MMORPGs in 2017: WoW, GW2 & ESO want old players, rather than new

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Are MMORPGs out in 2017? Do WoW, Guild Wars 2, or The Elder Scrolls Online no longer want new players?

It’s a strange situation for classic MMORPGs. The top games of 2017 rely on typical MMORPG elements and gain a ton of new players.

But the MMORPGs themselves are going in a different direction and seem to be focusing on bringing back former players.

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What are the trends in gaming?

Currently, we have two major multiplayer trends that can be identified in gaming, and have been for several years:

Fast multiplayer games in match format

These are fast multiplayer games that are played in individual matches of 10-20 minutes and are highly attractive to streamers and their viewers. There is no story in focus here; rather, the individual matches resemble sports games and are restarted each time.

Examples include PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, LoL, Overwatch, Hearthstone, Dota 2, and similar games. Event games like Friday the 13th: The Game fit into this category and fully capitalize on Twitch and their streamability.

These are the games that dominate on Twitch and frequently determine the news. Something funny happens in a stream – the gaming press writes about it. Large US sites like Kotaku or Polygon have specialized in this by now.

More about this in this article: PvP titles booming on Twitch!

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Games as a service as a money-making machine

The second trend is cooperative action games with RPG elements. Here, teamwork and continuous character improvement, along with the search for better loot, take center stage.

An example of this trend is a game like Destiny 2. Upcoming games like Monster Hunter World or Anthem will also go in this direction.

These are games that are at the forefront of revenue. Games like Destiny, The Division, or GTA V Online make a lot of money even years after their release.

More about this in this article: Multiplayer shooters with coop: Where is the competition for Destiny 2?

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What are MMORPGs doing?

It is surprising that MMORPGs, which were actually the inspiration for both types of games, are now going in a different direction.

Currently, 5 major paid MMORPGs share the market in the West, each with a decent player base. But the number of players who have played the MMORPG at least once and are no longer playing is even higher.

4 of these 5 games seem to be primarily focused on retaining existing players or winning back old ones. To do this, they rely on “nostalgia”:

  • WoW brings back old storylines and characters with Illidan and the Legion in 2016, clearly aiming to bring back former players. The focus is on storylines that originate from the strategy games of the 90s.
  • In The Elder Scrolls Online, the target audience in 2017 consists of players who played Morrowind 15 years ago and want to attract them to ESO, after attracting Skyrim players on PS4 and Xbox One. Zenimax aims to attract people who played Morrowind in 2002 to The Elder Scrolls Online. At the same time, they want to introduce a new generation to this classic.
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  • Guild Wars 2 only markets internally, and in the new expansion “Path of Fire,” it almost completely avoids addressing new players. Guild Wars barely appears in the media for the new addon, relying on YouTubers and its own channels to promote the expansion. The content of the “Path of Fire” expansion is more aimed at Guild Wars 1.
  • In Final Fantasy XIV, Square Enix continues the course set with Stormblood, wanting to retain existing players or win back old ones. They tell an epic story with hundreds of internal connections – anyone wanting to join must catch up on the previous story, as Final Fantasy XIV Stormblood is story-locked. With a “Level Boost,” the Jumping Potion, Square Enix aims to simplify re-entry. However, this is only available for real money.
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  • The only major MMORPG that seems to be looking towards the future is Black Desert. Here, the Korean developers plan a remastering of graphics and audio, a port to PS4 and Xbox One. Numerous new features are to come – of which little has been seen in 2017.

Former players as the largest target group – the MMORPG pool of players

For the other MMORPGs, it seems that they have almost given up on exciting new players for the genre. There is no longer a search for competition with games like LoL or Overwatch.

For years, it seems to have been accepted that the new generation of players leans towards MOBAs or action games – not MMORPGs.

Rather, MMORPG studios seem to be focused on regaining former players rather than bringing in new ones. Or they attempt to lure players away from MMORPGs or wait for the old MMORPGs to fade away.

Significantly, in February 2017, there was the story of an older man who said goodbye to his MMORPG Asheron’s Call. The servers were shut down. And Blizzard was ready to give him a copy of World of Warcraft.

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This is a self-fulfilling prophecy. When the game content itself is “backward-looking,” refers to previous storylines, or even refers to earlier games, it becomes difficult to attract new players. One might feel: I’m starting with the 4th book without having read the first 3.

With innovations and new features, MMORPGs are sparse and cautious: they don’t want to scare away existing players with too much change. Everywhere it is said: This is now a “content” expansion. All expansions in 2017 from ESO, Final Fantasy, and Guild Wars 2 lacked real, new game features. Instead, they pride themselves on remaining the game they are and are happy to emphasize that.

All MMORPG addons in 2017 aimed to tell a new story based on the old, familiar rules.

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No MMORPG currently truly wants to excite new people for the genre. Instead, it seems as if the existing pool of MMORPG players is swaying back and forth between the games without really new players joining. The MMORPG with the new content is the one that gets played.

The studios seem to specialize in wanting to regain former players. They then make offers with “instant leveling up” or similar deals.

It will be interesting to observe the role of Black Desert. There has been relatively little going on in 2017 thus far – but the plans of the Korean MMORPG are aimed towards the future. Particularly, a port to PS4 and Xbox One is targeted. Older Asian MMORPGs like Tera or Blade and Soul are also planning this. This could then bring “new players” into the genre.

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MMORPGs are not dead but a bit “out”

There is probably no expectation of “new MMORPGs in the AAA sector” in the coming years. The current MMORPGs are doing relatively well, and the pool of MMORPG players is still filled.

However, the danger is that players from the ebbing and flowing player pool will completely drop out. Moreover, new indie MMORPGs are also targeting genre veterans, wanting to offer them what MMORPGs “used to” offer. Games like Camelot Unchained, Crowfall, or Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen are fully on the nostalgia trip. The behavior of the “big 5” could still play into their hands.

MMORPGs are therefore not dead yet, there are still enough fans to maintain the existing MMORPGs. However, MMORPGs are not currently trending in gaming, and it seems the gaming industry has come to terms with that. Who knows how long this will last?

These 16 new MMORPGs are coming in 2017 and 2018

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Die BlizzCon bringt das neue WoW-Addon

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From speculation comes certainty. The BlizzCon reveals the next addon of World of Warcraft.

Until now, there have only been cheerful speculations about the future of World of Warcraft. After all, the current patch 7.3 has only been active on the live servers for a few weeks and the next update (7.3.2) is already being tested on the PTR. Do the developers even have enough time to work properly on the next expansion?

Apparently they do! In the annual review of World of Warcraft, the Game Director Ion Hazzikostas spoke about the past months and highlighted the development of the game.

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7. Expansion of WoW at BlizzCon

In the last seconds of the video, Hazzikostas gives a sneak peek into the future and explains that they are already hard at work preparing for BlizzCon 2017. We can hardly wait to finally talk about all the things they have been working on for quite some time.

This confirms what most have already suspected: At BlizzCon 2017, the seventh expansion of World of Warcraft will be revealed!

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They are particularly satisfied with the way the ongoing story has been implemented into the game. Weekly unlocks of the major campaigns and plenty of cool stories with old and new Warcraft heroes are expected to remain an important theme in the future and seamlessly carry through to the next expansion.

BlizzCon 2017 will take place on November 3 and 4, 2017. So it’s still a good 5 weeks until hints become concrete information, if no unfortunate leak reveals everything before then.

Fans and dataminers speculate on a “Kul Tiras” expansion with Jaina Proudmoore and the Old Gods. The Red Shirt Guy has already compiled some ideas on this.

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Death Race: Players host death races in PUBG – with guns!

Jürgen Horn Jürgen Horn Reading time 2 minutes

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds leads to absurd and funny situations time and again. For example, when players agree to a gigantic death race.

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PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds usually revolves around the brutal struggle for survival of individual players or small teams against the rest of the world. Those who remain at the end can look forward to a chicken dinner and reward points. For those who find the brutal gunfire and slaughter for the chicken meal too boring, they simply invent new game modes, such as “Death Race”.

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds as a deadly car race

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The YouTuber StoneMountain64 captured such a death race during a stream. Teams of players gathered with all kinds of stolen cars, buggies, and motorcycles at the eastern bridge on the island with the military base in the south. The goal is to drive completely around the island and cross the western bridge at the end.

To prevent the death race from immediately descending into a violence orgy, there were rules:

  • All players may only use pistols
  • Only after crossing the first bridge can shooting commence
  • If you lose your vehicle, you can set up roadblocks and ambush other players to shoot them out of their vehicles and steal them
  • Roadblocks may block a maximum of half the road

PlayerUnknown’s Death-Race – A blast thanks to absurd vehicle physics!

In the video from stoneMountain64, you can clearly see what a blast this “Death Race” is. This is partly due to the absurd vehicle physics in the game. The cars and motorcycles in PUBG are notoriously sensitive and can flip even on relatively gentle curves, tumbling down slopes helplessly.

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Nevertheless, or especially because of the funny driving physics, such races are probably a lot of fun. So far, such antics have only been possible unofficially with a sworn player group. But who knows, maybe someday there will be a dedicated Death Race mode for racing and shooting enthusiasts in PUBG?

Would you want such a game mode with car racing and weapons in PUBG? Let us know in the comments!

A report from the regular PUBG squad mode can be found here.

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The best gaming chairs for €350, €200 & €100 compared

Marcel Heck Marcel Heck Reading time 3 minutes

My right, right place is free, I wish for a new gaming chair.

As for me, I spend a large part of the day at my desk. Either because I’m gaming or because I’m writing articles for you and the university. But those who sit long and much can quickly adopt a wrong posture, which in turn harms your back. The only remedy is either less gaming or a new gaming chair. And the first is hardly an option, right?

The best chair for around 100 Euros – Songmics OBG28B: Cheap, but awesome!

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If you’re looking for a decent gaming chair for a small budget, this chair from Songmics might be for you. The chair is made of stylish PU leather and impresses at first with its robust construction. Therefore, it can withstand loads of up to 150 kilograms without any problems.

The seat height can be adjusted from 46.5 to 56 centimeters. The backrest is also adjustable and offers a rocking function as well. The OBG28B is therefore a good choice for all gamers who like to sit comfortably but don’t want to spend a lot of money. But beware: Some users described an unpleasant synthetic leather chemical smell that is said to linger for quite a while.

Pros: Stylish design, robust, and suitable for heavier users

Cons: Synthetic leather has an unpleasant chemical smell for sensitive noses

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The best chair for around 200 Euros – DX Racer 1: Price-Performance Winner

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The gaming chairs from DXRacer have an excellent reputation and there are countless models for every taste and budget. In the budget segment, the Racer 1 stands out with an excellent price-performance ratio. The chair costs around 200 Euros and offers high comfort, high quality, and many adjustment options.

You can also use the chair with a body weight of 100 kilograms without any worries. Only more robust fellows might want to look for a sturdier chair. The height adjustment can be set from a minimum of 43 to 53 centimeters. The backrest allows you to lie almost flat in front of the screen at a maximum of 180 degrees. This is ideal if you also use your gaming space for watching TV. The chair is covered in durable fabric.

Pros: Stylish design, robust, many adjustments

Cons: Fabric surface not as luxurious as leather, rather unsuitable for heavyweights

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Top chair for around 350 Euros – Noblechairs EPIC: The Gaming Throne

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The EPIC Gaming Chair from noblechairs is slightly more expensive than 300 Euros, but in many current tests, it is the clear winner. The mighty chair is described as a true throne by both the manufacturer and some users. It is robust and high-quality, covered with PU leather. The construction can easily withstand up to 120 kilograms and is therefore also suitable for sturdier individuals.

The chair can be adjusted at any angle between 90 and 135 degrees, and the seat height is adjustable by up to 10 centimeters. According to some reviews, the chair is quite high with at least 49.5 centimeters by default and therefore more suitable for taller people. The seating comfort is continuously described as very good.

Pros: Noble throne aesthetic, very comfortable, robust, loadable, and well processed

Cons: Quite expensive, mainly designed for tall people

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Note: This article was originally published in April 2015. We have supplemented and updated it.

You still need games that you can play from your new gaming chair? Here you can find promising MMOs on Steam.

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Destiny 2: The TTK of all weapons – The crucible is really getting slow

Robert Albrecht Robert Albrecht Reading time 7 minutes

How long does it take to defeat a Guardian in the Destiny 2 Crucible? We compare the PvP of Destiny 2 with its predecessor. Here are tables for the TTK of the weapons.

In the beta of Destiny 2, players agreed: The time to defeat someone in the Crucible was far too high. Coupled with the slower cooldown times for abilities and reduced movement speed, many were disappointed with the PvP mode.

Bungie quickly responded to these criticisms, noting that the game in the beta was already an outdated build that was not representative of the final game.

We will now highlight how quickly Guardians fall with different weapons and compare these TTK values at the end with Destiny 1 as well as the beta of Destiny 2.

Note: The listings are missing the special weapons of the respective factions. We will add these as soon as the data for these weapons has been compiled.

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What is TTK – the Time-to-Kill?

TTK – or Time-To-Kill – refers in shooters to the time required to defeat another player under optimal conditions. In other words, the shorter the TTK, the better.

To establish comparability, the following rules apply for determining the TTK:

  • The opposing Guardian has an armor value of 9 = 200 health points
  • The weapons are fired at their optimal range without damage falloff
  • The opponent has no strengthening or weakening effects on their health points or shield
  • No perks are active that, for example, deal more damage after a kill
  • Only kinetic and energy weapons are listed, power weapons are considered “one-hit kill” weapons and are therefore not taken into account

With these rules (which have already been applied in Destiny 1 and the beta of Destiny 2 and with which spreadsheets have been created) all weapons in the kinetic and energy slots can be compared with one another.

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Note: The TTK does not always indicate the suitability of a weapon. The MIDA Multi-Tool is not popular in Destiny 2 simply because of its low TTK (there’s even a better scout rifle), but because it compensates for many disadvantages in Destiny 2 (radar, movement speed). Furthermore, it is easy to obtain at a high power level.

Read on the following pages how the different weapons perform in the Crucible! Page 2 starts with scout rifles.

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The Division PTS: What can the 4 new exotic weapons do? – Update 1.8

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Update 1.8 introduces four new exotic weapons in The Division. We present them in the overview.

Update: These are the four Exotics as they will be in the live game.

At the beginning of 2017, Update 1.6 promoted the “named high-end weapons” to Exotics. Since then, these exotic weapons have unique talents that occupy the third weapons talent slot, are always active, and finally made the former named weapons special. A meaningful innovation that has been long demanded by the community.

However, agents have been complaining for months about another problem with the exotic weapons: They are in short supply! Players want cool weapons in the game again that provide a new gameplay experience worth hunting for. But: The entire year 2 has brought no fresh weapons so far.

With Update 1.8, that changes. This is expected in autumn 2017 and introduces four new exotic weapons.

The Talents of the Four Exotics from 1.8

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Currently, the PTS phase for Update 1.8 is underway, where PC players can test some of the upcoming content. The four Exotics are also playable. There may still be some balance adjustments before launch on the live server, but the talents of the Exotics should largely remain the same as on the PTS.

The House – Exotic SMG

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The House is an exotic submachine gun with a fire rate of 850 and a magazine size of 30. Here are the stats:

It has two random talents as well as the exotic talent:

  • Card Counter: One half of the magazine deals 25% increased damage. The half dealing 25% more damage changes every 10 seconds or when the magazine is empty.

In the game, this will always be displayed to you with a symbol (two cards) below the grenade indicator. This way, you can always see which half of the magazine currently has increased damage.

Big Alejandro – Exotic LMG
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A new exotic LMG is called Big Alejandro. It has an enormous fire rate of 1000 and a magazine size of 55. Here are the stats:

It has two random talents as well as the exotic talent:

  • Cover Shooter: Every bullet fired from cover increases weapon damage by 0.5% up to a maximum of 50%. The bonus lasts for 10 seconds. A kill with this weapon from cover resets the duration of the effect. Bonus damage is lost once you reload, switch weapons, or leave combat.

Due to the high fire rate, you can pump your enemies full of bullets. However, to benefit from the talent, you need cover where you can stay for a longer time. Big Alejandro is therefore recommended more in PvE than in PvP.

Devil and Heel – Exotic Weapon Set

The other two new exotic weapons are precise rifles and form a weapon set. They are called Devil and Heel.

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This is Devil:

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The fire rate is 275, the magazine is 20. Here are the stats:

Along with two random talents, Devil has this exotic talent:

  • Fire: A headshot increases stability by 30% for 15 seconds. A body shot increases headshot damage by 30% for 15 seconds.

This means, shoot first at the body for the headshot buff and then take down all the enemies’ heads.

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This is Heel:

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Heel also has a fire rate of 275 and a magazine of 20. Here are the stats:

Heel has two random talents and the exotic talent:

  • Fury: When you hit enemies’ weak points, weapon damage is increased by 15% for 15 seconds. When you hit skills from the enemy, critical hit damage is increased by 30% for 15 seconds.

If you equip both snipers at the same time, a set bonus is activated:

  • The Devil’s Heel: Both weapons gain the Fire and Fury talents and the buff duration is increased by 15 seconds. When you switch between weapons, the bonus remains. You can switch weapons 50% faster.

The idea behind this is: If you have both weapons equipped, both can gain all four buffs for 30 seconds. These buffs remain after switching weapons. This means, empty the magazine of one weapon, switch weapons, and then empty the magazine of the other weapon. This way, you can deal a lot of damage before you need to reload.

One drawback, however, is that both weapons require the same ammunition supplies.

How all four Exotics will perform in the live game remains to be seen. You can see gameplay footage of all four weapons here:

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What do you think about the special features of these weapons?

We present the talents of the previous Exotics in The Division here.

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Battle Royale mode for Fortnite has over 1 million players at release

Jürgen Horn Jürgen Horn Reading time 3 minutes

Fortnite has certainly struck a chord with the Battle Royale, as over 1 million players gathered on the servers at launch. Is Fortnite on its way to seriously competing with PUBG?

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Fortnite is already a decent success as a PvE coop shooter, despite a significant grind factor, which even surprised the developers at Epic. Even more impressive is that the PvP mode Battle Royale, released on September 26, is equally successful and boasts over a million players at launch.

The parallels to the huge launch success of genre leader PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds are undeniable.

Free2Play Battle Royale on PC, PS4 and Xbox One

The reason for Fortnite: Battle Royale’s great success is certainly the free availability of the game. Unlike PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, the PvP mode of Fortnite is completely free. Not even the controversial real-money loot boxes are available yet.

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So, those who were previously put off by the 30 euros for PUBG can have a lot of fun with Fortnite.

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Another important factor giving Fortnite a huge competitive advantage over PUBG is that Fortnite has been available on consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One for quite some time. PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is not expected to be released on Xbox One until Q4 2017.

A release for PlayStation 4 has still not even been officially confirmed. Meanwhile, console gamers have been impatiently waiting since release and are all the more eagerly diving into the Battle Royale alternative Fortnite.

Fortnite vs. PUBG creates involuntary advertising

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Since Fortnite: Battle Royale and PUBG look quite similar in gameplay at first glance, there has already been a lot of conflict between the developers Epic (Fortnite) and Bluehole (PUBG). According to Bluehole, it is not acceptable for the business partner at Epic (Bluehole uses the Unreal 4 Engine from Epic via license) to blatantly copy the PUBG success model.

However, the entire action backfired on Bluehole, as it sounded like Bluehole was claiming ownership of the entire Battle Royale genre, which they certainly did not invent. Rather, PUBG is clearly inspired by H1Z1: King of the Kill and various mods for Arma and DayZ.

Thus, the big fuss drew even more players to Fortnite and tarnished Bluehole’s reputation.

It remains exciting to see how the battle between the two Battle Royale games develops further. Read here for our first impressions of the Battle Royale mode of Fortnite.

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Die Top-Spiele im August 2017 – PUBG zieht an WoW vorbei

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

The new figures from SuperData are here. Once again, they demonstrate which games generated the most revenue worldwide in August. At the top is once again League of Legends, while DOTA 2 is showing some weakness. PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) is now surpassing WoW.

SuperData shows each month which computer games bring the most revenue to developers worldwide. Now the figures for the month of August are available.

PC: League of Legends remains at the top, DotA 2 continues to decline

The month of August brings some changes to the rankings. League of Legends remains unfazed and holds steady at number 1. The dungeon beat ’em up Dungeon Fighter Online has swapped places with the MMORPG Fantasy Westward Journey 2 and the Chinese Counter-Strike Crossfire holds steady at rank 4.

The online shooter Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) is now at number 5 (previously 6), while World of Warcraft has fallen to rank 6 (previously 5).

World of Tanks retains its position at number 7. Overwatch has climbed one position from rank 9. Returning is Counter Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) at number 9 and DOTA 2 continues its decline to position 10.

SuperData Top 10 August 2017

PS4 and Xbox One: Battlefield 1 drops a little

This is happening on the consoles, especially on PS4 and Xbox One:

  • Regarding console games, the ranks 1 and 2 have not changed. These remain the same as in July GTA 5 and FIFA 17.
  • Position 3 is now held by Call of Duty: Black Ops 3. Battlefield 1 drops one position to rank 4.
  • A strong new entry, Madden NFL 18, takes position 5, while Overwatch has to settle for position 6.
  • Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare is at rank 7, just ahead of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands at position 8 and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege at rank 9.
  • Position 10 is filled by the action-adventure Uncharted: Lost Legacy.

Mobile: Lineage M maintains a high position, Pokémon GO rises

In the area of mobile games, the top three positions have not changed compared to the previous month. These continue to be held by Honour of Kings (Arena of Valor in Europe), Fantasy Westward Journey and Lineage M. Clash of Clans rises again, moving up from position 6 to rank 4.

Also, Pokémon GO has become more popular again and has fought its way up to number 5. Clash Royale is found at position 7. Dragon Chronicles is at rank 8. Newcomer Fate/Grand Order positions itself at rank 10, just ahead of Candy Crush Saga at number 9.

Also interesting:

The Top Games in July 2017 – PUBG climbs, DotA 2 falls, Lineage M zooms

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Diablo 3: No news at BlizzCon 2017 – Also nothing about Diablo 4

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

Diablo 4 at this year’s BlizzCon? Anything new for Diablo 3? Unfortunately not. According to Blizzard, there are no major announcements for Diablo fans at the fair.

Many Blizzard fans are already looking forward to this year’s BlizzCon. During the in-house fair, the Blizzard team presented new games, game content, and hosted eSports tournaments. Last year, interesting news such as the Necromancer for Diablo III was introduced.

However, at BlizzCon 2017, we will be waiting in vain for such surprises for Diablo. The D3 team has now officially confirmed this.

Diablo 4? DLCs? What’s next for Diablo?

The hopes that there would be news about the future of the Diablo franchise at this year’s BlizzCon have now been dashed. In the Battle.Net forum, community manager “Nevalistis” explains that there will be no new Diablo announcements this year.

“Last year we celebrated Diablo’s 20th birthday by announcing the old-school cathedral dungeon (if you missed it, you can catch up in January) and revealed the Rise of the Necromancer pack. This year, we want to prepare you for the fact that there will be a show for Diablo, but no new Diablo announcements.”

So you shouldn’t hang your head. Nevalistis added, “There will be an appropriate time for that in the future. But that is not now.”

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There will still be discussion topics for Diablo 3 during BlizzCon 2017. The major balance patch 2.6.1 is coming to the game soon and will change quite a bit. A preview of the major changes in Patch 2.6.1 can be found here.

What do you wish for next?

Players have probably been wondering for months what will happen next with Diablo. We have to forgo “the big announcement” during BlizzCon 2017. However, we shouldn’t assume that nothing is happening behind the scenes.

“The Diablo 3 team is currently working hard on the future of the franchise,” emphasizes Nevalistis in the forum.

What wishes do you have for the franchise?

  • Are you actually quite satisfied with Diablo 3 at its core and only wish for a few new features or content?
  • Diablo 4! Are you giving up on Diablo III and rather wish for a completely new Diablo? What should it do differently than Diablo 3?

Feel free to let us know in the comments what you wish for the future of Diablo.

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PUBG Update Week 27: Patch behebt Bugs mit Schatten und Markierungen

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

The new PUBG (PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds) patch “Week 27” addresses a few issues in the game. In the patch notes, we explain what is happening.

The next update for the battle royale shooter PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds will be released on Wednesday, September 27, on the game’s test servers. After that, the community will collaboratively test the changes and provide feedback to the developers. If everything goes smoothly, the update will be released on the live servers.

Update: On Thursday, September 28, the patch was deployed to the live servers.

PUBG Patch in September

In the upcoming update, the developers will address several issues found in the current version of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds. Suddenly disappearing shadows or cut-off player names should be fixed with this update.

In the patch notes, the PUBG team explains what to expect. The patch is set to be deployed on the test servers on Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Once the update has been thoroughly tested and runs smoothly, it will then proceed to the live servers. There is currently no exact date for this. The patch is now on the live servers and is approximately 450MB in size. You can find the patch notes below.

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PUBG Patchnotes Week 27

Changes to the interface and the fixing of various bugs are the focus of the “Early Access Week 27 Patch”.

UI/UX

  • Improved breathing animation in spectator mode
  • A new feature has been added to the settings to adjust the zoom in and zoom out speed of the world map.

Bug Fixes

  • A bug was fixed that caused shadows to disappear mid-game
  • A graphics bug was fixed that affected players who left the game while they were in the starting airplane.
  • A bug was fixed that didn’t display the full alias of allies to players.
  • The synchronization between aiming players and the displayed targets in spectator mode was improved.
  • A bug was fixed that caused ally markers to not display accurately in free-look mode.
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After the last big update in PUBG, which added the Mini 14 and foggy weather, this new patch is more focused on fixing bugs.

However, there are already some cool changes planned for the future. This van is one of the three new vehicles for PUBG

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BioWares Anthem bekommt eine Beta, aber die ist weit entfernt

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For BioWare’s shooter hope Anthem , a beta has now been promised. This gives at least the fans hope.

At E3 a few months ago, Anthem was presented. This MMO shooter from BioWare aims to hit the same mark as Destiny or The Division and tries to shine with cooperative shooter content in a cool world – at least it is supposed to do so at some point.

At GamesCom 2017, BioWare made no further comments on Anthem; there was complete silence.

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Now there has at least been a small sign of life. For on Twitter, the game director Jonathan Warner was asked whether there will be a beta for Anthem.

In response to the somewhat biting tweet from TJ, “If the game doesn’t get a beta like Mass Effect: Andromeda, then I assume it will already be dead,” Warner replied:

“Yes, we will have a beta!”

After the tweet, Warner answered a few more questions in the subreddit about Anthem, but was hardly able to provide new information. A specific date was not mentioned, and the scope of the beta is still up in the air. Above all, Anthem is still “far off,” so it is much too early for more precise details.

A beta for Anthem will thus take place. But whether this beta is in the “classic” sense, meaning a real test of the mechanics and finding bugs, or just a “PR beta” as an add-on for a pre-order or a collector’s edition, remains to be seen.

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Anthem is expected no earlier than 2018. However, since BioWare is holding back on new information, one should question even this rough date.

As soon as there is news about Anthem, we will keep you updated.

Are you already eagerly waiting for Anthem? Or is every other MMO shooter doomed to fail with Destiny 2 anyway? 

Multiplayer shooter with coop: Where is the competition for Destiny 2?

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Overwatch: New Zarya comic reveals Sombra’s true name

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In the latest Overwatch comic, the darkest secrets of Russia are revealed – but also the true name of the hacker Sombra.

The story of Overwatch is repeatedly told in small pieces that lore enthusiasts of Blizzard’s hero shooter eagerly await. Last night (September 28, 2017), Blizzard released a new chapter of the Overwatch story.

The comic Searching deals with the story of Zarya and seamlessly connects to Sombra’s cinematic.

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We remember: Sombra infiltrated Volskaya Industries, the Russian mega-corporation for defense against Omnics, alongside Reaper and Widowmaker, and blackmailed the director Katya Volskaya.

Following that, Zarya enters the scene and is tasked by Katya to track down Sombra – because the fate of all Russia is at stake. During this, Zarya encounters the omnic hacker Lynx Seventeen, with whom she goes on the hunt for Sombra, even though they do not understand each other at all.

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The Circle Closes in the Overwatch Comic “Searching”

The comic ultimately ends with several revelations:

  • Alejandra from the Soldier: 76 cinematic is involved in Sombra’s activities or at least knows her
  • Sombra’s civilian name is Olivia Colomar
  • Volskaya Industries is not the shining bastion against the Omnics at all. The entire technology of Volskaya originally comes from the Omnics themselves – because they know best how to eliminate their own kind effectively.

What do you think of the comic about Zarya and the revelations about Russia and Volskaya?

Have you seen the PotGs of the week yet? The meme master McCree strikes!

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WoW: Argus is now friendlier for twinks

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Many contents from Argus in WoW are now also accessible for second characters. We reveal what it’s all about.

Most players of World of Warcraft have been working through the quest line of Argus, the new zone from patch 7.3, for a while now. And while the Argus campaign is certainly one of the highlights of Legion, it becomes a bit less exciting after the third or fourth playthrough.

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However, this was previously necessary if one wanted to unlock the world quests or even the new world bosses in the invasions with second characters. Players who had not completed the entire campaign were barred from these contents.

Hotfix removes campaign requirement for twinks

Along with the PvP hotfix from this morning (27.09.2017), which brought some nerfs for the druid, there were two other significant changes.

  • World quests and treasures in the Antoran Wastes are now account-wide accessible as soon as the chapter “The Attack Begins” on Argus is completed.
  • Invasion points and Major Invasion points are now account-wide accessible as soon as the chapter “Dark Awakening” on Argus is completed.
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In plain language, this means that only one character needs to complete the Argus campaign to grant second, third, and fourth characters access to the contents with the fancy loot.

The corresponding quest lines can still be completed for rewards. If desired, players can experience the Argus campaign many more times – only the unlocks are no longer tied to the first completion.

What do you think of these changes? Is it a good thing that you only have to do everything once? Or did you find the requirements good?

Have you heard about the strange things that supposedly happened in Goldshire…?

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Kamaslyvia ist da – Das sind die neuen, besten Farmspots in Black Desert

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Finally, the first part of the Kamasilve update for the sandbox MMO Black Desert Online has been released. In this dark elf forest, there are plenty of new adventures to experience. Discover here where the best farming spots are located and grind your way to a Griffin helmet or Griffin elixir.

Kamasylvia is finally available in the West, adding a vast area to Black Desert Online. But what is there to do in the elf forest? Of course, grinding and farming until the pack donkey protests and collapses under the loot.

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Therefore, in the following paragraphs, we will show you the best farming spots from Korea alongside the highlights of the Kamasilve update!

Coop Survival Mode & New Mounts – What Kamasilve 1 Offers You

Kamasylvia is a vast forest that stretches south of the Enchanted Shrine. The area is roughly the size of the Calpheon region and impresses with beautiful and dark forests.

There, you will encounter new mounts, such as the flying horse Arduanatt, in addition to various quests and monsters. Unlike your loyal donkey, this Level 9 mount is capable of flight!

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If you prefer coop action, you can have fun at the Training Altar. In this survival mode, the goal is to withstand the onslaught of enemies for as long as possible. If you and your teammates fend off 5 waves of attackers, you will receive particularly generous loot.

Grind Your Way to a Wolf! The Best Farming Spots for the Big Grind

The new region of Kamasilve offers several opportunities to efficiently farm monsters and earn experience points and resources through grinding. In Kamasilve 1, there are three locations that are ideal for grinding:

  • Navarn Steppe
  • Manshaum Forest
  • Mirumok Ruins
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The term “meat grinder” fits wonderfully for the new grind. Especially in the steppe, there are plenty of wolves that are quite easy to farm. This works both solo and in a team. However, you should have at least 220 AP so that the little wolves don’t end up farming you instead. On the Korean site invenglobal.com, there are videos about grinding. We have embedded a video with the route to the wolf grind for you.

How to Farm a Griffin Helmet or Griffin Elixir!

In the Navarn Steppe, there are not only harmless wolfies to slaughter. The much more dangerous and rarer Griffins roam there. These feathered creatures are highly sought-after farming targets, as they can drop a particularly cool Griffin helmet. This applies to both the regular Griffins and the even tougher Royal Griffins.

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To go on Griffin hunts, you should either have a group or an AP+DP value of 500 or more. Make sure to note that the Griffins are tough opponents who can knock you down and attack very quickly. The Royal Griffins even breathe fire!

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Here you can find Griffins (red) and Royal Griffins (blue).
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The grind is still worthwhile due to the practical resources you can obtain from Griffins:

  • Griffin Beak: Can be sold for 21,000 silver. Ideal for farming money
  • Griffin Claw: This item is essential for Griffin elixirs. It allows you to deal 12 to 17 percent more damage against Kamasylvian races, making it ideal for further grinding.
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We have embedded a video of a solo Griffin farming run from the Korean site Invenglobal here. Have fun replicating it!

Don’t miss our article on which class in Black Desert Online is best for you.

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Update “Joseph” for Albion Online – Teams dominate in the new Arena

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For the sandbox MMORPG Albion Online, the update “Joseph” is now live. The first major content update since launch brings 5vs5 PvP arenas, gameplay adjustments, and two new expeditions. In the arena, the matchmaking causes discontent among some players.

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The latest update for Albion Online is called “Joseph” and for the first time since the launch of the sandbox MMO, new content is being brought into the game. This includes a new arena for 5vs5 battles as well as two new expeditions. However, the arena may not always be fair due to somewhat unrefined matchmaking.

5vs5 PvP Arena with new loot

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The highlight of update Joseph is the new arena. There you can engage in 5vs5 PvP battles. The goal is not just to slaughter enemy characters but to conquer the three runestones in the arena and hold them for as long as possible.

In this way, you can continuously earn victory points. If you have enough of them before the enemy does, you win and receive arena tokens. With these, you can then purchase new loot, including a saber-toothed tiger mount!

Matchmaking not always optimal

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However, the competition for the tokens is quite frustrating for many players. This is because the matchmaking allows fights between pre-organized groups and purely random teams. As a result, some players feel disadvantaged when they register solo for the arena without a guild or group and are often farmed by better-organized teams.

On the other hand, the current method has the advantage of a large player pool available for the rounds. Some players on Reddit view the situation more casually. If the opponent is better organized, you just have to play more effectively. It’s an additional challenge!

2 new expeditions, treasure locations & new skills

The Joseph update also brings additional features:

  • Expedition “Three Sisters”: The search for a missing guard takes you to a sinister place where three sisters from Morgana’s retinue await you.
  • Expedition “The Eternal Battle”: You are to prepare an abandoned city for resettlement. Unfortunately, a horde of undead is loitering there, engaging in an eternal battle.
  • For treasure seekers, there are new treasure locations. These spawn regularly, and those who challenge the ghost guardians can score even more loot.
  • There are 5 new skills as well as improved animations for old abilities
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You can find our test of Albion Online here. Enjoy reading!

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Pokémon GO Event-Eier: Das gibt’s in den 2km-, 5km- und 10km-Eiern

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More than 900 eggs were analyzed to find out what hatches from them. These monsters come from the Pokémon GO event eggs.

For a few days now, the Solstice event has been active, providing trainers with a lot of Stardust and interesting eggs. The contents of the 2km, 5km, and 10km eggs have changed in line with the event. Experts have analyzed these and are now clarifying which monsters are waiting inside.

Rare and Typical Specimens

The Pokémon GO experts from TheSilphRoad have evaluated over 900 results of the event eggs. By doing this, they aim to show which monsters are commonly and rarely hidden within them.

The team noticed that there was a significant overhaul of the eggs. This led to many inaccurate results in the first few days. According to TheSilphRoad, the following Pokémon were found in the over 900 eggs:

Egg Selection

  • 2km eggs: Chansey, Shinx, Larvitar, Budew, Remoraid, Psyduck, Togepi, and Magikarp
  • 5km eggs: Eevee, Grimer, Seel, Houndour, Kabuto, Mankey, Omanyte, Snubbull, Pinsir, Scyther, Stantler, and Teddiursa
  • 10km eggs: Aerodactyl, Dratini, Lapras, Miltank, Porygon, Snorlax, and Lileep
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Rarity

While the analyses of the eggs are still ongoing, the experts have already established two rarity groups. The Pokémon are categorized as “common” and “uncommon” based on their findings.

They have only assigned two groups for now to create more clarity. The monsters in the “Uncommon” group were found less frequently in eggs than those in the “Common” group.

However, more rarity groups are possible, which cannot currently be defined (extremely rare, etc.).

Pokémon GO Eggs Rare
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  • Common in 2km eggs: Chansey, Shinx, Larvitar, Budew, Remoraid, Psyduck, Togepi, and Magikarp
    • There are no significant differences in frequency here.
  • Common in 5km eggs: Mankey, Stantler, Seel
    • Uncommon in 5km eggs: Grimer, Scyther, Pinsir, Eevee, Omanyte, Kabuto, Snubbull, Teddiursa, Houndour
  • Common in 10km eggs: Dratini, Porygon
    • Uncommon in 10km eggs: Aerodactyl, Miltank, Snorlax, Lileep, Lapras

Where are Zubat and Co.?

In tables that were published shortly after the event, there were reports of Zubat, Shelmet, and other monsters from the eggs. It is currently believed that the egg contents were only changed shortly after the event started. So if someone received new eggs from PokéStops right at the start of the Solstice event, they might have caught some “old” specimens.

This at least explains why reports of these Pokémon only came in during the initial period after the event. This current egg categorization should be more accurate and reflect what you can expect in the event eggs.

More PokéStops through Ingress – Soon, there could be more gyms and stops for you too!

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Xbox Games with Gold – Oktober 2017: Das sind die kostenlosen Spiele

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In October 2017, “Xbox Games with Gold” subscribers receive four games for free download. Included is a jump’n’run and an adventure.

As subscribers of the “Xbox Games with Gold” service, you receive a selection of games each month that you can download for free. With a versatile selection, you not only get to know classics but can also try out newer games.

In October, you will be offered a selection including a classic jump’n’run, a shooter, an adventure, and a puzzle game .

Games with Gold October 2017 – Free Games for Xbox One and Xbox 360

In October, fans of various genres will get their fill. Whether you showcase your skills with weapons in a classic World War shooter or solve challenging puzzles, it’s up to you.

Due to backward compatibility, Xbox 360 games can also be played on Xbox One.

Free games in October for Xbox One:

  • Gone Home – Available from October 1 to October 15: Gone Home takes place in June 1995: A young adult returns home after a long journey and finds their family not there. Through a series of letters, it slowly becomes clear what happened during their absence.
  • The Turing Test – Available from October 16 to November 15: In The Turing Test, you play as an engineer investigating the cause of a ground crew’s disappearance. “Discover a layered narrative full of depth and conspiracy, challenge concepts of human morality, and formulate theories about the fate of the ISA crew.”
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Free games in October for Xbox 360:

  • Rayman 3 HD – Available from October 1 to October 15: Fans of the classic jump’n’run will surely enjoy the fun journey with Rayman and Globox. The game is the polished original version of Rayman 3 Hoodlum’s Havoc.
  • Medal of Honor: Airborne – Available from October 16 to October 31: Step into the boots of Boyd Travers and revolutionize the art of war. From rocky beginnings to game-changing triumphs in the heart of Germany, you can experience epic battles of World War II.
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5 online games in September that we recommend

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The most popular Overwatch player returns to the league

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Seagull steps into the ring once again and joins a new Overwatch team. Fans are excited that the popular player is back.

Brandon Larned, who is better known in the Overwatch community as Seagull, is considered one of the best Overwatch players in the world – and the most popular. When he put his professional career on hold a few months ago, fans were very disappointed.

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Previously, he had played for the NRG Esports team and then stepped back because the stress became too much for him. The double workload from daily streams and playing with his team overwhelmed him and pushed him to his limits.

Additionally, the concept of the “Overwatch League” by Blizzard was still vague at that time, and nobody really believed that Blizzard could succeed with this implementation. Numerous teams turned away from the league, and there were many rumors that Blizzard was “completely crashing it” due to excessive demands on team owners.

This led Seagull to choose a life as a streamer, which resulted in significantly more relaxation.

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Now Seagull is back. After numerous offers from different teams, he has decided to join the roster of EnVyUs. According to his own statements, it was one of the “toughest decisions of his life”. Ultimately, however, the current roster and the good organization of EnVyUs ensured that he made this choice.

EnVyUs is actually already full, but they are still taking on Seagull. They think in very small details and plan to rotate players and have different team members step in depending on the map being played.

It won’t be long before we see some “sick plays” from Seagull that might empty some prize pots.

Have you heard about the streamer who wanted to lead Blizzard by the nose?

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PS Plus October 2017 – The free games are known!

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The free games for PS Plus (PlayStation Plus) in October 2017 have been announced! These free games are available for PS4, PS3, and PS Vita.

September is coming to an end, which means: The “PS Plus” games for October are approaching! PlayStation has just released the official game list.

These are the games for the PS4:

  • Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain – As the soldier Big Boss, you will experience numerous missions in conflict zones in Afghanistan and Central Africa while searching for captured comrades. You recruit new fighters to rebuild your depleted private army. Throughout the game, you develop new weapons, capture important targets, and unmask the dark figures that have betrayed your organization – always seeking revenge.
  • Amnesia: Collection – A collection of horror games where you take on the role of a different main character, fighting your own and not-so-own demons.

This video gives you a glimpse of these games:

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In addition, there are two bonus games:

  • RIGS Mechanised Combat League! This is a title for PlayStation VR. In it, you fight in sports titans.
  • And on top of that, as in the previous months, “That’s You!”. A party game that you play with your smartphones.
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List of free games for PlayStation Plus – October 2017

Here is the complete game lineup:

  • Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain (PS4)
  • Amnesia: Collection (PS4)
  • RIGS: Mechanised Combat League (PS Plus bonus game – PSVR required)
  • That’s You (PS Plus bonus game – PlayLink)
  • Monster Jam Battlegrounds (PS3)
  • Hustle Kings (PS3)
  • Hue (PS Vita & PS4)
  • Sky Force Anniversary (PS Vita & PS4)

You can download the games starting October 3, 2017. Until then, the “PS Plus” games for September are available for download.

What are the free games for PS Plus?

Once a month, “PS Plus” members receive a delivery of free games that they can download from the PlayStation Store and add to their library. This game lineup is included in the subscription of the online service. PlayStation Plus costs around 60 euros per year. Recently, the price was increased from 50 to 60 euros.

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FIFA 18: First reviews on Metacritic – Here’s what critics say

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In FIFA 18, there are first reviews and opinions from critics and fans. How well or poorly does FIFA 18 perform on Metacritic?

The official release of FIFA 18 is on September 29, 2017. However, all owners of a Ronaldo Edition or ICON Edition have been able to play FIFA 18 without limits since September 26. Additionally, some press representatives received a full version days ago, which is why there are already some reviews and criticisms available online.

The website Metacritic collects reviews from critics and fans and displays a “Metascore” – an average score from all test ratings.

How does FIFA 18 perform on Metacritic? Is it worth buying?

Tests / Reviews for FIFA 18 – How good is the game on PS4, Xbox One, and PC?

The gaming press is largely enthusiastic about FIFA 18. From a maximum Metascore of 100, FIFA 18 currently receives

  • 84 on PS4 (based on 33 reviews),
  • 84 on Xbox One (based on 10 reviews)
  • and 70 on PC, where there is only one review available.
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Here are some opinions from gaming sites:

  • PlayStation Lifestyle especially praises the story mode “The Journey 2”. Furthermore, it features polished gameplay in many different modes. Score: 95.
  • XGN: FIFA 18 combines fantastic graphics with new motion technology to create immersive and realistic gameplay. Score: 95.
  • Eurogamer Italy: FIFA 18 is a significant step forward for the series. Deep gameplay and rich game modes are perfectly combined. However, the defense on the field still needs work. Score: 90.
  • GamesRadar: The best overall football package available, with countless improvements. Score: 90.
  • GamePro praises the massive stadium atmosphere and calls FIFA 18 “the next evolutionary step”. Score: 90.
  • Trusted Reviews: FIFA 18 is simply fantastic. EA has done a superb job. This is the game that FIFA fans have been waiting for 5 years. Score: 90.
  • The GameStar talks about a “secret revolution” and emphasizes the many small innovations and greater realism. Score: 89.
  • Greater criticism comes from GameSpot with the lowest score of 70: While they praise the diverse game modes and annual updates in the FUT mode, they found the gameplay lacking. FIFA 18 lags far behind PES 2018, which offers a smoother and more satisfying football experience. FIFA needs to improve in the future.

Fan opinions and user reviews are significantly more “extreme”. It is noticeable that many fans rate emotionally and either give full 10 points or 0 points. On the PS4, the average currently sits at 4.9 – although only 55 ratings are available.

So far, FIFA 18 is performing similarly to its predecessor, FIFA 17: FIFA 17 has a Metascore of 85 and a user score of 4.8.

What is your opinion on FIFA 18?

To help you get started in FIFA 18, here are 15 quick tips for getting started in FUT 18!

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