WoW: New game mode in Midnight will be so hard that you want to log out

The new “Prey” mode in World of Warcraft is going to be tough. So tough that the developers even say that you might want to log out.

In a few days, World of Warcraft Midnight will start, bringing a variety of new features. One of them is the Prey System, which is optional and aims to bring new excitement into the questing routine. Depending on the difficulty, this could lead to frustrating experiences or, according to WoW developer Kim Flack, you might even want to log out.

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WoW Midnight shows gameplay – All new features

What is the Prey System? The Prey System, simply referred to as “Prey” in German, is an additional game mode that you can sign up for in Silvermoon. The system ensures that while playing in the open world – for instance, during events, experiencing the story, or completing world quests – you will continuously find different clues to your target that you need to eliminate.

The catch: The target isn’t too keen on this and will attack you from time to time – and this can happen at any moment. It doesn’t matter if you’re reading a quest text, fighting an elite opponent, or just “minimizing the game for a moment” to watch a video on YouTube.

Depending on the difficulty, this can lead to your character dying within seconds, and you becoming the prey.

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In the Prey system, you will be ambushed – and this can go wrong quickly.

Being afk for a moment can already be deadly

What do the WoW developers say about this? In an interview with PCGamer, game designer Kim Flak talked about the mode and how he was surprised by the fans’ reactions.

I was a bit concerned, […] that players would see this [Prey] as moments of disruption and that it might feel a bit unfair. Like ‘I pulled this mob, and I would have survived if this guy hadn’t ambushed me!’ But basically, the players reacted more like: ‘I enjoy being ambushed. I like this experience. It’s fun, it’s surprising, and it’s a moment where I have to suddenly think differently about how to deal with it.

This really made me happy because I hoped the player base would enjoy the surprise of the ambushes, and most of them did.

These ambushes can only occur when you are already engaged in a fight – at least on the two lower difficulty levels. However, this changes as soon you are on “Nightmare” mode. Then the ambushes become brutally hard and do not hesitate to attack you in particularly vulnerable moments:

The Nightmare mode is basically the “Don’t go afk” mode. If you need to go afk, then you probably want to return to a safe area. You might even want to log out.

Whether and how much you enjoy the Prey System, you can try for yourself in a few days – because by the end of this week, Midnight will launch for all pre-order customers of the Epic Edition in Early Access. Until then, you should definitely take care of these 5 things to ensure a smooth start into the new addon.

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Pokémon Pokopia – All Important Information about Release for Switch, Demo and Trailer

With Pokémon Pokopia, a life simulation in the style of popular classics like Animal Crossing is released, combining it with the pocket monsters. You can find all the important information about the release here at MeinMMO.

Update on February 23: We have added new links and information about Pokémon Day 2026.

When will Pokémon Pokopia be released? Pokémon Pokopia will be released on March 5, 2026.

On which platforms can you play Pokémon Pokopia? You can only play the game on the Nintendo Switch 2. It will not be released on the first Nintendo Switch.

Do you need an internet connection to play? No, Pokopia can also be played offline. However, you need to download the game first. As the game is released on a Game Key Card, you will need an internet connection.

Is there a trailer? Yes, there is already a first trailer for the game. You can get an initial impression here:

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With Pokémon Pokopia, Nintendo mixes two of its most popular franchises for the Switch

All about the price, editions, and pre-ordering

How much does Pokémon Pokopia cost? The digital version of the game costs €69.99, and the physical version costs €79.99.

What is included in the physical edition? The physical version includes a case and a Game Card, but it is empty and primarily serves as decor for your shelf. With the Game Key Card, you are purchasing only the license to download the game. You must download the full game, which requires an internet connection.

Can you pre-order the game yet? Yes, you can already pre-order Pokémon Pokopia both digitally and physically. All about possible bundles can be read here: Pokémon Pokopia Bundle: These goodies are available for pre-order

All important information about multiplayer and coop

Can you play Pokémon Pokopia in coop mode? Yes, you can. However, for the online mode, you need an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription, which incurs additional costs.

How many players can meet in multiplayer? You can play multiplayer with up to 4 players.

Does Gameshare work? Yes, you can use the new feature of the Switch 2 in Pokopia and even play with friends on the Nintendo Switch 1 if you are on the same Wi-Fi. Your co-players do not need to own the game themselves.

All important information about the demo

Is there a demo? As of now, there is no demo available for download in the Nintendo eShop. So far, it’s only possible to try out the game at the 2026 Pokémon Europe International Championships, taking place from February 13 to 15, 2026, in London.

All important information about gameplay and Pokémon

What do you do in Pokémon Pokopia? Your task is to rebuild a lonely world while disguised as a human Ditto, focusing on building and gardening. You work closely with various Pokémon and utilize their special abilities to gather resources and shape the world according to your wishes.

As Ditto, you can acquire the abilities of different Pokémon and even partially transform into them. For example, you can swim through Lapras. Through terraforming, you can adjust and design your environment. You can also build furniture and create decorations, just like in Animal Crossing.

Will there be more information on Pokémon Day 2026? On February 27, 2026, Pokémon Day will take place. At 3 PM, there will be a new Pokémon Presents on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. It can be assumed that new information or even a new trailer for Pokémon Pokopia will be seen there.

Which Pokémon are part of Pokopia? Many Pokémon have already been confirmed that you can encounter in Pokopia. These are the known Pokémon so far:

  • Squirtle
  • Arcanine
  • Azurill
  • Bulbasaur
  • Bellsprout
  • Zubat
  • Chansey
  • Chinchou
  • Garbodor
  • Tyranitar
  • Diglett
  • Ditto
  • Dragonite
  • Dragonair
  • Dratini
  • Drifloon
  • Duraludon
  • Ducklett
  • Eevee
  • Flareon
  • Felinof (Paldea-Form)
  • Slowpoke
  • Torchic
  • Leafeon
  • Formeo (Rain Form)
  • Glaceon
  • Charmander
  • Happiny
  • Honchkrow
  • Hoothoot
  • Pelipper
  • Magikarp
  • Seedot
  • Weedle
  • Lapras
  • Litwick
  • Lucario
  • Lotad
  • Makuhita
  • Snorlax
  • Marill
  • Maxax
  • Meikro
  • Mimikyu
  • Mogulbaum
  • Myrapla
  • Nigiragi
  • Nokchan
  • Onyx
  • Pamo
  • Pantimimi
  • Paras
  • Pichu
  • Picochilla
  • Clefairy
  • Pikachu
  • Pinsir
  • Plinfa
  • Porenta
  • Praktibalk
  • Quapsel
  • Rabauz
  • Snorlax
  • Rotomurf
  • Shellos.
  • Squirtle
  • Schillok
  • Schluppuck
  • Sichlor
  • Simsala
  • Stalobor
  • Tauboss
  • Taubsi
  • Viscogon
  • Viscora
  • Vulpix
  • Waaty
  • Wablu
  • Wadribie
  • Webarak
  • Wingull
  • Zorua

Pokémon Pokopia was announced during a Nintendo Direct. Many players also noted clear parallels to the competitor Palworld. This was received rather mixed in the community, as Nintendo is still in a legal dispute with Palworld: Nintendo releases new Pokémon game: It is like Palworld, only without guns

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Pokémon GO: Crypto-Lugia Counter – The 20 best attackers in the raid guide

You want to defeat Crypto-Lugia in Pokémon GO? We will show you the best counters to defeat Crypto-Lugia in raids.

What kind of Pokémon is Crypto-Lugia? Lugia is a legendary Pokémon with the types Psychic and Flying. It has been around since Generation 2. Lugia does not have an evolution.

We will show you which Pokémon are the best counters to bring against Crypto-Lugia in the raid. We will also explain which types the Pokémon is particularly vulnerable to (type effectiveness).

Defeating Crypto-Lugia in the Raid – With These Counters

  1. Necrozma (Dawn Wings) with Shadow Claw and Moongeist Beam
  2. White Kyurem with Ice Fang and Ice Burn
  3. Black Kyurem with Shadow Claw and Freeze Shock
  4. Mega Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing
  5. Shadow Hydreigon with Bite and Brutal Swing
  6. Shadow Tyranitar with Bite and Brutal Swing
  7. Mega Absol with Snarl and Brutal Swing
  8. Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball
  9. Shadow Raikou with Thunder Shock and Wilde Charge
  10. Regieleki with Thunder Shock and Thunder Cage
  11. Shadow Darkrai with Snarl and Shadow Ball
  12. Shadow Electivire with Thunder Shock and Wild Charge
  13. Shadow Magnezone with Spark and Wild Charge
  14. Xurkitree with Thunder Shock and Discharge
  15. Mega Manectric with Thunder Fang and Wild Charge
  16. Shadow Zapdos with Thunder Shock and Thunderbolt
  17. Mega Diancie with Rock Throw and Rock Slide
  18. Mega Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent
  19. Shadow Weavile with Snarl and Triple Axel
  20. Shadow Salamence with Bite and Brutal Swing

Weaknesses of Crypto-Lugia: Crypto-Lugia has the types Psychic and Flying. Therefore, there is no type against which the Pokémon has a double weakness. However, attacks of the types Rock, Ghost, Electric, Ice, and Dark are effective, as the monster has a simple weakness against these types.

So you should focus on these types while fighting against Crypto-Lugia to defeat the raid boss.

Is there a Shiny version of Crypto-Lugia? Yes, if you are lucky, you may encounter Crypto-Lugia in its Shiny form.

How many trainers are needed? The battle against Crypto-Lugia can be very intense. Even if you have optimal counter Pokémon at high levels, you will need at least 3 trainers to defeat the powerful legendary monster. The more trainers you have and the better your counters are, the easier the battle against Crypto-Lugia will be. If you want to save time in the raid lobby, it makes sense to organize the raid teams in advance.

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A vehicle from Battlefield 6 is so bad that the developers are sending it back to the workshop

Not all vehicles from Battlefield 6 are convincing, and one type can even be downright dangerous – at least for those inside. The developers promise improvement and announce that they will address the problem.

Which vehicle is it about? The Jeep is one of the light vehicles in Battlefield 6 and is primarily suitable for transporting up to four people. Additionally, there is a gun on the roof.

The problem with the Jeep: It is not armored and therefore an easy target for enemy attacks. The players inside are largely unprotected. A comfortable ride to the front line can quickly turn into a deadly outing.

Some players complain about the uselessness of the Jeep. As hl3official writes on Reddit: “The Jeep has no purpose anymore (it used to serve to quickly reach a certain point and/or to flank, but neither of these options is realizable or necessary anymore).”

This is partly because the maps are smaller than in previous installments, explains iChronox. On the other hand, some users like Dark-Cloud666 point out on Reddit that the Jeeps are easy targets. They are becoming death traps, which is why walking is often the safer option.

The developers are aware of the problem and have now announced that the light vehicles in the game will receive an update. Another aspect, the movement, was recently revised and received much praise.

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Battlefield 6: New cinematic trailer prepares for Season 2

Tests are meant to bring improvements

What do the developers say? In a conversation with PC Gamer, the topic came up. Kit Eklöf, Hardware Producer at DICE, has listened to the editors’ feedback on the Jeeps and responded:

“I will pass the feedback on the light vehicles to the team today. I also want to point out that a Battlefield Labs test will take place soon, where we will test some improvements to the vehicles regarding this issue, especially since we have received feedback that vehicles are death traps. We will try a package of vehicle improvements in Labs very soon, so keep an eye out for it.”

Unfortunately, it was not revealed when players can expect the improvements. But one can only hope that they will be implemented in Battlefield 6 within Season 2, which recently started along with the roadmap.

Until then, players continue to face the dilemma: Do they walk to the flag points and mission objectives and be a bit safer, or do they risk being blown up in the Jeep by mines, tanks, or helicopters?

Season 2 launched on February 17, 2026, and brought some innovations to the game. However, not all players are satisfied with how DICE has handled some aspects. For example, the Rush mode caused disappointment: Players say Battlefield 6 has “neglected and violated” the best game mode, not even mentioned in Season 2

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Player converts Steam Deck to Nintendo DS and shows what would be possible with the Switch 2

A player has expanded his Steam Deck with simple means by adding a second screen. This shows what could also be possible with the Nintendo Switch 2 if DS games become playable.

How did the player do that? In a thread on Reddit, user rediiboy shares his attempt to turn a Steam Deck into a Nintendo DS. For this, he simply combined an additional small monitor with a magnetic smartphone holder and attached it to his handheld.

The magnets snugly fit against the handheld and leave enough space to also use the rear buttons of the Steam Deck. According to the poster, the magnets do not obstruct or interfere with the fan and other hardware components behind.

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With this, the user not only enabled himself to use 2 screens with his handheld but also shows what would be possible with the Nintendo Switch 2 if Nintendo DS or 3DS games became playable.

Nintendo has recently added GameCube classics to the collection – will Wii or DS games be added soon?

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Nintendo shows in the trailer their GameCube collection on the Switch 2

Solution for Nintendo Switch not entirely unlikely

Why could something like this also come for the Switch 2? After Nintendo added GameCube classics to the Nintendo Switch Online collection, the rumor mill among fans was already churning about whether Wii or DS console games would be added soon.

As leaker @Shpeshal_Nick shares in his post via x.com, there are apparently official plans for how this could be implemented on the Switch 2 – such as using Switch controllers as substitutes for the Wii remote and Nunchuks, for example, a Switch 1 as a second screen for DS games, or solutions that do not require a second screen.

An additional screen that is attached to the Switch itself is also conceivable (see TheGamer.com). There are also patents that Nintendo has filed that specifically deal with such solutions, as @MikeOdysseyYT shares via x.com.

Accordingly, a construction like the one rediiboy created with his Steam Deck is not so far-fetched – even if we shouldn’t hope for it too soon, if @Shpeshal_Nick is right.

Since the release of the console, more and more games are appearing for the Switch 2 – including those that have been available for PC and other platforms for a long time. However, the hybrid console presents many developers with significant challenges: The Switch 2 poses one of the “most difficult challenges” of their career for developers, yet Nintendo may not care

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The Sorceress from Diablo 2 is too OP for many players, deals “better physical damage than the Barbarian”

Diablo 2 has received a new class with the Warlock. But shortly after release, it is too powerful for many players. There are heated discussions in the community, and some are especially annoyed by the “whining”.

What is the problem? Blizzard announced some innovations for the 30th anniversary of Diablo, including one of the most exciting being the new class “Warlock” for the 26-year-old Diablo 2.

By now, the community has already tested the new addition, and many players have come to the conclusion: The Warlock is currently simply too strong.

Already, builds are circulating that make the class extremely powerful – one YouTuber managed to make the Warlock an almost immortal god.

On Reddit, the community is now discussing whether the class should really be this strong. After all, not everyone is satisfied that the Warlock surpasses some other classes in certain areas.

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Diablo 2: Resurrected introduces the new class of the Warlock in the gameplay trailer

 “It’s time for something new”

What do the players say? The post by the user SaltLord_XIII on Reddit sparked some heated debates. In his post, the user asks to stop the whining that the Warlock is causing due to its current state.

With a newcomer like this, the first reaction from some players would be to “cry and complain that your class is no longer the absolute best after two and a half decades.”

One should enjoy the Warlock now and wait, the user continues. Blizzard would address the balancing problem in due time. In the end, SaltLord_XIII thanks the developer for the additional content and thus ends on a positive note.

In the comments, there is some agreement, but also many players who have a different opinion:

  • “I always play Barbarians and find it quite sad that a class called Warlock does more physical damage than Barbarians,” laments d—d.
  • “We all want to play this class – and we want it to be as much fun as possible. We just want there to be some challenge left. Keep the class. Keep its strength. But adjust the aspects that are ridiculously overpowered,” demands hombrent.
  • “Have you seen what people have done with this class? The screenshots with 175-200k damage?” asks Invictus-Faeces.
  • “I mainly play Barbarian and have zero interest in the Warlock. I think many of us are not against new content; we are just cautious about the shift in power that Blizzard has become notorious for lately,” explains trstnl.
  • And Due-Listen2632 agrees: “If we as a community don’t literally protest against the absurd power levels of all Warlock specifications, we are basically telling Blizzard: New things must be more powerful than everything else, and nothing else is fun.”

Some comments also point out that adjustments are likely to be forthcoming for the new class due to its overpowering nature. Presumably, the Warlock will no longer easily surpass all others. What are your thoughts on this? Feel free to let us know in the comments. MeinMMO editor Karsten Scholz took a look at the game immediately after the major update: The best Diablo manages with a shadow drop to make me start the download immediately after 4 years of break

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Players in ARC Raiders Get Creative to Avoid Losing Their Loot

In ARC Raiders it can quickly happen that you lose all your valuable loot when you encounter other Raiders. Players therefore get creative when it comes to convincing their teammates.

Why do players get creative? In ARC Raiders, it can end badly when you encounter other Raiders. If they shoot you down, you fall to the ground and there is a phase where other players can help you up or you can crawl the last few meters to safety.

Or – they finish you off and you lose all the hard-earned loot from the round.

A thread on Reddit shows that Raiders come up with all sorts of ideas to save their skin and their loot.

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ARC Raiders has an incredibly peaceful community – Even the developers are surprised

“The energy of a Golden Retriever will take you far in this game.”

What do players do to save themselves? As RedundantDuplication posts in his Reddit thread, he has come across numerous sayings and approaches that players use to try to get their opponents to back off. Sometimes more, sometimes less successfully. His favorite approach is “Please, I have family in Speranza”. Of course, this refers to our favorite rooster, Scrappy.

In his narrated case, it didn’t work, but the other Raider told him, who would care about Scrappy? Through the short role play, his death wasn’t so bad and created a nice memory.

In the over 500 comments, there are many such stories – many of them have actually led to players saving their skin and securing their loot:

Miserable-Island9875 recounts how he lost a truly epic duel in Stella Montis and gave his opponent a “GG man. That was a good fight.” as he went down. His opponent stopped the decisive blow and replied with a “Yes” emote. He let the user go. Jabberclenchjaw2 adds: “The energy of a Golden Retriever will take you far in this game. Stay positive!”

Other variants were:

  • guitman27 reports: “I was snitched on at the dam by a guy, and I could hear his dog over the radio. I told him that his dog wouldn’t approve – and that he damn well should revive me with a defibrillator. I heard a dog barking, a deep sigh, and a ‘Alright’.”
  • doctronic writes: “Usually I tell them to wait, I have a joke! But no one has ever let me tell the joke.”
  • vTarpz admits: “I like to call them stream snipers, even though I don’t stream myself.”
  • Swampcardboard explains: “‘We could have been friends’, ‘I would have given you the blueprints from my safety bag if you had asked me’ to make them reconsider. I actually don’t care if people play PvP, I just find it entertaining.”

Even though their ideas aren’t always successful, they usually lead to funny or beautiful memories. And that is worth almost more to many players than any loot they could collect in the match.

Role-playing is one of the things that has led to numerous memorable stories in ARC Raiders. One player is for example one of those who let their defeated opponents walk away with their lives, but only if they follow his rules: Player from ARC Raiders rewards his defeated opponents with life – but only if they follow his code of conduct

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The series about Fallout should have started in the best place from the games, but Bethesda was against it

The series to Fallout finally takes the characters to the iconic gambling metropolis New Vegas in the 2nd season. If it were up to the writers, the first season would have taken place there. However, there was opposition from Bethesda.

If you ask Fallout players about their favorite installment, you often hear: Fallout New Vegas.

The part that was not developed by Bethesda itself, but by Obsidian Entertainment, remains very popular to this day. This is partly due to an important location, namely the city of New Vegas, which is located in the Mojave Desert.

There, the mysterious Mr. House rules, and there are many peculiar stories and characters to meet. Season 1 of the Amazon series ended with a panoramic shot of New Vegas and served as a teaser for the continuation.

Many fans must have been pleased that a significant part of the 2nd season actually took place in the gambling metropolis. However, the writers behind the series had wanted to move the story there much earlier.

There was opposition from the developer Bethesda Game Studios and its head Todd Howard.

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The official trailer for Fallout Season 2 takes us back to the apocalypse

“It’s a tricky matter”

Why was Todd Howard against New Vegas? In a video interview with Kinda Funny Games on YouTube, the studio head talks about the early work on the Amazon series. According to him, the writing team had already toyed with the idea of having the story set in New Vegas for season 1.

Howard had concerns:

I said: “I would hold that back. That’s such a typical feature of Fallout – let’s establish the base first, then we can go to New Vegas.

The reason for the hesitation was partly due to the reputation that New Vegas enjoys as a game and location. Howard requested that the city be shown only in season 2. Ultimately, he was satisfied with the result and implementation in season 2:

I think they did really well because it’s a tricky matter. You have a cult place, a popular game, certain storylines that end differently, very strong characters … and there are countless ways to mess that up. So that can be quite a minefield, right? And I think they did great.

Indeed, New Vegas appears very faithful in the series and must have evoked fond memories of players’ adventures in the city. However, Howard and his team wanted to ensure that the events of the series and the game did not contradict each other:

We spent a lot of time saying we don’t want to contradict anything that happened in the games, but want to see if there are areas that the writers really want to focus on.

Especially how Mr. House is used in the series would have excited Howard – just like his actor Justin Theroux.

Narratively, it was worth saving this highlight to first establish the foundations and build great expectations with the end of season 1. Were you impressed by New Vegas in the series? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. A creative mind behind the underlying game has mixed feelings: New Vegas is the setting of Fallout Season 2, but the author of the game sees a problem

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Pokémon GO starts journey to Kalos – What does Monday bring in terms of Legendary and bonuses?

In Pokémon GO, you are on the way to Kalos. This event brings strong bonuses daily – it starts tomorrow.

What is the way to Kalos? This event is basically the preparation event for the big Kalos Tour next weekend. But the way to Kalos also offers bonuses, and certainly exciting Pokémon.

Starting Monday, you will find different legendary Pokémon, bonuses, raids, and more content every day.

The start is on February 23rd at 00:00. And we will take a closer look at this day here.

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Pokémon GO shows its new season in the trailer

What does Monday bring on the way to Kalos?

Legendary Pokémon: Monday revolves around the Kanto region and brings you three classics in 5-star raids: Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. They will also have a raid hour from 18:00 to 19:00 on Monday evening.

All three bring special moves:

  • Articuno knows the charge move Hurricane
  • Zapdos knows the fast move Thunder Shock
  • Moltres knows the charge move Sky Attack

What other Pokémon appear? In the wild, you can also expect Kanto Pokémon. You will encounter:

  • Bulbasaur
  • Charmander
  • Squirtle
  • Pikachu
  • Clefairy
  • Meowth

If you participate in level-1 raids, you will encounter Pikachu wearing a red cap or a leafy hat.

And in 2-km eggs, you might hatch Larvitar, Bagon, Beldum, and Deino. They are not from the Kanto region, but they can be hatched throughout the entire way to Kalos.

Which bonuses apply on Monday? In general, the way to Kalos offers quite a few bonuses. These also apply on Monday:

  • halved hatching distance for eggs
  • increased remote raid limit to 30
  • Event field research with candies and XL candies for the respective raid bosses of the day
  • Costumed Pikachu in certain field research tasks
  • A free, limited-time research with costumed Pikachu, candies, TMs, and other items
  • It is possible to receive special backgrounds for Articuno, Moltres, and Zapdos. These are themed after the teams Wisdom (Articuno), Intuition (Zapdos), and Valor (Moltres).

Additionally, the new GO Pass starts, in which you can encounter Lucario among other Pokémon. More bonuses are also included, which you can find here in our overall overview of the way to Kalos.

The way to Kalos marks the end of the current month and, thus, the season, which peaks with the Kalos Tour. New Mega Raids also play a major role, introducing a completely new level in Pokémon GO. Everything you need to know about it is here: All about Super Mega Raids in Pokémon GO.

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In the world of Warhammer, there are 3 types of elves, and they are much more intense than in D&D and the like.

Not at all, elves belong to the “Good”: There are 3 types of them in Warhammer Fantasy, and it’s not always easy to say which one you would rather encounter.

The elves are one of the oldest races created by The Old Ones (the creators of the Warhammer Fantasy world). They are somewhat taller than normal humans and slimmer, but they can most easily be recognized by their pointed ears. If they do not fall in battle, elves can live for thousands of years. In addition, they possess a natural affinity for magic: Of the 7 most powerful mages in Warhammer Fantasy, two are elves.

So far, the elves of Warhammer do not differ much from those in other fantasy worlds. The differences from other elves, for example, as you know them from Dungeons & Dragons or The Lord of the Rings, lie more in their… “temperament.” For they are significantly more cruel than those of other worlds.

A clear distinction between Good and Evil does not really exist in Warhammer. This is particularly true for Warhammer 40K, but it also applies to fantasy to a certain degree. This is especially noticeable with the elves. They were originally a single people but eventually split into three. They now differ significantly in their culture and the goals they pursue.

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Asur – The “Good” among the Elves?

The High Elves, or the “Asur,” as they call themselves, are one of the oldest and most powerful civilizations of the Old World. They are a proud race of masterful warriors, and their mages are second to none. The supreme rulers of the High Elves are the Phoenix King and the Everqueen. Their homeland is Ulthuan, a mist-shrouded island continent in the center of a great ocean.

Accordingly, the Asur are among the best sailors of the Old World. They have been everywhere and possess numerous colonies in many parts of the known world. Their archers are among the best in the Old World, and they command powerful creatures like great eagles and dragons.

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Die Armee der Hochelfen aus Ulthuan im Tabletop von Warhammer Fantasy

At first glance, the High Elves appear to be the closest to the “Good.” However, this appearance can be deceiving, for their pride quickly turns into arrogance:

  • On the one hand, they fight for order in the world. They are powerful opponents of Chaos – an evil force that wants to destroy the world.
  • On the other hand, they often see themselves as superior to other races and can be extremely cruel towards them.

One of the best examples of this is the so-called “War of the Beard,” which the High Elves once waged against the Dwarves. Although it was instigated by their relatives, the Dark Elves, the High Elves are responsible for the escalation.

Dark Elves, disguised as High Elves, plundered caravans and settlements of the Dwarves. When news of this reached the High King of the Dwarves, he sent a delegation to the court of the Phoenix King. Until that point, the relationship between elves and dwarves had been characterized by friendship. Therefore, the Dwarves demanded an explanation for these incidents. 

However, the Phoenix King was completely indifferent to the Dwarves’ concerns. Moreover, instead of simply sending them away, he had the delegation publicly have their beards cut off – an indescribable insult to the Dwarves. This was followed by a long, bloody war in which both sides suffered great losses and even killed innocents. It is almost admirable that there is a High Elf who is too brutal even for his king.

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A German crime thriller looks like the perfect entertainment for Boomers, sweetening my evenings on Netflix as Gen Z

MeinMMO editor Nikolas Hernes rarely watches German movies, but a crime series on Netflix surprised him so much that he is now a fan – even if he only understands half of it.

German movies often have a negative reputation, even for me. I rarely watch them, and apart from highlights like Rheingold, Systemsprenger or Das Lehrerzimmer, I haven’t been a big fan of films from recent years.

Without really being able to explain it, I was sitting on the couch last Sunday looking for a short film that you can watch before going to sleep. After a long, desperate search, I stumbled upon Dampfnudelblues from 2013. After all, it only lasts about 90 minutes.

Even though I have no experience with Bavarian culture and sometimes don’t understand the dialect, I was surprised: The film is really good and the whole series is worth watching.

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The trailer for Dampfnudelblues shows the atmosphere you can expect in the Bavarian crime story

A unique atmosphere

A German crime series set in Bavaria. At first, it sounds like a film that would likely be assigned to boomers in the cinema, which wouldn’t appeal to me as part of Generation Z. But to be honest: The Eberhofer crime stories are something special.

The film series is based on the novels by author Rita Falk, and all 9 films were directed by Ed Herzog. The focus is always on the policeman Franz Eberhofer, who solves a case per film as the village sheriff in the fictional community of Niederkaltenkirchen.

On paper, the films seem like classic provincial crime stories, just set in a small community in Bavaria. But these films have a special vibe that you can’t find anywhere else.

The community feels like a detached place, and combined with the quirky residents and the dialect, it creates a certain coziness that I only know from my grandmother’s hometown in Poland. It’s absurd, sometimes a bit uncomfortable, but also cozy.

Niederkaltenkirchen is like a bubble that has its own problems but is somehow cut off from the rest of the world. You get to know dynamics, characters, and rituals, making the films feel like a comfort zone. I immerse myself in them and enjoy the cases, the quirky jokes, but also the rural tranquility that I rarely experience as a city kid.

But the films don’t work just because of the atmosphere. Without Franz Eberhofer, played by Sebastian Bezzel, the films wouldn’t be nearly as fascinating.

The anti-thesis of a detective

Everyone knows the image of a classic detective. A serious type, dark cases, and a long coat. Franz Eberhofer as a character is almost an anti-thesis. He is always sarcastic, has little sense of timing, and his clothing looks more like that of a man dressed as a policeman for Carnival.

But he has a sense of justice that he pursues, even if he probably shouldn’t. Eberhofer is the anchor point for viewers because he often feels out of place. At the same time, the place is also a safe space for him. When things go wrong, he goes to the bar and drinks with his friends.

Sebastian Bezzel strikes a really nice balance between parody and a love letter to this type of person. Franz Eberhofer is persistent, doesn’t always treat his friends perfectly, and his choice of words leaves something to be desired. But that’s precisely his charm.

In contrast, he has characteristics that one would associate with detectives from the noir genre. He is always calm, always has a plan, and can be a bit rough when it comes to drawing his weapon.

A nice contrast to him are the side characters. His cheeky grandmother, his stoner father, and the residents of Niederkaltenkirchen are quirky and uncomfortable, but exude a similar fascination as Eberhofer.

Fascinating, but not perfect

I can only recommend everyone to check out one of the films, but admittedly they also have some weaknesses. The look fits the ambiance, but sometimes the camera isn’t optimal. I would have wished for more experimentation. There are some spots that show it, but there is still more potential.

The other criticism: The series is super interesting, but you also have to embrace the jokes that my generation would probably describe as cringe. Some gags hit, but often they are flirting with old man jokes that you would hear in a small pub – after all, they usually fit the ambiance.

Like the feeling of coming home

What do film experts say about the Eberhofer crime stories? As part of this article, I also asked film expert Marco Risch from the YouTube channel Nerdkultur why he can recommend the Eberhofer crime stories as a fan of the series:

The Bavarian Eberhofer crime stories are like the Austrian Knochenmann cult films – only as a mass-compatible canteen dish: lighter, shallower – but seasoned exactly for the German palate!

The necessary spice in the staging nicely elevates them from the usual monotony: the music creates a sleepy provincial western that the Coen brothers couldn’t imagine more absurdly. The characters look directly into the camera and our souls like Hannibal Lecter. Only they don’t scare us with it, but remind me of the archetypes from my village youth years. Everything feels strangely familiar… and thus like the feeling of coming home.

You have to like the characters, even if they keep going in circles with each film like Franz Eberhofer in a roundabout.

Marco Risch from the YouTube channel Nerdkultur on the Eberhofer crime stories
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In the course of his podcast Nerd & Kultur, he even recorded a whole episode about the film series and spoke with film critic Antje Wessels about the peculiarities of the Eberhofer crime stories. You can listen to the episode here:

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Where can I watch the Eberhofer crime stories? The series currently consists of 9 films, released in this order:

  • Dampfnudelblues (2013)
  • Winterkartoffelknödel (2014)
  • Schweinskopf al dente (2016)
  • Grießnockerlaffäre (2017)
  • Sauerkrautkoma (2018)
  • Leberkäsjunkie (2019)
  • Kaiserschmarrndrama (2021)
  • Guglhupfgeschwader (2022)
  • Rehragout-Rendezvous (2023)

You can currently find all the films on Netflix. That’s where I watched them, as I prefer that platform. Otherwise, you can also find the films on subscription on HBO Max or RTL+, or many of them for free in the ARD Mediathek.

It doesn’t really matter which film you start with. The cases and characters work individually as well. Even if it seems that the films only appeal to boomers, I can only encourage you to check them out, as it is definitely worth it. You can find more crime recommendations here: 5 strong Nordic crime series for a gloomy TV evening

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Aion 2 is the glimmer of hope for MMORPGs and a mega success in Asia, but what is behind it?

The new MMORPG Aion 2 is already a huge success in Korea and Taiwan. MeinMMO explains why the game has what it takes to end the MMORPG drought and where criticism is justified.

New MMORPGs have been truly successful only in exceptional cases over the past years. New World, Throne and Liberty, Lost Ark – these are probably the big three when looking at the current MMORPG decade. However, a new contender for the best MMORPG of the decade is approaching with Aion 2 in 2026.

The new MMORPG has been running in Korea and Taiwan since November 19, 2025, which is why we can already say if and why the MMORPG has what it takes to sweep everything in 2026.

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Here you can see the trailer for Aion 2:

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Aion 2: New trailer prepares for the Korean launch of the MMORPG

Massive Success in Korea

How is Aion 2 doing? Before looking at the contents of Aion 2, one should take a look at the feedback from the players of the MMORPG. Aion 2 is breaking all records for NCSoft and is exceeding the expectations of the publisher and developer.

The MMORPG has earned 58 million euros in the first two months and continues to enjoy growing revenue and increasing player numbers. While most MMORPGs lose players after this period, Aion 2 currently knows only one direction: up.

This is also noticeable among the developers, as they recently received a substantial promotion for their good performance and are looking forward to new job titles and advancement within the company.

The goals for the Western release have been revised upwards due to the success in Asia, and NCSoft is currently doing everything to keep the MMORPG on a successful course.

What makes Aion 2 so successful? What makes Aion 2 successful is the perfect mix of nostalgic comfort, modern technology and a reorientation of the gameplay that fits the current times.

Beginning with the hallmark of Aion, which made the predecessor popular: flying. The wings, as the wings are called in Aion 2, make the game world much larger. Instead of walking the same paths from point A to B, the wings allow for vertical exploration, thus expanding the game world by adding new levels.

This also sets Aion 2 apart from the competition. While other games have flying mounts, the exciting gameplay happens primarily on the ground. In contrast, Aion 2 builds its own game world from multiple levels, making it feel much more vibrant due to its height than the fields and forests of other MMORPGs.

The Unreal Engine 5 also plays into the MMORPG’s hands. It allows developers to technically implement this much more complex game world. The result is a game world 36 times larger than in Part 1. And of course, the characters in the game also look great thanks to UE5.

However, flying is not just important for exploration, as Aion 2 also switches between ground and aerial combat, providing a new, fresh gaming experience that you can’t find in any other MMORPG.

On the next page, you’ll learn more about the contents of Aion 2

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Pokémon GO: Mega Gallade Counters – The 20 Best Counters in the Raid Guide

Are you looking for the best counters against Mega Gallade in Pokémon GO? We will show you which attackers and moves you should use in battle.

What kind of Pokémon is Mega Gallade? Gallade is a Pokémon from the 4th generation. Along with Gardevoir, it is one of the two evolutions that can evolve from Ralts (or Kirlia). Gallade has the types Fighting and Psychic.

Mega-Galagladi will be available in Mega Raids on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM and can be challenged here by you. The boss is part of this year’s GO Tour.

We will show you which counters you should ideally use against Mega Gallade and which types the Pokémon is weak against (type effectiveness).

Defeating Mega Gallade in Raids – With These Counters

  1. Mega Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent
  2. Necrozma (Dawn Wings) with Psycho Cut and Moongeist Beam
  3. Shadow Salamence with Dragon Tail and Fly
  4. Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent
  5. Mega Salamence with Dragon Tail and Fly
  6. Enamorus with Fairy Wind and Fly
  7. Shadow Moltres with Wing Attack and Sky Attack
  8. Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball
  9. Mega Gardevoir with Charm and Dazzling Gleam
  10. Zacian (Crowned Sword) with Metal Claw and Play Rough
  11. Shadow Mewtwo with Psycho Cut and Shadow Ball
  12. Mega Banette with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball
  13. Shadow Chandelure with Hex and Shadow Ball
  14. Lunala with Shadow Claw and Shadow Ball
  15. Yveltal with Gust and Oblivion Wing
  16. Salamence with Dragon Tail and Fly
  17. Galarian Articuno with Psycho Cut and Fly
  18. Shadow Ho-Oh with Hidden Power and Brave Bird
  19. Mega Alakazam with Psycho Cut and Shadow Ball
  20. Tapu Lele with Astonish and Nature’s Madness

Weaknesses of Mega Gallade: The Pokémon has the types Psychic and Fighting, making it weak against attacks of the Flying, Ghost, and Fairy types. So focus primarily on attacks of these types when you want to challenge the monster.

Is there a Shiny version of Mega Gallade? Yes, you can also encounter the Shiny variant of Gallade if you are lucky.

How many trainers are needed? If you have strong counter Pokémon and they are at a high level, you can defeat Mega Gallade with just 2 trainers. If you do not have the optimal counters, you should rely on more trainers.

If you want to complete many raids in a row, you should plan and assemble your team in advance. This not only saves you time in the raid lobbies but also ensures that you always face the Pokémon with your optimal counters: This way you keep track of your raid teams and save a lot of time.

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“Instant goosebumps”: Video producer creates short film about ARC Raiders with professional team, amazes the community

A professional video producer who has created trailers for various famous games, along with other talented artists, created a short film about ARC Raiders. This impresses the community of the shooter with its quality and beauty.

What is this short film about? It is the 12-minute short film “THIS IS ARC RAIDERS,” released by Player One Stories on YouTube. It showcases the world where Raiders fight for survival on the surface day by day, old footage of the first ARC attacks in a found-footage style, and the beauty of the shooter presented through cinematic art.

The short film addresses not only the first ARC attacks and humanity’s fight for survival but also the conflicts that arise among people in an apocalypse. What defines ARC Raiders as a PvPvE shooter becomes a central theme in the film, along with all the betrayals, double standards, and consequences.

Trust no one. Take everything. That’s what we learn out there in the sun.

– Coe from THIS IS ARC RAIDERS by Player One Stories on YouTube

The film was entirely shot in the game. The footage consists of a mix of random players and a handful of scripted sequences with self-recorded dialogues from professional voices. And all this without access to camera tools or developer commands.

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ARC Raiders shows new Hurricane condition and hints at a new enemy

A short film that showcases ARC Raiders at its best

What makes the short film so powerful? Even though it is a passion project created without any support or tools from Embark, it radiates a highly professional quality due to the team.

Written, directed, and produced by Gage Allen, who has worked on official trailers for titles like Baldur’s Gate 3, Divinity: Original Sin 2, or Stellaris. But also among the voice actors are professional voices from Game of Thrones (Edwars Dogliani), Hades (Avalon Penrose), and SMITE (Sarah Ruth Thomas).

In addition to the strong performance of the voice actors, the short film impresses mainly through its staging and beauty. Here, the professional backgrounds of the team are evident, creating images one would expect in the cinema. Here you can see a few screenshots from the film on YouTube that illustrate this:

How does the ARC Raiders community react to the film project? The community of the shooter is more than impressed with the team’s achievement. Under the video, they express their enthusiasm and prove how effective the short film actually is:

  • “You perfectly captured the feeling of doom that the developers wanted to convey. With the old, grainy VHS style and all. That gave me goosebumps… immediate goosebumps,” writes @houseofexiles.
  • “Creating something like this without access to developer tools and solely with self-recorded footage and editing skills… that’s phenomenal,” thinks @tohrmentrixabyss1713.
  • “I love how you incorporated the PvPvE and the debates around it,” praises @robert_39e.
  • “This is pure cinema. If Embark hasn’t put you on their payroll yet, they should change that as soon as possible,” finds @Phaultless.

You can watch the entire short film here:

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As of this article’s publication, the short film is less than 24 hours old and has already been viewed over 14,000 times. If you are a big fan of the game or have become curious, we highly recommend you take 12 minutes of your day to give the film a chance.

The world of ARC Raiders is full of challenges, but amidst all these dangers, there is also room for surprising mercy. One player made it his mission to revive all defeated enemies if they are nice enough: Player from ARC Raiders rewards his defeated enemies with life – but only if they follow his code of conduct

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“Very important findings”: Larian knows what you have been staring at in the trailer for Divinity – acts just as innocent as caught fans

Larian has solid evidence of where in the trailer for Divinity you have rewound the most. One of the developers acts completely innocent, fans too (even if they were caught red-handed).

What kind of evidence is that? YouTube has a built-in feature that highlights the most viewed parts of a video. You can recognize this by a graph: If it goes up, it can mean that viewers have rewound this part more often.

If you look at what the highlights in the Divinity trailer are, two scenes stand out right away. Unsurprisingly, both scenes are where it unexpectedly becomes sexy for a moment – amidst all the vomit and violence in the trailer.

For reasons of youth protection, the trailer is only available on YouTube, but there in full length. Once again, a reminder that this trailer is only suitable for an adult audience.

Instead, here you see the trailer for the predecessor, Divinity: Original Sin 2:

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Divinity: Original Sin 2 Trailer

Larian knows what you did

The developers have noticed: They have realized which scenes their fans wanted to see more than once. Michael Douse, the Publishing Director at Larian Studios (the developers of Divinity and Baldur’s Gate 3), recently shared a screenshot on X.

This screenshot likely represents an excerpt from an internal conversation among the developers. There someone writes: “Never noticed our 2 most replayed moments were the sexy times in xcal trailer [xcal presumably stands for Excalibur, the former codename for Divinity].” Douse jokingly refers to some “very important findings”.

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However, a user on X protects the caught fans. @The_Raxir writes: “To be fair, this was the best look at the Lizard race and seeing if they were in the game.” He adds:

“I’m sure all these people are just giant Larian Lizard fans like myself and there’s no ulterior motive as to why this section in particular was replayed.”

Holy_lettuce, on the other hand, says: “Probably people not being able to tell exactly what went on because it was on screen for like .2 seconds so people went back, kinda like doing a double take lol”

The trailer sparked a lot of discussions when it was first shown at the Game Awards 2025: Some found it great, others thought it was too intense. Larian, the developers of the game, do not shy away from disgusting and gruesome scenes – not to mention that it also became risqué.

Since this trailer, Larian has not released a new one, but we already know quite a bit about the new Divinity. Everything that is known so far has been compiled for you in one place. You can find the link to this article here: Divinity: Release, Trailer and Gameplay – What we know about the new game from the creators of Baldur’s Gate 3

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Players discover fossils in Pokémon Pokopia, hoping for more than just collectibles

In Pokémon Pokopia there are supposed to be fossils, but a screenshot showed the community that they are more than just a checklist. Fans wish that the game simply copies Animal Crossing and pays tribute to fossil Pokémon in their “raw state”.

How were the fossils seen in-game? In a post on the subreddit for Pokopia, in-game images were shown that provide more clues about fossils and fossil Pokémon in the new spin-off coming in March. A complete fossilized skeleton of a Bollterus, as well as one of a Rameidon, are presented on the map.

Pokopia fossils
Shared images featuring the fossils of Bollterus and Rameidon (Image source: cloud5zero on Reddit)

A few days ago, news circulated on social media that fossils would play a role in Pokopia. But how exactly that (besides a previously shown inventory on X) should look was still unclear. Now it can be seen that they can not only be collected and possibly traded but also exhibited.

And this possibility is already exciting the community: “Just when I thought I couldn’t be more hyped…” (Far_Two on Reddit)

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With Pokémon Pokopia, Nintendo mixes two of its most popular franchises for the Switch

Fossils are another of the many similarities to Animal Crossing

What does the community wish for? The community is excited by this new revelation and wonders if the models of the fossil Pokémon could hint at additional content.

The similarity to Nintendo’s Animal Crossing has been undeniable since the first announcement of Pokopia. Through fossils, the game could offer another feature from the franchise. There are also fossils in Animal Crossing that can be collected and donated to a museum, where a substantial exhibit gradually accumulates.

This would also make sense in Pokopia, as one of Ditto’s tasks is to rebuild stunted buildings in a possibly post-apocalyptic, nearly forgotten Pokémon world . This includes museums, which appear in some games of the series.

What other possible uses could there be for the fossil Pokémon? Whether the fossils are merely cosmetics or collectibles cannot be stated without further information from Nintendo. However, the community has ideas about what mechanics the fossils could encompass:

“The fossils will probably be used for habitats!” writes Scooterman1994, “I was wondering if we would bring them back to life like in the main games, but it seems like they are a means to attract fossil Pokémon to your town.”

imago_monkei writes: “This is what I hoped for from Pokémon Legends: Z – A. I wanted the museum to exhibit all fossils as skeletons and that behind the museum, a park with living specimens would be established that we could catch.”

Since you can terraform the island of Pokopia yourself, it could cater to this wish with a potential museum like in Animal Crossing.

Pokémon Pokopia plays differently than the main games in a world where no trainers have been seen so far. However, the environment, dilapidated remnants of buildings, and gadgets like the Pokédex suggest that they must have existed at some point. You can find more about this theory here on MeinMMO: Pokémon Pokopia has a new ghost Pikachu, but it bodes ill for the trainers

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An anime from 2025 is currently saving my evening, bringing exciting puzzles and sci-fi

MeinMMO editor Jasmin is currently enjoying her lunch break and evening after work with an exciting Anime. The series originally started in 2025, but she is only just now getting around to catching up on it. She somewhat regrets this.

The lunch break is the perfect length to watch an episode of an anime. But I also enjoy watching new anime series in the evening. One staple for me is Detective Conan, as the series is perfect for watching in the background.

What I also appreciate about Detective Conan are the riddles and thriller elements. However, it is a long-running series that is still ongoing even after more than 30 years.

I am currently watching an anime that will conclude with one season and also contains exciting riddles. This series actually premiered last year. But I’ve only just become aware of it.

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The anime Gnosia lets you puzzle over who the monster is

Among Us as a Colorful Anime

The anime Gnosia can best be described as a sci-fi thriller. It is based on the story of the eponymous social deduction game on Steam and encompasses the complete narrative, even featuring a true ending.

  • The main character, Yuri, awakens without memories on a spaceship. He realizes that he is not the only person on board.
  • Among the crew are Gnosia. These are shape-shifting beings that take on human form and want to eliminate the crew.
  • Every day, the crew must discuss to put one person into cold sleep. If the Gnosia are caught, the other human crew members win with their lives.

Gnosia felt reminiscent of Werewolves in Space or Among Us. Although there are no tasks that the crew members need to complete, the principle is otherwise very similar. Each day, one person is chosen. During the following hyperspace jump, the Gnosia will take a person and kill them.

However, the game doesn’t end after one episode. There are several episodes with different rounds that are explained within the narrative.

As time goes on, more roles are added, making the game trickier and more exciting. For example, the engineer can check which identity lies behind a crew member. The doctor, on the other hand, can check the frozen body to see if it was a human or a Gnosia.

What I love about the anime are the different, colorful characters with quirky personalities. I can immediately remember each character and understand how they tick. From a “fully tattooed” lady to a dolphin in a spacesuit, there’s all sorts of creativity.

The anime gives us enough time to form a complete picture of them. Because it is important for the narrative that we learn more about them. I have rarely seen so many characters in one place with such a strong memorability.

Since the anime is based on the complete game, there will likely not be a second season. New episodes of the anime are still being released weekly. But once the first season is concluded, you can start a short anime that tells a complete story.

The series is therefore perfect for those who don’t want to start a lengthy long-format anime like Detective Conan. If you want to read more anime recommendations with a short episode count, you can check out the following article: 5 great anime for the next, way too short weekend

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MeinMMO shows you in video 8 mistakes of the Sauercrowd proving that WoW Classic will show no mercy even in 2026

In WoW Classic, even the slightest negligence can lead to doom. This is especially true when playing in Hardcore mode with Permadeath. Many Sauercrowd streamers have lost their characters. MeinMMO shows you 8 mistakes they made in the video – so you don’t have to.

What is the new video about? In our latest video on the MeinMMO YouTube channel, we look at 8 mistakes that have already cost the streamers of the Sauercrowd event characters in WoW Classic Hardcore.

Here’s what mistakes you should absolutely avoid in WoW Classic:

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WoW Classic does not forgive negligence

These are the mistakes you should avoid: While modern MMORPGs – including today’s WoW – guide their players more, that is not the case with WoW Classic. The game explains very little, and especially newcomers will have to find their way around it at first.

Some of these mistakes can be easily avoided if you are careful:

  • Caves quickly become death zones for new characters.
  • Negligence, for example, if you are distracted by something else, will be punished.
  • Fall damage is a final boss, and Murlocs are no joke (even if they look like one).

In some places, WoW Classic is simply unfair, or the mechanics cause an undeserved death. Both become all the more painful when you lose a character because of them.

What is Sauercrowd actually? It is an event in World of Warcraft, launched in December 2025 by Twitch streamers Metashi12, HandOfBlood, and Papaplatte.

Over 200 content creators are on a mission to complete the “Molten Core” raid as part of the “Sauercrowd” guild. They play WoW in the Classic version and additionally in Hardcore mode. If a character dies, it is lost forever.

MeinMMO editor-in-chief and MMORPG expert Karsten Scholz was recently a guest on GameStar Talk to discuss Sauercrowd and the great WoW renaissance. You can find the video on the GameStar Talk YouTube channel

With so many streamers, something new happens all the time in the Sauercrowd universe. To stay on top of the highlights from the last days, we summarize them in one place. You can find the overview on MeinMMO: Sauercrowd: The most important highlights of the last days at a glance

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What makes Subnautica 2 so special that it is the most wished game on Steam?

Subnautica 2 is currently the most wished-for game on Steam. But why is that? MeinMMO answers the question.

What kind of game is it? Subnautica 2 is the announced successor to the survival hit Subnautica and its corresponding DLC Subnautica: Below Zero. The Subnautica games take players into the depths of oceans on alien planets. Most of the gameplay occurs below the surface of the sea.

In the first Subnautica game, players crash-land on an alien planet in a huge spaceship. Gradually, it becomes clear that the aliens on the planet are largely extinct. The cause is a virus that has spread throughout the planet.

Players are not only focused on survival but also on finding a cure for the virus, as the protagonist is infected as well. Subnautica is not just a survival game; the depth of the seemingly infinite ocean creates a true horror effect.

How successful is it? Looking at the wishlist ranking on Steam, the first place is quickly clear: Subnautica 2. On SteamDB, the game has over 260,000 followers. But what is the reason for this?

MeinMMO has looked at the many factors that contribute to the desire for Subnautica 2 and provides an assessment.

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Subnautica 2: The first gameplay trailer for the survival hit on Steam

The Most Wished-for Feature in the Most Wished-for Game: Multiplayer

Subnautica 1 was already a hit with players in its early access state. However, the biggest criticism was that there was no multiplayer. Players could only explore the depths alone, unless they used a mod.

The second part, however, promises this from the start and likely ensures that even more players are looking forward to Subnautica 2 than before.

New Technology, New Gameplay, New Story

The “wow-new” effect is also present in Subnautica 2. After players had only the first part and one DLC to experience survival horror for years, they naturally look forward to something new or “fresh”.

While Subnautica was built on the Unity engine, Subnautica 2 is based on the Unreal Engine 5, which can deliver even more. Additionally, it can be gleaned from the trailer that while the gameplay is broadly the same, it has definitely received an update.

Lastly, Subnautica 2 offers a new world and a new story, the secrets of which await discovery.

Delays and Waiting Times Increase Desire

Often, one wants what one cannot have. Subnautica 1 was released in December 2014, which is 12 years, and thus a long time in which more and more fans have found their way to the franchise, while also giving more room for anticipation. Subnautica 1 has a positive rating of 97% on Steam.

In July 2025, it was announced that Subnautica 2 would be postponed from 2025 to 2026. Developer studio Unknown Worlds announced that the delay is due to the lack of refinement (via unknownworlds.com).

The former developer Charlie Cleveland also remarked during this time on Reddit that Subnautica 2 is allegedly already ready for early access. This stands in stark contrast to the official statement from Unknown Worlds.

This news that the game is essentially playable likely increased the anticipation among upcoming players even more. This inconsistency between the developer studio and the former developer generates attention that leads to even more waiting players.

A DLC That Is Not a Sequel

With the release of Subnautica: Below Zero in 2021, players were excited to explore more within the Subnautica franchise. The DLC received a slightly lower score of 93% positive ratings on Steam compared to the first part.

Negative reviews on Steam mainly criticize the small map and the many land sections when compared to the first part. It was not a sequel to Subnautica, but “only” a DLC. This raises expectations for the second part, which would come with a real upgrade.

An official release date for Subnautica 2 is not yet known. However, it is clear that the game, just like its predecessor, will be released in early access.

When Subnautica 2 is released, Steam might want to check again to see if the servers can handle the influx of players. In September 2025, another highly anticipated game celebrated its release on Steam: Hollow Knight: Silksong, the sequel to Hollow Knight: Hollow Knight: Silksong celebrates its release, but Steam’s servers are down – players receive errors during purchase

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Over 150 hours I defeated endless alien hordes as a potato on Steam, and with 96% happy players, I’m not alone

There are plenty of really good roguelites on Steam but one of them has particularly caught the attention of MeinMMO author Ody. And not just him: 96% positive reviews speak for themselves.

The game is called Brotato, and it’s crazier than it sounds: A spaceship from the potato world crashes on an alien planet. The only survivor of this disaster is Brotato – the only potato that can handle 6 weapons at the same time. 

Now we have to fight against hordes of aliens, using everything we can … get our … fingers (?) … on. The game has directly grabbed me with its absurd premise and has kept me fighting as a potato for a hefty 150 hours so far.

Brotato is one of the best roguelites you can play on Steam, and it comes at a pretty low price. Normally, it’s only 4.99 €. Until February 25, you’ll even pay less, just 2.99 €. So it’s definitely worth picking up.

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Simple gameplay concept executed really well

At its core, Brotato is a rather simple arena shooter, but that’s what makes it so good. It’s a simple yet challenging game that has been polished to a high shine. Before each round, we select our potato. Currently, there are 49 different ones.

The various potatoes essentially form classes and come with their own bonuses. However, most of them also have some strong disadvantages. Here are a few examples: 

  • The Hunter is particularly strong with ranged weapons thanks to his higher range at the beginning and deals more critical damage, but he is more fragile.
  • The Vampire becomes stronger the more damage he has taken – but he can only heal himself by defeating enemies.
  • The Golem is generally very tough but can’t heal at all during a round.

At the start, you only have the basic potato available for selection, and you unlock the rest. The basic potato has no strong bonuses or disadvantages. Your potato is shaped by items, which you find in chests that you pick up from the ground during a round. Or you buy them in the shop with materials that defeated enemies drop. By the way, you can also find new weapons there.

The items in the shop are always randomly selected. From experience, I can say that it’s more likely to see weapons in the shop that you already have. If you combine two weapons of the same level, they level up and become stronger.

The variety of unique weapons and items is already huge, and new ones are always being added. Just recently, with the “Paws & Claws” update, pets were added, creating an entirely new item class. Even after 150 hours, I keep discovering new items.

The Steam reviews for Brotato also speak highly of the game. Out of over 100,000 reviews, 96% are positive:

  • “Nice game to play casual while doing other stuff, like talking to friends about all kinds of topics etc.,” says Steam user Glühwein in his review.
  • “There is no way I’ve played this game for 143 hours,” writes PirateButtSlam in his review, and he’s right – now it’s over 200 hours.
  • “Playing this game is easy. It’s like riding a bike..
    Except the bike is on fire and you’re on fire and everything is on fire and then you’re back to the beginning,” says Steam user Jakap in his review.

But there are still many more roguelites and roguelikes on Steam that are also worth a look. A new one might come from just two developers. Find out what it is here: New ARPG mixes Path of Exile 2 with one of the most successful games on Steam, with only 2 developers

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