Dice has incurred some community backlash with a screenshot of the online shooter Star Wars Battlefront 2. The situation is referred to as “Droidekagate.”
In a new screenshot of the online shooter Star Wars Battlefront 2, attentive fans have spotted a Droideka and hoped that these robots would be introduced in the game. However, when DICE denied this, it led to heavy criticism.
A Droideka causes a small uproar
Droideka teased in the screenshot: DICE is currently working on the “Elite Corps” update for Star Wars Battlefront 2. This is set to release on August 29. The developers released a screenshot as a teaser. Naturally, fans paid close attention and spotted a Droideka in the background.
Droidekas first appeared in the film Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, posing a challenge to the Jedi Knights. Since Droidekas were also included in Star Wars Battlefront II from 2005 and were very popular among players as a playable class, there was hope that DICE would also introduce the robots into the current game and make them playable.
DICE denies Droidekas: However, DICE initially denied that it was even a Droideka. It was just “debris” in the background. But a zoom on the spot in the screenshot clearly shows that it is a Droideka. DICE then acknowledged this, but stated that it was an unused static asset from the game that somehow made its way into this image.
The Droidekas were once planned but were scrapped, so they don’t even have animations, let alone a UI or abilities.
Fans are disappointed: Consequently, players of Star Wars Battlefront 2 expressed significant disappointment. The future of the game has now become less interesting. It is highly unprofessional to generate such hype initially, only to then provide a massive disappointment. The criticism has been quite harsh, and fans are now referring to the situation as “Droideka-gate.” It is not just about the Droideka itself, but about the communication with fans, which leaves much to be desired.
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Microsoft has announced that DayZ will be available as Game Preview for Xbox One starting August 29. A PS4 version of DayZ is also in the works and will be released at a later date. Here is what we know about the release of DayZ on Xbox One.
DayZ will be available on Xbox One as Game Preview. This is a program similar to Early Access, allowing Xbox players to purchase and test digital titles that are still in development.
Xbox One Version in Game Preview
The Microsoft Store explicitly states that DayZ is a game still in development. Existing features may change before the final release.
The Game Preview of DayZ will be available for Xbox One starting August 29. The price is not yet known. Bohemia Interactive has recently sent Closed Preview keys to 5,000 players. Until the release of the Game Preview, access to the game will only be possible through one of these keys.
How to download DayZ: The product page for the game is currently not accessible directly on the console. However, interested players can already find information about DayZ on the official Microsoft Store.
Once DayZ has been released, the survival game can be downloaded either through the store’s website to your home console or via the appropriate store tab on your Xbox One itself.
However, please note that an active Xbox Live Gold subscription is required to play DayZ.
What is DayZ?
DayZ started as a modification of the game ArmA 2: Combined Operations, before becoming a standalone game in 2013. The goal of the game is to survive for as long as possible in an open world populated by zombies.
Players start with very little equipment and supplies on an unknown beach and must venture inland to find weapons, armor, and medical supplies. However, the threat in DayZ comes not only from zombies, but also from other human players who can become a threat.
Players can choose whether to cooperate with others or to ambush them and steal their supplies. Thus, you must weigh how much you want to trust your fellow players.
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Fortnite regularly offers new starter packs. They include an exclusive skin as well as goodies and V-Bucks for a low price. See here what’s included in the new pack “The Ace”. Many are reminded of the new TV series “Money Heist” by the skin.
The third starter pack: Today, on August 28, 2018, the PlayStation Store of the United Arab Emirates releases the latest starter pack called “The Ace”. This is the third of such packs; the first two were the “Halo Skin” and the “Wingman”.
The contents of the new starter pack: The centerpiece of the new starter pack is Ace, the new outfit of the same name. It features a masked woman. She wears a hood. Her colors are red, white, and black.
Additionally, there is another back bling called “Swag Bag”. It looks like a sports bag full of V-Bucks.
The outfit looks like a popular TV series
Where is the skin known from? The new outfit is meant to represent a type of thief. Many believe the outfit references the new TV series “Money Heist”. This is a Spanish TV series from 2017 that was very successful on Netflix.
Fortnite is known for generously using popular culture.
A real bargain?
What else is in the Ace pack? As usual, the developers have included 600 V-Bucks in the pack. This is approximately 6 euros.
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Is the starter pack worth it? The pack costs only 4.99 euros. This is less than the value of the included V-Bucks. The skin and the back bling are therefore a free bonus.
Ideal for bargain hunters: So if you like playing Fortnite but do not want to spend much money on skins, this is the right choice. Normally, character skins cost at least 8 euros and usually do not include a back bling or extra in-game currency for this price range.
Why is Epic doing this? However, the special offer is not just pure goodwill from Epic Games. Rather, such bargains attract people to the shop who have not yet made any microtransactions in the game. This provides Epic with valuable “first purchases.”
The idea behind it is that a player who has purchased something once is more likely to buy something a second time. Especially since the 600 V-Bucks from the pack alone are not enough for additional character skins, and some players will surely reach for their virtual wallet again.
When exactly does the pack come out? The exact release time on August 28 is unfortunately still unclear.
It is still unclear how many players can compete against each other in the in-house Battle Royale mode Blackout in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4. Information from merchants now provides a possible new hint.
Recently, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 was listed on the website of the leading game retailer GAME from the UK. The game’s description also contained details about the player count of the Blackout mode. However, this information has not been officially confirmed.
Maximum player count in Blackout likely follows genre standard
Like the competition: If we are to believe the game description, up to 100 players will be able to participate in matches in the Blackout mode of Black Ops 4 – just like in Fortnite, PUBG, or H1Z1.
The feature was described with the words: “…you are competing against 99 other players on the largest Call of Duty map…”. However, the wording of the description has since been changed.
Speculations about the size: There has been speculation about the total player count in Blackout for some time now. While numerous sources have suggested a reduced player count (60), there were also previous hints of up to 100 players. Whether the most recent information is an error or an actual premature release is still unknown.
Blackout Beta should bring clarity: A dedicated beta for the Blackout mode of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is scheduled for September. By then, there should be an official statement regarding the maximum player count of the battle royale mode.
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate releases today, August 28, on the Nintendo Switch. We reveal everything you need to know about the title.
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is now available as a boxed version in stores and as a download for Nintendo Switch. This marks the first title in the Monster Hunter series to come to Nintendo’s hybrid console.
What is Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate? It is the successor to Monster Hunter Generations, which was released in 2015 on the Nintendo 3DS. Monster Hunter Generations is part of the fourth generation of the franchise and came before Monster Hunter World.
What is special about the Ultimate version? The Ultimate version brings new content, such as the fan-desired new quest level “G-Rank”. For many hunters, the real endgame begins with Ultimate, as the monsters are more aggressive, have tougher move sets, and are generally harder to defeat. To match this, new equipment must be farmed again.
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Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is an older game: Those who are new to the franchise through World should know that this is an older title. The Ultimate expansion does not change this.
There will be overall fewer comfort features, which some veterans may see as a plus. Think of things like being able to drink potions only while standing or loading screens between different zones of the maps. We have already broken down the differences in detail:
This is how multiplayer works on the Switch: With up to four players on local Wi-Fi or online. This can be done from home on the TV or in tabletop mode. Players can meet in a café and play, as was done with Monster Hunter on the Nintendo 3DS.
Transfer save data from the 3DS: Those who have already played Monster Hunter Generations can transfer their save data to the Nintendo Switch and seamlessly continue playing the Ultimate version. Here is our preview report:
The puzzles of World of Warcraft are getting increasingly difficult and absurd. Moreover, they are called “Waist of Time”, which sounds like a waste of time. Is Blizzard just trolling its fans?
This is, of course, a play on words and stands for “wasting time” or “Waste of Time”. The name is indeed well chosen, as the puzzle kept players occupied for days. Even with a guide, solving the individual puzzles takes several hours, making it a very time-consuming task.
Together with the pun comes the question: Do players not feel trolled by Blizzard? After all, it is a long and very complicated puzzle, at the end of which the developers tell you: “Congratulations, here is your reward for the waste of time.”
Puzzle fun in WoW: The journey is the reward
Most players of the “WoW Secret Finding” Discord server seem to have no problem at all with how long the puzzles are and that the reward seems to be minimal. They are having so much fun with the puzzles that the actual reward takes a back seat. Similar to a treasure hunt, it is not the reward that is the true goal, but the fun of finding new clues.
That the puzzles are hardly solvable for average players anymore has been covered in this article:
Puzzle masters are still searching. However, the players of the “WoW Secret Finding” Discord server have not given up yet. They suspect that the belt is needed to unlock another step in the puzzle. Currently, they have no reliable lead, but the search is still ongoing.
As long as there is no clear confirmation from Blizzard that this puzzle has been solved, the puzzle masters will likely not rest. For them, it seems that this is not a “Waste of Time” – but rather a time-filling evening program over several days. Sometimes the journey is simply more beautiful than the destination.
This distinguishes puzzle masters significantly from “normal” players. For the puzzle masters, the puzzles and the next step are already reward enough. For “normal” players, the puzzles are just an annoyance that stands between them and the reward.
How did you perceive the puzzles of Legion and Battle for Azeroth? Is Blizzard just trolling its players, or do the developers give fans exactly what they want?
In Fortnite: Battle Royale (PC, PS4, iOS, Android, Switch & Xbox One) the current Season 5 is slowly coming to an end. But what about Season 6? Here is what we already know about the start, new skins, or a change on the map.
The end of Season 5 is near: Since August 24, 2018, Season 5 has been headed towards the finale. As in previous months, something big happens at the end of the season. In this case a huge purple cube. It appeared at Paradise Palms and pushes away anyone who touches or attacks it.
The date is known: According to the timer in the game, Season 5 lasts until September 26, 2018.
Season 6 is set to officially start on September 27, 2018, according to Epic.
The Path of the Cube – Does it lead to Loot Lake?
Based on traces found by data miners, it seems that the cube aims for Loot Lake. There are several reasons for this:
Loot Lake has not been updated in ages, the region was spared by the rocket or the comet from previous seasons
Loot Lake is terribly boring, as a large part of the area consists only of hard-to-cross water. Only in the end game, when the storm forces players there and they have enough materials to build bridges, does the area become somewhat interesting. An update is therefore urgently needed!
Loot Lake is quite central, but currently serves no meaningful purpose in the game, as no one likes to land there at the start of a match.
The lake must go! All these reasons suggest that Epic should remodel the picturesque lake. And what better way to do that than to drop a huge purple cube that reshapes everything? Some theories even speak of a lava lake or a SciFi city.
Crazy Castle? – What new locations could come?
So far, every season has introduced at least one new location, most recently the golf course Lazy Links, the desert region Paradise Palms, and the unnamed Viking ship at Greasy Grove. However, there are hints of a new location: a castle!
Is a castle named Crazy Castle coming? Rumors about a castle named Crazy Castle emerged when a new spray logo bearing that name first appeared. Alliterations as place names are typical for Fortnite.
The castle in the background: The rumors about the castle gained further momentum when a teaser for a new emote revealed a blurred structure in the background that looked like a castle.
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And since nothing at Epic seems to happen by chance, this could well be a hint at a new location called Crazy Castle coming soon.
More time travel or going back to the beginning?
Where is the Viking ship? Strangely, the Viking ship on the mountain is not visible in the picture with the alleged castle. Does that mean the ship is about to disappear again?
What is the Enforcer about? Perhaps time travel will be reversed again. This would also fit with the story twist in week 7, as a group of hooded figures suddenly appeared on the new bonus image, coming from a rift and looking quite aggressive.
These “Enforcers” want to “restore order” according to their description text. So, could it be a kind of space-time police that puts a stop to the colorful time travel antics in Fortnite?
More or less time travel? On the other hand, they could also fail and accelerate the whole time travel theme even more. Then it would also make sense for another castle to appear and for the Viking ship to potentially reappear at a different location. This would also explain why it still doesn’t have a name.
What items could come next?
New forms of movement: So far, each season has brought at least four new consumable items that improved your mobility. These were the Hop Rocks in Season 4 and the rifts in Season 5.
The consumable items disappeared in the next season, but a piece of equipment that did something similar remained. These were the bounce pads and the portable rifts.
This item might emerge from the cube: Season 6 will likely introduce an item related to the cube. Perhaps a type of “damage shield” that absorbs hits for a short time and bounces them back at the attacker.
Later, this could become a kind of aggressive shield potion. But that is currently pure speculation.
What skins are to be expected in Season 6?
More historical skins? Right now, we don’t know exactly what the cube will cause. However, if more time and dimension travels occur, then many more historical outfits could be possible.
It would certainly be cool to see more knights, a kind of king/queen (this would also match the term battle royale), or the long-awaited Romans, Egyptians, pirates, or cowboys.
That’s it for our speculations and assumptions about Season 6. What are your thoughts on this topic?
The Zombie survival game Dying Light is getting a battle royale mode. The standalone expansion is called “Bad Blood” and is set to release in September 2018. Our author Leya was able to play “Brutal Royale” at Gamescom 2018 and experienced heart racing like never before in a battle royale.
Dying Light: Bad Blood has successfully created an exciting mix of PvE zombie apocalypse and PvP battle royale. This sets it apart from the classic battle royale and gave me a real thrill of excitement more than once.
That’s how it felt when I played it at Gamescom.
Collecting blood samples is risky, but it makes me stronger
After my last encounter with a zombie, my life was hanging by a thread. I couldn’t see a medkit anywhere. I had no choice but to plunge into one of the zombie hordes to get a blood sample. I only had a grenade and a wooden stick with me. My life was low, the risk high.
Collected blood samples increase life: But if the zombies didn’t get me, surely one of my fellow players would take me out easily. I had to become stronger! I knew that blood samples would increase my life, even beyond the initial maximum.
Zombies guard the blood samples: I found one of those small, disgusting, organic lumps sprouting from the ground. A so-called “Hive”. Right in such a lump, I had to jab my syringe to draw a blood sample. This immediately attracts a smacking horde of zombies that rushes towards me.
I took my club and rushed in recklessly. Those who want to win and survive have to take some risks. I smashed the heads of the disgusting undead that burst in a flow of blood. Just as a skull exploded in front of me, another zombie attacked me from behind.
Parkour abilities are practical for bombastic tricks
I realized I wouldn’t survive long among the zombies. Suddenly, I had a bright idea! I was told earlier that the characters here are equipped with special athletic abilities.
The athletic jump was my salvation: I skirmished my way out of the group of zombies and looked up. My character could easily get onto the sloped roof above me. Salvation!
On the roof, I had some peace from the zombies and casually threw my grenade right into the horde. A loud bang echoed, most of the zombies were dead, and I could take care of the rest with my club.
With the collected blood sample from the “Hive”, I felt better again and could search for new weapons. Among them were a bow, more bats, a shield, and another grenade.
Why weaken the opponents when the zombies can do it?
I set out in search of more loot. Besides the bow, there aren’t really any ranged weapons in Bad Blood. I hoped I would at least find something like an axe or a machete as an upgrade to my clubs.
When zombies become loyal helpers: As I walked along, I saw one of my fellow players confronting a gigantic zombie. The extra-large zombies guard more valuable “Hives” from which better blood samples can also be drawn. I decided to cautiously observe the situation.
The player eventually ran away from the giant zombie. From this, I learned that he was probably weakened and that I should leave the big zombie alone for now. I crept up on my human opponent and struck him directly on the back of the head. Before he even knew what was happening, his life was already mine along with his collected blood samples.
The helicopter arrives, the race begins!
Once enough blood samples have been collected, a helicopter eventually arrives. However, it only has room for one player and offers salvation from the zombie hell. There must be a sadistic research team behind this project.
The helicopter is displayed on the map: Now I have only one focus point. The landing zone. I see exactly where the helicopter is located. I feel well-equipped, even though my life is not at full capacity. I run towards the landing zone like a horse with blinders on, using my parkour skills to jump over any obstacles.
Just before salvation, I get hit: Only one other survivor and I stand in front of the helicopter. Should I just run straight ahead and try to be faster, or should I attack? I decide to attack him and rush towards him like a fury, bat in hand.
Unfortunately, my opponent pulls out a thick shield and deflects my attack, turning me into mush. Second place, he escapes. Maybe I should have just run.
A dev killed me: After I frustratedly threw my hands in the air and exclaimed, “Oh no!”, a head flashed next to the monitor right in front of me. The young man across from me asked if that was me he just slaughtered and robbed of victory. The other developers around us laughed and explained that he was also one of the devs who simply filled the test round.
He looked visibly guilty, but that was okay. The round was incredibly exciting, and I could have played another one right away.
Exciting mix of PvE zombie apocalypse and PvP battle royale
To stand out from the battle royale crowd, the developers have given their game the title “Brutal Royale”. It actually feels much more brutal than other representatives of the genre.
Close combat pushes you into the fight: For me, a big difference here is the focus on close combat. You are always up close and personal with zombies and other players. Sitting in a corner and “sniping” opponents simply doesn’t work here.
The environment can be used tactically: Particularly interesting are the possibilities that arise from the fight over the “Hives” and the zombies. Right here, I can imagine savvy players finding enough opportunities to exploit this for themselves. It could also be an option for a player to be struggling with zombies at a “Hive” while I sneak in and grab the blood sample from the “Hive” itself.
The zombie sounds can drive you crazy: The fight for survival is already exciting. But when that typical atmosphere of grunting and smacking zombies comes in, it sends my heart rate through the roof.
The map doesn’t shrink: In total, only 12 players compete against each other, but the map remains the same size throughout. At some point, the helicopter will come, and those who want to win must reach that point. This adds a lot of tension to the final minutes of the match, as there is that one point that is so crucial for victory.
This is how Bad Blood differs from the typical battle royale
A quick overview of how Bad Blood stands out:
Only 12 players compete against each other
The map remains the same size until the end and does not shrink
PvE is integrated through zombies
Blood samples from the “Hives” of zombies must be collected. Hordes of zombies protect the samples
The blood samples grant more life and can also be taken from dead fellow players
Players are extraordinarily athletic and can move in parkour style
The focus is on melee weapons
If enough samples are collected, a rescue helicopter arrives that only one player can board
When is Bad Blood coming? Dying Light: Bad Blood will enter Early Access on Steam in September 2018. A release for PS4 and Xbox One is also planned for an undetermined time.
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In August 2018, Wootbox dishes out justice with a heavy hand! The Wootbox has the theme “Justice” and features rough anti-heroes who like to deliver justice themselves. So look forward to characters like Batman, Deadpool, or One Punch Man!
Wootboxes are a type of “surprise bag” full of merchandise and goodies from culturally exciting franchises. Subscribers (Wooters) receive a box every month. Accordingly, there are stylish goodies that match the theme. This time, the theme of the box is “Justice”. Included is loot from Deadpool, Batman, and One Punch Man. A red demon from hell also makes an appearance.
For the first time in Wootbox history, a board game will be included, which even contains exclusive Wootbox content. So pack a bag of chips and plan your next board game night with your friends. You can play for the cool QMX figure that comes in the box. Who it is, however, is still a secret!
The Best Deals for Geeks
Secure the Wootbox Justice valued at 70 euros now from 19.99€ plus shipping. Available in a flexible 1-month subscription or in 3, 6, or 12-month packages. The longer, the cheaper. With the discount code WOOTDE, you will receive an additional 3€ discount on your Justice box.
This is what’s in the Justice Box
This merchandise is in the box:
exclusive Wootbox T-shirt valued at 20 euros
one QMX Deadpool figure valued at 20 euros
one official and exclusive One Punch Man board game with extra Wootbox content valued at 20 euros
one Batman keychain valued at 10 euros
one exclusive Wootbox pin valued at 4 euros
You can order the Wootbox either in a 1-month subscription or in 3, 6, or 12 months starting from 19.99€ plus shipping. For this, you will receive merchandise worth at least 50 euros every month.
Win the Megawootbox
As in every month, a Megawootbox will be raffled among all subscribers in June. Maybe you will be lucky this time and win merchandise worth over 2,000 euros – all subscribers automatically take part in the raffle.
How do I get the Mega-Wootbox? With your Wootbox subscription, you automatically participate in the raffle. So be there and secure your chance to win the coveted Megawootbox “Justice”. With the discount code WOOTDE, you save 3 euros on your first Wootbox!
The new Megawootbox contains selected state-of-the-art technology: a Samsung Galaxy S9 and a GoPro Hero 6 Black. A Marvel Blu-ray box featuring the Avengers blockbuster series ensures exciting entertainment.
Samsung Galaxy S9 valued at 959 euros
As a champion of justice, you must be reachable at all times. The Samsung Galaxy S9 with 64 GB storage will help you with that. This puts the latest technology in your hands and prepares you for all events.
GoPro Hero 6 Black valued at 430 euros
With the GoPro Hero 6 Black, your adventures are perfectly recorded. The compact camera features a variety of settings and a resolution of up to 4K. It is compatible with the GoPro app and can be connected via WIFI or Bluetooth.
Saitama Statue (61 cm) valued at 360 euros
Saitama has undergone intense training to become the One Punch Man: 100 push-ups, 100 squats, 100 push-ups, and 10 km jogging every day for three years. In his honor, the limited, 61 cm tall, hand-painted Saitama statue is included in the Megawootbox.
Black Panther figure (31 cm) valued at 330 euros
The protector from Wakanda, Black Panther, comes to your home as a 31 cm tall figure. It can be adjusted at over 30 joints, allowing it to take your favorite pose or a different one every day.
Avengers Blu-ray box valued at 50 euros
A true superhero spectacle is the Avengers Blu-ray box. Experience the adventures of Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Hawkeye, and Black Widow in the movies Marvel’s The Avengers, Marvel’s The Avengers 2: Age of Ultron, and The Avengers 3: Infinity War.
Once upon a time in space…
In the infinite reaches of space, some figures have landed in the Wootbox “Space”. Included is great merchandise from Star Wars, Futurama, Halo, and Back to the Future. So if the Wootbox “Justice” is too down-to-earth for you, you can reach new heights with the current Wootbox “Space” – but only until July 25, 2018!
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What happens to The Division Part 1 when Ubisoft releases The Division 2 next year? Here, developer Massive gives fans of the first part a little hope.
With The Division 2, Ubisoft wants to continue the story and move the setting from New York to Washington. Many fans are already looking forward to The Division 2, but they are also wondering what will happen to the predecessor.
The Division 1 and 2 could run in parallel
Fans fear the end of The Division: When a successor to an online game is released, it is often assumed that the predecessor will be discontinued. Because usually the games cannibalize each other.
The successor attracts players with better graphics, new gameplay, more features, and a continuation of the story. They then leave the predecessor, which eventually has so few players that it is no longer worthwhile for the developer to maintain the servers.
Or at least support for Part 1 will be discontinued – like with Destiny 1.
The Division doesn’t necessarily have to be discontinued: Ubisoft has now responded to this issue.
David Polfeldt, Managing Director at Massive Entertainment, explains that he is very curious to see how The Division runs when the successor is released on March 15, 2019. “I think that The Division 1 should continue and Part 2 represents an alternative path for players. I don’t know what will happen, but we are very open to this thought.”
Ubisoft wants Massive to continue supporting The Division 1: Ubisoft, the publisher of the game, states that the successor does not have to mean the end of The Division. Massive will continue to support the game in the long term. It seems that The Division 1 and 2 will coexist for at least a certain amount of time.
Fans do not need to fear that the servers of the predecessor will be shut down immediately upon the release of The Division 2.
However, it can be doubted whether substantial patches and updates for The Division 1 will actually appear.
Square Enix trademarks the term “Shadowbringers.” It is speculated that this could be the name of the next expansion for Final Fantasy XIV.
In connection with the current anniversary event, the FFXIV community is hotly debating what the next expansion of the MMORPG will bring. Fans dissect every hint and new piece of information. They hope to learn what jobs or story twists could be coming next.
The official announcement of the next FFXIV expansion is expected in November at the Fan Fest in Las Vegas, as was the case with Heavensward and Stormblood.
However, there are several reasons to believe that the new trademarked name “Shadowbringers” thematically fits the next expansion of Final Fantasy XIV.
The hints are piling up
The story of FFXIV takes a dark turn in Patch 4.3:
In the latest content patch of Final Fantasy XIV, players experienced several surprises. A long-since presumed dead and forgotten NPC reappeared and referred to himself as “Shadowhunter.” A name that originated from the fact that he had successfully managed to kill several Ascians for good. As proof, their masks were attached to his belt.
The storyline is now seemingly finally turning toward the main antagonists of Final Fantasy XIV, the Ascians. Since the main objectives of the Ascians are the resurrection of the dark deity Zodiark and the spread of darkness in the world, it is not far-fetched to think that they could be referred to as “Shadowbringers.”
The anniversary event provides hints to further story development:
During the annual anniversary event, an NPC gives hints about how the story of the game could continue. The NPC represents Naoki Yoshida, the head of Final Fantasy XIV.
These hints always come in the form of a short poem and are often ambiguous. This year, however, the message reads quite ominously:
Even in the English version, it is mentioned that due to the actions of the Warrior of Light, events in FFXIV could soon worsen. The Japanese version is even more explicit, stating that the Hero of Light will plunge the world into darkness after the “defeat of Stormblood.
The timing is right:
The securing of trademark rights for the expansions “Heavensward” and “Stormblood” occurred around the same time in 2014 and 2016 as the trademark for “Shadowbringers” is now.
It is still early for speculation, as the expansion itself is not expected to be officially announced until Fan Fest in Las Vegas in November. However, the name “Shadowbringers” would fit well with the course of the story of FFXIV and the clues left behind.
Meanwhile, the crossover between Final Fantasy XIV and Monster Hunter: World is in full swing. Here you can find our guide to the Rathalos fight (hard):
The auction house of World of Warcraft is getting an update. Players will soon be able to offer whole stacks of items instead of individual units.
Those who check the auction house of World of Warcraft and want to buy large quantities of crafting materials should brace themselves for a long “adventure”. Many players list their materials not in stacks but in individual units. Blizzard now aims to counter this and create incentives for players to list items always in stacks.
This is how it looks in the auction house over several dozen pages.
Higher deposit per stack: Blizzard’s solution is to increase the deposit costs in the auction house to 20% of the sale price of a single unit. This would massively increase the deposit costs for individual units.
As a small example:
If a player wants to sell a stack of 200 Tidespray Linen at a price of 10 gold each (so 2000 gold for the entire stack), they will pay an additional deposit of 2 gold (i.e., 20% of 10 gold for a single unit).
If a player wants to sell 200 stacks of one Tidespray Linen for 10 gold, they will pay an additional deposit of 2 gold on each individual stack. For 200 auctions, that would be an additional 400 gold.
In both cases, the gold will be refunded if the auctions are successful – after all, it is just the deposit.
What does Blizzard hope to achieve with this? The developers hope to encourage players to offer larger stacks more frequently and not flood the auction house with “1-item stacks”. This should provide more clarity and less frustration for buyers in the auction house.
The changes will go live with the next server maintenance, which is on Wednesday, August 29, 2018.
A long-term solution is still coming: Blizzard is aware that these measures will only represent a short-term solution. A large part of the players uses addons to manage the auction house because Blizzard’s standard interface is inadequate. A major overhaul is planned in the coming months to bring the auction house up to current standards. However, there is no set date for this yet.
The streaming embargo for the upcoming online shooter SCUM has been lifted and it has already landed in 2nd place among the most popular streamed games.
Many fans of online shooters are looking forward to SCUM. It’s no wonder that many interested viewers tuned into the streams on Twitch after the streaming embargo was lifted on August 27.
SCUM is already well-received before release
SCUM has not yet been released: The online shooter SCUM will be released on August 29 through Steam in an early access version. Nevertheless, viewer numbers on Twitch have already exploded. Streamers received early versions and were able to stream live from the shooter. All others can join in tomorrow when they acquire the title on Steam.
2nd place in the most-watched gaming streams: As soon as the streams went live, viewer numbers skyrocketed. At times, there were over 200,000 views. Yesterday, SCUM even reached 2nd place among the most-watched gaming streams. For many, the online shooter could become a substitute for PUBG.
Many hope that the shooter will successfully mix battle royale combat with survival action
SCUM plays a bit slower than PUBG, as the play area does not shrink. You are in an area that is 144 km² large. Up to 64 players can meet here. This alone means more emphasis is placed on exploration
Moreover, RPG elements are important. You need to improve skills that play a crucial role in the fights. It’s not just about your skill, but also about tactically improving your character
Survival is also essential. You need to eat and drink, but watch out not to become too overweight
You must try to be the last survivor in a devious game where prisoners fight each other to gain freedom
Viewers are excited: Even though it is still clear that this is not a final version, SCUM is already well received by the viewers of the live streams. Positive reactions in the streams range from “Looks good” to “Best game!” to “PUBG killer”.
However, there are also voices that sound a bit more cautious. On one hand, because there are still bugs, and animations seem “not finished” yet, and on the other hand, because some survival online games have shown that the community is a crucial factor for success. If it becomes too toxic, no matter how good the game is, players will turn away.
How this will be with SCUM, we will only find out once it runs for a while. The early access start is then on August 29 via Steam.
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In Pokémon GO Ho-Oh is active as a raid boss for a few days now. However, it should actually have been deactivated by now.
Surprise lasts longer: On Friday evening, August 24, Niantic announced that Ho-Oh would spawn in Pokémon GO raids. An old friend, who can now even appear in his shiny form. The visit of the monster was planned until August 27, but even now, on August 28, the Pokémon can still be found in the game. But why?
Longer Ho-Oh Spawns Worldwide
Maybe you’ve already noticed it during your Pokémon tour this morning. Ho-Oh raids continue to appear, even though they should have ended last night.
Many reports on Social Media: On Reddit, trainers from various parts of the world report: I just had a Ho-Oh raid spawn. Why?
No explanation from Niantic: Why the raids are still spawning is unknown. Niantic has not commented further on this issue. In the original message, it was stated that the Ho-Oh raids would last until August 27.
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A new update was released in the app stores overnight on Tuesday that should resolve these start issues.
On the other hand, the extended raids could simply be a mistake. Ho-Oh raids continue to spawn in Germany as well. The following screenshot was taken at 9:45 AM on Tuesday morning.
Ho? Oh! Ho-Oh raid on August 28. Thanks, Max!
Tip: So, if you don’t have or don’t have enough Ho-Oh, you should take this opportunity now and quickly join some raids.
How long will the raids last? We don’t know how long these encounters will remain in the game. They may be deactivated again in a few hours. Update: Since around 2:00 PM, there have been no new Ho-Oh reports. The Pokémon has left the arenas and is no longer available as a raid boss.
In the space MMORPG EVE Online, player associations employ their own specialists for propaganda. They tell players what is happening – from the perspective of the alliance they serve.
What is the Ministry of Truth? The “Ministry of Truth”, abbreviated MiniTru, is the propaganda department of the “Empire”, a powerful alliance in EVE Online. The US site Kotaku spoke with the head of this organization about propaganda in EVE.
Other alliances have their own similar departments.
Why propaganda in EVE? EVE Online demands a lot from players. Battles can last days, wars sometimes years. Players are expected to stay online for nights, farming, doing, and fighting, all in service of their own alliance.
From the perspective of the alliances, it is desired that players set aside their own needs and egos to serve the greater good.
This requires regular reinforcement for the individual, that one is on the “right side”. Propaganda in EVE takes things that happen in the game and places them in a context that optimally represents one’s side.
The head of the Ministry of Truth says:
When you win and the other loses, propaganda is about having fun and keeping the regular soldier engaged
When you lose, it is about mitigating the defeats. You have to package the defeats in a way that they do not depress morale
Propaganda in EVE has many faces: Various forms are mentioned as examples of successful propaganda. Simple posters are based on “real” propaganda models from the real world.
There are long text messages that tell a story and are supposed to give players the feeling of belonging to something greater. The message must be conveyed clearly. Here, for example: Every single ship counts.
Even original songs and videos serve as propaganda. Alliances have members with all sorts of skills. One is a singer, another is a songwriter, and the next can edit videos. All of this is used for propaganda.
Propaganda promises eternal glory
A fraud becomes a heroic deed: In this video, the “Empire” portrays the terrible blow against the leader of another alliance.
They lured him into a trap, so that he threatened another live in the Twitch chat, saying he would cut off his hands. For this threat, the alliance leader was banned from EVE Online:
The fraud is told with headlines from international gaming magazines.
The aftermath of the story is reported by the titles of Reddit threads.
In the background, a cover of a hit by Johnny Cash adapted to EVE plays.
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Even before the release of FIFA 19, a trick was discovered that is apparently too powerful on the pitch. This allows you to simply run past your opponents.
The well-known FIFA YouTuber MattHDGamer recently uploaded a video where he talks about a speed-boost trick that is completely overpowered. MattHDGamer has 2.2 million subscribers and is an official “EA Game Changer” – meaning he entered into a partnership with EA. He is allowed to test FIFA 19 extensively and publish gameplay material early, for which he must provide feedback to EA.
What is this speed-boost trick? In FIFA 19, there is a new, improved “fake shot”. The player feigns a shot, but instead of following through, he breaks off and sprints past the opponent.
In FIFA 19, the player gains speed extremely quickly with this trick (he receives an enormous speed boost), allowing him to leave his opponents behind and glide past them. According to MattHDGamer, this speed-boost trick is therefore “insanely overpowered”.
Defenders hardly have a chance to get to the ball – especially when the speed-boost user has a bit of space in front of him to sprint.
Matt has already used the trick against some really good FIFA players and he was surprised at how effective the trick is.
You can see the trick in this video:
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Requirement: You need a fast player for the speed boost to be truly overpowering. He should have pace ratings similar to Salah or Mbappe, so above 90.
How to execute the trick: On PS4, hold L1, press circle, and then quickly press X while pushing the left stick in the direction you want to sprint after the fake shot. On Xbox, hold LB and then quickly press B and A.
You can apply it while sprinting, running, or standing still.
Is this a glitch? No, this is a normal trick that many players will likely use in FIFA 19. Fake shots have also been popular in previous FIFA installments. However, this specific “speed-boost trick” will likely be used particularly frequently – unless EA reacts.
In every FIFA installment, there have been skill moves or shot techniques that were more effective than others and thus frequently used. In FIFA 19, it could be this fake shot that you will constantly see.
Nerf is possible: However, MattHDGamer says he finds this trick too strong, and as a Game Changer, he will surely have communicated this to the developers. He is not yet sure if EA will implement a nerf, but one can expect that the trick will still be this powerful at the launch of FIFA 19.
What is your opinion on this trick? Should EA react or do you think the trick is still within reasonable limits?
An exploit has led to major issues with the World Quests of World of Warcraft. Blizzard is now promising penalties for the respective players.
In recent days, the first players have gained a revered reputation with many factions in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth. This seemed impossible under the current circumstances without using a bug or exploit – and that was indeed the case. Those who exploited the bug can now expect penalties.
What was the exploit?As it was back in Legion, it was possible to complete certain world quests infinitely by exploiting a bug. This allowed players to receive reputation rewards from the respective quest multiple times and reach revered status with many factions. The exploit has since been fixed with a hotfix.
More rewards from the bug: At the same time, players could also gain additional rewards from the bug. For instance, they could receive the gold rewards of quests multiple times or earn quite good gear. If a quest granted a belt with item level 320+, they could complete the quest as many times as needed until the belt was titanforged to the maximum level.
Fans demand perma-ban: What penalties the players will face is still unknown. Rumors suggest that there is “only” a three-day account suspension. However, many fans demand that there be longer or even permanent penalties. After all, multiple game mechanics were deliberately circumvented, and it would be obvious that this was an unintended exploit.
What do you think about this issue? Should Blizzard take a strong stand and impose harsh penalties? Or is it Blizzard’s fault that such an exploit was possible at all?
On this Tuesday, August 28, a new content update for version 5.30 is expected in Fortnite. Included: The Shockwave Grenade. When will the patch go live? Will there be a server downtime? We have summarized all the information for you!
After the patch cycle was somewhat thrown off rhythm last week thanks to the Executor, things are back to normal this week. A new update will be available today. And it comes with a new item.
When is the content update for Fortnite version 5.30 coming? According to a tweet from Epic, the update will go live at 2 PM German time. You will most likely need to perform a download to update the application.
Will there be a server downtime? No, this week you will only need to download a patch. The gaming experience is not expected to be affected.
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New Shockwave Grenade is coming – What will it have? According to an early in-game message, the Shockwave Grenade is expected to be a copy of the Impulse Grenade – but with one major difference:
For the Shockwave Grenade grants immunity to fall damage. With the Impulse Grenade, one could (if done poorly) send oneself to the afterlife. That is no longer possible with the Shockwave Grenade.
Will another grenade make way? In combination with the bounce pads, the Shockwave Grenade should allow for some spectacular gameplay styles again. Will the Impulse Grenade be removed from the game with the new grenade? This will be revealed in the patch notes, which you can read on Mein MMO as usual once they become available.
What else will the update bring for the Battle Royale mode? It is highly likely that players will find more hints after today’s update on how the Road Trip skin will change in the coming weeks.
Moreover, players especially on the Nintendo Switch have been complaining about performance drops since the last update. Whether Epic has a solution for this ready this week is still unknown.
A new raid is coming soon with Uldir to World of Warcraft. We will show you how to best equip yourself with gear. With our tips, you can ensure that your equipment is up to the best possible standard.
When is the release? With Uldir opens on September 5, the first raid of Battle for Azeroth will open its doors. You can immediately start in normal and heroic mode. Mythic mode will be available from September 12.
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Raid Guide: The Best Gear for Uldir
To ensure you are not overwhelmed by the new bosses in Uldir, you should equip yourself properly. As soon as you reach level 120, you can immediately start acquiring new equipment. You have various options for this.
In Battle for Azeroth, you can currently explore up to 10 dungeons where you can acquire gear. To prepare for the raid, you will best find armor and weapons here to prepare for Uldir.
In normal dungeons, loot drops with item level 310+
In heroic dungeons, loot drops with item level 325+ (ID reset daily)
In mythic dungeons, loot drops with item level 340+ (ID reset weekly)
If you only need to improve certain equipment slots, be sure to check the Adventure Guide. Here, you can see what loot the bosses drop and search for it specifically.
Find a Group!
The dungeons become significantly easier if you team up with 4 friends and run through the dungeons together. This way, you can also bypass the item level requirement for heroic dungeons (305+) by going straight into the instance instead of searching for a random instance.
You can also directly visit the mythic dungeons. With an item level of 300, you can defeat the mythic instances with a well-coordinated group. If you already have some better-equipped friends, they can even manage with 290 or less.
Dungeons are usually completed faster and easier when you are in a group.
Look for the Same Armor Class
If you want to acquire gear as efficiently as possible, you should plan your groups accordingly. Include as many classes as possible that share an armor or weapon class.
You can build groups entirely of leather or plate wearers, or take up to 4 cloth or mail classes. This allows items to be exchanged if they are better suited for other characters.
Groups with fewer different armor classes can equip themselves faster.
Unlock King’s Rest and the Siege of Boralus
There are two dungeons that you do not have immediate access to, King’s Rest and the Siege of Boralus. Both dungeons are tied to the progress in the war campaign and the completion of the story:
For the Siege of Boralus, the Alliance must complete the story involving Jaina Proudmoore, for which the achievement “Kul Tourist” is required. For King’s Rest, a reputation level of 7,500/12,000 from Friendly to Revered with the 7th Legion must be reached, and the corresponding war campaign quest must be completed.
For King’s Rest, the Horde must complete the story involving Princess Talanji, for which the achievement “Zandalar Forever!” is required. For the Siege of Boralus, a reputation level of 7,500/12,000 from Friendly to Revered with the Oathsworn must be reached, and the corresponding war campaign quest must be completed.
In a dungeon, Boralus is under siege.
Equipment through World Quests
World quests offer you the fastest and easiest entry into the endgame of Battle for Azeroth. You can already complete some requirements to unlock world quests while leveling, allowing you to jump almost immediately into the action at level 120.
The rewards from world quests scale with your equipment level. At first, you will find items of item level 300+ or 310+. Once you reach an item level of 325, the rewards will increase to 330+ and can potentially go up to 355 with some luck.
Strengthening the Heart of Azeroth
Through dungeons and world quests, you also receive Azerite armor with a level of up to 340. However, Azerite armor cannot become stronger upon acquisition; its level is fixed and can only be improved by enhancing the Heart of Azeroth.
To get the most out of your Azerite armor, you must also take care of the Heart of Azeroth. How you can do this efficiently, you can find out in our guide to the heart of Azeroth.
If you are new at level 120, the reputation vendors of your faction can also help you get started with valuable items. You will receive steadily better rewards as your reputation level increases:
Friendly: Level 320
Revered: Level 335
Elders: Level 350
You can also gain reputation while leveling. However, we do not recommend specifically playing for reputation. The time you take for this would be better spent on other activities. However, you do accumulate reputation passively, so you can potentially improve your equipment later on.
The quartermaster of the Proudmoore Admiralty.
Auction House and Crafting
Finally, there is also the option to buy or craft equipment. In the auction house, you will find world loot with level 350, which is offered for quite a bit of gold but usually represents a significant improvement.
Craftsmen can also create equipment and weapons. You can craft items with item level 300, or with some luck even 310, and trade them. Engineers can create goggles with item level 340, and scribes can create the Darkmoon card sets with item level 355, which are particularly good for many classes.
If you have already defeated some mythic dungeons, you also get Hydro cores – one per end boss. With 15 Hydro cores (less for engineering goggles), you can craft 2 pieces of equipment of item level 355 that are bind on pickup. If you complete all the dungeons, you will have both pieces in three weeks.
Tailor in Boralus
The Boost Before the Raid: Mythic+ and Warfronts
Together with Uldir, the mythic Keystone dungeons and warfronts will also open on September 5. If you want to improve your gear with a special piece of equipment before Uldir, make sure to check out the new features.
If you win a warfront, you can earn gear pieces with item level 370. With some luck, these can even be upgraded to item level 400, which is possible once the mythic raid is available. The faction that controls the warfront also has access to a world boss. The Alliance will be the first faction to control the warfront of Stromgarde.
In Mythic+ dungeons, you receive rewards with item level 345 starting at +2. If you master +10, this increases to 370 in the instance and 380 in the weekly chest. In any case, mythic Keystone dungeons can offer you another upgrade before Uldir.
With Battle for Azeroth, weapon enchantments have returned. Remember to enchant your weapons and other equipment pieces like rings before you head to Uldir.
Also, do not forget that you can add sockets to new equipment if they have a socket slot.
A few quests of the Celebi research in Pokémon GO are bugged and do not work. We will show you what you can do if you are affected by a bug.
For days, trainers in Pokémon GO have been working on a new special research. They are completing tasks to uncover the mystery of the mystical Pokémon Celebi. However, some tasks do not work as intended. You are supposed to complete tasks for days, but they are not counted.
The consecutive days do not count
Some of the new quests of the special research require you to complete tasks for multiple days in a row. These are the quests:
Chapter 2: “Catch a Pokémon for 3 consecutive days”
and Chapter 6: “Visit PokéStops for 7 consecutive days”
The problem: Now many trainers have noticed that while the first day counts for these quests, the subsequent days are not counted. So, if you catch a Pokémon or spin a stop on the 2nd day, it will not be counted for these quests. It’s a bug.
However, the problem only occurs sporadically. Some players can complete the tasks without any issues.
Source: Reddit user FauxKingChrist
The solution: There are various ways that Pokémon trainers have been able to resolve the problem with the bugged quests.
Time issue: Try again at a later time. The community suspects that the Celebi research may have its own timezone. If you catch a Pokémon or spin a stop a few hours later, it might count.
GO-Plus: Another theory concerns the GO-Plus gadget. Try to catch Pokémon without the GO-Plus and do not use it to spin PokéStops either. Not using the gadget has helped some trainers with the mentioned quests.
Opinions vary widely on this. Other trainers recommend trying it WITH the GO-Plus if it doesn’t count without it.
Timezone: Your time and timezone should be automatically detected. Check the settings to see if that is the case.
Bonus tip: Disable automatic time setting and then enable it again. This has reportedly helped some trainers.
Reset: Another possibility is to unpair the GO-Plus or other catching aids in the game, also remove them from the Bluetooth settings and then restart the device. A hard reset (for Apple, press the lock button and volume down simultaneously until the Apple logo appears) could also help. Afterward, restart the smartphone and Pokémon GO.
There is no error solution from Niantic for these problems yet. If the solutions mentioned above do not work, you will have to wait for an update from the developers.
Update: By now, Niantic has fixed the bug in Chapter 2 and 6. Affected trainers might start over in this quest.
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