Cyberpunk 2077 says “No” to microtransactions, hidden in the trailer

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During the Microsoft press conference at E3, a trailer for the upcoming Cyberpunk 2077 was finally shown. There, Cyberpunk 2077 even clearly dismisses “microtransactions.” However, the details of the RPG were very well hidden.

After the first moving images of CD Projekt RED’s Cyberpunk 2077 were shown, some fans were disappointed. It seemed that not much about the game itself was revealed. However, this is not correct, as the developers hid a message in a hacker text before the trailer itself that reveals a lot about Cyberpunk 2077.

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Players can create their own character

CD Projekt addresses the fans: The hidden letter to the fans begins with CD Projekt RED apologizing for the long wait until something about Cyberpunk 2077 was seen. After all, the game was announced over 2077 days ago.

It was further revealed that players can create their own character. On the recently launched website for the game, the protagonist is simply called “V,” which should leave enough room for a custom character. However, how far the personalization will go and whether it will also include the protagonist’s gender is still unknown.

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Microtransactions? Are you crazy?

No microtransactions: In their letter to the fans, CD Projekt RED also poked fun at the controversial topic of microtransactions. In the message, the question was asked whether Cyberpunk 2077 would have microtransactions as well. The developers responded: “In a single-player RPG? Are you crazy?”

No release date yet: So far, it is still unknown when Cyberpunk 2077 will be released, and the developers’ message provided little more clarity. In response to the question about the release, CD Projekt answered: “When we said we would release the game only when it is finished, we meant it… Patience is still required.”

Huge game world and DLCs: The question about the size of the world was also answered: “Seriously big… but to be honest, we have no damn idea.” Additionally, Cyberpunk 2077 is expected to take a similar approach with DLCs as The Witcher 3. This could mean that there will be free additional content, but also some for which players will have to pay.

Finally, the developers announced that Cyberpunk 2077 on PC is 100 percent DRM-free.

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Does Battlefield V have loot boxes but just calls them differently?

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EA advertises that the upcoming Battlefield 5 will be completely free of loot boxes. However, there are indications of so-called “Airlifts” in Battlefield 5. The community is having a laugh about it on reddit.

Airlifts instead of loot boxes in Battlefield 5: In an official tweet, the creators of Battlefield V address the issue of loot boxes. The tweet states that there will be neither loot boxes nor premium passes in Battlefield 5 – all players will play the same modes on the same maps.

Currently, there are 2 versions of Battlefield 5: The Standard Edition and the Deluxe Edition. However, the description of the Deluxe Edition of Battlefield 5 states that this version includes 20 weekly “Airlifts,” each containing one customization item.

“There are no loot boxes. There are Airlifts. Something completely different!”

The internet immediately noticed this sentence. For some reddit users, this was enough reason to start a thread that has since received over 4000 comments. The title: “I guess they aren’t loot boxes if you call them something else.”

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“Airlifts are something completely different from loot boxes!”

Users respond with sarcasm: EA has caused quite a stir in the reddit community with the Airlifts. Users are mocking that EA is now introducing loot boxes again, simply calling them something different.

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People who fall for it would simply be particularly foolish, according to the post. They would not realize that it’s the same principle with a different label. However, some users are particularly annoyed that EA talks about “vital supplies” (original “vital supplies”). It’s a strange term for purely cosmetic items.

The eternal debate fosters indifference: A large part of the discussion is spent by users on the question of whether these renamed loot boxes are even problematic. If they truly only contained cosmetic content, then it wouldn’t be a problem – no one has to buy them.

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The debate about the necessity of loot boxes quickly tires many users. Those who want to invest money should be allowed to do so – most companies would not be swayed from the system anyway. Since the discussion arises with almost every game, many arguments tend to drift into cynicism rather than seriously engaging with the topic.

What do you think? Are Airlifts just renamed loot boxes? Do you mind that companies rely on such a model? Let us know in the comments!

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Fortnite: Patch Notes 4.4 in English – New Weapon, Traps

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In Fortnite, the new update 4.4 is coming today for PC, PS4, Xbox One, and iOS. We have the patch notes in English for you. There we read about a new weapon coming in the update. Additionally, traps can soon be better concealed: they will stick to slopes.

Slope Traps: The new update brings a change for Fortnite: Battle Royale and Fortnite: Save the World: traps can now be placed on stairs and slanted roofs. In Battle Royale, this only affects the “Bounce Trap”, but in Save the World, it affects a whole range of floor traps, including the popular floor grill and spike traps.

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The Highlights from Patch Notes 4.4 for Fortnite: Battle Royale

New Mode Sniper Shootout V3 is coming: In comparison to the last version, there will be no crossbow and less ammunition, but even more players will be running around with sniper rifles than already do. Because now you can also simply pick them up from the ground.

New Mode: 50v50 V3: Epic is adjusting the storm, wants to bring the fight more to the center, also tweaking the flight paths of the battle buses to perfect the mode – in addition, they have significantly increased the drop rates of items and ammunition. This should not be a problem anymore.

New Weapon “Infrared Rifle”: An infrared rifle with a scope is in the game, available in Epic (36 damage) and Legendary (37 damage). The weapon provides an important tactical advantage: with the rifle, you can see opponents, as well as treasure chests and supply drops.

More Range in Fortnite: The maximum range of almost all weapons has been increased from 250 to 275, as players can now be recognized at that distance.

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New Soccer Field: A new soccer field has been added in the north of the map. In line with the challenges, where you must visit 3 soccer fields. Until now, there were only two in the game.

The Important Changes in Patch Notes 4.4 for Fortnite: Save the World

Do Not Give Cheaters a Chance: An anti-cheat system is now active in Save the World.

Quest Continues: Part 3 of Blockbuster is now live. Here, players can hire the mythical ninja “The Cloaked Star”, a Shinobi.

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Devastating Sniper Rifle: A sniper rifle “Obliteration Sniper Rifle” is coming to the event shop. This is a slow-firing rifle that penetrates walls and shields. It is said to be particularly well-suited for demolishing buildings.

Melee Stronger. Epic has significantly strengthened melee weapons with the patch, increasing damage by between 57% and 113%. However, weapons will also wear out faster.

You can read the complete patch notes, currently only available in English, for 4.4 here.

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Fan re-edits WoW trailer, surpasses Blizzard quality

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The gods of Zul’Aman are coming back. At least according to a YouTuber who has polished the old WoW trailer to a high shine.

Over the years, Blizzard has released numerous cinematics for World of Warcraft. Some of these were elaborate CGI animations, while others were “only” trailers with in-game graphics. Yet, in memories, most of these films have remained. The YouTuber IKedit has taken the old trailer “The Gods of Zul’Aman” from the Burning Crusade Patch 2.3 – that was in November 2007.

The trailer has been completely “remastered,” featuring new models, better animations, and enhanced effects. You can watch the finished end result here:

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Especially the exchanged models make a big difference here. But also the different facial animations – like the elf we used for the cover image – capture the mood of the trailer much better than the original ever could.

Why is Zul’Aman so popular? Troll instances hold a particularly high value for many players, as they have been appearing since Classic (Zul’Farrak) time and time again. Additionally, the dungeons are associated with a lot of nostalgia and often presented only a smaller, local threat.

In contrast to the devastating might of the Burning Legion or the all-powerful Deathwing, the trolls were a threat that only became dangerous at one specific point in the world. Especially as a blood elf player, it felt like finally doing something “for the homeland” again.

In direct comparison with the original, the improvements stand out even more:

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We have previously introduced the YouTube channel of IKedit. He also created the impressive “Extinction” cinematic for the impact of Sargeras’ sword.

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Fortnite: Servers down for maintenance, update 4.4 coming – time, contents

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Today, Monday, June 11, the new update 4.4 for Fortnite will be released. To install it, the servers will be taken down for maintenance. Fortnite is therefore offline on PS4, PC, Xbox One, and iOS. What’s in the patch and when will the servers be back online?

Epic seems to have a preference for varying the days when patches and updates go live for Fortnite. Until a few weeks ago, Tuesday was considered the weekly reset with new content and challenges, but Epic has seemingly thrown all that out the window – so this week we will enjoy new content and server downtime on a Monday.

Servers Going Offline – When Will Fortnite Be Back?

When will the server downtime start? If nothing unexpected happens, matchmaking will be disabled at 09:30 AM German time. The servers should be down by 10:00 AM German time.

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When will the Fortnite servers be back online? A precise time is currently not known. However, experience shows that you should be able to log back in between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM. It’s worth it, Epic has cool new features in store.

Update: Around 11:38 AM, the maintenance work on Fortnite was underway. The servers should be back online.

Contents – What Does the New Patch Bring to Fortnite

Update: The patch notes for the Fortnite update 4.4 are now available.

What Will Update 4.4 Bring for Fortnite: Battle Royale Players? The already announced infrared assault rifle with scope is considered certain. It reveals the position of enemy players. Depending on its use, the new assault rifle could completely eliminate camping in Fortnite: Battle Royale.

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Will it soon be obsolete? The Bush

It will be interesting whether enemy players are also visible in a bush found as an item. This would make the bush completely unnecessary and likely cause some discontent in the community.

Additionally, there will certainly be several improvements to the game itself. Will traps be nerfed again? The general opinion is that 150 damage points are too much for a trap. It remains to be seen whether Epic will react here.

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At the top of the players’ wish list: The double pump. The combination of two pump shotguns is seen as overpowering since a double fire rate can be achieved with two pump shotguns compared to one alone. Will Epic respond with update 4.4?

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What Will Update 4.4 Bring for Save the World Players? This week, the PvE faction can look forward to the following content:

  • Blockbuster Part 3
  • New antimatter sniper in the weekly event store
  • the re-rolling of weapon blueprints
  • Report function

Especially the report function should please many players. They have been complaining for some time about players who are inactive or just want to grab rewards without being helpful to the progress of the whole group.

What do you think of Update 4.4? What impact will the new assault rifle have?

The patch notes are now available:

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E3 2018: The most important news from Bethesda’s press conference

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Late at night, Bethesda presented its highly anticipated new titles at the E3 2018. Among them are Fallout 76, Rage 2, and information about the upcoming ESO updates. Additionally, there was finally something about The Elder Scrolls 6!

For the Bethesda press conference at E3 2018, you had to be real night owls. The event started only on Monday, June 11, at 3:30 AM our time! But staying up was worth it. The following games were featured.

Bethesda Press Conference – The Highlights

Here you will find everything about the games that were featured in the Bethesda press conference. All new releases and updates for existing games:

Fallout 76

It was considered certain that Bethesda would bring concrete information about the recently teased game Fallout 76 at E3. The title is said to be a spin-off of the Fallout series and take place nearly 20 years after the great nuclear war. Fallout 76 will be a survival-building game with MMO elements, similar to the barbarian game Conan Exiles.

Here you can find all the news about Fallout 76:

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Rage 2

Rage 2 was also seen at E3 2018. The open-world shooter is the sequel to the first part from 2010. In it, you shoot your way through a post-apocalyptic world full of crazy punks and mutants. The game impresses with colorful action even in the trailer.

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The Elder Scrolls Online

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New content was also presented at E3 2018 for The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO). There was concrete information about the two missing ESO DLCs for 2018. A dungeon update and a new adventure zone are still on the agenda. We may even learn where the new plot in the game is heading after the Daedra story found its furious finale in the latest add-on Summerset. According to an interview with Creative Director Rich Lambert, the new story is supposed to be particularly impressive.

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The Elder Scrolls Legends

The Elder Scrolls Legends Combat

The Elder Scrolls card game like Hearthstone also had a place at E3. Bethesda has swapped the development studio. Instead of Dire Wolf, the team from Sparkypants will now take over the development.

Bethesda was not unhappy with the previous performance but wants to explore the game’s possibilities even further with the new studio. The Elder Scrolls Legends will be revamped.

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Doom Eternal

Before E3 2018, Bethesda’s Vice Marketing Manager Hines stated that the preparations were “Hell on Earth.” Many fans interpreted that as a clear reference to the legendary shooter series Doom, which is also distributed by Bethesda.

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Bethesda has ultimately made Doom Eternal out of the anticipated Doom 2. Doom Eternal brings twice as many demons and “Hell on Earth!” You will get more information about Doom Eternal at QuakeCon in August.

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The Elder Scrolls 6

Seven years have passed since the last single-player Elder Scrolls Skyrim. Therefore, fans eagerly await information each year that a sequel is finally in the works. Last year at E3, though, it was still said: The Elder Scrolls 6 is not even in development! They allegedly wanted to complete two more major games before planning the next Elder Scrolls.

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New year, new luck: Players hoped earnestly that Bethesda would at least show a small teaser for the Skyrim successor. And Bethesda really delivered: A video of just a few seconds promises in large letters “The Elder Scrolls VI”.

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Starfield, new info on Fallout Shelter and a mobile TES

  • Starfield: Allegedly, work has been going on for a while on an RPG called Starfield. This is supposed to be a link between Elder Scrolls and Fallout and bring elves into space, among other things. Although there is no concrete information, the rumor has persisted.
  • Fallout Shelter for PS4 and Switch: Good news for console fans. The mobile hit “Fallout Shelter” is now finally officially being ported to the Nintendo Switch and the PS4!
  • New Mobile Game: After Fallout Shelter was well received, Bethesda also wants to continue to produce mobile games in the future. In an extensive video, The Elder Scrolls: Blades was presented, which is now available for pre-order.
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Watch Bethesda Press Conference Live

The Bethesda conference was shown at 3:30 AM on June 11 on the live stream of our new streaming channel MAX. Here you will also find more information about E3 2018. The MAX stream is packed with shows and information. Mein-MMO will even be live to see twice!

More about the schedule: Mein-MMO live in the E3MAX stream – Our shows for E3 2018 at a glance.

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The Elder Scrolls: Blades – Mobile game announced with stunning graphics!

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At E3 2018, a new mobile game called The Elder Scrolls: Blades was announced. The game impresses mainly with extremely beautiful graphics. In addition, there is housing and PvP!

What is it about? Before Bethesda presented The Elder Scrolls 6 at the E3 Press Conference 2018, there was a longer presentation of a new mobile game. Following the great success of Fallout: Shelter, the popular Elder Scrolls series is set to receive a mobile spinoff called “The Elder Scrolls: Blades”.

These are the contents of the new Elder Scrolls mobile game

The presentation showcased the following contents and features of Blades:

  • It is said to be a mobile game with the typical Elder Scrolls experience from consoles or PC
  • You play it in first-person view
  • The graphics are fantastic!
  • It can be played one-handed in portrait mode
  • There are not only dungeons; you can also explore the surface of Tamriel
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Additionally, there are several game modes:

  • The Abyss: A rogue-like endless dungeon
  • Arena: 1vs1 PvP against other players
  • The Town: Your story and quest hub

Your hero is a member of the Blades, the imperial elite force. You return from exile, and your hometown is in ruins. However, you can rebuild it and thus obtain a form of housing.

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Release this fall!

The Elder Scrolls: Blades is set to be released this fall as a free-to-play game for Android and Apple devices. In addition, crossplay with PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and virtual reality devices is planned.

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You can soon pre-order the game on Google Play and iTunes and register. Playable versions are already available at E3.

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Card game Elder Scrolls Legends is coming to PS4, Xbox One, Switch

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At the Bethesda press conference at E3 2018, The Elder Scrolls Legends was also present. Bethesda’s Hearthstone counterpart is getting a new developer and is set to be significantly revamped. Additionally, a release is planned for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.

What’s new? The Elder Scrolls Legends is an online card game similar to Hearthstone or Gwent. Alongside typical creatures, heroes, villains, and locations from the Elder Scrolls games, the game offers a tactical element during gameplay and complex solo campaigns.

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Nevertheless, publisher Bethesda wants to further develop and overhaul the game. Therefore, a new development studio will take the reins. This was already known before E3. At the Bethesda press conference, concrete information about the plans of the new developers was provided.

The Elder Scrolls Legends – From Dire Wolf to Sparkypants

Why is the developer being changed? Until now, the studio Dire Wolf was responsible for the development and maintenance of The Elder Scrolls Legends. However, it was already known before E3 2018 that Bethesda was putting another studio in charge: Sparkypants.

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They recently developed the strategy MOBA mix Dropzone. On behalf of Bethesda, they are set to significantly revamp and improve The Elder Scrolls Legends in terms of graphics and UI.

Release of Elder Scrolls Legends for consoles is approaching

Additionally, it was announced that The Elder Scrolls Legends will soon be released on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and even Nintendo Switch.

Core gameplay stays for now

Good news for fans: If you enjoyed The Elder Scrolls Legends as it was, you don’t have to worry about the core gameplay for now. Bethesda is satisfied with this aspect of the game and currently does not plan any fundamental changes.

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Blow Up Your Neighbors with Nuclear Missiles in Fallout 76!

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Bethesda announced the features of Fallout 76 at E3. It also explains why the world in Fallout 76 looks better than in the Fallouts that take place later. Because while Fallout 76 is set, some nuclear missiles are still being freshly launched.

Blast your enemies: In Fallout 76, you can search the open world for launch codes for nuclear missiles that are scattered across stations all over the world. Fallout 76 is a multiplayer game – so work together and gather the codes. Once you have a launch code, you can fire a nuclear missile that destroys everything at a point on the map.

You are a resident of Vault 76 and now, 20 years after the Fallout, you are to rebuild the world. You can operate in groups of up to four players or explore the world on your own.

Fallout 76 will be released on November 14, 2018. Additionally, there will be a beta, though nothing is known about it yet.

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In Fallout 76 you can build everywhere – The construction system C.A.M.P in the trailer

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Building and survival will be two of the main features in Fallout 76. The building system of Fallout 76 has a very special feature: The mobile construction and manufacturing platform, short C.A.M.P (Construction and Assembly Mobile Platform).

Build wherever you want: The C.A.M.Ps allow you to place your buildings and items wherever you want. The special thing about the building feature of Fallout 76: You can take everything with you! Progress and items are bound to you, not to servers.

Quickly set something up: Fallout 76 will give players the opportunity to reach settlements. With the C.A.M.P system (Construction and Assembly Mobile Platform), they will be able to build structures and defensive weapons in a short time.

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Das PvP in Fallout 76: Seht im Trailer, wie verrückt der Multiplayer ist

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Fallout 76 is an online RPG, which also features PvP. In an advertisement from the Vault Corporation, friendly interactions with other players were showcased at the E3.

Fallout 76 allows you to roam through the post-apocalypse with your friends and engage in all kinds of shenanigans. This includes PvP. The funny spot is called “Let’s Work With Others” and shows you what such an encounter might look like.

What we know about Fallout 76

Fallout 76 takes place in West Virginia and offers the largest open world that Bethesda has created so far. It is about 4 times the size of the world of Fallout 4.

You can hunt for resources in the post-apocalyptic world either solo or with friends. Base building will also play a significant role in Fallout 76.

Fallout 76 will be released on November 14, 2018, and a beta is planned.

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The Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield finally teased at E3 2018!

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At the Bethesda press conference at E3 2018, there was a sensation: finally a concrete sign of life for The Elder Scrolls 6! And then there was also an announcement for Starfield, Bethesda’s first new IP in over 20 years.

What happened? For a long time, Skyrim fans had to wait for a successor, now their prayers have been answered. At the Bethesda press conference at the E3 2018, the 6th installment of the Elder Scrolls series was finally presented. The new game is currently only called The Elder Scrolls 6. A subtitle is not yet known.

But what is it about and what is all included?

The Elder Scrolls 6 – Mini teaser for the new Bethesda RPG

What is known about the setting? At the Bethesda press conference, the new Elder Scrolls game was briefly shown at the very end. However, only a short camera sweep through a mountainous landscape can be seen.

You see the following:

  • A type of rugged steppe
  • A ruin on a cliff
  • A larger body of water in the background
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The new region is therefore probably by the sea. The setting could possibly be in the areas of the Redguards or even the Khajiit.

Starfield – The first new IP in over 20 years

What is known? Rumors about a game called Starfield have been circulating for a long time. And at E3 it was finally confirmed! In a tiny teaser, a satellite is swallowed by a kind of gravitational effect. Then the logo is shown.

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Bethesda has reportedly been working on the project for some time. However, no specifics are known yet. According to rumors, Starfield could even be a kind of link between Elder Scrolls and Fallout and could include space elves.

Release for Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield will still take a while

When will Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield be released? Unfortunately, it will still take some time until the new Elder Scrolls game is released. After all, development has only recently begun. Starfield has been in development for a longer time, but when it will be released is completely unknown.

By the way, both games have been announced as “next-gen games”. Therefore, Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield may only be playable on the next generation of consoles.

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You can now play Quake Champions for free – Heroes in the trailer

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Bethesda announced a trailer for Quake Champions at the E3 press conference – featuring four heroes that you can play. You can also test Quake Champions for free!

Four heroes and abilities in the trailer: Quake Champions builds on one of the oldest shooters ever, Quake. Quake is known for its extreme speed and crazy weapons. Bethesda showcased four characters in the trailer during the press conference:

  • Sorlag: A lizard creature that can spit poison.
  • Keel: A weapon enthusiast who relies on explosions and shoulder-mounted weapons.
  • Slash: A somewhat crazy punk girl who skates around with laser rollerblades.
  • Visor: A specialist who can see through walls with infrared vision.
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Free trial period: You can test Quake Champions for free from June 10 to June 17. Quake Champions is currently in the alpha phase and can be played through the Bethesda.net launcher or Steam. Anyone who logs in during the free trial period can continue to play for free even after the event!

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Doom Eternal: Bethesda announces a new installment of the Doom series at E3

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As rumored before E3, another Doom installment is in development. Doom Eternal was announced by Bethesda at the E3 conference.

After the successful reboot of Doom two years ago, it was only a matter of time before a sequel would come. Already in April, Pete Hines, PR spokesperson for Bethesda, hinted that another Doom installment could be on the way.

Now, at E3, another part of the bloody shooter was teased during Bethesda’s conference.

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Doom Eternal – Everything We Know

Aside from the statement that there will be more demons to kill, we have little information about Bethesda’s “Hell on Earth” shooter. However, it is clear that the story will take place on Earth.

More information will be available at Quake Con in August.

What is Doom? Doom is a first-person shooter series that has existed since 1993. Doom is primarily known for its brutal, bloody violence portrayal, fun campaigns, and its mix of futuristic and hellish scenarios, additionally with PvP modes.

Furthermore, Doom is often cited as a prime example of an old-school shooter, with no frills and intuitive gunplay.

We are excited to see what Bethesda has to show at Quake Con.

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Rage 2 at E3: Bethesda shows first gameplay of the insane shooter

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Rage 2 was already announced by Bethesda ahead of the E3. Now the crazy, post-apocalyptic shooter was presented at the E3 conference. We summarize.

7 years after the first part, Bethesda announced a sequel with Rage 2 and has set ambitious goals. The first trailer was presented just before E3. With Andrew WK, there was an impressive musical performance at E3.

The ambitious open-world game is supposed to offer a dynamic story and a diverse game world.

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This is how the predecessor was: Rage was released in 2011 and was considered a visually high-quality first-person shooter, developed with the iD Tech 5 engine under the guidance of Doom creator John Carmack.

The feedback was mixed, the game had some flaws such as mission and level design, a boring story, graphic errors, and other issues.

Nevertheless, it offered fundamentally interesting elements, such as an upgradable vehicle and unusual weapons like the Wingstick.

The Wingstick will also be used in Rage 2, in conjunction with many other innovations.

The first gameplay of Rage 2

Mix of Borderlands, Mad Max, and Rage: The shown crazy scenes can best be described as a mixture of the predecessor, Borderlands, and Mad Max. This is no coincidence; the developers this time are not only iD Software, but also Avalanche Studios, who released Mad Max a few years ago.

Furthermore, Avalanche is responsible for the Just Cause series. Good prerequisites for a spectacle in the post-apocalypse.

According to iD Software director Tim Willits, Rage 2 should not just be a simple sequel. We should be able to influence the story, which this time is supposed to play a larger role. Also, the game world is significantly more varied than the dull desert landscape of the first installment.

What we know about the story: Destroyed by an asteroid, the world has become a huge wasteland. You play as Walker, the last Ranger of the Wastelands, who rebels against the existing hierarchy. We don’t know exactly what this looks like yet.

What we know about the gameplay content: Vehicles will have turrets and other upgrades, and the player will also have various skills and tools available. Enemies can be hurled around using jump attacks and other violent abilities, and pinned against walls.

Rage 2 in the gameplay trailer

In the shown mission, the player clears out a bandit camp and finds a so-called Ecopod. We don’t have much more information about these huge, futuristic machines, except that they hold special rewards.

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All of this is accompanied by a lot of explosions and comments from the character. The gunplay, especially in close combat, strongly resembles Doom.

During the mission, two different enemy factions are shown. In addition to the bandits, you will also encounter mutants. A huge specimen awaits at the end of the trailer.

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The Elder Scrolls Online: DLCs in 2018 focus on Werewolves and Murkmire

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At The Elder Scrolls Online (PC, PS4, Xbox One), the new DLCs for the rest of 2018 were presented during Bethesda’s press conference at E3 2018. Finally, it’s going to Murkmire, werewolves are in focus, and there are new dungeons!

What is it about? Every year, the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online receives 4 expansions. In addition to the major addon, you will receive a new adventure zone as well as dungeons in smaller DLCs.

In 2018, there was already the dungeon DLC Dragon Bones as well as the large addon Summerset. The remaining 2 DLCs were now presented at E3 2018 in Bethesda’s press conference.

The 3rd DLC 2018 for The Elder Scrolls Online: Wolfhunter

Where are we going? The setting of the 3rd ESO DLC in 2018 is still unclear, but it will be about werewolves!

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What is included? ESO head Matt Firor has not provided many details about the DLC yet. But it will definitely be about werewolves. So expect wild fights. The title “Wolfhunter” also suggests that there will be an offensive against the lycanthropes.

When is it coming? The 3rd DLC was supposed to be released in the 3rd quarter of 2018. That would be between July 1 and September 30, 2018. Since Summerset has just been released, the new DLC is likely to be published towards the end of the quarter in September.

The 4th DLC 2018 for ESO: Murkmire

Where are we going? The 4th ESO DLC in 2018 takes us to the lands of the Argonians, specifically to the region of Murkmire. This has been long awaited by fans. Now it is finally coming.

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What is included? ESO head Matt Firor has not said much about Murkmire yet. However, it is supposed to be a feast for all fans of the reptilian Argonians. Anyone interested in the lore and culture of this people should enjoy it here.

When is it coming? The 4th DLC of The Elder Scrolls Online is expected to be released towards the end of 2018. November or even December 2018 are conceivable.

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The Division 2: Beta website announces 8-man raids

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Raids for eight players were already in discussion shortly after the launch of The Division 1. According to the registration website for the upcoming beta, The Division 2 is finally set to receive this activity.

After initial gameplay scenes from The Division 2 were shown during the press conference by Microsoft at the E3 2018, the official website reveals another tantalizing secret. According to the official website, the next installment in the Division series is to include raids for eight players.

8-Man Raids in the Post-Apocalypse

Website reveals details: While the first gameplay trailer for The Division 2 showed a team of agents in the ruins of Washington searching for resources, the official website states that activities for larger groups are also planned for the open-world shooter. There is to be an eight-man raid, for example.

The Division 2 8-Man Raid

Activity was already discussed for The Division: Eight-man raids are not a new concept for the sequel to The Division, as such an activity was already in discussion for post-apocalyptic New York in The Division 1.

At that time, rumors emerged about a large raid for eight players on Rikers Island. This was to take place in a former prison that had been taken over by inmates after the virus outbreak. One of the rival factions in The Division was also said to have used the prison as a base of operations.

What the activity in The Division 2 could look like is still completely unclear. Unlike The Division 1, the sequel will no longer take place in New York, but in Washington D.C.

The Division 2 will be released on March 15, 2019, for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Before that, there will be a beta, which you can register for today.

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How to register for the beta of The Division 2

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At Microsoft’s E3 conference, the first gameplay trailer for The Division 2 was presented. It showed 6 minutes of gameplay and provided a first glimpse into the online shooter. Beta sign-ups are also open. Here’s how to register for the The Division 2 beta on PC, PS4, and Xbox One.

It is official. The Division 2 will be released on 15.03.2019 and takes place in Washington D.C. The story is set 6 months after the events of the first part, so in the summer. Sign up for the The Division beta!

Washington has also been struck by the virus, and the city is on the brink of civil war. Only the Division stands between the citizens and the destructive forces that threaten them.

The Division 2 E3 2018

Beta sign-ups for The Division 2 are open now

If you want an early look at the game, this is your opportunity.

Here’s how you can register for the beta: Additionally, interested players can now sign up for the beta. After some initial launch issues, it should be stable. There are still problems with registration. So bring some patience; after a few attempts, it should work.

When is the beta? That is still unknown.

What could the beta include? How extensive the beta will be is also not known at this time. It might be similar in scope to the Closed and Open Beta of the predecessor. Players could explore part of the open world, test story missions, and make a detour into a small part of the Dark Zone.

We are curious how it will unfold this time.

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The Xbox Game Pass now has these 3 blockbuster games!

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Subscribers of Xbox Game Pass can now look forward to three new games and the “Fast Start” feature.

During Microsoft’s press conference at E3 2018, an update for the Xbox Game Pass was announced. It’s a kind of Netflix for games, where you pay a monthly fee and get access to a selection of over 100 games that you can play at no additional cost. Popular games like the shooter “The Division” are now joining this selection.

Update for Xbox Game Pass

From now on, the cloud service Xbox Game Pass is supposed to include big names like Tom Clancy’s The Division, The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited, and Fallout 4. Also new is the Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

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New technology is also coming: During the presentation, “Fast Start” was also announced. This feature is intended to allow players to start playing cloud games twice as fast as before. “Fast Start” will be enabled for selected titles later in June.

You should also have immediate access to the games developed by Microsoft Studios through the subscription service. This includes Forza Horizon 4 and Crackdown 3.

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Check out the E3 trailer for Cyberpunk 2077

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The best comes last: During Microsoft’s press conference at E3 2018, there were finally moving images of Cyberpunk 2077 to see.

After it was already known that CD Projekt RED would be represented with a booth at E3 2018, fans hoped for a first sign of life from Cyberpunk 2077 in the form of a trailer. This was finally shown at the end of Microsoft’s presentation.

While Microsoft’s Phil Spencer heralded the end of the event, the large screen in the hall was “hacked” and the trailer for the upcoming RPG from CD Projekt was played. How wonderfully fitting to the theme of Cyberpunk 2077!

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The trailer addresses the setting of the game. Night City, a city that has been chosen as the worst place to live. Crime is at a record high while more and more people live below the poverty line.

More about the game, for which no release date is yet known, will certainly be shown during E3.

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