What you should know before buying Metal Gear Survive

On February 22, 2018, Metal Gear Survive will be released for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. But who exactly should keep an eye on this game? Die-hard Metal Gear fans or even newcomers to Metal Gear?

I’m no hero. Never was. Never will be. I’m just an old killer … hired to do some wet work.

Who doesn’t remember that statement, which comes from the most famous soldier in video game history? We’re talking about Solid Snake from the successful series Metal Gear Solid, which has thrilled fans since 1987.

Now Metal Gear Survive is hitting the market, but who is this actually suitable for? Our reader DevilRon1989 shows in this article what lies behind Metal Gear Survive.

“The Quentin Tarantino of the Video Game Industry”

Game designer Hideo Kojima created with Metal Gear Solid, or MGS, a story revolving around soldiering, militarism, honor, wars, brotherhood, patriotism, and various nuclear dangers. This was combined with science fiction, fantasy, and all sorts of manga elements like cyborg ninjas and massive robots, the mechas.

Like no other, Hideo Kojima managed to tell a cinematic story full of twists and cliffhangers. Often, players had to put down the controller and take in breathtaking cutscenes filled with action or exciting dialogues. These often lasted half an hour or longer.

Hideo Kojima

No wonder that Kojima is referred to by some fans as the “Quentin Tarantino” of the video game industry. But even gameplay-wise, MGS has always convinced, as the games were full of innovative ideas and implementations. No matter if graphics or gameplay, MGS has always been at the forefront!

The End of Metal Gear Solid

In 2015, “Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain” did not only conclude the story of Solid Snake, but also an important chapter in Hideo Kojima’s career: He parted ways with Konami after alleged disputes and founded his own studio Kojima Productions.

The MGS license remained with Konami, and just a year after MGS 5, the company showcased a trailer for Metal Gear Survive at Gamescom 2016.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

Where does Metal Gear Survive fit in?

This is where it gets a bit complicated. For one thing, Metal Gear Survive does not bear the designation “Solid” in its name. This means it won’t focus on Solid Snake. Whether he somehow makes it into the game is unknown. It wouldn’t be entirely impossible, as Metal Gear Survive takes place after the events of Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes.

Ground Zeroes is considered to be the prologue of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

In short: In the prologue, Snake was supposed to start a rescue mission. Initially, it went quite well, but he and his team were ambushed and had to flee. Some managed to escape, others died, and some, where Metal Gear Survive picks up, were thrown into another dimension through some sort of wormhole.

Metal Gear Survive Redheads

In this dimension, you find yourself as a soldier and are attacked by zombie-like troops with red crystal skulls. Metal Gear Survive can, therefore, be classified as non-canonical – just like Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, the own game of cyborg ninja Raiden.

Although Metal Gear Survive connects somewhat to the main storylines of the Solid series and also plays in the same universe, it probably will have little to do with Solid Snake, instead telling an independent story.

What’s new in Metal Gear Survive?

Gameplay-wise, Metal Gear Survive is heavily oriented towards MGS 5. This means that the player enters an open world and does not have to traverse linear levels like in earlier MGS titles.

Metal Gear Survive Base

Furthermore, the game was created using Konami’s in-house Fox Engine, which was also used for MGS 5 and Pro Evolution Soccer 2018, for example. So those who have played MGS 5 will recognize a large part of the controls in Metal Gear Survive.

At this point, the similarities stop, and Metal Gear Survive goes new ways:

  • Metal Gear Survive features a campaign that can only be played in single-player mode.
    • Outside of these missions, there is also a multiplayer mode for up to four players. This is a co-op mode. The game does not have PVP functions like in MGS 5.
  • As it stands, the story of the game revolves around a zombie infestation and no longer about military or political power intrigues.
    • Whether the latter will still make it into the game is currently unknown, as only a few details about the campaign have been revealed by Konami. Metal Gear Solid fans should, therefore, not expect too many intelligent enemies like elite soldiers, tanks, or helicopters.
  • As the name suggests, numerous aspects from the survival genre have been adopted.
    • At times, the game is more reminiscent of genre representatives like DayZ. Characters get hungry, need to acquire food, cook meat to protect themselves from diseases. Similar approaches were also present in Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, but these served more as collection tasks, while the sustenance of the character is now expected to be among the core elements of the game.
  • Typical for survival games, a comprehensive crafting system is a must!
    • In Metal Gear Survive, players can collect various ores, plants, and items. They can build a base, expand and improve it, and craft a variety of melee and ranged weapons. Here, too, the success formula applies: The more resources you have, the better items you can craft.
  • Metal Gear Survive has also borrowed elements from the role-playing genre, namely skill trees.
    • The zombies leave behind “Kuban Energy,” with which you can unlock new attributes or abilities for your character as you like. Such a system has never existed in the Metal Gear universe before.
  • You can also find elements of tower-defense shooters in Metal Gear Survive.
    • The zombies in Metal Gear Survive move relatively clumsily and usually try to find the direct way to you. With the help of your resources, you can build entire mazes of fences and then deal with the pests from a safe distance.

Conclusion: Successful Survival Game with Little Metal Gear

One thing is clear: This game was not developed for hardcore fans of the Metal Gear Solid series and all adventures surrounding Snake! If you expect a profound military plot full of twists, then you are probably in the wrong place.

Metal Gear Survive

Although the game bears the title “Metal Gear,” MGS fans agree. They can find no good aspect in all information regarding Metal Gear Survive and believe that this game does not deserve its name. The differences to the main series are simply too significant.

However, if you enjoyed exploring the world in MGS 5, liked researching and collecting animals, missed a deeper use of flora and fauna, and always wanted to build a camp with friends, you can catch up with Metal Gear Survive.

When you set aside the name of the game, Metal Gear Survive turns out to be quite an attractive representative of the survival genre for survival fans. Especially since there aren’t too many survival games on the market for PS4 and Xbox One. Metal Gear Survive can certainly fill this gap.

Metal Gear Survive will be released on February 22 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. This weekend, a free open beta is running, which you can participate in.


This guest article is from our reader DevilRon1989.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

Hadouken! Ryu-Invasion in Monster Hunter World

With a cross-over event from Street Fighter, many Ryus are now roaming in Monster Hunter World and shouting their “Hadouken!”

The February events for Monster Hunter: World are already in full swing. The latest wave of quests started on 16.02 and primarily brought the quest “A Dark, Muddy Path”.

It is the quest where players don the armor of Ryu from Street Fighter V. This is a one-piece armor that makes characters look like Ryu regardless of gender. 

monster hunter world ryu sword

How to obtain the armor is detailed in our guide: How to get Ryu from Street Fighter V for Monster Hunter World now

No one is safe from Hadouken!

There is no doubt: Players are having fun with the outfit.

One group decided to wake their Ryu player by forcefully reviving a beaten Nergigante.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

But not only opponents can be annoyed by Hadoukens. Even team members are not safe from this.

Because both Hadouken and Shoryuken follow the usual “Friendly Fire” rules of Monster Hunter: World.

While they can’t injure teammates, they can still knock them over, which leads to unintentional comedy due to missed hits and slight delays between players.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

But it doesn’t always have to be violent; some Ryus also do things like this:

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

Have you shouted “Hadouken” today?


What event quests will still take place in February can be found in our overview:

The overview of event quests in February for Monster Hunter World

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

The locations of all 7 shrines on the map in Fortnite: Battle Royale

With the latest update, Epic has placed shrines on the map of Fortnite: Battle Royale. We have all the locations for you – and what the shrines actually offer!

Epic regularly brings new, interesting locations to Fortnite: Battle Royale that promise even more fat loot. Over Christmas, huge Christmas trees were spread across the map, carrying up to three treasure chests as gifts.

In honor of the Chinese New Year, you can now visit seven shrines scattered across the map – and grab some loot! We will show you where these shrines are located on the map.

Seven Shrines with Loot – Where to Find Them?

A total of seven shrines are distributed across the map. This is exciting, as the number 8 is considered a lucky number in China, while 7 is an unlucky number. This shouldn’t discourage superstitious players, as the shrines usually offer quite a bit of loot.

fortnite-weihnachtsbaum
Brought many gifts over Christmas: The Christmas trees

You can find up to three treasure chests in each shrine. They also serve a meaningful purpose: they attract more players to the shrines, alleviating cities like Tilted Towers.

Here you can find the seven shrines:

  • Shrine 1 – Northeast of Pleasant Park, towards Anarchy Acres
  • Shrine 2 – Between Anarchy Acres and the Wailing Woods, north of Tomato Town
  • Shrine 3 – Southwest of Tomato Town, located towards Loot Lake
  • Shrine 4 – Directly west of Lonely Lodge, north of the trailer park
  • Shrine 5 – Southeast of Tilted Towers
  • Shrine 6 – Northeast of Fatal Fields, northwest of the prison
  • Shrine 7 – South of Fatal Fields at the edge of the map

You can also refer to the following map for the exact locations:

fortnite-schreine

The shrines can certainly be used as landing spots. Unlike the Christmas trees, these are not placed at the hot spots on the map, but separately. Therefore, they offer a good landing opportunity for solo players.

However, duos and squads will not be able to gather enough loot to be equipped for the round and should therefore look for a place that promises more loot.

Have you already visited all the shrines?

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. Reddit

Pokémon GO: 2nd Community Day brings special Dragonite attack

During the next Community Day in Pokémon GO, your Dragonite can learn a new move.

We are approaching the next Community Day in Pokémon GO in great strides. After there were special Pikachu with the Surf move during the first Community Day, you will find many more Dratini than usual next. The second Community Day will take place on February 24, 2018, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Additionally, the evolution of these dragons will master a special move. The developers have now revealed what it is.

Draco Meteor – The special move of Dragonite

Initially, the developers only announced for the second Community Day that there will be special Dratini. Other bonuses include extended Lure Modules that make it easier to hunt for the Pokémon.

Niantic has now announced which move will be featured during the second Community Day and how it can be learned.

If players collect enough Dratini during the Community Day, they will receive enough candies to evolve them into Dragonite. This can then master the Draco Meteor move.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

The move Draco Meteor has existed since the 4th generation and belongs to the Dragon type. Until now, Dragonite could not learn this move. Trainers from the TheSilphRoad community rate it as “weaker than Outrage,” another charge move of Dragonite. Nevertheless, you should secure such a Dragonite with Draco Meteor. If the Pokémon GO team increases the damage values of this move in the future, such a special Dragonite will be valuable. Also, the move looks cool in the game!

Pokémon Draco Meteor
Draco Meteor – Source: http://dragons.wikia.com/

It is currently assumed that older Dratini and Dragonair caught before the event can also evolve into a Dragonite with the Draco Meteor move.

It is important that you evolve Dragonair during the event timeThe developers emphasize this once again. Only then can Dragonite truly learn the new move. You only have a time window of three hours on this day.

Draco Meteor cannot be learned through TMs

In the community, after the announcement of the Draco Meteor move, the question arose whether this can also be learned through TMs. Here, the developers emphasize that this is not possible. Neither TMs for Fast moves nor TMs for Charge moves can teach Pokémon the exclusive Community Day moves.

For a Pokémon to master this move, it must be evolved or caught during the time window on Community Day.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

In our overview of the second Community Day in Pokémon GO, we show you all the bonuses of this special day

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

ASUS GL502VS Gaming Laptop with GTX 1070 with a 250€ discount – Weekend Deals at Saturn

At Saturn, you can get the ASUS GL502VS gaming laptop significantly cheaper as part of the weekend deals, at the current best price.

250 euros discount, or in other words, the current lowest price – that is what Saturn offers you for the ASUS GL502VS-GZ223T gaming laptop. For a purchase price of 1,599 euros, you get a 15.6-inch display with full HD resolution.

Inside, it features an Intel Core i7-7700HQ with up to 3.8 GHz per core. Additionally, it comes with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 with 8 GB of memory.

To ensure games and the system are particularly powerful, it includes a 512 GB SSD and a 1 TB HDD. Windows 10 Home is pre-installed, and the laptop weighs 2.34 kg. With these specifications, the laptop is capable of running all current MMOs, including titles like World of Warcraft or Overwatch at higher graphic settings.

ASUS gaming laptop for 1,599 euros

More Offers

Saturn Weekend Deals

The offers presented here are provided with so-called affiliate links. By purchasing through one of these links, we receive a small commission from the respective provider. This does not affect the price.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

Well great, now Kim Dotcom wants to save Destiny 2 – Again

The controversial German internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom (real name Kim Schmitz) is a big Destiny fan. He now believes that his favorite game Destiny 2 is threatened by Bungie. He thinks: The game needs a passionate leader. Schmitz seems to see himself in this role.

Kim Schmitz grew up in Germany and was a mix of a successful businessman and hacker in the 90s and 2000s.

Schmitz’s business endeavors often led him into confrontation with the authorities. He was something like the controversial face of the first generation of German internet pioneers: quick money and quick fame. Schmitz presented himself as a shrewd entrepreneur who recognized the signs of the times and had achieved wealth in his twenties.

In 2001, Schmitz even made an appearance on the popular Harald Schmidt Show, where he was introduced as a “sympathetic multimillionaire” and talked about his business and his troubles.

https://youtu.be/T4NQL9PoKsY?t=27m50s

Even in the 2010s, Schmitz was active. He founded the download platform MEGA and emigrated to New Zealand. However, the FBI was after him there, seeking his extradition to the USA and… oh.

Let’s say: Schmitz lives a turbulent life.

But for us as an MMO site, his relationship with Destiny is especially important. This goes back a long way. Kim Dotcom once played a significant role in the history of the shooter.

Mara-Sov-Destiny

Kim Dotcom has already saved Destiny – sort of

In 2014, Destiny had just launched and was the talk of the hour. Many wanted to spend their Christmas vacation in December with the science fiction shooter. But a group of DDoS attackers calling themselves “Lizard Squad” threatened to sabotage this plan in a grinch-like manner.

With attacks on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live, they ruined Christmas 2014 for many gamers. The worst part: They mocked it and trolled the internet.

destiny-Xur grinch-2

At that time, it was Kim Dotcom who acted as a mediator and appeased the attackers with bribery. He granted them lifetime privileges on his download platform if they would stop their attacks on Xbox and PlayStation. If they continued their attacks, he would withdraw the privileges.

This, according to reports, was done by Kim Dotcom to play Destiny peacefully on the Xbox One. He already had two level 31 Warlocks and one level 30 Hunter that he wanted to raise to max level.

Here is a video from Kim Dotcom’s own YouTube channel that shows a life of luxury – with his own martial arts bodyguard.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

3 years later, Kim Dotcom now wants to save Destiny 2

Now Kim Dotcom speaks up again three years later. The situation is different: Not hackers are threatening his leisure time in Destiny, but the developers are the bad guys.

In a tweet to Destiny developers Bungie, he accuses them: They have destroyed his favorite game and driven good guardians to Overwatch and Fortnite. They have ruined an army of loyal Destiny streamers and failed to solve the game’s problems.

Bungie now needs a passionate and capable leader who really plays the game: “Call me!”

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

As a plan, Kim Dotcom suggests:

  • Dedicated servers in PvP
  • Loot that is based on player performance – with tough milestones that would grant the best loot
  • And a battle royale mode – Destiny 2 is missing a trend here.

Whether Bungie will respond to the offer remains doubtful.


The idea that battle royale and Destiny 2 fit together is something we’ve also thought about:

Do Destiny 2 and battle royale fit together? – Why not

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

Veterans want G-Rank as DLC for Monster Hunter World: Is it coming?

In Monster Hunter World you have a hunter rank that you can increase throughout the game. The rank determines the difficulty of the quests you can unlock and undertake. Especially veterans are currently wishing for the special G-Rank – perhaps as DLC. What is the G-Rank about and will it really come to Monster Hunter World?

The Hunter Rank (HR) symbolizes your experience and skills as a hunter. The higher the rank, the more quests are available to you. Currently, Monster Hunter World offers the Low Rank and High Rank.

Once you unlock High Rank quests, you can take on the most challenging missions the game currently offers. These are available to you after you have completed the story. Here it is explained how you rank up to High Rank and what advantages it brings. 

In some parts of the franchise, there was a G-Rank after the High Rank, and many veterans are currently wishing for it to return.

monster-hunter-world-gegner

What is the G-Rank?

The G-Rank is simply an upgrade of the High Rank. This rank significantly increases the level of the monsters. The G-Rank currently offers the highest difficulty level in the “Monster Hunter” universe.

G-Rank monsters have more attack strength, more health, are physically larger, and have new move sets.  Especially the added attacks contribute to a higher difficulty level. Typically, G-Rank monsters also allow less time between each individual attack. The cards are basically reshuffled.

To defeat the stronger monsters, there is again unique and stronger gear to farm for the G-Rank. 

This is also the reason why veterans are eagerly waiting for the G-Rank for Monster Hunter World. It offers the highest challenge that has ever existed in the franchise. Grinding in the G-Rank and encountering the strongest monsters there is the true endgame for veterans.

Monster Hunter World Palico

While Capcom has assured to expand Monster Hunter World through updates and DLCs, there is currently no clear commitment to a G-Rank.

Capcom is still considering the G-Rank

In an interview with Siliconera the developers talked about the G-Rank. They said that they have not yet decided whether there will be a G-Rank. That is the current state of affairs.

They emphasized that they are considering how to keep Monster Hunter World interesting in the long term. They want to keep the current system fresh and add new monsters.

The G-Rank is therefore not entirely ruled out and could still come. However, there is no formal statement to this effect.

Here you can learn what currently constitutes the endgame of Monster Hunter World.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

Open Beta of Metal Gear Survive launched on PS4, Xbox One, and PC

You can now try Metal Gear Survive in the open beta before the game releases next week. We have the download links for you.

If you missed the last testing phase of Metal Gear Survive, you now have another chance to try the game. This is the last beta before the release next week.

In the current beta, players on PS4, Xbox One, and for the first time also on PC (via Steam) can participate.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from YouTube that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the YouTube content

Various Missions on Two Maps

In the beta, you can get an impression of Metal Gear Survive. You have three missions to choose from, which are spread across two maps. You can play these in co-op with up to four players.

Metal Gear Survive Team

Additionally, Konami offers special daily missions during the beta phase. Everyone participating in this beta will also receive three cosmetic items as a bonus in the full version:

  • A FOXHOUND nameplate
  • A Metal Gear REX head accessory
  • and a bandana
    Metal Gear Survive Rewards

The beta runs on PS4, Xbox One, and PC until February 18th. If you participated in the previous beta phase, you can continue to use this client. Only a small patch needs to be downloaded.

Here you can start the download of the Open Beta of Metal Gear Survive

You can find the beta download of Metal Gear Survive in the corresponding stores. 

Metal Gear Survive will be released worldwide on February 22 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One. Players in America can start playing the game from February 20. It is the first Metal Gear title since Hideo Kojima parted ways with Konami.

What can Metal Gear Survive actually do? We show you what it’s about

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. Gamespot

GTA 5 Online: Be quick and secure this fat cash gift!

In GTA 5 Online, it is called “tax refund” and that means you are given money. This financial boost should definitely be taken.

Most players of GTA 5 Online perk up at the thought of money gifts. Of course, who wouldn’t want to improve their online bank balance without having to do anything?

Especially in Los Santos, fun is expensive. A tax refund helps to buy new weapons, upgrade your favorite car, or finally renovate your apartment.

Tax Refund 2018 – Rockstar is feeling generous

Want 250,000 GTA$ as a gift? No problem. The Treasury of San Andreas is now reaching into its well-filled pockets and distributing money to citizens, crooks, gangsters, hustlers, bosses, and other dubious characters you can meet in the online mode of the game. To receive the cash, you just need to fulfill this small condition:

Log into GTA Online at any time between February 16 and February 26. This qualifies you for the first part of the tax benefit: 250,000 GTA$.

But there’s more!

GTA 5 Online Money Title

10% Rebate – Secure up to 1 Million GTA$

With the rebate, players are rewarded for spending money. Those who spend money between February 16 and February 26 will receive a 10% refund on all expenditures. This works up to a total of 1,000,000 GTA$.

When will the 250,000 GTA$ and the rebate be given?

Players can expect payment to take a few days. Officially, all bonuses and rebates are said to be paid out between February 27 and March 6. You will then find them in your in-game account at the Maze Bank.

GTA 5 Online Money Gift

Is that not enough for you? Do you want to have even more cash to buy expensive sports cars, explosive tanks, or shady jets? 10 ways to quickly earn money in GTA 5 Online, we show you here.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. Rockstargames

One-armed player has problems with Fortnite, community and devs help

A player of Fortnite: Battle Royale (PC, PS4 & Xbox One) is missing an arm and is struggling with the controls. Within a day, countless community members and even the developers from Epic offered to help him.

You can play Fortnite: Battle Royale on console or PC. The common input devices are mouse and keyboard or gamepad.

A player with the Reddit alias “Gemini_99” has been missing part of his left arm since birth. Therefore, he prefers to play with a controller and mouse, as this allows him to compensate for his handicap.

fortnite-gameplay-minigun

This, however, does not work easily in Fortnite.

Double Input is a Problem

As in many other games, Fortnite blocks the so-called “Double Input.” This means that the game only accepts input from one control device at a time. Either the mouse OR the gamepad, but not both.

wailing-woods-fortnite

Gemini_99 controls his character with the controller, using the mouse for precise shooting. However, due to the blocked double input, he can only walk or aim. So if Gemini_99 does not want to play only as a sniper, he has a problem.

Developers Looking for Solutions, Community Offers Advice

However, Gemini_99 still wants to play Fortnite properly and published his dilemma on Reddit. Within a short time, numerous players responded, some with similar handicaps. There were tips regarding special hardware and what to pay attention to in order to achieve accessible controls.

fortnite-impulsgranate-2

Additionally, the developers at Epic Games became aware of Gemini_99. One developer added the issue to his to-do list and wants to take a closer look at it. The problem seems to be that the simultaneous input of the controller and mouse can exploit the auto-aiming feature of the gamepad on the mouse.

The developer, however, asked for details about Gemini_99’s setup and wants to examine the matter further to find a potential solution.

Players Grateful for Help

Gemini_99 has expressed his deep gratitude for the active assistance in an update to his post. His post received over 300 helpful responses on Reddit in less than a day.


In Fortnite, a player with a disability was helped quickly before. Back then it was about the autorun feature.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. Reddit

PS Store Weekend Offers: Ark, Dark Souls 3 or The Witcher 3 – Up to 64% off

A new sale has started this weekend in the PlayStation Store. In this offer, Sony is primarily offering several top RPGs with discounts of up to 64%. Most offers for PS4 games end on 19.02.2018

Highlights of the new offers in the PS Store include The Witcher 3, Ark: Survival Evolved, and Dark Souls 3, all of which you can get for at least 50% off for just a few days. Moreover, the horror game The Evil Within 2, featuring a new free DLC that brings a first-person perspective, is also worth checking out.

Most games also feature entire bundles or DLCs on sale. For the survival RPG Ark: Survival Evolved, you can also get the latest expansion “Aberration” at a discount, or opt for the Explorer’s Edition, which includes not only the base game but also Scorched Earth, Aberration, and future expansions in 2018. Similar offers apply to Dark Souls 3, Fallout 4, and Dark Souls III, where all DLCs are also available.

Overview of the PlayStation Store weekend offers

You can find the offers here in the PlayStation Store or if you have the PS4 on, in the PS Store on the left side under “Offers.” There, the promotions are listed.

  • Ark: Survival Evolved – €34.99 (50% off)
  • Ark: Survival Evolved Explorer’s Edition– €34.99 (45% off)
  • Ark: Survival Evolved Season Pass – €24.99 (44% off)
  • Ark: Scorched Earth – €9.99 (50% off)
  • Ark: Aberration – €13.99 (30% off)
  • Dark Souls III – €16.99 (66% off)
  • Dark Souls III Deluxe Edition – €24.99 (64% off)
  • Dark Souls III Season Pass – €11.99 (52% off)
  • The Witcher 3 Game of the Year Edition – €19.99 (60% off)
  • The Witcher 3 Blood and Wine – €9.99 (50% off)
  • The Witcher 3 Hearts of Stone – €4.99 (50% off)
  • The Witcher 3 Expansion Pass – €12.49 (50% off)
  • Fallout 4 Game of the Year Edition – €29.99 (57% off)
  • The Evil Within 2 – €24.99 (64% off)
  • F1 2017 – €24.99 (64% off)

In addition to the weekend offers, the Overwatch GotY Edition for €29.99 (50% off) and NBA 2k 18 for €29.99 (57% off), this week’s offer, also appear newly in the PS Store.

Have you seen the official PS4 controller in Xbox layout that is already available for purchase?


To all Fortnite players with PS Plus: You can currently grab a free skin for Fortnite: Battle Royale.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

The 2nd Pokémon GO Community Day is coming on February 24 with these bonuses [Update]

The next Community Day in Pokémon GO has already been planned by Niantic. What to expect on this special day will be shown here.

The first Community Day in Pokémon GO took place a few days ago. This event is now supposed to occur monthly with various bonuses, provide variety, and give trainers the opportunity to meet with other fans of the game to play together.

Niantic has now released more dates for the next event of this kind.

Update: The special move is now known.

Community Day on February 24 with Dratini

On February 24, 2018, the second Community Day in Pokémon GO will take place, featuring the dragon monster “Dratini” as the Pokémon of the day. February 24 is again a Saturday, and the developers have decided to hold it from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, just like the last event.

We know that this “Pokémon of the day” will appear more frequently and master special, exclusive event moves.

However, Niantic is still silent about this information regarding Dratini. What exclusive move it will master at the 2nd Community Day will probably be revealed by the developers in the coming weeks.

Update 17.02.2018: On the evening of February 16, the developers announced that the special move is “Draco Meteor“.

The Draco Meteor move can be learned by Dragoran. However, this move cannot be learned through the addition of TMs. Officially, it is said, “To learn this exclusive move, one must catch or evolve the special Pokémon during the active time of the Community Day.”

Pokémon GO Dratini Family
Source: https://arrancarfighter.deviantart.com

During the event, there will be additional bonuses. These include:

  • 3-hour lures
  • 3x Stardust for a catch
Pokémon GO Community Day 2 with move

Many trainers noticed during the first Community Day that the Pokémon of the day (Pikachu) was more frequently found in its shiny form. Now the community hopes for similar special occurrences with Dratini. Whether these wishes will be fulfilled, we will find out at the latest shortly after the event starts on February 24.

The first Community Day took place on January 20 and featured a Pikachu that knows the Surfer move as a special feature.

Winners of the 1st Community Day in Pokémon GO

During the first Community Day, many trainers flocked to the parks to catch special Pikachu. But which team was the most successful? The developers released statistics for the event on January 20 and showed that Team Mystic (Blue) caught the most Pokémon per player that day.

Following in second place is Team Valor (Red) and in third place is Team Instinct (Yellow).

Pokémon GO Community Day 1 Results

Did you participate in the last Community Day? How do you like the events? Collect more Stardust in Pokémon GO by catching these dogs now

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

The Division: Trader Reset on 17.2. – The best offers

In The Division, the major vendor reset takes place today, on 17th February. These items are particularly worthwhile.

On the night from Friday to Saturday, the major vendor reset occurs in The Division. If you are having trouble with certain items not dropping, you can now visit the vendors again to browse their offerings.

We present a selection of vendor items that are recommended this week.

Recommended Weapons since February 17th

  • Special Equipment Vendor: MG5 Infantry Version with Careful, Malevolent, and Brutal
  • Advanced Weapon Seller: X45, First Wave Version with Expert and Cool-headed
  • Advanced Weapon Seller: SASG-12 K Tactic with Resolute, Brutal, and Devastating
  • Camp Clinton: Pakhan with Devastating and Brutal
  • The Meat Locker Safehouse: M700 Carbon with Deadly, Prepared, and Elevated
  • DZ03: ACR Tactic Version with Predator, Devastating, and Malicious
  • Park Ave: MP5 with Deadly, Prepared, and Resentful
  • Park Ave: M60 E4 – Military Version with Devastating, Malevolent, and Agile
    Division-Single-Fighter

The Mods after the Vendor Reset

  • Advanced Weapon Seller: Loud Muzzle Brake with Crit Damage, Crit Chance, and Headshot Damage
  • Camp Clinton: Mod with bonus on Sticky Grenade Damage
  • The Cavern Safehouse: Mod with bonus on Ally Healing
  • The Grindhouse Safehouse: Extended Magazine with Crit Chance and Crit Damage
  • W 39th St: PEQ-15 Laser – Green with Precision, Optimal Range, and Stability
  • DZ09: Small Grip with Crit Damage, Stability, and Reload Speed

The Offers from the Special Blueprint Vendors

The blueprint vendor at the terminal brings these blueprints:

  • MP7 – Submachine Gun
  • Navy MP5 N – Submachine Gun
  • Holster
  • Electronics Knee Pads
  • Extended Magazine
  • Small Laser Pointer with Precision and two additional bonuses
  • Electronics Equipment Mod
  • Performance Equipment Mod

The blueprints at Camp Clinton:

  • RPK-74 Classic – LMG
  • Converted USC – Submachine Gun
  • Stamina Vest
  • Electronics Gloves
  • EXPS3 Holo Sight – Light Brown with Optimal Range and two additional bonuses
  • Vertical Grip – Leaf Green with Optimal Range and two additional bonuses
  • Electronics Equipment Mod
  • Performance Equipment Mod

You can find an overview of all offers here.

If you have discovered any strong items, please share them in the comments.


The Division: Here’s how to create the best builds! – Best-in-Slot Guide 1.8

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. reddit

Black Desert has open PvP, yet still gets a special PvP server

Black Desert Online (PC) gets its own server just for PvP! There will be different combat rules, and there will be no more annoying CC spamming or “Karma Bombing”.

In the sandbox MMORPG Black Desert Online, there is already open PvP. Those who want to fight other players can do so with pleasure. However, open PvP had some serious issues, including constant CC spamming and the infamous Karma Bombing.

Karma Bombing is annoying and ruins PvP fun!

Karma Bombing refers to a nasty trick that sneaky players use to trick and harm other gamers in PvP. If you simply activate PvP and take out another player, you lose Karma – a resource earned in PvE.

If you run out of Karma, you will suffer penalties when you die. Of course, nobody wants that.

Black-Desert-Sommer01

Therefore, some players force their enemies to attack them first and thus lose Karma. A popular trick is to position oneself at a popular grind spot and steal kills or annoy and troll in other ways. These individuals continue doing this until they are eventually beaten down by frustrated players, causing the “killer”‘s Karma to plummet.

A new PvP server aims to eliminate CC spam and Karma Bombing.

To make open PvP more enjoyable again, the developers want to offer a special server called “Arsha” on February 21. There will be special rules:

  • All characters have stronger defensive abilities in PvP
  • You will be immune to crowd control skills for a certain time after being hit by CC attacks three times
  • There will be no more Karma loss in PvP. However, if you bring negative Karma from another server, you must first reduce it through PvE
  • All PvE monsters except field and world bosses are available
Black-Desert-Mystic-03

The new PvP server is well received by many players. However, others fear it will become a miserable grind, as no one will be penalized with Karma loss for player kills anymore.


To make PvP even more exciting, there will soon be a global version of Black Desert Online.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. Black Desert Forum

FIFA 18: Lunar New Year in Ultimate Team is live – with gifts and SBCs

In FIFA 18 Ultimate Team, players are expecting the start of the Lunar New Year event (Lunar New Year 2018). When does it start and what content can we look forward to?

Since FIFA 12, there has been an annual special event in the “Ultimate Team” mode of the FIFA series to celebrate the Chinese New Year: the Lunar New Year event, known in English as “Lunar New Year”.

The event takes place every year between the end of January and mid-February, strictly following the Chinese calendar and the zodiac signs of the Chinese horoscope. 2017 was the Year of the Rooster, 2018 will be the Year of the Dog.

When does the “Year of the Dog” event start in FUT 18?

EA Sports has announced this event:

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

The Chinese New Year will be celebrated in 2018 on February 16 (Friday). Therefore, the event in FUT 18 will start on the same day:

  • In FUT 18, the Lunar New Year event starts on Friday, February 16 at 7:00 PM German time.
fifa-18-fut-ultimate-team

In FIFA 17, the event lasted for three days. So it will also be in FIFA 18: It ends on Monday, February 19.

The Features of the Lunar New Year Event

Update: The official contents of the event are now known.

You will receive a gift upon login, which depends on how many days you have logged into FUT since the game launch. Here are the tiers and rewards:

  • 1-6 login days: Lunar New Year Jersey
  • 7-35 login days: Lunar New Year Jersey + Jumbo Premium Gold Pack
  • 36-80 login days: Lunar New Year Jersey + Prime Gold Players Pack
  • 81-125 login days: Lunar New Year Jersey + Rare Players Pack
  • 126+ login days: Lunar New Year Jersey + Ultimate Pack

Other features during the Lunar New Year:

  • There will be numerous SBCs, including Flash SBCs that are only active for a few hours.
  • New Weekly Objectives will provide special packs.
  • There will also be Pack Offers. Some packs will have coin discounts – these will only be available for a limited time.
Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

Original article:

Possible Contents of the Event – Reduced Promo Packs, Gifts, SBCs

As there is no information from EA regarding the event contents yet, we can only make speculations based on last year about what to expect this year. In FIFA 17, there was a gift based on the login days, reduced promo packs purchasable with coins, and an SBC, a Squad Building Challenge.

In FIFA 18 Ultimate Team, we can expect the following:

  • Promo Packs and Lightning Rounds
  • Packs at reduced coin prices
  • A gift based on previous login days (in FUT 17, there was always a Lunar New Year Jersey and packs, including an Ultimate Pack)
  • Squad Building Challenges
    fifa-18-ronaldo-jubel

How you can prepare for the Lunar New Year event

Philipp says: Due to the variety of packs opened during the event, the availability of top players will increase. Many will sell their players to open packs with coins. These factors will likely lead to another market crash after the “Team of the Year” event.

If you plan to improve your team soon, it’s best to wait to buy players until Sunday evening or Monday morning. Also, try not to invest all your coins in reduced packs. Even if the offers look tempting – in most cases, you will still make a loss. If you want better players for your team, invest the coins directly in the players.


Interesting: FIFA 18: FUT – Is it worth it to open packs?

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. fifauteam

Overwatch als 2D-Prügelspiel – So würde es aussehen

That Overwatch is not only suitable for shooters is demonstrated by this video. A beat ’em up would also be convincing.

2D fighting games like Tekken or Dead or Alive have been popular on consoles for decades. It is not surprising that fans of other genres also wish that their characters would be adapted into a fighting game.

The YouTube channel TGN has taken the heroes of Overwatch and created a video that makes it look like the characters are part of a classic fighting game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzR5vHKpBBU

This video also answers once and for all who the better tank is – namely Reinhardt. With only one health point remaining, he hammers Zarya into the next life. But the “rivalry” between Genji and Doomfist is also humorously depicted in this clip.

Would you like to see more genres in the Overwatch universe? If it won’t be a fighting game, what genre would you wish for instead?


This kind of fighting game idea has already been suggested for Sombra in Street Fighter V.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. polygon.com

Reach for the power with the Wootbox in February 2018

Unleash the immeasurable power from the February box, but be careful! For whether you can control the power is another matter. Pandora’s Box or gift from the gods: What awaits you in the Wootbox Power?

The Wootbox is an offer to be surprised. When you subscribe, a surprise box arrives at your home every month, containing merchandise from pop culture relevant franchises. The value of the items far exceeds the cost of the subscription.

Wootbox February is full of Power

One day, the uncle of a spider-bitten superhero said: “With great power comes great responsibility.”

This is the ideal phrase to summarize the contents of the Wootbox Power in February. Will you be able to control the power that takes hold of your body and mind? Or will the power take hold of you?

X-Men-Movie

From the mutations of the X-Men to the magic of Harry Potter to the superhuman strength of Dragon Ball Z characters and the speed of Sonic: between absolute power… and self-destruction lies a thin line.

Here are the products included in the Wootbox Power:

  • POP! figure officially Dragon Ball Z – Gotenks: 20 €
  • Scarf officially Harry Potter: 20 €
  • T-Shirt officially X-Men: 20 €
  • Artwork officially Sonic: 6 €
  • Pin Wootbox exclusive: 4 €

Here you can subscribe to the Wootbox!

The Wootbox Power from February is available from 19.99 € and contains official and exclusive products worth 60 €. And don’t forget that you can also win a Megawootbox with gifts worth over 2000 €.

Harry-Potter-Wootbox

Not enough for you? Then you should know that from now on a new Wootshirt on the theme of Power is available. It is different from the T-shirt in the box, in exclusive design and limited edition. You can order it for only 9.99 € including shipping.

By the way: Thanks to our collaboration with Wootbox, you get a 3€ discount on the first month of the subscription. Just enter the promo code WOOTDE when subscribing from now on.

Subscribe to the Wootbox here!

This is a sponsored post from a partner of Mein-MMO.de

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

Destiny 2: Xur today – Location and Offer on 16.2.

Today Xur comes in Destiny 2. Where is Xur and what items does he have available? Here are the location and inventory on February 16.

In Destiny 2, a lot is happening until the end of February:

destiny-2-edz-hüter

And today, on February 16, the Agent of the Nine strikes in the Destiny universe. Let’s welcome Xur together.

All info on Xur in Destiny 2 on February 16 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC

When does Xur come? – Time

Xur arrives every Friday at 6 PM. He finds a safe place where no nasty alien can shoot at him and sells his goods from there. You have until the next weekly reset on February 20 at 6 PM to browse his inventory, because then he disappears again.

Where is Xur? You can find Xur today at this location

Xur has his specific places where he likes to stay over the weekend. This time he is located in the EDZ.

Xur’s offerings and inventory – List of items with prices

destiny-2-trials-flawless
Trials of the Nine in Destiny 2 on February 16.

The weekly PvP event Trials of the Nine also starts on Friday evening at 6 PM in Destiny 2. The Trials end with the weekly reset on Tuesday evening at 6 PM.

  • Mode: Survival
  • Map: The Burnout

Interesting: Destiny 2 – This is how Bungie wants to make Exotics even more exotic

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.

FIFA World Champion no longer plays FIFA 18 because he now hates it

FIFA World Champion Corentin “RocKy” Chevrey is taking a break from FIFA 18.  Because: The game is getting worse.

Since the release of FIFA 18 in September last year, EA Sports has been regularly releasing new patches. Various changes to the gameplay and different modes, as well as bug fixes, have been made.

The latest update, Patch 1.08, has now forced the winner of the “FIFA 17 FUT” World Championship to pause his FIFA career. Why is that?

“The game is getting worse and worse”

“The game is getting worse and worse” – this statement was made by Corentin “RocKy” Chevrey in an open letter to his fans on Twitter. Rocky became the champion in the Ultimate Team mode in 2017.

He particularly criticizes the gameplay of FIFA 18, stating it is sluggish, slow, and uncontrollable. The promised improvements by the developers have only worsened the game; he has been struggling through matches for months. Thus, he finds “no motivation to play” and now wants to take a break.

fifa-18-mourinho

This decision is particularly drastic since the qualification phase for the eWorld Cup is currently ongoing. The best 64 “Weekend League” players on each console have the opportunity to qualify for the 2018 World Championship through a regional tournament.

Rocky is now forgoing the title defense for FIFA 18 World Cup. One factor in this decision will also be his mother’s illness, which he mentioned via Twitter:

“I would rather visit my parents and spend time with my mother than waste time playing a game I hate.”

Update criticized from all sides, but not all bad

Rocky is not the only well-known eSports athlete criticizing FIFA 18. Erhan “Dr. Erhano” Kayman, FIFA eSports player at VFB Stuttgart, is also hard on EA. He particularly criticizes the timing of the patch, which was released just two days before the qualification month on consoles. Thus, he had no time to adapt.

FIFA is being swallowed by Ultimate Team – FUT is supposed to become increasingly important

He receives support from other eSports athletes like Benedikt “SaLz0r” Saltzer. While the updates do lead to improvements, he also finds it “funny” that the entire game system changes, even though only one thing was patched.

Recommended editorial content

At this point you will find external content from Twitter that complements the article.

I consent to external content being displayed to me. Personal data can be transmitted to third party platforms. Read more about our privacy policy.
Link to the Twitter content

What has been improved?

The so-called “kick-off bug” that allowed the kicking team to easily combine toward the opponent’s goal right after the kick-off has been fixed.

Additionally, the so-called “filtering” during Weekend League matches has been prevented. Previously, players could see the opponent’s jersey and escape before facing eSports teams like FC Schalke or VFL Wolfsburg to avoid players like “Tim Latka” or “TimoX”. Today, players get to select their own jersey as well as the opponent’s jersey that will be displayed.

FIFa 18 eSport Team Selection
With the latest patch, you can no longer see the opponent’s jersey in either gameplay or the pre-match screen. Instead, you will see your second active jersey that you did not select for the match on the opponents. This image is from a previous version where it could still be seen.

In short: Criticism of the gameplay of FIFA 18 has existed since the release.  But with every update the criticism has grown louder. Meanwhile, the criticism is so great that even FIFA World Champion is turning his back on FIFA 18.


Have you also discovered the new features? You can check out the contents of the largest patch so far here: The patch notes for Patch 1.08 for FIFA 18.

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.
Source(s):
  1. GameStar
  2. Welt

ESO is played like Skyrim, not like WoW – That is what makes it special!

The Elder Scrolls Online is a unique MMO experience for many players. The online counterpart to Skyrim plays differently than a typical MMORPG like World of Warcraft, believes our author Jürgen.

The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is one of the few online role-playing games that can successfully hold its ground in the World of Warcraft-dominated market. Like the other thriving WoW competitors Black Desert Online and Final Fantasy XIV, ESO has its own recipe for success that sets it apart from the strong rivals.

ESO-Krallenhort-Dungeon-16

And this recipe for success ensures that I, along with many other players, do not experience The Elder Scrolls Online like a typical MMORPG.

My Second Life in Tamriel

Kaiserliche-Kampfmagier-TESO

When I log into ESO, I rarely have a plan. Rather, I just want to see what is happening in Tamriel right now. I go to the  craftsmen and explore new crafting options, check the cash shop for new clothes or items that might suit my Orc warrior or my Khajiit thief. After that, I spend a lot of time decorating in housing. And recently also in the mount system, to properly equip Khezarrah and Rashea.

Even the frequently criticized loot boxes are fun for me here. If I have a few crowns left – I get a few every month as a gift from my subscription – I get a few boxes from the Khajiit I trust and I’m happy when I finally pull the flaming “Senche-Tiger” or have gathered enough consolation currency.

Sightseeing Instead of Grinding

Then I simply head out and wander around. The world of Tamriel is vast and extremely vibrant. Something is happening everywhere, and I constantly find something that distracts me from my path. Sometimes it’s rare resources to collect that catch my attention.

ESO-Elite

Then I discover a new NPC with a quest behind some ruins. Then, a Daedra anchor appears again, and some players there need help against the invaders. Unlike most MMORPGs, I never feel compelled to ‘have’ to do anything in ESO.

Even when there is a new DLC or addon, I don’t feel rushed to ‘plow through’ it immediately. I still have quests and stories from Orsinium, Dark Brotherhood, and even Morrowind that I want to play at my leisure.

A Game Feel Like Skyrim

Instead, I pick what I feel like doing at my own pace. Sometimes a dungeon, sometimes a few quests from the new story. Or maybe some assassination contracts for the Dark Brotherhood or doing some stealing for the Thieves Guild?

ESO-Morrwoind03

Sometimes I even just feel like activating a particularly funny or cool animation set. Then I perform emotes against impressive backdrops and take screenshots.

This cozy game feel makes ESO feel much more like Skyrim than a classic online role-playing game.

ESO-Morrwoind09

Most Skyrim fans don’t just rush through the story and wait for the next addon. They install a bunch of mods and then wander off for hours to explore the beautiful world and let themselves be carried away.

More on the topic
Survey shows: The plan of the MMORPG ESO with Skyrim Online worked out
von Larissa Then

An MMO to Relax In

With this attitude, I am by no means alone. Many players of The Elder Scrolls Online appreciate just this lightness and ease of the game. They like to spend a few hours in Tamriel after work. The internet is full of stories from players who value ESO as such a retreat.

ESO-Pets

Of course, theoretically, you can also experience World of Warcraft or Blade & Soul this way, but somehow it feels more authentic for me and many other fans in ESO. This might also be because ESO has no classic endgame. Thanks to scaling, all content except for the toughest raids is accessible to every player at any time.

By the way, an expansion has been released that made it even more of a Skyrim Online. And with Greymoor, another is on the horizon that will introduce a beloved area from Skyrim into ESO.

But enough of my ESO enthusiasm. What do you think of it all? Do you agree with me, or do you see The Elder Scrolls Online as an MMORPG like all others, where you just grind and clear instances?

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.