The Elder Scrolls Online Morrowind – Defender Builds for DD, Tank and Healer

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The Warden is one of the highlights of Morrowind, the new chapter of The Elder Scrolls Online. But how do I build a good Warden? How do I distribute the skills? We have put together some promising builds for you for the new hero. Warden builds for DD, Tank, and Healer. Enjoy our ESO Warden Build Guide.

When you look at Vvardenfell, the setting of the new ESO chapter Morrowind, you’ll notice many warriors wielding ice magic, summoning healing plants, or speaking with animals. These are not crazy esotericists, but Wardens, the new class in the game.

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And while we know fairly well how to play the previous heroes and which builds are optimal, everything is still open with the Warden. That’s why we have gathered some promising builds for you!

The Elder Scrolls Online Build – The Warden as a Magicka Damage Dealer

The Warden is suitable for all three roles in ESO: Tank, DD, and Healer. Here you first find a damage build that focuses entirely on the Warden’s magic and uses Magicka. It is particularly well-suited for dungeons and raids.

  • Race: Altmer – The High Elves have a bonus to Magicka, which is great for a build based on spells. However, if you prefer, you can also be a Dark Elf or even a Breton. They all receive significant Magicka bonuses too.
  • Armor: You use only light armor because of the Magicka bonus.
  • Weapons: You use a destruction staff in both slots.
  • Equipment Bonuses: You use the “Divines” trait to maximize your Mundus Stone effect. For glyphs, you use Magicka glyphs.
  • Mundus Stone: “The Mage” for more Magicka.
  • Sets: Anything that gives you bonuses to Magicka and spell damage is welcome. The sets “Law of Julianos” (craftable in Wrothgar), “Necropotence” (drop in Fanged Mist), and “Moon Dancer” (drop in the Lorkhaj’s Lair) work especially well.
  • Attributes: You allocate all your points to Magicka.
  • Skillset 1:
    • Blue Netch Cow (From Level 30 Animal Companions)
    • Deep Rift (From Level 4 Animal Companions)
    • Screaming Cliff Racer (From Level 1 Animal Companions)
    • Lotus Flower (From Level 30 Green Balance)
    • Inner Light (From Level 2 Mage Guild)
    • Elemental Wrath (Ultimate – From Level 50 Destruction Staves)
  • Skillset 2:
    • Elemental Blockade (From Level 4 Destruction Staves)
    • Wrath of Winter (From Level 4 Winter’s Chill)
    • Absorbing Magic (From Level 22 Light Armor)
    • Swarm Infection (From Level 20 Animal Companions)
    • Inner Light (From Level 2 Mage Guild)
    • North Storm (Ultimate – From Level 12 Winter’s Chill)
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The Elder Scrolls Online Build – The Warden as a Stamina Damage Dealer

This Warden isn’t into hocus pocus. Therefore, he prefers to rely on his stamina and converts some of his magic skills into stamina skills. This Warden is an ideal DPS cannon for all dungeons and raids.

  • Race: Redguard, as they receive very good stamina bonuses. If someone wants to deal massive damage, they should choose Khajiit. Alternatively, Orcs and Imperials are also good for this build.
  • Armor: You use only medium armor due to stamina bonuses.
  • Weapons: You use an axe and a dagger for the “Two-Handed” skill tree in the first slot. In the second slot, you equip a bow.
  • Equipment Bonuses: You use the “Divines” trait to maximize your Mundus Stone effect. For glyphs, you utilize stamina glyphs.
  • Mundus Stone: “The Tower” for more stamina.
  • Sets: The sets “Velidreth” (drop in the Cradle of Shadows), “Double-Tongued Serpent” (drop in Sanctum Ophidia), “Malevolent Serpent” (drop in The Citadel of Hel Ra, The Aetheric Archive, and Sanctum Ophidia), and “Hunding’s Rage” (craftable in Bangkorai, Grahtwood, and Rift) work especially well. Alternatively, the set “Mother’s Gaze,” which you can craft in Bangkorai, Grahtwood, and Rift, also does the job.
  • Attributes: You allocate your points two-thirds to stamina and one-third to health.
  • Skillset 1:
    • Severing Strikes (From Level 4 Two-Handed)
    • Death’s Cloak (From Level 20 Two-Handed)
    • Deep Cuts (From Level 2 Two-Handed)
    • Underground Charge (From Level 4 Animal Companions)
    • Green Lotus (From Level 30 Green Balance)
    • Impeccable Dawnbreaker (Ultimate – From Level 10 Fighters Guild)
  • Skillset 2:
    • Endless Hail (From Level 4 Bow)
    • Reloading Trap (From Level 8 Fighters Guild)
    • Poison Injection (From Level 38 Bow)
    • Hooked Crow’s Feet (From Level 6 Storm Attack)
    • Netch Bull (From Level 30 Animal Companions)
    • Permafrost (Ultimate – From Level 12 Winter’s Chill)
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The Elder Scrolls Online – The Warden as a Tank

The Warden is also suitable as a tank and can very well protect himself and the group with a shield and his ice spells. With the following build, you are optimally equipped for this.

  • Race: Imperials and Argonians are particularly well-suited for this build. But the tank classics Nord and Orc are also great choices.
  • Armor: You use five heavy armor pieces, one light one, and one medium one.
  • Weapons: You use one-handed weapons and a shield in each slot.
  • Equipment Bonuses: You use the “Infused” and “Impenetrable” traits. For glyphs, you utilize “Tri-Stat Enchantment”.
  • Mundus Stone: “The Atronach” for more Magicka.
  • Sets: The sets “Plague Doctor” (drop in Deshaan), “Ebony Arsenal” (drop in Crypt of Hearts), “Green Pact” (drop in Grahtwood), “Shadowrend” (drop in Banished Cells I) and “Choking Thorn” (drop in Eldergrove I). Attributes: You allocate your points evenly between stamina and Magicka.
  • Skillset 1:
    • Magic Absorb (From Level 14 Weapon & Shield)
    • Heroic Slash (From Level 4 Weapon & Shield)
    • Pierce (From Level 2 Weapon & Shield)
    • Netch Bull (From Level 30 Animal Companions)
    • Polar Wind (From Level 20 Winter’s Chill)
    • Healing Thicket (Ultimate – From Level 12 Green Balance)
  • Skillset 2:
    • Shimmering Shield (From Level 30 Winter’s Chill)
    • Ice Bulwark (From Level 1 Winter’s Chill)
    • Inner Fury (From Level 3 Undaunted)
    • Wasting Vines (From Level 20 Green Balance)
    • Underground Charge (From Level 4 Animal Companions)
    • Aggressive Signal (Ultimate – From Level 4 Storm Attack)
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The Elder Scrolls Online – The Warden as a Healer

The Warden is a true wonder talent and also makes an excellent healer. With the following build, you keep your group optimally alive.

  • Race: As always, Argonians are also a good choice due to their healing bonuses. If you primarily care about Magicka, feel free to be a High Elf or Breton.
  • Armor: You use only light armor.
  • Weapons: In the first slot, you use a healing staff and in the second slot a lightning staff.
  • Equipment Bonuses: You use the “Divines” and “Infused” traits. For glyphs, you utilize Magicka runes.
  • Mundus Stone: “The Atronach” for more Magicka or “The Thief” for more spell crits.
  • Sets: The sets “Armour of the Worm” (drop in the Chambers of Madness), “Magicka Healing” (drop in the White Gold Tower), “Healing Mage” (drop in Aetheric Archive), “Sanctuary” (drop in Banished Cells I & II) and “Kagrenac’s Hope” (craftable in the Earth Forge).
  • Attributes: You allocate all your points to Magicka.
  • Skillset 1:
    • Blue Netch Cow (From Level 30 Animal Companions)
    • Battle Prayer (From Level 14 Healing Staff)
    • Healing Springs (From Level 2 Healing Staff)
    • Healing Protection (From Level 20 Healing Staff)
    • Inner Light (From Level 2 Mage Guild)
    • North Storm (Ultimate – From Level 12 Winter’s Chill)
  • Skillset 2:
    • Sprouting Seed (From Level 4 Green Balance)
    • Elemental Blockade (From Level 4 Destruction Staves)
    • Elemental Drain (From Level 20 Destruction Staves)
    • Energetic Sphere (From Level 5 Undaunted)
    • Enhanced Growth (From Level 1 Green Balance)
    • Aggressive Signal (Ultimate – From Level 4 Storm Attack)
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Please consider these guides only as suggestions for a successful Warden build. If you build your own build and enjoy it, that’s perfectly fine!

Also interesting: Morrowind is a huge buffet

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FIFA 18 – 4 new Icons revealed, featuring Diego Maradona

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Four new icons have been revealed in the “Ultimate Team” mode of FIFA 18.

Meanwhile, all icons in FIFA 18 along with their player ratings are now known!

These icons were introduced in FUT 18 a week ago. They are former top players who shaped world football. They are no longer active as professionals.

From FIFA 14 to FIFA 17, they were exclusively available as “Legends” on Xbox.

Now many former football legends are coming as icons on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Last week, Ronaldo Nazário was presented as the first icon. Today, on June 12th, four more were revealed:

  • Diego Maradona
  • Thierry Henry
  • Pelé
  • Lev Yashin
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Unfortunately, the attributes and player ratings are not yet known. More icons are expected to be revealed throughout the summer.

All information about the icons in FUT 18 will be presented in the provided link.

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Destiny 2: Story Information – One of the biggest questions remains unanswered

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In Destiny 2 is about light, not darkness.

Some information about the story of Destiny 2 is already known:

  • Ghaul, the commander of the Cabal’s Red Legion, attacks Earth. He destroys the Tower and occupies the Last City.
  • Ghaul wants to claim the power of the Traveler for himself, which is why he traps it in a kind of cage.
  • As a result, the Guardians lose their powers. They are separated from the light of the Traveler and must flee.
  • Now it is up to you to regain the powers and reclaim your home. To do so, you must travel to alien worlds and reunite the scattered Vanguard.

In an interview with Gameinformer, game director Luke Smith and project lead Mark Noseworthy talk about the story of Destiny and what aspects are the focus. They also reveal: To the question of who or what the darkness is, there will be no answer in Destiny 2.

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Attention: Spoilers ahead!

In Destiny 2 you will learn more about the light

According to Smith, Destiny 2 is a game about light. You will learn what happens when it is taken from the Guardians, and what the Guardians will do to get it back.

You will discover the relationship between the player and their Ghost and the relationship between Ghaul and the light, which he desires.

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Much else that has nothing to do with it has been cut for the release of Destiny 2. Luke Smith cites as an example “the darkness”.

In Destiny 1, the darkness was mentioned from the very beginning. It is said to be an ancient, powerful foe of the Traveler, who pursued it through the cosmos. Who or what the darkness actually is, however, remains completely unknown. These are the “big questions” in Destiny – what the darkness and the Traveler are about.

And Smith is also aware of this. He reveals in the interview: “We have never really said what the darkness means. Ultimately, we owe our players a story regarding this – what is the darkness? – but this will not be in this game.” So there is no answer to this question in Destiny 2 – but at some point in the future.

Instead, the focus should be on the light. You are to discover your identity as a Guardian and your connection to the light. And what it means to be chosen by the Traveler.

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By the way: The gameplay reveal event began with a trailer in which Zavala specifically dealt with these questions: What makes a Guardian a Guardian?

Cabal have nothing to do with the darkness

The darkness is thus not the great threat in Destiny 2. Instead, the danger comes in the form of the alien race, the Cabal. Noseworthy provided information that will especially interest lore-enthusiast Guardians.

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“The Cabal have nothing to do with the darkness.” They do not come from the darkness and do not represent it. The Hive are closest to the darkness, as they worship it. But one can also worship something with which one has nothing to do.

The main villain in Destiny 2 is Ghaul. For reasons yet unknown, he believes that the Traveler should have chosen him. The power of light belongs to the Cabal, not to humans. Therefore, he wants to eliminate humanity and the Guardians to show the Traveler how wrong he was.

In several cutscenes in Destiny 2, players will receive background information about Ghaul. One important character here is Ghaul’s mentor, known as “Consul”. The Consul is considered the voice that guides Ghaul’s strength. He is like a coach on the sidelines, Noseworthy says. The Consul is said to have persuaded Ghaul a long time ago to stage a military coup, in which the previous Kabal Emperor named Calus was deposed and exiled.

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The Consul seems to be a figure who holds the strings behind the scenes.

At the end of the interview, Smith emphasizes that the content in Destiny 2 will sometimes appear dark and hopeless, but Destiny is a franchise where it is always about hope.

Interesting: Destiny 2: No more Grimoire cards!

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Quake Champions bekommt Wolfenstein-Champ und Turnier um 1 Million Dollar

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In the fast-paced shooter Quake Champions, you will soon be able to play as a well-known character from Wolfenstein. A huge tournament is waiting at QuakeCon.

During Bethesda’s press conference at the E3 event, new information was revealed about the fast-paced shooter Quake Champions. The game was presented as a major eSports title that will soon showcase its potential in a big tournament.

Additionally, the character BJ Blazkowicz, whom many of you probably remember from Wolfenstein, is now available in the game’s beta.

BJ Blazkowicz in Quake Champions

A new character with a familiar face: BJ Blazkowicz from Wolfenstein is now a playable character in the closed beta of Quake Champions. In the trailer, Bethesda gives you a glimpse into maps, weapons, gameplay, and the new character.

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Quake World Championships in August

The showcased trailer also mentions the Quake World Championships, which will take place on August 26, 2017, at QuakeCon. Anyone can participate, and the prize pool is one million dollars.  More details about the Quake tournament will be released soon.

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Quake Champions Open Beta Active

Bethesda also has good news for players among you who want to participate in the game’s testing phase. Quake Champions is back in open beta and has spots available for you. On the official website, you will find the registration form. Here’s the link to the Quake Champions beta registration on quake.bethesda.net

You can find more exciting information from the E3 event in our overview

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Anthem can be played solo – Has a “BioWare” story

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There is additional information about Anthem (PS4, PC, Xbox One), the new shared-world action RPG from BioWare. The game is also said to be suitable for solo players and is designed to be played and expanded over months and years.

After the presentation of Anthem, there was also an interview with the game director of Anthem, Jonathan Warner.

We have already fast-forwarded to the right spot for the interview video. It is in English:

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Social Hub Fort Tarsus – Freedom for the Players

Here is the new information:

  • The open world is large. There is much to explore. It is the first time that BioWare can create such a world themselves.
  • The settlement we saw in the video is Fort Tarsus, a social hub. Here, players can customize their Javelin exo-suits and take on quests.
  • Players are supposed to play Anthem the way they want: with their friends or alone. The experience should be seamless. Players can complete Anthem entirely solo.

Humanity is at the Bottom of the Food Chain in Anthem

  • As opponents, there are wild, terrifying creatures, but also other humans in exo-suits.
  • Warner avoids the question of whether there will be PvP.
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  • Humanity is far down the food chain in this world – that’s why people only dare to go outside in their combat suits in order to have a chance to prevail.
  • A focus of the game is how players customize their exo-suits. The game director says there are a lot of weapons in the game.
  • BioWare wants to tell a “big BioWare story” in Anthem, but also give players room to experience their own stories, like with friends.

That’s Why Anthem is Named as it is

  • No comment on “Will there be romantic relationships in Anthem?” – the Mass Effect question.
  • Anthem is designed to be played over months and years. The world is constructed in such a way that it can be expanded.
  • The name “Anthem” was chosen because an anthem unites a group of people. That’s what they want with the game. It should create a sense of camaraderie among players.

More about Anthem:

Anthem is a third-person shooter and RPG – All about the gameplay reveal

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5 Dinge, die Ihr über Assassin’s Creed Origins wissen müsst

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Assassin’s Creed Origins delivers a new setting, a new hero, and new action-RPG elements. We summarize 5 important pieces of info about the game.

During E3 2017, Assassin’s Creed Origins was officially revealed for the first time. In the weeks and months prior, numerous leaks about this year’s AC surfaced, which is why the reveal didn’t surprise anyone. However, the shown footage made many fans’ hearts race.

Here is the gameplay trailer for Assassin’s Creed Origins:

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Assassin’s Creed Origins aims to retain the unmistakable “Assassin’s Creed” charm while overhauling and reinventing many aspects of the franchise. According to a detailed post on the Ubiblog, it is a fresh start for the series.

Assassin’s Creed Origins releases on October 27, 2017 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. It will also be optimized for PS4 Pro and Xbox One X.

We list 5 important aspects of the game.

The setting: Ancient Egypt with a diverse landscape

The game director of AC: Origins is Ashraf Ismail, who was already responsible for the development of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. He has experience in creating large open worlds. This time, however, the adventure takes place not in the Caribbean like in Black Flag, but in ancient Egypt.

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According to Ismail, there will be a massive open world in Origins. You will not only find a city but a complete country with multiple cities, villages, and exotic landscapes.

In ancient Egypt, you shouldn’t just think of deserts, but also of Nile deltas, rivers and lakes, oases, and the Mediterranean Sea. From lush fauna to dry deserts, everything is included. Pyramids and forgotten tombs, which you can explore, play an important role.

However, ancient Egypt is not just about landscapes but also about the people living within it. The NPCs are said to have a realistic daily routine in the game. They live their lives in this world – including working, sleeping, eating, and even “peeing.” They have a day-night cycle.

As known from previous AC parts, there will also be viewpoints scattered throughout the world in Origins, which you can climb to synchronize the map. This reveals potential quests and the viewpoints also serve as fast travel locations.

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Besides fast travel options, you will find horses, camels, or even chariots to move faster in the world.

For the first time in Assassin’s Creed, players can seamlessly dive into underwater worlds to explore wrecks or underwater ruins. In one lake, for example, there is said to be the sunken temple of Pnepheros.

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On your journey through ancient Egypt, you must fear not only humans but also the wildlife. Near lakes, for example, there are crocodiles or hippos that will aggressively attack you.

The new combat system

The protagonist is named Bayek, who has more abilities than the future Assassins.

The new combats are meant to be more dynamic, direct, and aggressive than in previous AC games. In close combat, Bayek uses attack combos, he can dodge enemy attacks, or he sneaks up on them and kills them stealthily. He also has ranged weapons like bows and arrows at his disposal.

Enemies in Origins are said to attack ruthlessly, making the dodge button particularly useful. Otherwise, you have a shield with which you can block attacks. If you are surrounded by enemies, you can use a smoke bomb to incapacitate the enemies briefly and reposition yourself.

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In terms of gameplay, it is important to familiarize yourself with each weapon, so that you learn how it behaves in combat and what kind of character you have. Not only to master your own weapons better but also to better estimate the behavior of the enemies.

Bayek can perform quick, light attacks with which you can deal well with most weaker enemies. In addition, he has slow, heavy attacks that can break shields and stagger opponents.

At the bottom of the screen, there is a “Adrenaline Bar” during combat. This fills up during the fight. Depending on the weapon, you can unleash a devastating “Overpower Attack” or you go into a frenzy, becoming faster, stronger, and more resistant to damage when you unleash the adrenaline.

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Melee weapons include regular swords, sickle-shaped swords, heavy clubs, scepters, spears, and other weapons. Bayek can also strike with his bare fists.

According to Ismail, some weapons are more effective against certain enemies than others. Heavy weapons are better suited against armored enemies. However, these are too slow against enemies that dodge quickly.

With ranged weapons, you can not only shoot enemies from a distance but also shoot cages of trapped lions or other wildlife. These then cause chaos that you can turn to your advantage. Arrows can also be ignited to start a fire from a distance, which also helps to distract.

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In Assassin’s Creed Origins, you will encounter several boss enemies, such as “elite fighters” or “strange creatures.” To defeat these, it is necessary to master the various weapons and abilities of Bayek.

An assassin has a lot to offer

Bayek is no ordinary warrior. He has several tricks and abilities up his sleeve. His most important tool is the hidden blade, which has been a staple in every AC installment. Bayek is said to acquire this during the story.

However, he has more tools that can be upgraded during the journey through ancient Egypt. The gear starts at level 1. With upgrades, you can increase the stats and change the appearance. There is said to be an extensive RPG progression system.

Bayek can use tranquilizer arrows to temporarily disable enemies or tame animals. These animals, like lions or hippos, will then loyally follow you into battle. Additionally, you will gradually find fire bombs, poison bombs, traps, and many other items to assist you in combat.

You unlock Bayek’s abilities in a skill tree. This consists of three categories:

  • Hunter: Skills to attack stealthily and lethally from a distance
  • Warrior: Skills for close combat
  • Seer: Here you unlock the tools for Assassins and the ability to tame animals
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Quests and eagle support

Without Senu, nothing works in Origins. Senu is Bayek’s eagle, through whose eyes he can see. Thus, you can explore the area from above and mark targets.

Senu is so important because there is no minimap. You must inspect the areas yourself and set the objectives and waypoints.

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In the quests, you now have more freedom than before. You are not sent from point A to point B in the story, but can decide when to pursue a new goal. If you deviate from the “intended” path, there is no desynchronization.

The beginnings of the Brotherhood

Bayek is the last of the Medjay, a group of warriors who served the Pharaohs as agents for hundreds of years. They protected the cities and the temples from threats.

In his hometown of Siwa, Bayek is regarded as a hero, but in the rest of Egypt, where the influence of the Greek Ptolemies is stronger, the power holders see him as nothing more than an inconvenient relic of the past. Because the Medjay are no longer needed, as the rulers are no longer the Pharaohs.

But Bayek remains steadfast in his mission, believing that the Egyptian gods will help him. His story leads to the founding of the Assassin Brotherhood.

Gameplay material for Assassin’s Creed Origins can be found here.

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Crossplay fails again – Sony refuses to participate in Minecraft, Nintendo is in

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The Minecraft community should be united with cross-play between console, mobile, and PC. Sony apparently does not want that and declines.

During Microsoft’s E3 press conference, there were many interesting reveals for fans and viewers. For example, many games were presented and it was shown how to improve “old” games.

The popular building survival game Minecraft is supposed to support multiplayer across various platforms, thereby uniting players on consoles, mobile, Windows 10, and VR devices. It seems that Sony is not joining this alliance.

Cross-Play with Switch, but without PlayStation

The Nintendo Switch has been confirmed as one of the cross-play-capable consoles. This allows players on the new Nintendo console Switch to play together with players on other platforms.

However, nothing was said about the PlayStation 4 or PS Vita. Many fans thus wondered why Sony’s consoles were not mentioned.

The blogger Jez Corden from Windows Central gave the answer on Twitter: Sony did not want to. He claims to have learned this from his sources. Allegedly, Microsoft approached Sony about cross-play, but they declined.

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In response to this tweet, Corden also writes: “Microsoft’s hope is that all modern versions can be linked together. Through another piece of information, I learned that Sony declined.”

It is confirmed according to Jez Corden that the PlayStation version cannot connect to versions from Nintendo, Windows, and Xbox.

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In an interview with GamesBeat, Aubrey Norris from Minecraft stated: “We cannot speak for Sony, but as we have said before, we would be very happy to welcome our PlayStation 4 community into the [cross-play] alliance.”

Players are disappointed with Sony

Many players on Sony’s platform are disappointed with this announcement. They would like to play with players on other platforms. On social media, one can read statements like “Whatever conditions Sony declined … They can’t have been that bad, since Nintendo agreed.”

Sony has behaved similarly in the past, when the car soccer game “Rocket League” introduced its cross-play feature. The connection between PS4 and PC players works there. However, PS4 players cannot connect to opponents on Microsoft’s competing consoles in Rocket League.

Even with MMOs like The Elder Scrolls Online or World of Tanks, developers had said that it would not be a problem to allow PS4 and Xbox One players to play with and against each other via cross-play. But for that, Sony and Microsoft would need to talk. Apparently, they are not doing that.

More from the Xbox press conference at E3 can be found in our E3 2017 overview article

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World of Warcraft: Patch 7.2.5 makes mythic dungeons up to 50% harder!

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WoW drastically increases the difficulty for “Mythic+” dungeons. They are already quite challenging at lower levels!

The next update for World of Warcraft is just around the corner. The “small” patch 7.2.5 brings numerous class changes and the opening of the Tomb of Sargeras. As a result, the maximum item level that players can obtain increases. To compensate for this and maintain fun and excitement in the instances, the dungeons will be significantly harder.

  • At the lowest level “Mythic+2”, enemies receive a bonus of 10% to health and damage, instead of the previous 8%. While this may not be significant at this level, the difficulty increases exponentially, making it more apparent at higher levels.
  • Instead of benefiting from 100% bonus at level 10, with patch 7.2.5 it’s already a whopping 136%!
  • It becomes even more impressive as the level increases. In a “Mythic+25” dungeon, the additional enemy strength is no longer “only” 535%, but 885%.
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This means that the first players will soon encounter bosses in a 5-player dungeon whose health points reach into the billions.

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On Reddit, the user Nimos created a nice graphic that accurately shows how significantly the various difficulty levels change.

In plain terms, this means that starting Wednesday, players should no longer venture into dungeons of the same level as before. This could lead to some nasty surprises. Over time, however, the characters should be able to catch up in item level, which will decrease the difficulty of the dungeons accordingly. So it is merely a temporary hurdle.

Patch 7.2.5 will be released later this week, on June 14, 2017. However, there will be about 6 hours of maintenance beforehand.

Have you seen the survival tips for patch 7.2.5?

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Star Wars Battlefront 2: The 9 Confirmed Heroes and Villains so far

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In the upcoming online shooter Star Wars Battlefront 2, the heroes play a significant role. Some are already confirmed that you will embody in the battles: Which heroes and villains are there in Star Wars Battlefront 2?

Heroes are particularly powerful units, which will again influence the outcome of battles in Star Wars Battlefront 2. But which heroes can you embody in the new game?

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Here come the heroes

  • Boba Fett – The bounty hunter who hunted Han Solo in the original film trilogy and eventually caught him.
  • Captain Phasma – A captain in the First Order army. She is responsible for training new recruits. Phasma will be introduced via DLC after the release of the game.
  • Darth Maul – The Sith Lord and apprentice of Darth Sidious fights with a double-bladed lightsaber.
  • Finn – The former stormtrooper of the First Order switched to the side of the Resistance. Finn will be introduced via DLC after the release.
  • Han Solo – The smuggler is also back and fights for the Rebels.
  • Kylo Ren – The former Jedi in training fell to the Dark Side of the Force and fights on the side of the First Order for Supreme Leader Snoke.
  • Rey – The former scavenger set out to find Jedi Master Luke Skywalker and learns to use the Force.
  • Luke Skywalker is back in the game. Whether as a young or old Jedi Knight is not known yet.
  • Yoda – The Jedi Master, who can also wield a lightsaber, takes on enemies in the battles.

What powers the heroes possess and whether those who were already in Star Wars Battlefront 1 play differently in the new game, we will have to see. Star Wars Battlefront 2 releases on November 17.

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Pokémon GO: Fire and Ice Event Start and End, more XP bonuses

Patrick Freese Patrick Freese Reading time 2 minutes

New information about the Fire and Ice event in Pokémon GO is known. Learn when the event starts, ends, and what XP bonuses there are here.

Next, trainers of Pokémon GO are expecting a Fire and Ice event, which among other things will increase the occurrence of Charmander or Sneasel in the wild. How long the event will last was not previously known. Niantic initially only revealed the start time but has now also explained how long the event and its bonuses will be active.

There will also be additional bonus XP for hatching eggs.

Fire and Ice Event Start Time – When does it begin?

The solstice event starts tomorrow, June 13, at 1:00 PM PDT (approximately 10:00 PM German time) in Pokémon GO. From this point onward, the event bonuses are active, and you will earn more experience points for various actions in the game. You will also encounter more Ice and Fire-type Pokémon in the wild on your adventures.

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Which Fire and Ice Pokémon you can find more often will be shown in this overview.

More Experience Points (XP) during the Solstice Event

In a leak from last week, we already learned that there will be more Fire and Ice-type Pokémon in the wild. Niantic officially confirmed this and announced additional rewards and bonuses:

  • Especially large experience point bonuses are available for trainers who catch a Pokémon with great, excellent, or fantastic throws. There will also be many additional XP for curveballs and catches with just one throw. The developers did not specify exact numbers but mentioned especially large bonuses.
  • More XP for hatching: This information was recently found on the official Niantic website. Apparently, trainers receive additional experience points for hatching eggs during the solstice event.
  • Discount in the shop: To better utilize the new XP bonuses, there are lucky eggs in the shop at a 50% discount.
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Fire and Ice Event End

For one week you can utilize the various bonuses of the solstice event in Pokémon GO and enhance your accounts with the additional experience points. The event ends on Tuesday, June 20, at 1:00 PM PDT (approximately 10:00 PM German time).

In the past, developers often kept the events active for a few hours longer and gave trainers more time to take advantage of the rewards and increased spawns. It is possible that the solstice event will not end exactly at 10:00 PM. We will find out next week.

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Niantic wants to bring legendary Pokémon – Please, don’t mess it up!

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PS4 Pro vs. Xbox One X – Die Konsolen im Vergleich

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Comparison of PS4 Pro and Xbox One X. We take a look at the known technical specifications.

As early as the beginning of 2016, rumors started circulating that Sony and Microsoft were working on new consoles behind the scenes. At E3 2016, Microsoft revealed the Project Scorpio, garnished with a few technical specs. 

In early September 2016, Sony followed suit and presented the PS4 Pro, which had previously gone through the media as “PS4 Neo”. The release date surprised: The Pro version hit the market on 10.11.2016, leading the way.

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As revealed by Microsoft at E3 2017: The Xbox One X, as the Scorpio is now finally called, will not be released until a year later, on November 7, 2017.

The technical specifications of PS4 Pro and Xbox One X – Specs

All hardware details of the PS4 Pro are known, which you can find under the provided link. The specs of the Xbox One X were revealed by Digital Foundry on April 6. Here is how the technical details of both consoles differ:

CPU – Processor:

  • The PS4 Pro features an “AMD Jaguar” CPU with 8 cores clocked at 2.1 GHz.
  • The Xbox One X also has 8 cores but runs at 2.3 GHz.

GPU:

  • PS4 Pro comes with 4.2 TFlops, 36 CUs, 911 MHz, Radeon based.
  • The Xbox One X even manages over 6 Teraflops with 40 units at 1172 MHz. In terms of GPU, the One X makes a significant leap forward.

RAM:

  • PS4 Pro: 8.0 GB GDDR5 + 1.0 GB DDR, memory bandwidth 218 GB/s.
  • Xbox One X: 12 GB GDDR5 RAM with memory bandwidth of 326 GB/s

Hard Drive:

  • PS4 Pro: 1 TB 2.5 inch
  • Xbox One X: 1 TB 2.5 inch

Drive:

  • PS4 Pro: BD / DVD
  • Xbox One X: UHD Blu-ray
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Can Xbox One X and PS4 Pro do 4K?

Yes, both consoles are capable of displaying 4K resolutions. However, the Pro uses upscaling for most games. Only a few PS4 games that are Pro-optimized provide native 4K.

Microsoft promised that all first-party games will come in native 4K. They speak of “truly real 4K”.

Do PS4 Pro and Xbox One X offer HDR support?

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HDR stands for “High Dynamic Range” and refers to a technology that allows for more vibrant color representation on supported displays. Brightness and black levels are also displayed better. The brightness differences are rendered in detail. The PS4 Pro and Xbox One X provide this technology.

What about UHD Blu-rays?

The PS4 Pro comes with a Blu-ray drive that is the same as that of the standard PS4. It cannot play 4K movies. If you still want to watch movies in 4K resolution, you must stream them. Sony’s Andrew Wilson once stated that the console does not have a 4K Blu-ray drive because they see the future in streaming.

The Xbox One X, on the other hand, has a “4K UHD Blu-ray” drive.

Will my current games run on PS4 Pro and Xbox One X?

Yes, the PS4 Pro supports all PS4 games that have already been released and those that will be released in the future. The Xbox One X will feature backward compatibility with the Xbox 360. Additionally, all “Xbox One” games will run on it.

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What is the price of Xbox One X and PS4 Pro?

Months ago, Microsoft stated that the Scorpio would be the most powerful console ever. The revealed technical details emphasize this now. However, this pleasure will also come at a cost: The Xbox One X will be available at a “premium price” of $499. The PS4 Pro is available for under 399 euros.

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Destiny 2: Arcstrider – All abilities of the new Hunter subclass

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For Destiny 2, detailed information about the Arcstrider is available. This will be the new Arc subclass of the Hunter. All abilities overview.

In May, the subclasses Dawnblade, the new Gunslinger, and the new Striker were already thoroughly presented. The Arcstrider will now be playable at E3 2017.

In English, he is called Arcstrider and has already been referred to as Arkusläufer, Arkusschreiter, and Arkusakrobat in official German translations. The latest version is Arkstrider, which is why we call him that now.

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Even before testers in Los Angeles can record gameplay footage of the Arcstrider, Gameinformer published an exclusive article about the Arcstrider. All of his abilities are now known.

What the Arcstrider can do in Destiny 2 – Hunter Focus

The Arcstrider is the new Arc subclass of the Hunter and is supposed to replace the Blade Dancer. He spins around acrobatically with an Arc staff, taking down everything that comes his way.

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According to Gameinformer, the Arcstrider resembles a kung fu master, with the playstyle being immediately recognizable: This focus relies on fast movements, the Hunter strikes hard with his super and can quickly retreat before being hit himself. Fast and dynamic melee gameplay is encouraged.

The abilities of the Arcstrider

There is not yet a screenshot of the focus overview – however, it will likely look similar to those of other classes. In the center, the symbol of the super is prominent and around it are skill trees with which you can customize your Hunter.

The super is called “Arc Staff.” It is a mobile super that you ignite and that remains active for a longer period. According to Gameinformer, it looks fantastic and feels just as good. Although you move quickly in it, it feels more controllable than the Arc Blade of the Blade Dancer. It is easier to maneuver from one target to the next.

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With the Arc staff, you can deal extreme damage, but you should not get too cocky. The tester jumped into a horde of Vex with an active super, he reported, and was eliminated by them. You are not unbeatable.

The grenades (Flux, Jump, Arc Bolt grenade) and jumps remain mostly the same as with the Blade Dancer, only the Blink (short teleport) has been removed. Instead, there is the triple jump.

Interesting are the new class abilities. These do not depend on the subclass but on the class (Titan, Hunter, Warlock). The Arcstrider thus has the same “Class Abilities” as the already presented Gunslinger:

  • Marksman’s Dodge: When you perform a dodge (double tap circle on PS4), the equipped weapon is automatically reloaded.
  • Gambler’s Dodge: When you perform a dodge near enemies, melee energy is restored.
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Additionally, there are two skill trees (Way of Warrior and Way of the Wind) between which you must choose. The respective focus nodes cannot be mixed, they are essentially only available in a bundle.

Way of the Warrior:

  • Combat Flow: The class ability recharges through a melee kill (good in combination with Gambler’s Dodge – presented above)
  • Deadly Reach: Increases melee range for a short time after a dodge
  • Lethal Current: The Arc staff hits the enemy twice after a dodge
  • Shocking Blow: A strike releases a lightning bolt from the Hunter’s fist (the specifics of how this looks are not elaborated on)

Way of the Wind:

  • Disorienting Blow: A melee attack confuses the enemy and makes him vulnerable. If you kill an enemy with this melee attack, the attack recharges.
  • Lightning Reflexes: When you perform a dodge with an active super, you take less damage.
  • Battle Meditation: If you are critically wounded, melee and grenade recharge significantly faster.
  • Focused Breathing: Increased sprint speed and sprinting reduces the cooldown of the dodge.

The conclusion from Gameinformer: You need a precise and smart gameplay to get the most out of the super. Then it is absolutely devastating. In the right hands, the Arcstrider will excel.

What do you think of this subclass?

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The Darwin Project Trailer: Tribute to Panem in cute comic graphics

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

With The Darwin Project, Microsoft announced at E3 an exclusive multiplayer action game for the Xbox One that is reminiscent of the “Hunger Games” film series. Such battle royale games are currently on the rise, thanks to PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.

Battle Royale is in, as the surprise hit Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds shows. Since Microsoft also wants to get involved in this segment, the Xbox One exclusive multiplayer game The Darwin Project has now been announced. In the game, you compete against your fellow players on a battlefield and must use the environment and your skills to emerge as the victor and survivor from the match.

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Heroes with different abilities

At E3, a snowy landscape was shown that served as an arena. Additionally, the developers introduced some of the special abilities that the characters possess.

One could deflect an arrow with a type of shield, another was able to camouflage. This promises exciting multiplayer battles. As for the story: The Earth is on the brink of the next ice age, and to prepare humanity for it, the “Darwin Project” was initiated.

Survive thanks to nasty traps

You must try to survive in the icy landscape of the Rocky Mountains while also defending against others who, like you, are fighting for the last resources.

You face both the inhospitable weather conditions and other players. You do this by setting traps and luring your enemies into them or ordering an airstrike. Additionally, you can unlock new ways to defeat your enemies over time.

The comic graphics are meant to exude a special atmosphere. A release date has not yet been announced.

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Battle royale games are currently very well received. With a focus on e-sports, The Darwin Project could indeed become successful. The comic graphics are, of course, a matter of taste, but as long as the gameplay is solid, the visuals are not the decisive factor. All fans of battle royale games can look forward to The Darwin Project.

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Final Fantasy XIV: You will not understand a word, but you will grasp everything

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There is a new Japanese trailer for Final Fantasy XIV. You may not understand anything, but you will immediately know what the trailer is about.

The Japanese MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV is about to expand with Stormblood. Today, a Japanese live-action trailer for the game has been released, which we want to show you.

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We find the trailer great and believe: It hits the core of why cooperative experiences in MMORPGs are so much fun. This is also behind the recent boom of the genre.

Achieving something together with friends in a world where we often are lone wolves: This is the formula for success of MMORPGs and online co-op games today.

What do you think?

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Loli characters in MMORPGs – cute or disgusting?

Cortyn Cortyn Reading time 5 minutes

Girl-like characters in MMORPGs with sexy clothing – why is this a trend? Is that just disgusting?

In many Asian MMORPGs, there are races or classes that appear especially young. In the case of TERA, these are the Elin, a purely female race that has a childlike appearance – even though their story often claims they are centuries old. In Moonlight Blade, there is also the option to represent female characters as young.

Especially in Europe and America, these girl-like characters often lead to discussions. Questions and opinions such as:

  • Is this even legal?
  • Doesn’t this fall under pedophilic depictions?
  • Anyone who plays (or develops) such things must be mentally ill!
    Elin Swim Suits

But where does the term “Loli” characters actually come from? And what is behind it?

“Loli” comes from the Russian novel Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov. The novel primarily deals with a pedophilic relationship between the main character and a girl he calls Lolita. The name has become a fixed term – it is found in the “Lolita complex” or in the Japanese manga and anime genre Lolicon.

“Girl-like” characters and sexualization = Lolicon

Basically, one speaks of Lolicon or simply “Loli” when female characters have particularly childlike traits and are highly sexualized. In the context of TERA, this includes particularly revealing clothing for the Elin, and the same applies to the Lyn from Blade & Soul.

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The increased presence of such characters and media coverage have led to even “girl” characters that are not sexualized already being referred to as Lolicon. However, this is fundamentally incorrect. Lolicon always refers to the sexualization of girl-like characters (regardless of actual age). But when exactly does sexualization occur is not always easy to recognize, as the boundaries are fluid.

Lolicon in Anime

Large, childlike round eyes are one of the core features of anime and cannot be taken away from these series.

Anime that do not feature this representation are rare – no wonder, the appearance is popular. Even adult women in anime almost always have large eyes. On closer inspection, this results in a group of characters, where the female characters often have eyes that are three or even four times larger than those of the male characters. Yet, anime fans have become so accustomed to this, that it no longer seems unusual but rather consistent.

Lucky Star Loli Moe

Similar to MMORPGs, there is often a “Loli” character in anime. This character appears especially young and has “childlike” features – such as a flat chest, a small stature. Interestingly, these features are often combined with “adult” traits – such as long-grown hair, mental maturity, or “adult” intelligence and typical, rather adult emotions (like jealousy or anger). This is already quite similar to the Elin from TERA.

The Baby Schema – An Instinct of Humans

However, another aspect must be considered with Loli characters. The fact that these characters are very popular with many people has biological-instinctive reasons.

There is the principle of the so-called “baby schema”. These are various features that make a face appear more childlike. This includes:

  • especially large eyes
  • a round head shape
  • and the general proportions of the face.
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These features lead us to perceive childlike faces as “cute” and “vulnerable”. An inbuilt mechanism of Mother Nature that ensures the offspring is protected among many living beings (not just humans).

There are various research and studies on the topic, but on average, they convey the same message: Men find women more attractive who possess some features of the baby schema. For this, pictures of women were shown to men, adjusting them to the baby schema in 10% increments (0% = “normal” adult woman, 100% = baby schema). The highest attractiveness was reached at about 30% baby schema.

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That the baby schema also increases attractiveness in men (from the perspective of women) is, however, controversial. Studies on this come to different conclusions.

Features of the baby schema therefore evoke various feelings that can also be transferred to video games. We care more about “cute” characters – this makes identification with the character easier. At the same time, these features can also make characters more appealing and attractive.

Lolicon in MMORPGs – Food for Pedophiles?

A major accusation often comes from Europe. Races like the Elin exist in the game only to attract “pedophile gamers”. Sometimes the accusations even go further: such characters would even create pedophilic behavior.

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From my personal conviction, I would say “No”, because in my opinion sexual orientation – with all its manifestations, whether legal, illegal, or classified as a mental disorder – is not something that can be “trained”. Who and what one finds attractive and desires is, in my opinion, inherently present in a person and largely depends on society in terms of how one is allowed and able to show and live it.

Ultimately, however, one should never forget one thing about all of this. The major MMOs with childlike “Loli” characters are primarily just that: purely virtual games where one plays a foreign role. Even though I personally do not agree with putting Elin in swimsuits and making the skirts so short that they no longer deserve their name, I can ultimately always come to terms with it: It is a game, and there are many factors that cause people to “be into” such things – and the least of that is directly a serious crime.

 

What is your opinion on these “Loli” races in MMORPGs? Do you like playing them? Do they disturb you massively? Or are they just indifferent to you? And: What do you think of this article?

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State of Decay 2 Trailer: Coop instead of MMO in the Zombie Hunt

Andreas Bertits Andreas Bertits Reading time 2 minutes

At E3, the online zombie action game State of Decay 2 was once again presented during Microsoft’s press conference. The showcased events are reminiscent of the TV series “The Walking Dead.” 

State of Decay 2 takes place in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. The few survivors are trying to survive. The focus is on an exciting single-player experience. The player should feel alone in a world full of zombies and have to find a way to survive. However, there is also a co-op mode for up to four players. However, according to the developers, this is more of a bonus. For example, the difficulty does not scale when you are four instead of alone.

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Crafting and no PvP

There is no real open world, instead, there are three very large maps that offer different landscapes. These landscapes will allow you to try out other tactics to survive. However, you cannot just hide anywhere. Because without resources, you generally won’t survive long.

So you explore – either alone or with up to three companions – the large maps in search of resources. You craft new and better equipment from them. PvP is not planned, but players can still get in each other’s way, even if it doesn’t lead to an open fight.

Spooky atmosphere on PC and Xbox One

The gameplay trailer shown at E3 promises excitement and horror, as well as a very atmospheric experience. However, you will have to wait until early 2018 before you can face the zombie invasion on PC and Xbox One.

The plans for a survival MMO have been scrapped by the developers. Instead, more titles are already in planning, which are intended to hit the same notes as State of Decay 2.

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Anthem: Moment, the gameplay trailer is too beautiful to be true!

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The first trailer for Anthem looked stunning. But perhaps a bit too good. Can this really all be true?

At E3, BioWare once again let the cat out of the bag and finally unveiled the mystery of “Project Dylan”. It is now called Anthem, set in a wild world where only the “Freelancers” leave the protection of the wall and venture into the wilderness.

However, the gameplay trailer makes me skeptical. Even though it was recorded in “real-time in-game”, I just don’t believe the trailer. No “pre-alpha footage” looks that incredibly bombastic.

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Sure – the behavior of the “players” is completely scripted for the benefit of the trailer, but that is only logical and perfectly fine, so let’s set this aspect aside.

The world is too detailed. My last great “open world” experiences were with Witcher 3. Sure, that has aged as well, but when I see the detail richness of Anthem, with its dense jungle, hundreds (if not thousands) of smaller and larger creatures stomping, crawling, and roaming in herds through the world, I become skeptical.

Anthem destruction

Furthermore, there is the suggested “destructibility” of the world. One of the huge machines crashes down, taking several trees with it, which break off at different points and later actually lie in the landscape (thus also representing obstacles or providing cover) – that sounds unconvincing to me.

I consider such a technological leap unrealistic

There is a possibility that all the incidents are scripted and only part of this specific mission. Anthem is ambitious and wants to set new standards in many areas, which is generally a good attitude. But I find it completely unrealistic that the game can set the bar as high as it claims in the first trailer.

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Finally, the “huge world that you can freely fly through” – sure, a cool feature that also looks bombastic with the shown material. However, reality will later be fast travel points. I can even imagine that, as in many other games, individual areas are instantiated and the “open world” isn’t as vast as it now seems. But that is just a guess.

The danger of disappointment is high after the trailer – But BioWare has a chance

I have bad memories of the first gameplay trailer for “The Division” or even “Watchdogs”. Sure, both have become good games – but comparing the first “in-game gameplay trailers” with the finished product shows that the quality and detail richness have plummeted.

Maybe Anthem is the big exception and will smash all my skepticism and concerns – but BioWare must first prove that.

I am definitely curious about what Anthem will become and convinced that I will play it – but I simply do not believe most aspects of the trailer. To me, this is too good to be true. But I am happy to give BioWare the opportunity to convince me.

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But how do you see it? Do you think the finished version of Anthem will look as beautiful? Or is the trailer more smoke and mirrors than an actual product?

P.S.: Does anyone else find it strange that there is legendary loot for a mission where both players must use exactly one skill each?

Whether Anthem remains exclusive to Xbox One X, we reveal in this article.

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The Elder Scrolls Online: These 2 new DLCs are coming – Player count is rising

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The Elder Scrolls Online was already a successful MMO, but thanks to the recently released addon Morrowind, it became even more successful. Over 10 million registered players have been recorded so far. To maintain this success, two new DLCs will be released soon.

The Elder Scrolls Online Morrowind has only been on the market for a week and has already increased the registered player count of ESO from 8.5 to over 10 million. This doesn’t indicate how many players are actually online every night, but if just a fraction of them plays regularly, the Elder Scrolls MMO should be doing quite well.

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But that’s not the only new feature for ESO, Zenimax announced two new DLCs for ESO that should be interesting for not only Morrowind owners.

The Elder Scrolls Online – DLCs bring more MMO content

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Most critics agree – Morrowind is a great addition to ESO, but one criticism has been mentioned repeatedly: ESO offers too little MMO content. A great story is nice and all, but where are the instances where I can tackle tricky boss fights together with my team?

In Morrowind itself, there was only the big raid and public dungeons. With the newly announced DLCs at E3, “Horns of the Reach” and “Clockwork City“, three new instances will be introduced to the game.

The Elder Scrolls Online – DLCs – Dungeons and Clockworks

The first DLC pack “Horns of the Reach” will release in August. This will include a major update for the entire game (regardless of whether you purchase Morrowind or the DLC).

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It contains new items, houses, costumes, and holiday events. If you purchase the DLC, you will also receive two new dungeons called “Bloodforge” and “Hawkring” as well as a new PvP battleground called “Arcane University”. For the latter, Morrowind must also be available.

The second announced DLC comes completely without Morrowind. In “Clockwork City”, you will return to Sotha Sil’s clockwork recreation of Tamriel, which you have only been able to admire in the raid “Hall of Crafting”.

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By the end of the year, the DLC is expected to be released with a large dungeon in the Clockwork City. And although the Clockwork City is on Morrowind, you do not need the new chapter to play the DLC.

As always, both DLCs will be included in an ESO subscription as long as you maintain the ESO Plus subscription. With the two announced DLCs, the roadmap for this year should be well known.

In 2018, we can expect at least three more DLCs and presumably a new chapter, which should be similar in scope to Morrowind.

Also interesting: Jürgen’s opinion on Morrowind – It’s like a buffet!

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Overwatch: „Aus Versehen“ einen Tripplekill mit Ana – PotGs der Woche

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Ana can also achieve heroic multikills in Overwatch. She doesn’t even need to have murderous intentions!

Every week, absurd, exciting, or simply funny moments happen in Overwatch that are often captured in a “Play of the Game.” We searched through social media and picked out three special highlights for you. Enjoy our 3 “Play of the Game” moments of the week in Overwatch!

When thinking of glorious multikills, the healer Ana comes to mind only late. The player Dozy impressively shows how you can easily achieve a triple kill even while healing. Ana actually just wanted to dutifully heal her tank Reinhardt, who was fighting against many enemies at once in the distance. But a healing grenade can sometimes have a devastating effect!

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Teamwork is particularly important in Overwatch. Those who do not act together will rarely win a match. On the map Ilios with the infamous well, a little shove to death is always in the back of the players’ minds. But the enemies of Bobwah had no chance, as they were served on a silver platter thanks to a friendly Orisa. What happens next… well, just see for yourself.

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Our last clip truly deserves the name “Play of the Game”, as it features a perfectly executed quintuple kill by the player Peeweexer. As McCree, he positions himself to unleash his ultimate. When Sombra calls “Go” and hacks all the enemies, Orisa also sends her graviton surge in. The result is a completely helpless team sitting nice and still. Just under a second later, the field is clear – this is what teamwork should look like!

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Dark and Light: Registration for the Closed Beta & Gameplay Trailer

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It’s happening! The registration phase for the closed beta of the exciting sandbox MMORPG Dark and Light has begun!

Dark and Light promises to be an exciting MMORPG where you can explore a large world and are free in your actions. Survival plays an important role, which is why you won’t be constantly surrounded by other players, as the number of players per server will be limited to about 100. You will soon find out how that plays out, as the closed beta of Dark and Light will start shortly.

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Beta is coming soon – Here’s how to sign up

Next month, it should be time; an exact date will be announced soon. According to rumors, the beta is supposed to start with the Steam Summer Sale on Valve’s platform.

If you want to participate, visit the official website of Dark and Light. The registration phase has now started there. You fill out a survey here on the Surveymonkey page and will then be entered into a pool with other registrations. From these, the developers will select the participants for the test phase based on the information provided in the survey. You will be notified if you are selected.

A new trailer builds anticipation for the game

To get you excited for the adventures in the MMORPG, the developers have released a new gameplay trailer for the game. In this, you will see parts of the beautiful game world and also get gameplay scenes where heroes take on monsters that inhabit this world. The trailer really makes you eager to finally play the MMO yourself.

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