In Pokémon GO the first GO Fest kicks off this weekend. Such events also always feature the release of Shinies. Which Shinies can we look forward to this summer?
This suggests that several Shinies will also be released for the other two GO Fests this summer. We will show you possible candidates.
Shiny Seeper is coming – But which Pokémon will follow?
These are the Pokémon in question: If you look at the announcement image for the GO Fest in Chicago, you can also see Seeper. It was already suspected a few weeks ago that this Shiny would come. Seeper is not particularly strong or special; it is in the image because it can also be Shiny.
You can see Seeper here on the right in the background
In the images for the GO Fests in Dortmund and Yokohama there are also such Pokémon hiding. Now we will show you the candidates that could appear at these GO Fests.
What do global players gain from this? If the Shiny is introduced at GO Fest, then global players get the chance to catch these Shinies. The Pokémon will appear in increased numbers during the event.
GO Fest in Dortmund – These Shinies could come
These Pokémon will be shown for Dortmund
Which Shiny candidates are in the image? The only logical candidate here is male Nidoran. This Pokémon is not currently available as Shiny and would fit the pattern. After all, Seeper is also from the first generation and has 2 evolutions, just like Nidoran.
This is what the Shiny-Nidoran family looks like
These Shinies are considered unlikely: In addition to Nidoran, Schilterus is also shown. However, this Pokémon is likely only shown here because it is simply a rare Pokémon that appears frequently there. Of course, it could also come as a Shiny, but that is unlikely.
You can also see Seeper in this image. However, another event focused on the water Pokémon is considered unlikely. However, you will certainly encounter Seeper more frequently at the GO Fest.
GO Fest in Yokohama – These Shinies could come
Quapsel and Hoppspross are the hot candidates here
Which Shiny candidates are in the image? Here, Quapsel is hiding in the image. This would fit the pattern just like Nidoran in Dortmund. Quapsel is from Generation 1 and has 2 evolutions (Quaxo and Quappo share the 2nd evolution).
In addition to Quapsel, there is another hot candidate here: Hoppspross. So it is quite possible that 2 new Shinies will be introduced in Yokohama. However, there may also be an event related to Shiny Hoppspross before the GO Fest in Yokohama, which is why it appears frequently in Japan.
What do you think? Which Shinies could we expect this summer?
In Fortnite: Battle Royale the challenges for week 6 of Season 9 are known. This time you have to visit the golden hotspots.
The tasks for week 6 of Season 9 are now live – having been leaked earlier – and you can complete them in the game. However, week 6 does not offer many highlights. Most tasks are rather unremarkable.
Free and paid: For all 7 challenges, you need the Season 9 Battle Pass for 950 V-Bucks (9.50 Euros). If you do not have such a Battle Pass, unfortunately only the three free challenges in week 5 are available to you.
All Challenges of Week 6 in Season 9
The free challenges
Reward
Phase 1: Land at Lucky Landing
Phase 2: Land at Loot Lake
Phase 3: Land at Shifty Shafts
Phase 4: Land at Frosty Flights
Phase 5: Land at Haunted Hills
5 Stars/500 XP
Deal 500 damage to opponents with submachine guns
5 Stars/500 XP
Phase 1: Search chests at a hotspot
Phase 2: Search ammo boxes at a hotspot
Phase 3: Eliminate an opponent at a hotspot
10 Stars/1,000 XP
The paid challenges
Reward
Deal 200 damage to a vehicle controlled by an opponent
10 Stars/500 XP
Use the Storm Flip in 3 different matches
5 Stars/500 XP
Use 2 different vehicles in a match
10 Stars/1,000 XP
Eliminate 3 opponents at The Block or Fatal Fields
10 Stars/1,000 XP
Land at different locations
How to complete the task: This task has been available in a different form several times before. Just land at the specified locations one after the other and you will have completed this task:
Phase 1: Land at Lucky Landing
Phase 2: Land at Loot Lake
Phase 3: Land at Shifty Shafts
Phase 4: Land at Frosty Flights
Phase 5: Land at Haunted Hills
Deal 500 damage to opponents with submachine guns
How to complete the task: Submachine guns are powerful weapons, you should have no problems dealing 500 damage with them.
Complete various tasks at hotspots
How to complete the task: The new hotspots are central to this task. You can find out how to complete them in our guide to the hotspots.
Deal 200 damage to a vehicle controlled by an opponent (Battle Pass only)
How to complete the task: This task is simple, just shoot a bit at vehicles that opponents are driving around in and you will complete it quickly.
Use the Storm Flip in 3 different matches (Battle Pass only)
How to complete the task: The new Storm Flip has been in the game for a week and is quite rare. So, better use it right away when you have one.
Use 2 different vehicles in a match (Battle Pass only)
How to complete the task: Ideally start at remote locations, grab a vehicle there, and drive it to the center. If you find another vehicle on the way, just switch.
Eliminate 3 opponents at The Block or Fatal Fields (Battle Pass only)
How to complete the task: The usual kill challenge. Ideally, use an SMG, then you can complete two tasks at once.
When it comes to MMO games, good performance is usually required, as well as practical additional buttons on mice. We present some of the best models for MMORPGs, MOBAs, and the like.
This list of the best MMO mice is a personal selection by the author, who has paid attention to a versatile mix and considered reviews. At the request of readers, the Roccat Nyth has been added to the list. If you are missing a good mouse, please let us know in the comments.
What the mouse offers: The Roccat Nyth features a total of 17 buttons, with up to 12 buttons able to be added and placed at will on the left side thanks to its modular design.
The Roccat Twin-Tech R1 laser sensor allows for resolution adjustment in 1 DPI steps up to 12,000 DPI and offers a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
Additional features:
Customization of RGB lighting via Roccat Swarm software
Adjustable lift-off distance
Macros can also be stored via onboard memory
Buttons can be double assigned, which can be switched by pressing a button (“Easy-Shift[+]”).
Two interchangeable side panels for the right side should allow both claw and palm grip to be comfortable
What users say: The mouse is rated with an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon.de, primarily receiving positive feedback. The extensive functionality is particularly praised, while some reviewers occasionally criticize the handling and the sensor.
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In further testing: Mein-MMO.de recently tested the Roccat Nyth and was able to recommend it:
The Nyth can easily hold its own against competitors like Razer and others. Its greatest advantage is the modular thumb area. This means that the manufacturer does not dictate how the buttons are arranged; instead, you can choose it yourself.
In combination with Easy Shift, fewer large buttons are possible, which can still perform many functions thanks to the secondary assignment. If you play many different games with different button requirements, you won’t find a better alternative. […] For this reason, the above-average price is justified. Therefore, this mouse is highly recommended.
Pros
High functionality
Good workmanship
Cons
Sensor and ergonomics are criticized by some users
Only 2-way scroll wheel
Price
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Razer Naga Trinity
What the model offers: Razer’s Naga Trinity targets players who want to perform many actions with mouse clicks with its many optional buttons. However, it can also be adapted for other genres.
Additional features:
The right-handed mouse with mechanical buttons offers a 5G optical sensor for up to 16,000 DPI and a polling rate of 1,000 Hz
There are also three interchangeable side panels with different button configurations for up to 19 programmable buttons and a 4-way scroll wheel
Thanks to Razer’s Chroma lighting, 16.8 million customizable color options are available through software
Razer promotes the mouse as especially suitable for League of Legends, DOTA, and World of Warcraft, as well as any other MOBA or MMO.
What users say: The Razer Naga Trinity is predominantly rated positively, with handling, workmanship, and functionality often highlighted.
However, the software (registration requirement) and the scroll wheel, which some reviewers find lacking, are often criticized.
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In further testing:Computerbild.de gives it a rating of 88 percent and states:
Whether you are solving problems in Solitaire, playing online shooters like “PUBG,” or executing click-heavy tasks in “DotA 2” – the Razer Naga Trinity should perform well in all scenarios.
And that’s the crux of the matter: You need to be at home in at least two of the three mentioned worlds for the purchase of the Razer Naga Trinity (RRP: 109.99 Euros) to be truly worthwhile.
To ensure everything runs smoothly, individual customization through the Razer software is a must. The time invested pays off if you can execute actions faster in games, thanks to the up to twelve additional buttons, than your opponents or quickly access programs or similar. Reduced to the technique, the gaming mouse is a worthy representative of its class.
Pros
Many additional buttons
Customizable for different needs: 3 mice in one
Cons
Rather high price if only one variant is ultimately used
Configuration effort
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Corsair Scimitar Pro RGB
What the mouse can do: The Corsair Scimitar Pro features 12 mechanical side buttons and an optical sensor with a variable resolution of 16,000 DPI in 1 DPI steps, as well as a polling rate of up to 1,000 Hz (500 Hz/ 250 Hz/ 125 Hz).
The side buttons are textured for better grip, and thanks to the “Key Slider” system, the button positions can be adjusted by up to 8 millimeters. The scroll wheel offers a 2-way function.
What users say: The mouse is mostly rated positively, with performance and handling being particularly praised. Some users occasionally criticize the software and the fact that not all profiles can be saved in the hardware.
In terms of testing:Technic3D.com has given the mouse a rating of 90 percent and identified no major criticism except for the somewhat smooth surface:
The Corsair Scimitar Pro RGB is a mouse designed for MMO and MOBA gamers who want more than just two side buttons. The integrated button block with a total of twelve buttons provides great freedom in assigning and allows titles like World of Warcraft, League of Legends, or Heroes of the Storm to be controlled almost entirely via the mouse.
In addition to its control concept, the Scimitar Pro RGB also offers a high-end sensor and comprehensive RGB lighting for enough extras on the desk. Meanwhile, the optical sensor delivers top-notch tracking and can constantly be calibrated for new surfaces. If you like colorful and blinking lights, the RGB lighting also provides what you need.
Pros
Many additional buttons, some textured
Position of the button panel can be adjusted
Cons
Only 2-way scroll wheel
Software could be improved
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Lioncast LM30 (Price-Performance Tip)
What the mouse offers: The LM30 from Lioncast features a laser sensor with adjustable 16,400 DPI and an adjustable polling rate of 1000 Hz (can be set to 500 Hz/ 250 Hz/ 125 Hz).
A total of 18 buttons (12 side buttons) and a 2-way scroll wheel are available
Buttons can be configured and stored in five profiles via software, as well as macros and lighting
An adjustable weight system allows you to change the balance of the mouse
Furthermore, the manufacturer promises an anti-sweat coating
What users say: The mouse is predominantly rated positively, especially regarding price-performance ratio, handling, and versatility, while some reviewers occasionally complain about the pressure point and ergonomics.
In terms of testing:PCWelt.de has provided a purchase recommendation based on versatility and price-performance ratio:
Especially MMO gamers will receive a well-crafted mouse with the Lioncast LM30 that fully meets their demands. The quality is right, and particularly the “Weight Tuning System” was unexpected at this price point. For a price of only 40 Euros, the LM30 is truly a price-performance hit!
However, in our opinion, the side buttons could have a sharper pressure point. As testers, we would also have liked more options, such as a definable lift-off distance in the driver or a fully customizable lighting. However, that is already criticism at a high level – for the price, you can’t go wrong.
Pros
Many additional buttons
Price-performance ratio
Weight/balance adjustable
Cons
Pressure point of the side buttons could be better
Ergonomics may be a matter of taste
Only 2-way scroll wheel
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Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum
What the model offers: The Logitech G502 features an optical sensor with an adjustable resolution of up to 12,000 DPI and a polling rate of 1,000 Hz.
Additional features:
A total of 10 buttons with durable Omron switches and a 4-way scroll wheel are available.
The RGB lighting can be customized via the “Logitech Gaming Software,” along with user-defined macros.
Thanks to the customizable weight cartridge, the mouse’s balance can also be altered.
What users say: The mouse is generally rated positively, with gaming suitability and handling being praised the most. However, some reviewers criticize the scroll wheel for having only two very distinct stages.
In terms of testing:Netzwelt.de praised the model with a score of 8.3 out of 10 and found no major criticisms:
Logitech offers a professional controller at a moderate price with a balanced mix of good ergonomics, many functions, and top software – especially as there are no major weaknesses.
Pros
Weight adjustable
Functionality of the software
Cons
Number of additional buttons relatively limited
Ergonomics may be a matter of taste
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Roccat Kone AIMO
What the model offers: The Roccat Kone AIMO features an optical sensor with an adjustable resolution of up to 12,000 DPI in 100 DPI steps and also an adjustable polling rate of up to 1,000 Hz (500 Hz/ 250 Hz/ 125 Hz).
Additional features:
A total of eight buttons and a 4-way scroll wheel
The built-in Omron switches are rated for up to 50 million presses
The maximum acceleration is rated at 50G or 250 IPS
Onboard memory and the “Roccat Swarm” software offer many customization options for assignment and RGB lighting
What users say: The Roccat Kone AIMO is predominantly rated positively, especially regarding handling and workmanship.
In terms of testing:Computerbild.de rated the mouse at 2.4 (“good”) and concluded:
The Roccat Kone Aimo is a bit large, and players will need to get used to it. Good: Despite its size, the sometimes unusually placed additional buttons are easily accessible. The Aimo also has nearly ideal weight, allowing for precise and fast actions.
Number of directly usable additional buttons is relatively limited
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Cooler Master MasterMouse MM830
What the model offers: While other MMO mice, such as the Corsair Scimitar Pro or the Razer Naga Trinity, focus on having many additional buttons, the MM830 comes with four.
In the new mouse from Cooler Master, the additional buttons are integrated as a directional pad (or “D-Pad”) on the left side into the thumb rest and can be freely assigned with macros thanks to onboard memory.
What makes the mouse special: In addition to the usual RGB lighting (4 zones) found in gaming mice, there is also a small OLED display on the left side, which is a rather rare feature.
The small screen has a resolution of 96 x 64 pixels and can be adjusted to display DPI values, CPU usage of the PC, etc., or simply to show arbitrary graphics.
Additional technical specifications:
A total of 8 programmable buttons in 5 profiles are available (via software)
The customizable resolution of the optical sensor is up to 24,000 DPI at a polling rate of 1,000 Hz
Thanks to Omron switch technology, the buttons are designed to be particularly durable (20 million clicks)
The scroll wheel provides a 2-way function
PBT plastic is supposed to protect the top and main buttons particularly well from wear
The connection cable (USB) is fabric-covered
In testing:MMORPG.com put the model to the test and praised almost all aspects of the mouse. Only the position of the right D-Pad button is considered too far to the right, as is the position of the display in terms of quickly accessing information. Otherwise, there’s a recommendation:
If you are looking for a highly customizable mouse that offers incredible control depth with a stylish touch of RGB, this mouse is worth checking out. The Cooler Master MasterMouse MM830 is truly unique.
Pros
Design and concept
Handling and workmanship
Cons
Only 2-way scroll wheel
Number of additional buttons relatively limited
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SteelSeries Rival 600
What the model offers: The SteelSeries Rival 600 is specifically designed for eSports requirements and features an optical sensor with an adjustable sensitivity of 100 to 12,000 CPI (characters per inch).
Additional features:
A secondary sensor allows for the customization of when the sensor stops and resumes tracking when lifting the mouse.
The weight of the mouse can be adjusted thanks to the eight included 4-gram weights and removable side panels.
The “Split-Trigger System” of the left and right mouse buttons is designed to ensure optimal clicks for up to 60 million actuations; a total of seven buttons are present.
The RGB lighting offers eight zones.
Various engine apps allow the mouse to be customized to your requirements.
The ergonomic design for right-handed users is meant to be suitable for both palm and claw grip.
What users say: The SteelSeries Rival 600 is predominantly rated positively. Versatility, performance, and quality are particularly praised.
However, some reviewers criticize the software for not functioning properly and occasionally mention insufficient durability.
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In further testing:Gamezoom.net recommends the model and awards it a score of 9 out of 10:
The new SteelSeries Rival 600 impresses in many ways: For example, the high-quality workmanship easily rivals Logitech products. In terms of technology, the precise (dual) sensor unit is impressive.
The user-friendly software, attractive RGB lighting, and high glideability also speak in favor of purchasing the SteelSeries mouse. Additionally, the extensive weight adjustment and durable Omron switches are convincing. Given the fair price, we can recommend our test sample!
Pros
Weight adjustable
Quality (metal)
Handling
Cons
Software and durability are occasionally criticized
Number of additional buttons is very limited
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Roccat Tyon
What the model offers: The Roccat Tyon features a laser sensor with an adjustable resolution of up to 8,200 DPI. The polling rate is specified as 1,000 Hz, while the possible acceleration is rated at 30 G or 3.8 m/s (150 IPS).
A total of 16 programmable mouse buttons are available
For macro management, there is also a 576 kByte onboard memory
In terms of optics, a 2-way light system with 16.8 million colors is offered
The weight is 128 grams without the USB cable (fabric-wrapped)
What users say: The reviews for the mouse are predominantly positive, with handling and workmanship often praised, while the software is described as in need of improvement.
In testing: The colleagues at Gamestar.de gave the model a rating of 95 percent and summed up:
Very precise gaming mouse with a well-functioning analog throttle, many buttons, and a plethora of functions in the driver.
Pros
Analog throttle
Handling
Cons
Only 2-way scroll wheel
Software is occasionally criticized
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Corsair DARK CORE RGB SE
What the model offers: The Corsair DARK CORE RGB SE with an optical sensor is connected via a USB adapter via Bluetooth and is said to have a reaction time of one millisecond.
Additional features:
The resolution of the sensor is adjustable up to 16,000 DPI in 1 DPI steps
The battery is said to last up to 24 hours during use, while wireless charging via Qi standard is supported. Alternatively, a cable can also be connected for playing and charging.
Two interchangeable side grips are supposed to provide a perfect shape
Seven fully programmable buttons that can also be used on the go thanks to hardware macro playback
The Omron switches are supposed to offer a lifespan of 50 million clicks
The multicolor lighting can be customized across all three lighting zones
What users say: The Corsair DARK CORE RGB SE is predominantly rated positively, especially regarding handling, gaming suitability, and workmanship. However, the software is occasionally criticized.
In further testing:Allround-pc.com recommends the model and only criticizes the introductory price:
The Corsair Dark Core RGB SE is an excellent wireless gaming mouse with great feel and many functions, supported by the clear and helpful Corsair Utility Engine.
The Special Edition costs about 10 Euros more than the standard version and offers Qi wireless charging, which is a reasonable additional cost for a price of just under 110 Euros, which is adequate given the scope of the functions.
Pros
Wireless design and wireless charging
Handling
Cons
Software is sometimes criticized
Only 2-way scroll wheel and relatively limited additional buttons
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The MMORPG Lost Ark will soon be expanded in South Korea with the big update Episode 2: The Great Pioneer, which brings a new continent. But we in Europe are still waiting for the game.
What is Lost Ark: The MMORPG from the Korean developer studio Smilegate has already launched in South Korea. A closed beta will take place soon in Russia.
It is played from an isometric view like in Diablo, but the online game is a classic MMORPG full of quests, monster battles, group content, and more. It looks fantastic, which is why many MMO fans around the world are eagerly waiting for it.
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What have the developers announced now? In the coming week, Lost Ark will receive the biggest expansion so far with Episode 2: The Great Pioneer after several smaller updates. It brings a lot of new content:
The huge continent Yon
You will explore underground cities
New dungeons full of dangers await you
You will encounter the new race of dwarves
In the raid “Antares’ Nightmare”, you will fight the demonic boss Antares
You can only defeat Antares in a group of eight players and must develop a sophisticated strategy for it
On Butterfly Island, you will find the most powerful boss opponent in the game so far
You will descend into a new dungeon on an island, where dangerous robots are waiting for you
The MMORPG will thus receive many new contents.
The MMORPG Lost Ark is already getting Episode 2 in South Korea.
We still have to wait
What about a release for us? There is still no information on when we can also play Lost Ark. Smilegate only mentioned that a release in the “West” is planned.
What about the Russian beta? The closed beta is still planned for this year. However, the game is “region-locked”. This means we cannot participate. MMORPG fans had hoped that players from other countries could log in and join.
When could Lost Ark be released for us? Probably we should not expect a release in Europe before 2020. Smilegate will likely first look at the launch in Russia and then decide when it will be our turn.
What is the good news? When Lost Ark launches for us, we might receive a very extensive version that has already received several updates, including Episode 2: The Great Pioneer.
In Monster Hunter World , players will soon receive a kind of mount, the “Raider Rides” are already a favorite among fans. They work like a taxi and quickly transport hunters across the map. The mounts are expected to come with Iceborne in September for PS4 and Xbox One. The Steam version on PC will have to wait a bit longer.
This is the Raider Ride: A few days ago, Capcom introduced the new feature “Raider Rides”. This will come with the Iceborne expansion in a few months for PS4 and Xbox One – PC and the Steam version will take a bit longer. It will probably not be until 2020.
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Initially, there was only the video and a few pieces of information about it. The video shows a group of hunters riding on lizards, which looks pretty cool and immediately excited many hunters.
Since E3 2019, more details have emerged.
This is how the players reacted: The first player immediately exclaimed, “We are getting mounts” or “Oh my god” and found it really great at first.
Are they really mounts? The “Raider Rides” are not mounts in the sense of controllable animals like in MMORPGs Final Fantasy XIV or WoW, although you ride them, they work a little differently:
The Raider Rides are more like “taxis” that you cannot directly control.
The player can call such a taxi and then choose a position on the map where they want the monster to take them. The monster is then “on rails.”
The hunter can, however, shoot with their slinger, collect materials, eat, sharpen their weapon, or open the map while riding.
The mounts in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne do not have unlimited stamina, but tire over time and need to rest, during which they cannot be used.
Each region in Iceborne has its own taxi monster.
More new details about Monster Hunter World Iceborne:
In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (PS4, Xbox One, PC), developer Infinity Ward will remove a line of dialogue and part of the storyline before the launch on October 25, 2019. A reference to the rape of a young girl was apparently too disturbing. The storyline will not be in the release version.
This is the situation: Currently, Infinity Ward is already showing a “demo version” of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare to YouTubers and journalists around the world. They did this before the reveal and are doing it again on the sidelines of E3 2019.
Soldiers kill her family and put Farrah herself in danger. Players will later control Farrah as an adult in the campaign.
“He likes young girls”
Infinity Ward is already cutting this: In the demo, there is a scene where a Russian soldier grabs a girl from the fictional country “Ursekstan.” He then contemplates aloud whether he should deliver the girl to his superior, who “likes young girls” – “likes the young ones.”
According to the U.S. site Kotaku, the PR team later stated that this line will be removed from the game.
Originally, the line of dialogue was meant to hint at a development in the campaign that would appear in later scenes – but those scenes have also been cut.
While Farrah will suffer in the game, it seems she will not experience sexual violence.
This is what the creatives say: A journalist from the site Kotaku says he specifically asked why this scene is in the game, which also brings sexual violence into the horror of war.
The Creative Director, Minkoff, reportedly said that it is part of the reality of war that people go through such experiences. And they do not want to shy away from addressing that. The story also touches on such themes – but they have many advisors on staff.
When asked more closely whether there are real-life examples of pedophilic violence in connection with child soldiers, it was stated that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare takes place in a fictional world. It is an entertainment product with a fictional story, but based on real backgrounds.
Why is Thursday so important? A few days ago, last Thursday, the world of GTA Online changed unexpectedly. A building that had received little attention from Rockstar until that point was updated.
Renovation work has now begun at the casino in GTA Online.
The patch day on Thursday was so important because it was assumed that something would change again at the casino. Players speculated that the renovation work would progress, and the building would further change.
Perhaps there is even a preview of what will change through the casino DLC in GTA Online. So everyone is eagerly waiting for the next update on patch day.
How do we know this? A data miner had already stated that the environment around the casino would gradually change. The data miner TezFunz2 has correctly predicted many events of GTA Online in the past. The community trusts him.
Will you make big money in the casino?
The data miner tweeted last week on Twitter that changes will occur near the casino as the casino release approaches. There are also specific dates in the script when changes will be made to the casino in the game.
The first changes can already be seen at the casino – it now clearly looks like renovations are underway.
The thesis that something will happen at the casino again this Thursday is supported by TezFunz2: “If you mean the actual update? No.
If you mean new changes at the casino? Yes, this Thursday.”
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What can we expect? It is now assumed that the appearance of the casino will be changed at regular intervals.
On Twitter, the data miner replied to a user who asked when the casino DLC is expected to be released. TezFunz2 estimates that it will be around the end of June or early July. “Probably early July.”
Additionally, the barrier in front of the parking garage entrance has been removed. New garages may also belong to the DLC.
Officially, the DLC has not yet been announced by Rockstar. Therefore, there are many speculations about the release. The excitement for the opening of the casino is palpable in the community. Are you excited for the casino?
Another hint suggests that the Vulpera will become an allied race in World of Warcraft.
In recent months, there have been various small hints and indications in the game data that the Vulpera from World of Warcraft could one day become an allied race. This would allow players to step into the fur of these fox-like beings. A new hint in the game files supports this suspicion.
What was found? In some lines of code necessary for cinematics, a hint about the Vulpera was found. This code was already added with Patch 8.1, simultaneously with the Kul Tirans under the entry “Allied Races” – that is, allied races. This suggests that Blizzard planned for the Vulpera as a race to also appear in the cutscene where players receive the Heart of Azeroth. This only makes sense if the Vulpera are also a playable race!
Overall, there are increasingly more small pieces of information pointing to the Vulpera as an allied race. However, until Blizzard officially confirms this, it remains uncertain. It is also possible that the developers simply want to keep this option open and may only bring it in the future.
Would you be happy about the Vulpera as an allied race in World of Warcraft? Or does this species simply not fit in with the other playable races of World of Warcraft?
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Fortnite: Battle Royale and the streaming service Netflix are supposedly planning a crossover event.
There will likely be an event for the successful series Stranger Things.
What is the crossover about? At E3 2019, the popular streaming service Netflix announced a new mobile game for Stranger Things via Twitter. However, what was even more interesting was written in a follow-up tweet. It said:
“In traditional E3 fashion, we’re giving you a few tasty teasers to chew on. Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming projects with Behaviour, Ubisoft, Roblox, and Epic Games.”
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Since Epic Games will likely not make a new Stranger Things game, it is probably a new crossover event. After the appearance of Thanos, the Avengers, and most recently John Wick, it is no longer a big surprise when other pop culture phenomena suddenly appear in Fortnite.
Players hope for a Stranger Things event in Fortnite
This is how fans are reacting: Many Fortnite fans were ecstatic under the tweet, demanding either a Fortnite mode for Stranger Things or a “Fortnite: The Movie.” Essentially, Netflix might have meant something like this, namely a series or a film that revolves around Fortnite.
This is why there will probably be a Stranger Things event soon: But no matter what plans Netflix may still have with Fortnite: That there will be an event for Stranger Things is quite likely. Just a month ago, players noticed that there is an ice cream stand called Scoops Ahoy in the game.
A similar ice cream parlor is also featured in Stranger Things. Epic would probably not patch such a place into the game if they didn’t have something planned for it.
When could the event kick off? On July 4, 2019, the long-awaited third season of Stranger Things will premiere on Netflix. That would also be a good date to launch the crossover event.
How both franchises benefit from a crossover
What is this Stranger Things anyway? Stranger Things is one of the most successful series on Netflix. Set in the 1980s, it revolves around a group of kids exploring gruesome and mysterious phenomena that plague their small town.
Brave nerd kids are the heroes of Stranger Things.
This is why a deal with Fortnite and Stranger Things makes sense: Thanks to the cleverly staged 80s nostalgia, the significant nerd factor, and the lovable characters, the series has gained numerous fans. Most of them are over 30 and thus no longer in the classic Fortnite age range.
But perhaps the event will change that and open up both Fortnite to Stranger Things fans and Stranger Things to Fortnite kids. After all, fearless kids of typical Fortnite age are the heroes of the series.
Interestingly: Netflix sees Fortnite as one of its biggest competitors:
While many large companies are presenting their innovations for the coming years at the E3 2019, Sony stayed away from the event. Xbox boss Phil Spencer wished that the competition would have been present at the fair. In his opinion, Sony’s absence harms the profile of the event.
Who is it about? In an interview at the currently ongoing E3 2019, Xbox boss Phil Spencer talked about the fair. Competition from Sony and publisher Activision stayed away from the E3 this year.
When Spencer spoke about the relevance of the event, he stated that the absence of Sony and Activision harms the profile of the E3. “I wish Sony was here,” Spencer said in the interview. “The E3 would be better if Sony were also here.”
Why was Sony not present?Already in November of last year, Sony announced that it would not participate in E3 2019. Instead, the company wanted to explore new and familiar ways to collaborate with its community.
Before that, the PlayStation Experience had already been canceled. This was an annual event held until 2018 to showcase PlayStation games.
Sony wanted to find its own ways to collaborate with its community
What did Microsoft present? Last Sunday at 10:00 PM German time, Microsoft held its press conference for E3 2019. The presentation included the unveiling of the next-generation Xbox, currently being developed under the name Project Scarlett. The new console is set to be released at Christmas 2020.
There were plenty of games and an appearance by Keanu Reeves to see. You can read the highlights of Microsoft’s press conference here:
With the Wastelanders update, Bethesda introduces NPCs into the online game Fallout 76 this autumn. And according to the trailer, it feels quite reminiscent of Fallout 3.
Why does this remind of Fallout 3? The dialogues in Fallout 3 provide players the opportunity to ask questions to the NPCs using complete sentences. Moreover, it is evident which skills can be utilized, such as Charisma, to perhaps extract even more from the person and gain additional information.
Therefore, the aim is to move away from the controversial system that existed in Fallout 4.
What was the problem with the dialogues in Fallout 4? Fallout 4 presented conversations in a slightly different way. There is a kind of “dialogue wheel”, through which only terms can be selected. Therefore, one basically does not know exactly what the hero is saying; you can only specify a general direction.
This often leads to situations where you choose an option and receive a curious response because you misunderstood the term.
Additionally, there are only four choices, while in Fallout 3 there were significantly more options.
This is how the dialogues with the NPCs in Fallout 76 look.
Bethesda listens to the players
Why didn’t Bethesda implement this for Fallout 76? There was a lot of criticism regarding the dialogue wheel from Fallout 4. Players wanted to select complete sentences again to have more control over a conversation.
Bethesda seems to have learned from this mistake and is now bringing back complete sentences with Fallout 76.
What does this mean for Fallout 76? Conversations with NPCs should be significantly deeper than in Fallout 4, and players will have more decision-making power. Additionally, your skills and values will play a role, which gives your character development regarding interactions with NPCs greater significance.
For example, you can choose to place more emphasis on Charisma to charm NPCs.
How do players react? Those who wished for NPCs for Fallout 76 are enthusiastic about the dialogue system. Bethesda has not only taken the criticism regarding the missing NPCs in Fallout 76 to heart, but also the criticism of the dialogue system in Fallout 4.
Now players are curious how profound the dialogues really are. In autumn, we will know when the Wastelanders update is released.
But which box saves the most and which is worth it for upcoming events?
Offer Boxes in June 2019 – What’s inside
This is the calculation: To determine the discount, we compared the item price from an 8-pack bundle with the price in the offer boxes. This is how we arrived at the savings.
14x Super Incubator, 3x Incubator, 5x Smoke, 5x Lure Module
1480/2585 (64%)
These are worthwhile boxes: Raid passes are quite underwhelming in these boxes. Incubators remain in the foreground, but this time the boxes also bring a variety of different items.
How worthwhile the boxes are this time
Special Box: Comparing this box with previous special boxes, this offer is significantly worse. The only advantage here are the Star Pieces, which are not included in the very large boxes.
Super Box: This box is, just like the special box, rather weak. In the last offers, the super box was significantly better. Here, the only worthwhile items are the Star Pieces, as they cannot be bought anywhere else.
Hyper Box: This box provides a good balance between the items again after a long time. If you’re only after raid passes, you should rather wait for other offers. With Smoke and Lure Modules, it also contains 2 items that are not very popular. So the box is okay, but there have definitely been better offers.
Adventure Box: The adventure box offers you once again good deals if you’re only focused on hatching eggs. If you have no incubators left, you can take advantage here, but there have also been boxes with more savings.
Which box is worth it the most? The Hyper Box provides a good mix of all items this time. So if you are currently low on items everywhere, you can buy the Hyper Box without hesitation.
This week, global challenges are also starting in Pokémon GO:
Because Fortnite players complained that they could hardly find these items anymore, Epic increased the drop chances. Without these items, the Battle Royale simply does not work.
What was the problem? In Battle Royale, it’s about quickly finding good loot after landing to defend against other players. Some items are more important than others.
For the community, shotguns and shields turned out to be essential items. And apparently, Epic now realizes that players need to find these items more frequently. That was not the case recently.
What did Epic change? In the latest Fortnite patch 9.21, the developers increased the drop chance for both items, shields and shotguns:
Shield Potion: Availability in chests increased from 11.3% to 12.09%
Small Shield Potion: Availability in chests increased from 16.95% to 18.13%
Shotguns: Overall chance as loot on the ground increased from 8.50% to 9.77%
Regarding the shield potions, Epic explained that they noticed that after removing and adding items, shield potions were less frequently found in chests. This is now compensated by the increased drop chance.
Regarding shotguns, Epic said they listened to community feedback. The chances were then increased for players to find shotguns more easily in the early phases of the game.
Why are shields and shotguns so important for Fortnite?
That’s why shields are important: Anyone running around in Fortnite without a shield is an easy target for opponents. You miss important hitpoints that can determine life and death in battles with other players. Players without shields have a significant disadvantage.
That Epic increased the chance for shields is an important change to not disadvantage you at the start.
That’s why shotguns are important: Most shooters cannot do without shotguns. The shotguns are ideal close-combat weapons that deal massive damage when you hit the opponent directly from close range.
These weapons are an important part of Fortnite and have been there from the very beginning. In situations where opponents are close to you, they are particularly effective and often determine victory or defeat.
As Polygon reports, the old “Pumpgun” accounted for nearly 26% of all kills in Fortnite. And that was probably too much for Epic. But it also shows how much players like to use this type of weapon.
When players then noticed that the new combat shotgun is very strong, Epic lowered its spawn rate. And this spawn rate dropped so much that players were frustrated because they could hardly find the shotgun anymore.
Due to the changes in patch 9.21, the overall frequency of shotguns in Fortnite has increased. Now you can find the new shotgun and other weapons of this type more often.
Epic has likely realized that shotguns are simply important for players and should also be found more frequently.
The developer behind the popular MOBA League of Legends (LoL) has come under scrutiny from authorities. An investigation is underway by a California agency for fair employment. The background concerns complaints that the LoL developer has discriminated against women for apparently years.
After a major insider report from the site Kotaku exposed in mid-2018 (via Kotaku) that a misogynistic macho culture prevails at Riot, the company has come into the public spotlight.
Although Riot Games has taken initial steps to improve its image, the issues apparently run deeper and affect many employees and former employees.
This has been the peak of the crisis so far: Protests against the corporate culture reached a peak when 150 employees from Riot Games left the company building for a protest and protested in the parking lot. This was unprecedented in the history of gaming studios.
This concerned a relatively complex issue: A clause in the contracts of Riot employees essentially prohibits them from suing the company. Instead, employees must seek arbitration: This practice is called “Forced Arbitration.”
Two women have sued Riot Games – this led to the protests at the developer of League of Legends. The employees wanted to achieve with the “Walkout” that Riot Games abandons this clause.
This garnered some attention.
This is what the authority says now: The authority, The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), has now announced that it has launched an investigation against Riot Games since October 2018. It concerns suspected gender discrimination. They are investigating:
Alleged unequal pay
Sexual harassment
Sexual assault
Retaliation for complaints
and discrimination in hiring and promotions
The authority says Riot refuses to release information that would allow them to analyze whether women really receive less than men.
Therefore, they are now taking legal action.
This is what Riot says: The developers behind LoL say they are in “active conversation.” They have released 2,500 pages of documents and are seeking contact. However, their own inquiries remain unanswered.
Thus, they are now disappointed that the authority has gone public. They believe that the company has made significant progress in corporate culture regarding diversity and inclusion.
Apex Legends will punish players who leave a match early. This is well received by the community, but some feel it doesn’t go far enough.
This is how the new system against leavers works: If you currently have enough of Apex Legends and want to leave an ongoing match, you will see a warning:
“If you leave your team, you may receive a delay in matchmaking. Do you really want to leave the game anyway?”
This means that a player who leaves a match early multiple times will have to wait significantly longer before they are allowed to join another match.
The penalty wait times are as follows: A player on Reddit seems to have figured out how the system works. If someone leaves a match early three times, they likely receive a 5-minute matchmaking ban.
If they then intentionally leave a fourth match early, they would receive a 10-minute wait time.
However, if a player is dead and has no chance of respawning, they are not affected by the ban. Similarly, if they leave because the team is not complete—for example, if someone has already left intentionally.
Players think it’s good, but not enough
Here’s how players are reacting: Nobody likes leavers, so every step that punishes such players is initially well received. On Reddit , some fans are pleased:
“This is perfect, I think. Too often I play with a friend and the random who fills the third spot goes out as soon as he goes down.”
“Finally!”
However, some do not feel it’s enough:
“5 minutes is just long enough to go to the bathroom or grab snacks. It’s more of a friendly suggestion to take a short break than an annoyance.”
“There should be a 5-minute ban for leaving even once. That keeps people from leaving the game for no reason. Those with a legitimate reason to leave would probably be gone longer than 5 minutes anyway.”
The punishment for leavers was not the only new feature currently in Apex Legends:
At a charity event, some Fortnite streamers raised money for a good cause. When it came time to decide who would donate the total amount, Ninja won an epic rock-paper-scissors match, and the loser had to donate the money.
What kind of event was it? Four major Fortnite streamers faced off: Ninja, Gotaga, BrokyBrawks, and FaZe Jarvis. They all played several rounds of Fortnite and earned money through their gameplay.
In each round, different amounts of money were awarded for each kill. The player with the least kills at the end of the round had to donate the money.
Rock-paper-scissors decided $19,000
How did it all end? In the final round, it was $1,000 per kill. A total of 19 kills were achieved by all participants. Ninja and Gotaga each only had 3 kills in the round and shared the last place.
To determine which of the two streamers would donate the $19,000, they held a rock-paper-scissors match. The loser was to pay the money out of their own pocket.
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Here you can see the rock-paper-scissors in the video.
Ninja chose rock and beat Gotaga’s scissors. After winning, Ninja shouted loudly and even did a little dance at the end. The loser, Gotaga, clasped his hands over his head.
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This is the current situation for Ninja: The streamer has recently made headlines again, after failing to qualify for the Fortnite World Cup. Such a victory will certainly do Ninja good, even if it wasn’t in Fortnite.
Where are the streamers donating to? The $19,000 went to an institute specializing in Alzheimer’s research.
Recently, the streamer Shroud also donated thousands of dollars for a good cause. However, he primarily used only one arm for that:
After a disappointing test of Ghost Face in Dead by Daylight, the killer is now getting some serious powerful buffs and is expected to become a true threat.
The initial excitement about the announcement of Ghost Face in Dead by Daylight quickly faded when players noticed how bad the new killer was. There were problems everywhere, so many players already felt on the PTR that Ghost Face was a disaster. He was regarded as the weakest killer in the game.
This apparently forced the developers to take action. A new version of Ghost Face on the PTR brought many extremely powerful buffs.
Ghost Face is not only crazy but also playful – he enjoys killing!
What will be improved about Ghost Face?
Overall, there are several changes to many mechanics of Ghost Face. He will be harder for survivors to spot, his ability will become more powerful and last longer. Here are the details:
Changes to Ghost Face’s sounds: Some adjustments concern the range of audio signals that Ghost Face emits. It will be harder for survivors to hear him at long distances.
The map-wide sound when Ghost Face activates his ability Night Shroud will be removed. Survivors will no longer be warned when he enters his “Stalk” mode.
The audible range of the sounds Ghost Face makes has been reduced from 16 meters to 8 meters.
Changes to revealing: For survivors, it was too easy to reveal Ghost Face and thus throw him out of his ability. Most changes are here.
Reduced revealing range: Survivors now need to aim the camera relatively centrally at Ghost Face to reveal him.
A small buffer time has been established so that survivors cannot just wildly swing their camera around to reveal Ghost Face.
The time to reveal Ghost Face has been increased from 1.0 seconds to 1.5 seconds.
The necessary visible mass of the killer for revealing has been increased. You can no longer reveal Ghost Face just by seeing a small part of his cloak.
Ghost Face will receive a warning when a survivor is about to reveal him.
Ghost Face learns the position of the survivor through a short “Killer Instinct” effect (like with Legion) that completely reveals him.
Night Shroud now hides the killer’s red mist at all times, not just when he is crouched.
The crouching movement speed has been increased from 3.45 m/s to 3.6 m/s.
A bug has been fixed that allowed survivors to reveal Ghost Face before Night Shroud was active.
Improvements to Stalking: Lastly, there are some noticeable improvements to stalking, that is, secretly observing the survivors.
The stalking progress is no longer reduced over time. Instead, it resets when the survivor is marked, hit, or knocked down.
The duration of the “Exposed” effect on marked survivors has been increased from 20 to 45 seconds.
Buffs make for a solid killer: All these buffs together ensure that Ghost Face will be a solid if not quite strong killer at his release, representing a real threat to survivors. Whether further adjustments will be necessary can only be determined after his release.
When will Ghost Face be released? The release of Ghost Face is just a few days away. Starting June 18, 2019, you can play as Ghost Face. Since he is a licensed killer, you will have to purchase him with real money and cannot unlock him with in-game currency.
Are you looking forward to Ghost Face? What do you think of his buffs?
In the Fortnite leak for week 6 of season 9, the possible challenges are shown. Learn here what those challenges are.
What’s new: After update 9.21 for Fortnite, the game’s code was updated. Data miners extracted the modified data and shared it with the community. It has now been discovered which tasks are likely coming to Fortnite: Battle Royale this week in week 6 of season 9.
These challenges for week 6 (S9) have been leaked: The 7 leaked tasks appear rather unremarkable. Large puzzles, collection, or search actions with special items cannot be found.
Free:
Task 1: Phase 1: Land at Lucky Landing – Phase 2: Land at Loot Lake – Phase 3: Land at Shifty Shafts – Phase 4: Land at Froty Flights – Phase 5: Land at Haunted Hills
Task 2: Deal 500 damage to opponents with SMGs
Task 3: Phase 1: Search chests at a hot spot – Phase 2: Search ammo boxes at a hot spot – Phase 3: Eliminate an opponent at a hot spot
Paid:
Task 4: Deal 200 damage to a vehicle being driven by an opponent
Task 5: Use the Storm Flip in 3 different matches
Task 6: Use 2 different vehicles in one match
Task 7: Eliminate 3 opponents at The Block or Fatal Fields
There you will see flying drones carrying loot. You can easily get weapons and items there.
In this case, Lucky Landing is a hot spot in Fortnite
How credible is the leak? The leaked tasks for week 6 in season 9 come from data miner @Lucas7yoshi. Players trust the data miner because he regularly predicts the challenges and other leaked content correctly.
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If no new update is activated this afternoon around 3 PM in Fortnite: Battle Royale before the start of the new challenges, it can be assumed that the challenges will be activated in the form shown above.
In Pokémon GO we are getting a new Shiny tonight! The shiny version of Seep is going to be available worldwide thanks to the GO Fest.
When is the Shiny coming? Coinciding with the start of the GO Fests in Chicago, Shiny Seep will be introduced worldwide. It will arrive tonight, June 13th, at 6 PM our time and will appear more frequently. The spawns will likely end along with the GO Fest on Sunday, June 16th.
Shiny Seep is coming – All about the release
What does the Shiny look like? The shiny version is easily recognizable, as Seep will no longer be light blue but rather turquoise. Its evolutions will then be dark blue to purple.
This should also be the case with Seep, as it is being released due to the GO Fest. The chance could be around 1 in 50. However, this is not officially known.
Shiny Seep was to be expected: When the image for the GO Fest in Chicago was published, Seep could also be seen. There, it was already suspected that Seep would come as a Shiny for the event.
In the back right corner, the Seep are playing in the fountain
Furthermore, each of the last Safari Zones has brought a new Shiny. Most recently, it was during the Safari Zone in Singapore with Pottrott. The Pokémon was then available for capture worldwide for a whole weekend.
Will Shiny Seep remain after the event? When the GO Fest is over, the increased chance of Shiny Seep will also disappear. On one hand, the spawns will decrease, and on the other hand, the Shiny rate will be lower.
Shiny Seep will still be catchable afterward, though. The chances will just be significantly lower.
Around the GO Fest, you also need to solve these global challenges:
Blizzard seems to have concrete plans to drastically lower the maximum level in World of Warcraft. Will our heroes soon be back at level 60?
Several months ago, a developer Q&A discussed the state of World of Warcraft and its many character levels. Heroes can currently level up to 120. Game Director Ion Hazzikostas had considered reducing the maximum character level and effectively conducting a “level squish.” This idea now seems to be a concrete plan that Blizzard is considering.
Where does the information come from? Blizzard has sent surveys to some players to provide feedback on the current state of World of Warcraft. One of the questions reads quite specifically. It says:
Are you aware that the maximum level of 120 will be reduced in the future?
There is also a follow-up question:
The ‘level squish’ will reduce the maximum number of levels needed to play the latest content. The new level cap will be dramatically lower than the current level cap of 120. How much would you like or dislike a reduction of character levels?
At least the wording of the questions suggests that Blizzard already has concrete plans for a future date. The next reasonable date would likely be Patch 9.0, which is the pre-patch for the next expansion.
What is the problem? With the ever-increasing number of levels, it becomes increasingly difficult for Blizzard to make each level meaningful and rewarding. After all, you can’t reward characters 120 times with meaningful upgrades like talents or new abilities without the game feeling overloaded. At the same time, a hurdle of 120 levels is a strong deterrent for newcomers, who see it as a much larger barrier than, say, level 60 or 70, even if the time investment is the same.
What would be the benefits? By reducing the maximum level, not only does the perceived barrier for newcomers and twinks decrease, but Blizzard could also equip more levels with meaningful rewards. Thus, there would no longer be a talent every 15 levels, but perhaps every 8 to 9 levels. At the same time, you could redistribute a character’s abilities from level 1 to 60, so that with almost every level-up, you receive a new ability or upgrade. This would at least strengthen the feeling of getting an upgrade while leveling.
When exactly this will happen and whether the plans will really be implemented remains to be seen. Apparently, however, this seems to be more than just an idea, as Blizzard discusses it in surveys as something that “will be the case in the future.”
What do you think of this idea of level reduction? Is it a sensible step?
