Fallout 76 now gets Battle Royale, and later even human NPCs

Bethesda made big announcements about Fallout 76 at the E3 2019 . New features are coming that players have long awaited and criticized for being missing. This includes a brand new mode and even a free trial.

What was announced? In the Bethesda press conference in the early morning of June 10, new content for Fallout 76 was announced. It particularly focused on the Wastelanders update, which is set to be released in fall 2019.

One of the biggest and most important announcements is the introduction of human NPCs and proper dialogues. The absence of NPCs has been heavily criticized for a long time. Additionally, with Nuclear Winter, the Battle Royale mode “Nuclear Winner” will be introduced.

As a small incentive, Fallout 76 will be free to play from June 10 to June 17. During this event, the Battle Royale mode is also expected to be active.

We have embedded the trailer for Wastelanders here for you:

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Fallout 76: What’s coming with Wastelanders and Nuclear Winter

What’s coming with Wastelanders? One of the key announcements is the appearance of human NPCs. In the short trailer for Wastelanders, NPCs were shown who have heard that there is hope in Appalachia.

As players, you will now apparently have the opportunity to ally with these NPCs in groups, which could also lead to conflicts. Every decision is said to have consequences.

One of the newly populated areas will likely be the crashed space station in the north of Appalachia.

What is the new mode? In the also announced “Nuclear Winter” update, which is set to start this summer, there will be a new mode called “Nuclear Winner”. This evidently relates to the recently discovered Vault 51.

The Vault currently has no overseer. This task will fall to you. However, to become overseer, you will be thrown into a battle royale with 52 players and must survive.

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When will the new content arrive? The new “Nuclear Winter” update, including the new mode, can already be tested during the free week.

Wastelanders is expected to be released in fall 2019. A specific date has not yet been announced.

Bethesda head Todd Howard admitted at the start of the conference that Fallout 76 had major difficulties and received justified criticism. This seems to have been heard:

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Borderlands 2: How to play the new free DLC on PC, PS4, Xbox One

At the E3 2019 , a new DLC for Borderlands 2 titled “Commander Lilith and the Fight for Sanctuary” was announced and released. We will tell you how to download and start playing immediately on PC, PS4, and Xbox One.

For fans of the Borderlands series, there was a special highlight at Microsoft’s press conference. In addition to a brand new trailer for Borderlands 3, a new content for Borderlands 2 was announced. “Commander Lilith and the Fight for Sanctuary” is a completely new DLC for Borderlands 2 that has been released immediately.

What are the requirements? To download and play the DLC for Borderlands 2, you must own at least the base game Borderlands 2 on PC or the “Handsome Collection” on PS4 and Xbox One.

How can you download the DLC? It works very simply via Steam (PC). Just select Borderlands 2 from the menu and check the downloadable content. The new DLC should be listed there for you to install – if it hasn’t been installed automatically already.

On PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, you just need to open the respective store and search for the DLC. Since it is free, you don’t have to pay anything for it.

How do you start the DLC? To begin the adventure “Commander Lilith and the Fight for Sanctuary”, you simply need to visit a fast travel station in the game and can directly enter the new DLC area.

However, you should ensure that your character has reached at least level 30, otherwise the enemies are likely too strong. Alternatively, you can also create a new character directly at level 30 in the main menu, which will start in the DLC area directly.

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What is the DLC about? In the DLC, you accompany the Siren Lilith and experience, as the name suggests, the battle for the capital Sanctuary. The DLC serves as a “bridge” between Borderlands 2 and Borderlands 3, which will be released later this year. The DLC is meant to tease fans for the upcoming sequel.

It is also recommended to have completed the main story of Borderlands 2, as there could otherwise be massive story spoilers.

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Highlights of E3 at Bethesda – See the main news here

Bethesda made announcements about many games and franchises at the E3 2019. MeinMMO followed the conference live. Find out the most important information here.

Bethesda announced several news about many of their games on the night of June 10th. MeinMMO followed the E3 stream and now gives you an overview of the most important topics.

The most important news from Bethesda’s E3 press conference

Bethesda surprised with some announcements, while others were expected. The highlights:

DOOM Eternal

This was announced about DOOM Eternal: DOOM was arguably the most important announcement for Bethesda this year. There were several surprises: DOOM Eternal has a release date and a multiplayer mode.

DOOM impressed with spectacular scenes in its gameplay and got the fans screaming with its competitive multiplayer.

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When is the release of DOOM Eternal? The release was announced for November 22, 2019.

The Elder Scrolls Online

This was announced about TESO: The future of The Elder Scrolls Online, the Season of the Dragon, and new content were discussed: This is how The Elder Scrolls Online continues

An epic cinematic showcased a spectacular battle with a dragon, in which the new necromancers played a significant role. Dragons will have an important role in the upcoming updates.

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Fallout 76

This was announced about Fallout 76: The announcement for Fallout 76 presented new features for the upcoming updates Wastelanders and Nuclear Winter.

Fallout 76 is getting a battle royale mode and finally human NPCs. Especially with the NPCs, Bethesda showed that the biggest criticism from fans has been heard and that the game is being developed in a direction that players long for.

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When will it be released? Wastelanders will be released in Fall 2019. The features of Nuclear Winter can already be tried out starting June 10 during a week-long free testing week.

Wolfenstein

This was announced about Wolfenstein: For every fan of bloody and crazy action, the announcement of Wolfenstein was worth it.

Wolfenstein is getting two new games, Youngblood and Cyberpilot: Wolfenstein returns to Europe with co-op and VR.

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When is the release? Youngblood will be released on July 26, 2019. Cyberpilot is set to be released “in July”.

This was also announced

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Livestream of Bethesda’s press conference at E3

When was the stream? Bethesda’s press conference started in the night from Sunday, June 9 to Monday, June 10 at 2:30 AM. MeinMMO followed the conference live on MAX.

Where can I watch? The conference has ended, finishing around 4 AM. However, you can watch the entire conference afterwards in the video embedded below. You can find the full schedule of the E3 here.

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The crazy shooter Rage 2 is getting even sillier with the 1st DLC

The crazy post-apocalyptic shooter Rage 2 is getting new content. At E3 2019, the first DLC “The Awakening of the Spirits” was presented.

During the Bethesda press conference at E3 2019, Rage 2 was also featured. Although the game has already been released, there are new DLC contents that were shown for the first time at E3. The first DLC is called “The Awakening of the Spirits” and expands the game with a lot of crazy new features.

Mechs, new enemies, and cheat codes

What are the new contents for Rage 2? In The Awakening of the Spirits, it is all about a new story with a new enemy faction, probably the spooky “Spirits”. Additionally, the following contents were showcased in a fun trailer in a comedy style:

  • A controllable mech
  • An event with a sandworm
  • An event with an insect swarm
  • A huge unicycle vehicle that crushes everything
  • The grim Ghost motorcycle
  • New cheats with the Wasteland Wizard: Including some that make enemies burst brutally or play tricks with physics
  • New weapons and features

If you want to see all of this in color and with moving images, check out the trailer from E3 2019. Have fun!

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Ghostwire Tokyo: This is the new game from the creators of The Evil Within

During its press conference, Bethesda also had Shinji Mikami from Tango Gameworks, the creators of the horror game The Evil Within. They immediately announced Ghostwire Tokyo as a new game.

A surprise at the Bethesda press conference at E3 2019 was the new game from Tango Gameworks. When Shinji Mikami, the creator of the well-known horror series The Evil Within, took the stage, many expected a third part of the horror game.

But it turned out differently, and the new game is another creepy game called Ghostwire Tokyo.

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What is Ghostwire Tokyo? According to the presentation at E3 2019, Ghostwire Tokyo will not be a survival horror like Evil Within. However, horror remains because suddenly a large part of Tokyo’s population disappears. Only their clothes are left behind.

Now, eerie figures from Japanese mythology roam the streets. Your job as a masked archer is to get to the bottom of the mystery and find out what is behind the creepy occurrences.

However, we do not know what the gameplay looks like. Only the impressive trailer was shown.

When and for which platforms does Ghostwire release? Unfortunately, nothing was said about that at the press conference.

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Commander Keen is the new game by the ESO creators, definitely not an MMO

ZeniMax, the creators of the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online, recently sought new developers for another project. We learned more about it at the E3 2019.

The Bethesda press conference at E3 2019 had some surprises in store. After ESO presented its new DLCs for 2019, Studio Director Matt Firor promised information about the next game from the studio. They were recently looking for a number of developers and many players wondered if it would be a new MMO.

This is definitely not the case. At least not for the current announcement at E3 2019 from ZeniMax.

https://youtu.be/FtQjGPfkEe8

Colorful Cartoon Mobile Game instead of MMORPG

What kind of game is ZeniMax developing? Anyone expecting a new ESO will initially rub their eyes in disbelief. The new ZeniMax game is a mobile game called Commander Keen. This IP comes from id Software from the 90s.

The game is now back as a cute, colorful jump-n-run game where you embody the twins Billy and Billie and experience intergalactic adventures.

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When is Commander Keen coming out? According to the stream at E3 2019, the soft launch of Commander Keen will take place in summer 2019. The game will be released for the platforms Android and iOS.

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DOOM Eternal shows intense gameplay, multiplayer and release date

One of the biggest announcements of the E3 2019 by Bethesda was the introduction of DOOM Eternal. Many new images, a release date, and a multiplayer mode were showcased.

What was presented? Bethesda showed a new trailer for the upcoming DOOM Eternal at the E3 2019 press conference. Included were: Impressive weapons, unique enemies, and spectacular battles.

For DOOM fans, a Collector’s Edition was also announced, which includes a wearable helmet.

DOOM Eternal Helmet

When is DOOM Eternal coming out? DOOM Eternal is scheduled for release on November 22, 2019.

What we now know about DOOM Eternal

How cool is the gameplay demo: The gameplay demo features many different weapons, all of which apparently play differently. These include:

  • a minigun
  • sniper rifles
  • and the iconic double-barrel shotgun

Also included are Glory Kills such as dismemberment with the chainsaw or ripping off limbs, which then directly kill the demons.

The Doomslayer also received cool features in Eternal. A flamethrower is attached to his left shoulder, a grappling hook is under his weapons, and he has a blade on his arm, which allows him to execute spectacular finishers.

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This is the new setting: DOOM Eternal takes place on Earth after the Doomslayer has returned from his mission on Mars. He now wants to free his home planet from demons.

Is there a multiplayer? Yes. DOOM Eternal will feature a “Battlemode” multiplayer mode. It will be a competitive mode.

Two demons with unique abilities face off, and they can also summon more demons. They are fighting against a Doomslayer who stands against them.

Bethesda described the mode as “Demonic strategy against Slayer skill.”

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In Wolfenstein Youngblood you fight against Nazis in co-op – Release in July

At the press conference for Wolfenstein at the E3 2019, Bethesda made two major announcements. If you enjoy shooting Nazis, you will soon be able to do so both with a friend and in VR. Wolfenstein Youngblood features coop gameplay, with the release in July 2019 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.

What was presented? At the E3 conference for Wolfenstein, Bethesda announced that two new Wolfenstein games are coming. One of the new games will be Wolfenstein: Youngblood, and the other a VR version, Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot.

One of the major highlights of the games is that Youngblood can be played in coop for two.

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The news about Wolfenstein Youngblood

What’s new with Youngblood? Wolfenstein: Youngblood takes place 20 years after the last installment in Nazi-occupied Paris, and you play as one of two sisters searching for their father, blasting through the ranks of the Nazis.

Youngblood will be playable in coop. You can therefore liberate Paris together with a friend from the Nazis.

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How does the mix of coop and Dishonored-levels play? From what the first gameplay video shows, Wolfenstein: Youngblood will stay true to the series with bloody and quirky action.

A plethora of different and crazy weapons are at your disposal to dismantle the Nazis and their gigantic mechs.

The objective of Wolfenstein: Youngblood will apparently be to find your father. If a few hundred Nazis bite the dust along the way, that will surely be more than welcome in the game.

When is Wolfenstein Youngblood coming out? Wolfenstein: Youngblood will be released for PS4, Xbox One, and PC on July 26, 2019.

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This is Wolfenstein VR: Wolfenstein is getting a VR version with Cyberpilot. In Cyberpilot, you take on the role of a hacker from the French resistance.

You hack into the war machines, massive Nazi mechs, and turn them against them. Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot is coming out in July 2019.

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The Elder Scrolls Blades is coming to Switch and now has dragons

The Elder Scrolls Blades, the mobile game from Bethesda in the Elder Scrolls universe, is getting a big update for E3 2019. It will also feature dragons. Additionally, the game will soon be released on the Nintendo Switch.

The first game presented at the Bethesda press conference for E3 2019 was the mobile game The Elder Scrolls Blades. It is now Bethesda’s most popular mobile game after Fallout Shelter. Therefore, Blades is getting a big update.

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What’s in the update? Among other things, the following new content is coming to Blades:

  • Solo Arena battles
  • Jewelry crafting system
  • Dragons with their own quest line

When is the update coming? According to the Bethesda stream, the new content is expected to be available today, Monday, June 10. As always, it will be free.

What’s up with the Switch version? In fall 2019, Blades will come to the Nintendo Switch. It will also be free and there will be crossplay and cross-progression with the other mobile platforms. You can play with your friends on Android and iOS and carry over your progress.

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E3 2019 Highlights: The 7 most important news from Microsoft’s press conference

This Sunday, players had to wait until 10 PM German time to catch Microsoft’s press conference for the E3 2019. There were updates on Xbox Scarlett, Cyberpunk, and Elden Ring. We summarize the highlights for you.

That was the press conference: After Electronic Arts had already made an appearance at E3 2019, Microsoft followed suit. As with other studios and publishers, there were small leaks before the actual presentation. However, most of the new information remained under wraps.

We briefly summarize the highlights of the evening for you.

  • The upcoming next-gen Xbox is four times more powerful than the Xbox One X and is set to debut in Christmas 2020.
  • Halo Infinite is one of the launch titles for the new console.
  • There was a dark trailer for Elden Ring, the game from the creators of Dark Souls and George R.R. Martin.
  • A new trailer featuring Keanu Reeves was shown for Cyberpunk 2077.
  • Phantasy Star Online 2, a hit MMORPG from Japan, is coming to Xbox One.
  • With Crossfire X, the “Counter-Strike of Asia” is coming to the West.

You can find the complete press conference from Microsoft and Xbox in our live ticker.

Don’t miss any press conferences with MAX: You can follow all other press conferences of E3 2019 live in our stream by MAX (MonstersAndExplosions). You can find the program schedule here.

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Microsoft and Xbox Press Conference – Here are the most important news

The Microsoft press conference for E3 took place on June 9. The presentation started at 10 PM German time. Here are the key news from the evening.

Cyberpunk 2077

What is Cyberpunk 2077? Cyberpunk 2077 is the next title from the Polish developers at CD Projekt RED. It is said to be based on the pen-and-paper game Cyberpunk 2020.

As with E3 2018, there was a new trailer for the title this year, in which even movie star Keanu Reeves had an appearance. He later also appeared on stage and officially announced the release date during the presentation.

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When will it be released? Cyberpunk 2077 will be released on April 16, 2020. You can find more information about the title from the E3 presentation here.

Elden Ring

What is Elden Ring? Elden Ring is the new game from the studio FromSoftware, which had also leaked before the presentation. It is a fantasy action-adventure by Hidetaka Miyazaki, the mind behind the Dark Souls series.

The development was supported by none other than George R.R. Martin, the author of “A Song of Ice and Fire,” which is the basis of the hit series Game of Thrones.

When will it be released? Unfortunately, the trailer did not reveal a release date. The action RPG is set to appear on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.

You can watch the trailer for Elden Ring here.

Next-Gen Xbox Project Scarlett

What is Project Scarlett? The next-generation Xbox is being developed under the codename Project Scarlett. The console was presented as such at the E3 presentation.

Scarlett processor
Thanks to the CPU and GPU from AMD, Scarlett will be four times more powerful than the Xbox One.

Project Scarlett will have four times the data processing power compared to the Xbox One and will feature:

  • Up to 120 FPS
  • Ray Tracing
  • Latest Zen-2 and Navi technology
  • New SSD generation – Will be used as Virtual RAM

When will the Xbox be released? The release date for the next-gen Xbox is set for Christmas 2020.

You can find more information about the console from E3 here.

Halo Infinite

What is Halo Infinite? Halo Infinite will be the new chapter of the Halo series and will once again focus on Master Chief. In the predecessor, Chief had to share the spotlight with Jameson Locke, which did not resonate well with fans.

Halo Infinite Master Chief Trailer
The Master Chief on board the alien ship that rescued him from space.

However, fans had to do without a gameplay trailer this year as well. Only a cinematic trailer was shown, featuring a destroyed ring world.

When will it be released? No exact release date was given for Halo Infinite either. However, the title is expected to be one of the launch titles for Project Scarlett and will likely also be released in Christmas 2020.

We have the latest trailer for Halo Infinite here for you.

Gears 5

What is Gears 5? With Gears 5, the Gears of War series continues. However, not much was shown about the game. Instead, the co-op mode “Escape” was introduced, where players compete against other human players in asymmetrical PvP.

When will it be released? Gears 5 is set to be released on September 10 for Xbox One and PC. It will also be included in the Game Pass for both platforms. Owners of the Game Pass can start playing on September 6.

More about Gears 5 and the “Escape” mode can be found here.

Phantasy Star Online 2

What is Phantasy Star Online 2? Phantasy Star Online 2 is finally coming to the West after six years. The sequel to the first Phantasy Star Online MMORPG was released back in July 2012 in Japan.

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PSO2 will be released for Xbox One and PC. There will also be crossplay between the platforms.

The game will be Free2Play, but will also have a premium service.

When will it be released? The MMORPG Phantasy Star Online 2 is expected to be released in Spring 2020.

You can find more about Phantasy Star Online 2 here.

Crossfire X

What is Crossfire X? Crossfire is one of the biggest shooters in Asia and was released there in 2009. Now, the “Counter-Strike of Asia” will be released as Crossfire X for Xbox One.

E3 2019 Crossfire X Trailer

However, no real gameplay scenes were shown here either. So it cannot yet be said how much Crossfire X will differ from the game released in 2009.

When will it be released? A rough release date for this game has also been set for 2020.

You can find more info and the trailer for Crossfire X here.

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Microsoft brings Crossfire X, the largest shooter game in Asia, to us

As announced by Microsoft at its E3 press conference, Crossfire X will be coming to the West. The “Counterstrike of Asia” is set to be released on Xbox One in 2020.

What is Crossfire X? Crossfire X is a first-person shooter developed by the South Korean studio Smilegate Entertainment. It is a standalone version of the shooter Crossfire. Currently, it is only playable in the Asian region, but it is very popular there.

The shooter is referred to by PCGamer.com as the Counterstrike of Asia. Accordingly, you will battle against other players in competitive matches and must eliminate each other on tight maps.

Crossfire has been around for a few years and was released in 2009. Now the shooter, as Crossfire X, is coming to Xbox One.

E3 2019 Crossfire X Trailer

Crossfire X at E3

So far, there have been no real gameplay scenes. The trailer shows some dramatic shots with soldiers in combat. It is therefore unknown how much it will differ from the original version.

When is Crossfire X supposed to be released? The release is currently only vaguely set for the year 2020. No more details have been disclosed yet.

Will it be released on other platforms as well? That is unclear. So far, it has only been officially announced for Xbox One. PCGamer mentions a possible release on PC.

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What else was shown at Microsoft’s press conference can initially be read in our live ticker:

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Halo Infinite: Check out the new trailer from E3

At Microsoft’s E3 presentation this Sunday evening, a proper trailer for Halo Infinite was finally shown. The story of Master Chief continues, and the Spartan is back in action.

What is Halo Infinite? Halo Infinite is intended to be a sort of spiritual reboot of the Halo series, while also continuing the story of Master Chief after Halo 5. That’s why the developers at 343 Industries chose the name Halo Infinite.

In an interview, Executive Producer Kiki Wolfkill mentioned that they want to appeal to a new generation of players with Halo Infinite, including those whose parents have played Halo themselves.

Additionally, Infinite is supposed to take a new direction. Rumors suggest this could hint at a Halo with live service, similar to Fortnite or Destiny.

After Halo Infinite was announced at E3 last year, only a trailer for the new Slipstream engine was shown, but at E3 2019, there was finally gameplay footage of the upcoming shooter.

When is it coming out? A release date for Halo Infinite has not been announced. However, it is said to be a launch title for the next Xbox Scarlett, which is expected to be released in Christmas 2020.

Halo Infinite will be available for Xbox Scarlett and PC.

Project Scarlett is the name under which the console is being developed at Microsoft. The final name has not been confirmed yet.

Check out the Halo Infinite trailer from E3

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What can be seen? The trailer begins with a stranger trapped on a spaceship. His ship loses pressure, and it’s clear that the man is in considerable trouble.

With great effort, the stranger manages to patch the leak. Shortly after, he receives a friendly signal. He tries to make contact over the radio but receives no response. When he wipes the fogged window, he sees a figure in front of his spaceship – Master Chief is floating lifelessly in space.

The man expends his remaining energy reserves to revive Master Chief, hoping that the Chief can rescue him from his predicament.

Halo Infinite Cortana Chip
The chip that hosted Cortana until Halo 4, and assisted the Chief, is now empty.

The Chief finds in his right hand the chip that housed his AI friend Cortana in the previous parts, but now it is empty. The man shows the Chief why he is in such a bind: He apparently comes from a ring world, a Halo, which has been destroyed.

Instead of fleeing, the Chief sets out to fight again. He opens the ship’s hatches, and the name of the game is revealed: Halo Infinite.

The fans are still waiting for actual gameplay footage.

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Here is a crazy trailer for Borderlands 3 from E3 – free DLC for part 2 is out

At the E3 2019, a new trailer for Borderlands 3 was released. Additionally, there is now a new DLC available for the predecessor, Borderlands 2 – for free.

The E3 2019 is in full swing and Microsoft is churning out announcement after announcement. Borderlands 3 also made a small appearance. The upcoming coop loot shooter has received a new trailer that showcases more of the game’s madness.

Furthermore, a new DLC for Borderlands 2 has been officially announced and also released immediately.

E3 Trailer for Borderlands 3

What can be seen in the trailer? The trailer for Borderlands 3 from E3 2019 is a colorful mix of the “typical Borderlands madness.” All four vault hunters are shown with their special abilities unleashed on a multitude of enemies.

Of course, loot is also the focus here. It’s not just about shooting and picking up loot, but also about using loot… or something like that. As usual, Borderlands plays with its strange humor.

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Especially exciting: The trailer reveals that Lilith is likely no longer a Siren. She says, “There are 6 Sirens – and I was one of them.” This essentially confirms a fan theory that Lilith has lost her Siren powers.

Free DLC for Borderlands 2 is out

New DLC for Borderlands 2 has launched: At the same time as the new trailer was released at E3, a new DLC for the predecessor, Borderlands 2, was launched.

“Commander Lilith & The Fight for Sanctuary” is now available on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One – completely free of charge. The DLC connects the story of Borderlands 2 with its successor, Borderlands 3, and is therefore a must for all fans.

How can you play the new DLC? Since the DLC is free, you just need to download it from the respective store. On Steam, select Borderlands 2 in your library and then the downloadable content. On PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, simply select the respective stores and search for “Commander Lilith” and the DLC should be listed. A prerequisite is owning Borderlands 2.

What do you think of the new trailer? Are you already hyped for Borderlands 3? Or are you already playing the DLC for Borderlands 2? How do you like the new scenes?

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The new Xbox Scarlett is 4 times as powerful as the Xbox One X

Release and more information about the new Xbox generation “Project Scarlett” was presented by Microsoft during the press conference at E3 2019. We will show you the details.

What is known about the new Xbox generation? The new console is all about gaming. Load times are supposed to be extremely reduced.

  • Up to 120 FPS
  • 8K resolution
  • GDDR 6 RAM
  • Real-time ray tracing (via hardware acceleration)
  • Latest AMD Zen 2 processors and Navi technology powering the console
  • New SSD generation – used as virtual RAM

With the CPU and GPU from AMD, “Project Scarlett” is 4 times stronger in data processing compared to the Xbox One X.

Scarlett processor

With the SSD technology as virtual RAM, load times are said to be extremely reduced, allowing for faster movement through the worlds of games.

For the SSDs, a new generation is used. These are said to be 40 times faster compared to the Xbox One.

As a launch title for the new console generation, Halo Infinite was mentioned.

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Release date: Project Scarlett is set to be released at Christmas 2020.

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This is how Microsoft teased the Xbox: Even before the start of E3 2019, hype around the new Xbox consoles spread. Fans extracted codes from several tweets. These were hidden next to the focus points of the images. Deciphered, they ultimately formed the word Scarlett.

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What rumors were there beforehand about the new Xbox family?

Rumors about the Scarlett family of Xbox surfaced shortly after E3 2018. It was said that Microsoft plans to present several new consoles and then release the new Xbox as a finale in 2020.

Already at the end of 2018, the names Lockhart and Anaconda became known through rumors, which hinted at “the two new Xbox consoles” at that time.

It was speculated that these two models would differ like the Xbox One S and the Xbox One X. The Lockhart was said to be the cheaper base model and a bit stronger than the Xbox One X.

Further, it was stated in a December leak that the Anaconda would be the more expensive version with much more power.

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1. Trailer for Elden Ring: The new game from the creators of Dark Souls

At the Microsoft press conference, a first trailer for Elden Ring, the new game from FromSoftware, the developers of the “Dark Souls” series. George R.R. Martin, the author of the “Game of Thrones” book series, also worked on the game.

This is the new game from FromSoftware: Elden Ring will be a new fantasy action RPG with an open world, coming from the creators of Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro.

As previously speculated in leaks, George R. R. Martin is collaborating in a supportive role on the story and game world of the game. Martin is known as the author of the book series “A Song of Ice and Fire”, on which the “Game of Thrones” series is based.

When is Elden Ring supposed to be released? Unfortunately, the trailer does not reveal a release date. Titles like Dark Souls (May 24), Bloodborne (March 27), or Sekiro (March 22) have always been released in spring. It is possible that Elden Ring aims for a similar time frame. However, there has been no official statement regarding this yet.

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George R. R. Martin and “Soulsborne” creator Myazaki are collaborating

What is Elden Ring about? This is not yet known. The trailer only shows some dark scenes that at least suggest the direction it is heading. It seems it will have a rather dark fantasy setting.

The previous leaks have mentioned a large open world. Danger lurks around every corner, against which players must defend themselves.

It is likely that Elden Ring will follow a similar path as Dark Souls and Bloodborne. These are known for their challenging difficulty.

In the meantime, a new image has also been uploaded, which could possibly be the cover:

Source: Facebook

So far, not much is known about the setting. However, it is said to have a Celtic influence.

On which platforms will Elden Ring be released? The action RPG will be released on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. More information will follow.

The Microsoft press conference is currently still ongoing. Here you can find streams and our live ticker:

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E3 2019 brings a MMORPG – Phantasy Star Online 2 is finally coming

The famous online action RPG Phantasy Star Online 2 is finally coming to the West after six years. The MMORPG is supposed to be released on Xbox One and PC in 2020. This was surprisingly announced by Microsoft at E3 2019.

What was announced? During the Microsoft conference at E3 2019, it was announced that the online action RPG Phantasy Star Online 2 is finally coming to the West.

After the English website for the game was taken offline in 2017, fans had already given up hope for it. But now it has been announced for Xbox One and PC.

The MMORPG will be available here in Spring 2020. You can watch the trailer here:

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What is Phantasy Star Online 2? The successor to the first Phantasy Star Online MMORPG was released in July 2012 in Japan. Here is an overview of the key information about PSO2:

  • Payment model: The game is free-to-play but has a premium service.
  • Combat system: Action
  • Platforms: Xbox One and PC
  • Crossplay between platforms will be possible

The story and content updates in Phantasy Star Online 2 come in episodes. Currently, there are a total of 5 episodes, and all of them will be playable here.

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This is how the gameplay of Phantasy Star Online 2 works: The gameplay is based on quests and is designed for groups of up to four players. The quests are played in instances, which sometimes contain random elements to keep the gameplay exciting.

For example, it may happen that so-called “Emergency Codes” occur in the quests. They provide players with additional rewards when they fulfill certain tasks or conditions.

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Phantasy Star Online 2 has a large English fan community that has already released patches in English and continues to bring new updates whenever PSO2 receives new content.

Originally, it was intended that SEGA would bring the game to the West in 2012, but then there was a long silence, and now it has led to the surprising announcement at E3 2019.

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It is definitely a highly anticipated MMO title.

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This is the new Elite Controller that you will soon play Xbox with

Microsoft has now introduced the new Elite Controller “Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2” for Xbox and PC. The new controller features a USB-C port and a rechargeable battery.

What is new? The popular Elite Controller from Microsoft is coming in a new version. This new version was introduced at Microsoft’s press conference during E3 2019.

In the trailer, you can see the new controller and its features:

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What has changed?

  • Adjustable pressure of the thumbsticks
  • Shorter travel of the shoulder buttons
  • Rubber for better grip
  • Refined components
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The pressure sensitivity of the analog sticks can be adjusted, allowing you to have an even better feeling while gaming with it.

The new Elite Controller also comes with a battery that is said to last for up to 40 hours. The battery is rechargeable.

With the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox One and Windows 10, you can customize the controller to suit your playstyle in many ways. Key assignments for voice commands like “Record” or “Take a screenshot” are possible.

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The shoulder buttons have shorter travel distances, allowing you to click faster and shoot more effectively.

The handles seem to be made of non-slip material so that the device stays firmly in your hands even during intense battles in your matches.

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In the center of the controller, you will find a button that allows you to switch between 3 saved profiles.

What connections does the controller have? The new Elite is equipped with support for USB-C and Bluetooth.

Pre-order the new Elite Controller for Xbox: If you are convinced by the new controller, you can now pre-order on the Xbox website. The price is 179.99 €.

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What is included in the package? If you purchase the controller, you will receive the following items:

  • Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
  • Carrying case
  • Set with 6 thumbsticks: 2x standard, 2x classic, 1x high, 1x wide
  • Set with 4 paddles – 2x medium, 2x small
  • Set of 2 D-Pads – standard and faceted
  • Adjustment tool for the thumbsticks
  • Charging station
  • USB-C cable
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When will the new Elite Controller be released? The new generation of controllers is set to be released in November 2019.

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Gears 5 shows its bloody coop mode Escape – Looks like a lot of action

During the E3 press conference, Microsoft first unveiled Gears 5. The release and the coop mode Escape were presented. Check out the trailer here.

When is Gears 5 being released? The release date was also revealed at the conference. Gears 5 is set to be released on September 10 for Xbox One and PC.

It is also included in the Game Pass for both platforms. Game Pass owners can even start on September 6.

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Escape brings coop for 3 players

This is the Escape mode: In Escape, you fight together in coop against monsters. Unlike the Horde mode, players do not need to survive, but rather escape.

  • Up to three players fight side by side against nasty creatures
  • As a trio, you must fight your way outside (online or locally)
  • You can explore the map and unlock new areas where you find weapons and modifications
  • There are 3 class-based characters with active and passive abilities
  • Each class has its own skill cards and collects its own experience points.

According to IGN.com, who were able to preview the mode, Escape can be very challenging. Teamwork is said to be crucial for survival.

Unfortunately, there is no gameplay footage yet. Instead, Microsoft released a trailer showcasing many action-packed scenes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErqsgG0HRR8

What do you think of Gears 5? Are you excited about the Escape mode? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments.

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Superstar Keanu Reeves plays an important role in Cyberpunk 2077

The actor Keanu Reeves will play a special role in the sci-fi RPG Cyberpunk 2077. Many details were revealed at the E3 2019.

The E3 2019 is in full swing and numerous pieces of information about Cyberpunk 2077 have been published. Besides a lot of information about the game, there was also the appearance of a special person. The actor Keanu Reeves came on stage and explained that he will be a part of Cyberpunk 2077.

Who is Keanu Reeves? Keanu Reeves is considered by many to be an icon in the sci-fi genre, as he has starred in many major films. Especially as Neo in the “Matrix” series, he was popular, but in more recent times, he has also thrilled audiences as John Wick.

What kind of role does Reeves play in Cyberpunk 2077? Which role exactly Keanu Reeves will play in Cyberpunk 2077 is still not clearly defined. However, he can be seen at the end of the latest trailer. There he informs the player that they “have to burn down a city.” It is therefore possible that his character takes on some sort of mentor role in Cyberpunk for the player – but this is still speculation.

Update June 10: We now know that Keanu Reeves plays the role of “Johnny Silverhand.” In character creation, players can choose him as a childhood hero for their own character V.

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Why is Keanu Reeves involved? Keanu Reeves stated that the developers had approached him some time ago and asked if he wanted to be a part of Cyberpunk 2077. As a big sci-fi fan, he could not refuse. He will lend his voice (and appearance) to at least one character in Cyberpunk 2077.

In the end, he even received a special honor. Keanu Reeves was able to reveal the release date of Cyberpunk 2077 and get the cheering crowd at the E3 even more fired up.

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Microsoft brings Xbox Game Pass for PC for 1€ in the first month, 3.99€ after that

At their E3 conference, Microsoft announced the price for their Xbox Game Pass on PC. You can now sign up for the beta.

What is the price of the Xbox Game Pass on PC? On the official page of the MS Store, you can now find the price for the Xbox Game Pass for PC. For €3.99 a month, PC gamers will be able to play selected Xbox games.

You can now also sign up for the beta of the PC Pass and gain access to 10 selected games for only €1. After the service launches, over 100 games will be available for Pass owners.

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Just like the Xbox version of the Pass, the library of available games will expand over time, and new titles will be added.

Available games include titles like:

You can sign up for the beta on the Xbox homepage: Sign up here

What other benefits are there? Pass owners will also receive the following benefits when purchasing games:

  • 20% discount on the games currently included in the Pass
  • 10% on the DLCs of the games included in the Pass

There will also be a new app that combines the features of the MS Store and the Xbox App. It is already listed as a beta in the MS Store but cannot be downloaded yet.

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