Who wouldn’t like to have a little magic in their life? At least as long as one is not threatened by evil wizards and nasty monsters. But a few small spells here and there would definitely not hurt. We have ranked the 10 most practical spells from Harry Potter for everyday use.
What was the ranking based on? Spells in Harry Potter are usually cast through incantations. While magic can also be performed nonverbally, the corresponding incantation is typically recited in one’s thoughts.
In the ranking, we only look at spells whose incantations are known.
Therefore, practical tricks from Molly Weasley are not included. Specifically, the self-cleaning dishes would have certainly earned a spot on this list.
Soon, the witch life simulation Witchbrook will be released, where you can experience a relaxed everyday life full of magic:
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The first trailer for Witchbrook shows how relaxed life can be as a witch
Rank 10: Impervius
Quidditch is played even in the rain.
With Impervius – please don’t confuse it with the Unforgivable Curse Imperius! – you can enchant objects in such a way that they repel water. In Harry Potter, the spell is primarily used in Quidditch. But of course, it would also be useful in everyday life, especially when it rains.
Whether you magically make your glasses water-repellent, waterproof your clothes, or protect objects from water – Impervius is a nice help.
Unfortunately, the enchantment doesn’t last very long, so you have to constantly refresh it. Additionally, in most cases, you could simply use an umbrella. Impervius is nice, but not groundbreaking, and therefore ranks last in this ranking.
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The fans of The Beginning After The End have been looking forward to an anime adaptation for years. The story of Arthur Leywin, a reborn king in a magical world, is actually perfectly suited for a visually strong anime series. However, the implementation by Studio A-Cat has been heavily criticized for its lack of animations.
Which anime is it about? The Beginning After The End (short TBATE) is based on the web novel of the same name by TurtleMe, which later also became highly successful as a webtoon. The story tells of Arthur Leywin, who is reborn in a magical world as a former king with all his knowledge and experiences.
The series promises epic battles and a complex fantasy setting. Therefore, fans hoped that the anime adaptation would be as strong as that of Solo Leveling. However, disappointment followed quickly.
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The Beginning After The End: A King is Reborn in an Anime in a Magical World
What is the problem with the implementation? The series premiered on April 2, 2025, on Crunchyroll. So far, only two episodes have been released, but fans are already disappointed. Instead of lively action and magic, the anime mostly offers still images, slow camera pans, and the characters often only move minimally.
What are the fans saying? In TBATE, the community feels reminded of a slideshow and not of a real anime series. In a post, a user stated: “At first, this type of animation might have been okay, but when things really get going, I don’t want to watch a slideshow anymore” (- ManyRepulsive5733 via Reddit).
Others also voiced their criticism and commented on the new series:
“I thought I was watching an anime – it’s just a manga with sound effects and voiceovers.” (- DDChak via Reddit)
“To be honest: This is a slap in the face for all loyal fans of the webtoon. The animation has even gotten worse than I feared.” (- dracoXdrayden via Reddit)
“Honestly, I’d rather just read the manhwa. Such a miserable adaptation. And now we have to hear forever how Solo Leveling is so much better than TBATE.” (- RevanR via Reddit)
However, there are also fans who see things a bit more relaxed.
“I really don’t understand what all of you are complaining about”
Can the series still turn things around? Since only two episodes have been released so far, it remains to be seen how The Beginning After The End will develop in the coming episodes. Many fans hope that the animation will improve over time. At the same time, there are also voices that do not see the series as negatively so far. It is said that the animators simply oriented themselves on the original manhwa style. Numerous viewers praise:
“To be honest? It doesn’t look that bad at all. It may not be a highlight of the season, but so far it doesn’t seem as bad as many have immediately assumed here.” (- FarawayHerbalist via Reddit)
“So far, it’s actually quite good. I got baited by the haters and thought it would be complete trash – but so far it’s really solid, and I’m actually looking forward to the next episodes.” (- justforgetmeknot via Reddit)
“I really don’t understand what all of you are complaining about. The animation is perfectly fine, and the opening is also quite okay – maybe not top tier, but who cares. The important scenes, like the mana core and the abilities, are well animated, and that’s what counts the most.” (- xtorreag via Reddit)
How Studio A-Cat and the series will perform in the future remains to be seen. However, it is clear: the expectations are high. The upcoming episodes must show whether TBATE can grow beyond slideshow level and meet the high standards of the source material, not only narratively but also visually.
Intel is apparently losing more and more customers in China – while AMD is benefiting from it. The background includes geopolitical tensions, new trade policies, and China’s advancing independence efforts in the technology sector.
Why is Intel losing ground so significantly in China? According to a report by Wccftech, which cites Chinese media sources, Intel is currently experiencing a significant setback in the Chinese CPU market. Thousands of business customers are said to be turning away from the American chip giant. Instead, many are increasingly opting for products from competitor AMD.
The reasons for this are not only the more attractive prices at AMD but also the performance of the current processors and possibly influences from the Chinese government.
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Battlemage: Check out Intel’s new graphics cards in the video
Political Influence
What role do political decisions play in this upheaval? The Chinese government has long pursued the goal of becoming more technologically independent from the USA. This approach is visible through specific measures. For example, Beijing has already prohibited state institutions from purchasing new PCs with Intel or AMD chips in 2024. Instead, local alternatives such as Loongson or Phytium are to be preferred in the future (via Financial Times, Paywall).
In addition, the Trump administration increased trade tariffs on Chinese imports in April 2025. China responded with countermeasures, including export restrictions on rare earths and high tariffs on American chips.
However, companies like AMD, which outsource their production to contract manufacturers like TSMC in Taiwan, are exempt from these tariffs. Intel, on the other hand, which has its own manufacturing facilities in the USA, is directly affected (via Reuters). It is therefore plausible that China classifies hardware according to its manufacturing location, regardless of the actual company headquarters.
What does this mean for the future of Intel and AMD in China? According to information from Chinese board channels that Wccftech cites, many customers are permanently withdrawing from Intel.
The cause is not only in the current market situation but also in a longer-term trend: Chinese partners and companies increasingly rely on AMD because they are convinced by the combination of performance, price, and availability – and Intel is currently unable to provide these factors to the same extent.
According to Wccftech, AMD achieved an approximate market share of 50% in the first quarter. These figures correspond with those from a state news portal (via CIIC). As a result, it is expected that this development will continue to accelerate – soon AMD’s processors could dominate the Chinese market.
Although both companies originate from the USA, differences in production strategies, geopolitical developments, and product offerings are causing AMD to gain ground in the Chinese market while Intel is losing market shares.
The situation in China illustrates how quickly the market can shift – especially when price, performance, and trust no longer align. While AMD is making strong gains in China and Intel is struggling, many private users are also faced with the question of what the best choice is. It is important to thoroughly research which dealers are trustworthy: User buys an expensive processor for little money, sends it in due to defects, receives bad news
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Today, Patch 8 for Baldur’s Gate 3 is released. We summarize all the info about the release and look at what the patch means for your game saves.
When is Patch 8 for Baldur’s Gate 3 released? The patch is released today for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This means all platforms will receive the patch at the same time.
What time will Patch 8 be released? A specific time is not yet known; Larian has not provided any information on this. We will keep an eye on the topic throughout the day.
Is this a big patch? Yes, it brings a lot of content. According to a report from PC Gamer, the patch notes are expected to comprise about 48 pages. There’s a lot in there, including new subclasses like the Cleric from the Domain of Death, the Daredevil, or the Curse Blade. Want to read more? Then check this out: All new classes of Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 ranked.
When will the patch notes for Patch 8 be released? This is also not officially known. However, the most important new contents are already known.
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Larian introduces the new subclasses in Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 – Here is Part 1 with Cleric, Barbarian, Bard, and Druid
What content does Patch 8 bring to Baldur’s Gate 3?
The following content is included in the new patch:
You will get a total of 12 new subclasses to try out. Highlights include the Cleric from the Domain of Death, the Daredevil, and the Curse Blade. Want to read more? Then check here: All new classes of Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 8 ranked.
There are two new endings for an evil playthrough.
A new photo mode lets you capture your adventures in picture form.
Crossplay between platforms.
The Xbox Series S also gets the local split-screen mode.
What should you consider regarding your game saves?
What happens to my mods? If you are playing a game save with mods, you should note that many mods are expected to be updated to the new patch only in the coming days or weeks. Therefore, it is advisable to remain on Patch 7 if you want to finish an old or current playthrough with mods—otherwise, you risk your save becoming corrupted. Or you can wait until the mods are compatible.
How do I keep my game save on an old patch? Often updates are done automatically. A user on the NexusMods forum summarized how you can prevent automatic updates on Steam. For this, you need to adjust the game files to some extent. We are linking the guide from user “Lowraith” in the Nexus Mods Forum here.
On consoles, you can deactivate automatic updates in the console settings. You can also cancel the download or installation of the patch when it is being carried out. However, it remains to be seen whether the game will even open on consoles without an update. We will keep you informed.
What should I consider regarding crossplay? In the stress test, Larian recommended that console players host the crossplay lobbies and invite PC players. This makes sense in terms of mods, as there are more mods available on PC than on PS5 or Xbox.
I have insufficient space for the patch: Depending on the size of the patch, you may not have enough storage space on your platform for the update. In the past, it has sometimes been useful to remove the entire game and then reinstall it with the updated data.
We are keeping an eye on the release of the new Patch 8 for Baldur’s Gate 3 for you. As soon as new information is known, it will be updated here. Are you looking forward to the new patch? Which subclass will you play? Tell us in the comments! And if you want to play without the patch for now: Even in the current state of the game, players are still discovering new things. Like the exploding sheep, where it was unclear for a long time how to obtain it.
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In Pokémon GO, trainers can receive compensation for an issue in a recent event. Only certain trainers were affected.
In Pokémon GO, many events take place every month, bringing various content into the game. Occasionally, it happens that events find their way into the game with issues, and trainers are compensated for it, as was recently the case during the Catching Art Event.
As Niantic reports, there were also issues during a recent event. Affected trainers are now to be compensated.
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Pokémon GO: What’s in the new Season Powerful and Masterful
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What was the problem? The affected players are those who participated in raids during the “Stunning Variants” event. Specifically, trainers who defeated Wuffels in raids.
Wuffels can evolve into Wolwerock. There are 3 different forms: Day, Night, and Twilight form. While the evolution to Day and Night form is only dependent on the time of day, the Twilight form is a bit harder to obtain.
Only certain Wuffels can evolve into this form. Such Wuffels were supposed to be available in raids during the event, but therein lies the problem. You couldn’t obtain these specimens of the Pokémon during the event.
What does the compensation look like? As Niantic informs on X, trainers who participated in Wuffels raids during the event will now be compensated. Trainers are to receive exactly the number of premium and remote raid passes that they used for Wuffels raids during the event.
So, if you used 3 remote raid passes and 2 premium raid passes during the event to compete against Wuffels, you should receive exactly that number of passes back.
When the affected trainers will receive the compensation is not precisely known. If you were affected, keep an eye out in the near future.
Events are a major part of Pokémon GO. Every month, there are various events that bring different content with them. You can find out which events are expected in the game this month in our overview with all Events in April 2025 in Pokémon GO.
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When you think of football games, you immediately think of EA FC. However, the series mainly focuses on realism. A developer now wants to move away from that and is using his expertise to create a new football game on Steam, which emphasizes fast action in multiplayer.
What kind of game is it? In 2024, the studio Sloclap announced the game Rematch. This is a new football game played in 5v5 multiplayer. Instead of controlling an entire team, each player controls an individual character.
Unlike EA FC, the title also incorporates fast action that does not always look realistic. This matches surprisingly well with the experience of the developers, who had their first major hit three years ago.
You can find a trailer for Rematch here:
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Trailer for Rematch, the football game with 5v5 matches
Football like in the old days on RTL2
What makes Rematch special? As you can see from the trailer, you do not play the game from a bird’s-eye perspective, but in an immersive third-person view. Like in other team-based multiplayer titles, each player takes on a character in the 5-member team.
You only control this character and must work with teamwork to try to win the football match.
Rather than realistic physics, the game opts for an arcade experience. It is fast, spectacular, and focuses on quick movements. This fits unusually well with the developer studio Sloclap, which celebrated success with Sifu in 2022. The martial arts game relied on great animations and a challenging difficulty level.
The love for great animations is also evident in Rematch. Just watching is fun, and the spectacular moves like bicycle kicks remind one of the good old days with the Kickers on RTL2.
For variety, there are also unusual arenas and restrictive rules like offsides or sidelines. Fans of classic sports games might also feel reminiscent of the FIFA Street series, which also focused on spectacular moves and fast-paced gameplay.
When will Rematch be released? Rematch will be released on June 19, 2025, for Steam, Xbox Series, and PS5. The game will cost €24.99 on Steam. In addition, there will also be a Pro or Elite version that costs an additional €10 or €20, allowing you to play 3 days earlier, in addition to additional goodies. If you like more traditional action games, check this out: New action game for PS5 & steam looks like Stellar Blade in a dark London – Many of you will recognize a voice
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During its peak, Lost Ark was among the top 3 on Steam regarding the most simultaneous active players. Since then, almost the entire community has been lost. Now the developers are explaining how they intend to finally reverse the negative trend.
The numbers reflect this: After a month, 10 million Western players had tried Lost Ark (20 million players worldwide). At times, there were 1.325 million players simultaneously on the servers on Steam. That was enough for 3rd place in the all-time charts, behind Valve’s Counter-Strike and the still very popular battle royale shooter PUBG.
How historically significant this launch was can also be seen from the fact that only three games have managed to surpass Lost Ark since February 2022: Palworld, Black Myth: Wukong, and most recently Monster Hunter Wilds (via steamdb.info). Other hits like Elden Ring or Cyberpunk 2077 are behind the Asia MMORPG.
The most important points about Lost Ark at a glance:
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Everything you need to know about the MMORPG Lost Ark – in 2 minutes
How do you stop a free fall?
What is the current status? The player count of Lost Ark has – not surprisingly – declined over the years. While many other service games on Steam can still report five or even six-figure player counts even after years, the MMORPG currently has a daily peak of 13,029 simultaneous active players (via steamdb.info). So, 98% of the players from the launch are gone.
There have been hardly any positive spikes lately. The last noticeable peak was in May 2024 (96,684 simultaneous active players). The last time a six-figure number of MMORPG enthusiasts were simultaneously on the servers was in April 2023.
What are the new plans? On the official website of the MMORPG, the developers recently commented on the current feedback from the community and what measures they derive from it for upcoming updates (via playlostark.com) to attract more players back to the servers. The main insights:
They want to reduce the gold costs for new and returning players significantly by weakening the costs of Transcendence and Advanced Strengthening – this will come with the April update.
The developers plan adjustments to the gem system, so players can use the class and playstyle they enjoy as flexibly and freely as possible. However, it is still unclear what exactly these changes will look like, as it apparently is tricky to find an optimal middle ground.
Further balance adjustments for the classes are planned with the April update.
As they are getting closer to the Korean version in terms of content, it is becoming increasingly difficult to ensure the localization for all supported languages quickly enough. They have therefore decided to stop supporting German and French from May 2025.
When experienced, well-equipped players pull others through content for money while they are “afk,” this is referred to in the context of the MMORPG as “Bussing.” Advertising for such activities is prohibited, even if one tries to disguise this creatively. The developers want to punish such actions more harshly in the future.
In character progression, the range from item level 1,580 to 1,620 is currently particularly tedious. The developers are currently working on a solution to alleviate this section. Until then, additional materials, books, and events should reduce the effort.
Is that enough to bring back at least some of the 98% of lost players? What would Amazon Games need to do for you to log into Lost Ark for the first time or again? Let us know in the comments! Besides the newly announced measures, there is also a content plan for Lost Ark: One of the big MMORPGs on Steam shows its roadmap until summer
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Some people have already invested a fortune in games on Steam. A hidden Steam page now shows you how much money your account is worth in total.
How do I find the page? To find your exact spending on Steam, you need to follow this path in the Steam client: Help > Steam Support > My Account > Data about Your Steam Account > External Funds Used. You can also access the path directly, by clicking this link. User trotski94 pointed this out in a Reddit thread.
Alternatively, there is a web tool on SteamDB. The so-called Steam Calculator uses your SteamID to scan your library. Based on this, the tool estimates the value of your account. You can also specify the currency in which you want the value to be displayed.
Many players were not aware that they could track their spending so precisely. They are discussing this in the aforementioned Reddit thread.
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A user asks Valve if he can bequeath his many games on Steam – they reply
“I’m afraid to click on it”
How much has the community spent? In the thread on Reddit by user HappyMcflappyy, numerous players come together who are, even before they have checked, afraid of what they might find. Among those who have already checked, many have spent several thousand US dollars.
There are quite a few who have invested between 10,000 and 30,000 US dollars in their hobby. Many of them are shocked by the results, while others already suspect that they would rather not check:
AppropriateTouching: “Do yourselves a favor and don’t do it.”
nipple_salad_69: “Today I’m at 8,000 US dollars, but I’ve definitely spent more since most games lose value significantly.”
M73355: “I realized that I’ve spent over 10,000 US dollars over 10 years, but I’ve had a lot of fun, so it was worth it.”
Most people are well aware that video games are not a particularly cheap hobby. However, Nintendo is raising the stakes with the new Nintendo Switch, which is received poorly by the community. MyMMO editor Sophia Weiß shows you in her article what the problem is: This is why the pricing model of the Nintendo Switch 2 is even worse than you think
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The YouTuber FightingCowboys cursed at viewers who only came to his stream to complain about Assassin’s Creed Shadows. He sees a bigger problem in gaming behind this.
What was the situation? The YouTuber FightingCowboy showcased the freshly released Assassin’s Creed Shadows in a stream in March. For viewers who complained about the protagonist Yasuke, the streamer had clear words:
“I could not care less about your opinion on this game. I don’t care. Your opinion is worthless to me.” Those who are upset that a black man appears in a video game can leave.
FightingCowboy got worked up and complained that he did not want to have this discussion about alleged “wokeness” for every current game. More than 2.1 million people watched the outburst on X, where the streamer received much support but also criticism. In a YouTube stream, he elaborated on his opinion.
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Der offizielle Trailer zur Open World in Japan
YouTuber curses about discussion culture in gaming
What’s behind this? Assassin’s Creed Shadows has been heavily discussed since the reveal in May 2024. Among other things, it concerns the male main character Yasuke, who, as a dark-skinned man, does not fit into the image of feudal Japan for some.
Moreover, the lack of historical accuracy and alleged disrespect towards Japanese culture are criticized – although this seems to have bothered no one in previous games in the series.
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For FightingCowboy, this is a development that has persisted throughout the entire past gaming year. There has been some drama around every major release. With the DLC for Elden Ring, people complained that it was too expensive and the new content was hidden behind a boss, with Dragon Age there was trouble about a non-binary character and with Avowed, the mere existence of pronouns was considered offensive.
The YouTuber finds this “insufferable”. He says that for many players these discussions don’t matter at all. Normal people wouldn’t get upset about such things – the problems are artificially inflated by opinion makers to profit.
Such so-called grifters live off the fact that people get upset about something. FightingCowboy urges such viewers to just ignore games that do not appeal to them, instead of deliberately seeking out content about them to get riled up. Being angry is a waste of time.
Although Schedule 1 seems simple, the game has great depth. To prove yourselves in the market and survive, we will show you useful tips.
What kind of tips are these? These are tips and tricks that can improve your gaming experience or even earn you more money.
We have selected the best tips for you that not everyone knows or that may only become clear to you at a later stage of your gameplay. With our directory, you can quickly jump to the individual tips if you’re only interested in a specific selection:
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Schedule I shows in the trailer what the simulation of criminal life looks like
1. The golden skateboard is a must-buy
For many, the skateboard is the best way to get around Hyland Point quickly. There are 5 different models to buy. To do this, visit the “Shred Shack” container located next to “Bud’s Bar”. Usually, players choose the model that looks better to them. However, you should rather go for the golden skateboard, as it is the fastest of its kind.
All the skateboards available in Schedule 1 (via sportskeeda.com)
The golden skateboard costs you $1,500, but it’s a top investment. The board is very fast, agile, and can be used by you at any time, as it fits in your inventory. So, if you want a fast means of transportation, buy the board right at the beginning.
2. The police are predictable
When you carry out your courier activities, the worst thing that can happen is being caught by the police. But how can you avoid them? It’s simple, you learn their patrol routes by heart and move around Hyland Point without coming into their line of sight.
The NPCs in Schedule 1 always have the same patrol routes and repeat them consistently – there are no deviations. If you memorize these routes, you can operate under the police’s radar.
You should avoid entering the line of sight of the law enforcement officers, or they will take notice of you. So try to avoid the direct gaze of the police. You can actually sneak away behind the police without being seen.
Do you have a ton of messages from your clients and you don’t care about the delivery times, as long as you bring the products to the buyer quickly and collect the cash? If so, then you have thrown away a lot of money.
When you make deliveries, set your delivery time to “Late Night”. This grants you the so-called “Curfew Bonus”, also known as the curfew bonus. This amounts to 20% of the sale price and is added to your profit – for each delivery. So, on a $1,000 worth of meth, you can earn around $200 extra cash when you conduct your deliveries “Late Night”. If you sum up your bonuses, you will receive a nice tip.
4. There are 6 vehicles, but only one right choice
When it comes to vehicles, you have the option of buying a car in addition to your skateboard. In total, there are 6 different vehicles available, but which one should you choose and does price matter?
When purchasing, it is essential to pay attention to one thing: storage space. When it comes to available storage space, there is one vehicle that outperforms all others – The Veeper.
At Hyland Auto, you can buy vehicles – The Veeper marked in red (via schedule-1.fandom.com)
This transporter costs only $9,000 and offers a class that provides space for 16 storage slots. This is very convenient when you want to transport things with your van and bring them to another storage location.
The other vehicles are not worth it, as they do not offer the amount of storage space that The Veeper has. Additionally, The Veeper is fast enough and can accelerate effectively when you want to speed through the streets.
5. Invest early in side businesses
You’ll quickly notice in Schedule 1 that your cash is steadily increasing, but your bank account remains empty. Since you can’t simply deposit the money, you need to launder it. Therefore, it’s important to invest in side businesses early in the game so that you can wash your money. Otherwise, you’ll have hundreds of thousands of dollars in your wallet but not a cent in the bank.
6. Pay attention to the quality of your drugs
There are various ways to improve your drugs. The best method is to start fertilizing your plants early on.
If you fertilize your crops regularly, the quality of your drugs will improve and your customers will be satisfied. If you ignore this act, you will lose customer satisfaction, which is bad for business.
7. Buying a weapon: Necessary or a waste of money?
Street life can be dangerous and as a dealer, you should arm yourself, but is it worth it in Schedule 1?
When it comes to fighting, you don’t need to worry. As long as you don’t rip off your customers with cheap stuff, don’t mess with the pawn shop owner, and avoid the police, you won’t need weapons – especially not a gun.
A weapons dealer ready to sell you guns (via gamerblurb.com)
So you can feel free to save your money. However, if you want to experience the life of an outlaw immersively, you can resort to knives or guns.
8. Strikes can help NPCs
Less of a tip and more of a help. If you want to interact with an NPC, but the window showing you actions like selling your drugs doesn’t appear, give the NPC a whack with your skateboard or your fist. Usually, this NPC will then regain composure and you can select the interaction you need.
But be careful, there are some NPCs who will pull out their guns or even a knife and want to come after you.
These were our 8 tips and tricks that can improve your life on Hyland Point. Do you have other tips that are missing from our list? Then feel free to share them with the community and leave a comment. You can find more about Schedule 1 here: Schedule 1: Installing mods – The best expansions for PC
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Baldur’s Gate 3 is getting an impressive amount of new content with the upcoming Patch 8. This includes: 12 new subclasses. MeinMMO compares the new classes in the ranking.
What are these new classes?The 12 new subclasses from Patch 8 are all existing classes from the standard rule set or official supplementary rules of Dungeons & Dragons – mainly from Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything and Xanathar’s Guide to Everything.
These are “specializations” of the already existing classes. Each of the 12 classes receives a new subclass, and depending on the foundation, you’ll choose the new options either during character creation or later while leveling up.
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This is how we ranked: The current ranking is primarily based on assessments from the MeinMMO editorial team, which includes many D&D nerds who have been playing for years. We also looked at reports from the current tests.
Although Bards are the best class in the game, the College of Glamour has almost no useful applications. In theory, it sounds cool to harness the power of the fey to bring stories to life and play with emotions. In practice, however, you fall behind almost everything.
In terms of charisma, all other bards are just as good. Your distinguishing feature as a Bard of Glamour is control and protection spells – which any other supporter can cast much better. Our tip: It’s better to play a Knowledge Bard and bring a Druid, Cleric, or Paladin into the group.
The Arcane Archer, however, stands out from the standard builds. Instead of focusing on strength and melee, the archer relies on dexterity and ranged combat as well as magical arrows. This makes them somewhat like a Ranger or Rogue, but worse. And Rangers are only strong in absolute niches.
The only application of the Arcane Archer is: You have no other spellcaster in the group and do not want to play a melee fighter. For everything else, the advantages are too limited to specific situations.
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The best class for beginners in Baldur’s Gate 3
Rank 10: Wizard – Bladesinging
The classic case of: “Sounds cool, doesn’t work.” Bladesinging Wizards combine agile fighters and spellcasters in one: they are acrobatic, skilled with melee weapons, and can still cast spells.
However, you end up being neither one nor the other. Wizards have armor from mage armor anyway, and your bladesinging, which allows you to actually achieve something in melee, recharges only after a long rest.
If you really want to play a spellcaster who is also useful in melee, it’s better to play a Bard. They can sing better anyway. The only exception is if you’re otherwise lacking an Intelligence character.
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Bungie wants you to play Marathon with other players, but is removing a feature that allows for plenty of interactions between players.
What is Marathon? Marathon is Bungie’s latest game, the development studio behind the loot shooter Destiny 2.
Marathon is an extraction shooter (PvPvE) in the first-person perspective, set to be released on September 23, 2025, for PC and consoles.
You play as a so-called Runner. These cybernetic mercenaries each have different abilities.
During a run, you collect loot and complete missions to upgrade your Runner. There will also be some sort of ranked mode.
Bungie has stated that they place great emphasis on players playing together with others in Marathon. Accordingly, good teamwork is very valuable. Overall, the social aspect is supposed to play a significant role.
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Bungie shows first gameplay of Marathon in trailer
Marathon removes feature to communicate with strangers
Which feature is it? Marathon Game Director Joseph Ziegler revealed in an interview with the English magazine PCGamer that the shooter will not have proximity chat.
Proximity chat allows you to hear and talk to other players in online games who are in your vicinity on the map—even if they are not in the same squad.
Ziegler explains:
When it comes to proximity chat, I don’t think we are against the experience to be fair. I think the challenge is to create a safe environment for players within this space.
I don’t believe anyone has a good solution for that yet. As we are so focused on creating a safe space where players are not hurling insults at each other or doing terrible things to each other, I think we are not ready to invest in proximity chat until we have a solution.
Funny interactions and extreme toxicity
What is the problem with proximity chats? Proximity chats are always a double-edged sword. On one hand, they allow you to interact with strangers. You not only meet new people but also, hopefully, experience very funny situations. It also allows for a kind of roleplay when unfamiliar players negotiate a “truce” with each other.
On the other hand, proximity chats are often used to be toxic. In Call of Duty, for example, you regularly hear what strange “men” with distorted microphones would like to do with the mothers of their adversaries. Generally, these chats often serve as a mouthpiece for insults, intolerance, and discrimination.
Players often have to decide: do they risk hearing inappropriate statements and leave the proximity chat on, or do they turn it off directly, potentially missing out on funny interactions?
What do players say about the missing feature? Many players cannot understand Bungie’s decision. Proximity chats are considered an important part of online shooters, which Marathon now lacks (via X):
“A big mistake. Proximity chat can make encounters so much more fun.”
“One of the best features of DMZ was the proximity chat. It was perfect for interaction and even for negotiations with other teams. I consider it a mistake.”
“Proximity chat is such a cool feature for extraction shooters. It makes the game much more exciting and immersive when you have to watch not to reveal your position to the enemy.”
“The lack of proximity chat will turn every interaction into a fight rather than talking and sometimes even collaborating.”
The most important argument for the availability of such a chat is the addition of an option to turn it off if you are not interested in the feature. Many comments state that this decision does not make the shooter more attractive to them. And Marathon was already met with rather lukewarm reception: “0% chance I’ll play it” – The new shooter from the creators of Destiny 2 faces a major problem
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Despite adjustments, the endgame in Diablo 4 continues to face criticism. The new roadmap shows what is set to change – but there is still complaining. One fan says: Some players are just never satisfied.
This is the criticism: Since the release of Diablo 4, there has been criticism of the endgame. Especially frequent players lack variety, while others complain about boredom. With Season 4, quite a bit has already been revamped: Hell floods have become more dangerous, the drop rates for boss materials have increased, and a new endgame activity has been added with the pit. For many, the activities in the endgame were thus relevant and fun.
However, some are not satisfied with that. Those who grind boss runs for hours to farm specific items quickly feel drained. One player reports 2,400 boss kills – with a disappointing result: The effort simply isn’t worth it. Other players undertake many pit runs to test the limits of builds, but eventually, it seems that the air is out of that too.
What does Diablo 4 bring now? In a roadmap for 2025, Blizzard shows what is still planned for Diablo 4 this year. This includes:
“Everything in 2 years – and yet you are never satisfied”
What does the player specifically say? In a Reddit post, Deidarac5 emphasizes that it is clear to see where the journey is going: Blizzard wants to significantly expand the endgame. In a screenshot, he highlights two points from the roadmap (via Blizzard):
Sins of the Horadrim: We return with new activities and interactions to the Nightmare dungeons, which allow you to increase the intensity of the dungeons while hunting the Hell barons.
Hell chaos: Updates for Hell hordes – Hell hordes will become more chaotic as we give you new options. Additionally, there will be developed options between the Hell waves.
With the expansion Vessel of Hatred, mercenaries, rune words, a new class, and new areas were added. “Everything in just 2 years. And yet many are never satisfied,” he writes. Blizzard is indeed working on the things the community has wished for. Or?
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And OlFilthy35912 says: No matter what is on the roadmap, there will be complaints. “We have to wait and see how good the changes really will be. But I expect that we can adjust the Nightmare dungeons and make them true endgame content, just like the Hell hordes,” he believes.
Why are some fans skeptical? User invis_able_gamer shows cautious optimism but also sees areas for improvement:
You can at least see that they are working on improving the game – that’s nice. A fair evaluation is difficult without more details.
Who knows – maybe they will add tributes to the Nightmare dungeons. Maybe they will scale the pit. Maybe we will finally get a mode (besides the Undercity) that specifically […] drops items.
The game needs more replayability in the base systems to keep it fun long-term, and each season must bring enough new content to feel fresh. So far, they are doing that quite well in my opinion. Could it be better? Of course. Do I still enjoy Diablo 4? Absolutely.
For user AchtGradFieber, the sense of continuing to play fades after a certain point. He says:
I find it a bit surprising that the endgame is being talked about, but never about why one should even grind (Paragon) and optimize their gear. For me, the endgame is the reward for my invested time and effort. I hope Blizzard introduces something worth grinding for – and that is also measurable, so one remains motivated in the long term.
What exactly the “new activities and interactions” in the Nightmare dungeons entail or how exactly the Hell hordes will become even more chaotic has been left open by Blizzard so far. Fans will likely only learn with the announcements for Season 9 and 10 what is specifically upcoming for them.
Challenges where players can compete with each other – for example, through a ranking system or leaderboards – are, according to the roadmap, only planned for 2026, as is another expansion with a new class. In an interview, Game Director Brent Gibson has already revealed some details. His statements about the new class suggest a Paladin. More about this can be found here: The boss talks about the new class in Diablo 4, sounds a bit like what everyone wants
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The leading Twitch streamer Asmongold now explains which characteristics a female protagonist in a video game must have for men to engage with the game. If a female protagonist does not have these characteristics, he predicts a commercial failure. As an example, Asmongold mentioned the new game “South of Midnight.” Asmongold’s opinion has been sharply criticized.
This is what Asmongold says: A clip of Asmongold is being discussed on the internet. In the clip, Asmongold states that if you’re developing a game aimed at a traditionally male audience and think you can just use a female protagonist, then you are making a mistake:
If you introduce a character into a video game, and it is an action-fighting game and you introduce a woman, then she better have large breasts. If she doesn’t, then you’re making a mistake.
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What more does he elaborate on? After being extensively criticized on Twitter for this opinion, Asmongold clarifies his thoughts:
If you have a female protagonist and want men to play your game, then she should have damn huge breasts or a big butt, ideally both. If you don’t have that, then you’re not making a game for the audience.
Asmongold believes that there is no need to discuss this extensively. The numbers speak for him. South of Midnight has only a few players, hence the game will be a financial failure, the studio will close, and everyone will lose their jobs.
How is this being discussed? The statement is criticized on Twitter “by strangers,” while Asmongold’s own community supports the statements.
On Twitter, it is said: “I don’t understand why Asmongold and his friends advocate that games should become an extension of p*rn. I played South of Midnight and never wished that Hazel had larger breasts or that she should be dressed more revealingly. No viewer who watched my stream wanted that.”
“I don’t understand why you have to be constantly aroused to play a game. If I want to be aroused, I open a relevant site.”
“God, he needs to grow up.”
However, most comments under the video revolve around how unsuccessful South of Midnight is.
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Asmongold says: People don’t hate him, they hate the truth
This is what Asmongold says about the criticism: Asmongold states that people do not hate him, but that he is stating the truth, which people do not like. He says it like it is.
He streamed South of Midnight and explicitly praised it. Asmongold has thus done something to make the game popular. Female streamers who now portray him as a sexist have not shown and supported the game.
This is what it boils down to: When games flop, character design may be one reason contributing to the failure. Yes. But the idea that poor character design is the sole or a significant reason for a failure fits remarkably well into the current worldview in the USA, which considers anything that is somehow diverse to be the devil’s work.
South of Midnight is an action-adventure with an unusual setting by a small company, whose last game We Happy Few also received little attention. It is sold on Steam for €40, €50 in the premium edition.
Where should the hype for the game come from? Asmongold actually played it for 3 hours on Twitch and had an average of 36,000 viewers. But that’s about it. No major streamer has shown the game on Twitch. The studio lacks the marketing budget to promote South of Midnight widely.
In the current state of the gaming market, many games flop because there is an oversupply of new games, but only a few really break through and attract all the attention, like the current Schedule 1. We don’t know if South of Midnight would have significantly more players if the heroine had larger breasts or was a standard action hero. We probably wouldn’t have heard anything about such a game.
The discussion about whether female video game protagonists need to conform to common standards of attractiveness is repeatedly debated and is part of the current culture war in gaming in which streamers like HasanAbi and Asmongold stand at opposing poles: Trump’s inauguration politicizes Twitch: 2 streamers benefit particularly from it
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In a podcast, an Australian content creator talks on YouTube about his career and how he could have made more money.
Who is it about? It is about the Australian YouTuber Lannan “LazarBeam” Eacott. On his YouTube channel, he entertains almost 23 million subscribers and mainly plays Fortnite or Roblox. He is also active on Twitch: Here he has over 380,000 followers and can average 531 viewers in his streams (via sullygnome).
In an episode of the podcast “Clickbaited” on YouTube, he talks about his career on YouTube. Previously, his content was characterized by his offensive style, but also by his frequent cursing. Something that financially harmed him.
In the German YouTube space, HandOfBlood is a big creator. We introduce him to you in our video:
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“I would probably be 40 million dollars richer”
Why should he have cursed less? In 2017, YouTube drastically changed its monetization policies. Videos on the platform have since been subject to stricter rules if they wanted to be monetized. YouTube has since softened the rules a bit.
For example, the YouTube filter kicks in when someone curses extensively in the video, and no ads are shown before the video. This means that a content creator cannot earn money with ad revenue from YouTube for this video.
The adjustment is referred to as “Adpocalypse”; a combination of the words “ad” (advertisement) and “apocalypse”. It was triggered by a boycott of advertisers on YouTube. They did not want their ads to run before bad videos, as viewers would associate their product with questionable content.
Less money for LazarBeam: For LazarBeam, and many other YouTubers, this posed a problem: He cursed a lot in his videos, and thus his content was penalized by the platform.
This was also noticeable in his wallet. Nevertheless, he did not want to change, continued to curse, and accepted the missing money. Regarding his stubbornness on this issue, he says today (via YouTube):
I was an Australian construction worker from a rural area. I had a different perspective on what was politically correct or okay than others.
However, his stubbornness eventually gave way and he adapted to the new circumstances on YouTube. He still curses, but not as much as before.
Today he says: “I would probably be 40 million dollars [about 35 million euros] richer if I hadn’t cursed” (via YouTube).
Meanwhile, the rules regarding cursing on YouTube have softened somewhat and are no longer as strict as they used to be. You can read more about it on the Google support page.
A build is currently at the top of Path of Exile 2 and takes down dozens of enemies on the screen with just the push of a button. We will show you what the Lightning Spear Huntress can do.
What kind of build is this? The Lightning Spear Huntressis a currently popular build in Path of Exile 2, allowing players to take out dozens of enemies on the screen effortlessly with just one click. It uses the ability “Lightning Spear”, which fires numerous lightning bolts in all directions with each spear hit, flooding the entire screen with attacks.
Players celebrate the build mainly for its high clear speed, but it also has no trouble with bosses in the endgame, provided you manage to acquire good gear. The build currently benefits greatly from the current balancing as well as the support gems and items that favor critical hits and movement speed.
Here you can see the trailer for the current season:
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Lightning Everywhere
How does the build work? As the name suggests, the build revolves completely around upgrading the ability “Lightning Spear” and using it as a full-fledged attack against enemies. The build relies heavily on becoming as fast as possible, which helps not only for good grinding efficiency but also for damage.
In gameplay, you want to enhance your “Lightning Spear” ability with the support gem “Volt”, which ensures that you shoot even more lightning bolts than you already do with the Lightning Spear, greatly increasing your damage and the chance to take out all enemies at once. However, you need to move quickly and a lot.
For this, you use the unique item “The Black Insignia Corsair Cap”, which grants you the buff “Tailwind” whenever you land a critical hit, which should happen almost with every attack. The buff can stack up to 10 times, giving you 10% more movement speed as well as higher evasion chances and ability speed. However, the buff disappears if you get hit.
Once you have set up your setup, you run as much as possible through the map and throw your “Lightning Spear” at the enemies. The resulting chain reaction should wipe out all enemies on the screen immediately. By the time you reach the next enemies, “Volt” has fully recharged, as you have run enough.
Here you can see the build in action:
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You can find the full build from creator MrRonit on Mobalytics.gg. There you will also find a detailed guide on how you should equip your Huntress from the beginning to endgame and when to level which skills best.
The Lightning Spear build thus joins the tradition of “Screen Clear Monsters” that Path of Exile continually brings forth – currently with such a high pace that hardly any other build can keep up.
One of the newest event quests in Monster Hunter Wilds is very popular in the community. Because in it, you can earn a cute bird hat. But there is more to it than many initially assume.
What kind of hat is it? The mentioned headpiece is the “Amphicat α,” which you can earn through the event quest “The Song of the Quematrice.”
The events change at regular intervals, giving you until April 23, 2024, to hunt a normal Quematrice. This will earn you materials with which you can then craft the bird at Gemma in the forge. You need to complete the quest 3 times for this.
As a result, you will then receive a cuddly bird that perches on your head. You can see it on the title image. The “bird hat” is extremely popular among fans. But it is also surrounded by a mystery that many players seem to be unaware of and which is causing quite a stir in the community.
Another bird that caused a stir with the new update can be found in this video:
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“We’re being lied to!”
What’s up with the bird? At first glance, the hat just looks like a goofy, cuddly bird. It moves and blinks like a normal animal. However, upon closer inspection, you will notice that its movements seem a bit strange.
And there is a reason for this, as according to the “item description,” this is not a real animal but a stuffed Amphicat:
Here you can see the description from the game
There is also said to have been a original form that could blow bubbles, but it didn’t resonate well with the audience.
What does the community say about it? This discovery is causing a stir on Reddit. Fans find this not only bizarre but also can hardly believe that this bird is supposed to be non-living. Many consider the description to be a joke.
In a Reddit thread by user LeWegWurf, there are numerous hunters with a clear opinion on this revelation:
Echotime22 denies: “It blinks! We’re being lied to!”
Bubbly_Birthday_5517 writes: “The way it moves its head and mouth is like a living animal. Is it supposed to be some kind of animatronic? I love my little guy.”
wewz_1 comments: “No wonder Gemma sharpens a knife while preparing it.”
fredminson jokes: “Stuffed with respect and duty to the guild.”
marshmallowghoul demands: “Excuse me, BUBBLES? Give them back.”
LeWegWurf himself comments on the latter remark: “Part of me thinks they’re testing the community’s reaction to this flavour text…” Whether he is correct in his assumption remains to be seen.
Capcom has often proven itself to be close to the community in the past and clearly shows through such small gimmicks that they are aware of such discussions and phenomena. LeWegWurf’s thought seems far from unreasonable.
An example of this is the phenomenon of fluffy chickens. They already sparked numerous community discussions in Monster Hunter World (via Reddit).
The movies of Star Wars are full of creative aliens. However, not all of them are impressive, fascinating, or intimidating. The following 5 can sometimes make it hard not to just burst out laughing.
How was the list created? Star Wars is a franchise that is home to countless alien species. Some of them have really cool designs and abilities. Sometimes they even support the hero team, just think of the hairy Chewbacca or Yoda, who almost didn’t exist.
Others fight against the good guys and appear intimidating – like Darth Maul, who belongs to the species of the Zabraks. However, for our list, we have looked at aliens that simply seem ridiculous despite their good or evil intentions. This can be due to their appearance or their behavior.
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As always, the selection is based on the author’s opinion and is subjective. If you prefer other species, feel free to let us know in the comments. The order of the aliens is completely random.
The small, cute plush bears are famously infamous. They live on the forest moon of Endor and suddenly become part of the rebellion against the Empire in Episode 6. The fact that this endeavor succeeds and the rebels win is nearly a miracle.
Ewoks, represented as a whole species on this list, look quite clumsy. They waddle uncertainly through the forest, are as small as they are awkward, and somewhat resemble panda bears. While they wave their weapons threateningly, they cannot really be taken seriously.
One would prefer to pick up an Ewok and hug it. They seem like toys and might be perfect as merchandise for the brand owner Disney – but as tools against the Empire’s stormtroopers, they shouldn’t really be of much help.
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A company has introduced a home office day to subsequently lay off all participating employees. The company argues that the cuts would help preserve important skills.
Home office is controversial among employees and employers, and many companies want to reintroduce office requirements. However, some employees know how to resist the office obligation with tricks, while others resign or give up against their employer.
The company Stellantis, based in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, has now used the “opportunity” of home office to lay off several hundred employees.
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Employees are ordered to work from home and are laid off there
What exactly did the company do? The company Stellantis laid off around 400 employees working from home. Stellantis was formed by a merger of the two automotive companies Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA (including Opel and Peugeot).
The English-language magazine Fortune reports that employees were informed that the car manufacturer would “hold important operational meetings the next day that require special attention and participation.” The statement continued:
To ensure that everyone can participate effectively, we have decided to implement a mandatory remote work day. Employees are expected to work from home unless their supervisor instructs them otherwise.
During the home office session, participating employees were then informed that they would be laid off. Around 400 people are said to be affected.
The company comments on this: In a statement to the Wall Street Journal (Paywall), the company stated that it would offer affected employees a comprehensive severance package and transition support.
It also added that the cuts would help preserve important skills needed to implement production plans for electric vehicles.
Luffy has it tough with his family in One Piece. You probably won’t ever get to see a family member.
What do we know about Luffy’s family? Luffy’s family situation is complicated. He never got to see his father and he grew up with a foster mother and two “brothers”. The only family member that we got to see in detail, is his grandfather Monkey D. Garp.
Although we know that Luffy has a mother, she has never appeared. There was only a flashback in chapter 1057, where her face is not recognizable (via Reddit). However, we see that she has light hair that she wears in a braid.
One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda has revealed over the years what the chances are that we will see her again.
Luffy grew up in his childhood alongside the singer Uta:
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Luffy’s mother remains a mystery
Will we get to see Luffy’s mother? In an interview from 2009, the creative mind behind One Piece revealed what Luffy’s mother would be like if she were to appear in the manga (via Reddit). At that time, the mangaka was still unsure whether she should appear. He believes that she is still alive, very tough, and strict. Luffy’s mother is not a beautiful person and probably has a perm.
Shortly afterwards, Luffy’s childhood with his adoptive mother Dadan was shown. It can be assumed that Oda was talking about her in 2009, as she fits his description. Otherwise, the question would remain as to why Luffy had to grow up with an adoptive mother.
In 2015, Oda specified that he fundamentally does not allow mothers in the manga. The mothers of the other Straw Hats have also either passed away or were never shown. And there is a reason for that:
Aha, I see. Well, the answer is simple. That’s because “mother” is the opposite of “adventure.”
The final farewell to Luffy’s mother likely occurred in 2020. In a video interview with Luffy’s voice actress Mayumi Tanaka, the mangaka revealed that Luffy began his adventures after leaving the protective arms of his mother. Oda wants to tell the story of a young man, not his mother (via Comic Book).
Is there still a possibility? There is still a minimal chance that you will get to see Luffy’s mother. As already shown in chapter 1057, it could be that his mother appears in a flashback. The story of Monkey D. Dragon could be the big chance to finally get to know her.
