11 Characters from the History of Diablo You Definitely Don’t Want to Play Mario Kart With

Diablo is known as the game with the dark world and absolutely wicked enemies. On the other hand, Mario Kart is known as the game that destroys friendships. The perfect combination, right? MeinMMO checks how bad such an unholy combination would really be.

For decades, fans have been pondering what it would be like if Diablo, Mephisto, and co. played Mario Kart, and many of you are surely wondering how these demons would play as characters.

… don’t you? Well, we’ll answer the questions anyway.

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The most well-known enemies in the Diablo series are the seven lesser and greater evils that appear as bosses in the games. For our thought experiment, we take some of the iconic figures and look at how they would behave in Mario Kart or what peculiarities they would have.

The whole analysis is of course absolutely scientific* and is based on the behaviors and character traits of the bosses as they are anchored in the lore of Diablo. However, as these characteristics do not always map directly onto playable characters, we’ve considered: How would these demons play against you? Spoiler: You probably wouldn’t want to face any of them.

*There are no studies on this, but the author has studied. Trust him!

Mephisto – The final boss for every thread of patience

Let’s start right off with a big name: Mephisto is the Lord of Hatred, the current final boss in Vessel of Hatred and the oldest and most powerful of all evils. However, his tactics in Mario Kart would be extremely insidious.

Mephisto is not about winning. After all, he draws his power from hatred, a very strong emotion. So how can you best create hatred in the game? With blue shells, of course.

The Great Evil would therefore constantly have blue shells and would launch them in such a way that they would hit at least one or several players at critical points on the track – either in curves, on acceleration strips, or right before the finish line.

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

My survival highlight of 2025 starts in May, but you can start creating characters today.

Dune: Awakening has finally announced its release date. Unfortunately, that’s still a while away – but those who can’t wait can check out the game starting now. Playing it is not possible yet. MyMMO editor Benedict Grothaus is extremely excited.

What kind of game is this?

When will Dune: Awakening be released? On May 20, Dune: Awakening will start, and not in early access, but directly in the 1.0 release. There won’t be a years-long “public beta,” as is often the case with survival games. The game will cost €49.99.

The release will initially only take place on Steam. PS5 and Xbox will follow, but there is no date yet. Accordingly, there is also no information on crossplay. Here you can find all the information about the release, content, and platforms of Dune: Awakening.

  • Here you can find Dune: Awakening on Steam

By the way, if you pre-order, you’ll receive a cute Muad’Dib, a desert mouse, as a “pet” in the terrarium for your base.

If you can’t wait and want to take a first look at the game, you can do that now. Character creation is available starting now, and you can have fun customizing with various backgrounds and sliders for appearance. However, the notorious penis slider is not included.

You can then transfer your characters into the game on May 20. Additionally, a benchmark test is available, showing you some scenes from the game. With this, you can test if your hardware is sufficient for the game, or if you need to upgrade to an RTX 5090. Participants in the benchmark test will receive a code for a knife skin in the finished game.

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Dune: Awakening angezockt – Unsere Review zu ersten Gameplay-Stunden

Dune: Awakening is different from any survival MMO you know

I’m an absolute survival fan and have spent thousands of hours in Conan Exiles, Fallout 76, and similar games. One of my very first games was even Stranded from 2003. I’ve been looking forward to the Dune game for years.

Recently, Funcom invited me to Oslo to finally see Dune: Awakening live. My opinion after about six hours: The new Dune game is completely different from any survival game I know and is really fun. What makes the game special includes:

  • Classes like Bene Gesserit and Mentat that determine the playstyle
  • A storyline with quests that guide you through the game – similar to the journey in Conan Exiles, but as a real quest series like in an MMORPG
  • Plenty of NPCs for trading, learning skills, or just chatting
  • Guilds and PvP battles for important resources
  • Factions where you can build reputation
  • An endgame system with the Landsraad revolving around intrigues, politics, and power

Additionally, there are of course classic survival elements like crafting and thirst. However, water is the only resource you really need to “survive.” You obtain it in… questionable ways that shock even the developers.

Personally, I’m extremely excited about Dune: Awakening and even if it shouldn’t be an absolute blockbuster, it will be a highlight of the year for me. Admittedly, the game will be quite special, but it perfectly suits my taste. For those who prefer the classic style, you can find the best survival games in 2025 for PC, PS5, and Xbox.

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Player presents detail from the village and shows that you can be the nasty monster yourself

In Monster Hunter Wilds, the large creatures are not just the highlight of the game, but also a danger to the people in the world of Monster Hunter. However, a player is now presenting a detail from the beta that shows that people can be just as dangerous.

What has the player shown? In the beta of Monster Hunter Wilds, there will be several villages that showcase different inhabitants in the ecosystems. In the beta, for example, you could take a look at the place Kunafa, the village of the whistling wind.

On Reddit, a player is now showing that you can also become a danger to the village. In the peaceful atmosphere of the village, he uses a barrel bomb to destroy a house. This is particularly mean since you are supposed to be the savior and protector of the village.

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Players speculate what this possibility means later in the game

How does he do it? In a clip on Reddit, the user DasVanderer shows how he destroyed a house in the village of Kunafa. He holds a barrel bomb in his hand and throws it into the house. Shortly after, the barrel explodes and the house falls apart into many small pieces with accompanying sound.

It is also quite well-animated. He writes as a title: Please do not terrorize the villagers in the full game. You can see the clip here:

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How does the community react? In the comments, users are sarcastically amused about this possibility and wonder what it means:

  • SpiritSong (via Reddit) wants to take on the role of a popular monster: No Bazelgeuse in the Forbidden Lands? Then I guess I’ll be the Bazelgeuse.
  • Matttheboywonder (via Reddit) already has a theory for the rest of the game: What? The houses can break? That’s so cool! It makes me think that we will eventually have one or two hunts that take place within the village.
  • Raki_Drakon (via Reddit) is already worried about the villagers: Oh man, I don’t like that the houses are destructible. I hope nothing bad happens to the village, except for the Doshaguma attack that was shown in one of the trailers.

Many users in the comments also use this possibility to make fun of the absurd story in the Monster Hunter world. Classic sayings like Man is the true monster are mentioned frequently.

Monster Hunter Wilds is probably the most detailed part of the series, offering many hidden Easter eggs outside of the hunts when you take the time to look properly. Some details can even help you in gameplay: In Monster Hunter Wilds, your prey can even provide you with items after some time if you are patient

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The documentary about YouTube Germany pleases many, but not everyone, receives harsh criticism

From the milieu of YouTuber Felix von der Laden emerged a four-part documentary about the history of German YouTube. Actually, the series is well received because it caters to a sense of nostalgia for those who are around 30 today. The first episode on Gronkh’s channel reached over 1.3 million views. But one person who could actually be a star of this doc doesn’t think much of it.

What kind of doc is this? It is a 4-part docu-series by Paul Sydow, who worked for YouTuber Felix von der Laden in 2017.

The doc is being released on 4 different channels. The first episode Everything to the Beginning premiered on February 9 on Gronkh’s channel and has now reached 1.3 million views.

The doc follows a relaxed format: passages from that time are shown, and protagonists reflect on their past behavior and circumstances from today’s perspective. This is a classic documentary retrospective format, as one knows it from linear television.

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„Stop giving me money against my will“ – This is how confused Gronkh was by his first donation on Twitch

Many people in their 30s are having a total nostalgia flash

This is the general criticism of the doc: The doc is well received by many fans because it is a total nostalgia flash, especially for people around 30 years old. Many grew up with Gronkh’s Let’s Plays when they were still in school. This can be clearly seen in the comments under the videos.

The creators, who were still very young at the time, were celebrated like pop stars by their peers. In the comments, many long for that time and say: We didn’t even know we were having the best time back then.

While the first episode focused on YouTube pioneers in the 2000s like Gronkh, Dner, or ColdMirror, who came from a “do-it-yourself” hobby corner and first had to build structures, the second episode is already set during the “hype era” of the 2010s, when the first YouTubers professionalized and the first real money flowed, as pioneers like Christoph Krachten (‘Mediakraft’) recognized that money could be made there.

However, not everything is celebrated by fans, and there is already criticism that it seems only a certain bubble, i.e., a part of the diverse German YouTube, is being considered. Some conflicts, such as the one involving Mediakraft, are omitted, or the significant influence that the USA has on YouTube Germany is downplayed. However, in many comments, it is also said that the doc simply transports the viewers back into their own youth and excites them.

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Gronkh is the central figure in the first episode of the doc.

The more critical perspective on the doc, represented by film critic David Hain (via YouTube), is approximately: It is all well made and has strong images and sound effects, skillfully playing with the emotions. But the doc seems very jumpy, only hinting at conflict without elaborating on it.

This is less a doc to inform but rather wants to take people who already know everything and were there on a nostalgia trip.

YouTuber Vik harshly criticizes the doc

Who has a personal problem with the doc? A central figure in German YouTube at the time when the second episode takes place is Vik, who was then known as iBlali.

He criticized on the platform X on February 17 that he only appears for 1 second in the doc and that too in direct connection with Lord Abbadon, from whom he has publicly distanced himself for 12 years. They could have just left him out.

Lord Abbadon was a YouTuber accused of luring underage girls into online groups and getting them to send him lewd pictures. This is known as grooming.

This further annoys Vik: In addition, in the second episode, “a certain person is felt to be shown 100 times and highlighted very positively,” whom should not have been given a platform.

He finds this hurtful.

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Whom does he mean? Vik apparently means YouTuber Simon Unge. He appears in the video only in a minor role, and the doc seems to purposely want to only skim over him, even though he was closely connected to Felix von der Laden, the main figure of the second episode, at that time.

However, they even go into Unge’s longboard tour in 2014 and present him as one of the major innovators in the scene. However, he is not one of the people who reflect on that time from today’s perspective.

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Central figure of the doc was involved in a scandal in 2024

Why does it annoy Vik so much? Unge was involved in a scandal in 2024, which ended with him withdrawing from Twitch and YouTube.

Vik accused Unge in May 2024 of making his life in the influencer paradise Madeira a personal hell. The publicly jovial and relaxed Unge was said to be a sly bastard privately, who considered Madeira as “his island”. Unge allegedly ensured that Vik only faced rejection everywhere on the island.

Here’s what it’s about: The doc is quite elaborate, the scandal involving Unge occurred in May 2024 – it is quite possible that the segments showing Unge were created during a time when Unge was unproblematic.

Or it could be that the videos were already finished a long time ago and were just withheld until the excitement about Unge had subsided.

Vik’s anger is understandable because it hits him three times here:

  • First, it is, of course, a factor that the doc then quite arbitrarily decides who is important enough to be included in the doc and who is not. And Vik probably lands in the “not”
  • Then the only scene they show with him is also completely off
  • And then the whole complex surrounding Unge is left out

But for many others, the doc seems to work just as it should: a trip back into their own youth.

More about the conflict of Simon Unge and about the island of Madeira can be read here: YouTuber reports how life in the influencer paradise became his personal hell

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Twitch makes a change that only affects 0.5% of streamers – But they are really angry

The streaming platform Twitch wants to discontinue a little-used feature. For this, they are facing significant backlash.

What is this change about? Twitch announced on February 19, 2025, that it will introduce a storage limit of 100 hours for highlights and uploads. Unlike clips, which usually show short, out-of-context situations, highlights are somewhat longer stream excerpts for special moments.

  • According to Twitch, the storage costs saved can be invested in tools that work better to increase viewer engagement
  • Highlights would hardly help streamers get discovered and made up only 0.1% of the hours watched on Twitch
  • Only 0.5% of streamers would currently exceed the limit

Streamers now have until April 19, 2025, to declutter their highlights and uploads – after that, Twitch will start deleting content itself. The streaming platform provides filters to help users find the content they want to keep (via X).

While the change may only affect a tiny percentage of streamers, they seem to be increasingly angry about it and are causing “Twitch” to trend on X with over 160,000 posts.

Speedrunners appear to be particularly affected by the planned change.

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Speedrunners seem particularly affected by the change

What makes people so angry? For some content creators, highlights were apparently a way to preserve their time on the streaming platform. They see more than a decade of gaming history threatened with deletion.

  • Shayy, who has 329,000 subscribers on YouTube, believes that Twitch would “completely decimate” years of speedrunning history. Due to the longer format, highlights are likely well-suited for speedrunners, allowing them to document entire runs (via X).
  • The GTA speedrunner English Ben calls it an “absolute disgrace.” If only 0.5% of streamers would exceed the limit, it can’t be that important to make such a drastic change (via X).
  • The streamer Koefficient apparently belongs to the 0.5%. He has highlights from 10 years and would archive his streaming marathons there – now he can’t create new highlights for his playthroughs (via X).
  • The speedrunner SHiFT (shown in the cover image via YouTube) points out that there are inactive or even deceased members of the speedrunning community who could not simply download and export their content. Countless games and their history would thus be erased (via X).

What can streamers do? Many Twitch streamers already operate one or more YouTube channels where they upload highlights or even entire VoDs of their streams. Those without such a channel are encouraged to create one quickly to preserve their special memories.

This kind of content re-utilization has already proven to be a kind of money cheat for content creators in recent years.

The planned measure is likely part of Twitch’s years-long struggle to save costs and finally become profitable. While the streaming platform explicitly emphasizes that clips and VoDs are not affected, there has long been a limit for stream recordings in South Korea, until Twitch completely shut down the service there. This presented streamers there with a difficult choice:
“I lost my job” – Twitch streamer is faced with the decision to leave the country for her career

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List of all new skins and outfits from Fortnite 2025 – How to get them

In Fortnite there is a gigantic collection full of skins that you can acquire either through Battle Passes, promotional actions, or in the shop. Therefore, we show you all the skins from 2025 in the list and explain how to obtain them.

How is the list structured? In our collection, we list all the skins that were released in 2025 throughout the year.

We sort them by rarity, release period, and when possible also by price – depending on whether they are sold or can be obtained through a promotional action. If you want to see older skins in the overview, feel free to check out our gigantic skin collection that lists all skins up to 2023.

All Skins from 2025, Sorted by Release

AppearanceNameRarity & ReleasePrice
Fortnite-Durrr-TaishoDurrr TaishoCrew Series
January 1, 2025
Crew Pack: €11.99
Fortnite-Gilded-SkullyGilded SkullyEpic
January 1, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Alexandra-SharpAlexandra SharpeEpic
January 2, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Snow-OpalSnow OpalEpic
January 3, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Alistair-ChewsAlistair ChewsEpic
January 6, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Snowy-OpsSnowy OpsEpic
January 7, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Icy-Holly-StrikerIcy Holly StrikerEpic
January 8, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-SleetskullSleetskullEpic
January 12, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Color-Splash-JellieColor Splash JellieEpic
January 13, 2025
Promotional Action: Redeem a V-Bucks Card
Fortnite-Neko-Hatsune-MikuNeko Hatsune MikuIcon Series
January 14, 2025
Part of the Music Pass
Fortnite-Hatsune-MikuHatsune MikuIcon Series
January 14, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-TormentTormentEpic
January 15, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Green-JadeGreen JadeEpic
January 16, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-MechagodzillaMechagodzillaEpic
January 17, 2025
Shop: 1,800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-KongKongEpic
January 17, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-NemiaNemiaEpic
January 18, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-HajimeHajimeEpic
January 19, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Spirit-Tamer-HarmonieSpirit Tamer HarmonieEpic
January 20, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Froststorm-BomberFroststorm BomberEpic
January 24, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Reno-IchikawaReno IchikawaEpic
January 25, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Kafka-HibinoKafka HibinoEpic
January 25, 2025
Shop: 3,800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Kikoru-ShinomiyaKikoru ShinomiyaEpic
January 25, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-SergeSergeEpic
January 26, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Gala-GlimmerGala GlimmerEpic
January 27, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Sparkle-DivaSparkle DivaEpic
January 31, 2025
Part of the OG Pass from Season 2
Fortnite-Cuddle-Team-SpecialistCuddle Team SpecialistEpic
January 31, 2025
Part of the OG Pass from Season 2
Fortnite-Knight-ConquerorKnight ConquerorEpic
January 31, 2025
Part of the OG Pass from Season 2
Fortnite-Serpentbreaker-CharlotteSerpentbreaker CharlotteEpic
January 31, 2025
Part of the “Serpentbreaker” bundle for 1,600 V-Bucks
Fortnite-SimoneSimoneEpic
February 1, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Haruka-of-the-MasksHaruka of the MaskEpic
February 1, 2025
Crew Pack: €11.99
Fortnite-Takumi-Of-The-TidesTakumi of the TidesEpic
February 2, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-FlightalisFlightalisEpic
February 3, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-JainaJainaEpic
February 3, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Aces-Wild-CardAces Wild CardEpic
February 5, 2025
Shop: 1,000 V-Bucks
Fortnite-KorazuKozaruEpic
February 6, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-MahitoMahitoEpic
February 8, 2025
Shop: 1,800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-FushiguroToji FushiguroEpic
February 8, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Ryomen-SukunaRyomen SukunaEpic
February 8, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-CorvidaCorvidaEpic
February 9, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-KarasuKarasuEpic
February 9, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Field-Agent-KyraField Agent KyraEpic
February 12, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-AkariAkariEpic
February 13, 2025
Shop: 1,000 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Iron-ManIron ManMarvel Series
February 14, 2025
Shop: 2,000 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Heartbreaker-ShadowHeartbreaker ShadowEpic
February 14, 2025
Shop: 1,200 V-Bucks
Fortnite-NeytiriNeytiriEpic
February 15, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Jake-SullyJake SullyEpic
February 15, 2025
Shop: 1,500 V-Bucks
Fortnite-Boss-KojiBoss KōjiEpic
February 16, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks
Fortnite-ControlControlEpic
February 18, 2025
Shop: 800 V-Bucks

These were all known skins that currently exist in Fortnite. Many more are still hidden in the data and are being withheld by Epic Games. Should they come to light, we will adjust the list. You can find more about Fortnite here: A player creates the ultimate tier list for Fortnite with all 2,020 skins – “Respect, but why?”

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The Avengers existed in the Marvel Universe over 1 million years ago, but they are very different

The Avengers are arguably the most well-known superhero team from the Marvel Universe, alongside the X-Men. After all, they have also had several movies. However, the Avengers existed 1 million years ago in the history of the Marvel Universe, and one character you even know from the MCU.

Which Avengers are we talking about? In the Marvel Universe, the Avengers are not a fixed group with specific members. Throughout the comics, movies, and games, members regularly change. This sometimes depends on the time period of the story.

But the Avengers have existed in the Marvel Universe for 1 million years and resemble some characters or ideas you might know from various films. Even in prehistoric times, the Avengers fought against powerful threats. However, it must be said that not everything in the story is historically accurate.

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German trailer for Avengers 3: Infinity War

Other people, same task

Why were the Avengers founded back then? The Avengers 1,000,000 BC first appeared in the comic Marvel Legacy No. 1 in 2017. In 2022, they also received their own series. Over 1,000,000 years in the past, Firehair was born as the first known mutant. She became the avatar of the Phoenix Force, an entity that was relevant in many X-Men films.

She noticed her destructive power and wanted to form a team to protect humanity. For this, she assembled the first version of the Avengers from the following members:

  • Odin Borson: Allfather of Asgard and father of Thor. This is also the Odin known later in the 616 universe and from the films.
  • Agamotto: The first Sorcerer Supreme, a role in the world later taken over by Dr. Strange. The mystical necklace of Dr. Strange is called the Eye of Agamotto.
  • Black Panther (Mosi): Is the first Black Panther of a prehistoric tribe in Wakanda. At that time, a meteorite with vibranium landed in Wakanda, which is why Mosi also possesses claws made of vibranium.
  • Iron Fist (Fan Fei): Fan Fei is the first version of the Iron Fist who learned martial arts. When she kills a dragon out of revenge, she gains mystical powers and Ki control.
  • Starbrand (Vnn): Starbrand is a defense system of the first creatures from the universe and is a power granted to a person or creature during essential events. On Earth, it was first granted to a dinosaur during a meteor impact, and later to Vnn. Vnn is a Neanderthal who can only communicate with grunts.
  • Ghost Rider: Even 1,000,000 years ago, a human received the spirit of vengeance and became the Ghost Rider. Instead of a cool motorcycle, he rides a flaming mammoth.
  • Later, the first Moon Knight also joined, who was initially an enemy of the first Avenger. He is a caveman who worshiped the god Konshu and thus became the Moon Knight.

As one would expect from the great stories of Marvel, the first Avengers also fought alongside the modern variants. The biggest enemy in this was probably Mephisto. Over time, they also battled various time travelers such as Dr. Doom and Thanos.

Will we ever see them on the big screen? As a major film, it seems quite unlikely since they want to further establish the well-known heroes. However, as cameos in a big multiverse story, anything is possible.

One could also reasonably imagine seeing this version of the Avengers in a series or short episode in formats like What if?. But these are all just possibilities. There is no official announcement for such a project. Not all Avengers are as heroic as one might think: 7 members of the Avengers that we probably will never see in Marvel’s films

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Valve grants its LoL competitor a huge update on Steam after a player threatened penguins

The updates for DotA 2 are anything but reliable when it comes to release times. After a long wait, a player became impatient and began to threaten a penguin in the game. Valve released one of the biggest updates for DotA 2 a few days later.

What’s with the penguins? In 2018, a picture of the hero Bounty Hunter was posted on Reddit, where he threatened a penguin. The request was simple: Valve should please release the new update as soon as possible, or worse things would happen to the penguin. 

Eight years later, the same threat resurfaced. The demands are the same. Valve is finally supposed to release patch 7.38 after 6 months of waiting.

Six days after the Reddit post, Valve finally unleashed their massive update “Wandering Waters” on the DotA 2 players.

The penguin meme from the DotA 2 subreddit

How does the community react to the threat? Many DotA 2 players remember the meme from 2018. Some interesting comments were made:

  • “Finally, the penguin threat,” writes TKJasper (via reddit.com)
  • “Oh damn, it’s getting serious,” writes ZhicoLoL (via reddit.com)

Another user (via reddit.com) had a brilliant idea for Valve. They should release a penguin hero and have him defeat the hero Bounty Hunter in a cinematic. A just punishment for threatening the penguins.

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The official trailer for DotA 2 by Valve on Steam

This is the biggest update in a long time

What is the biggest change in the update? The biggest change is the map of DotA 2. The river in the middle has expanded into the jungle and beyond the lanes. If you run in the same direction as the flow, you get a movement boost.

The terrain has also been slightly changed. Some additional buildings have been moved and offer some new functions.

With patch 7.38, the boss Roshan is back in the river and moves from one pit to another at certain times in the game. While the river has expanded, new neutral enemies have appeared on the map. The new frog creatures evolve during the game from a simple tadpole to the ancient swamp mage.

The new map of the update “Wandering Waters”

Are there changes to the items? A new mechanic has been introduced regarding the neutral items dropped by jungle monsters. You can now craft and enchant the items with a currency you get from completely defeated jungle camps. These enchantments provide various bonuses to further customize your playstyle.

Most regular items have received updates or a rework, and some new items have been added.

What else is new? Currently, there are 126 different heroes. Each of them has received buffs or nerfs in patch 7.38. Many of the initial selectable aspects to customize your hero’s playstyle have also been changed. 

While things are very quiet regarding DotA 2, Riot is making one misstep after another. After the removal of free Hextech chests, a long-awaited skin has now been hidden behind a paywall: Players have been waiting for years for a skin in LoL – Now it’s here, but it comes with a huge price tag

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Throne and Liberty loses 90% of players in 4 months, aims to shine with light solo content in the new expansion

With the new expansion Wilderness of Talandre, the developers of Throne and Liberty aim to bring new momentum to the MMORPG. Specifically, content for solo players and PvP is the focus.

How is Throne and Liberty doing? Throne and Liberty has lost a large majority of its players more than four months after its release. The MMORPG can only attract about 35,000 – 40,000 players at peak times. At launch, there were still over 335,000 (via SteamDB).

The ratings of the MMORPG on Steam also paint a negative picture. While only 68% of players liked the MMORPG from the beginning, this number decreased to 61% in recent reviews.

One example: User Zoe, with over 1,000 hours of gameplay, writes in a review on Steam about the fear of missing out if one does not play every day, an addictive design, and that the MMORPG has eventually turned into a second job. Almost 200 players find the review helpful.

With the new expansion “Wilderness of Talandre,” the developers want to revive the MMORPG and attract both new and returning players. To achieve this, they have devised two new main features that they are now presenting.

Throne and Liberty has already lost most players in the first two months:

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Throne and Liberty loses more than 70 percent of players on Steam in 2 months

What kind of content is that? In a new video on the YouTube channel of Throne and Liberty, the developers talked about the upcoming expansion “Wilderness of Talandre.” Publishing Partner Producer “godspeed” has already introduced the two most important features.

The new expansion will introduce 4 solo player dungeons into the MMORPG. They are primarily aimed at solo players and those who have little experience with the genre. These dungeons are meant to serve as a kind of practice to prepare players for more difficult challenges.

To ensure that players can master the challenge alone, there will be various buffs in the dungeons that players can collect to succeed as a healer, DD, or tank on their own.

What else was presented? The second pillar of content revolves around PvP, which plays an important role in Throne and Liberty. In addition to castle sieges, there are currently PvP activities in the game almost every hour that can reward players or fall into others’ hands if one does not participate.

This will also remain an important aspect of Throne and Liberty in the new expansion. The regular player base can look forward to the “Nebula Island” in the new expansion. A cross-server PvP area for level 55, consisting of 5 zones. While one zone is always at peace, PvP is enabled everywhere else.

The zones offer different events, open-world bosses, and other activities that grant a new currency called “Nebula Stones.” This currency can be exchanged for items and also provides access to the new accessory system, which will be explained in detail at a later time.

Otherwise, players can expect a new battle pass with new emotes, cosmetic items, and a new weapon set, as well as balance and system changes for the MMORPG.

Whether Throne and Liberty can reclaim a part of its player base with solo dungeon content aimed more at beginners and returners, along with new content that requires a lot of PvP, is questionable. The developers seem not to be directly addressing the core problems identified by players: Players cite two reasons why Amazon Games’ new MMORPG is much worse than it could be

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We now know what and whom German viewers really watch on LoL on Twitch

The MOBA League of Legends is currently dominating the streaming platform Twitch. MeinMMO has exclusive figures on which league and which players in LoL are most watched by German viewers. The German fan of LoL either watches German-speaking players or the absolute world stars.

This is the situation: League of Legends is experiencing a resurgence on Twitch at the beginning of 2025 because Riot Games has changed the rules so that streamers can now participate in the regional leagues and form their own teams there. Before 2025, this was practically impossible. Now, many former elite players have turned to streaming, and viewers are captivated by how they play, train, and interact with each other.

The tremendous success of LoL on Twitch is reflected in the statistics:

The Englishman Caedrel is the biggest Twitch streamer in the world in February 2025. He is the coach of the streamer team Los Ratones, which has single-handedly turned a previously insignificant regional league, the NLC, into the center of the LoL universe.

In January 2025, League of Legends was the most-watched game on Twitch, ahead of GTA 5 and Marvel Rivals.

In Germany, NoWay4U (+50% viewer hours compared to the previous month), who even plays in the NLC, and Tolkin (+131%), the main caster, are benefiting significantly from the LoL boom in January 2025.

We at MeinMMO have now received exclusive data on the viewing behavior of German viewers from the analysis platform Esports Charts.

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Germans prefer to watch the stars in South Korea

Which league are German viewers watching? A statistic shows which league had the most German viewers at its peak:

Here, the Koreans are clearly ahead. During a stream by Tolkin about the LCK Cup on January 22, a peak of 91,033 viewers tuned in.

The star of the LCK is currently mid-laner Showmaker, who dominates the Cup with his team Dplus KIA. Showmaker, the world champion from 2020, has brought back the support genius BeryL in 2025 and is starting a strong run.

The German streamer Tolkin broadcasts the US stream of the Korean league, commenting in German:

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In second place is the local Prime League with 32,601 viewers. The peak was reached during a game by Eintracht Spandau featuring the influencer HandOFBlood.

Next is the NLC, where 26,936 Germans tuned in at peak. This was exactly during the match where NORD faced off against Los Ratones.

The European professional league LEC is in fourth place with 25,226 viewers. Interestingly, most Germans are not watching top games from G2, but are following the German team SK, which is at the bottom of the table.

In fifth place is the Chinese league LP – but significantly trailing, with 9,982 viewers.

It is notable that the top-tier Chinese league, at least in January 2025, plays a subordinate role and that the newly formed US league LTA has no role at all. There also seems to be little interest in the strong European leagues in France and Spain.

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German fans do not want to see the best German players, but rather Hänno’s team

Which were the most-watched games with German participation?

In a second statistic concerning the most-watched matches with German participation, it shows that Eintracht Spandau is leading: The matches of the Berlin team reached the most viewers. Even more than the hyped opening match of NORD against Los Ratones, where NoWay was the only German representative.

Eintracht Spandau is continuously praised for their great PR work with videos or on social media.

Surprisingly, SK appears in this statistic in fourth place, being at the very bottom of the LEC hierarchy but is the only German team in the league and has two German players on the team.

One would rather expect a game from G2 to be among them: Here, Broken Blade, the currently strongest German player on the top lane, is playing. Also, Fnatic has a true star in Upset.

Yet both do not appear in the statistics.

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Twitch streamer Tolkin plays a crucial role in the German market

An expert says: Viktor Proniakin is the Product Manager at Esports Charts. He emphasizes the role of the German co-streamer Tolkin:

The data reveal several important trends in the German-speaking esports audience. […] The co-stream of the LCK Cup by Tolkin stands out, which recorded a massive peak of 91,033 German-speaking viewers. This peak underscores the growing influence of streamers on viewer numbers in esports, especially when they bring their own fanbase to international tournaments.

Especially local leagues like Prime League and NLC continue to dominate German esports consumption, with Prime League at the forefront. These numbers reflect the strong regional loyalty of the audience, but they also underscore the increasing trend toward crossover between streamers and traditional esports events. The difference between global esports tournaments like LEC and LPL compared to regional events shows that viewers prefer content that aligns with their local teams and personalities, providing a clear roadmap for future esports content strategies.

Germans watch either world-class players like Showmaker or their favorite streamer in LoL

What’s behind it. On one hand, Riot Games’ strategy of utilizing local streamers and well-known influencers to push esports seems to be working. Leagues like NLC or even Prime League are suddenly more exciting than professional leagues.

On the other hand, “the very best LoL with the biggest superstars” in the LCK is still three times stronger than anything in the regional market. Especially when what is happening there is explained by a German streamer.

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Tolkin.

The clear losers are the leagues “in the middle,” such as the professional leagues LEC, LTA, or LPL. They no longer hold the allure for German fans. The rise of Prime League or NLC comes at their expense.

This aligns with the general sentiment that there is just “too much LoL” being shown and that as a fan, one must choose some competitions if they don’t want to spend 80 hours a week hanging out on Twitch.

People will likely watch Eintracht Spandau, the LCK, and maybe even Nord if NoWay has an exciting game – but then also track what the Chinese are doing or what Broken Blade is up to; that’s too much. They will only be seen again when they appear at MSI or Worlds.

This also has tradition: In the West, viewers traditionally closely follow the South Korean league, while they only engage with the LPL when an international tournament is at hand.

The trend seems to suggest that the German viewer watches two types of LoL esports:

  • Either I know the people because they are from my country and I like them
  • Or I watch what Faker and Showmaker are doing because they are the biggest and I can still learn something from them

Everything in between is not as interesting for the German viewers.

In football, that would be a fan who either goes to the local sports field or checks out what Cristiano Ronaldo is doing.

In addition to Tolkin and HandOfBlood, Twitch streamer NoWay holds a prominent position in German LoL. He has set ambitious goals for 2025: Twitch streamer wants to compete against the big stars of LoL at age 32, conquer the world, and get fit

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Pokémon GO: All Events in February 2025 – All Dates and Bonuses in the List

February 2025 in Pokémon GO is approaching. We provide you with an overview of all events, raid bosses, and other dates.

In Pokémon GO, there are various events that you can take advantage of. These include the weekly raid and spotlight hours, as well as the relatively new Dyna-Monday.

Additionally, there are monthly events like Community Day, as well as special events such as raid days or themed events.

We give you the overview: Which raid bosses are active when? When is which event running? And what are the highlights? Check out the list below!

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Pokémon GO Events in January 2025 – Dates and Bonuses

Here you will find all dates and events in February 2025. Possible shiny Pokémon are marked with an asterisk*. For some events, only the (English) titles are known so far. As soon as more details about the dates are known, you will find corresponding links in the list.

DateEvent
February 1 – 6Mega Raids with Mega Meditalis*
February 1 – 65-Star Raids with Dialga*
Every Weekend from February 3 to March 2Crypto Raids with Regirock*
February 3Dyna-Monday with Lavados*
February 4Spotlight Hour with Kanivanha* and double evolution XP
February 5Raid Hour with Dialga*
February 5 – 8Small Yet Strong
February 6 – 17Mega Raids with Mega Despotar*
February 6 – 175-Star Raids with Cupidos
February 9Community Day (Pokémon yet unknown)
February 10Dyna-Monday with Raffel*
February 11Spotlight Hour with Libiskus* and double catch Stardust
February 11 – 15Beloved Buddies
February 12Raid Hour with Cupidos
February 15Raid Day (Pokémon yet unknown)
February 17Dyna-Monday with Dusselgurr*
February 17 – 245-Star Raids with Yveltal* & Xerneas*
February 17 – March 4Mega Raids with Mega Knakrack*
February 18Spotlight Hour with Iscalar* and double catch XP
February 18 – 20Scattered to the Winds
February 19Raid Hour with Yveltal* & Xerneas*
February 24Dyna-Monday with Flampion*
February 24 – March 1Way to Einall
February 25Spotlight Hour with Serpifeu*, Floink & Ottaro* and double catch candy
March 1 & 2Global GO Tour: Einall

Which events in February 2025 are worth it?

In the short month of February, there are indeed several dates and Pokémon that look interesting.

  • Cupidos returns as a regular 5-Star Boss. This could easily be missed last year, as it was only available in a very narrow window and then also as a top raid – on Valentine’s Day. This did not go well for many. If you want it, you can finally catch up now.
  • The Way to Einall will be an exciting event with many legendary Pokémon. In general, however, it leads to the actual highlight: The global GO Tour, which will be the first top date of the year as a major event in spring.
  • We will add more highlights as clearer information about the individual dates becomes available.

February is a shorter month, so March is not far away. And with that, the GO Tour is also approaching rapidly. There you’ll find strong Pokémon and can take advantage of some bonuses. If you need an overview: Here are all the details about the global Pokémon GO Tour: Einall.

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A provider sells an unsuspecting couple an HDMI cable for 80 euros: The son is astonished and demands compensation

A player complains about a seller: Because he sold his parents an overpriced HDMI cable. The problem is that not every HDMI cable is just a cable.

A player angrily reports on Reddit that his parents have bought a new TV. But the problem is not the TV, but the accessories: on the one hand an HDMI cable and on the other a power outlet with surge protection. Total cost: 300 US dollars for the outlet and 80 US dollars for the HDMI cable. He is particularly upset about the HDMI cable.

In another post on Reddit, he explained that his parents didn’t really care and were only somewhat concerned about the money. User s1lv_aCe explains in another post that he is not even concerned about the money: It’s all about the principle that the seller has swindled his ignorant parents and that such things simply cannot happen:

[…] I will return it myself if I can’t convince them… I explained it to them and they seem to understand that they have at least been cheated now, but they still don’t seem to care too much about getting their money back. It’s the principle that bothers me, not even the money.

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An HDMI cable is not just an HDMI cable

What is the problem with HDMI? The problem is that an HDMI cable is not just an HDMI cable. This is mainly due to the peculiarities and specifications. In particular, bandwidth plays an important role: The higher the bandwidth, the more data can be transported, and the better resolution you get (via eaton.com):

  • Category 1 without Ethernet: 1080i or 720p (4.95 GB/s)
  • Category 1 with Ethernet: 1080i or 720p, with dedicated Ethernet channel (4.95 GB/s)
  • Category 2 without Ethernet: 1080p or 4K @ 30 Hz (10.2 GB/s)
  • Category 2 with Ethernet: 1080p or 4K @ 30 Hz, with dedicated Ethernet channel (10.2 GB/s)
  • Category 3 (4K): 4K @ 60 Hz (18 GB/s)
  • Category 3 (8K): 8K @ 60 Hz or 4K @ 120 Hz (48 GB/s)

Additionally, there are often different standards hidden behind the bandwidth: At 4.95 GB/s you usually get HDMI 1.0, while the latest standard HDMI 2.1 is 48.0 GB/s. However, this standard also comes with some additional features: For example, you only get Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD with HDMI 1.4.

Does a good HDMI cable have to be expensive? No, it doesn’t have to be. When buying a new cable, pay attention to the specifications: If the cable supports HDMI 2.1 with 48 GB/s, you usually get the fastest and best cable, but there can also be differences in detail. Since 2020, there is as per Prad.de a certification requirement for all high-performance HDMI cables so that no nonsense can be sold to you.

On Amazon, you pay around 14 euros for a decent cable with a length of 2 meters, HDMI 2.1, and current standards. So, it doesn’t have to be 80 euros.

A player orders a costly monitor on sale. The device arrives heavily damaged, but the damage only becomes really visible after unpacking. The seller refuses to send him a replacement: Player buys a new monitor for 1,500 euros, but when it arrives, the model is completely demolished – The seller refuses to send him a replacement

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He built Amazon’s gaming division – now explains how they could lose to Steam, although they were much richer

Amazon tried for 15 years to defeat Steam. The former vice president of Prime Gaming now knows why they failed.

The cover image features Gabe Newell, the president of Valve, the company behind Steam.

Who is it about? The American Ethan Evans reports on the social network LinkedIn about Amazon’s fight against Valve and Steam. Evans was the vice president of Prime Gaming at Amazon, the gaming division of the company.

Overall, Evans worked for Amazon for over 15 years and claims to have built Prime Gaming alongside two colleagues (via LinkedIn).

There are various games on Steam, in addition to well-known AAA titles, you will also find interesting new releases from smaller studios:

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“Gamers already had the solution to their problems”

What does Evans say about the fight against Steam? Evans recounts on LinkedIn that Amazon tried to beat Steam for more than 15 years.

  • First, Amazon acquired a small game store, Reflexive Entertainment, and wanted to make it bigger.
  • Then, after acquiring Twitch, they founded their own game store and thought players would automatically use it because they use Twitch.
  • Lastly, Amazon introduced “Luna,” a streaming service for games to enable gaming without a high-end PC.

But despite being “at least 250 times larger” and trying everything, Evans explains that Goliath ultimately lost the fight against David.

The mistake was underestimating why gamers used Steam. Steam is not just a store, but also a social network, a library, and with Achievements, it also serves as a trophy cabinet. He says, “Gamers already had the solution to their problems” and they will not switch platforms just because a new one exists.

Amazon needed to offer something significantly better to persuade players to switch platforms, but failed to do so. Evans realized, “Just because you are big enough to create something doesn’t mean people will use it.”

Evans reflects that Amazon should have understood the customers, namely the gamers, before taking major steps.

What makes Steam so special for gamers? In recent years, many stores and launchers have tried to compete with Steam, but the platform remains the undisputed king. Players all have different reasons for staying with Steam, but as Evans recognized, the platform’s diversity plays a major role.

Steam offers a huge selection of games and allows gamers to simply scroll through the various categories of the store in search of new games and discover new titles – titles that are often not available on other launchers. Of course, as a PC gamer, you are also connected with your friends on Steam and see what games they are playing or wish for. And with Achievements, Steam provides an additional rewarding incentive for trophy hunters and gamers who want to complete all games.

Even for MeinMMO editor Benedikt Schlotmann, Steam is, despite various criticisms, the spearhead of gaming platforms. He has evaluated the various launchers and stores and ranked them: Steam, Epic, and Co ranked: Which gaming platform is the best in 2024?

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A glitch ruined the most dramatic scene in gaming

One of the best games of its time was released with a small glitch. The dramatic climax of the story became a laughing stock.

Glitches and bugs are mostly either annoying or funny. Small game errors can unexpectedly – and unwittingly – lighten a serious scene, but they can also completely derail the dramatic climax of a game.

This happened to a game that is still highly praised for its story. In the grand finale, Heavy Rain had a bug that could turn a concerned father into an annoying screamer.

There are often absurd bugs in MMORPGs as well – like in WoW:

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What kind of game is Heavy Rain? Heavy Rain was a really good game for its time. It was released in February 2010 exclusively for the PlayStation 3, but was later also released on PC on Steam. The graphics were sharp for that time, the story was captivating, and due to many different choices, the game had a high replay value. The game was more of an interactive movie with many twists. The story, dialogues, and decisions were clearly in focus.

Basically, the story can be summarized quickly:

The family man Ethan Mars lives a good life as an architect, together with his wife Grace and his two children Jason and Shaun. When Jason is fatally injured in a car accident, that is just the first of two strokes of fate. Shortly thereafter, his second son Shaun is kidnapped – by a serial killer who has already taken several children.

Ethan then has to complete several “trials” for the kidnapper to earn the right to see his son again.

The game frequently switches perspectives. Sometimes you are Ethan Mars, sometimes a reporter, sometimes an FBI agent, and sometimes a private detective, all of whom want to solve the mystery behind the kidnapper.

It is a game with many emotions and a very dramatic climax that can unfold in many different ways – depending on prior decisions made. A powerful story that captivates.

We have introduced other RPGs with strong stories here.

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In search of his son, Ethan Mars must pass many trials.

Press X for SHAUN!

What kind of glitch is that? In several scenes within the game, you have the opportunity to call out for someone by pressing the X button – mostly for the son Shaun. This was meant to add extra drama to scenes by having you, as a panicked and concerned father, call out for your son.

Basically a small, good feature that contributes greatly to the atmosphere.

The problem is that this very feature could trigger a bug in the grand finale of the game. Because actually, the “Press X to call Shaun” function should have been disabled as soon as a cutscene begins and the characters start to converse.

But particularly in the finale, it often happened that this did not occur. It is the moment when you can find Ethan’s son, when the killer is revealed, and where it is decided which characters survive and which die. Dramatic, gripping. And unfortunately often bugged.

You could continuously call out for Shaun by pressing the X button. This made the scene not only very silly but also overwrote all other lines that Ethan was supposed to say. The glorious outcome of how the finale plays out with this glitch can be seen here:

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Whether Ethan is being shot, pulling his son out of the water, or begging the killer for mercy – every dialogue can instantly be overwritten by a “SHAUN!” in three different vocal tones.

Heavy Rain is just one of many examples where a small, annoying glitch suddenly turns a dramatic and thrilling sequence into a silly comedy sketch. On one hand, it is very unfortunate when the dramatic climax of a fantastic game is completely ruined by such a glitch – on the other hand, it has created a memory that remains in the minds of many Heavy Rain fans even today.

Do you remember any other games where the grand finale was unexpectedly affected by a bug or glitch? What game errors have stuck in your mind and changed a gaming experience for you forever?
We also praised the successor Detroit: Become Human back then – it’s still a good game today.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is about to be released: Here’s what you should know before buying

It won’t be long until the release of Monster Hunter Wilds, and the closer it gets, the more attention the game receives. By now, players are probably wondering whether a purchase is worthwhile and what this hunting game is really about – we’re here to advise you and explain without complicated descriptions what you should know.

The most important information summarized:

  • Name: Monster Hunter Wilds
  • Price: Between €69.99 and €109.99 (depending on edition)
  • Genre: ARPG
  • Release: February 27, 2025
  • Developer: CAPCOM
  • What is the goal of the game? Create a hunter, hunt monsters, and become stronger.
  • Is there crossplay? Yes.

However, Monster Hunter Wilds offers much more, and if you have read this far and want to learn more, then keep scrolling. We will briefly explain what to expect in the game and for whom the game is worthwhile.

With our directory, you can quickly jump to the individual points:

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What does Monster Hunter Wilds offer?

Capcom’s game first allows you to model your hunter. This can range from an Adonis to a hideous figure that even terrifies monsters. There are no limits to your imagination in the character creator.

Then you follow the story and first get to know what it means to be a hunter. You learn about the 14 different weapons, how to track monsters, and then eliminate them using traps, other monsters, or your environment – just like a real hunter.

Monster Hunter Wilds offers exciting battles

The story is an important part of introducing you to the life of hunters, but it is not the core of the game – that is the hunts and upgrading your equipment. If you defeat monsters, you can carve them up and then forge their resources into new weapons and armor at the forge.

You set the actual goal of the game yourself. You can complete your monster catalog, try to obtain the best equipment, dress your hunter stylishly and combine the best fashionable armors or even perform speedruns and attempt to defeat monsters in record time.

The highlight of the game: The monsters and the hunt

As for the highlight, it is clearly the monsters and their hunts, and for good reason. No hunt is like another, and every monster comes with new dangers that you must consider as a hunter.

Not every tactic works on every monster. Often you have to improvise and catch the right moment to attack the beasts. This thrill combined with the exciting battles leads to glorious moments when you come out victorious. At one moment you’re fighting a lava monkey, the next a tar-spitting worm.

Additionally, the hunt is not a quick endeavor, as it can take 30 minutes or more and require everything from you, depending on which monster you challenge. If you play as a team with your friends and comrades, the hunt becomes even more fun. In a team, you can explore the wildest tactics.

Who should consider getting the game?

The game is particularly worthwhile for players who are looking for a challenge, enjoy grinding, or like to take their time while gaming. Monster Hunter Wilds provides almost every type of player with the chance to become immersed in the world of monsters.

The approach to the hunts can be individually adjusted at any time according to your wishes – thus, maximum gaming fun is almost guaranteed. Additionally, co-op is not mandatory. Through helper hunters (NPCs), you can also successfully carry out your hunts solo.

However, you should not get the game if you are looking for an alternative to Dark Souls or Elden Ring. Many battles can be prolonged depending on your approach and may take up to 50 minutes. Also, there are no life indicators for the monsters, so you have to beat on them wildly until they are eventually defeated – which can be particularly confusing for Souls players. You should therefore know the following conclusion:

Pros
  • Offers a huge world to explore
  • Each monster is unique and requires a specific tactic
  • Can be played excellently in co-op thanks to crossplay
  • Story is simple and not crucial for understanding
  • Features a satisfying reward system
  • Fashion is not neglected
  • Also well playable solo
Cons
  • Battles can be lengthy
  • Beginners may feel overwhelmed by the many possibilities and tactics
  • Story offers no special depth

This was our little review of whether you should get Monster Hunter Wilds or not. We hope we could give you a better overview of the game to help ease your purchasing decision. If you want to see more about the release, here is our extensive overview of the most important dates: Monster Hunter Wilds: Release, Crossplay & Preorder Bonuses – Everything about the new Monster Hunter

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The entertainer of German Twitch thought: When his wife gets her eyes done, it’s over

The Twitch streamer Jens “Knossi” Knossalla has been publicly in a relationship with the influencer Lia Mitrou since 2020. Five years later, he talks about his fear that his partner will leave him as soon as she can truly see him.

Which streamer is it about? Jens “Knossi” Knossalla is an entertainer through and through. With his entertaining and lively manner, he is extremely successful on Twitch. In June 2024, the streamer announced the engagement with his partner Lia Mitrou, whose appearances are often a highlight of his streams.

In a recent stream, Knossi once again shared insights into his relationship.

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Knossi thought: Once she sees him, she won’t want him anymore

What was the deal with the surgery? Knossi explains that his partner Lia entered into a relationship with him when she had limited vision. According to him, she wore such thick glasses that her eyes looked very small, “like a mole”.

When she finally wanted to correct her eyes with surgery, their expectations were different. Lia had been particularly looking forward to being able to perceive colors better and seeing overall more sharply, according to Knossi.

He, on the other hand, was sure: He would lose his wife once she could see him properly.

This is how it went down: As Knossi further narrates, Lia’s eyes were initially covered after the surgery. The night before the eye protection was to be removed, he didn’t sleep at all and woke up drenched in sweat.

The next morning, he already had two messages on WhatsApp from his partner. For him, it was clear: “She must have gone through the pictures, she must have checked who she is actually with.”

The moment of truth then came in the form of a video call. To his relief, Lia was not too startled when she saw her partner. Her verdict: He looks different, but good. He was very relieved about that. At their first in-person meeting, she summarized again: He looks different, but he still smells the same.

The streamer emphasizes: This is not a “funny story”, he had indeed been very worried that his partner might not find him attractive anymore. Fortunately, he still has money, he jokes.

For content creators, it is often a difficult decision to make a relationship public and show their partner on the internet. A female streamer had good reasons to announce her boyfriend: Popular German Twitch streamer explains why she made her relationship public

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The developers of Path of Exile 2 reveal when new content and classes will finally be available – But players have other concerns

In Path of Exile 2 many players have seen everything that the ARPG currently has to offer. Now the developers announce when new content and classes can be expected.

When will there be new content for Path of Exile 2? In an announcement on PathofExile.com, the developers have announced that they are still working on the new update 0.2.0. According to their statement, the update is expected to be released in about a month, so likely at the end of March 2025.

In the past, they have already confirmed that update 0.2.0 will be a big one, with many new features and significant changes (via PathofExile.com). There may even be new classes, as the developers are now hinting.

This is how bosses are created in Path of Exile 2:

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New Season and New Classes

Will new classes be available during Early Access? Yes, the developers have confirmed in their new post that new classes will be added during Early Access. Their announcement (via PathofExile.com) is actually about a speedrun tournament for PoE2, but in a side note about the tournament rewards, the developers confirm this. They write: “Future events will include other classes as soon as they are added to Early Access.”

New classes for Path of Exile 2 will be added during Early Access on Steam and consoles. While this news should actually please all players, the community is predominantly expressing critical voices.

What do the critics say? The community is very concerned about the release timeline of Path of Exile 2. For them, update 0.2.0 along with the new season comes too late, and now hearing that they are still working on it sets alarm bells ringing for gamers.

Originally, Early Access was only supposed to last 6-12 months and Path of Exile 2 was to be released as a full version by the end of the year at the latest. Players are critically viewing this:

  • Player nycplayboy78 writes on Reddit: “At this point, GGG is not really good at managing schedules/timeframes. They always need more time to do whatever…..”
  • linivx does not believe on Reddit anymore: “I will eat my socks if they don’t extend the early access period by 6-12 months!”
  • Also shot-the-pleb asks on Reddit: “Is the release of the full game in December still on schedule?” and receives from SquinkyEXE on Reddit the answer: “Good joke.”

So far, players’ concerns remain unconfirmed. The developers have not yet provided an update on adherence to the release timeline, leaving the community to speculate.

The long wait after the launch of Path of Exile 2 for new content seems like a bad sign for the community. There have been constant delays from Grinding Gear Games in the past, including shortly before the actual release: Path of Exile 2 is delayed so you don’t lose anything from the predecessor that you have purchased

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  1. pathofexile.com

Generation Z is the most educated generation in history: Unfortunately, it is also the most overqualified in the job market

Generation Z is pushing into the job market. According to statistics, a large proportion have a university degree. However, this is precisely what is becoming a downfall for some young people, as there are too many applicants for too few positions. In Germany, every 5th employee is overqualified.

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Many young people are currently pushing into the job market and some are already complaining about their peers. However, young people who have just graduated from university often share the same problem: they are extremely well-educated like hardly any other generation. And this is precisely what is becoming their downfall in the job market.

Many university graduates are desperately searching for a job that matches their qualifications

The English-speaking BBC has investigated how Generation Z behaves in the job market. And the results are surprising. Every year there are millions of new university graduates entering the job market looking for a job. However, many of them do not find a position in the field for which they studied. In the end, they work for a delivery service or as police assistants.

As an example, a young woman is mentioned who graduated in finance from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and ends up working as a masseuse in a sports clinic. And she is not the only one from her year: she says that many of her peers from Generation Z who accompanied her in her master’s studies “were looking for a job for the first time and very few found one.”

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In Germany, about every 5th employee is overqualified for their job

How bad is it in Europe? In Europe, the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat for short) regularly collects data from numerous EU countries. In a data analysis in 2024 Eurostat found that on average, every 5th employee is overqualified for their job.

Spain is the most affected country with over 30%, while Iceland is the least affected with around 10%. Germany has an average of around 20%.

For a long time, Generation Z was seen as the demographic group that particularly wanted to land office jobs and leadership positions in order to earn high salaries. Many young people saw a university degree as the best way to achieve that.

This is also reflected in the statistics: While the proportion of academics was still 7% in 1975, it has risen to 21% in 2021—significantly more than ever before in Germany. Other fields that are desperately searching for employees are also feeling the effects.

Generation Z is facing two major problems beyond criticism. On one hand, rents are becoming increasingly expensive, and on the other hand, people no longer want to take any job just to earn money. And this is especially not well-received by older generations, who refer to their own life paths: Generation Z is currently facing two major problems, one of which cannot be solved without help.

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For 5 Years They Played a Dead MMORPG Illegally – Then the Developers Gave Them the Official License

After the official servers of the MMORPG City of Heroes were shut down in 2012, many fans started their own private servers to continue playing the game. After five years full of updates and events, the official developers finally approached the operators in 2024.

Note: This article was updated on February 20, 2025, to provide a more accurate representation of events and to avoid misunderstandings regarding the timing of occurrences.

Why was City of Heroes shut down? The MMORPG City of Heroes was released in 2004 and allowed players to defend a city from villains as superheroes. The game was particularly appreciated for its extensive character editor, vibrant game world, and the opportunity to step into the role of a superhero. It is considered one of the best MMORPGs on Metacritic.

Despite its popularity, the game was shut down in December 2012. The operator NCSoft justified this with declining revenues, making the continued operation of the servers no longer profitable. Additionally, three other MMORPGs from the company were already on the horizon.

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5 years illegal, now completely legal

How did fans react to the shutdown? Over the years, fans started various private servers – without permission from NCSoft. They operated these in a legal grey area for a long time. They even created new content and patches, thus independently advancing development.

However, since they were operating without permission, the rights holders at NCSoft had the opportunity to sue the operators of the private servers at any time, thereby enforcing a shutdown. After years of uncertainty, NCSoft surprisingly decided in January 2024 to grant an official license to one of the largest private servers.

What kind of server is this? The “City of Heroes” private server “Homecoming” was illegally developed for over 5 years between 2019 and 2024, always with the fear that the developers could demand a shutdown at any time. Even before the licensing, the server developed into one of the most advanced and received many new patches and events.

Back then, the number of registered players grew to over 100,000, which likely also sparked interest from NCSoft. As the original developers and rights holders, they did not want to take away the fun from the fans, but rather granted the developers of “Homecoming” an official license to operate and further develop the MMORPG (via homecomingservers.com).

Even after the licensing in 2024, there remained the possibility that NCSoft could pull the plug, but for the developers, this felt like a knightly honor that very few private servers would ever receive.

After the developers had worked in fear for five years that it could all end at any moment, they could finally breathe a sigh of relief after the licensing in 2024. Another MMORPG classic is getting new servers in 2025, but they are not private: MMORPG to Lord of the Rings is getting modern 64-bit servers for everyone – what you need to know about the transfer

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  1. millenium.org

EA FC 25: Best talents with the greatest potential in career mode

Here you will find the best talents in the EA FC 25 career mode. We show you players with potential for all positions: whether goalkeeper, defender, midfielder, or striker.

Which talents does this list show for EA FC 25? In this list, you will find the talents with the greatest potential collected. You will find talents for every position:

  • Goalkeeper (GK)
  • Defender (CB, LB, RB)
  • Midfielder (CM, CAM, CDM)
  • Winger (LM, RM, LF, RF)
  • Forward (ST, CF)

These talents are usually under 23 years old and have a lot of development potential ahead.

All information about the game and what to expect can be found in our release overview for EA FC 25. 

What does potential mean in EA FC 25? Potential in FC 25 indicates how much a player can develop. For example, a player with a current rating of 85 could have a potential of 93. Through good performances and intensive training, you can gradually improve this player up to this maximum rating.

However, the potential is dynamic and not fixed. It can change positively or negatively through your actions.

Why do I need talents in FC 25? Many young talents are cheaper to acquire than established stars. You can sign them, train them, and develop them into world-class players for your club – or sell them for a profit that will improve your club’s financial situation.

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FC 25: The 25 talents with the highest potential

What kind of list is this? Here, we show you the greatest talents with the highest potential in EA FC 25. The players are a maximum of 23 years old. Since they are still relatively young, they have plenty of room for development. They can become some of the best players in career mode over the years.

If you are looking for cheaper talents, we have compiled a list of 10 talents under 10 million for you below.

PlayerAgeRatingPotentialPositionMarket Value
Lamine Yamal168194RF, LF58.5 million
Jude Bellingham219094CAM, CM174.5 million
Vini Jr.239094LF, ST171.5 million
Jamal Musiala218793CAM, LM, CM128 million
Erling Haaland239193ST172.5 million
Florian Wirtz218892CAM, LM133.5 million
Endrick177791ST, RF24 million
Rodrygo238691RF, ST102.5 million
Warren Zaïre-Emery188090CM, CDM44.5 million
Arda Güler197890CAM, RM33.5 million
Gavi198390CM, LF70.5 million
Pedri218690CM, LF98.5 million
Eduardo Camavinga218390CM, CDM, LB73.5 million
Balde208189LB, RB, LM54 million
Cole Palmer228589RM, CAM78.5 million
Nico Williams218589LM, RM78.5 million
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia238589LF, RF77.5 million
Bukayo Saka228789RF, RM105.5 million
Xavi Simons218389CAM, LF58.5 million
William Saliba238789CB92 million
Geovany Tcherno Quenda177088RF, RM, LF4 million
Pau Cubarsí Paredes177288CB5.5 million
Semih Kılıçsoy187288ST, LF, RM6 million
Jorrel Hato187588LB, CB12.5 million
João Neves197988CM, CDM38 million

Cheap talents in EA FC 25 with high potential

These are the selection criteria: Here we present you 10 players who are not too expensive and do not exceed a market value of 10 million. These can especially help you at the beginning of your career when the budget is still a bit tighter.

PlayerAgeRatingPotentialPositionMarket Value
Geovany Quenda177088RF, RM, LF4 million
Pau Cubarsí177288CB5.5 million
Semih Kılıçsoy187288ST, LF, RM6 million
Franco Mastantuono166987CAM, RM3.5 million
Assan Ouédraogo189687CAM, CM3.5 million
Claudio Echeverri187187CAM4.8 million
Assane Diao Diaoune187187RM, LM4.8 million
Kendry Páez177287CAM, RF, CM5.5 million
Karim Konaté207387ST7.5 million
Paris Brunner186587ST, LM2.3 million

Best talents for GK – Strong goalkeepers with potential

Here you will find the goalkeeper talents with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap goalkeeper talents, check out the post on goalkeeper talents in EA FC 25.

PlayerAgeRatingPotentialPositionMarket Value
G. Restes197888GK26 million
G. Mamardashvili238588GK57.5 million
F. Jörgensen227786GK20.5 million
L. Chevalier228086GK27.5 million
A. Trubin227886GK27.5 million
Agirrezabala237785GK20 million
D. Seimen186384GK1.4 million
J. Urbig207384GK6 million
J. Trafford217384GK6 million
Luiz Júnior237684GK14.5 million

Best talents for CB – Strong Centre Backs with potential

Here you will find the CB talents with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap center-back talents, check out the post on the CB talents in EA FC 25.

NameAgeRatingPotentialPositionsMarket Value
William Saliba238789CB92 million
Pau Cubarsí177288CB5.5 million
Jorrel Hato187588LB, CB12.5 million
Giorgio Scalvini207888CB29 million
António Silva207987CB36 million
Gonçalo Inácio228087CB, LB, CDM40 million
Joško Gvardiol228387LB, CB49.5 million
Lucas Beraldo207786CB, LB21.5 million
Luka Vušković176486CB1.7 million
Ousmane Diomande207886CB29 million

Best talents for LB, RB, RWB, LWB – Strong Full Backs with Potential

Here you will find the talents for LB, RB, RWB, LWB with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap full-back talents, check out the post on the LB/RB/RWB/LWB talents in EA FC 25.

NameAgeRatingPotentialPositionsMarket Value
Eduardo Camavinga218390CM, CDM, LB73.5 million
Balde208189LB, RB, LM54 million
Jorrel Hato187588LB, CB12.5 million
Archie Gray187387CDM, RB6.5 million
Gonçalo Bernardo Inácio228087CB, LB, CDM40 million
Nuno Mendes228387LB49.5 million
Joško Gvardiol228387LB, CB49.5 million
Alphonso Davies238287LB, LM43 million
Lucas Beraldo208286CB, LB21.5 million
Destiny Udogie218286LB41.5 million

Best talents for LM, RM, RF, LF – Strong Winger talents with Potential

Here you will find the talents for LM, RM, RF, LF with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap winger talents, check out the post on the LM/RM/LF/RF talents in EA FC 25.

NameAgeRatingPotentialPositionsMarket Value
Lamine Yamal168194RF, LF58 million
Vini Jr.239094LF, ST171 million
Jamal Musiala218793CAM, LM, CM128 million
Florian Wirtz218892CAM, LM133 million
Endrick177791ST, RF24 million
Rodrygo238691RF, ST102.5 million
Arda Güler197890CAM, RF33.5 million
Gavi198390CM, LF70.5 million
Pedri218690CM, LF98.5 million
Balde208189LB, RB, LM54 million

Best talents for CM, CDM, CAM – Strong Midfield talents with Potential

Here you will find the talents for CM, CDM, CAM with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap winger talents, check out the post on the CM/CDM/CAM talents in EA FC 25.

PlayerAgeOverall ValuePotentialPositionMarket Value
Jude Bellingham219094CAM, CM174.5 million
Jamal Musiala218793CAM, LM, CM128 million
Florian Wirtz218892CAM, LM133.5 million
Warren Zaïre-Emery188090CM, CDM44.5 million
Arda Güler197890CAM, RM33.5 million
Gavi218690CM, LF70.5 million
Pedri218690CM, LF98.5 million
Eduardo Camavinga218390CM, CDM, LB73.5 million
Cole Palmer228589RM, CAM78.5 million
Xavi Simons218389CAM, LF58.5 million

Best talents for ST, CF – Strong Striker talents with Potential

Here you will find the talents for ST, CF with the highest potential. If you are looking for cheap striker talents, check out the post on the ST/CF talents in EA FC 25.

PlayerAgeOverall ValuePotentialPositionMarket Value
Vini Jr.239094LF, ST171.5 million
Erling Haaland239193ST172.5 million
Endrick177791ST, RF24 million
Rodrygo238691RF, ST102.5 million
Semih Kılıçsoy187288ST, LF, RM6 million
Mathys Tel197788ST, LM, RM23 million
Benjamin Šeško217988ST39.5 million
Victor Boniface238288ST48.5 million
Takefusa Kubo238188ST, RF, RM51.5 million
Vitor Roque238187ST, RF, LF16.5 million

What do you think of the top talents? Which ones are you getting for your team? Let us know in the comments! And if you are also interested in Ultimate Team alongside career mode, we have good options for cheap, strong players for you here: EA FC 25 Evolutions: 6 strong options for upgrading the EVOs

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