems during penalty kicks.

You can find the complete patch notes in the official FIFA forum.

When is the new update coming? Title Update 13 launched today on PC. As usual, players on PS4 and Xbox One will have to wait a little longer. The update will be applied in the coming days.

The update mainly includes bug fixes. However, a small feature is drawing attention.

Finally more information about the connection

This feature is about: On reddit, the most discussed topic about the new update is actually a small detail. With the new update, players can now see the ping in milliseconds in Ultimate Team. Previously, there were only five bars, which were only informative when they were either all full or all absent.

Now EA Sports explained the values in the patch notes:

  • 5 bars mean 30 milliseconds or less
  • 4 bars stand for 31-76 milliseconds
  • 3 bars mean 77-100 milliseconds
  • 2 bars correspond to 101-150 milliseconds
  • 1 bar means: 150 milliseconds or more
FIFA 20 Ping
This is what the selection screen of a match looks like now

The number is now also displayed next to the bars. A tiny change – with a significant responsiveness.

  • “That’s pretty big by their standards,” finds user Patchh93 on reddit
  • “Is that true? Fair play,” comments user Zackdaniels93
  • “Welcome to 2002, EA Sports,” comments user Baktab

This feature is a display that many other games have offered for a long time. However, most players on reddit are glad that now at least something better can be understood about the connection. Some now wish that they could also see it in-game – but that feature is still missing.

The reason this change is treated this way lies in the fact that FIFA 20 is almost notorious for server issues. Players often get disconnected from matches without any prior indication from the connection. Or the gameplay suffers from lagging connections.

Connectivity issues often lead to frustrations:

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Destiny 2: How the Seraph Bunkers and the Warmind Bits Work

In our Destiny 2 guide, you will learn how the upgrades for the Seraph Bunker in Season 10 work and why they are so important. Also, read about what the Warmind Bits are and how you can quickly obtain the seasonal currency.

General information about the bunker: To gain access to the bunkers, you first need to complete a few tasks for Commander Zavala. But don’t worry, it’s not a long quest line, but the introduction to the content from the Season of Worthy.

The Warmind Rasputin will contact you through the Seraph Bunkers in Season 10. Think of the bunkers as an NPC vendor. He provides you with loot quests, weapons, and all sorts of useful amenities like huge combat robots and the powerful Valkyrie.

In order for Rasputin to give you full access to all bunker functions, you must prove yourself worthy and upgrade the bunkers for the Warmind. The seasonal currencies play an important role:

  • Chips
  • Warmind Bits
  • Encrypted Warmind Bits

In this guide, we provide an overview of which of the three currencies are used for what and what the sources of the resources are.

Seraph Bunker ETZ Location Destiny 2
In the north of the ETZ, you will find Rasputin’s bunker

What you need to know about the Warmind Bunker in Season 10

Where are the Seraph Bunkers? Currently (March 17), one Seraph Bunker is active. You can find it in the ETZ, in the area “The Swamp”. A look at the roadmap shows that more Seraph Bunkers will be added during Season 10:

  • On March 24, the bunker on the Moon opens
  • On April 7, the bunker on Io opens

How these facilities differ from the ETZ bunker is currently unknown. We also do not currently know if there will be more bunkers later in Season 10, as the roadmap has not yet been fully revealed. In either case, we will keep you updated.

How to properly upgrade the Seraph Bunker

Your goal in Season 10 is to bring Rasputin’s defense systems online. To accomplish this, you need to improve the old Warmind Bunkers.

Upgrading the bunkers works like this: To raise the rank of the bunker and to increase the so-called integration level, you need to donate “chips.” For each rank up, 7 chips are required.

Each new rank up to level 7 grants you various bonuses. After that, you can theoretically continue to increase the rank, and you will receive group rewards for each further ascent, just like with the other vendors.

Bunker Rasputin Etz Menu Destiny
We contact Warmind Rasputin through the bunkers

This is how you get the chips: Fortunately, you can obtain the important chips directly from the bunker itself. In the bunker inventory, there is a tab for “ETZ Bunker Upgrades.” There, you receive chips for unlocking upgrades while also getting support abilities at the same time.

You are essentially killing two birds with one stone. Through the upgrades, you can increase the bunker rank, and you will become stronger in seasonal activities like the Seraph Tower event.

Once you have unlocked all 21 upgrades, you can continue to earn chips. At the bottom of the upgrade menu, you will find the option to purchase chips directly.

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The most important upgrades: The purchasable upgrades are divided into three tiers. The upgrades of the first tier are the cheapest and can be unlocked at any time without special prerequisites. If you want to afford the more expensive, but more powerful tiers, you must invest something first. The more expensive the upgrade, the more chips you will receive.

The well-known PvE expert Datto (via YouTube) recommends a specific order when purchasing upgrades. This way, you will benefit much more from your resources in the long run.

These upgrades are recommended:

  • Cost Reduction: Tier 1
  • Coded Warmind Bits: Tier 1
  • Warmind Bit Generation: Tier 1
  • Cost Reduction: Tier 3 (keep in mind that you need to unlock Tier 2 beforehand)
  • Warmind Bit Generation: Tier 2
  • Coded Warmind Bits: Tier 2
  • Warmind Bit Generation: Tier 3

With these upgrades, you will receive about 20% more bits from almost all sources, allowing you to unlock all future upgrades faster and more cost-effectively.

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Invest first in the cost reduction of the bunker

How to obtain Warmind Bits in the Season of Worthy

To upgrade the Seraph Bunker, you need so-called Warmind Bits. To purchase all upgrades, you will need a fair amount of the seasonal currency. Especially at the beginning of Season 10, most Guardians have an empty bits account. We will show you how to change that.

Sources for Warmind Bits: Fortunately, the needed Warmind Bits can be obtained through a variety of ways:

  • Rasputin’s loot quests from the bunker reliably yield bits
    • Weekly loot quests grant 100 Warmind Bits
    • Daily loot quests grant 50 Warmind Bits
    • Repeatable loot quests grant 10 Warmind Bits
  • Seraph Tower events provide Warmind Bits depending on performance
  • Legendary Lost Sectors give Warmind Bits
  • Triumphs from Season 10 grant up to 100 Warmind Bits
  • Bunker Breaker quests (daily) reward you with Warmind Bits for clearing the Seraph Bunker
  • Through upgrades in the bunker, you will receive Warmind Bits from almost all activities

Encrypted Warmind Bits open additional loot chests at the Seraph Tower and the Legendary Lost Sectors. Additionally, they are required for the weapon chamber and the Seraph weapons. What makes the Seventh Seraph weapons so special and explosive, you can read here.

Through bunker upgrades, combat robots will assist you in seasonal activities

This is how you quickly farm Warmind Bits: The bunkers will be available to you throughout Season 10. If you do not want to earn your Warmind Bits on the side, you can farm the resource purposefully. This way, you can quickly earn a few bits for another upgrade and finally call in the cool combat robot.

The well-known streamer Ehroar recommends (via YouTube) a good farming method for Warmind Bits, combining a strike with Rasputin’s loot quests. The “Sea of Shadows” can be completed very quickly and gives you a high chance of obtaining 30 bits (upgrade from above required).

Even solo, the strike can be completed in a matter of minutes, and you can work on the loot quests without interruption. According to him, the exotic shotgun Legend of Acrius serves you excellently against the Taken anomalies and the boss.

Here you can see what Nexxoss Gaming recommends regarding the Seraph Bunkers:

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Did you find our guide to the Seraph Bunkers helpful?

If you are looking for the new ritual weapons from Season 10, you can find the answer here.

Are you interested in PvP in the Season of Worthy? Then why not try your hand at the returned Trials of Osiris.

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Coronavirus sets records on Steam – Here are the current top 20

The spread of the coronavirus currently ensures that many more people stay in their own four walls. This benefits the Steam platform, which is constantly setting new records. We present you the currently most popular titles.

What is happening at Steam? The gaming platform from Valve is currently breaking user records almost daily. In February, we reported that with 18.8 million concurrent users a new record was set. The previous record was more than 2 years old.

Meanwhile, Steam has already surpassed the mark of 20 million users as the website SteamDB reports. Although it is a third-party tool, the numbers are considered to be very reliable.

One reason for the increasing number of users is likely the coronavirus and the associated restrictions in public life. It is quite possible that further records will be broken in the coming weeks.

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The number of users on Steam from the release of the platform to today

Which titles are particularly popular? In the following, we present you the 20 titles that according to the website Steamcharts have the most users on Steam (as of March 17 10:00 AM).

You can find places 20 to 11 on this page, places 10 to 4 on page 2 of the article. We will present the top 3 in more detail on the last page.

These figures are, of course, constantly changing and are regularly altered. They could also be strongly shaken in the coming week, as releases for the two major titles Doom Eternal (March 20) and Half-Life: Alyx (March 23) are impending.

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Places 20 to 11 on Steam

20. Unturned

Genre: Survival | Developer: Smartly Dressed Games | Platform: PC | Release date: July 7, 2017 | Model: Free2Play

What is Unturned? Unturned is a zombie survival game where you fight against zombies on large maps. The game uses crafting and skill systems, allowing players to build their own base. Naturally, basic needs like hunger and thirst must be taken into account.

You can play in a horde mode where players team up (PvE) or on maps where players can also fight against each other (PvP).

Other features include:

  • The very simple visual style
  • An arena mode where players can compete in various duels.
  • The ability to create own maps and mods and publish them via the Steam Workshop.
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What is the rating on Steam? On Steam, Unturned gets very good ratings:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 7,273 reviews, 93% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 370,559 reviews, 90% of which were positive.

How many players does Unturned have? According to Steamcharts, on average 20,859 players played Unturned in the last 30 days. In peak, up to 33,921 people played simultaneously.

19. NBA 2K20

Genre: Sports game | Developer: Visual Concepts | Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Stadia | Release date: September 5, 2019 | Model: Buy2Play

What is NBA 2K20? This game is the basketball counterpart to FIFA, which is released anew every year. The goal is to realistically depict the highest basketball league in the world, the NBA.

In doing so, the graphics, representations of players, and plays become increasingly realistic.

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What is the rating on Steam? NBA 2K20 received heavy criticism at release due to lack of content and new monetization strategies. However, the current ratings are mixed:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 4,025 reviews, only 45% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 16,567 reviews, only 42% of which were positive.

How many players does NBA 2K20 have? In the last 30 days, an average of 20,800 players played NBA 2K20. At peak, the game reached 35,131 concurrent users.

18. Terraria

Genre: Sandbox | Developer: Re-Logic | Platform: PC, PS3, PS4, PS Vita, Xbox One, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, Mac | Release date: May 16, 2011 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Terraria? Terraria is a 2D sandbox game that revolves around digging, exploring, and discovering the world. You will encounter enemies that you must defeat and can also use gathered resources to construct buildings.

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What is the rating on Steam? Terraria is rated extremely positively on Steam:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 13,771 reviews, 98% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 332,778 reviews, 97% of which were positive.

How many players does Terraria have? In the last 30 days, an average of 26,575 players played the sandbox game. At peak, 40,488 players played Terraria simultaneously.

17. Dead by Daylight

Genre: Horror | Developer: Behaviour Digital Inc. | Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android | Release date: June 14, 2016 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Dead by Daylight? Dead by Daylight is an asymmetric horror game where a psychotic killer hunts a group of relatively defenseless survivors through a creepy landscape. All participants in this unequal chase are players.

The Killer must find and eliminate all the Survivors and hang them on meat hooks for the glory of a dark power. The Survivors, in turn, can outsmart the Killer and free their comrades. Their goal is to escape the nightmare.

One highlight is the killers, who have various skills and are partially based on horror figures from pop culture.

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What is the rating on Steam? The horror game receives good ratings on Steam:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 7,858 reviews, 82% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 208,721 reviews, 80% of which were positive.

How many players does Dead by Daylight have? In the last 30 days, an average of 25,734 players played DbD. At peak, 51,146 people played the game simultaneously.

16. Sid Meier’s Civilization VI

Genre: Building game | Developer: Firaxis Games | Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android | Release date: October 21, 2016 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Civilization VI? Civilization is a strategy game series where, like in Age of Empires, you build your own civilization and eventually rise to world empire status.

The major difference from Age of Empires is that Civilization VI is turn-based and that there are different ways to win a game.

Additionally, the time investment is much larger. Turns in Civilization can take dozens of hours. Nevertheless, and perhaps precisely because of this, the Civilization series, which debuted in 1991, remains popular.

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What is the rating on Steam? Overall, Civilization VI is rated very positively:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 3,384 reviews, 92% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 64,446 reviews, 78% of which were positive.

How many players does Civilization VI have? In the last 30 days, an average of 29,796 users played CIV VI. At peak, 64,763 players played simultaneously.

15. Wallpaper Engine

Genre: Tool | Developer: Wallpaper Engine Team | Platform: PC | Release date: November 16, 2018 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Wallpaper Engine? Wallpaper Engine is a program that allows you to create special backgrounds on your PC.

This allows for moving images, animations, or websites to be used as backgrounds. The fascination lies particularly in the creativity of the users who share their works with others.

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What is the rating on Steam? Wallpaper Engine is one of the best-rated contents on Steam.

  • In the last 30 days, there were 12,535 reviews, 98% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 135,438 reviews, 98% of which were positive.

How many players does Wallpaper Engine have? In the last 30 days, an average of 22,892 players used the application for special backgrounds. At peak, Wallpaper Engine reached 35,171 users. Currently, the trend is strongly increasing.

14. Football Manager 2020

Genre: Sports simulation | Developer: Sports Interactive | Platform: PC, Nintendo Switch | Release date: November 19, 2019 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Football Manager 2020? This game is a simulation in which you take on the role of a football manager. You manage teams, take care of transfers, line-ups, and training.

The football games, on the other hand, are simulated. You can influence things through tactical changes and substitutions, but the overall gameplay proceeds without your intervention.

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What is the rating on Steam? The Football Manager is positively rated on Steam, although there are relatively few reviews.

  • In the last 30 days, there were 941 reviews, 87% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 8,447 reviews, 84% of which were positive.

How many players does Football Manager 2020 have? In the last 30 days, an average of 47,605 players used the simulator. At peak, 89,568 players played simultaneously.

13. Path of Exile

GenreHack’n Slash | Developer: Grinding Gear Games | Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One | Release date: October 23, 2013 | Model: Free2Play

What is Path of Exile? Path of Exile is a classic Hack’n Slash that places great emphasis on a dark story and diverse character development. The classes can be improved in seemingly infinite ways.

The focus of the game, as is usual with Hack’n Slashes, is on the loot obtained from monsters. However, Path of Exile ensures that all content can also be completed alone. This is one reason why the game is also of interest to solo or casual players.

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What is the rating on Steam?

  • In the last 30 days, there were 7,858 reviews, 82% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 208,721 reviews, 80% of which were positive.

How many players does Path of Exile have? A few days ago the new season in Path of Exile started. This led the Hack ‘n Slash directly to a new record. In the past 30 days, up to 132,508 players played at peak, the most ever.

On average, 20,152 players visited Path of Exile.

12. Rust

GenreSurvivalDeveloper: Facepunch Studios | Platform: PC | Release date: February 8, 2018 | Model: Buy2Play

What is Rust? Rust is a survival game in which you start naked and armed only with a rock. The goal is to survive in a dangerous world. You will encounter wild animals, radiation, and other players who want to get you.

To survive, you need to eat and drink, can build a shelter, and equip yourself with new tools.

Rust has developed well over the years. The game now also offers power generation through wind and solar energy which can be used for lights, doors, but also automated traps and defense systems. In 2020 it is also supposed to be released for consoles.

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What is the rating on Steam? Rust is not only very successful on Steam, but also popular. Review criticism is directed more at the community rather than the game itself:

  • In the last 30 days, there were 10,003 reviews, 89% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 314,691 reviews, 83% of which were positive.

How many players does Rust have? In the last 30 days, Rust averaged 49,394 players. At peak, 86,342 people checked out the survival game.

11. Warframe

GenreShooter | Developer: Digital Extremes| Platform: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch | Release date: March 25, 2013 | Model: Free2Play

What is Warframe? Warframe is a fast-paced sci-fi co-op shooter. You play as space ninjas, shooting, jumping, and swinging swords through a grim vision of our solar system.

Warframe places particular emphasis on loot mechanics that allow you to grind for constant new and useful items. The shooter is complex and offers depth. Warframe is a shooter that you need to invest significant time into.

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What is the rating on Steam?

  • In the last 30 days, there were 7,858 reviews, 82% of which were positive.
  • Overall, the game received 208,721 reviews, 80% of which were positive.

How many players does Warframe have? Warframe was played by around 45,326 players in the last 30 days. At peak, 81,270 players checked out the shooter.

In peak times, 576,620 people played CS:GO.

In peak times, the shooter reached over 1 million concurrent players. The record before 2020 was 814,616 players in January 2017.

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PlayStation 5: It looks like there will finally be news about the PS5 tomorrow

Tomorrow, on March 18th, there will finally be new information about the PlayStation 5. Sony announced this via Twitter, giving fans hope.

What has been announced? Sony says on Twitter that tomorrow afternoon, on March 18th at 5 PM German time, a stream will take place. This will provide “a deep insight into the system architecture of the PS5 and explain how it will shape the future of gaming.”

This will be hosted by Mark Cerny, the lead system architect of the PS5.

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What is hoped for from the new information?

Is it because of Xbox? In recent days, Microsoft has made headlines with their Xbox Series X. All technical details have been revealed. Now, finally, the long-awaited response from Sony could follow.

What can be expected? So far, the only official information is that there will be insights into the system architecture. However, it is unclear what that looks like and what it actually means. We will only receive exact information tomorrow starting at 5 PM.

However, it is quite possible that Sony will provide similar insights as Microsoft has. Players and fans hope for detailed hardware specs of the PS5.

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The Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 compete for the Christmas market

What is known so far about the PS5? However, it is not the case that nothing is known about Sony’s next-gen console. Numerous details about the PlayStation 5 are already known.

The console is set to be released for the Christmas market this year.

There is also already some information about the hardware of the PS5. You can find details about it here.

Currently, there is also bad news regarding the release. An analyst states that the coronavirus could affect production and thus also the release.

If you want to learn more about the PS5, then check it out here:

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Fortnite now has the feared helicopters – are they really that strong?

In Fortnite, the feared helicopters were introduced with update 12.20. But are they really as strong as previously thought? We show you what the helicopters can do.

What kind of helicopters are they? A leak had already hinted at helicopters in Fortnite. However, they seemed to be very powerful and players were already afraid of them.

Now they have been added to the game with the update 12.20. But are they really as dangerous as players thought?

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What can the new helicopters do?

The helicopters were feared because they were supposed to cause high damage and it was thought that they would have a built-in machine gun.

However, looking at the helicopter more closely, it suddenly doesn’t seem that strong anymore.

This is the helicopter now: Up to 5 players can fly in a helicopter. One controls it and the other 4 can sit and shoot with their weapons from above.

There is no additional machine gun that can be used. This makes the helicopter much weaker. Additionally, it has 1,500 hit points before it is completely destroyed.

We will see how the helicopter evolves and whether it might still be able to cause significant damage through a crash or when it explodes.

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What advantage does the helicopter have? Even if the helicopter doesn’t seem that strong, it has one great advantage: mobility. Players will now have a new way to move faster.

The helicopter has a boost that will get you across the new map of Season 2 faster when activated. Also, you can jump from the helicopter and continue flying.

Where can you find helicopters?

You will find the helicopters in various places on the map. We show you 8 places where you can find helicopters:

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You will find a helicopter at every location where there is a mini-boss. There you can also get one of the 5 mythic weapons.

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The Division 2: Fixing maintenance and server downtime on March 17th that resolves many annoying bugs

At The Division 2, there are maintenance works today shortly after the launch of the Westside League on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The servers will be offline for several hours. Numerous fixes for annoying bugs will be implemented. Learn here how the maintenance works and take a look at the patch notes.

Update 1:35 PM: According to Massive, the servers are back online and the maintenance is complete. Have fun and good loot, Agents.

Update 12:31 PM: As Massive just announced on Twitter, today’s maintenance will be extended by one hour, until 1:30 PM. However, the developers did not mention a reason for the delay.

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By the way, you need to download a larger update today. The patch is about 5.8 GB on PS4.

What’s new in The Division 2 today: The Westside League started today at 8:00 AM German time in The Division 2. This is an event of Season 1.

In this league or event, everything revolves around thwarting the plans of Neptune and his henchmen (Outcasts) in Washington. In a race against the clock, you must complete missions, strongholds, and activities in the open world with Outcasts as quickly as possible while mastering challenges. The times will be recorded on the leaderboards. By completing the challenges, you level up and unlock new rewards.

However, before you can really get started in the new league, there are maintenance works today in The Division 2 with several hours of downtime.

By the way: To participate in Season 1 and the new league, you need to own the new expansion Warlords of New York.

All about the maintenance and the server downtime on 17.03.

This is how the maintenance will proceed today:

  • The maintenance work begins at 9:30 AM German time.
  • At this time, today’s downtime starts, and the servers will go offline.
  • The duration of the maintenance is approximately 3 hours.
  • If there are no problems, the servers will be back up around 12:30 PM.
  • Then the maintenance work will be completed.
  • You must download an update today. The patch is 5,779 MB on PS4

Note: These times are not set in stone. The maintenance could well end earlier or be extended by several hours if there are problems. If this occurs, you will find all the important information here.

What do the patch notes say? What changes today: Not only has a new event started in The Division 2 today – many annoying bugs in the game will also be fixed.

These changes have been communicated so far:

  • The ability to reset the seasonal manhunt has been temporarily disabled. This is to prevent progress from being lost. This is a temporary solution until a permanent fix is released later in March. After that, the manhunts can be reset as intended without losing progress.
  • A problem has been fixed that blocked further progress as an NPC was stuck on the last level of Castle Clinton.
  • A problem has been resolved whereby players received the wrong number of specialization points per SHD level.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby blue items dropped from NPCs in the Dark Zones, regardless of the players’ levels.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby players received multiple seasonal containers at once.
  • A problem has been resolved whereby rewards from seasonal containers were contaminated when players leveled up in the seasonal level while being in the Dark Zone.
  • A problem has been remedied whereby players received no XP for seasonal progress in the Dark Zones.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby no progress could be made at the “The Nest” checkpoint in the “defend checkpoint” activity as hostile NPCs simply disappeared.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby the “The Nest” checkpoint could not be completed on challenging difficulty.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby some NPCs could get stuck at spawn points of various checkpoints.
  • Issues with resetting some puzzles in all Hunter encounters have been resolved.
  • A problem has been fixed whereby players received too many keys in Hunter encounters. If you received too many keys, you will not receive any more until the number of your keys equals the number of your Hunter encounters.

A point has been added later:

  • A problem has been resolved that caused players to get stuck in an endless loading screen in the Dark Zone.
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Note that the patch notes may be expanded again during or after the maintenance work. This has happened several times before. We will update the article accordingly should it happen again today.

Also interesting: If you want to pass the time during the downtime with reading – here is some reading material:

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“There is nothing to do in the game!” – How much content do MMOs need to provide?

How much content is “enough content”? Do MMOs really need to be playable continuously for weeks? We want to know your opinion on this.

It is the classic problem that a large part of PvE MMOs struggles with: the dreaded content drought. Sooner or later, players finish the new content that is released. Some do it faster, others take longer. But eventually, players start to get bored when no new content arrives.

However, PvP-focused MMOs can also experience this issue. When no new weapons, maps, or in the case of MOBAs, heroes, are released for a very long time, the community often becomes restless as well.

Player numbers then decline and the amount of complaints increases. People generally want to enjoy the game, but somehow there’s nothing to do.

  • There are developers who release large amounts of content and try to keep their players entertained permanently, for example in the form of major expansions or seasons.
  • Others, however, say that players can simply stop and play something else when they run out of content. This includes the director of Final Fantasy XIV, Naoki Yoshida.

But what do you think? How much content do MMOs need to provide their players? How long must an MMO keep you engaged for you to say “Yes, it was worth the money”? Or are you one of the players who complain about a lack of time and can’t even get through all the content?

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Here’s how you can vote: You can submit your choice in the survey tool below. Everyone has a maximum of one vote they can cast.

Do you think a crucial answer option is missing? Let us know in the comments below.

The survey ends on March 18. Have fun voting!

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Diablo 3: Which class is leading the rankings shortly after the start of Season 20?

We are looking at the solo leaderboards of Diablo 3 in Season 20. Shortly after the start, it is still chaotic. But which class is currently the winner?

What’s happening in the leaderboards? The leaderboards of Diablo 3 serve players to measure themselves against others and to see how strong individual classes are in comparison to others. It shows which level of the Greater Nephalem Rifts has already been reached by a class and how much time the player needed for it.

We regularly check the leaderboards during a season and observe how they develop and which classes are maximizing their potential.

Currently, it shows that especially the Witch Doctor is strong at the start of Season 20. Other ranged classes are still struggling.

The current ranking of Season 20 in Diablo 3 – As of March 17

What do we see here? We are looking at the European solo leaderboards of Season 20 in Diablo 3. This is not about hardcore players, but about softcore. As of March 17 at 11:31 AM.

What builds are being played? Behind the entries, we link the profiles of the respective players who set these best times. There you can view their builds. Please note that these builds may have changed by now and were not necessarily created when setting the best time.

  1. Witch Doctor – GR 130 in ~ 14 minutes (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  2. Crusader – GR 123 in ~ 13 minutes and 48 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  3. Barbarian – GR 122 in ~ 14 minutes and 8 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  4. Monk – GR 120 in ~ 13 minutes and 32 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  5. Wizard – GR 119 in ~ 11 minutes and 59 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  6. Necromancer – GR 117 in ~ 14 minutes and 22 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)
  7. Demon Hunter – GR 114 in ~ 14 minutes and 10 seconds (Hero profile on diablo3.com)

What is special about this? The Witch Doctor has finally regained more power with the new set “Mundunugu’s Regalia” and is currently leading the rankings. It will be exciting to see how the other classes perform throughout the season.

Because in the tier list for Season 20 of Diablo 3, besides the Witch Doctor, builds of the Crusader and Barbarian also lead. The gap should close significantly. If you want to play at the top, choose one of the top builds from the list.

Diablo 3 Season 20 Start Ranking Overview

Do you want to mix it up at the top yourself?

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In Star Wars: Battlefront 2, even peaceful droids sometimes flip out, grab their weapons, and start shooting.

Apparently, a bug in the campaign of Star Wars: Battlefront 2 caused a normally peaceful protocol droid to suddenly go rogue and attack a player.

What happened? Player Scorpion5437 reported that he was playing through the campaign of the shooter Star Wars: Battlefront 2 again. In the second mission “The Dauntless”, he encountered a normally peaceful protocol droid of the C-3PO model, which was supposed to just stand there.

Suddenly, this robot drew a blaster and began shooting at the player. He tried to defend himself, but the droid appeared to be invulnerable. Scorpion5437 did not survive this encounter.

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Bug or Easter Egg?

How did this bug occur? Scorpion5437 mentioned that there was a glitch during the mission when a door did not close as it normally should.

I ran further than I should have, because a door was supposed to close and block my path to the droid, but it didn’t. There was always a protocol droid at the end of the corridor, but it had never shot at me before. I think that was part of the glitch.

Scorpion5437 about his encounter with the killer droid

How could this happen? It’s likely just a bug. The player should never have been able to get so close to the droid, as the door would normally close behind him.

It is conceivable that the developers included this as a little “joke”. Those who pass through the door – which one normally shouldn’t do – will have an unexpected surprise. Similar to a haunted house where all figures are puppets – except for one, which then scares you.

Star Wars Battlefront 2 C-3PO
A protocol droid like C-3PO went berserk in Star Wars Battlefront due to a bug.

How are players reacting to the story? Fans of Star Wars: Battlefront 2 find the situation amusing.

  • HiddenTHB jokingly commented about reddit: “Good to know they are preparing to add more droids to the multiplayer (joke).”
  • Crabcake1321 believes: “I think it’s an Easter Egg.”
  • Kinkkongthong jokes: “How did you die? A protocol droid spanked you.”

Have you ever experienced something like this in Star Wars: Battlefront 2? What were your funniest experiences in the online shooter?

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