Twitch streamer Kevin ‘Papaplatte’ Teller was able to help one of his viewers improve their school grade with just a simple video message.
Papaplatte dropped out of his studies: Before he could establish his career in Twitch Germany, Papaplatte studied electrical engineering. After he had over 1,000 viewers for a year, he asked strangers for advice on Reddit whether he should drop out of his studies to focus on his Twitch career full-time.
Although many comments discouraged him and preferred that he continue with his studies, Papaplatte chose Twitch.
This is how challenges for Papaplatte became a livelihood
‘I feel manipulated’
How did Papaplatte help his viewer? In a past Twitch stream, a viewer, a student, asked Papaplatte if he could help him with his presentation. Papaplatte recorded a short video message during the stream, in which he asked the teacher to give his viewer the best grade:
(…) He [the viewer] probably didn’t put in much effort and used ChatGPT, but still, he stood here today and put in a lot of effort, and I think if you [the teacher] are considering giving him a 2, just give him a 1. (…) Just make it one grade better.
The viewer shared the result with Papaplatte in another Twitch stream. He sent the Twitch streamer a recorded video of the presentation, showing the clip as it was played in front of the class and the teacher.
Even though the teacher, who was heard in the background of the video, initially said, ‘I feel manipulated’ (Source: YouTube), she gave her student a grade of 1- for his presentation. How much the video message from Papaplatte really contributed to the very good grade remains questionable.
MeinMMO demon Cortyn informs about a new feature in Hearthstone. This is – who would be surprised? – extremely expensive.
Even though Hearthstone has increasingly become just an occasional game for me due to its pricing strategy in recent years, where I only occasionally try a round in the Arena or check out the Battlegrounds mode, I still follow the game quite actively. That makes it all the more frustrating when new features of the game are primarily found behind a paywall, especially when the idea is actually cute.
This time’s idea: Pets. You can have a little companion on the battlefield that mimics your emotes, that you can pet, or that reacts to various moves.
In the case of Hearthstone, it is the dino King Krush, who hunters should already be familiar with.
He is cute, though. But not 156-Euro-cute.
But how do you introduce this new system? Right, of course with real money. But you don’t just put 10 euros on the table for King Krush and then you have him.
That would be too easy.
A loot box that gets more expensive with every purchase
Hearthstone has come up with something new here. Something that approaches the worst Gacha systems and then adds a little more.
Because how do you get King Krush? From a loot box. Even if the loot box isn’t called that, but it is actually the “Darkmoon Faire.”
There is a prize pool with 10 different prizes. You can “pull” each time and receive one of the prizes randomly.
The financial twist: The price increases with each pull. The first time is still free. Of course, to entice you. The second pull already costs 200 Rune Stones (2 €). The third pull costs 400 Rune Stones (4 €).
Not only does the price get more expensive with each pull, but the increase is not even linear.
For the 5th pull, you already pay 1,000 Rune Stones (10 €) and for the last pull, that is the 10th, you have to shell out a whole 50,000 Rune Stones. 50 euros.
Even if you somehow want to paint this practice in a good light – and I wouldn’t know how to achieve that – there is even more gambling behind it. Because with 10 possible wins, not everyone has the same chance of being drawn. The rewards use different weightings. The worst reward has a weighting of 300, the best (that is, King Krush) a weighting of 1.
Since King Krush has the lowest probability of being drawn (0.1% on the first pull), all interested parties can assume that they will only guarantee to receive the pet with the last pull.
This means: For King Krush, a cosmetic pet, a new feature introduction, you have to fork out a hefty 158 Euros. But it was only a matter of time until after a 60-Euro skin, a pet for over 100 Euros comes.
The fact that the prices rise each time is also an exploitation of the sunk cost fallacy, meaning the thought: Now that I’ve already invested so much money, I should just follow through until I get what I want.
And yes, of course. You don’t have to buy it. You don’t have to engage with the system. I can simply ignore the Darkmoon Faire and before I spend 158 Euros on a pet, the Nether has to freeze twice.
Last week I was upset about something else: Achievements. Because achievements make the player experience worse. However, it took Zelda on the Switch 2 to reveal this truth to me.
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Since the success of the Doom remake in 2016, new so-called boomer shooters regularly appear on Steam. However, there were already some competitors to the game concept before that. A legendary title returns in the form of a reinterpretation later this year.
What game is it? Painkiller will resurrect a legendary shooter from 2004 later this year. The game will, like its predecessor, be a boomer shooter. It can be compared to the Doom series, which received a new installment this year.
In Painkiller, you play as an angel tasked with looking after the fallen angel Azazel in purgatory. But you won’t have to do this alone. Unusually for the genre, the new Painkiller features coop.
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Painkiller – PS5 trailer for the co-op remake of the legendary boomer shooter
Boomer Shooter with Classes, Coop, and Crazy Weapons
What’s behind the new Painkiller? The game is published by 3D Realms and Saber Interactive, the creators behind Space Marine 2. The shooter is being developed by the Polish studio Anshar Studios. They have collaborated with other studios on several titles. They also worked on Outriders, Layers of Fear, and Observer.
The biggest innovation compared to the original is the coop mode in Painkiller. In groups of three, or alone with AI companions, you will face large hordes of demons that consist not only of small cannon fodder but also of large opponents.
As a boomer shooter, the game also wants to provide fast and dynamic movement. The level design is expected to focus on jumps, sprints, and a grappling hook. Weapons will also play a major role.
The arsenal will consist of more than just classic rifles or shotguns. In the trailer, you can see ice or lightning weapons, as well as a melee weapon that apparently allows you to dash against demons. The combat is combined with tarot cards that give you passive effects and 4 classes with different abilities.
How is the community reacting? Under a trailer on YouTube, some people are excited, but there is also criticism from fans of the classic:
@edgetansit3320 is a big fan of the genre and is looking forward to 2025: A new Doom and a new Painkiller in the same year? The FPS gods are smiling upon us.
@OmegaWolf2899 trusts the publisher: After Space Marine 2, I will support any game with Saber.
@vojtabombisyky9597 thinks the game is fundamentally good but criticizes the name: It looks nice, but has nothing to do with Painkiller.
Despite positive voices, there is also negative feedback, especially regarding the name. Many fans believe this title apparently has little to do with the original. AI companions are also receiving criticism. Apart from that, the trailer for the game is well received by many players.
The voice actors of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have done an excellent job. However, one of the actors is having a hard time dealing with the praise. For the reason, he is celebrated even more.
How did the actor react? Charlie Cox voices Gustave in the English version of Expedition 33. He was a guest at the Washington State Summer Con last weekend. There, he answered fans’ questions, but when asked about his work on Clair Obscur, he suddenly felt very uncomfortable.
In a video on X, unfortunately, it is no longer visible what the exact question was. But Cox leans forward excitedly and reveals that he is not a gamer and has never played Expedition 33. His manager simply approached him to ask if he would like to voice the role of Gustave.
The impressive thing: Cox reportedly spent only 4 hours in the studio. And that’s exactly why he feels uncomfortable:
People are constantly saying how great it is, congratulating me, and I feel like a total fraud. I am so happy for the company, and I am so glad that it has been received very well.
But although Cox is humble about the situation, fans celebrate him even more for this reaction.
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hinterlässt bei den Spielern eine Leere
Voice actor of Clair Obscur needs 4 hours for a grand performance
How are fans reacting? On X, a fan writes about what an impressive performance Cox delivered. For the 4 hours that the voice actor was supposedly in the recording studio, his performance was extraordinarily good. Moreover, it is impressive how many lines he was able to record in that time.
Another user on X writes that he was so impressed by Cox’s performance that he watched Daredevil. Charlie Cox has been voicing the Marvel character since 2015 and is currently heard in the revival Daredevil: Born Again.
Other comments join in the praise:
JKBOGEN: ‘It somehow shows what kind of guy he is. He could just strut around and claim all the glory for himself. But he doesn’t. That’s why I respect him even more, but I already knew that Charlie Cox is amazing. The best part is the 4 hours he took to do it. He was incredible. The game is epic.’
Solid_Okami: ‘For him, it was like a DnD session!’
LuQUaku: ‘How many lines did he manage to get done on the first try? He must have been fired up.’
There are many more comments that go in that direction. Several express their amazement at what Cox achieved in just 4 hours.
A worthy warrior from Over-Earth was surprised with a gift on his birthday that is so special that more than 11,000 other players from Helldivers 2 are celebrating with him.
What is the gift? Reddit user greek_bullet shared his birthday gift with the other soldiers of Over-Earth. For his birthday, the brave soldier received a big surprise. His friends did not gift him a voucher or a new game for his birthday; instead, the fan received a personal message from John Helldiver.
The voice actor of John Helldiver, Craig Lee Thomas, reached out to the fan in a video message with an important democratic announcement. He congratulated him on his birthday on behalf of the fan’s Helldivers Squad. Additionally, the friends provided the voice actor with the fan’s catchphrase that he apparently always says while gaming. The fan was also able to hear this in the official voice of democracy.
The fan was so thrilled by the action that he had to share it on Reddit, which sparked many comments.
Here you can see John Helldiver’s appearance:
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How is the gift received? The Helldiver squad greek_bullet has not only reached the heart of the birthday child with the gift but has also made many other Helldivers happy. Within 3 days, the post received over 11,000 upvotes on Reddit.
Along with many memes and pictures, there are also some special comments:
KazotskyWar says on Reddit: „Ave Super Earth! Your friends are true heroes of democracy.”
Bright_Audience3959 writes on Reddit: „That’s why he’s the greatest.”
Mysterious_Cat wishes on Reddit: „I hope you had a glorious and democratic birthday, Helldiver!”
Skyrimaster412 praises the friends on Reddit: „The most patriotic squad was named: Dimitri Helldiver, Austin Helldiver, Lizzy Helldiver, Adam Helldiver, and John Helldiver. Happy birthday, Dimitri. May democracy flow through your veins for many years.”
not-beaten is happy on Reddit: „I always get so happy seeing this man. I’m glad he’s doing well.”
Can you spot John Helldiver in this video?
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Helldivers 2 Announce Trailer PS5 PC
Who is John Helldiver? John Helldiver was originally a meme. The character, who also appears in trailers and greets players at the start of the co-op shooter, was named John Helldiver by the fans.
Whenever a heroic feat was accomplished by a random player or in the universe, players would later say that it was John Helldiver. The meme became reality, and the developers ensured that John Helldiver officially became part of the game in October 2024 with their patch notes. There it says on Steam:
In response to the newly installed turret of the robot Hulk chunks, the high command of Over-Earth dispatched a commando unit to sabotage their production facilities. After completing its mission, the experienced unit immediately vanished into the shadows. Even today, it is pursued by the robots. For the Helldivers, it is a legend. If you encounter a problem, if no one else can help you, and if you can find them, then perhaps … John Helldiver will help you.
Behind the hero of democracy is the voice actor Craig Lee Thomas, who according to IMDb.com also had an acting role in “Sorry for Your Loss,” “Jane the Virgin,” and “How I Met Your Mother.”
In January 2025, the developers of Elder Scrolls Online announced official addon support for the console version of the MMORPG. Now you can finally use the expansions.
Modifications can be selected and activated as follows:
After logging into the game, open the Options
There, select Show Addons under Expansions
Select an expansion from the menu
You can filter by name, number of users, and status
A sorting option by category is also available, where you choose “All Categories” and specify which expansions you want to see
You can search for specific expansions using the search function
Once you have found an expansion, press Select and then Install
Through this menu, you can also report and view version notes
Once an expansion is installed, its status will be updated in the menu
Once an expansion is installed, you can also uninstall it, reinstall it, or ignore updates
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From the main menu for expansions, you can view a complete list of your active expansions through Manage Addons. There you can deactivate or activate individual installed expansions. The main menu for expansions also shows how much storage space each addon currently occupies.
Focus first on UI addons
What restrictions are there? The developers mention the following limitations for the use of addons in the console version of ESO:
Only for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5
Currently, only user interface expansions are supported
A maximum of 100 MB of expansions can be installed at the same time
Currently, expansions for languages are not supported
The list of available addons is likely to become noticeably longer over time.
Where do the addons come from? These are expansions for ESO created and provided by private members of the community. Therefore, the developers of the MMORPG cannot guarantee that all modifications will work flawlessly.
On elderscrollsonline.com, it also states: “If you have issues with an addon, please contact the person who created it. If an addon is malfunctioning or causing other difficulties, please deactivate or delete it.”
Why is this such a big deal? Community addons can enrich the gaming experience in positive ways, providing additional convenience and optimized accessibility, addressing issues in a game, or providing additional information. Addon support for the PC version of ESO has been available for a long time.
The importance of addon support for games is impressively demonstrated by the Elder Scrolls series over many years. Thanks to fan content, Skyrim from 2011 has been a successful mainstay for over a decade and has been re-released multiple times.
Since ESO is an MMORPG where you share a server with many other players, the capabilities and permissions of addons are, of course, significantly restricted compared to Skyrim addons. If you want to know what community mods are available for the PC version, take a look at our list of the 10 best addons for ESO – perhaps all of these expansions will soon be available for the consoles as well.
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The Marvel Cinematic Universe has presented many powerful objects and weapons in its movies and series. We present 8 of the most powerful ones that could even let you fight gods in this list.
In the countless productions of the MCU, there are many weapons and objects that are used in combat and beyond. Many also have strong abilities. For the list, we focused on the following aspects:
How powerful is the weapon or object in combat and beyond?
What advantages does the weapon provide to the user?
Additionally, we are only referring to abilities that have been shown in the MCU. We exclude abilities from the comics.
The list is not a classic ranking but rather a collection of powerful weapons. Use and power are also based on the abilities of the users. If you miss an item on this list, feel free to let us know in the comments.
Honorable Mentions
The suit of Black Panther
Gungnir the spear of Odin
The shield of Captain America
Yondu’s arrow
The staff of Ronan
The Destroyer
1. Mjölnir
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Deutscher Trailer zum Marvel-Film „Thor“
Who wielded Mjölnir? Odin, Thor, Hela, Jane Foster, Steve Rogers, Vision
What kind of weapon is it? One of the most well-known weapons in the MCU is undoubtedly the divine hammer Mjölnir, primarily used by Thor. The hammer was forged by the dwarf Uru on Nidavellir and provides the user not only a strong weapon but also additional abilities.
However, Mjölnir can only be wielded by those who are worthy. What exactly that means is never clearly defined, as both the villain Hela and the hero Captain America were considered worthy to wield the hammer.
Mjölnir is not just a simple weapon. It can resurrect its user in difficult situations, and weak users also become physically stronger and can generate armor (Source: Marvel Cinematic Universe Wiki).
What abilities does Mjölnir have?
With Mjölnir, one can create and shoot lightning and energy.
Ordinary people can also use Mjölnir (see Jane).
Mjölnir is actually quite heavy, but worthy users can swing it without problems. This is quite useful in combat, as one can throw or hold opponents.
Mjölnir can be summoned, allowing the user to call the hammer to them.
If one swings Mjölnir while holding on, they can swing through the air at incredible speed.
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Update 0.6.0 for Palworld is now live. The highly anticipated Terraria update is finally in the game. What else is included, you can read here.
What are the main new features? The update named “Tides of Terraria” brings you the popular sandbox adventure Terraria into the world of Palworld. Not only does it introduce a new dungeon that fits this theme, but you can also acquire 6 new weapons and 7 new armor pieces styled after Terraria. With the “Moon Lord,” the game receives a new raid boss.
Of course, with such a major update come new Pals and new buildings that you can construct. Additionally, you can explore three new islands: a tropical island, an iceberg island, and a shipwreck island.
Another highlight is that you can now fish and catch new Pals while doing so. All you need to do is craft a fishing rod and the appropriate bait. What else you’ll find in this extensive update is detailed in the full patch notes.
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With the trailer, you can get into the mood for the collaboration with Terraria:
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Palworld shows collaboration with Terraria in the gameplay trailer
Palworld Update “Tides of Terraria” – The full patch notes
What else is in the patch? Here we have the full patch notes for Update 0.6.0 for Palworld for you:
▼ Terraria-Collab
・Terraria Dungeon
⤷ A unique dungeon with enemies from Terraria has been added! Collect materials in the dungeon to craft equipment from the world of Terraria.
・Terraria Equipment
⤷ 6 new weapons and 7 new armor pieces from Terraria have been added.
・The fearsome “Moon Lord” as a raid boss
⤷ The Moon Lord has invaded Palworld! Join forces with friends and Pals to defeat the greatest threat the islands have ever faced.
▼ New Content
・Dedicated PS5 Servers
・Fishing
⤷ Craft a fishing rod and bait to catch new Pals! To fish, cast your line into the water where you can see fish shadows.
・Recovery System
⤷ Ride on water Pals and use the fishing rod to recover supplies at sea! Gather new ores from the seafloor to strengthen your weapons.
・New Islands
⤷ Three new types of islands have been added to the world: tropical islands, iceberg islands, and shipwreck islands! Discover new Pals living on each of these islands!
・Mission System
⤷ You can now find and accept missions on the Palpagos Islands. Help the islanders and receive rewards.
・Zoe’s Special Mission
⤷ Complete missions for Zoe to gain her trust and recruit her as an ally.
・Trust Mechanic for Pals
⤷ The more time you spend with a Pal, the more trust you’ll build – thus increasing their stats! The weaker a Pal’s base stats, the greater the trust gain. Even weak Pals can shine through this.
・Rest with your Pals
⤷ After a hectic day of farming and boss battles, you can rest together!
・Treasure Maps
⤷ Use treasure maps to find hidden treasures and obtain valuable items.
・Enemy Bases
⤷ Enemy factions now also build bases – just like players! They are highly alert and defend them with their lives. If you manage to raid them, you’ll receive building plans belonging to that faction.
・Overhaul of Settlements
⤷ The settlements have been expanded and now feel livelier! There are also many new mission NPCs to discover.
・Player Level Cap Increased: 60 → 65
・New Buildings
Pal OP Table – Modify the passive abilities of your Pals with implants or change their gender!
Fishing Pond – Relax and fish right in your base!
Hexolith Quartz Mine – Well, you knew this was coming!
Large Incubator – Hatch multiple eggs simultaneously!
Palbox Control Unit – Access the Palbox from anywhere in your base! Perfect for quick swaps during raid fights!
・New Building Material – [Clean]
⤷ Design your base futuristically, with new floors and walls!
・New Mechanic – Turbulence
⤷ Find unusual air turbulence in the world and use it to jump high into the sky!
・New Weapons
Charge Rifle
Energy Shotgun
Overheat Rifle
Boost Gun (support weapon for Pal tamers)
Pal Recovery Grenade (healing grenade for Pals)
・New Item Types
Whistles and the “Acceleration Bell” have been added.
New recipes for food.
▼ Arena
A single-player challenge mode has been added! ⤷ Fight against the strongest warriors of the Palpagos Islands, increase your rank, and earn rewards with gained battle tickets!
Rules system for arena battles introduced – e.g., exclusion of certain Pals.
Public Palbox at the arena entrance.
Spectator mode added in multiplayer.
▼ Mechanic Changes
Durability for equipment has been enabled in the settings.
If a cooling Pal is assigned to the flea market, the spoilage of food slows down.
Lyleen’s ability “Rich Blessing” now heals all allies in range.
▼ Balance Changes
Some aggressive enemies are now friendly.
Pal abilities recharge even in unsummoned state.
Speed & stamina of rideable Pals adjusted (especially improved for slow Pals).
Bounty hunter lineup expanded.
NPC rewards in the mission system revised. → Conversation logs with all NPCs have been reset, allowing all rewards to be obtained again.
Pal condensation is considered endgame – therefore, the strength of Axel, Marcus, and Victor has been reduced on normal difficulty.
The strength of some active skills (e.g., Pal Blast) has been increased.
Higher drop rate for books to improve work skills from attribute chests.
▼ Pals
・New Skins
The results of the anniversary survey are in! Three new skins have been added based on the results: (※ You must own the Pal to use the skin)
Crown Chillet
Cyber Jetragon
Desert King Anubis
・Pals can now swim!
⤷ Swimming movements and animations have been added, and the speed in water has been adjusted.
・New Water Abilities
Geyser Burst
Aqua Boost
Cloudburst Explosion
Hydro Cutter
・New Plant Abilities
Backwind
Reflex Leaf
・New Ice Ability
Frost Wall
・New Unique Abilities
Hydro Spin
Thalasonic Laser
High Breakthrough
Lamplighter
Glowing Lamplighter
Smoke Nozzle
Trigger Happy
Chaotic Beam
Konoha Flip
Deep Breath
Kick Blow
Thunder Slide
・New passive abilities have been added.
・New passive abilities have been added.
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Are you often overwhelmed by the many effects in World of Warcraft? After 20 years, there is finally a solution.
In the colorful fantasy world of WoW, a lot happens at once. Spells rain down on enemies, arrows fly through the air, demons explode in hellfire, and a lot of visible auras overlap. Keeping track of everything is not that easy.
After many years, Blizzard now sees this too and finally provides new options to hide the effects of your fellow players.
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What can be set? In the future, there will be settings for “Spell Density.” These settings determine how many effects you can see on the screen and to what extent they are rendered. The new options are:
All: All effects are displayed. This is essentially the same as before.
Reduced: Ideal for dungeons and raids. It reduces many effects already and thus provides more clarity in battles.
Essential: The maximum reduction, where just the typical WoW style in battles is still maintained.
A reduction means that effects may either not be displayed at all or appear much weaker, for example transparent, with fewer particle effects, or reduced colors.
However, there are also effects that are not affected by the system:
Your own spells and abilities as well as your pets are always fully displayed.
Abilities of NPCs (including enemies) are always fully displayed.
Abilities of enemy player characters are always fully displayed, although this will be adjusted in the future.
Why is this option needed? The effects and abilities of World of Warcraft have become increasingly spectacular over the years. On one hand, this looks cool, but on the other hand, it can lead to sensory overload, where one can no longer clearly recognize which effect is actually active.
Particularly large area effects, such as various fire spells from warlocks or summoners, are often mistaken for enemy spells to avoid. Or the exact opposite can happen: One might think a firestorm is an effect from a teammate, only to realize that it actually deals a surprising amount of damage to their own allies.
Ultimately, this option can help everyone gain more visual clarity and thus quickly see whether the fire they are standing in should not be left with increased urgency.
When will the feature be released? The feature is part of Patch 11.2 Spirits of K’aresh and is expected to be released sometime in August 2025. While there is still no official release date, WoW has maintained its 8-week rhythm so far. As soon as there is a concrete date, we will report on it.
Isn’t there something like this already? Not exactly. A similar option already exists, but it is mainly intended to improve frame rates in raid contexts. The new variant is about visual improvements that should create more clarity in raids and dungeons if desired.
Especially melee fighters often complain that they cannot recognize at all amid the effect storm of a raid battle where they are actually standing. Therefore, this innovation is likely a blessing for everyone who desires a more readable combat experience in World of Warcraft. This change will surely be useful against the new final boss Dimensius – for he is larger than all other bosses ever before.
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Few anime fans can avoid the series Solo Leveling. The anime has become one of the most popular series from Japan within 2 seasons. However, in its home country, Solo Leveling is only average.
Even more impressive: the anime is now the most-watched series on Crunchyroll. The 2 seasons featuring Sung Jin-woo have generated more views than all seasons of the long-running anime One Piece. This is an impressive achievement.
However, Solo Leveling is less successful in the country where it was produced. Many aspects of the series had to be altered specifically for this country.
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Solo Leveling: Trailer for Season 2 Arise from the Shadow
Solo Leveling is Average in Japan
How is Solo Leveling received in Japan? In an interview on YouTube, two employees from the studio responsible for adapting Solo Leveling had to answer several questions. Atsushi Kaneko is the animation producer involved and was asked if there was anything that surprised him about the anime adaptation.
As he revealed, he found the reaction in the rest of the world particularly surprising. He did not expect such success:
The way the anime Solo Leveling was received in Japan was not different from other anime. So when we learned how extraordinarily popular the series became among our global Solo Leveling fans, this difference in reaction was honestly very unexpected.
He would have been curious from the beginning about which fans would be more excited about the anime. And as it turns out, this was not a time-limited hype.
Are there differences in Japan? For Japan, the anime was indeed altered in many aspects, which is why Japanese viewers get to see a different version (as seen on X).
Many names were changed, including Jeju Island (in Japanese: Kanan Island) and all characters (Sung Jin-woo became Shun Mizushino).
Solo Leveling no longer takes place in Korea, but in Japan. Therefore, the story no longer unfolds in Seoul, but in Tokyo.
In contrast, the Japanese, who are depicted as incompetent traitors in the anime, are now from the country DFN. The capital of the country is De Facto City. The names of the Japanese hunters were also changed.
The reason for this is likely the tensions that Korea and Japan have had for many decades. These can be traced back to the war crimes Japan committed against Korea during World War II.
And even though the story was altered for Japan, the series was less popular in the land of animes. Despite its great popularity, a third season has not yet been announced, even though there is enough material from the manga. You can find all the information about this on MeinMMO: Solo Leveling Season 3: Release, Streaming and Leaks Overview
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German Twitch streamers, like Max “Trymacs” Stemmler and Florian “Varion” Kiesow, are currently facing a particularly tough Pokémon challenge. They are suffering live on the platform and their viewers are excited.
How are the Twitch streamers suffering? Currently, German Twitch streamers in Pokémon games are making it particularly difficult for themselves through self-imposed rules. These are known as Pokémon Nuzlocke challenges. Since players in Pokémon games cannot generally set a difficulty level, they are making the game harder in their own way.
In Nuzlocke challenges, Pokémon are treated as if they have only one life. If a Pokémon faints in battle, it is considered dead and cannot be used for further battles. Additionally, only the first Pokémon encountered in each area may be caught. This limits the selection of Pokémon.
All Pokémon must be given a nickname, so that players become more attached to the Pokémon and the potential death of the pocket monster hits harder emotionally. This is the basis of the challenge, which can be further refined.
This Pokémon challenge is particularly suitable for Twitch, and some German streamers are currently in a Pokémon Nuzlocke fever.
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Twitch Germany plays the more difficult Pokémon
A Pokémon Nuzlocke challenge is a very good game to play in a Twitch stream. The tension is generally higher in this type of Pokémon game, as it can be over at any moment.
Moreover, the Twitch chat can be easily involved, as Pokémon need to be given nicknames. Pokémon can either be named after viewers or viewers can suggest particularly funny names for the Pokémon.
Who can you watch live during the challenge? Currently, at the end of June 2025, Trymacs, Chefstrobel, and Rumathra are playing a trio soul-link challenge with the edition Pokémon FireRed. This is particularly difficult as the Pokémon teams of the three are connected. For example, if a Pokémon from Trymacs’ team dies, the corresponding Pokémon from Rumathra’s and Chefstrobel’s teams can no longer be used.
There have already been some blunders from all participants during the challenge. One blunder by Chefstrobel is captured in the following YouTube clip:
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This is already the third Nuzlocke challenge that Rumathra and Trymacs have taken on recently: Previously, the two played through Pokémon Emerald and Pokémon Black/White 2 as a soul-link challenge.
Streamer Varion is also attempting the hardcore Nuzlocke challenge. In Pokémon FireRed, but alone. He has already had several attempts, but this does not diminish his enjoyment of the challenge.
Which game is growing on Twitch? Due to the enthusiasm of Twitch streamers, Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen has gained almost 1,200% in average viewers on Twitch in two weeks. The interest in the game has likely grown in part because of these tougher challenges.
These are the variants: Nuzlocke challenge is not the same as a Nuzlocke challenge. There are many different ways to make Pokémon games harder, including the following:
Hardcore Nuzlocke: Pokémon may not exceed the level of the Pokémon of the next gym leader and item use is restricted.
Soul Link: Two players play Pokémon and each Pokémon is “linked” with the other player’s. If one Pokémon dies, the other dies with it.
Wedlocke: Pokémon are “married” to each other and may only be switched out with each other in battle.
Egglocke: Only Pokémon obtained from eggs may be used. These can be sent to the player by others, for example.
Monolocke: Only certain Pokémon of one type may be used. This challenge is sometimes also called the “gym leader challenge”.
If your interest has been piqued: You can check out more variants at Nuzlocke University. Of course, you can also create your own rules that have to be followed.
A player from Dune: Awakening offers free access to fuel at their gas station. A sign indicates the service, even though this feature is actually yet to come.
What kind of gas station is this? It consists of 2 pumps, a canopy, a storage chest with vehicle fuel cells, and … a sign that prominently displays the letters G A S. The English word “Gas,” meaning petrol.
Since there is currently no way to place real signs in the world of Arrakis or label boxes, the creative player Gaudette233 came up with something and arranged the small wall lights to form the letters.
According to the post, everyone has access to the contents of the chest. It’s a nice gesture – the “Small Vehicle Fuel Cell” would cost 500 Solari at any vendor. Depending on the player’s base position, this can actually be really helpful during the rather long exploration trips through the Haga Basin, saving a lot of frustration and even virtual lives.
In the screenshot that Gaudette233 uploaded to Reddit, you can check out this little gem.
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Dune: Awakening – Das ist die Zukunft des MMOs
An inspiring idea
How is the community responding to the gas station? With more than 1,500 upvotes and over 110 comments.
mousetrappen celebrates on Reddit the sign: “The sign is great. I’ve never seen anything like it.”
Personal_Ad9690 adds on Reddit: “We urgently need signs. I would love to open an item shop.”
SadisticPanda404 also wants to do something good, as they promise on Reddit: “I am currently moving from near the Anvil to Mysa Tyrill. […] I will keep the generators running, refill the blood reserves, install more fuel cells, and the base will have 200,000 ml of water that will be publicly accessible. […] I hope to set up a series of small bases with water and fuel in the north and the far west of the map, along with power, so vehicles can be safely stored in case of sandstorms.”
OlderGamers writes on Reddit: “Nice! I also have a water station that looks like a gas station. I will, of course, steal your idea for the sign.”
In Pokémon GO there is a new promo code. We will show you what it is and what you will receive.
There are always promo codes in Pokémon GO that allow you to receive free rewards in the game. These can be useful items or nice accessories for your avatar.
Currently, there is a new promo code that you can redeem:
MLBxPOKEMONGO
What’s in the code? If you redeem the code, you will receive a baseball cap for your avatar.
Does the code expire? You have until September 28, 2025, to redeem the code and collect your accessory.
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How to redeem the promo code in Pokémon GO?
While you could previously redeem the codes directly in the game with Android devices, you now have to redeem codes in the Pokémon GO web store. It no longer matters whether you have an Android or iOS device.
Log in with your game credentials if you are not logged in yet
Enter the code above and redeem it
Open the game to collect your reward
If everything worked, you will receive positive feedback in the web store and a notification when you open the game, informing you that you have received a reward. Additionally, the items you received will be displayed on the screen. Alternatively, you can also check your journal to see if you received the reward.
In rare cases, it may take some time for the reward to arrive in your game. If that happens, wait a few minutes and then reopen the game.
This weekend, the global part of GO Fest 2025 is taking place in Pokémon GO. This is the largest event of the year, coming with all sorts of content. If you want to know what those are, feel free to take a look at our overview with all information about Pokémon GO Fest 2025.
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The new MMORPG BitCraft has launched on Steam and fans praise the gameplay. However, server performance and monetization are currently causing issues.
What kind of MMORPG is it? BitCraft Online is an ambitious survival MMORPG from Clockwork Laboratories that entered Early Access on Steam on June 20, 2025. It features a graphic style reminiscent of Zelda. All players work together in a single, changeable world to build settlements, create an economy, and compete for territories.
Players can take on various roles such as crafters, traders, or monster hunters, and survival plays a central role. Another unique feature is the developers’ intention to provide the game’s code as “Open Source,” allowing others to learn more about MMO development and potentially contribute to its further development. The controls are done via mouse clicks (Point-and-Click) instead of the usual WASD controls.
Here you can watch the new gameplay trailer for Bitcraft:
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BitCraft Online: New Gameplay Trailer Prepares for Early Access on Steam
26 Euros for a free game
Why do you pay for a free MMORPG? BitCraft is only available in Early Access on Steam. Similar to Path of Exile 2, only players who support the developers gain access. The Early Access fee is €26, even though the MMORPG itself is intended to be free at release.
On Reddit, some players find this questionable. User Duex puts his finger on the wound: “$30 Alpha with wipes, but don’t worry, the cash shop is already fully implemented.” User AdFit9091 also states on Reddit: “I’m not paying $30 [price in the USA] for a game that will ultimately be free. Also, I’m not a big fan of click games.” The controls have been a common source of frustration in the past.
How is the MMORPG received? The release over the weekend didn’t go smoothly. While many gamers praise the MMORPG, there were also the typical genre server issues at launch for BitCraft. This has resulted in varied reviews on Steam.
User Starwolf states on Steam: “It’s incredibly grind-heavy, but I like it. A great secondary game for relaxing. The community also seems very active and nice. It’s like Albion Online meets Runescape without PvP.”
In contrast, Wirbelloser rates it on Steam: “Unfortunately currently unplayable. A connection error after another. I spent 6 hours on the loading screen. I cannot recommend it right now. The game has potential but was simply released too early in Early Access.”
I like this game, but in its current state, I cannot recommend it. It is only playable for 10-20 minutes at a time, and then I have to log off and quit Steam to completely close all processes and restart everything. I can’t immerse myself in the game when I have to reboot so often. The latency becomes unbearable.
There is a memory leak issue that is still unresolved. I want to support the developers because I think this could be a great game, but buy it only if you’re prepared for serious latency and bugs. Or wait a few months, see if the reviews improve, and then buy it.
Shortly after the release, according to SteamDB, 3,867 players played the new MMORPG at peak times, and on Steam, the new title has a total rating of 70% positive. Despite the criticism, there is frequent praise for the progression systems in the MMORPG as well as the fact that you can really change something in the game world and the cooperative aspect which is essential and well implemented. According to fans, the MMORPG manages to combine grind well with progression and demonstrate what has been achieved.
BitCraft aims to appeal primarily to traders, crafters, and players for whom social aspects are by far the most important in an MMORPG. Whether the developers can resolve the issues quickly enough and whether a player base can solidify remains to be seen. Another MMORPG tested the waters over the weekend: Chrono Odyssey has a lot of potential in the beta, but one thing the new MMORPG does really well
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In World of Warcraft, anyone can achieve a record. You just have to set a goal. No matter how fishy the goal may be.
The nice thing about World of Warcraft is that everyone can set their own goals. Whether it’s great achievements in dungeons, a large pet collection, or a stuffed toy box. Some love to fish. However, some may love fishing a little too much and basically do nothing else.
A player proudly announces that he has achieved a “World First” achievement. Because he is the first player to possess a very specific fish 10,000,000 times.
How crazy WoW can be is also shown in this video:
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WoW mal so richtig ehrlich erklärt
What has happened? In the WoW subreddit, the player Grozez shows a screenshot of his bank, which is quite stuffed – namely with countless stacks of 1,000 fish. His entire bank and also the inventory of his character are filled.
According to his own statements, he has now collected over 10,000,000 fish on his account and is reportedly the first character worldwide to achieve this goal.
The screenshot shows only a fraction of these fish, just the maximum that can be collected on a character.
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What kind of fish is this? The “Lost Sole” actually has no great significance, and the wordplay gets a bit lost in the German language. In the English original, the fish is called “Lost Sole”, similar to “Lost Soul”, a lost soul. This is a pun and was often referenced during Shadowlands – one is supposed to save lost souls in the Shadowlands, but some have misunderstood it.
The fish does not have a particularly large gameplay use. It can be used for a handful of recipes, but the demand for it should be extremely low.
How did he collect the fish? Some note in the comments that collecting so many fish has been mathematically difficult since the release of Shadowlands. After all, one would have had to spend 8 hours a day fishing and approximately pull in a fish every 5 seconds.
However, Grozez openly admits that he did not fish all these fish himself. A large part was purchased from the auction house, and he is also known for his collecting passion on his realm, so other characters support him.
Two years ago, he announced in the subreddit that he was the first player to possess over 5 million of these fish – and now he apparently doubled that amount.
The community is excited and confused: The reactions from the community are largely amused. More than 3,500 upvotes speak for themselves.
“You are single-handedly going to crash the market for Lost Soles.” – Cloud_N0ne
“Men will literally farm 10,000,000 Lost Soles instead of going to therapy.” – StandUpPeddlingMode
“You were so focused on the question of whether you COULD do it that you didn’t even think about whether you SHOULD do it.” – Mathias Bold
Do you also have an unusual collecting passion in World of Warcraft? How do you spend your time in Azeroth? Can you relate to such a fishy hobby or does the mere thought of so many fish in your inventory already make you break out in a cold sweat? For fishing in WoW, you only need one button – but the rest of the game now also functions with just one button. So much so that Blizzard had to intervene directly.
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Darth Maul is a memorable villain from the movies and series of Star Wars. But some fans still wonder how he could survive his supposed death in Episode 1.
The Star Wars prequels faced a lot of criticism over the years. They were poorly written, the characters were uninteresting, and the execution was far weaker than in the classic trilogy.
However, the antagonist from Episode 1 is praised. Darth Maul not only looks intimidating, but his fighting style is also impressive. He battles with his double-bladed lightsaber and confronts Jedi Obi-Wan Kenobi and his master Qui-Gon Jinn during the film. This led to one of the best fights in Star Wars.
In the film’s dramatic finale, Maul manages to kill Qui-Gon Jinn, one of the most powerful Jedi. In response, Obi-Wan goes into an extreme battle frenzy and defeats Darth Maul in lightsaber combat.
He is anything but gentle with the Sith: Maul’s body is sliced in mid-air, and both parts fall into a deep shaft. Fans long thought it impossible for the Sith to survive that. But then the character returned in the series Clone Wars.
English trailer for Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace
The Hate of the Sith
How did Darth Maul survive? The Sith was severely injured but concentrated all his hate on Obi-Wan, who had done this to him, and managed to survive thanks to the Force. His battered body made its way to the garbage planet Lotho Minor. There, Maul lived in exile.
He received new, artificial legs and regained his strength. Meanwhile, Maul’s hatred for Obi-Wan Kenobi grew stronger. He thirsted for revenge and decided to finally kill the Jedi.
For this, he even wanted to create his own army. Although he ultimately failed to eliminate Obi-Wan, there was another encounter that ended badly for Maul. He fled from a fight and lost his artificial legs in the process. With the help of Pre Vizsla, the leader of the Mandalorian faction “Death Watch”, Maul received a replacement.
Together they formed an alliance they called the “Shadow Collective”. However, Vizsla later betrayed them, imprisoning Maul and his brother Savage. The two managed to escape, and Maul killed the Mandalorian.
Some time later, the Sith and Obi-Wan faced each other again: Darth Maul killed Duchess Satine Kryze from the planet Mandalore in the presence of the Jedi. This was a major defeat for Obi-Wan and was enough for Maul as revenge. The consequence of this was that Darth Sidious sought out Maul and stripped him of power. He also killed his brother Savage.
By the way: In response to his question about how Maul survived the fall, the Reddit user receives mostly funny answers, which we don’t want to withhold from you. Here is an excerpt:
“Palpatine spent years training him to avoid falling into pits without legs,” writes DaSuspiciousFish.
“It’s simple, you use a Force push before you hit the ground,” suggests x246ab.
“It’s quite simple: While you fall, you grab your lower half, hold it back onto your upper body and weld everything with your lightsaber. Of course, it takes a few practice runs to get it right,” explains Shiriu00.
Since Darth Maul is popular among fans, many surely enjoyed that the Sith made a comeback and was seen more. And through the use of the Force, many things in Star Wars can be explained. Despite all the coolness and power of Darth Maul, he didn’t make it into our ranking on MeinMMO – others were simply better: 10 strong Sith Lords from Star Wars that even Yoda would fear
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Also this year’s Pokémon GO Fest you have the opportunity to purchase a ticket. We have looked at the differences with and without a ticket for you.
When does the event take place? The big, global GO Fest 2025 will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
As in previous years, there are content available for free to all trainers as well as those for which you must purchase the ticket for the GO Fest.
We have summarized for you the different contents available with and without a ticket.
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All bonuses with and without tickets compared
In the following table, you can see at a glance which contents are available only with the ticket and which are waiting for you without a ticket.
Content
Availability
Wild Pokémon with the themes “Sword” and “Shield”
With and without ticket
Pokémon in rotating habitats
With and without ticket
Raid battles of levels 1, 3, and 5
With and without ticket
Chance to encounter Shiny Rocara and Frospino
With and without ticket
Incense lasts for one hour
With and without ticket
Team play duration increased to 8 hours
With and without ticket
Snapshot surprises
With and without ticket
Field research
With and without ticket
Special research for the mysterious monster Volcanion
Only ticket holders
Special research Sword or Shield
Only ticket holders
Mähikel and Clavion appear
Only ticket holders
Smoke attracts special Pokémon
Only ticket holders
Increased shiny chance for all monsters
Only ticket holders
Hourly challenges
Only ticket holders
Habitat-specific collector challenges
Only ticket holders
3 encounters in snapshot surprises
Only ticket holders
Increased buddy hearts in all interactions with your buddy
Only ticket holders
Up to 9 free raid passes per day at gyms
Only ticket holders
40 gifts can be opened per day
Only ticket holders
6 special trades per day
Only ticket holders
Half the stardust cost when trading
Only ticket holders
Exclusive monsters for ticket holders
If you purchased the ticket, you can also attract the following Pokémon using incense. This does not apply to the daily adventure incense.
Exclusive monsters on both days:
Qurtel* (Habitat Moonless Volcano)
Mähikel* (Habitat Electric Dojo)
Pachirisu* (Habitat Hypnotic Tundra)
Clavion (Habitat Fairy Marsh)
Exclusive monsters on Saturday:
Icognito D*
Icognito E*
Icognito H*
Icognito I*
Icognito L*
Icognito S*
Exclusive monsters on Sunday:
Icognito D*
Icognito O*
Icognito R*
Icognito S*
Icognito W*
All monsters marked with a * can also appear as shiny.
Is the ticket required for the event? No. You can also participate in the event without the ticket. Only if you want to receive the exclusive ticket content at the GO Fest must you purchase the ticket.
How can I purchase the ticket? If you want to get the ticket, you can do so at the Pokémon GO web store. The cost of the ticket is €16.49.
The GO Fest 2025 is approaching rapidly. But even outside the biggest event of the year, there are some activities and events waiting for you in Pokémon GO. If you want to know what they are, take a look at our overview on MeinMMO with all events in June 2025 in Pokémon GO.
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Dying Light: The Beast franchise director Tymon Smektała shares in an interview his opinion that he finds it surprising that not more studios copy the open-world approach of the game series.
What kind of open world do the games of Dying Light offer? Developer Techland has established an open-world concept with the Dying Light series, where you can practically walk or climb anywhere in the game – from the city center to rooftops or in tight niches.
The Dying Light: The Beast franchise director Tymon Smektała expressed in an interview with Gamesradar+ (via YouTube) surprise that other studios have not yet adopted this “go anywhere” approach.
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Dying Light: The Beast shows its mix of open-world and action-survival horror in the trailer
Dying Light as a pioneer for open worlds?
Why is he surprised by this? In the interview, Smektała mentions that the games surrounding Dying Light have always been good at breaking through the “usual walls and corridors” that restrict player direction in open-world games. This gives players a freedom that did not exist before the first Dying Light.
“Dying Light suddenly became a game where you can climb on everything, go anywhere you want, and see the world from the other side, from any viewpoint,” he says in the interview. He wonders and is surprised that not more developers pursue this approach, as he does not understand why so few studios would give players this freedom.
Games like Titanfall, Apex Legends, and Call of Duty are the few exceptions that also follow this path. Similarly, Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom move in this direction, although it is again limited by the stamina of the protagonist Link.
With the latest installment, Dying Light: The Beast, this approach is once again followed. Smektała hopes that the team can also open mental drawers for other developers and provide more room for innovation and freedom.
Dying Light: The Beast is set to be released on August 22, 2025, on Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. It serves as an expansion for Dying Light 2 but is also intended to function as a standalone. Some players may even receive it for free: Techland is already giving away a not yet released game to its biggest fans
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Escape from Tarkov will receive several changes in the June update that are meant to have a positive impact on the game. One aspect could determine life and death.
The most striking new feature is the change of seasons – just like in our real world, it is now summer in the game as well. This offers visual variety. However, what may be more important to players are the rest of the changes that are intended to further improve the shooter.
Particularly regarding sound, players should pay close attention.
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Escape from Tarkov teases in the trailer ‘On the Edge of Darkness’ the new map Terminal
More immersion through better sound
What does the update bring? The centerpiece of the patch is the improved sound system of the game. It has been expanded and enhanced to increase immersion even more.
Sounds heard in the game are expected to sound generally better. This is especially true for sounds produced behind an obstacle such as rocks, vehicles, or walls. In Escape from Tarkov, accurate listening is vital for survival. Those who can perceive an opponent through the soundscape have a clear advantage and can better protect their own life and loot.
The artificial intelligence of opponents has also been improved. Bots are now better at opening doors and interfere less in boss fights. Smaller issues with the AI have also been resolved.
Additionally, there are some further improvements aimed at making the game more enjoyable – such as the ability to find items in the inventory using a search field. Graphics issues and several other technical aspects have also been addressed by the developers.
The exact patch notes can be found on the official website of the game.
While Pokémon continues to appeal to younger players, Digimon has long taken a darker path. Digimon Story Time Stranger on Steam will be no exception, and there’s a good reason for that.
What kind of game is Digimon Story Time Stranger? Digimon Story Time Strangeris a turn-based role-playing game where you can collect, train, and strategically battle with over 450 Digimon. You travel between the real world and the digital world Iliad to stop a threat that endangers both worlds. Your choices impact the course of the story and the bonds with your Digimon.
In contrast to Pokémon, which Digimon is often compared to, the franchise surprisingly takes a darker turn with games like Cyber Sleuth or Hacker’s Memory. Themes such as loss, loneliness, and death are often explored more deeply, and the franchise is more aligned with our ‘real world’. Therefore, many view Digimon as the better alternative.
In an interview with Game Spark, producer Ryosuke Hara confirmed that Digimon Story Time Stranger will also be no exception and explained that there’s a good reason for this.
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Digimon Story Time Stranger: English Trailer for the Anime Game
A Dark Atmosphere for Longtime Fans
Why is the new Digimon RPG also dark? In the interview with Game Spark, producer Ryosuke Hara explains that there were several reasons for the decision to focus on adults and older teens as the target audience.
On one hand, it’s increasingly difficult nowadays to target children and teenagers specifically. Young people are becoming interested at an early age in games that are actually aimed at older players. On the other hand, the target audience that is interested in Digimon today consists of those who grew up with it:
First of all, we believe that the generation that should be most enthusiastic about the Digimon IP is the one that liked Digimon back in the day. With everyone’s help, we want to make Digimon more exciting together and expand it to a wide range of age groups.
They want to work with the “more adult” direction of the game to ensure that it appeals to as many different age groups as possible, but at the same time, it should not be too mature for young people to play.
The primary target group is also the longtime fans, but the game should also be made interesting for newcomers, for example, by having the world of Digimon be completely new for the protagonist.
