MeinMMO ranks all of you animes produced by the animation studio Ghibli. We present the most beautiful masterpieces by Hayao Miyazaki and his colleagues in more detail.
Which films were considered? This ranking lists all films produced by Studio Ghibli. Short films, series, and video games are excluded. From 1986 to 2023, a total of 24 films have been created that are listed in the ranking.
For the ranking, it is crucial to know what rating the films have received on the platform IMDb. On other rating platforms, the ranking may differ, but the general trend already shows which films are generally well- or poorly received by the audience. We present the top 5 in more detail.
The latest film from Studio Ghibli is The Boy and the Heron:
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The Boy and the Heron
All Ghibli films in the ranking on IMDB
Places 5 to 24 with release year and rating
Rank 24: Aya and the Witch (2020): 4.7 (out of 10 from 6,189 ratings)
Rank 23: The Tales from Earthsea (2006): 6.3 (out of 10 from 45,470 ratings)
Rank 22: Whisper of the Heart – Ocean Waves (1993): 6.6 (out of 10 from 21,317 ratings)
Rank 21: My Neighbors the Yamadas (1999): 7.1 (out of 10 from 16,533 ratings)
Rank 20: The Cat Returns (2002): 7.1 (out of 10 from 66,987 ratings)
Rank 19: Pom Poko (1994): 7.3 (out of 10 from 35,922 ratings)
Rank 18: The Red Turtle (2011): 7.4 (out of 10 from 54,347 ratings)
Rank 17: The Boy and the Heron (2023): 7.4 (out of 10 from 81,081 ratings)
Rank 16: When Marnie Was There (2014): 7.6 (out of 10 from 50,184 ratings)
Rank 15: From Up on Poppy Hill (2011): 7.6 (out of 10 from 108,234 ratings)
Rank 14: Arietty: The Borrowers (2010): 7.6 (out of 10 from 170,014 ratings)
Rank 13: Ponyo: The Great Adventure on the Sea (2008): 7.6 (out of 10 from 106,171 ratings)
Rank 12: Porco Rosso (1992): 7.7 (out of 10 from 75,953 ratings)
Rank 11: Whisper of the Heart (1995): 7.8 (out of 10 from 103,004 ratings)
Rank 10: The Wind Rises (2013): 7.8 (out of 10 from 172,353 ratings)
Rank 9: Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989): 7.8 (out of 10 from 187,331 ratings)
Rank 8: The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013): 8.0 (out of 10 from 56,453 ratings)
Rank 7: Castle in the Sky (1986): 8.0 (out of 10 from 187,331 ratings)
Rank 6: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984): 8.0 (out of 10 from 187,206 ratings)
The ranks 1-5 will be presented in detail on the next pages. We will also give you tips on who might enjoy each film. It is astonishing that Hayao Miyazaki directed 4 of the 5 films. However, the one directed by Isao Takahata is remarkable.
Let’s continue on page 2.
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In the new Fatal Raid of Final Fantasy XIV, ambitious progression guilds fought for the first boss kills worldwide. However, the fastest community did not incite cheers with their “World First,” but rather a mocking meme fest. Producer Naoki Yoshida will not be pleased…
What makes the Fatal Raids special? Similar to the mythic difficulty level of the raids in World of Warcraft, the Fatal Raids represent the most challenging challenges in Final Fantasy XIV. The bosses require so much training, coordination, and skill that the most ambitious guilds take days to race for the world’s first kills.
A Fatal Raid like this opened its doors this week with “A Second Future (fatal)” from Patch 7.11. Just like Blizzard, Square Enix does not turn it into an official competition. So, the community of Eorzea gets involved, in the form of echoesports.gg and mogtalk.org, which have accompanied the World First Race.
The trailer for the latest content update of Final Fantasy XIV:
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Final Fantasy XIV: Trailer for the big ‘Crossroads’ update
One pixel to enslave them, to find them all
Who won? After two and a half days of progress, the Japanese guild GRIND reached the finish line first (via X). However, the joy over the World First kill did not last long. Although the guild did not stream their runs publicly, screenshots quickly circulated showing a red pixel that was not supposed to be there.
A few hours later, an official from FrostyMog confirmed that at least one player from GRIND is said to have used a tool to gain an advantage in the fight (via X). Unlike in WoW, third-party add-ons are not allowed in FFXIV.
Nevertheless, there are such modifications to, for example, display the exact hitbox of a character and thus avoid area spells with pixel precision. Due to the disqualification of GRIND, the second-placed guild Kindred from the NA region can now call themselves the winners. The Japanese players from Lucrezia managed to get the kill just a few minutes after Kindred.
How does the community react? With mockery and memes. Reddit is currently full of such posts:
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Rasz_13 draws the comparison to WoW (via Reddit): “WoW Raiders: I cannot exist without add-ons; they are literally my blood, my flesh, my spirit. / FFXIV Raiders: I once saw someone using an add-on. He was skinned alive in the marketplace after being mocked for hours.”
Has this happened before? It is indeed not the first time that a World First kill winner from Final Fantasy XIV had to be disqualified due to the use of unauthorized tools. Something similar happened in the Ultimate Raid “The Omega Protocol” in January 2023.
Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida explained afterward that he was personally extremely disappointed with the cheaters. He certainly does not like the recent scandal at all. However, the developers do not want to implement an official anti-cheat program at this time. Instead, they are currently working on a mobile version of the MMORPG: Final Fantasy XIV is coming to mobile – Now the head of the MMORPG is saying exactly what players want to hear
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Through skins, players can stand out from others in shooters. In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, there is now a special skin that is causing divided opinions in the community.
What kind of skin is this? The new Cruiser skin is part of the Tracer Pack: Snowtime Showtime. It can only be applied to the operator Alvarez. You can view the appearance of the skin in a Reddit post by user Kind_Knowledge4756:
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The skin itself is a skier wearing a black and white ski suit. She has a pink belt, a pink backpack, pink ski goggles, and a neon green ski helmet with cat ears. Even her hair is – you guessed it – pink, with a blue transition.
Even the white part of the ski suit shines so brightly that it probably stands out from a rocky or wooded area from a great distance. The community is divided on what to think about the skin.
The most important things about Black Ops 6 can be found here:
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CoD: Everything you need to know about Black Ops 6 – in under 2 minutes
The skin is suitable for blind players, but not anime enough
How is it received? In the same Reddit thread, many players are discussing the appearance of the skin. The thread creator thanks all players who equip this skin. He himself is blind as a bat and can better spot opponents wearing the skin.
For user AnimeGokuSolos, the name alone hints that the skin might be something for him. However, he admits that the skin is not “anime enough” for him. The anime girl on the weapons and the cat ears on the ski helmet are probably not enough for him.
Others, however, find the skin great but would like it for a different operator. User Lobisa, on the other hand, is satisfied: He would die 1,000 deaths just to look this cute.
What else is in the bundle? In addition to the skin, the following items are included in the pack:
Goblin MK2 Blueprint: Polar Rip
Compact 92 Blueprint: Halfpipe Handler
Finishing Move: Ice Breaker
Charm: Mug O’ Good Vibes
Spray: Polar Shred
Consumable: Double XP Token
If you want to buy the complete package, you need to spend 2,000 COD Points. The price is quite fair considering that other tracer packs cost 3,000 COD Points.
Fortnite will start Chapter 6 after the end of Season OG: 2. It will usher in a new map and the start of Season 1. What you should know about the new chapter and what leaks are currently circulating online can be found here.
Update, November 29: The article has been updated with new information regarding the map and the skins.
When does Chapter 6 start? Fortnite will start Chapter 6 on December 1, 2024. Anyone who wants to complete their Battle Pass in Season: Remix still has time until December 1 at 08:00 AM German time. After that, Epic Games will take down the servers.
A live event is also expected towards the end of the season. In this, the artist “Juice WRLD” is supposed to hold a concert, as extensive as Travis Scott’s was back then. Many fans are now wondering what they can expect in Chapter 6 regarding the new map and Season 1. We might have an answer with some leaks.
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The official trailer for Fortnite Chapter 2: Remix featuring Snoop Dogg and Eminem
Chapter 6: Leaks about the map and Battle Pass
Are there leaks about the new map? Yes, there are. The trailer for Chapter 6 Season 1 has been revealed, showing various locations from the new map. These include:
Japanese temples
A small town with a tram and a modern bridge
A large tortoise with a small forest on its back
A giant mountain with a flat top
In the YouTube video by ShuffleGamer, you can view the POIs of the new map from Chapter 6: Season 1:
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What is known about Season 1? The released trailer provides various insights into what players can expect in the new chapter. In addition to a new map, as previously mentioned, here are other things fans can look forward to:
Large bosses like Godzilla or demons that you can defeat
Samurai swords, but with different effects, can be used
Parkour appears, allowing fans to bounce off walls and roll after deep falls
Masks that equip players with abilities
You can throw fireballs
New weapons
New Slurp creatures that you can carry, place, and benefit from
According to Shiina, Season 1 is supposed to end on February 21 (via x.com). Note that this is still rumored and Epic Games has not confirmed anything yet. However, leak sources tend to be correct, especially established ones like Shiina or Hypex.
Is there information about the new Battle Pass? Yes, through Shiina, the new key art for the Battle Pass has been revealed (via x.com). It includes the following skins:
A new ninja variant of “Hope” (skin from the Chapter 5 Season 1 Battle Pass)
A modern samurai warrior with a red jacket
A cursed warrior, with arms enveloped in black smoke and a white mask
A demoness with black eyes and horns
A modern warrior with turquoise hair
A mix of cat and robot with a blue hood
Godzilla
Baymax in his armor
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Information about the Live Event: End of Chapter 5
When does the live event start? According to the Epic Games blog post, the live event will take place on November 30 at 08:00 PM German time. Depending on the time zone, the live event may be repeated if there are no technical complications.
According to Shiina (via x.com), a trusted Fortnite leaker, maintenance will start on December 1 at 04:00 AM German time to deploy the update for Chapter 6. At this time, no matches will be possible.
Will there be rewards? Yes, there will be. All players who log in between November 25 at 03:00 PM and December 1 at 04:00 AM will receive the outfit the day after their login.
Slayer Juice WRLD
In addition to the skin, you will also receive the following items for your locker, matching the skin:
Outfit “Slayer Juice WRLD”
Pickaxe “999-knife”
Back accessory “999-knife”
Loading screen “Adventure-Remix”
Loading screen “Remix #1”
Loading screen “Remix with a golden touch”
Loading screen “Juices WRLD” (illustration by Takashi Murakami).
Cyberpunk 2077 has come a long way: after a difficult launch in 2020, marked by massive technical issues, the game is now stable. With numerous updates, performance has significantly improved – and now the RPG blockbuster is available on Steam at an unprecedented low price.
What kind of offer is this? It is an open-world action RPG from CD Projekt Red, in which players fight for survival as a cyberpunk mercenary in the neon-lit city of “Night City.” Currently, the game is heavily discounted across various platforms, whether on Steam, PS5, or Xbox.
On Steam, it is the lowest recorded price so far at €26.99 until December 4th. The price is similar for consoles – for the version on Xbox it is also €26.99, and on PS5 it is €24.99 until December 2nd.
Especially for those who were deterred during the rocky launch, there is now the opportunity to test the game at a significantly lower price. And it’s worth it: the game’s reviews are very positive in 2024 (94% over the last 30 days on Steam), but that wasn’t always the case.
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Cyberpunk 2077: The Ultimate Edition trailer shows a ‘City of Dreams’
From Launch Debacle to “City of Dreams”
What was happening at release? During the release year 2020, Cyberpunk suffered from numerous technical issues that not only disrupted the flow but, in many cases, completely ruined the game.
Particularly on older consoles, it was considered unplayable. The game could not meet the promised expectations due to the many bugs and glitches, which led players to react with frustration and anger. A disappointing result for a AAA studio.
Through the necessary reflection and ongoing work, CD Projekt Red has finally been able to present the Cyberpunk they teased over 10 years ago. And the story seems far from over.
In addition to the upcoming animation project, the studio is working on Project Orion: the successor to Cyberpunk 2077, which is set to be developed with Unreal Engine 5 and already has 64 developers on board. (Source: CD Projekt Group)
Cyberpunk 2077 has proven that there is always room for improvement. It has evolved into a game that can excite both new players and older fans. In 2023, it received a GOTY (Game of the Year) award and won the award for “Best Ongoing Game.”
Anyone looking to dive into Cyberpunk 2077 for the first time today will find themselves in a world that has left the glitch horror behind. Right now, due to the low price, it is a good time to make one’s own experiences in Night City. Here you can already read some tips for good builds: The 3 Best Builds for Cyberpunk 2077 after Update 2.0
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It’s time for our MeinMMO format “MMORPG News in Two Minutes.” We summarize the most important news from the best genre in the world. Look forward to an update on EverQuest 3, new content for Aion Classic, the launch of Corepunk, and much more.
Gameplay from the freshly started Early Access MMORPG Corepunk:
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Corepunk – 15 Minutes Gameplay
The Largest Update for Aion Classic is Live
This is what happened in the big MMORPGs:
WoW Classic Fresh has launched, and there was an exciting race for the world-first level 60 on the hardcore servers. A Twitch streamer led for a long time but then died due to a disconnect. He even maximized the marriage proposal.
In 20 years of World of Warcraft, a lot has changed in Azeroth. Esome things have also remained the same, and the WoW community is currently celebrating that.
There is finally a roadmap for New World Aeternum as well as a free demo for consoles! Spoiler: The next season is set to start in January 2025.
For The Elder Scrolls Online, some of the login rewards for December 2024 have been unveiled (via elderscrollsonline.com). Expect housing items, collections of rare materials, and 10,000 gold pieces.
This week, the November update “Awakening of the Holidays” has gone live in Lost Ark. Expect the new Sumsum Island and a fresh companion system. You can find the German patch notes on playlostark.com.
On eveonline.com, the developers of Eve Online presented the changes from the Revenant update. Expect tactical mercenary operations, and you currently need to defend the Deathless facilities.
This week, a new event and a fresh raid boss went live on the servers of Tarisland (via tarisglobal.com), and the developers have published a roadmap for December 2024 (via X).
The developers of EverQuest have released a preview of the update “The Outer Brood” (via everquest.com), which is set to launch next week.
Embers Adrift is currently Free2Play, as the developers lost an important partner. An update regarding the planned move to Steam was recently shared on the official Discord (via mmorpg.com): The new product page should be almost ready and – according to the plan – go live over the weekend.
A major update for Lineage 2M is set to release on December 1, 2024, which will bring a new class (Twin Axes), a fresh dungeon, and a pet system (via mmorpg.org.pl).
Aion Classic has received its largest update yet with 3.0. “The Path of the Brawler” raises the maximum level to 60, introduces the class of brawler, and offers various new challenges (via gameforge.com).
On the legendary servers of Angmar and Mordor in Lord of the Rings Online, the Mines of Moria will open on December 4, 2024 (via YouTube).
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According to a post by the developers, work on the MMORPG Eternal Tombs has progressed well this year. They plan to start the next testing phases at the end of February or early March 2025 (via eternaltombs.com).
The EverQuest announced in September 2023 is apparently not going to be EverQuest 3, but rather a kind of reboot for the first part (via mmorpg.org.pl), with modern graphics and updated gameplay. In an interview, the developers state (via YouTube) that EverQuest 2 has been a kind of curse for the first part because many players switched to the new MMORPG. They want to prevent this next time. Apparently, the project is still in the concept phase 14 months after the announcement (!) and there is not even a prototype.
You won’t have to wait long in Fortnite for the start of Chapter 6 Season 1 anymore. To build hype, Epic Games has released two trailers, one of which shows the story of how the new map and the demons came to be. You can find more information here.
What kind of trailer is this? Fortnite has released its new story trailer for Chapter 6 Season 1. In this, Epic Games shows how the new events of the upcoming chapter came to be. A chase and a battle with swords and firearms are impressively demonstrated.
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Fortnite: Chapter 6 – Season 1 showcases battles against demons in the cinematic trailer
New reality with new problems
What can be seen in the new story trailer for Chapter 6 Season 1? An asteroid has breached reality 783 and crashed into the new map. The cosmic shockwave activated a demonic portal, unleashing countless monsters onto the map.
After that, a foot chase ensues with the leader of the demons and two skins from the upcoming Battle Pass. During the fight against the horned monster, other skins are shown, including a Durr Burger in sushi variant and Baymax in modern samurai armor.
The chase now showcases more parts of the upcoming map, including a small town, a mystical forest on the back of a giant turtle, and a dark portal in the middle of a Japanese temple. From this, even a faceless samurai appears with various seals as a hat.
You no longer have to wait long for the start of Chapter 6 Season 1 in Fortnite. To build hype, Epic Games has released two trailers, and one of them showcases the gameplay with the new skins from the Battle Pass. You can find more information here.
What does the new trailer show? Fortnite has released its new gameplay trailer for Chapter 6 Season 1. In this, Epic Games shows what new features you can expect in the new chapter. Besides the new skins from the Battle Pass, you’ll also see new items, weapons, and features.
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Fortnite: Chapter 6 – Season 1 showcases its new skins and Godzilla in the gameplay trailer
Expanded parkour, new swords, and demonic masks
What can I expect in Chapter 6 Season 1? Epic Games has done a lot to offer players something new again. The parkour has been expanded in the trailer. You can now not only jump over low obstacles but also overcome high walls.
So you will climb over them and can zigzag jump from wall to wall – this will be especially interesting for those who enjoy chases.
As for weapons, there are new items to discover. The energy blade from Chapter 4 is back, along with more swords with different elements that grant you new abilities. This includes a new assault rifle and an SMG.
Last but not least, there are new items such as the demonic masks that grant you new abilities. The trailer showcased a fiery mask that allows you to throw fireballs. Additionally, you will find useful helpers that grant you bonuses.
In the trailer, the skin of Baymax takes a Slurp companion from its back to equip itself and its allies with shields. This was the first trailer for Chapter 6 Season 1. What details could you recognize in the trailer? Feel free to let us know your first thoughts on the new chapter. You can find more about the release in our overview: Fortnite is launching Chapter 6 soon: Everything about leaks, Season 1 map, and live event
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Antonia “Reved” Staab (24) was the biggest streamer on German Twitch for 3 years. Then she announced a streaming break for health reasons. Now she is extending the break to her other social media channels.
Who is it about? Antonia “Reved” Staab started her career with Minecraft on YouTube and rose to become the biggest streamer on German Twitch within a few years. With the Streamer Awards, she also organized an important event for the German scene.
In August 2023, however, she unexpectedly announced a longer streaming break. The 24-year-old had long suffered from unexplained headaches and said she felt health-wise like a 70-year-old. Now Reved is saying goodbye to social media.
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3 German Twitch streamers you should know
Reved says: She cannot heal with social media
Why is she quitting? In a YouTube video from November 29, 2024, Reved announced that she would be stepping back from all her social media channels indefinitely. The 24-year-old leaves it open whether she will return, but talks about her “last video.”
What’s next: As Reved explains, social media has defined her previous life. She started at the age of 14, moved to the streamer paradise Madeira at 18, and became a full-time streamer. Now she wants to find out what she might actually enjoy outside of it.
The timing is quite unfortunate, as her Streamer Awards will take place next week, and she is also releasing merchandise again. Instead of her, the event will now be hosted by the streamers Rezo and NoWay.
The streamer says: She cannot step on stage in a good mood and host an event.
Especially because she loves streaming so much, she now has to pull the emergency brake before she loses all joy in it, says Reved. She makes it clear that she would love to come back one day, but cannot promise whether, when, and in what form that will happen.
2024 was once again an exciting year for cinema with some successful movies. Many are likely thinking of Deadpool and Wolverine or Dune 2. But the true star of the year is a film that might not come to mind immediately. The whole genre showed how successful it is this year.
How was the cinema year 2024? 2023 was the year of Barbenheimer. Barbie and Oppenheimer created a cinema hype and many visitors during a similar release period. Barbie grossed over 1.4 billion US dollars, making it the highest-grossing film of the year (via Box Office Mojo).
In 2024, there was no such cinema event. The highest-grossing film of 2024 (as of November 29, 2024) was Inside Out 2 with a box office of nearly 1.7 billion US dollars. Therefore, the film is even more successful than Deadpool and Wolverine and Dune: Part Two (via Box Office Mojo). This also shows a trend that has emerged in 2024.
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Wolverine is back: Official Trailer of Deadpool & Wolverine
Families and Children are Strong Moviegoers
Which genre was the big star of 2024? Looking at the top 10 based on box office results on Box Office Mojo, one can see how big animated films were in 2024.
Among the top 10 are:
Inside Out 2 (approx. 1.7 billion US dollars)
Despicable Me 4 (approx. 1.3 billion US dollars)
and Kung Fu Panda 4 (approx. 500 million US dollars)
Thus, animated films also outshine the sci-fi genre, which is represented twice with Dune: Part Two (approx. 700 million US dollars), Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (approx. 600 million US dollars), and Planet of the Apes: New Kingdom (approx. 400 million US dollars).
Already in 2023, with films like The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse, it was shown that not only children and families go to such films, but almost every target group does.
2024 is also not the end for animated hits. On November 28, Moana 2 was released, which had already performed very well in previews (via The Hollywood Reporter). Also, Mufasa: TheLion King (if counted as an animated film) has promising projections.
It is a bargain, several thousand euros reduced. Reddit prevents the lucky one from losing his PC with RTX 4090 again immediately.
The title image is symbolic.
What kind of PC did the player buy? Reddit user PrestigeMaster reported in the Subreddit pcmasterrace about a six-hour trip during which he snagged an amazing deal: a gaming PC with Nvidia Geforce RTX 4090 and an Intel Core i9-13900K for the equivalent of just under 1,100 euros.
According to Techpowerup, the 4090 is still the fastest gaming GPU almost two years after its launch. The Intel CPU is no longer at the top, but still belongs to the top ten (via hardwaredealz).
As prices on Ebay for used hardware show, he would have saved at least 1,000 euros in Germany – the GPU alone costs about 1,800 euros. With CPU, motherboard, SSD, and RAM, the total value is likely to be over 2,500 euros.
The Reddit community was able to share in PrestigeMaster’s happy trip home – to his luck. After his purchase, he posted a photo of the packed back seat of the car. Someone spotted a detail in the photo that could have cost the lucky new owner his PC.
He could surely thoroughly and enjoyably test his new top hardware in these shooters:
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TOP 10 Shooters in 2024 – for Veterans and Newcomers
Heavy is the burden of the graphics card
How did the player almost destroy the PC?Reddit user Carl_Chocolate advised the lucky buyer to support the GPU or lay the computer down. If a PC is transported upright, there is a risk of damaging the PCI-Express slot via which the graphics card is connected to the motherboard or even destroying the graphics card completely.
During shocks, the entire weight of the Nvidia Geforce RTX 4090 repeatedly falls down and pulls at the socket. Neither the socket nor the connector for the graphics card inserted in the socket is designed for this. Moreover, this specific graphics card is a large and correspondingly heavy device.
The PC is strapped in, but still, shocks can damage the unsecured GPU inside. Source: Reddit: PrestigeMaster
The rest of the hardware is less at risk even when standing upright. However, the CPU cooler also feels more comfortable during transport when the PC is lying down.
What solution did PrestigeMaster find? Laying it down was not an option; there wasn’t enough space, as he reported in a comment directly under the post. He stopped immediately and improvised: He squeezed air out of an empty plastic bottle and wedged it underneath the Nvidia Geforce RTX 4090, so that it rested on it. Nevertheless, he felt the three-hour drive home was a sweaty affair.
Our expert assessment considers his solution okay, but it would have been even better to lay the PC down additionally. Ideally, he should have secured it and spared himself the anxious sweat by removing it and placing it in a safe and padded container.
We report elsewhere about a brand new and extremely fast gaming CPU from AMD that wasn’t meant to have a long life in a gaming PC. Its owner made a tragic mistake during installation that even attracted the attention of YouTube giants and the hardware manufacturers: Player buys AMD’s fastest processor and destroys it due to a simple mistake
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Sony has built many AAA brands during the PS4 era to highlight its portfolio. Among them is also Horizon Zero Dawn by Guerilla Games. This seems to please a gigantic Chinese company as well, because a new game looks suspiciously similar to the Sony brand.
What is it about? The Chinese developer Polaris announced the new game Light of Motiram. Polaris is part of the mega-corporation Tencent, which has a lot of influence in the gaming industry. Tencent owns companies like Riot Games and shares in Epic Games, Ubisoft, and also FromSoftware, with whom Sony is likely in acquisition negotiations.
China has now become one of the largest developers in the video game sector, but Light of Motiram directly reminds one at first glance of the PS4 game Horizon Zero Dawn. You can find a trailer for it here:
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Light of Motiram – Trailer to the Chinese Robo-Palworld
Absolutely no shame
What is Light of Motiram? The game is supposed to be released on Steam and Epic, but currently has no release date. Light of Motiram is an open-world survival game with crafting elements. What is special about the setting is the mechanical creatures that look suspiciously like those in Horizon Zero Dawn.
Instead of a cinematic story, Light of Motiram is likely more oriented towards games like Palworld. You gather resources, fish, and build bases. Various mecha monsters can be tamed and used for combat and production. Like Palworld, Light of Motiram is also expected to offer online co-op.
Under the x-post from Gematsu, most users are mocking the similarities. @raider99k (via x.com) even writes that the cover and the colors of the game look just like those of Horizon Zero Dawn. You can see the cover here:
The user @_KeanuReaves (via x.com) writes: Absolutely no shame. I love the fact that an image like this immediately conjures up the iconic feeling of Horizon and doesn’t feel like its own thing at all.
So far, Sony or Guerrilla Games have not publicly commented on the game.
If you want to give a gamer a gift, it can get expensive quickly – especially if it’s an ambitious player who expects better performance from the hardware they use. MeinMMO editor Dariusz presents you heresome gift ideas under €50 that you can give to almost any gamer.
What kind of gift ideas are these? I have gathered 5 gift ideas for you, of which I believe every gamer can use at least one of these gifts. I have made sure not to exceed the price limit of €50.
I deliberately refrained from recommending a mouse or keyboard, a professional controller with extra buttons, a microphone, a back-friendly chair, speakers, or similar items. These are all products that have a significant impact on the gaming experience, and it’s easy to buy “the wrong” one. Additionally, these are often not cheap products, which is why a wrong purchase would be even more frustrating.
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1. Snuggie with Sleeves – about €20
The most important and best gift first: A Snuggie with sleeves. Nobody wants to feel uncomfortable or freeze while gaming. A warming Snuggie is always a good idea. To ensure that movement isn’t restricted while gaming, I recommend a blanket with sleeves. This way, one can snuggle into the blanket and still use a mouse, keyboard, controller, or even a steering wheel unhindered.
2. USB Hub – about €10
We gamers have thousands of devices connected to our PC or console, and many of them are powered by a USB connection. Here, a USB hub can prove to be very useful, as it provides additional USB ports. This way, your favorite gamer won’t have to constantly switch the connected devices/cables and potentially climb behind the desk.
For me, a USB hub from “Anker” has proven itself. It works both on a PC and with a PlayStation or Xbox. I have been using it for about 4 years now and it still works perfectly – proving to be durable and reliable.
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In Germany, there are over 400 USB sticks protruding from walls – What is the ‘Dead Drops’ project?
3. Mouse Pad – available in every price range
Many gamers do have a mouse pad but don’t maintain it regularly and play on one that is completely worn out. A new, clean mouse pad not only looks nice, but it can also help that said gamer plays better – for example, because the mouse glides better again.
Since there are countless different mouse pads, you can find one in every price range. If your favorite gamer likes to play competitively, they may prefer a certain speed for the mouse pad. However, many gamers do not care about that at all. Here, it might be useful to do a little digging beforehand.
Note: This gift unfortunately isn’t suitable for every gamer as it is primarily aimed at PC players. If your loved ones use a PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck for gaming, they won’t find much use for a mouse pad.
4. Stick Attachments or Mouse Feet – €10-20
Depending on whether your favorite gamer plays with a mouse and keyboard or primarily holds a controller, new mouse feet or attachments for the sticks can be a good and relatively inexpensive gift idea.
Why are mouse feet useful? Mouse feet are the sliding surfaces underneath the mouse. They make contact with the mouse pad and can actually wear out – many gamers don’t know that. If the mouse feet are heavily worn, it can damage the mouse pad. This will also wear out, reducing the glide quality of the mouse pad. It can be sensible to occasionally replace mouse feet.
Note: When buying mouse feet, you need to ensure you buy the correct ones. You should know which mouse is used. If you buy mouse feet for a different mouse, even if it’s from the same manufacturer, they won’t fit. You must buy the exact model. Ideally, you can find this out with clever questions.
I personally have been using mouse feet from Corepad on various mice for several years and am very satisfied with their quality. They have a good lifespan, are easy to apply, and do not come off the mouse unintentionally.
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Why are attachments for the sticks useful? The thumbsticks (short sticks) of a controller are responsible for controlling the game character and therefore constantly come into contact with the thumbs of the gamer while gaming. Over time, this causes them to wear out – especially with intense use. However, not everyone dares to replace the stick of a controller, and it’s often not worth it to send a years-old controller for repair just to change the stick – especially when the sticks are “only” worn but otherwise work.
Instead of replacing a stick, you can buy attachments for the sticks. They come in different varieties. Some are particularly high and are supposed to improve performance while playing, while others are simple rubber covers that protect the stick and potentially provide more grip.
5. In-Ear Headphones Instead of Heavy Headset – about €25
Why headphones? Many gamers play with a headset. However, they come with several disadvantages, starting with the fact that even audio experts say that gaming headsets are not of good quality. They are often quite heavy, warm on the ears in summer, and ruin the gamer’s hairstyle.
Nevertheless, many gamers are reluctant to use in-ear headphones. However, having a cheap pair at home as an alternative isn’t a bad idea: for example, if the headset breaks or if the fabric covers of the ear cups need to be washed.
I personally have been gaming with various IEMs (in-ear monitors) for about 2 years and can recommend the 7Hz Salnotes Zero for shooter players. With these headphones, I have heard my opponents’ footsteps better in games like Valorant or Rainbow Six: Siege due to the neutral tuning than with expensive gaming headsets that cost me over €250. But even compared to other IEMs, the Zero is incredibly good for the price.
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However, I tested the headphones with a cable without a microphone and cannot comment on the quality of the microphone. Experience shows that the microphone on such cables is usually not very high quality. If there is a need, you can give a USB microphone as a gift for Easter or the next birthday.
The Simpsons have been making fun of everything and everyone since 1989. Naturally, this has led to various disputes with other parties. In 2003, a controversial joke was made about a network that would have shot itself in the foot with a lawsuit.
The Simpsons have been represented on television for over 30 years and from the very beginning, the television family made fun of everything: pop culture, celebrities, politicians, and sometimes even their own “controversial” network, Fox.
In 2003, a joke for the Fox network was apparently a bit too much. It allegedly caused a dispute between the network and the show. The big problem was: The Simpsons belonged to Fox at that time.
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The Simpsons – The Trailer for the TV Premiere of Season 35
Fox against Fox?
What kind of gag is it about? In season 14, episode 14 (Krusty in Congress), the Simpsons have a big problem: Due to changed flight routes, they can no longer enjoy a quiet moment in their house. To solve the problem, Krusty the Clown is supposed to run as a Republican in Congress. To do this, he has to adapt to political games.
This leads to a gag at the expense of the conservative Fox News network. In the episode, there is a ticker at the bottom of the screen that uses exaggerated statements against Democrats: Do Democrats cause cancer? In the interview, the Democrat is also shown with a Soviet flag and referred to as Comrade.
This was apparently too much for Fox News, as Matt Groening told a radio station in 2003. Legal action was allegedly threatened (via independent.co.uk):
We did the ticker at the bottom of the screen. Fox said they would sue the show. And we decided to take the risk because we didn’t believe Rupert Murdoch would pay for Fox to sue itself. We got away with it.
Since then, Fox is said to have had a rule that no more fake news tickers are made, as it could confuse the viewers. At that time, Fox also commented on the accusations. According to the Guardian, Fox denied the allegations and said: We are racking our brains here. We liked the cartoon. We thought it was great.
Fox News is considered to be a very conservative news channel, often expressing political bias. Especially under Rupert Murdoch, the network was seen as very manipulative. Such orientations obviously do not fit with relatively open and critical shows like The Simpsons, where views are expressed much more liberally and globally. Mr. Burns is a similarly critical figure in The Simpsons, but he would never fire Homer: Homer causes many accidents at the nuclear power plant in the TV show The Simpsons and is not fired because there is a deal with Mr. Burns
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Global strategy, urban planning, and decisions with consequences: A new strategy game on Steam combines all of that and is now playable for free for a limited time.
Which game is being discussed here? We are talking about Kaiserpunk, the new strategy game from Overseer Games. They have already released two building games on Steam, Aquatico and Patron. Both titles are currently rated “mostly positive” by players.
Kaiserpunk is set to be released on February 27, 2025, just a few weeks after Civilization 7. The title will therefore have strong competition right at launch. However, with a mix of global strategy and urban planning in an alternate 20th century, Kaiserpunk might find its niche.
You can watch a trailer for the game here:
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Kaiserpunk: Gameplay trailer for the mix of construction and global strategy on Steam
Mix of Global Strategy and Urban Planning
What makes Kaiserpunk so special? Strategy games often focus on a specific aspect: You either build detailed cities but forgo a large world map, or you prefer to strategize on a grand scale, but this means you are less involved in the actual events.
Kaiserpunk aims to excel on both the large and small scale. You start with a city that you build by hand, like in Anno 1800. There, you manage the production of important resources and the satisfaction of your citizens.
As the game progresses, you will build more cities alongside your first one, expand on the world map, and gradually fight your way up to world power. Just like in Frostpunk 2, the game presents you with decisions that can have far-reaching consequences.
How can I try the game? Whether Kaiserpunk manages to achieve this mix and is fun can be discovered in the next free playtest. This will take place from November 29 to December 3. You only need to request access on Steam.
Recently, there were only 69 GameStop stores left in Germany, down from over 200. However, even these will close by early 2025.
What’s happening with GameStop in Germany? While many Germans are already stocking up on Christmas gifts for their loved ones on Black Friday, the end of the largest game retail chain in Germany is looming.
After initial indications of the closure of the remaining 69 stores on November 28, 2024, the employees have now been informed, according to gameswirtschaft.de. Employees are no longer accepting pre-orders, and the sale of gift cards has also been halted.
In response to customer inquiries, some employees have indeed confirmed the closure of their stores, multiple times across Germany. All stores are expected to close by January 31, 2025.
The GameStop stock was once on everyone’s lips, and now there is supposed to be a movie about it. Here you can see the trailer:
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1. Trailer for „Dumb Money“ – adaptation of the events surrounding the GameStop stock
500 Employees Facing Unemployment
What will happen to the employees? As the chain is withdrawing completely from Germany, all employees are likely to lose their jobs. According to Gameswirtschaft, in 2024 the retail chain was the fourth-largest employer in the gaming industry in Germany, with 500 employees.
In 2023, GameStop already closed more than 100 stores in Germany. This primarily affected medium-sized cities or cities that had more than one branch.
The corporation’s headquarters in the USA, as well as the German company behind the stores, have not yet responded to a press inquiry from Gameswirtschaft. Should a response with an official statement be provided, we will update this article.
What about the other stores in Europe? GameStop employs over 4,000 people worldwide. After the latest quarterly figures, the US corporation had already announced plans to close stores. In this context, all GameStop stores in Switzerland were sold to the competing company Cidiverte this week.
The Milan-based company operates the Gamelife stores in Switzerland, among others. The stores in Italy are also expected to go to this company. These branches will then be operated as Gamelife branches.
Thus, the GameStop brand is almost completely disappearing from Europe. Only in France are there still stores. Whether a takeover or closure is also planned here remains uncertain. Even though the stores in Germany are unlikely to be saved, a tweet could earn the corporation a lot of money: Stock of the struggling store chain GameStop takes off after a post on Twitter
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The new MMORPG Ashes of Creation has revealed new information about the major update in December. Included is the best feature from Throne and Liberty.
What is this update about? The developers of Ashes of Creation announced the major update for Alpha 2 in a livestream. The current version of the MMORPG is divided into 3 phases. As of October 25, 2024, the game is in the first phase of Alpha 2.
Here, players can try out the MMORPG on weekends and test some initial features. Starting December 20, 2024, the second phase of Alpha 2 will begin. From that point on, players can play 5 days a week. Many new contents will be added to the game, including the best feature from Throne and Liberty.
In the following video, the developers explain how the caravan system works.
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Ashes of Creation – Caravan Gameplay
Sieges like in Throne and Liberty
What have the developers communicated? The developers of Throne and Liberty discussed the upcoming content for the December update of the MMORPG in their livestream. Also mentioned is the so-called Node Siege.
Nodes are the areas developed by players on the world map. Through the progress many players make in an area, this area continues to develop until it grows into a metropolis.
Until then, there is always the possibility of gaining control over the node. One way is through the siege of a node. Almost identical to Throne and Liberty, this is a special event where attackers can break down walls and must conquer key points. In Throne and Liberty, players worked for weeks towards the epic battle. It is considered the highlight of the MMORPG.
However, defenders can also win in Ashes of Creation by capturing the attacker camp. Yet, there is currently limited information available about the siege. The developers emphasize that this system is still not finished, but they want to thoroughly test it under the observation of various developers.
When the update is released in December, all players will have the opportunity to try out the siege, provided they own access to the game, which can currently be purchased for about €105.
What other changes are planned? Many changes to the game world are planned – such as new biomes, improved areas, or player stalls where they can offer goods. New enemies have also been introduced. Now there are giants who hit with heavy clubs or bare hands.
A new race will also be introduced with the update: the dwarves, who are called Dünir in Ashes of Creation. They bring their own dungeon “Fallen Forge,” which leads underground.
In addition to balance changes in almost every area, there will also be a new system where you can go treasure hunting. You will need to craft various treasure maps that lead you to locations where you must dig for treasures with the right tools.
As part of the autumn promotion on Steam, you can snag some gems at low prices. For fans of action shooters, there is even a title available for free right now that laid the foundation for Warframe and has received 81% positive reviews.
Which game is it about? We’re talking about Dark Sector, an action shooter from Digital Extremes – the developers of Warframe. Dark Sector serves as the predecessor to the free-to-play shooter and laid the groundwork for its development.
Dark Sector was released in 2008 and is currently available for free on Steam. You have until Saturday, November 30, 2024, to secure this title and add it to your library. The promotion ends at 6:00 PM.
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What is Dark Sector about? You take on the role of secret agent Hayden Tenno, who becomes infected during an attack with the Technocyte Virus. The virus is a dangerous bioweapon that turns those infected into aggressive killing machines.
You will accompany Tenno on his journey to fight against the effects of the virus while utilizing the powers granted to him by the virus. Dark Sector primarily offers a single-player experience but also features a multiplayer mode where you can compete against other players.
In Dark Sector, there is no HUD, and the third-person perspective allows you to see directly over Tenno’s shoulders. With a sword that grows from his arm, you also have the option to slice through enemies in close combat.
Although the game is already 16 years old, it offers several hours of fun – especially for those interested in Warframe and its lore. The next major story update for Warframe will be released in December, featuring Warframe: 1999, bringing several new features. However, a specific date has not yet been announced. A demo is already available to play.
The game just hit a historic low price on Steam. For only €1.97, you get about 2 hours of gameplay, where you repair broken things.
What kind of game is it?
Assemble With Care has been available on Steam since 2020 and has received 91% positive ratings based on 6,467 votes.
We take on the role of a restorer named Maria, who travels around the world. Her new stop is the holiday destination Bellariva, where she must repair numerous items.
In 13 levels, we repair various items: everything from a phone to a coffee machine is included. Even a Game Boy is among the items.
Meanwhile, stories are told in the background, where people grow together – including the protagonist with her parents.
To repair the items, specific spots must be clicked. This allows screws to be loosened or defective cables to be removed. A special highlight is the accompanying soundtrack and the visuals of the game.
You can watch the trailer for Assemble with Care here:
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Assemble With Care – Launch Trailer for the Cozy Crafting Game
Assemble With Care is suitable for the Steam Deck
What is special about the game? Assemble With Care is particularly well-suited for handheld play. On the Steam Deck, either touch controls or the pad can be used to rotate and manipulate the objects.
However, MeinMMO editor Jasmin Beverungen has experienced that the touch controls on the screen can be a bit finicky.
Another distinctive feature is that the game is only about 2 hours long. At a price of €1.97, it is the perfect length to enjoy a quick gaming snack in between.
What do other users say? Many players of the 91% positive votes on Steam appreciate that the game is very heartwarming. You can find some helpful reviews here:
downlowtooslow: “Very short, very lovable puzzle game with a light to medium difficulty (depending on familiarity with the objects, I suppose), where the goal is to repair broken objects and broken parts of relationships.”
m3rm: “A virtual picture book that mainly consists of story and little gameplay. A bittersweet story, a gentle soundtrack, and little to no challenge in solving puzzles.”
LuziFuzz: “Simple and inexpensive game. Relaxing, the story is quite good, and you can achieve 100% in less than an hour.”
However, there is also criticism, even among the positive ratings. The biggest points of criticism include:
The game duration
The monotony, as many mechanics repeat with the items
More dialogue than puzzles
The price when Assemble With Care is not on sale
Sometimes clunky controls
If the criticisms don’t bother you and you’re willing to skip a pack of pasta during the weekly shopping, you can grab Assemble With Care at the record low price only today.
In World of Tanks, the Holiday Ops 2025 will soon begin. However, this year, players will not be gifted by Santa Claus, but rather by his stunt double: action star Jason Statham.
What kind of game is this? World of Tanks is an MMO action game developed by Wargaming. In it, players engage in large tank battles against each other. The game features an arsenal of over 800 armored vehicles from eleven different nations, all meticulously recreated.
The Holiday Ops are an annual in-game event during the Christmas season in World of Tanks. For this, the developers select so-called ambassadors – last year it was former British footballer Vinnie Jones, the year before it was actors Arnold Schwarzenegger and Milla Jovovich.
This year, the Holiday Ops will again be presented by an actor. This time, the choice fell on action star Jason Statham. He takes on the role of Santa Claus in the event trailer:
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World of Tanks: Trailer for the Holiday Ops 2025 featuring Jason Statham
Festive Decorations and New Special Missions
What can players expect? In the new festive garage, there are special tasks and battle missions. If you complete them, you will receive rewards from Jason Statham personally. As far as we know, this applies only in the game – he will not be coming down your chimney to leave gifts under your Christmas tree.
As an action star, Jason Statham was a rather obvious choice as an ambassador. A press release from Wargaming indicates that he even has experience driving tanks himself. The only question left is which tank would be his favorite in the game.
I have driven almost every type of vehicle in my career, but buzzing around in a tank is the most exciting. That’s why I teamed up with Wargaming to be the latest Holiday Ops Ambassador for World of Tanks, and I’m more than ready for this challenge.
Jason Statham, via press release
When does the event start? The Holiday Ops 2025 will begin on December 6, 2024, and will run until January 13, 2025. Players have over a month to grab all the rewards and surprises that the event offers.
So this year Jason Statham is handling the gifts in World of Tanks, but outside of the game, you still have to take care of that yourself. If you’re still looking for the perfect gift for your favorite gamer, you can find 5 gifts under 50 euros here.
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