The former Twitch streamer Ludwig Ahgren has been recognized many times within the streaming industry for his activities. However, he did not expect one award: the “Gaymer of the Year” award from the dating platform Grindr.
In the meantime, Ludwig is one of the biggest streamers who repeatedly hosts major events, such as “Chess Boxing”. He even owned a company that he later sold to the employees for 2 USD.
In the past, he has already won several awards in the gaming industry, including “Streamer of the Year” in 2022 and 2024 at the Streamer Awards and “Content Creator of the Year” in 2022 at the Game Awards.
In our video, we present to you the five most relevant Twitch streamers from the German space:
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These are the 5 most relevant German streamers on Twitch in 2024, according to Google
Ludwig is Grindr’s “Gaymer of the Year”
What kind of dating platform is this? Grindr is a dating platform for gay men. They can use it to meet, hang out, and date other gay men.
This is the award: As part of their own “Wrapped”, a type of data analysis originally launched by the music streaming platform Spotify, Grindr released data about its users. They call it “Unwrapped”.
Additionally, categories were created where users could vote for their favorite. These included “Baby Girl of the Year,” “Hottest Man,” and also “Gaymer of the Year.”
The “Gaymer of the Year” award had five spots. Ludwig came in first place.
“I am not gay”
Why is this interesting? In the category, the other four spots were occupied exclusively by queer streamers, except for Ludwig:
5th place: DeVoglaer
4th place: Hazlanz
3rd place: farrahrized
2nd place: upuntil.dawn
Ludwig thus felt the need to clarify that he is not gay. He said in a short video on YouTube: “I am not gay. (…) And after seeing the other spots, I feel like this should have gone to a gay person.”
In general, the streamer took the award with humor and laughed in the video. Here you can watch it:
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After the launch weekend of Path of Exile 2, the first patch with many new features is here. MeinMMO has the German patch notes for you.
What changes with the loot? The loot in Path of Exile 2 is one of the biggest points of criticism from players. Even a pro with 7,000 hours of experience was dissatisfied. Therefore, with the patch, the developers are making some changes to improve the loot in the game.
Bosses that you defeat in the acts for the second time now drop fewer currency items and instead drop more other loot. The chance of drops for currency items is increased. For Regal Orbs, for example, by about 40% and for Lesser Jewellers Orbs by about 33%.
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Here you can see how bosses are created in Path of Exile 2:
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Path of Exile 2: The new trailer reveals how the bosses of the action RPG come into being
Path of Exile 2 Patch Notes in German
The following changes are set to come to the game this week with the first major update. Some of the changes are already live in the game without a patch. We list those below. Here are the official patch notes:
Changes to the Dodge Roll
Many players have expressed their frustration about being cornered by monsters. While it is intended for monsters to be able to catch and kill players, we have noticed that this is happening a bit too often.
The following changes will be made in an upcoming patch:
The player size will be set to Zero units during the dodge roll instead of One unit.
Some smaller monsters can be pushed away during the dodge roll. This includes monsters like the Adorned Beetles in Keth.
This should lead to being cornered less often.
Note that you can still be cornered. A player size of zero does not allow you to walk through monsters, but you can slip through the smallest gaps between them.
Changes to Checkpoints
Many players have reported that it can be tedious to traverse familiar areas of the map again to return to previously discovered objectives.
The following change will be made in an upcoming patch:
Clicking on a checkpoint will allow you to teleport to other checkpoints in the region that have been explored on the minimap.
Checkpoints have been added to all entrances and exits of zones to enable teleportations.
A checkpoint has been added to the center of the first Dreadnaught area.
We will continue to adjust the positions of the checkpoints based on your feedback.
Changes to Items
A major issue that players have experienced is the feeling that the game is not rewarding enough. We need to be very careful here, as it is difficult to reduce drop rates once they have been increased.
We have identified a few key areas that should significantly improve the player experience.
Changes to Rare Monsters
We felt that rare monsters were not rewarding enough. This was less noticeable in the campaign since there are more Unique Bosses there, increasing the total number of drops. However, it became clearer in the endgame, where Unique Monsters are less frequent.
In particular, the rewards for the increased difficulty of rare monsters were inadequate.
The following changes have been made:
The Rarity Bonus per rare modifier has been doubled.
+10% Quantity Bonus per rare modifier.
The chance of rare monsters appearing with more modifiers has increased with progress in the endgame.
These changes will lead to the rewards from rare monsters increasing automatically in the higher level range, as the number of modifiers a monster can have increases throughout the campaign and in endgame. Additionally, many other mechanics affecting “Map Juicing” will also cause more modifiers on rare monsters, thereby increasing the rewards.
Additionally, a change ensures that every map contains a minimum number of rare monsters, which further increases the average number of rare mods and thus the drops.
Changes to Currency
We felt that players were not receiving enough specific currencies in the early game or had difficulty applying mods to maps.
The following changes have been made:
Drop rates of Regal Orbs have been increased by about 40%.
Un-embedding items with six mods now gives two Regal Shards instead of one.
Drop rates of Lesser Jeweller’s Orbs have been increased by about 33%.
Drop rate of Chaos Orbs has been slightly reduced as they are less valued and to ease the pool for “rare currencies.” This will cause currencies like Exalted Orbs to become slightly more common.
Drop rates of Gemcutter’s Prisms have been increased by 500%.
Gemcutter’s Prisms now increase the quality of gems by 5% instead of 1%.
Changes to Map Mods
As with rare monsters, we felt that players were not sufficiently rewarded for the difficulty added by map mods.
We have significantly increased the value of all prefix modifiers on maps.
The following changes have been made:
Rarity Mods have been increased by 2.5 times.
Quantity Mods now additionally include Rarity (in a later patch).
The lowest tier of some mods has been removed.
Modifiers affecting drops or the size of monster groups are more likely to be rolled instead of less useful mods.
Additionally, it has been found that some areas were not affected by the “Increased Number of Monster Packs” modification as they should have been. These maps will be corrected in a later patch.
Unlucky Drop Protection
A major issue we have identified is “unlucky” outliers in drops. A poor drop from a single Unique Boss, especially at the start, can significantly impair a character.
The following changes have been made:
No more than 50% of the drops from a Unique Monster can be gold.
Act Bosses and Map Bosses now always drop at least 1 rare item.
Click to Move
There was a problem where the “Move Only” command caused Namelocking. This often led to characters confusingly attacking in an unexpected direction while this action was held down.
The following change has been made:
Move Only no longer executes namelocking.
Endgame Maps
One concern of players in endgame maps is overlooking rare monsters by accident. Additionally, many maps did not have the number of rare monsters they should have had.
The following changes will be made in an upcoming patch:
Rare monsters will now appear on the minimap when there are still 200 monsters remaining instead of 50.
Many maps have received additional rare monsters to ensure that there is a minimum number in every map type.
In the coming weeks, we will continue to work on map layouts and the diversity of monsters in maps.
Patch Notes 0.1.0c – These changes are already live
Some changes to the game can be deployed by the developers of Path of Exile 2 to the servers without a patch. The following changes are already live in the game:
Campaign bosses drop fewer currency items after the first kill and instead drop more other items.
The drop rate of Regal Orbs has been increased.
The drop rate of Gemcutter’s Prisms has been significantly increased.
A single Gemcutter’s Prism now improves the quality of a skill gem by +5% (previously +1%).
The drop rate of Chaos Orbs has been reduced, and their values have been redistributed to higher valued currency items like Regal Orbs and Exalted Orbs.
The drop rate of Artificer’s Orbs has been reduced and redistributed to Lesser Jeweller’s Orbs.
Un-embedding rare items with 6 modifiers now gives 2 Regal Shards (previously 1). The displayed value remains at 1 until a later patch.
The values of all prefix modifiers that can be rolled on Waystones have been increased. The chance to frequently receive powerful modifiers such as increases in Rarity and Pack Size has been adjusted.
Monster modifiers now grant higher values for Item Rarity and Item Quantity. This particularly affects magic and rare enemies but can also apply to Unique Enemies when they are affected by endgame mechanics such as the Deadly Evolution Keystone.
The chance of rare monsters having 3 or 4 modifiers in maps has been increased.
Rare monsters in maps will now be shown on the minimap when there are still 200 monsters remaining (previously 50).
A bug has been fixed where persistent buff skills like Raging Spirits and Mana Remnants did not work for the Infernalist in demon form.
A bug has been fixed where one sometimes could not interact with the map device in The Ziggurat Refuge.
A bug has been fixed where monsters that were shattered in a Blood Circle Ultimatum encounter contributed no blood.
A bug has been fixed that caused the instance to permanently freeze when resurrecting a Chronomancer.
A bug has been fixed where rare monsters could not be found in the Chimeral Wetlands.
A bug has been fixed where the “Move only” action caused namelocking.
In Pokémon GO the “Young and Wise” event has been announced. In addition to some rare monsters, you can also earn some extra experience points during the event.
What kind of event is this? “Young and Wise” is an event that starts on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM and will be active until Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
As the name suggests, there will be primarily young Pokémon to hatch as well as some wise Pokémon that you can face in raids and which are rarely found in Pokémon GO. Additionally, there will be 2 XP bonuses during the event.
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Young and Wise – All Content
Which Pokémon are available in raids? During the event, you can encounter and challenge the following Pokémon in raids:
1-Star Raids:
Sheinux*
Zurrokex*
Balgoras*
Paragoni*
Miniras*
3-Star Raids:
Simsala*
Kommandutan*
Sen-Long*
Damythir*
5-Star Raids:
Genesect (Freezing Module)* until December 12 at 10 AM
Mega Raids:
Mega-Banette* until December 12 at 10 AM
Mega-Latios* from December 12 at 10 AM
Sen-Long and Damythir are likely to be especially interesting because these two Pokémon cannot be caught in the game normally and can only be encountered in events.
All Pokémon marked with an * can also be found in their Shiny form.
Which Pokémon are available in eggs? If you hatch 2 km eggs during the event, you can obtain the following Pokémon:
Togepi*
Rabauz*
Kussilla*
Mobai*
Wonneira*
Mampfaxo*
These Pokémon can also be hatched as Shiny with some luck.
What bonuses are there during the event? If you successfully complete raid battles during the event, you will receive double the amount of experience points. This bonus also applies to hatching eggs.
What other content is available? As usual, there will also be separate field researches in the event, where you can receive event Pokémon as rewards.
Additionally, you can also participate in PokéStop showcases with event Pokémon and complete appropriate collector challenges.
The “Young and Wise” event is just one of many that await you in the coming weeks. The new season has begun in Pokémon GO and brings many new contents that are waiting for you. You can also find out about the events in December 2024 in Pokémon GO with us.
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A former Rockstar developer explains why a community wish for GTA 6 is very difficult to implement properly. He references GTA San Andreas and GTA 4.
What is it about and who is the developer? Obbe Vermeij was at Rockstar for 14 years and worked as Technical Director on GTA 3, GTA Vice City, GTA San Andreas, and GTA 4. Recently, on X, the veteran was asked whether it is possible with the current state of technology to offer many explorable indoor areas in GTA 6. Many players wish for that.
In his response (via X), Vermeij admits that one might think such a thing is feasible. However, in his opinion, there is a challenge that makes implementation very difficult:
One might think that this should be possible. The problem with procedurally generated interiors, however, is that they often feel a bit similar. We tried this before for San Andreas and GTA 4, but ultimately gave up the idea.
The first trailer for GTA 6 makes you crave more:
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Rockstar Games shows GTA 6 for the first time in the trailer
Less is more
What does that mean? When it comes to a game with the dimensions of a GTA title, you have two options:
You incorporate certain elements (like interiors) in large numbers into the game world but must procedurally generate a good part of them due to the enormous scale, which often makes them feel generic.
You choose to design these elements by hand, but then can only offer a small number of explorable indoor areas.
A current example of this can be found in Elden Ring. The main game had a fairly large number of dungeons, but they only had a few design “themes” and quickly felt similar. In the expansion Shadow of the Erdtree, there are significantly fewer dungeons, but they offer more distinct features.
You have recently started with Throne and Liberty and are looking for a German guide for a build with the new weapon spear that will serve you well after the leveling phase?MeinMMO has a strong recommendation for you!
We present you with a simple yet powerful build for beginners. You can find alternative build suggestions for damage dealers, healers, and tanks in the following articles:
All builds rely on strong yet relatively easy-to-play weapon combinations and shine especially in PvE challenges for groups like dungeons and raids.
Update from December 10, 2024: We have detailed our spear build.
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This trailer gets you ready for the adventure in Throne and Liberty:
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Throne and Liberty: Claim the Throne – Launch Trailer of the MMORPG
“Spear Build” with spear and two-handed sword
In our tier list for the builds from Throne and Liberty, the combination of spear and two-handed sword ranks at the top in both PvE AND PvP, specifically in the A-tier. With both melee weapons, you can deal high damage, effectively control groups of enemies, serve as a tank when needed, and farm or level efficiently.
Advantages of the build:
Strong area damage
Many control options
Versatile and flexible
Easy to play
Disadvantages of the build:
Other builds achieve higher single-target damage (for example, against bosses)
Two-handed sword and spear have different melee ranges
How to increase your stats
Mobility and strength are essential for this play style. The focus should be on unlocking the bonus for strong attack with 50 strength. The more points you invest in mobility afterwards, the better. If you have mana issues, it might be worth investing a few points in wisdom. Additionally, it can be a sensible alternative to take the increased buff duration of 5 percent via perception (at the cost of mobility).
Selection of active skills
Use the following active skills with the specified enhancements:
Defense: Patient Block
Slaughtering Bow (with Burning Bow, cooldown, and damage increase)
Falling Axe Blade (with cooldown reduction and area damage)
Willbreaker (with damage area change)
Tempestuous Wrath (with Phoenix Barrage and Critical Aftereffects)
Abyss Splitter (with Rising Split and Critical Split)
Death Strike (with Charges Damage and cooldown reduction)
Smashing Spear (with Spear Inferno)
Ascending Blow (with Explosive Damage)
Stunning Strike (with increased damage)
Unyielding Guardian (with Guardian Bastion)
Ruthless Wrath (with Explosive Wrath and damage increase)
Precision Sprint
Selection of passive skills
You can activate up to eight passive skills at level 50. Here is our recommendation:
Impressive Form
Surge of Malice
Deadly Wrath
Revengeful Blow
Robust Constitution
Cold Warrior
Vital Force
Moral of the Victor
The spear delivers deadly attacks at high range.
How to upgrade your skills
Throughout the leveling phase, you can upgrade your skills using growth books. Prioritize the skills as follows, bringing the mentioned abilities to blue before aiming for the purple levels:
Active Skills:
Death Strike
Falling Axe Blade
Ruthless Wrath
Smashing Spear
Slaughtering Bow
Ascending Blow
Stunning Strike
Abyss Splitter
Passive Skills:
Robust Constitution
Vital Force
Cold Warrior
Moral of the Victor
All other skills you use can be upgraded afterwards at your own discretion.
The best weapon masteries
Put enough points into Destroy and Duel for the spear to reach the last talent in each. This leaves only one point over for Storm. You only continue down this branch if you want to give up a better tank in exchange for max. health.
For the two-handed sword, almost all points go into the two lower branches as well. Firm Determination and Stinging Blindness are simply too good to pass up. The last point goes into Storm (ranged defense) due to lack of alternatives.
Playstyle for boss fights
Begin each fight by strengthening yourself and your allies with Unyielding Guardian. Then follow up with Precision Sprint to increase the chance of high melee damage. With Abyss Splitter, you shock your target next, followed by a Falling Axe Blade.
Next come Willbreaker, a second Precision Sprint, and the switch to the spear. Now let Slaughtering Bow, Stunning Strike, and Tempestuous Wrath follow. The conclusion of the rotation consists of Ruthless Wrath, Smashing Spear, and Ascending Blow.
If you just want a quick rotation for area damage situations, focus on Unyielding Guardian, Precision Sprint, Falling Axe Blade, Abyss Splitter, Tempestuous Wrath, Ruthless Wrath, and Smashing Spear.
The statement in an interview regarding the remake of the horror classic Nosferatu caused outrage at PETA: According to the director, more than 5,000 live rats were used for the shooting of a scene. Just before the premiere, the organization speaks out.
Why is PETA upset? The animal welfare organization PETA (short for “People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals”) is reacting angrily to a statement by Robert Eggers, the director of the new Nosferatu film.
In the Q&A of the first screening, Eggers revealed that he used 5,000 live rats for the filming of a scene, which in the film symbolically bring the deadly plague to the city.
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The trailer for the remake of the horror classic: Nosferatu by Robert Eggers
Rats as scapegoats for the plague?
What does PETA criticize about the use of the rats? PETA has long criticized the use of animals in films, series, and other media. The use of the mentioned 5,000 rats for entertainment purposes and their portrayal as disease-carrying vermin is described by the organization as “highly shameful”:
In real life, a rat is no more likely to harm or kill a human than a vampire, and false portrayals of these animals as harbingers of death deny viewers the chance to see them as the intelligent, social, and caring individuals they are. The only ‘plagues’ that viewers should be worried about are directors who expose animals to the chaos and confusion of a shoot.
Lauren Thomasson, PETA Director for Animals in Film and Television (Source: PETA)
PETA urges the audience not to adhere to the stereotypical image propagated by the film industry but to recognize the other social sides of rodents. They form close bonds, play together, and laugh when they are tickled.
Where does PETA get these statements from? The fact that rats are not the cause of the plague is based on a study in which scientists identify a different cause and spread of the “Black Death”. In the study, scientists examined various possibilities in the form of simulations for how the plague might have spread.
According to the scientists, there is too little historical and archaeological evidence for rats as the primary carriers of plague outbreaks. Rather, they see fleas and ticks on humans as the most plausible explanation.
No rat was lost
What do the director and the film crew say about the rats? Production designer Craig Lathrop informs Variety that not a single rat was overlooked or lost, as they were kept in a controlled area.
Eggers explained that the rats visible in the foreground of the shot are real. The animals seen in the background of the scene from a distance are CGI rats. He also adds that the live rodents were very well trained, but the smell on set was quite crazy.
What’s next? PETA decides to make a statement against blaming animals for the spread of the plague by attending a Nosferatu screening in Beverly Hills with an oversized rat. While the premiere of Nosferatu in the USA takes place on December 25, 2024, the German release date is set for January 2, 2025. For those interested in more movie releases in December 2024, they might also look forward to this film: Mufasa: The Lion King: Release date, trailer, and age rating – All the info about the prequel to the Disney hit
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The Infernal Hordes are in Diablo 4an endgame activity where you fight against waves of enemies. As you do this, you collect Burning Ether to receive rewards. You can learn how the mode works and what you need for it here on MeinMMO.
Update, December 10: The article has been revised and updated.
What kind of new mode is this?With Season 5 a new endgame activity has been introduced in Diablo 4: the “Infernal Hordes.” This activity is a key component of the “Season of the Infernal Hordes” and is available on all torment levels.
The activity is based on monster waves, and you can start it solo or with your friends in the eternal and seasonal realm. To start the activity, you first need to complete a quest and have a compass. Below, you will learn how it all works.
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Diablo 4: Developers offer insight into the Season of the Infernal Hordes
Infernal Hordes: How to start the endgame activity
How do I start the Infernal Hordes? To start the Infernal Hordes, you need to complete several tasks:
Start the quest chain “Of Lambs and Wolves” at a torment level and progress.
Start the quest chain “The Eyes of the Enemy” and progress.
Complete the quest.
You unlock the Infernal Hordes. You will not receive any compasses before that.
The quest chain is available in both eternal and seasonal realms. You only need to complete it once on your account – unless you switch to Hardcore.
The path to the Infernal Hordes in the eternal and seasonal realm. Source: Blizzard
To open the Infernal Hordes activity, you need an Infernal Compass. These compasses, which function as keys to the activity, have a different number of waves. The more waves you have, the more Ether you can collect.
How do the Infernal Hordes proceed? In the Infernal Hordes, you fight against waves of monsters that last 60 seconds. During this time, you collect Burning Ether, whether you play solo or in a group. Your animal companion collects the “currency” for you.
If your character dies, you do not lose any Ether, but: The respawns are limited. Between waves, you select a “Hellish Gift” – also known as “Curse and Blessing.” This allows you to optionally increase the strength of the monsters, certain types of monsters, and the rewards.
Which gifts are worthwhile? Gifts that allow you to choose Hellblood are the most beneficial, as they can spawn in every wave. Ideally, you can increase the spawn rates with the gifts between waves and farm a lot of Ether. Alternatively, gifts that increase the number of elite enemies and make events spawn faster are also worthwhile.
If you manage to survive the Infernal Hordes, various chests with rewards await you, from which you can choose:
Mats (Gem fragments, Obsidian) – costs all your Ether
Gold – costs all your Ether
with 200 Ether you unlock a large chest that guarantees an item with a Great Affix and often Restoration Scrolls
Infernal Hordes: Boss fight against the “Cruel Council”
Finally, you fight against the “Cruel Council.” There are a total of 5 members, and whenever you face the council in the Infernal Hordes, 3 different members are selected at random. If you defeat the council, you can also expect Burning Ether here, which you collect for the rewards. The amount depends on the world level.
Who are the bosses? The “Cruel Council” consists of council members resurrected by Mephisto from Diablo 2. In that game, this was a special monster type with its own bonuses. They were once warriors and members of the “High Council of Zakarum,” who were supposed to guard Mephisto, but were corrupted and transformed into demons by him.
In Diablo 2, there were still 7 of these members (via fandom).
Ismail Vilehand (Cursed)
Geleb Flamefinger (Fire Enchanted)
Toorc Icefist (Cold Enchanted)
Wyand Voidbringer (Teleportation)
Maffer Dragonhand (Extra Strong)
Bremm Sparkfist (Lightning Enchanted)
Bartuc the Bloody
Infernal Hordes: Loot Drops
What loot drops in the Infernal Hordes? The Infernal Hordes are a great place for Restoration Scrolls, herbs, but also for loot – such as Ancestor items. You also have a chance for various uniques:
All classes: Crown of Lucion, Enduring Faith, Shard of Verathiel, Rakanoth’s Watch, Locran’s Talisman
Barbarians: The Third Blade
Sorcerers: Vox Omnium
Druids: The Basilisk
Hunters: The Umbracrux
Necromancers: The Mortacrux
The Infernal Hordes are an endgame activity available at all torment levels since Season 5 in Diablo 4. To reach the torment levels, you level up your player characters and collect XP. How to reach the maximum level of 60 the fastest, you can find out in our article: Diablo 4: Leveling quickly – Leveling guide to level 60
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In Pokémon GO, the next Spotlight Hour is waiting for you. This time, there is Kramurx and a bonus on experience points.
What kind of event is this? A Spotlight Hour is a recurring event that takes place every week on Tuesday. Here, there is at least one Pokémon that is in the spotlight and appears in large numbers during the event.
Additionally, there is always a bonus that is active during the time of the event.
In the next Spotlight Hour, on December 10, 2024, Kramurx is waiting for you. This Pokémon is from the 2nd generation and has the types Dark and Flying. It can evolve into Kramshef.
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Spotlight Hour on December 10 – Start and Bonuses
When does the Spotlight Hour start? As usual, the Spotlight Hour starts at 6:00 PM and lasts for 60 minutes. It ends at 7:00 PM.
What bonuses are active? If you catch Pokémon during the Spotlight Hour, you will receive double the amount of experience points for doing so. This bonus applies to all monsters you catch during the event, not just Kramurx.
You can additionally use a Lucky Egg to receive even quadruple the amount of experience points when catching Pokémon.
Can you catch Shiny Kramurx? Yes, with some luck, you can also catch the Shiny form of Kramurx.
Is the Spotlight Hour worth it? In the Battle League, neither Kramurx nor its evolution Kramshef perform particularly well. You should rather rely on other Pokémon for this.
However, Kramshef can be found in the list of strongest attackers in Pokémon GO for raids. Here it is represented as a Flying attacker.
If you are currently collecting experience points, this event might be worthwhile for you. Through the bonus on experience points, especially with the help of Lucky Eggs, you can gain some additional experience points in the 60 minutes.
In addition to the Spotlight Hour, there are many other events waiting for you in the game in the coming weeks. If you want to get an overview of all events, feel free to take a look at our overview of all events in December 2024 in Pokémon GO.
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Diablo 4 heavily focuses on multiplayer aspects. MeinMMO explains what you need to know about crossplay on different platforms and co-op with other players.
Update, December 10: The article was originally published in June 2023. We have revised and updated it.
On which platforms is Diablo 4 available? Diablo 4 is available on PC (Battle.net, Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Additionally, there are versions for PS4 and Xbox One.
Does Diablo 4 offer crossplay? Yes, Diablo 4 can be played fully crossplay without restrictions.
Does Diablo 4 offer cross-progression? Yes, if you own Diablo 4 on multiple platforms, your progress will be saved between them. However, progress in Diablo 4 is tied to your Battle.net account and shared across platforms.
Can I disable crossplay? Yes, you can turn off cross-platform play, but you must be in the main menu of Diablo 4 to do so. You can find the crossplay settings in the menu under the “Connect” tab. There you can toggle cross-network play and cross-network communication on and off.
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Crossplay and Co-op: What is possible
How does co-op work? You can play Diablo 4 with up to 4 players in a team. There are various ways you can team up:
You make arrangements with friends to play together.
You interact with other players in the local chat of Diablo 4.
You invite players in your vicinity in the open world of Diablo 4.
If you want to play with certain players more often, you have the option to add them to your friends list. To do this, open the “Friends” tab in the game menu and click “Add Friend” at the bottom. There you can enter an email address or a BattleTag and also see your own BattleTag.
Diablo 4 has servers in different regions, and you will automatically connect to the server with the best ping. However, you can invite and play with players from all over the world without restrictions.
In the game world, you enter dungeons instanced, but there is no pure solo or offline mode. Some content, such as the game’s world bosses, is designed specifically for multiple players. There, many players invite others into a group to benefit from it.
Why is it worth playing with others? If you are simply near another player, you already receive an XP bonus of 5%. In a group, you benefit from a 10% bonus on the XP you collect in Diablo 4.
In the action RPG Diablo 4, everything revolves around looting and leveling. When it comes to leveling, there are various ways you can gather XP to reach the max level of 60 – apart from group play. We list tips and builds for this in our guide: Diablo 4: Level quickly – Leveling Guide up to Level 60
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In the 9th episode of Dragon Ball Daima, a new opponent was created, who is a mixture of two well-known villains. Presumably, he will give Son-Goku some trouble.
Warning, Spoiler: Here is information up to episode 9 of Dragon Ball Daima.
What kind of opponent is he? Majin Kuu is a demon created by the powerful witch Marba. She previously created Majin Boo and is experienced in producing strong opponents.
In the creation of Majin Kuu, she mixed the seed of a plant man with the essence of Majin Boo and other ingredients. This resulted in Majin Kuu, who visually appears as a combination of both opponents.
Majin Kuu looks like a mix of Majin Boo and a plant man.
Since Dr. Arinsu spat into her formula, the demon obeys her every word. She was the one who wanted to collect a part of Majin Boo during Vegeta’s self-destruction and create a new being from it.
Majin Kuu’s first task is to steal the Dragon Ball from the first demon realm. However, it is conceivable that he will eventually encounter Son-Goku and his friends and face them. But that won’t be easy.
You can see the trailer for Dragon Ball Daima here:
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Majin Kuu could become the first problem for Son-Goku
Why is he so strong? Majin Kuu not only possesses the regenerative abilities of Majin Boo, but also combines them with the destructive powers of the plant men.
Majin Boo could absorb opponents and gain their powers. Additionally, he could regenerate at will as long as a piece of his mass remained.
The plant men, on the other hand, spray acid from their heads and explode.
If Majin Kuu has inherited the abilities of both opponents, he would become an almost indestructible foe. He could self-detonate, causing massive damage, and then regenerate afterward if a part of his body remains.
With such a combination, Son-Goku would need to come up with something to destroy Majin Kuu. With Majin Boo, the Genkidama helped, where he gathered the strength of the inhabitants of Earth.
What else do we know about him? Majin Kuu first needs to show how strong he really is in the upcoming episodes. However, the fact that he is supposed to directly face a Tamagami as a test shows how powerful he is likely to be. The Tamagami are the guardians of the Dragon Balls of the demon realm and extremely battle-hardened.
By the way, Majin Kuu is voiced by Tomokazu Seki in the original. He has also voiced Rob Lucci from One Piece or Ichiro from the remake of Ranma ½. By the way: MeinMMO has compiled a ranking of the coolest transformations from Ranma ½: 5 cool transformations from Ranma 1/2 in the ranking
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Marvel Rivals is a new hero shooter on Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Epic Game Store, that takes the gameplay mechanics of Overwatch or Team Fortress 2 and gives them a Marvel comic twist. You get to take on the roles of various Marvel heroes and villains like Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, and Thor.However, one of these heroes currently benefits from sending his teammates to their deaths.
Which hero is it? The superhero known from the comic books and films, Doctor Strange, belongs to the “Tank” category of playable characters in Marvel Rivals. He has a shield that protects him and allies from incoming damage from the front. This shield can be used similarly to Reinhardt in Overwatch and can be activated or deactivated situationally.
Additionally, with the ability “Pentagram of Farallah,” he can create a portal that functions similarly to the portals in the games “Portal” and “Splitgate.” This means you set up 2 portals and can travel back and forth through them. You can also see what happens on the other side of the second portal and shoot at enemies through them.
With Doctor Strange’s ultimate ability, the “Eye of Agamotto,” you separate an enemy’s soul from their body. This allows you to essentially deal double damage to affected enemies, as the damage the soul suffers is also transferred to the body. You can also inflict damage on the body itself.
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How can you charge the ultimate instantly? You can charge the Eye of Agamotto shortly after the start of a round by sending your teammates to their deaths.
As the content creator “Bogur” discovered, the ultimate charge of Doctor Strange fills up when he kills team members – heroes with a lot of health, such as tanks like Hulk, Venom, or Thor seem to be particularly worthwhile in this regard.
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To start the round with your ultimate ability fully charged with Doctor Strange, your teammates should choose tank heroes. You then need to place a portal in such a way that your teammates fall to their deaths when they travel through the portals. If all your teammates with tank heroes fall off the map through one of the portals, Doctor Strange should have his ultimate ready.
At this point, it is unclear whether Doctor Strange is actually meant to receive an ultimate charge through team kills or if this is an unintended bug. It is possible that the developers will remove this approach with a patch if it is found to be unintended and too powerful.
Marvel Rivals is currently a hotly debated game. It had 480,000 players on Steam shortly after release and is sometimes criticized for its similarity to Overwatch. Former Blizzard head Mike Ybarra embarrassingly made a blunder on the topic, as he called a 50-year-old Marvel heroine an Overwatch copy: Former Blizzard head calls Marvel Rivals an “Overwatch clone” and embarrasses himself significantly
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Are you looking for the best Pals in Palworld? We present you the best Pals for combat, your base, and as mounts.
In Palworld, you can find, catch, and use over 100 different Pals for various purposes: You can use them in combat, where they will fight by your side, or make them work in your base. Some even offer the option to ride on them. We also clearly explain all elements of Pals with their strengths and weaknesses at MeinMMO.
MeinMMO presents you with the best options you can find in the game.
Our article was first published in January 2024. We updated the article on December 9, 2024, adding new information. We have extensively adapted our guide and added several Pals:
We have added three more entries (Bellanoir Libero, Shadowbeak, and Blazamut Ryu) to the Pals for combat. We moved Mammorest to the tips for beginners, as there are now stronger Pals in the game.
Element: Shadow | Skills: Crafting | Partner Skill: Sparkling Claws in the Dark | Drop: Bones |
Loupmoon is a recommended Pal if you are still not very strong or do not want to face the big boss enemies yet. Loupmoon has a partner ability that allows it to execute powerful claw attacks against opponents.
You can only find Loupmoon at night in the game world, and it often travels in packs.
Tip for Beginners: Mammorest
Element: Grass | Skills: Plants, Lumberjack, Mining | Partner Skill: Mount | Drops: High-quality Pal Oil, Leather, Mammorest Meat |
You will encounter Mammorest very early in the game, as you find the Pal in the starting zone. However, you should not start the fight immediately, as the boss Pal Mammorest is significantly above level 30 and has several thousand hit points. Especially at low levels, Mammorest will easily overpower you. Mammorest is also an option if you want to find and collect leather.
Lovander can be found later in the game, providing you with an excellent ability with its partner skill that can really help in tough battles. The “Life Drain” ability can absorb some of the damage inflicted on the player and thus restore their HP.
This makes Lovander a strong supporter. However, its dealt damage is not as high as that of other Pals on this list.
If you are lucky, Lovander will drop cake. Cake is an important ingredient for breeding Pals in Palworld.
Anubis
Element: Ground | Skills: Crafting, Transport, Mining | Partner Skill: Guardian of the Desert | Drops: Bones, Large Pal Soul, Innovative Technical Manual |
Anubis is one of the strongest Pals you can add to your team. With its area attacks, it can deal a lot of damage to your opponents and keep enemies at bay. With its quick movement and tail whip attack, Anubis is an excellent addition to your team.
Frostallion
Element: Ice | Skills: Cooling | Partner Skill: Icy Sky Horse, can be used as a flying mount. When riding, your attacks gain the attribute ice, and ice-type attacks are enhanced. | Drop: Ice Gland, Diamond |
Frostallion is considered the Pal with the best value distribution among all Pals. The Pal has the second-highest attack power and the third-highest hit points among all Pals. Only its defense values are slightly weaker. With these attributes, Frostallion is a warrior on the battlefield. Additionally, Frostallion is currently the best ice Pal you can obtain.
You can find Frostallion in the far northwest in the ice area of the map of Palworld. If you want to catch the Pal, you should equip yourself with warm clothing. Another downside: catching Frostallion is not exactly easy and requires a lot of effort.
Jormuntide Ignis
Element: Fire, Dragon | Skills: Ignite | Partner Skill: Storm Tide Lava Dragon, can be used as a mount. When riding, fire-type attacks are enhanced | Drop: High-quality Pal Oil, Fire Gland |
This is what the normal variant looks like without Ignis.
Jormuntide Ignis is a Pal that you must have in the late game, and it is also really strong in combat. As a dragon and fire type, Jormuntide Ignis has access to Fireball and Dragon Meteor, two abilities with an attack strength of 150, which can deal substantial damage to any opponent. As a fire Pal, Jormuntide Ignis provides you with an attack bonus against grass and ice.
You can find Jormuntide Ignis far to the west on the small island that looks like a crown on the map. You cannot miss Jormuntide Ignis there.
Paladius
Element: Normal | Skills: Lumberjacking, Mining | Partner Skill: Holy Sky Knight, can be used as a mount. When riding, triple jumps are possible | Drop: Paluminium Bar, Diamond |
Paladius is powerful and has several strong attacks available, such as Spear Thrust (Neutral) and Blizzard Spike (Ice). Its defense value is the highest in the entire game. This allows it to absorb significant damage.
Its partner skill “Holy Sky Knight” is especially useful, as it allows for triple jumps. This way, you can not only quickly escape battles but also explore the world more easily.
You can find Paladius in the northeast of the map in the desert. Travel to the teleporter “Sandy Dunes – Hinterland” and from there head north.
Shadowbeak is a flying Pal. It is one of the creatures with the best stats in the game and has a defense of 140 points, ranking second best. Only Paladius has a higher value.
In terms of active skills, Shadowbeak focuses on dark attacks. Three attacks (Nightmare Ball, Sky Punishment, and Shadow Laser) have a base power of 100 points, which is a very good value.
You can find Shadowbeak far in the northeast of the map on island No. 3. The easiest way to get there is by using a flying mount or a swimming mount.
Blazamut Ryu
Element: Dragon, Fire | Skills: Ignite (3), Mining (4) | Partner Skill: Dragon Emperor; Can be used as a mount. When riding, attacks of the Dragon type are enhanced. | Drops (Guaranteed): Ancient Core, Conqueror Horns, Crystal of Insight, Diamond, Ancient Component, Blazamut-Ryu Stone Tablet |
Blazamut Ryu is one of the raid bosses introduced with the Sakurajima update in Palworld. It is an enhanced version of Blazamut. In addition to its high attack and defense values, it also employs a combination of dragon and fire attacks.
All these attributes make Blazamut Ryu one of the strongest Pals in the game, but it is also not easy to capture.
To fight Blazamut Ryu, you need to build a summoning altar that you can unlock from level 33 in the technology menu.
Bellanoir Libero
Element: Darkness | Skills: Crafting (1), Medicine (4), Transport (2) | Partner Skill: Nightmare Gaze; Can target enemies at will and attack with its powerful ability “Nightmare Ray Bloom.” | Drops:
Bellanoir Libero is one of the two Pals you can find as a raid boss, alongside Blazamut Ryu. Its life points (120) and defense (100) are on the upper side, but it has the best magic attack value in the game with 150. This is very practical as most of the Pal’s attacks rely on magic.
Bellanoir Libero has four abilities with a power value over 100. This makes the Pal especially strong when you have to fight large groups of Pals.
To obtain Bellanoir Libero in Palworld, you first need to defeat it in a raid and then hatch the huge dark egg it drops. You can start the raid with a summoning portal.
The Best Mounts in Palworld
Chillet
Element: Ice, Dragon | Skills: Gathering, Cooling | Partner Skill: Wriggling Weasel (adds dragon damage to player attacks when ridden) | Drop: Leather
Big and Blue: This is Chillet in Palworld.
The water dragon Chillet offers a good combination of attack and speed. While Chillet may not be the fastest mount, it has both ice and dragon attacks, which more than compensates for its speed.
Direhowl
Element: Neutral | Skills: Gathering | Partner Skill: Dire Ride: When ridden, the speed is higher than usual | Drops: Leather, Ruby, Gold Coin
The wolf Pal can be found both during the day and at night outside the starting zone. Direhowl almost always hunts in packs, so you need to be careful when catching one.
Direhowl offers a very high speed compared to other Pals. With its attacks, it can deal good damage, but in combat, it cannot compete with Chillet. However, if you want to quickly cross the map early in the game, then Direhowl is a very good choice.
Vanwyrm
Element: Shadow, Fire | Skills: Ignite, Transport | Partner Skill: Marauder of the Skies; can be ridden as a flying mount | Drops: Bones, Ruby, Gold Coin
The Vanwyrm is a good option from the Pal deck if you want an offensive creature in the skies. Thanks to the elements of fire and shadow, it has strong abilities and can transport you quickly across the map.
If you are lucky, you can find Vanwyrm already west of your starting zone. Otherwise, it can be found far to the west of the large map. A very good alternative is Nitewing, which you can encounter in the starting zone. Vanwyrm and Nitewing are often found as loners.
Surfent
Element: Water | Skills: Irrigation | Partner Skill: Fast Swimmer; can be ridden over water | Drops: Pal Juice
If you want to explore the sea on the map, there is no way around Surfent. Surfent is by far the fastest Pal in the water. Additionally, it has strong water attacks that can keep enemies at bay. When capturing Surfent, you can also find and collect Pal Juice, which you need for many products.
However, there is a downside: Surfent can only be found in two tiny regions on the map, located west of the starting zone.
Jetragon
Element: Dragon | Skills: Gathering | Partner Skill: Air Rockets | Drops: Carbon Fiber, Diamond, Polymer, Pure Quartz
When it comes to the fastest flying creature in Palworld, Jetragon is likely at the top. However, there is a catch. This boss Pal is level 50 and difficult to defeat, especially at the beginning. You can find Jetragon far in the west of the map in the Obsidian Mountains. Additionally, heat-resistant clothing is mandatory for the battle.
With Nitewing and Vanwyrm, you have two very good flying alternatives to bridge the gap to Jetragon.
The Best Pals for Your Base
Fixy
Element: Neutral | Skills: Gathering, Agriculture | Partner Skill: Sly Fox, assign it to a livestock farm, and it will sometimes dig up items | Drops: Leather, Bones
The great strength of Fixy is the free drops: Fixy drops blue Pal Spheres and arrows when you use it as a worker in your storage and have built a livestock farm. This is especially worthwhile in the beginning when you do not want to invest resources into arrows and Pal Spheres.
Where you can find Fixy and how to catch it can be read in the following article directly on MeinMMO:
Element: Neutral | Skills: Farming | Partner Skill: Candy Pop; can drop cotton candy when assigned to a livestock farm | Drops: Cotton Candy, High-quality Pal Oil
Woolipop looks similar to Lamball but is pink. However, Woolipop’s strength is its ability: When you assign Woolipop to a livestock farm, it produces cotton candy, which you can eat to nourish yourself. This is practical when you are tired of roasted fruits.
Lamball
Element: Neutral | Skills: Crafting, Transport, Farming | Partner Skill: Fluffy Shield; can be used as a shield | Drops: Wool, Lamball Meat
Lamball is especially a very good choice for your base at the beginning. We consider Lamball one of the best starters you can find in Palworld. If you assign Lamball to a livestock farm, you will get wool that you can process into fabrics. With crafting, transport, and farming, Lamball also brings three practical skills for your base right from the start.
Mozzarina is practical as a farm animal, as it can produce milk. You can either eat the milk yourself, feed it to your Pals, or turn it into cake. Cake is an important component for breeding Pals in the game.
There are only a few that have as many skills as Flopie, making this Pal almost a mandatory component of your base. By the way, Flopie is also a good way to collect wheat seeds. You can find Flopie west of your starting zone.
Lifmunk
Element: Grass | Skills: Crafting, Medicine, Transport, Gathering, Planting, Lumberjacking | Partner Skill: Lifmunk Recoil; provides access to a submachine gun | Drops: Berry Seeds, Simple Medicine
Lifmunk will cross your path very early in the game. Lifmunk is excellent for your base due to its diverse skills. Especially at the beginning, this green Pal can take on many tasks.
The partner skill is also noteworthy: In battle, you can equip a submachine gun that deals significant damage.
All guides to Palworld: Are you looking for more tips, tricks, and help with Palworld? Then visit MeinMMO. We are covering the game for you and have gathered all the guides in a clear list to help you. Here you will find everything at a glance: Palworld Guides: All tips, tricks, and Pals at a glance
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With The Lord of the Rings: The Battle of the Rohirrim, a new movie in Tolkien’s beloved universe is released. MyMMO editor Nikolas Hernes was able to watch the film and was glad that it tells a small story.
What is The Lord of the Rings: The Battle of the Rohirrim? The new movie in the Lord of the Rings universe tells a story that takes place over 200 years before the known trilogy events. The protagonist is Hera, the only daughter of Helm Hammerhand, who is the king of Rohan at the time of the film.
However, the Dunlanders do not seem to be that satisfied, and a tragic event leads to a war in which Hera will play an important role.
First of all: I rate the film as a Tolkien casual. I’m not an expert on the series, but I think The Battle of the Rohirrim is a good movie, and that is mainly due to two things: It tells a heroic fantasy story and does so on a small scale. This way, the film gets everything right that the current Star Wars and also Rings of Power get wrong.
You can find a trailer for the film here:
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The Lord of the Rings: The Battle of the Rohirrim – The next film in Middle-earth will be an anime
The film is most fun during battles and fights
Let’s start with the most obvious: The Battle of the Rohirrim is an anime film and looks quite solid. While it can’t compete with other genre representatives in terms of pure animation like Suzume, it is still exciting to see Lord of the Rings in such a style.
The most fun is had in the battles and fights. They have good choreography and, above all, a clear understanding of proportions. When large creatures or armies appear, the contrast between the weaker heroes is well staged.
The film also has a few successful compositions and ideas for the heroic moments. Picturesque imagery emerges under snow and rain, which at one moment even reminded me of a legendary moment from Whitebeard in One Piece.
This ensures that the fight scenes and battles have a good weight that reminds me of beautiful moments from The Two Towers. The Battle of the Rohirrim, like the films, is a story about heroes.
Wulf from The Battle of the Rohirrim
A simple hero story
The Battle of the Rohirrim is a rather simple story for which you don’t even have to have seen the films. It tells a compact conflict, which does without the big aspects like Sauron or the Ring. Rohan and its inhabitants are at the center.
For me, that was really good because I absolutely did not want a film that tries to further explore or question the mythology of the world. The Battle of the Rohirrim could also have been mentioned in passing, but that’s exactly what makes the film so good.
What I like so much about The Lord of the Rings is the story about heroes. There aren’t always the most complex motives, and it doesn’t have to be. The Battle of the Rohirrim is a small piece of the larger story, but it’s a small heroic piece that captures the essence of the original films.
The film manages to convey the same feelings of heroism and hope that one feels at the end of The Two Towers. Hera is not a complex character, but she is a heroine with whom one quickly empathizes. She is not a character you will remember, but an embodiment of the Rohirrim, who gets more spotlight with this story.
The Battle of the Rohirrim is exactly what the Star Wars series and The Rings of Power lack: It’s simple. It does not aggressively delve into the lore of the universes, but still expands the universe. New series and films in familiar worlds do not always have to be world-shattering stories. Sometimes it is enough to simply tell a small story from a corner of these universes.
That’s the beauty of The Battle of the Rohirrim. If you don’t want to watch the film or don’t like it, that’s okay. You’re not missing out on any major event. It doesn’t change anything about the great films afterwards.
But if you let yourself be drawn in, you can return to the beloved world that offers heartwarming music and little details that insert the shallow story into the big picture.
When can you watch the film? The film will be in theaters from December 12, 2024. Whether and when it will be available on streaming services is still unknown. If you want to know beforehand which Lord of the Rings film is the best, check out this list: All 9 films of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit ranked – Which is the best?
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On his adventures in books and movies, Harry Potter encounters several dangerous magical creatures. But which magical beings are actually the most powerful? In this ranking, we take a look at the top 10.
The classification: Even the Ministry of Magic has considered the danger posed by magical creatures. The “Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures” distinguishes five levels of danger:
X: boring
XX: harmless
XXX: hard to control
XXXX: dangerous
XXXXX: impossible to control, kills wizards
All creatures on this list are classified as category XXXXX, making them extremely deadly.
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Rank 10: Horned Serpent
The Horned Serpent is considered to be an extremely intelligent creature. As its name suggests, these serpent-like beings have horns on their heads. A subspecies found in North America also sports a valuable diamond on its forehead. This allegedly gives the serpents the ability to fly and become invisible.
In the past, many more species existed worldwide, especially in Western Europe. However, it was already hunted to extinction there during the Middle Ages, as parts of it were often used as an ingredient in potions.
It is said that a witch named Isolt Sayre once befriended a Horned Serpent. Although Isolt spoke no Pasel, she was able to communicate with the serpent. Later, when she co-founded the American wizarding school Ilvermorny, she named her house after the Horned Serpent.
Many legends surround the magical abilities of the Horned Serpents. However, they seem to be less aggressive than the other creatures on this list.
The Quintaped is a hairy creature with five legs. It is a carnivore, with humans often on the menu. Fortunately, they only exist in a very specific place, the island of Drear in Scotland.
A grotesque legend surrounds the origin of Quintapeds. They were originally a wizarding family, the MacBoons. In revenge for an alleged murder, the entire family was transformed into hairy monsters. Therefore, Quintapeds are also commonly known as “Hairy MacBoon.”
This course of action wasn’t particularly wise. The newly created monsters were now significantly more powerful. They took their revenge and killed their makers. Whether this theory is true has never been confirmed. No wizard has ever succeeded in capturing a Quintaped.
Rank 8: Acromantula
Only the loyal flying car saved Harry and Ron from the Acromantulas.
The Acromantula is a giant, eight-eyed spider that is capable of human speech. Originally bred by wizards – presumably to guard things. Today, it is primarily found in the jungles of Borneo in Southeast Asia.
Much like ordinary spiders, it catches its prey in webs. It also possesses a venomous secretion that allows it to effortlessly kill its preferred large victims. Acromantulas usually live in colonies, making them even more dangerous.
Despite their almost human intelligence, they pose a significant danger to wizards. After their encounter with Hagrid’s “house spider” Aragog, Harry and Ron would surely confirm this.
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In Path of Exile 2, builds are quite complex, and you need a lot of time and patience to refine them. A player has now built a powerful build for the Sorceress, which allows you to freeze the entire battlefield and bombard bosses with comets.
What kind of build is this? This is a simple build by YouTuber Zen_M for all players who want to start with Path of Exile 2 but do not want to memorize complicated rotations from other classes. The Sorceress with her Comet build is ideal for this.
In this build, you freeze your enemies and automatically let frozen comets fall onto the battlefield to pause and dominate your foes.
The build is simple, easy to understand, and can be quickly implemented with the right preparation. Therefore, in our guide, we will show you how to optimally skill your Sorceress at the beginning of your journey and what you need to know in the endgame regarding gems and your rotation.
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Skills for Beginners: From Act 1 to Act 3
How does the build look until the endgame? The true power of ice can only be unleashed in the endgame, but until then, you have to settle for weaker talents. Therefore, depending on the act, use the following skills:
How does the rotation work? Use Spark as your main ability. Pair this with Flame Wall to amplify your projectiles. Always use Frost Bomb on cooldown against bosses.
What should I focus on in the passive skill tree? From the starting point, go up the fork on the left side, and activate all points up to Path of Storms.
Before the fork meets and goes up further, continue along the left path and unlock points up to Exploit the Elements. Focus on increasing cast speed, intelligence, and more elemental damage at the smaller points.
Act 2: All Skills and Gems
Skills for Act 2
Support Gems for Act 2
Main Skill: Frostbolt
– Scattershot – Glaciation
Cold Snap
– Spell Cascade – Concentrated Effect
Frost Bomb
– Magnified Effect – Controlled Destruction
When unlocked: Hypothermia
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How does the rotation work? You use Frostbolt as your main skill and supplement it with Cold Snap for a cold detonation. Frost Bomb is again meant for tougher enemies and bosses and must always be on cooldown. Hypothermia debuffs your enemies, making them more vulnerable to frost damage.
What should I focus on in the passive skill tree? Here, you focus entirely on the ice element. So, from the starting point, go all the way up to the top and activate:
Endless Blizzard
Inescapable Cold
Glaciation
Additionally, you should also select the following perks:
Ascendancy from the Stormweaver: Scouring Winds
Overexposure (at the second to last crossing on the way up, the first constellation on the left)
Act 3: All Skills and Gems
Skills for Act 3
Support Gems for Act 3
Cast on Freeze
Skill: Cold Snap (swap with Comet when you reach Gem-Cutting Lvl. 11) – Spell Echo
Main Skill: Frostbolt
– Scattershot – Glaciation
Frost Bomb
– Magnified Effect – Strip Away
Frost Wall
– Spell Cascade – Icicle
Hypothermia
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How does the rotation work? You actively use Frostbolt and freeze your enemies. With Cast on Freeze, you no longer need to actively cast Cold Snap – the skill now activates automatically after each freeze. Keep Frost Bomb on cooldown against tougher enemies.
Frost Wall is now an addition that creates crystals that explode at enough damage and deal area damage. You can use this skill as you like, but especially against bosses – they almost always make the crystals explode immediately upon spawning.
Additionally, disable Cast on Freeze when fighting bosses and then primarily use Frost Bomb and Frost Wall – otherwise, your opponent will thaw again. So spam Frostbolt and Frost Bomb, and when the boss is frozen, use only Frost Wall until it is thawed again.
What should I focus on in the passive skill tree? Here, you should ideally take the path to the right at the second to last intersection on the way up, all the way to the perk “Shattered Crystal.” This reduces the life of your crystals to increase your DPS.
Comet Build: What Skills Do I Need for the Endgame?
– Magnified Effect – Strip Away – Considered Casting
Frost Wall
– Spell Cascade – Icicle – Cold Mastery
Hypothermia
– Persistence – Heightened Curse
Leap Slam (optional for mobility)
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How does the rotation work? You activate Frostbolt until your opponent is frozen and then activate Frost Bomb and Frost Wall. Hypothermia helps you again with a debuff that lowers your enemies’ resistances. You can use Comet as needed, depending on whether you have enough mana left. Leap Slam is primarily for movement to create distance from your enemies.
What route do I take in the passive skill tree? In your skill tree, you now need to activate a point in Energy on the right side of the passive skill tree to effectively use Elemental Invocation – also activate “Invocated Efficiency” in the same area.
Additionally, you should have activated some points from “Freeze Buildup” at the second to last intersection on the way up. Finally, activate the point “Thin Ice” in the same area under the energy tree. For Ascendancies, add Arcane Sword to Scouring Winds.
Skills and their gems are important to have a strong rotation for combat, but without suitable equipment, your build won’t be effective enough. Therefore, you should focus on the following items and affixes:
Item Type
Affixes
Helm
– Health – Resistances
Gloves
– Freeze Chance
Chest Armor
– Reduced Mana Cost – Increased Spirit
Boots
– Increased Movement – Resistances
Jewelry
– Resistances – Increased Spirit – Health – Attributes
Belt
– Health – Attributes – Resistances
Potions
– Health Potion: X % on instant healing – Mana Potion: X % increased amount restored
These were all the important details regarding the beginner build for the Sorceress. The build is powerful and can truly reveal its strength only in the endgame. Have you played a similar one before, and if so, what do your skills look like? Feel free to exchange ideas with other fans. More about Path of Exile can be found here: Path of Exile 2: Here are the 12 Ascendancy classes that you can play in Early Access
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This year, the Monster Hunter franchise is celebrating its 20th anniversary, looking back on many titles before the latest installment, Monster Hunter Wilds, hits the shelves on February 28, 2025. On this occasion, we are interested in your opinion: What do you think – which is the best part of Monster Hunter?
The journey into the realm of hunters, who are on the trail of great monstrosities, began in 2004 with the first Monster Hunter. Since then, many installments and various spin-offs have joined, making monster hunting accessible on various platforms. Not all titles have been released in Europe.
In the process, the series has undergone significant development, which is why we wonder which Monster Hunter is actually the best and what makes it so special. Therefore, we are asking you now! We are mainly interested in the titles that have been released in Europe. We have also excluded the spin-offs from our survey. Feel free to let us know in the comments why you particularly like your favorite part or which part you found particularly gruesome.
Here you can see some impressions from our studio tour in Japan:
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The Games of Monster Hunter at a Glance
To indulge in nostalgia and perhaps help some of you remember, we have compiled a brief overview of all the titles:
Monster Hunter The very first Monster Hunter was released in 2004 in Japan for the PlayStation 2 and then in Europe in May 2005. Even the first installment offered multiplayer for up to 4 hunters, which was discontinued in January 2008. Back then, you could hunt 13 small and 17 large monsters. There were only 7 weapons: Great Sword, Sword and Shield, Dual Blades, Hammer, Lance, a light and a heavy crossbow. Rathalos was the main monster in this part, laying the foundation as an icon for Monster Hunter.
Monster Hunter Freedom Freedom was released in Europe on May 12, 2006, for the PlayStation Portable. Rathalos was also the flagship monster here, which could be hunted with the same 7 different weapons. It came with numerous new large and small monsters. The Kokoto Farm was introduced as the first farm in the series, where you could grow and collect materials. You could also embark on treasure hunts in the form of coop quests with a friend.
Monster Hunter Freedom 2 The next installment for the PSP was released on September 7, 2007. For the first time, you could also go into battle with a Great Sword, a Gunlance, a Hunting Horn, and a Bow. Alongside other new monsters, Tigrex entered the scene as a new flagship monster. Additionally, there was a hunting area in the snow for the first time. Treasure hunting could also be done alone for the first time, and Akantor became a dragon elder and final boss that stood in your way. It was also the first time to participate in event quests, and a farm was again available in the form of the Pokke Farm.
Monster Hunter Freedom Unite Freedom Unite could be played on the PSP from June 26, 2009. You could look forward to Nargacuga as the flagship monster. The new installment also brought along fresh behaviors and attacks from the other monsters. For the first time, you could store each material up to a quantity of 99, and you could save up to 20 equipment sets, which made life significantly easier for many hunters. The Pokke Farm was revamped, and the best part: You could finally take Felynes with you on your travels!
Monster Hunter Tri With Monster Hunter Tri, the franchise made its way to the Nintendo Wii on April 23, 2010, bringing with it a completely new way of control. If you did not want to, you could also play with a Classic Controller Pro. For the first time, it was also possible to play cooperatively with split-screen.
This installment also featured the infamous underwater battles with the new flagship monster Lagiacrus, which frayed a few nerves but was somehow still fun. Additionally, there was a new companion called Cha-Cha that you could take on quests. New weapons introduced included the Switch Axe and the Medium Bowgun. It was also possible to assemble a bowgun from various parts.
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate brought underwater battles as an expansion to Monster Hunter Tri on March 22, 2013, for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U. With Brachydios and the Azure Rathalos, hunters encountered two flagship monsters in this installment. It was possible to play locally with a Wii U and up to three 3DS devices. The Fog Peak and the Rotting Sea were also added as new areas. However, the Medium Bowgun was removed, as well as the ability to assemble one yourself.
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate On February 12, 2015, you could get started with Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate on the Nintendo 3DS and 2DS. With the new weapons Insect Glaive and Charge Blade, you could face the flagship Seregios, uniting all 14 weapons available to this day. Apex monsters made their appearance due to a mysterious illness and were significantly stronger than their healthy counterparts. Players could also become infected by the virus and had to get rid of it. For the first time, the Dunes, the Plarfeld, Castle Schade, and the Trap Grounds could be explored.
Monster Hunter Generations (Ultimate) As the last Monster Hunter for the Nintendo 3DS, Generations was released on July 15, 2016, and received an updated version with expansions through G-ranks for the Nintendo Switch on August 28, 2018. Here, hunters faced 4 flagship monsters in the form of Astalos, Gammoth, Mizutsune, and Glavenus, while Generations Ultimate awaited you with Valstrax and Bloodbath Diablos. Felynes were again your loyal companions and could also be played.
Monster Hunter: World / Iceborne In 2018, the most successful installment of the series was released with Monster Hunter World, along with its later expansion Iceborne. World was the first title to be released simultaneously for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC (though not at the same time). You could again hunt with up to four other players here. You would face Nergigante and Velkhana, two particularly dangerous Elder Dragons.
As part of a research commission, you explore the “New World” using Scoutflies. Other new features include the Clutch Claw, which sparked some discussions, and the Sling, with which you could distract monsters or fire a grappling hook to move around. Or you could climb on monsters and make them run into walls. The cute Felynes (Palicos) also returned to accompany your adventure.
Monster Hunter Rise / Sunbreak Monster Hunter Rise is the latest installment in the series and was released on March 26, 2021, for Nintendo Switch. Here, you could face the flagship Magnamalo and take a loyal Felyne (Palico) and for the first time a mount in the form of the dog-like Palamute. The title was later released for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. On June 30, 2022, the title received a comprehensive expansion with Sunbreak, introducing Malzeno as a flagship monster.
In Path of Exile 2, the community is currently focused on a topic that even bothers a professional with 7,000 hours in the first part.
Who is the professional? On Reddit, the user LoginCaptcha speaks up. According to his own statements, he has already spent 7,000 hours in Path of Exile. After the first weekend of Path of Exile 2, he shares his conclusion with the community.
Overall, the professional is very satisfied with the game. He enjoys both the slower gameplay, the tougher bosses, and the larger maps of Path of Exile 2 compared to its predecessor. He finds the game challenging but in a good way.
He has little to criticize. One point would be the skill balancing, which according to him will probably remain a problem forever. Another small issue concerns the shoes. Here he finds that instances with increased movement speed are too rare. One last point is significant and currently bothers many in the player community.
Here you can watch the gameplay trailer for the Witch in Path of Exile 2:
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The Witch is the new class in Path of Exile 2; shows in the gameplay trailer what she can do
Loot scarcity irks the community
What problem annoys the community? The professional and many other comrades in Path of Exile 2 suffer from acute loot scarcity. Especially since the battles against the tougher bosses require several attempts and can drag on for minutes, many players feel that too little loot drops. For many, it does not feel rewarding to defeat a boss when nothing good is dropped in the end.
In Path of Exile 2, it happens with many bosses that they drop hardly any items at all. Players like LeonEvaluate on Reddit are sometimes rewarded with just one blue item and one white item, even though the boss fight lasted several minutes. The professional also mentions on Reddit: “Equipment and currency drops in the campaign are a bit low […]”
Decafstab describes the problem on Reddit as follows: “I just finished Act 3 and the loot is simply non-existent. I found my first Chaos Orb in Act 3 and thought they said: ‘We want you to craft more so that the currency becomes richer.’ Well, that’s simply not true. I may have found 4 Exalted Orbs, but without other currencies, I can’t do anything. I’ve seen map drops being just as bad.”
What was it like in the predecessor? The predecessor of Path of Exile 2 was exactly the opposite. Here, there were literal loot explosions that filled the entire screen with items. This led to players starting to develop so-called loot filters. They hide the unwanted loot and highlight the good loot.
This feature is also present in Path of Exile 2 now, but is still far from being standard among players, probably because the loot scarcity makes such a filter unnecessary.
In a post on Reddit, a player shows one of the loot explosions from the first part of Path of Exile and says he now prefers the new amount of loot. In response, another player states that less loot is not the issue, but rather that the quality of the loot doesn’t match.
When you start with Throne and Liberty, you can quickly choose two out of eight different weapons for your current set. But which combination is the best for raids, dungeons, and PvP? Based on previous experiences, you will find here the tier list for the best weapons and classes from Throne and Liberty.
At the beginning of your adventure in Throne and Liberty, you create a character in a quite detailed editor. However, the only race available is humans. The MMORPG does not use traditional classes.
Instead, you can use two different weapon sets, which you can switch between at any time during a fight. There are a total of eight weapon types, and all can be leveled up to the maximum over time:
Dagger: Dispatch enemies in a flash with two poison daggers and deal great damage at incredible speed.
Sword and Shield: Block attacks and protect allies by drawing enemies towards you or shoving them away with brute force and stunning them.
Two-Handed Sword: Take enemies out of action with swings, slashes, and stuns to inflict heavy damage.
Longbow: Immobilizes opponents and deals increased damage from afar while strengthening allies.
Crossbow: Attacks enemies with high speed from a distance to impair their movement and continuously deal damage with two bows.
Wand and Tome: Cast curses to deal damage, weaken enemies over time, and heal allies in combat.
Staff: Make use of the weather in battle: summon lightning or set enemies on fire.
Spear: The spear specializes in exploiting enemy weaknesses for quicker eliminations. Utilize CC and take away your opponents’ defense with the spear’s unique skills.
If you stop by here, you should definitely look for a guild in Throne and Liberty – here are the reasons:
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Throne and Liberty: Trailer introduces you to the guild system
The Best Combination for Starting
It doesn’t matter which weapon you start with in the tutorial of Throne and Liberty. Already after a short time, you will reach a practice area as well as a weapon chest that grants you access to all seven weapon types of the MMORPG.
You can also easily master the leveling phase with all imaginable weapon combinations. However, considering upcoming group challenges where tanks and healers are needed, it may be wise to engage early with the wand and tome or sword and shield.
Recommended combinations for leveling:
Sword and shield plus two-handed sword or wand and tome
Bow plus crossbow or staff or wand and tome or crossbow
Staff plus wand and tome
Important! Especially at the beginning of an MMORPG launch, the strength of the weapons can change frequently due to hotfixes and updates. MeinMMO will therefore regularly update this article for you.
Where do the rankings in the following tier lists come from? We have spent several hundred hours in Solisium with multiple editors. Additionally, we check our own findings against those from websites like game8.co, metabattle.com, maxroll.gg, or YouTubers like KaidGames2.
Throne and Liberty: Tier List for PvE Raids and Dungeons
Below you will find the current tier list for the various weapon combinations, focusing on pure PvE content such as dungeons and raids – with S-Tier as the best rating and C-Tier as the worst rating.
Weapon combinations with S-Tier
Sword and shield plus two-handed sword (Tanks)
Sword and shield plus wand and tome (Tanks)
Sword and shield plus spear (Tank)
Bow plus wand and tome (Healer)
Staff plus wand and tome (Healer)
Daggers plus crossbow (DD)
Bow plus crossbow (DD)
Bow plus staff (DD)
Spear plus two-handed sword (DD)
Spear plus staff (DD)
Weapon combinations with A-Tier
Sword and shield plus daggers (Tanks)
Sword and shield plus crossbow (Tanks)
Wand and tome plus sword and shield (Healer)
Bow plus daggers (DD)
Staff plus daggers (DD)
Two-handed sword plus daggers (DD)
Spear plus daggers (DD)
Weapon combinations with B-Tier
Wand and tome plus daggers (Healer)
Wand and tome plus crossbow (Healer)
Spear plus wand and tome (DD)
Spear plus crossbow (DD)
Spear plus bow (DD)
Staff plus wand and tome (DD)
Staff plus crossbow (DD)
Two-handed sword plus crossbow (DD)
Weapon combinations with C-Tier
Wand and tome plus two-handed sword (Healer)
Sword and shield plus staff (Tanks)
Sword and shield plus bow (Tanks)
Two-handed sword plus staff (DD)
In Throne and Liberty, many guild and raid contents await you.
Throne and Liberty: Tier List for PvP with Small Teams (Arena)
Below you will find the current tier list for various weapon combinations, focusing on smaller PvP battles, such as in arenas, open-world dungeons or at certain events – with S-Tier as the best rating and C-Tier as the worst rating.
The release of Monster Hunter Wilds is gradually approaching, and fans are increasingly concerned about whether and how their existing devices will handle the game. Some are even getting a PS5 for this purpose. However, some players warn that fans might regret their purchase in the future.
Why are players warning? The debate about whether to choose PC or console has likely been around as long as both have existed on the market. The relatively high minimum requirements of Monster Hunter Wilds mean that many fans now have to consider how they ultimately want to play the game.
As a result, many players are currently buying a PS5 for around €500 to experience Monster Hunter Wilds upon its release on February 28, 2025. However, internet access also plays a role, as playing on the PlayStation 5 requires an additional PlayStation Plus subscription to play online with others. The cost for the cheapest Essential variant is about €71.99 per year.
Some fans take this as an opportunity to warn those who are purchasing a PS5 specifically for Monster Hunter Wilds. A thread on Reddit is currently hotly debated on this topic. From the perspective of some players, with a game runtime of several years (and thus several years of costs for the PS Plus subscription), an average gaming PC would be more cost-effective and offer significantly more advantages.
On the one hand, access to the online features of Monster Hunter Wilds on PC is free, avoiding additional costs. On the other hand, the PC offers more options to customize the personal gaming experience, such as a wider selection of controllers, the possibility to install mods, or free cloud storage, allowing players to easily continue playing at friends’ places or on other devices.
Here you see 20 minutes of gameplay from the PS5 version at the preview event in Japan:
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Monster Hunter Wilds: 20-minütiges Gameplay zeigt Karminwald und neue Monster
PC Upgrade or Console – That is the Question
Is everyone on the same page? However, the community seems to be divided on this matter. Some contradict the warning voices, suggesting that for a truly good gaming experience, a suitable gaming PC would be far more expensive than a PS5, on which the game is currently running very smoothly. Even if one were to factor in, for example, a two-year subscription, the total cost would be around €700 with a PS5.
Depending on the market situation, one could only with luck purchase or assemble a suitable PC that not only meets the high minimum requirements of Monster Hunter Wilds but also ensures a smooth gaming experience. At least if one had to acquire an entirely new PC.
Hardware upgrades, on the other hand, can indeed be cheaper. Each player would need to weigh for themselves what advantages are important to them and what personal preferences they have. Recently, there were concerns that the PC version would particularly lag behind the PS5 version in terms of performance and graphics, as there were some technical issues during the beta that affected the Steam version.
Many fans also report in the comments that they had a similar discussion at the release of Monster Hunter World (via Reddit) and that they would do it again because they do not regret their decision. Some also recommend waiting for a potential demo before investing in their PC or a new console.
The new report from industry expert Joost van Dreunen paints a grim picture of the future for publisher Ubisoft. Valuable franchises like Rainbow Six and Assassin’s Creed could soon be up for sale.
What does the expert’s analysis reveal? The well-known industry insider, author, and professor Joost van Dreunen has analyzed the current situation of Ubisoft in his latest article on superjoost.substack.com. His observations:
According to internal sources, Ubisoft’s leadership is said to suppress critical analyses. Decision-makers prioritize the development of new content over solving fundamental problems.
The leadership has not recognized how important it is to treat players not just as consumers of content but as active participants who can make a meaningful contribution within their community.
XDefiant is just one link in a long chain of missteps. “The strategic implications for Ubisoft are significant.” The stock price has fallen from $28.19 to $12.30 year-over-year.
The delayed Assassin’s Creed Shadows must be a success, yet it competes directly with Ghost of Yotei, the sequel to the hugely successful open-world adventure Ghost of Tsushima.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set to release in February 2025 – here is one of the trailers:
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Der offizielle Trailer zur Open World in Japan
What conclusions does the expert draw from this? Due to the currently very low stock price, Ubisoft is an extraordinarily attractive takeover target. The Chinese company Tencent, which owns 49.9 percent of Guillemot Bros, the largest shareholder of Ubisoft, has been named as the most likely candidate for years.
However, Joost van Dreunen also believes that the Ubisoft executives (read: the Guillemot family) want to prevent this takeover by all means. Therefore, he estimates that there will be a dismantling and privatization of Ubisoft in the coming year.
This would also involve selling off the most valuable assets – including brands like Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six, and Far Cry. Individually, they would generate significantly more revenue than as a total package.
How does the community assess the report? On Reddit, Joost van Dreunen’s analysis is hotly debated – the post from last night already has more than 11,670 upvotes and over 1,080 comments.
llgabomination also sees no future for Ubisoft (via Reddit): “I must also be an industry expert because Ubisoft is definitely about to implode.”
CryMoreFanboys would welcome privatization (via Reddit): “Valve has been a private company throughout its existence, which does not mean Ubisoft will one day become like Valve, but it simply means that no shareholders will exert pressure on them to make increasing profits by monetizing their games further.”
LolliPopinskiLolliPopinski hopes for Reddit: “I hope they sell the Tom Clancy stuff, I want a proper Rainbow 6 and Ghost Recon that are more in line with the originals.”
montrealien criticizes the report on Reddit: “This analysis only highlights the negative aspects, while overlooking the overall strengths of Ubisoft and the industry context.”
AnotherGerolf speculates on Reddit: “Maybe it’s a master plan by the Guillemot family to bring the stock price down to bargain levels and thus take Ubisoft back into private hands.”
Must Ubisoft sell Rainbow Six? Many players would love to see a new installment in the series.
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Rainbow Six: Siege kicks off Year 9 with an epic cinematic trailer
How does MeinMMO editor Karsten Scholz assess the situation at Ubisoft? It has been several years since the most charming appearances at the biggest industry fair in the world (I mean the E3, rest in peace!) always came from Ubisoft.
On the one hand, because the presentations on stage were wonderfully human, on the other hand, because Ubisoft at that time presented a good mix of small gems and exciting AAA productions. No one was talking about the now-infamous Ubisoft formula for open worlds back then.
Since 2020, Ubisoft has repeatedly faced serious allegations regarding sexual misconduct by several high-ranking Ubisoft employees or poor working conditions (via kotaku.com).
During the hype around crypto games, Ubisoft was right at the forefront and unleashed shitstorms on assembly lines (including for the Quartz platform – via kotaku.com – or because they wanted to convince employees of the new strategy with crypto gifts – via kotaku.com).
Many games at Ubisoft are going through development hell – like Skull & Bones or Beyond Good & Evil 2. Of those that are released, many fall short of expectations.
Ubisoft has had several financial quarters with (record) losses (via ubisoft.com). The stock price has plunged even deeper. Already at the beginning of 2023, an emergency meeting was held, during which several projects were put on hold and a drastic cost-cutting course was decided upon.
All this combined makes it no surprise that there have been rumors of a takeover of Ubisoft for years (for example, in April 2023, via kotaku.com). As early as 2016, the Guillemot family aggressively fought against a takeover attempt by Vivendi (via polygon.com). Almost ten years later, however, the sheer number of locations and employees (around 20,000) may scare potential buyers away.
But how long can Ubisoft’s difficult zigzag course continue to go well? At Embracer, a last-minute failed billion-dollar deal was enough to cause the entire house of cards to collapse. My thesis: The success or failure of Assassin’s Creed Shadows will largely determine how things proceed at Ubisoft in 2025.
